Podcasts

Seattle Medium's Rhythm News Podcast host Christopher B. Bennett speaks with Dr. Angela Griffin of Byrd Barr Place and Michelle Merriweather of the Urban League of Metropolitan Seattle about Pack the House, a 10-week campaign encouraging community support for Black-owned restaurants facing rising costs across the greater Seattle area.

Christopher B. Bennett previews the 36th annual Judge Charles V. Johnson Youth and Law Forum, a free event Nov. 14 at Church by the Side of the Road and Tukwila Municipal Court. Guests Dr. Margaret Spearmon and Bobby Alexander discuss how the forum educates youth on legal rights, civic responsibility and leadership under this year's theme, "Together for Justice. Together for Change.

Theo Martin, owner of Island Soul Rum Bar Soul Shack in Columbia City, joins the Seattle Medium's Rhythm News Podcast to discuss his family's restaurant legacy rooted in his father's Judkins Barbecue, and why Island Soul is the featured business kicking off Pack the House, a campaign supporting Black-owned restaurants across Seattle.

The Navy may strip Doris Miller's name from aircraft carrier CVN-81, potentially replacing it with President Trump's. Retired Navy Captain Tony Barnes talks about Miller's legacy, the ship's historic significance as the first carrier named for a Black American, and concerns over recognition of Black military heroes.

Hayward Evans, president of the Seattle King County NAACP, speaks about the 63rd Anniversary March on Washington Celebration and Awards Program. They discuss the free event's theme, "Honoring the Legacy, Continuing the Mission," and why Dr. King's message remains relevant today.

In this episode of the Seattle Medium's Rhythm & News Podcast, host Christopher B. Bennett sits down with Charlene Crowell to discuss the monumental...

On this episode of the Rhythm & News Podcast, Christopher B. Bennett speaks with Shaude' Moore about the upcoming Community at Heart: Central District Health & Wellness Expo, holistic community health, and the larger vision for the McKinney Center.

Michelle Merriweather, president and CEO of the Urban League of Metropolitan Seattle, was honored with the National Urban League's 2026 Women of Power Award for her extensive community leadership.

Dr. Dwane Chappelle, director of the Seattle Department of Education and Early Learning, was previously a teacher and principal at Rainier Beach High School, Chappelle now works toward building a cradle-to-career system for Seattle students. He discussed his career journey and vision for expanded educational opportunities during a recent podcast interview.

Acts On Stage will present its teen summer musical production of 'Peter Pan' at Seattle Center's McCaw Hall from August 28 to 30, notably featuring three young Black actors in the leading roles.