Our Essential Rules for Living in Seattle. Plus, The Stranger’s Guide to Supreme Court Judges
Today on the podcast, Jane is joined by Nathalie Graham of The Stranger to talk us through their choices for Supreme Court Judges in Tuesday’s Primary Election (Have you voted yet?). Nathalie tells Jane what they look for in order to decide their endorsement. Then, Jane is joined by Seattle veteran Sam J.Leeds and Seattle newbie Liam Billingham to talk about our essential rules of living in Seattle, partially inspired by prince of social media Ben Keenan’s own list. They talk rain vs. Rain, umbrellas, lawns, driving, jaywalking, and fashion. Sam also reveals they have a grass allergy. Poor Sam!
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