Andy Hurst
Senior Producer, Seattle Now
About
Andy Hurst is a senior producer for Seattle Now, KUOW's daily news podcast. He produces in-depth interviews for the show, in addition to Seattle Now's evening episode, which highlights the top stories of the day from the KUOW newsroom. Andy has produced interviews on a wide array of topics, and he’s especially drawn to stories about public health, science, and arts & culture.
Andy has worked in public radio for more than 20 years. He was a producer for KUOW’s The Record, Weekday, and The Conversation. He was previously a member of the on-air team at KUOW, hosting middays and other dayparts.
He started his journalism career as the local host and producer for Weekend Edition at Northwest Public Broadcasting in Pullman, Washington. He’s a graduate of the Edward R. Murrow College of Communication at Washington State University.
Location: Seattle
Languages Spoken: English
Pronouns: he/him
Professional Affiliations: 2017 Kiplinger Fellow, Ohio State University
Podcasts
Stories
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Tuesday Headlines
The Seattle City Council picks a new leader, new rules on gun buying take effect, and it was the warmest December on record for the Puget Sound region. It’s our daily roundup of today’s top stories from the KUOW newsroom, with host Paige Browning.
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Friday Headlines
Seattle Public Schools settles vape lawsuit, totem poles near Pike Place Market are coming back, and light rail trips will soon cost $3 flat. It’s our daily roundup of today’s top stories from the KUOW newsroom, with host Paige Browning.
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Thursday Headlines
Jury begins deliberations in Tacoma police trial, Seattle school closures won't happen next year, and it's a big day for Northwest tribes. It’s our daily roundup of today’s top stories from the KUOW newsroom, with host Paige Browning.
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Wednesday Headlines
Federal labor officials want Starbucks to reopen stores, Boeing ends its WFH policy for corporate workers, and Seattle's large building owners will have to cut carbon emissions. It’s our daily roundup of today’s top stories from the KUOW newsroom, with host Paige Browning.
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Tuesday Headlines
Zulily sues Amazon over alleged antitrust practices, Seattle Children's psych nurses hold vigil over workplace safety, and recent flooding took a heavy toll on salmon. It’s our daily roundup of today’s top stories from the KUOW newsroom, with host Paige Browning.
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Monday Headlines
Microsoft teams up with organized labor around artificial intelligence, Inslee wants $900 million more for climate projects, and Seattle leaders call on Hyundai and Kia to do more to prevent theft. It’s our daily roundup of today’s top stories from the KUOW newsroom, with host Gustavo Sagrero.
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Friday Headlines
Denny Blaine playground plan canceled, Zulily to lay off nearly 300 workers, and Seattle's iconic Elephant Car Wash sign could get landmark status. It’s our daily roundup of today’s top stories from the KUOW newsroom, with host Paige Browning
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Thursday Headlines
Microsoft touts its AI future, off-duty pilot who tried to take down plane released from jail, and hundreds testify against a proposed playground at Denny Blaine. It’s our daily roundup of today’s top stories from the KUOW newsroom, with host Paige Browning.
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Wednesday Headlines
Hackers are trying to shake down Fred Hutch patients, attorneys for Tacoma officers charged in Ellis killing rest their case, and King County approves millions for arts and culture. It’s our daily roundup of today’s top stories from the KUOW newsroom, with host Paige Browning.
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Tuesday Headlines
Multiple WA rivers are flooding today, off-duty Alaska Air pilot indicted for trying to shut down a plane, and WA bans super pollutants common in refrigerators. It’s our daily roundup of today’s top stories from the KUOW newsroom, with host Paige Browning.