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
Tanya Woo picked to join Seattle's city council, Mayor Harrell issues a hiring freeze, and Mountlake Terrace grad Lily Gladstone gets an Oscar nomination. It’s our daily roundup of today’s top stories from the KUOW newsroom, with host Paige Browning.
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Monday Headlines
Last known victim remains connected to Green River Killer finally ID'd, tribes want a state of emergency over opioid crisis, and Seattle inches closer to picking a new councilmember. It’s our daily roundup of today’s top stories from the KUOW newsroom, with host Paige Browning.
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Friday Headlines
Price tag skyrockets for a downtown Seattle streetcar, light rail riders endure a tough week of delays, and WA officials are exploring new ways to get drivers to slow down. It’s our daily roundup of today’s top stories from the KUOW newsroom, with host Paige Browning.
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Thursday Headlines
Trump will remain on WA's primary ballot, mountain snowpack is running behind schedule, and WA issues guidance about using AI in public schools. It’s our daily roundup of today’s top stories from the KUOW newsroom, with host Paige Browning.
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Wednesday Headlines
Five people in Seattle died from hypothermia during the cold snap, Alaska Air's CEO apologizes, and police pursuits are back on state lawmakers' radar. It’s our daily roundup of top stories from the KUOW newsroom, with host Paige Browning.
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Tuesday Headlines
WA sues over proposed Kroger-Albertsons merger, SCOTUS won't hear challenge to WA's capital gains tax, and UW hires a new football coach. It’s our daily roundup of today’s top stories from the KUOW newsroom, with host Paige Browning.
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Friday Headlines
Freezing temps hit the Puget Sound region, Seattle Police Chief Adrian Diaz is facing a lawsuit, and UW football coach Kalen DeBoer bolts for Alabama. It’s our daily roundup of today’s top stories from the KUOW newsroom, with host Ruby de Luna.
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Thursday Headlines
The FAA investigates Boeing, 72 people apply to be Seattle's newest councilmember, and state lawmakers tackle the rising cost of rent. It’s our daily roundup of today’s top stories from the KUOW newsroom, with host Gustavo Sagrero.
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Pete Carroll's unique legacy and what's next for the Seahawks
KUOW’s Kim Malcolm talked to sportswriter Danny O'Neil about the news this week that coach Pete Carroll won't lead the Seattle Seahawks for a 15th season.
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Wednesday Headlines
Pete Carroll is out as the Seahawks head coach, Alaska Air cancels all flights of the 737 MAX 9, and WA's top education official wants to fully fund special education. It’s our daily roundup of today’s top stories from the KUOW newsroom, with host Paige Browning.