Bill Radke
Host
About
Bill hosts Week In Review.
Before that, he created and hosted the NPR humor show Rewind and hosted the Marketplace Morning Report, covering the day's national/international business news.
He's been a KUOW reporter, news director, and interview host; also, a stand-up comedian and Seattle P-I newspaper columnist.
Location: Seattle
Languages: English
Pronouns: he/him
Podcasts
Stories
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The Record: Monday, October 22
The “grocery tax” might not be all that it seems.
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Debate: Should local governments be able to tax food and drink?
Should local governments be prohibited from taxing retail food and drink?
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This week we're bouncing through the political news
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What do you wonder about the Puget Sound region?
You asked, we answered.
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'Curious simpletons' get a peek at life on Mars
You don’t have to be a planetary exploration specialist to understand this science (but we talked to one anyway).
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Debate: Should Washington state introduce tougher gun laws?
This November, voters decide whether to limit the purchase and storage of some firearms. We hosted a special debate on measure I-1639 between those arguing for tougher checks, training, wait periods and gun storage, and those in opposition.
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Debate: Should you vote for a carbon fee?
This year, voters will decide whether or not to instate a first-in-the-nation fee on carbon emissions in the state. We invited groups for and against the ballot measure to talk about why they support and oppose I-1631.
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A tale of two Smiths
The race is on for Washington’s 9th. Also, we hear more about ballot initiative 1631 on carbon fees, and remember Paul Allen.
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Candidates for Washington's 9th District debate corporate money and military spending
U.S. House Representative Democrat Adam Smith is being challenged by political newcomer Sarah Smith, a Democratic Socialist.
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Senator Warren takes the test
DNA testing is becoming increasingly widespread; in this instance, it’s being used to bolster political bona fides and has sparked discussions about whether genes have anything to do with identity.