Patricia Murphy
Host
About
Patricia Murphy is the host of Seattle Now, a daily news podcast.
Her interviews focus on experts and newsmakers. Previously, you could find Patricia on the beat reporting on military and veteran affairs, justice, and health.
In 2018 Patricia received a regional Edward R. Murrow award for a series about the motivations of young people who carry guns. In 2005 she received a national Edward R. Murrow award for her reporting on injection drug use.
Though her first job in news was throwing hard copies of the Sunday paper from her bike, Patricia also graduated from Emerson College with a B.S. in Communications.
Location: Seattle
Languages: English
Pronouns: she/her
Professional Affiliations: Dart Center, Ochberg Society for Trauma Journalism
Podcasts
Stories
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Casual Friday with Tan Vinh and Rachel Horgan
This week… Seattle took to the streets to celebrate the Seahawks, and left a mess in their wake. The state legislature is looking into removing the penny from cash transactions. And if you’re still out there making last-minute Valentine's Day plans, why not try a heart-shaped pizza. We’re breaking down the week with Seattle Times Food Writer Tan Vinh and Rachel Horgan host of “The Weekly” Podcast.
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Can Washington state recover from its 'abysmally low' mountain snowpack?
There is still a chance for snow to come to Washington's mountains this season, but don't expect the region's dismal snowpack to miraculously recover. "That would be great if we could recover a little bit, but we have a lot of ground to catch up on ... at this point, we'll take anything we can get," National Weather Service Meteorologist Maddie Kristell told Seattle Now.
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How are unemployed tech workers finding new opportunities?
Layoffs have sent a shockwave through the tech sector. Thousands of workers around Puget Sound are suddenly or soon to be out of work. Puget Sound Business Journal Tech reporter Rick Morgan is here to talk about what’s next for laid off workers.
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The snow flaked on us this year. That’s got meteorologists worried
It’s hard to ignore the weather this week. I’m in a t-shirt. I had to dig out my sunglasses. It’s nice, but it’s not normal. Washington is having one of its warmest winters in recent history. We’ve got Seattle's National Weather Service meteorologist Maddie Kristell here to explain what this means for our region.
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Your self-esteem and the Seattle Seahawks: Why sports fandom can be a good thing
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Waitlists, walk-ins, and bar seating: A procrastinator’s guide to Valentine’s Day dining in Seattle
Valentine’s Day falls on a Saturday this year, which makes it more challenging for procrastinators to get last-minute reservations at their favorite restaurant. Seattle Times food writer Tan Vinh has recommendations for how to salvage a romantic evening even if you are a few days late making plans.
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The Seahawks are champions. You might feel like one too
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Weekend Listen: A dad's ICE arrest and the Seattle nurse who took his family in, UW’s new required civil rights training, and a proposal to help military families with free preschool
Today, we’re bringing you the best from the KUOW Newsroom… For two families in Seattle, this past Christmas is one they’ll always remember. They came together after an immigration arrest left one family stranded, and facing deportation. A look at a new required training from UW, part of a voluntary agreement with the federal government after allegations of unchecked antisemitism on campus. And a proposal in Olympia that would help more military families qualify for the state’s free preschool program.
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Casual Friday with Joe Veyera and Danny Ball
Sunday is one of the biggest days in Seattle sports history… so get ready to cheer on the Seahawks. Washington's breweries say February is just as tough as Dry January. And Costco is being sued for mislabeling their $5 rotisserie chicken. Factal Editor Joe Veyera and Simply Seattle’s Danny Ball are here to break down the week ahead of the Big Game.
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A procrastinator's guide to dining out on Valentine's Day
Valentine’s Day is on a Saturday this year. If you’re planning to head out on your own or with your love, stick around. Seattle Times food critic Tan Vin is here with some suggestions for dining out.