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Seattle Podcast: Rebecca Lovell — Civic Thought Leader Builds Bridges

Seattle Podcast: Rebecca Lovell — Civic Thought Leader Builds Bridges

There are few people in the Pacific Northwest who have successfully navigated tech, economic development, venture capital, and nonprofits. Our esteemed podcast guest, Rebecca Lovell, is one such individual who has done this in no small part due to her native roots in the Seattle/Tacoma region, and her prolific and important contributions as a civic thought-leader.

Uncommon Thinkers: Che Lee

Uncommon Thinkers: Che Lee

Client Executive, Deloitte

Che Lee was so happy to arrive in Seattle that he wanted to kiss the ground. Twenty-five years later, he still feels the same way.
#UncommonThinkersWelcome

Photo by Dr. Eun Kim

Must List: March 28-April 3

Must List: March 28-April 3

Cosplay, Beetlejuice, and tulips

Catch Beetlejuice the musical, see NASA’s first artist-in-residence Laurie Anderson, or wander through the tulip fields. Get your anime, gaming, and cosplay fix at Sakura-Con, and don’t miss out on the live taping of a fun radio variety show.

Uncommon Thinkers: Jane Park

Uncommon Thinkers: Jane Park

Founder and CEO, Tokki

When Jane Park goes on business development missions for her reusable gift wrap product company, the very mention of the word “Seattle” immediately opens doors.
#UncommonThinkersWelcome

Uncommon Thinkers Welcome

Uncommon Thinkers Welcome

Seattle's Korean American innovators are shaping communities and forging global connections

In partnership with Greater Seattle Partners, Seattle magazine is honored to recognize our region’s boldest “Uncommon Thinkers” — the inventors, artists, leaders, and entrepreneurs who are transforming communities and driving positive change throughout the world. #UncommonThinkersWelcome

Seattle Podcast: Tom Mara and Beth Barrett Are SIFF’s Dynamic Duo

Seattle Podcast: Tom Mara and Beth Barrett Are SIFF’s Dynamic Duo

Tom Mara planned to retire when he left Seattle nonprofit radio station KEXP after two stints totaling 34 years. That didn’t last long. In August 2022, Mara accepted the CEO job at the Seattle International Film Festival. Here, he and longtime Artistic Director Beth Barrett discuss how SIFF became one of the largest film festivals in the world, and what’s in store as the festival celebrates 50 years. This year’s festival runs from May 9-19 at SIFF’s four venues across the city, including the venerable SIFF Cinema Downtown (formerly known as The Cinerama).

Must List: March 21-27

Must List: March 21-27

Ignite Seattle, Zakir Khan, and the Purple Crayon

Catch some wildly entertaining rapid-fire talks, watch a classic children’s book come to life, or celebrate all things French. See comedian Zakir Khan, or lose yourself in Torres’ mesmerizing rock.

Must List: March 14-20

Must List: March 14-20

Laughs, bites, and blossoms

Catch The Fantasticks, a fun take on young love and overbearing parents. Enjoy local seafood and wine at Taste Washington, or laugh with Trevor Noah. Celebrate blooming cherries, and don’t miss the St. Patrick’s Day Parade.

Must List: March 7-13

Must List: March 7-13

Arlo Parks, Cat Power, and a gripping new play

Don’t miss out on the poetic music of Arlo Parks, the Emerald City Irish Film Festival, the compelling narratives at Short Stories Live, Cat Power’s tribute to Bob Dylan, and a play that’s sure to move you.

She's the Boss

She’s the Boss

Nina Christofilis created her business-oriented podcast, Ladyboss, in high school

Nina Christofilis launched her Ladyboss podcast while still in high school. Ladyboss is focused on interviewing women in business about their path to success, with the goal of empowering younger women.

Photo by Katie M. Simmons

Must List: Feb. 29-March 6

Must List: Feb. 29-March 6

Meaningful cinema, student showcase, and a comedic whodunit

Be inspired by senior dance students at Cornish, or join Sloane Crosley and Ben Gibbard for a discussion on loss and grief. Celebrate 50 years of SIFF with memorable films, laugh until it hurts at ‘Something’s Afoot,’ or catch 24 bands on four stages at Freakout Weekender.

Must List: Feb. 22-28

Must List: Feb. 22-28

A civil rights icon, a poet laureate, and a luchadora

As the sun shines and the dirt flowers bloom, get ready for a fun week ahead…

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