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$10,000 in Instant Rebates to Perfect Your Indoor Climate (and Help the Outdoor One, Too) - March 5, 2026 Mar 05, 2026

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Kurt Hellmann from Energy Smart Eastside stops by to tell us all about often-misunderstood technological wonders known as heat pumps. We also learn how a Kirkland police investigation led to more than recovering a stolen bike, how to get your wellness on at PKCC, when spring and summer recreation registration starts, and what to watch out for when driving this weekend. Plus, we recap the latest council meeting and share exciting upcoming events like the Women in EMS & Fire Workshop, the Kirkland Shamrock Run, Wheels & Reels drive-in movies, and the Kirkland Pitch Competition.

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Smoots and Stories with the Police Chief - February 26, 2026 Feb 26, 2026

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Kirkland Police Chief Mike St. Jean gives us the run down on what it’s like to be in law enforcement and all of the exciting ways the community can get to know their police department. We announce the much-awaited reopening of the southern portion of the Cross Kirkland Corridor, give a heads up on some upcoming weekend freeway closures, and share why filling the boot is so meaningful. Plus, we preview the next council meeting and talk about events like the Lunar New Year Celebration.

Shownotes: www.kirklandwa.gov/podcast#20260226

Get in the Know About Getting in the Know - February 19, 2026 Feb 19, 2026

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Kirkland’s Communications Program Manager and mainstay podcast host David Wolbrecht does double duty as a guest of the show to tell us all about how to stay informed and engaged with your local city government. We also chat about adopting highways, job openings, steward orientation, stormwater, and stuff for teens and littles to do. Plus, we recap the latest council meeting and share all of the great events coming up over the next week.

Shownotes: www.kirklandwa.gov/podcast#20260219

The Hot New Trend of BYOT - February 12, 2026 Feb 12, 2026

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What’s on your mind, Kirkland? We’re joined by Community Engagement Coordinator Luana Hancock who is making it easier than ever to connect with your friendly neighborhood councilmembers. We also chat about virtually touring the local recycling center, the polite way to dump your cooking oil, ways to give some love to our parks, what’s coming up at council, and why we’re fans of vans. Plus, we share fun upcoming events that involve cocoa, French pastries, and dogs.

Shownotes: www.kirklandwa.gov/podcast#20260212

Of Markets, Muskrats, and Free Maui Trips - February 5, 2026 Feb 05, 2026

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The City of Kirkland’s own Charlie Shannon tells how vendors can apply to join this summer’s Juanita Friday Market while we dream up fresh possibilities. We also learn about new firefighters, the upcoming orientation for Green Kirkland stewards, what happened at the last council meeting, and what events are coming up in February. Plus, we share our gratitude for Kirkland blood donors and announce how to enter to win a luxury hotel stay and roundtrip airfare to Maui.

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Why Kirkland is 35,000 Items Smarter + How to Get Rosetta Stone for Free - January 29, 2026 Jan 29, 2026

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Kirkland library experts Meredith Selfon and Amy Faulkner give us the inside scoop on local library resources that might surprise you, from Mandarin story times and crafternoons to snagging bestsellers and accessing newspapers from around the globe. We also learn the importance of donating blood, why practicing a fire escape plan is critical for saving lives, and how to help kids through the LINKS program. Plus, we look ahead to the next council meeting and highlight fun upcoming events.

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$10,000 for Your Business and Our Wine Tasting Winner - January 22, 2026 Jan 22, 2026

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City of Kirkland’s own special projects coordinator Christian Lash tells us why the Kirkland Workshops and Pitch Competition offer a kinder, gentler shark tank and a prime opportunity for current and aspiring businesses. We also learn about Conversations with Council, the rules of the road for electric bikes and scooters, and how to reduce food waste. Plus, we get a recap of the latest council meeting, hear about fun upcoming events, and draw the lucky winner of Woodinville Wine Country wine tasting passports.

Shownotes: www.kirklandwa.gov/podcast#20260122

How to Win $1,000 in Wine Tastings, an Alaskan Cruise, and Free Garbage Service - January 15, 2026 Jan 15, 2026

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Adam Acampora breezes in from nearby Woodinville Wine Country to talk all about the wine and wonders of the Eastside. We also talk emergency prep, the importance of donating blood, how to win with the Recycle Right Pledge, what’s coming up at Council, and look ahead to fun events in February.

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Kirkland’s 2,300+ Superheroes and How You can Be One, Too - January 8, 2026 Jan 08, 2026

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Special Projects Coordinator and This Week in Kirkland podcast regular Kate Ryan joins us to highlight the many volunteer opportunities in Kirkland including the Martin Luther King, Jr. Day of Service coming up on January 19. We also learn why it’s important to license Fido and Fluffy, how to send Christmas trees off to become compost, and why we “otter” look for wildlife in Kirkland’s parks. Plus, we recap the first city council meeting of the year and share some fun upcoming events including the winter drive-in movie series.

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Favorite Podcast Moments from 2025 - December 31, 2025 Dec 31, 2025

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Our amazing podcast production team pulled together some of our favorite interview moments from 2025. Hear harrowing tales from a wildland firefighter, quirky stories about animals on the loose in Kirkland, and what it took to become iconic voices in sportscasting and popular music. Enjoy!

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