Radio Tacoma Interviews

Ride Together Pierce County Bike Swap April 25th

Wed, 15 Apr 2026 17:59:35 +0000

Ride Together Pierce County hosts the 15th Annual Bike Swap on Saturday April 25th at Tacoma Community College 10am to 2pm.

Ruston Clean-Up Continues

Sun, 12 Apr 2026 01:00:01 +0000

Sophy Englund and Jen Jensen explain the limits of the Asarco clean-up and the implications for future development in Ruston. Contact: jenniferj@rustonwa.org sophyinruston@gmail.com

Phen Pelletier from Indivisible Talks About No Kings 3

Tue, 24 Mar 2026 00:01:05 +0000

Phen Pelletier from Indivisible tells us about the upcoming No Kings rally on March 28, 2026, what it means for community and our city.

Immigration in the USA today

Sat, 14 Mar 2026 01:40:22 +0000

Where is the current US immigration policy headed? What are the implications for civil rights in our country? What actions should we be taking? Dr. Steve Niva teaches international politics and Middle East studies at Evergreen State College in Olympia, Washington. He is the current editor of Middle East Report and MERIP publications.

Interview with Pam Ketzner of Whole Washington: Legislative Update on Healthcare bills

Fri, 13 Feb 2026 02:47:35 +0000

Pam Ketzner of Whole Washington provides a WA legislative update on healthcare bills, in particular SB 5947 establishing a universal healthcare “trigger” pending federal action. She encourages us all to email our senators and representatives to support this bill. We also discuss Joseph Jarvis’ book The Purple World: Healing the Harm in American Health Care and the Utah Cares movement to bring universal healthcare to Utah. See the ballot initiative Whole Washington is planning if the legislature does not bring the healthcare bill forward.

Odessa Christiana from Underground Sound

Sun, 01 Feb 2026 00:45:16 +0000

Underground Sound is a monthly print only zine filled with the people, places and stories that give our city it’s gritty edge. Each collectible issue delivers true tales from local doers, binge worthy features and the creative spirit of the 253.

Interview with Sean Arent of the Clover Creek Restoration Alliance

Thu, 15 Jan 2026 21:30:58 +0000

Pam Beal talks with Sean Arent about his work with the Clover Creek Restoration Alliance in restoring creeks within the watershed that covers most of Tacoma, Lakewood, and Spanaway. They also discuss Cal Portland’s proposal to drain the Vashon aquifer for a gravel pit which would dry up Sequalitchew Creek in Dupont and affect fresh drinking water in the area.

Interview with Puget Sound Advocates for Retirement Action

Tue, 23 Dec 2025 17:57:23 +0000

Interview with PSARA - Puget Sound Advocates for Retired Action, a group fighting the privatization of the Medicare and Medicaid systems.

PSARA

Whole Washington

Author and graphic designer Edwin Gilven

Mon, 10 Nov 2025 02:13:58 +0000

WELCOME TO my story … . Throughout my life I have always thrived to motivate myself to stay encouraged thru the hard times to see the other side of the laughter within me and drawing/or writing useful books for positive human support has always allowed me to focus more on that brighter side of darkness in our world and sometime in ourselves … which I call ‘being human’ as we struggle to be the best person we can possibly be at any given time. They call me Edwin… . edwin gilven An alumnus from Pacific Lutheran University, Tacoma, WA, single, with a brother and sister, and nieces and great nieces, all with families. As a military child I traveled most of my life back and forth from America to Europe, which greatly influenced my style, thinking and drawings. Currently a cartoonist/children book writer and a freelance graphic designer living in the Great Northwest! What a good life sharing and growing more positive thru care and encouragement. Bless U and as I would ask, “Please Stay Caring.” PLEASE … REMEMBER … “there’s never an excuse to be unkind.” [thanks] https://www.goodreads.com/author/list/2489355.Edwin_Gilven

Interview about landmark restaurant The Hob Nob

Tue, 04 Nov 2025 16:35:03 +0000

Local restaurant the Hob Nob.

Cooper Henkel, Washington State Champion Discus and Javelin Athlete

Thu, 26 Jun 2025 19:00:00 +0000

Dan Grey interviews Cooper Henkel, Washington State Champion Discus and Javelin Athlete.

Jackie Jones-Hook, Tacoma Buffalo Soldier Museum

Wed, 04 Jun 2025 19:00:00 +0000

Interview with Executive Director Jackie Jones-Hook of the Tacoma Buffalo Soldier Museum Honoring the 9th and 10th Horse Cavalry and more.

May Day 2025 Rally

Fri, 23 May 2025 19:00:00 +0000

May Day 2025 Rally with Water Protectors, Union Members, Immigration Defenders, Tribal Members, and Environmental Defenders

Matt Nagle

Fri, 16 May 2025 19:00:00 +0000

Interview with Matt Nagle of Tacoma Weekly

Scott Ouellette

Fri, 02 May 2025 19:00:00 +0000

Interview with Scott Ouellette about Tacoma’s Hob Nob restaurant, a local landmark.

Social Security Office Interviews

Tue, 29 Apr 2025 19:00:00 +0000

Dan Grey speaks with people outside the Social Security office.

Bervin Smith

Sat, 26 Apr 2025 19:00:00 +0000

Dan Grey speaks with Bervin Smith, Community Engagement Senior Manager from the Tacoma Police Department

April 19th Hands Off Protest

Sat, 19 Apr 2025 19:00:00 +0000

John Doherty talks with participants at the April 19th Hands Off Protest

Malakay Betor asks people to read their signs.

Sat, 05 Apr 2025 20:00:00 +0000

Malakay Betor asks people to read their signs.

April 5th Hands Off Protest

Sat, 05 Apr 2025 19:00:00 +0000

John Doherty talks with participants at the April 5th Hands Off Protest

Meaningful Movies

Sat, 29 Mar 2025 19:00:00 +0000

Dan Grey speaks with members of Meaningful Movies on their purpose and how we may all get involved.

Women's Rally March 2025

Sat, 22 Mar 2025 19:00:00 +0000

John Doherty talks with participants in the March 22, 2025, Women’s Rally.

Whole Washington - Washington Health Trust Bill

Fri, 21 Feb 2025 20:00:00 +0000

Pam Beal talks with Andre Stackhouse and Pam Ketzner of Whole Washington about the Washington Health Trust Bill being considered in the current legislative session.

Ty Moore - Tacoma 4 All

Fri, 14 Feb 2025 20:00:00 +0000

Pam Beal speaks with Ty Moore on Tacoma 4 All’s successes, future plans, and how to solve the houseless crises.

Kwabi Amoah-Forson

Mon, 20 Jan 2025 20:00:00 +0000

Interview with Kwabi Amoah-Forson, humanitarian and influencer, and recipient of the 2022 Greater Tacoma Peace Prize. He also strives to educate others about the true meaning of peace and foster dialogue on the subject through “The Peace Bus’.

Kerri Griffis

Fri, 17 Jan 2025 20:00:00 +0000

Last interview and memorial with Kerri Griffis, one of the founders of Radio Tacoma

Recompose (alternative burial) with Louisa Beal

Tue, 17 Dec 2024 20:00:00 +0000

Recompose (alternative burial) with Louisa Beal

Toy Rescue Mission, Martha Davis and Dan Grey

Sat, 30 Nov 2024 20:00:00 +0000

Toy Rescue Mission, Martha Davis and Dan Grey

Studio Tour with Juan LeTorre & Marilyn Kimmerling

Sat, 23 Nov 2024 20:00:00 +0000

Studio Tour with Juan LeTorre & Marilyn Kimmerling

Studio Tour with Jean Pierre Garcia and Pam Beal

Sat, 16 Nov 2024 20:00:00 +0000

Studio Tour with Jean Pierre Garcia and Pam Beal

Rainy Day Rabbit Holes hosts Shay and Jody

Sat, 09 Nov 2024 20:00:00 +0000

Interview with Rainy Day Rabbit Holes hosts Shay and Jody with Pam Beal

Bookmongers

Sat, 02 Nov 2024 19:00:00 +0000

Bookmongers – What to do with unwanted books? Call the Bookmongers!

Lawrence Lambert (AKA “Pearls”)

Wed, 17 Jul 2024 19:00:00 +0000

Henry Hagen interviews Lawrence Lambert (AKA “Pearls”)

Whole Washington Director Pam Ketzner and Executive Director Andre Stackhouse

Mon, 24 Jun 2024 19:00:00 +0000

Pam Beal interviews Whole Washington Director Pam Ketzner and Executive Director Andre Stackhouse about the Whole Washington Campaign for universal healthcare and how we can get involved. Whole Washington is fighting for federal and state-based universal, single-payer healthcare. We can’t watch our friends, family, and neighbors suffer and die because they don’t have the healthcare they need. We demand a publicly-funded healthcare system that puts people over profits. Home – Whole Washington You can hear the interview at noon June 9-16 on Radio Tacoma 101.9 FM.

Bret Mason - Oceanfest 2024

Mon, 17 Jun 2024 19:00:00 +0000

Louisa Beal speaks with Bret Mason, Executive Director of Foss Waterway Seaport, about Oceanfest.

Thursday, June 27, 2024 6:00 PM at the Foss Waterway Seaport

State of the Salmon: A screening and panel discussion with KBTC’s Northwest Now

Family-friendly and free!

Northwest Now has spent years providing in-depth coverage of the efforts to save the Northwest’s native salmon runs. If you want to learn more about the challenges facing salmon and what is being done to restore Puget Sound and the river systems that connect to it, this is the place to start.

Enjoy a complimentary screening of State of the Salmon followed by an in-person discussion with the creators from Northwest Now.

Then, hunt for Tacoma Ocean Fest one-of-a-kind glass salmon treasures along the waterfront!

Sallie Shawl and Joy Dworkin discuss the film Israelism

Sun, 17 Mar 2024 19:00:00 +0000

RT Interview – Sallie Shawl and Joy Dworkin discuss the film Israelism When two young American Jews raised to unconditionally love Israel witness the brutal way Israel treats Palestinians, their lives take sharp left turns. They join a movement of young American Jews battling the old guard to redefine Judaism’s relationship with Israel, revealing a deepening generational divide over modern Jewish identity.

Tacoma City Presentation on the New Tenant Ordinance

Wed, 17 Jan 2024 20:00:00 +0000

Special Event – Tacoma City Presentation on the New Tenant Ordinance

Ryan Brown, Husky Hall of Fame for Track and Field

Mon, 25 Sep 2023 19:00:00 +0000

RT Interview – Ryan Brown, Husky Hall of Fame for Track and Field

Music and Heart in Wright Park 2023

Mon, 18 Sep 2023 19:00:00 +0000

RT Interview – Music and Heart in Wright Park, 2023

The Grand Cinema 2023 Tacoma Film Festival

Sun, 17 Sep 2023 19:00:00 +0000

RT Interview – The Grand Cinema 2023 Tacoma Film Festival

Steven Fossen and Somar Macek, of “Heart”

Tue, 11 Jul 2023 19:00:00 +0000

RT Interview – Interview with Steven Fossen and Somar Macek, of “Heart.”

HEAL*ARIOUS

Wed, 17 May 2023 19:00:00 +0000

RT Interview – Robin Phoenix Johnson, CEO of Operatin HEAL*ARIOUS

The Tacoma Comedy Club hosts Operation HEAL*ARIOUS, produced by Best Medicine Brigade, on Sunday, June 4th. This “American Idol” – style showcase is a search for America’s best Veteran or military spouse comedian. This is the third of ten- city tour with a finale in Hollywood on November 5th.

A portion of the proceeds are donated to HEAL*ARIOUS, a non-profit that offers free therapeutic humor programming for mental health.

Join us to cheer on your favorite comedians and propel them to the next round! During Operation HEAL*ARIOUS attendees will also enjoy the comedy of established comedians, including Ashley Gutermuth, U.S. Air Force Spouse of the Year; and hosted by Stan Shelby, U.S. Navy Veteran.

Tickets for Operation HEAL*ARIOUS are now on sale at TacomaComedyClub.com.

Kristi Nebel, Steve Nebel, and David Zink - Human Agenda in Cuba

Fri, 17 Mar 2023 19:00:00 +0000

RT Interview Interview with Cuba trio – Marilyn Kimmerling interviews Kristi Nebel, Steve Nebel, and David Zink about their trip with Human Agenda to Cuba to visit worker’s co-ops.

Ezra Eickmeyer

Thu, 02 Mar 2023 20:00:00 +0000

RT interview – Olympia lobbyist Ezra Eickmeyer – by Pam Beal

Paul Nye

Fri, 24 Feb 2023 20:00:00 +0000

RT Interview with Paul Nye – by Pam Beal

Dr. Deborah Ranniger, author of Against the Current

Fri, 17 Feb 2023 20:00:00 +0000

Against the Current: A Conscientious Objector in World War II and the Daughter He Inspired Marilyn Kimmerling interviews Dr. Deborah Ranniger on her book about her father, Leonard Edelstein, a conscientious objector in WWII, an early promoter for the establishment of the Nation Mental Health Foundation, and a fighter against redlining, and for fair housing laws.

https://www.hellgatepress.com/product/against-the-current-deborah-ranniger/

Tenant Rights

Wed, 21 Dec 2022 20:00:00 +0000

RT Interview with Tenant Activists – Get Involved!

Join Resident Action Project to receive invitations to monthly, virtual statewide meetings with other tenants, 2nd Wednesday of each month at 5 PM
Sign Up for Action Alerts on how to fight for housing justice
Washington Low Income Housing Alliance 2023 Public Policy Priorities
FollowTacoma Tenants Union on Facebookto get involved with local efforts to build tenant power
Click to join Tacoma Tenants Union meetings on 2nd + 4rth Mondays at 6:30 PM or join by phone 1-253-205-0468 Meeting ID: 890 1970 6036
Don’t forget to save the date February 6-8th 2023, for Housing and Homelessness Advocacy Day (HHAD)

References

May 2022 – Report finds Tacoma rent increased at 8th-highest rate year-over-year among US Cities
November 2022 – Housing Vouchers Sit Unused at Some Rural Washington Agencies
July 2022 – “Every $100 increase in median rent is associated with a 9% increase in the estimated homelessness rate” – Inflation is Making Homelessness Worse

Devin from the TDSA

Thu, 17 Nov 2022 20:00:00 +0000

Noah Wingard’s recently-conducted interview about the Tacoma Crisis Response initiative with Devin from the TDSA.

Whole Washington

Wed, 17 Aug 2022 19:00:00 +0000

RT Interview with Whole Washington

Steve Fossen

Fri, 17 Jun 2022 19:00:00 +0000

RT Interview with Steve Fossen

Aisha Harrison

Thu, 17 Mar 2022 19:00:00 +0000

Marilyn Kimmerling’s interview with sculptor Aisha Harrison.

Cathy Pick - Tacoma Tenants Organizing Committee

Mon, 17 Jan 2022 20:00:00 +0000

January 27 Interview with Cathy Pick, the new liaison for the Tacoma Tenants Organizing Committee (TTOC). Cathy discusses tenant rights, proposed legislation, and the terrible vehicular assault of a woman in front of the LeMay Car Museum Tacoma Safe Protest. To learn more, visit the TTOC website and Facebook page: https://tacomatenants.org/ https://www.facebook.com/TacomaTenants

Serve the People Tacoma

Fri, 17 Dec 2021 20:00:00 +0000

Serve the People Tacoma is a growing collection of survival programs in the Pierce County area. Hot meals are served Tuesday, Thursday and Sunday at or around 6:30pm on the corner of 12th and Tacoma Ave- one block down from the main library branch. Socks, blankets, and other supplies are distributed to the unhoused and anyone else with need for them as they become available. Currently they are asking donations for tents and tarps: $10 for a tarp and $30 for a tent.

They may be contacted on Facebook at stpwashington; Twitter @stp_tacoma; Instagram @stp_tacoma

Tommy Bryan of The Fat Fox Band

Wed, 17 Nov 2021 20:00:00 +0000

RT Interview with Tommy Bryan of The Fat Fox Band. Visit their website at https://fatfoxband.com

Marilyn’s Peace Prize

Sun, 17 Oct 2021 19:00:00 +0000

Marilyn’s Peace Prize

David Moltzen

Tue, 17 Aug 2021 19:00:00 +0000

RT Interview with David Moltzen

Petra Perikins of The Giving Project

Sat, 24 Jul 2021 19:00:00 +0000

RT Interview with Petra Perikins, of The Giving Project

Election Observers 2021

Sat, 17 Jul 2021 19:00:00 +0000

Election Observers 2021 – we encourage people to attend these trainings to be able to observe the ballots being counted in Pierce County.

Randy Kasten

Thu, 24 Jun 2021 19:00:00 +0000

RT Interview with musician Randy Kasten

Oceanfest 2021

Thu, 17 Jun 2021 19:00:00 +0000

Oceanfest 2021 – Nearly 1,000 people gathered safely, spread out, for the first in-person festival since 2019 – and what a day it was! Musicians, dancers, speakers, eco-booths, Youth Story finalists, kayak tryouts, ice cream, and pizza – it was a HUGE success, and so good to gather our community again around the ocean. Marilyn and Eddie talked to some of the presenters.

Josh North

Wed, 31 Mar 2021 19:00:00 +0000

RT Interview with musician Josh North

Ranked Choice Voting

Thu, 04 Mar 2021 20:00:00 +0000

Ranked Choice Voting with Ben Chapman from FairVote Washington, Alejandro Peralta from Pierce Chapter of FairVote, Washington, and mathematician Annee Appelgate.

PEW Rally

Sun, 28 Feb 2021 20:00:00 +0000

PEW (Petro Eternum WA) Rally in Tacoma – February 28, 2021

WorkSource for young adults

Tue, 16 Feb 2021 20:00:00 +0000

WorkSource for young adults

APCC - Asian New Years 2021

Fri, 15 Jan 2021 20:00:00 +0000

RT Interview with Asia Pacific Cultural Center (APCC) – Asian New Year’s 2021

Tacoma Housing Now and Food Not Bombs Tacoma

Thu, 17 Dec 2020 20:00:00 +0000

RT Interview with Tacoma Housing Now and Food Not Bombs Tacoma

Bill Baarsma

Sun, 15 Nov 2020 20:00:00 +0000

RT Interview: Marilyn Kimmerling’s interview with Bill Baarsma

“Indivisible,” with Nina Rook

Thu, 29 Oct 2020 19:00:00 +0000

RT Interview – “Indivisible,” with Nina Rook

The Dog Aging project

Thu, 22 Oct 2020 19:00:00 +0000

RT Interview: The Dog Aging project

Sherrilla Bivens from the A Philip Randolph Institute

Thu, 15 Oct 2020 19:00:00 +0000

RT Interview: Marilyn interviews Sherrilla Bivens from the A Philip Randolph Institute

Post Office and the Rule of Law

Thu, 17 Sep 2020 19:00:00 +0000

RT Interview – Post Office and the Rule of Law

Sunrise

Tue, 25 Aug 2020 19:00:00 +0000

RT Interview – Sunrise Aug 25, 2020

Incident at Forks

Sat, 22 Aug 2020 19:00:00 +0000

RT Interview – Dr. Louisa Beal of Radio Tacoma – Incident at Forks interviews

Pierce County Election Observers

Sat, 15 Aug 2020 19:00:00 +0000

RT Interview – Dr. Louisa Beal – Pierce County Election Observers

“Manny’s Walk,” Kaitlin Armstrong with Lawyers Against Systemic Racism

Sat, 18 Jul 2020 19:00:00 +0000

RT Interview – “Manny’s Walk,” Kaitlin Armstrong with Lawyers Against Systemic Racism. Recorded July 10, 2020

Dr. Helen Newman - VTS

Wed, 15 Jul 2020 19:00:00 +0000

RT Interview – Dr. Louisa Beal of Radio Tacoma interviews Dr. Helen Newman about Veterinary Transplant Services

RT Interview – XRAmerica – no Declaration

Mon, 29 Jun 2020 19:00:00 +0000

RT Interview – XRAmerica – no Declaration

“Good Grief Dean LaCoe” from Eco grief by Dean LaCoe.

Wed, 20 May 2020 19:00:00 +0000

“Good Grief Dean LaCoe” from Eco grief by Dean LaCoe.

Entheogens – Interview with Decriminalize Nature

Tue, 05 May 2020 19:00:00 +0000

Entheogens – Interview with Decriminalize Nature

Leah Michaelson – South Sound Earth Day 2020

Tue, 28 Apr 2020 19:00:00 +0000

Leah Michaelson – South Sound Earth Day 2020

Jess Reed from the Tacoma General Covid Unit

Tue, 21 Apr 2020 19:00:00 +0000

Jess Reed from the Tacoma General Covid Unit