Racial Justice

September 6, 2025City Council, Racial Justice

#129: Reparations and Olympia

Olympia’s history is deeper and more connected to the larger American story than many people realize. From the city’s founding to its role in shaping regional and national events, Olympia […]
July 4, 2025General Interest, Racial Justice

#120: Fourth of July Man

This episode explores the legacy of Judge George H. Boldt and the lasting impact of the 1974 Boldt Decision, which reaffirmed tribal fishing rights in Washington. Featuring a recording from […]
January 5, 2023Olympia Schools, Racial Justice

#96: Maria Flores, Talauna Reed and the Olympia School Board

The Olympia School Board filled a vacancy in November by choosing Talauna Reed, a vocal activist and candidate for mayor last year city council last year. In this episode, we […]
February 17, 2022Olympia Schools, Racial Justice, Uncategorized

#91: Facing Racism at Capital High School

Just over a month ago, a racial slur shouted at a River Ridge High School basketball player spread over social media, and then into the mainstream. This incident laid bare […]
April 26, 2021Racial Justice

#86: Black History in Thurston County

Dr. Thelma Jackson has been living in Thurston County for over 50 years, arriving here from the deep south where she lived through Jim Crow. She shared with us how […]
December 28, 2020Racial Justice

#80: Building on racial justice in the New Year

As we leave behind 2020 and look forward to the new year, we spent some time reflecting on the racial justice movement that has swept the nation and Olympia. We […]
September 14, 2020Racial Justice

#73: A Future of Economic Justice

What does economic justice look like? Megan Matthews, the Engagement Manager at the Department of Social and Health Services, has been engaging with the community to help develop Washington’s 10-year […]
September 3, 2020Olympia Schools, Racial Justice

#72: A look into Olympia high schools

On our last episode, we explored safety and justice in the Olympia school system from the perspective of a middle school teacher. We’re now looking at a different perspective from […]
August 24, 2020Olympia Schools, Racial Justice

#71: Safety and Justice in Public Schools

Continuing the conversation on racial justice in Olympia, we turn to public schools. Courtney Jarmon, who teaches science at Washington Middle School, shared her experience as an educator in the […]
August 10, 2020Justice System, Racial Justice

#70: A Public Defender Talks Justice

Protests from the Black Lives Matter movement have dramatically changed public discourse. Those who have been advocating for a new vision for safety and justice are now finding their ideas […]