Move To Tacoma Podcast

Nate Bowling hosts a panel on the rise of Neo-Nazism and white supremacists in the Pacific Northwest and Tacoma. Guests include Craig Sailor from the News Tribune and Miri Cypers from the Anti-Defamation League. This event occurred on April 16, 2018. The post ACHH: Who are the Nazis in your neighborhood? appeared first on Move to Tacoma.

Richardson speaks candidly throughout the interview. She now resides in Hilltop where she plays witness to what she calls “street theater”, which in her words is both a blessing and a curse, and a combination of peace and battle that provide her a plethora of parently tools and advice. Marguerite inquires, how does one become... The post Podcast: Tacoma Poet Laureate, Kellie Richardson appeared first on Move to Tacoma.

Nate Bowling hosts a panel of two City of Tacoma employees, a developer, and a Metro Parks commissioner to dive deep into rising housing costs in Tacoma. We look at the causes of the rent and property value increases as well as the consequences. You can also check out the live stream on Facebook! This... The post ACHH: Build Housing Not Walls appeared first on Move to Tacoma.

The Space: Alma Mater Tacoma at 1322 South Fawcett, is a live music venue, artist co-working space, café and lounge all wrapped into one. The grand opening of Alma Mater takes place the weekend of April 19, with festivities occurring each day through Saturday the 21. Festivities include an all ages dance party with DJ... The post Podcast: Talking Alma Mater Tacoma with Rachel Ervin and Aaron Spiro appeared first on Move to Tacoma.

While history hounds are in the know, many may wonder what’s the difference between the Tacoma Historical Society and the Washington State Historical Society. Mary Mikel Stump clarifies that the WSHS is a parent agency and was founded in the late 1800’s. She reveals that the epic looking brick building in the Stadium District that plays... The post Washington State Historical Society with Mary Mikel Stump appeared first on Move to Tacoma.

Dean Burke comes on the podcast to talk about how all Tacoma’s can have a closer connection to the sea. Dean is the Executive Director of the Tacoma South Sound Sports Commission. He left the Texas Gulf Coast for Tacoma’s North End 23 years ago.  Marguerite spent some time on the water with Burke for... The post Dean Burke: Tacoma and the Sea appeared first on Move to Tacoma.

Punk Rock, Punches & Puget Sound: Before moving to Tacoma 10 years ago, Forest was a drummer for various punk rock bands and was deep into the rock n roll scene in Rhode Island. Somewhere in there he spent some time as a competitive boxer, which as he put it, “was the first step in... The post Podcast: Forest Beutel & The Tacoma Music Scene appeared first on Move to Tacoma.

Adult Civics Happy Hour lures community members into an approachable way to be civically engaged and informed. The event provides a jargon free zone using happy hour language to discuss issues that impact our community and neighbors. This Adult Civics Happy Hour tackled the topic “The Rent is Too Damn High,” and opened a dialogue... The post The Rent Is Too Damn High! Adult Civics Happy Hour appeared first on Move to Tacoma.

  What is Tacoma’s dating scene really like, these days? Marguerite is new to the dating scene and is looking for some pro-tips which led to her inviting a panel of singles to talk about hooking up in the City of Destiny. Disclaimer: Please remove children from the room- there might be swear words and... The post Podcast: The Tacoma Dating Scene appeared first on Move to Tacoma.

The Move to Tacoma podcast has had a big year, loads of cool guests and insightful topics of discussion made their way into the studio in 2017. Special Guest Host, Erik Hanberg sat down and talked with Marguerite Martin about 2017 and what’s coming our way in 2018. Marguerite changed her last name in 2017!... The post 2018: What’s Next for MoveToTacoma? appeared first on Move to Tacoma.

This week, Marguerite Martin and Erik Hanberg revisit their annual tradition with a Move to Tacoma Year in Review. Take a tour through the year, the ups and the downs, the growth, the arguments, and the politics that was Tacoma’s 2017. The post 2017 Year in Review! with special guest Erik Hanberg appeared first on Move to Tacoma.

Najah moved from the country in Florida to the City of Tacoma in high school in the mid-nineties. She’s lived in the North End (and went to Wilson High School!) and Downtown. Del moved to Tacoma from San Diego in 2003 and they’re now roommates on the Hilltop. “I figured if I moved to a... The post Najahmoniq Todd and Del Brown of Mirrorgloss appeared first on Move to Tacoma.

Jenny Jacobs, host of the Citizen Tacoma podcast, joins Marguerite to talk about her experience with the podcast this year. Starting as a regular citizen of Tacoma, what was it like to meet and interview 14+ candidates for office. Did she come away more inspired or more cynical by the political process? Check it out,... The post The Move to Tacoma/Citizen Tacoma Crossover appeared first on Move to Tacoma.

Photo by GritCityPhoto Marc’s Move to Tacoma Story Marc grew up in the Quad Cities, but after a vacation brought him to the area he knew he wanted to move to the Pacific Northwest. A Zookeeper, he found a job as the Zoological Curator with Northwest Trek Wildlife Park in East Pierce County. Moving to... The post Marc Heinzman – How to Move to Tacoma appeared first on Move to Tacoma.

Jackie’s Move To Tacoma Story: Jackie grew up in Fife and moved to South Tacoma after high school. She now lives in Proctor with her husband Chris and their kids. Creative Colloquy: Formed as a way for writers to connect with each other and read their stories for an audience, Creative Colloquy is open to... The post Jackie Casella of Creative Colloquy on Supporting Tacoma’s Writers appeared first on Move to Tacoma.

Rochelle Bergstrom comes onto the show to talk about her urban and sophisticated wedding chapel called Elope 253. She shares the story of how Spaceworks helped make her dream of owning a business possible. The post Rochelle Bergstrom and Elope 253 – Get Married Your Way appeared first on Move to Tacoma.

Nate Bowling, 2016 Washington State Teacher of the Year, hosts several panelists to share their experience around the issue of immigration locally. The panelists are Dreamers, immigrants, lawyers, or journalists, but together they tell a heartfelt and sobering story of the immigrant experience in Tacoma and the South Sound. The post What is the immigrant experience like in Tacoma and the South Sound? #ACHH253 appeared first on Move to Tacoma.

Michael Haeflinger, Executive Director of Write 253, talks about writing, poetry (both slam and otherwise), play writing, and helping youth learn to write. The post Michael Haeflinger: Write 253 appeared first on Move to Tacoma.

Dennis Hanberg (AKA Mr. Hanberg) joins us to talk about what’s happening in planning and public works at Pierce County and how the county relates to Tacoma’s growth. The post Dennis Hanberg on Planning for Growth in Pierce County appeared first on Move to Tacoma.

In our fourth Adult Civics Happy Hour, we look at the role of policing in Tacoma. Nate Bowling, 2016 Washington State Teacher of the Year, will moderate the discussion with representatives from the ACLU, the Pierce County Sheriff’s Department, and an HR attorney for a school district. We’ll discuss use of community relations with law... The post What is going on with policing in Tacoma? #ACHH253 appeared first on Move to Tacoma.