Move To Tacoma Podcast

YWCA has been part of Tacoma since 1906. How it fulfills its mission over the years has changed (in 1910 they opened a swimming pool for women and children; in 1976 they opened the first domestic violence shelter in the state). Laine and Jessica talk about the YWCA, its mission, and its unique events (including a tampon drive... The post YWCA With Laine Hoggan and Jessica Gavre appeared first on Move to Tacoma.

Carrie Akre is a musician best known for her work with Seattle bands Hammerbox and Goodness. She moved to Seattle in 1985 and moved around to several different neighborhoods, as well as a stint in Minneapolis. In 2015, Carrie and her family decided to move to Tacoma. Carrie’s first impressions of Tacoma and her process of... The post Carrie Akre on Creativity and Making Art in Tacoma appeared first on Move to Tacoma.

Ricky and Matthew from Oasis Youth Center share the story of Oasis, the only organization in Tacoma dedicated to queer and questioning youths to learn connect and grow. For the past thirty-two years, they have worked to help youths be seen as leaders in the community. The post Oasis Youth Center appeared first on Move to Tacoma.

Michael Sullivan knows the history of all things Tacoma. He blogs regularly at tacomahistory.live. On today’s podcast he shares fascinating stories and nuggets from Tacoma’s history in the twentieth century. What decisions did we get right? (Like women getting the vote early). But what went wrong? This episode covers some of the hard times Tacoma went through... The post Tacoma’s History with Michael Sullivan – Part 2 (Early 1900s to WWII) appeared first on Move to Tacoma.

Michael Sullivan knows the history of all things Tacoma. He blogs regularly at tacomahistory.live. On today’s podcast he shares fascinating stories and nuggets from Tacoma’s early history through the Great Depression. What is the “harbor of phantoms?” How has Mount Rainier Tahoma affected our history? Discover the early characters of Tacoma’s history, our competition with... The post Tacoma’s History with Michael Sullivan – Part 1 (Early Days to Early 1900s) appeared first on Move to Tacoma.

Evan Smith (with Mass Transit Now!) and Kristina Walker (with Downtown on the Go!) are transit boosters, helping to spread the word about Sound Transit 3 (ST3) and its benefits. They stopped by the Move to Tacoma podcast to tell us about ST3, how it’s paid for, and what it will do for our community. What can ST3... The post Mass Transit Now! With Evan Smith and Kristina Walker appeared first on Move to Tacoma.

Chris Karnes is passionate about transit, and has a blog that covers transit issues in depth at TacomaTransit.com. Chris grew up using public transportation in Tacoma and began at age 14. His parents moved to Tacoma’s Lincoln District when he was 5. While his parents worked full time Chris used public transit to get around... The post Tacoma Transit Enthusiast Chris Karnes appeared first on Move to Tacoma.

Nathan Bowling is a teacher at Lincoln High School on Tacoma’s East Side and was born and raised in Tacoma. He has lived in different neighborhoods all over Tacoma. This year, he was honored as Washington’s Teacher of the Year and as a finalist for National Teacher of The Year had the opportunity to meet... The post Nate Bowling: WA State Teacher of the Year Talks Teaching, Policing, & Educating the Next Generation of Tacomans appeared first on Move to Tacoma.

Carla Santorno is the beloved Superintendent of Tacoma Public Schools. Seven years ago she moved from Denver to Seattle to take a position as the Chief Academic Officer for Seattle Public Schools. After three years in Seattle, she came to Tacoma to lead Tacoma Public Schools as Superintendent. Carla and her husband have had four... The post Tacoma Public Schools Superintendent Carla Santorno appeared first on Move to Tacoma.

T’wina Franklin is a Director and Board Legislative Representative for the University Place School District. Nowadays T’wina has four children, but she originally moved to University Place 15 years ago with her daughter and husband when he was stationed at Fort Lewis. Through her time working with different schools in the University Place and Tacoma... The post University Place Schools, Tacoma Public Schools, and the Ladies First program with T’wina Franklin appeared first on Move to Tacoma.

Can vegetarians and vegans live and eat happily in the City of Destiny? Today’s guest Keryn Giguere is here with tips and tricks for vegetarians and vegans in Tacoma. Whether you’re interested in dining out somewhere fancy or everyday eating, One of the most challenging parts of eating vegetarian or vegan anywhere is other people’s... The post Vegetarian and Vegan Life in Tacoma with Keryn Giguere appeared first on Move to Tacoma.

We had Steph Farber in for an interview last month to talk about his family’s Jewelry Store LeRoy Jewelers that has been in Downtown Tacoma since the 1930s. Now he’s back to tell us more stories about Tacoma’s past. Our delightful and meandering conversation explores topics such as “Why is it called the Murray Morgan Bridge?”... The post How Every Tacoman is like Sisyphus- More Stories w/ Steph Farber of LeRoy Jewelers appeared first on Move to Tacoma.

Top of Tacoma bar owner JaimeKay Jones is a Tacoma legend. From opening one of Tacoma’s best bars in a business district that was hardly a destination at the time to opening one of Tacoma’s most popular restaurants, Marrow. JaimeKay Jones moved to Tacoma after an extended period of travel in 2001 and ended up... The post Open a Great Bar with Top of Tacoma’s JaimeKay Jones appeared first on Move to Tacoma.

Join us as we continue part 2 of our interview with Matt Martinez, Director of Content for KPLU 88.5FM. After moving to Tacoma’s Proctor District and taking his job at KPLU this summer Pacific Lutheran University’s leadership decided to sell off KPLU to a Seattle station on November 12th.  The sale was stopped after an outcry from the community –... The post Why Saving KPLU Matters for Tacoma with Matt Martinez Part 2 appeared first on Move to Tacoma.

Matt Martinez worked is way up the chain at NPR’s All Things Considered until he was the Senior Producer (the person who runs the show from day to day). He was happy and living the NPR dream in Washington D.C. until he came to Tacoma to visit a friend and fell in love with it.... The post Save KPLU 88.5FM with Matt Martinez Part 1 appeared first on Move to Tacoma.

How is Tacoma dealing with environmental issues as a city? Today we spoke with Tacoma City Council Member Ryan Mello (position 8). Ryan is also the executive director of the Pierce County Conservation District. PCD works with the community to improve water quality, promote sustainable agriculture, create thriving habitat, and build a just and healthy food... The post Air Quality, Potholes, and the Methanol Plant with Ryan Mello, Tacoma City Council Pos 8 appeared first on Move to Tacoma.

Spaceworks is contributing to activating empty spaces in Downtown Tacoma. Heather Joy is the Executive Director of Spaceworks. Spaceworks is an organization that matches artists and creative entrepreneurs with vacant spaces to activate Tacoma. “We work with property owners of vacant spaces that are interested in filling them and taking a chance,” says Heather. “Rather than... The post Starting a Business in Tacoma’s Empty Spaces with Heather Joy from Spaceworks appeared first on Move to Tacoma.

Thanks for tuning into our first podcast episode of 2016! When LeRoy Jewelers moved to Downtown Tacoma in the late 1930’s there were a dozen jewelry stores downtown. Now there is one. What happened? If you’ve never met Steph Farber from LeRoy Jewelers in Downtown Tacoma, you’re in for a treat. Steph’s parents founded LeRoy... The post Steph Farber: The Best of Times and the Worst of Times on Broadway appeared first on Move to Tacoma.

Young people stepping up and flexing muscles! Historic Buildings Saved! The eyes of the world on Chambers Bay! So many things to talk about with Author, Business Owner, and MetroParks Commission Erik Hanberg about what has happened this year in Tacoma. Wins! 2015 US Open held at Chambers Bay  Proposition 3 and Proposition A pass... The post 2015 Year in Review: Tacoma’s Biggest Wins and Losses appeared first on Move to Tacoma.

Bike lanes, bike boulevards, buses, and light rail! Today we’re talking with Kristina Walker, Executive Director at Downtown on the Go! Downtown on the Go! is a local nonprofit that’s purpose is to be the transportation advocate for anyone whose daily life is downtown. Kristina and her family live in Central Tacoma near 6th Ave and have one car. Today... The post Getting Around Tacoma Without a Car with Kristina Walker 005 appeared first on Move to Tacoma.