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EPISODE · Sep 11, 2026 · 34 MIN

SPS Budget Realities and Students Using AI. Plus, Do Bite of Seattle Texts Vindicate Mayor Wilson?

from City Cast Seattle · host City Cast

With school (almost not) back in session, Brett is joined by Seattle Times Reporter Claire Bryan to discuss the school year that almost wasn’t, whether or not SPS is really broke, and with other cities severely limiting AI or outright restricting AI, what is Seattle Public Schools’ plan? Joining Claire and Brett is PubliCola’s Erica C. Barnett, who also breaks down her story about the botched communications that occurred in the hours after the Bite of Seattle shooting, and how recently released Teams messages and texts shed light on delays by SPD. Finally, Brett is joined by producers Ashley and Liam to discuss his pet theory: sassy squirrel season is upon us. You can’t possibly miss that, but it’s only available to neighbors, so join now.  Learn more about the sponsors of this September 11th episode: Clipper Vacations Grand Central Bakery Want to get in touch? Follow us @CityCastSeattle on Instagram, or email us at [email protected]. You can also call or text us at 206-880-3931. For more Seattle news, make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter, City Cast Seattle. Support City Cast Seattle by becoming a member: membership.citycast.fm/seattle Looking to advertise on City Cast Seattle? Check out our options for podcast and newsletter ads at citycast.fm/advertise.

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