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EPISODE · Dec 9, 2025 · 32 MIN

Washington’s Austerity Budget, Hell Is a CVS Pharmacy, and Building Your Go Bag

from City Cast Seattle · host City Cast

Today on City Cast Seattle, we dig into the upcoming ‘cuts-only’ budget from Governor Ferguson and the WA democrats proposing a state-wide payroll tax instead. Contributor Hannah Krieg explains what’s up with the austerity and the possible legislation providing alternatives. Plus, producer Liam rants about the experience of having to press a button to buy basics like shampoo in stores and helps Jane get through her block on building an emergency go bag.  For the City of Seattle emergency preparedness list, visit their website: https://www.seattle.gov/emergency-management/prepare/prepare-yourself#buildingakit  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. Learn more about the sponsors of this December 9th episode Aura Frames - Get $35 off the Carver Mat frame with Promo Code CITYCAST AT&T Argosy Cruises Visit Bainbridge Island Seattle Cider Company Looking to advertise on City Cast Seattle? Check out our options for podcast and newsletter ads at citycast.fm/advertise.

Today on City Cast Seattle, we dig into the upcoming ‘cuts-only’ budget from Governor Ferguson and the WA democrats proposing a state-wide payroll tax instead. Contributor Hannah Krieg explains what’s up with the austerity and the possible legislation providing alternatives. Plus, producer Liam rants about the experience of having to press a button to buy basics like shampoo in stores and helps Jane get through her block on building an emergency go bag.  For the City of Seattle emergency preparedness list, visit their website: https://www.seattle.gov/emergency-management/prepare/prepare-yourself#buildingakit  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. Learn more about the sponsors of this December 9th episode Aura Frames - Get $35 off the Carver Mat frame with Promo Code CITYCAST AT&T Argosy Cruises Visit Bainbridge Island Seattle Cider Company Looking to advertise on City Cast Seattle? Check out our options for podcast and newsletter ads at citycast.fm/advertise.

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