Hacks & Wonks is a show hosted by political consultant Crystal Fincher, who talks with Policy Wonks and Political Hacks to gather insight into local politics and policy in Washington state through the lens of those doing the work, with behind-the-scenes perspectives on what's happening, why it's happening and what you can do about it.
Hacks & Wonks
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Hacks & Wonks is a show hosted by political consultant Crystal Fincher, who talks with Policy Wonks and Political Hacks to gather insight into local politics and policy in Washington state through the lens of those doing the work, with behind-the-scenes perspectives on what's happening, why it's happening and what you can do about it.
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Recent Episodes
June 3, 2026
Jaelynn Scott Seeks Open State House Seat in Seattle's 37th District
<p dir="ltr">Jaelynn Scott is running for the 37th District House and shares her priorities, including progressive revenue, social housing, care-based public safety, and sanctuary protections for immigrants and LGBTQ communities.</p> <p dir="ltr">As always, a full text transcript of the show is available at <a href= "http://officialhacksandwonks.com/">officialhacksandwonks.com</a>.</p> <p>Follow us on Bluesky at <a href= "https://bsky.app/profile/hacksandwonks.bsky.social">@HacksAndWonks</a>. Find the host, Crystal Fincher, on Bluesky at <a href= "https://bsky.app/profile/finchfrii.bsky.social">@finchfrii</a> and find Jaelynn Scott at <a href= "https://www.votejaelynn.com/">https://www.votejaelynn.com/</a>.</p>
May 22, 2026
Week in Review: May 22, 2026 - with Robert Cruickshank
Crystal Fincher and Robert Cruickshank review Seattle's business lobbying, LGBTQ refugee support, Sound Transit cuts, and NIMBY drama in this interview.
May 19, 2026
Hannah Sabio-Howell Challenges Senate Majority Leader Pedersen in Seattle's Most Progressive District
Host Crystal Fincher interviews labor organizer Hannah Sabio-Howell about her progressive challenge to Senate Majority Leader Jamie Pedersen in Seattle's 43rd Legislative District.
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