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June 16, 2026

What Do Starbucks Employees Think of Mayor Wilson? Plus, Summer Asian ArtsFest Starts Today

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What Do Starbucks Employees Think of Mayor Wilson? Plus, Summer Asian ArtsFest Starts Today

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Today on the podcast, host Jane C. Hu is joined by performer and producer Matt Dela Cruz from Pork Filled Productions to talk about Summer Asian ArtsFest. They talk through what Seattle can expect from the festival, how the organization is looking to build community, and the challenges of being an Asian artist in Seattle right now. After that, Jane is joined by contributor Hannah Krieg and producer Liam Billingham to talk about Katie Wilson’s Blueberry Latte-gate and how being a mayor is different from being a candidate. Finally, the trio talk about the good news they’ve been hearing from all over town. 

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Washington State Fair

Seattle Art Museum

Argosy Cruises

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