Recess Shrinking, Macklemore Dropped, and WA's Trees Are Under Attack. Plus, Mayor Wilson's Gun Violence Plan
Summary
Host Jane C. Hu and guests Brett Hamill and Eula Scott-Bain discuss Seattle Public Schools' new teacher contract, concerns over AI in classrooms, and the impact of shortened recess periods on students. The midweek medley covers Mayor Wilson's gun violence reduction plan, Macklemore's removal from Ed Sheeran's tour, and the "Seattle Avengers" protesting city surveillance cameras. The episode concludes with Daria Goshhtila from the Department of Natural Resources explaining the recent discovery of the emerald ash borer in Washington and its potential threat to local ecosystems.
Topics discussed
Washington State Fair 2026 preview and ticket info
Show intro: Emerald Ash Borer and gun violence headlines
Guest introductions and back-to-school feelings
Seattle Public Schools contract and teacher pay
Parent concerns: AI in schools and screen time
Classroom realities and new instructional schedules
Recess, lunch periods, and the value of boredom
The difficulty of classroom management and teaching
Transition to midweek medley headlines
Mayor Wilson's gun violence and shelter plans
Macklemore dropped from Ed Sheeran tour for Palestine support
Seattle Avengers protest surveillance and Doctor Doom
Transition to Emerald Ash Borer segment
What is the Emerald Ash Borer and how it kills trees
Ecological impact of losing ash trees in Washington
Urban ash trees and their role in city infrastructure
Prevention strategies: firewood and planting advice
How to identify Emerald Ash Borer infestations
Closing remarks and listener contact info
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