Andy Hurst
Senior Producer, Seattle Now
About
Andy Hurst is a senior producer for Seattle Now, KUOW's daily news podcast. He produces in-depth interviews for the show, in addition to Seattle Now's evening episode, which highlights the top stories of the day from the KUOW newsroom. Andy has produced interviews on a wide array of topics, and he’s especially drawn to stories about public health, science, and arts & culture.
Andy has worked in public radio for more than 20 years. He was a producer for KUOW’s The Record, Weekday, and The Conversation. He was previously a member of the on-air team at KUOW, hosting middays and other dayparts.
He started his journalism career as the local host and producer for Weekend Edition at Northwest Public Broadcasting in Pullman, Washington. He’s a graduate of the Edward R. Murrow College of Communication at Washington State University.
Location: Seattle
Languages Spoken: English
Pronouns: he/him
Professional Affiliations: 2017 Kiplinger Fellow, Ohio State University
Podcasts
Stories
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Thursday Evening Headlines
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Wednesday Evening Headlines
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Tuesday Evening Headlines
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Monday Evening Headlines
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Wednesday Evening Headlines
Alki Beach and Golden Gardens to close early this summer, Amazon shareholders reject climate proposals, and Caitlin Clark takes on the Storm. It’s our daily roundup of top stories from the KUOW newsroom, with host Patricia Murphy.
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Tuesday Evening Headlines
Seattle Police Captain sues Chief Diaz, wildfire season could be bad in Western WA, and Bumbershoot unveils lineup. It’s our daily roundup of top stories from the KUOW newsroom, with host Patricia Murphy.
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More people are dying on WA roads
If you’re hitting the road for Memorial Day weekend, buckle up and stay alert. Last year, 810 people died on roads in Washington State, the highest number of traffic fatalities since 1990. Seattle Times transportation reporter Nick Deshais explains what we know about the increase and what solutions are in the works.
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Monday Evening Headlines
Protest encampment comes down on UW campus, Samish Indian Nation opens new affordable housing project, and Bruce Nordstrom dies at age 90. It’s our daily roundup of top stories from the KUOW newsroom, with host Patricia Murphy.
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Friday Evening Headlines
UW and protestors reach agreement, Pagliacci drivers file class action lawsuit, and the Wing Luke opens a new exhibit about confronting hate. It’s our daily roundup of top stories from the KUOW newsroom, with host Paige Browning.
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Thursday Evening Headlines
Murder trial begins for Auburn cop, a Seattle woman's $250,000 cello is stolen from her home, and Marymoor announces its summer concert lineup. It’s our daily roundup of top stories from the KUOW newsroom, with host Paige Browning.