Uniquely Issaquah

Uniquely Issaquah

Podcasts about the people, places and things that makes Issaquah unique.

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September 30, 2025 32 mins

In this episode of Uniquely Issaquah, we celebrate the 35th anniversary of the Mountains to Sound Greenway Trust. What began with a five-day hike organized by the Issaquah Alps Trail Club from Snoqualmie Pass to the Seattle waterfront has grown into a 1.5-million-acre landscape of trails, restored creeks & rivers, and thriving forests. Discover inspiring projects, the power of community volunteers, and the vision for the next 3...

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In this episode of Uniquely Issaquah, Mayor Mary Lou Pauly sits down with Robin Kelley a beloved community leader whose legacy spans more than two decades of guiding Salmon Days, advancing environmental education at the Salmon Hatchery, and building global connections through Issaquah’s Sister Cities Commission. Robin’s story is one of lasting dedication and impact on the Issaquah community.

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In this very special 25th episode of the Uniquely Issaquah Podcast, host Issaquah Mayor, Mary Lou Pauly leads a heartwarming conversation with Bernard Garbusjuk, Owner of Boehm’s Candies, and longtime employee and company historian Mindi Reid.

Step inside one of Issaquah’s most iconic landmarks as we explore: The rich history of Boehm’s Candies and its founder, Julius Boehm - Bernard’s journey from apprentice to owner, carrying on ...

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In this episode of Uniquely Issaquah, Mayor Mary Lou Pauly sits down with the incredibly creative Rudy Willingham—artist, DJ, and viral content creator! Known for his eye-catching paper cutouts and playful public art, Rudy brings his unique perspective on creativity, community, and the power of art in unexpected places.

Join us as we explore his journey, his inspirations, and how his work connects people in Issaquah and beyond. 

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In this episode of the Uniquely Issaquah Podcast, Mayor Pauly sits down with Danny Bohm, Co-Owner of Formula Brewing, to talk about the journey behind Issaquah's only brewery.

Danny shares insights into Formula Brewing's early days, the meaning of community in their success, and the excitement of earning prestigious national and international awards. Learn about the creativity and thought process behind naming their beers, the brew...

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Join us as three generations of the Rowley family share their inspiring journey of saving, supporting, and nurturing the Issaquah Salmon Hatchery. Hear their stories of dedication, the impact they've made, and their vision for the future of this vital community resource.

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From thought-provoking documentaries to heartwarming dramas, there's something for everyone at the Issaquah Film Festival. Join us and hear from the organizers: Henry Shriber, Beckett Hobbs, and Logan Sarzalejo. These three inspiring young filmmakers, who grew up making films in Issaquah, will share why it is so important for them to return home to present this amazing festival.

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On this episode host Mayor Pauly sits down with City of Issaquah's Economic Coordinator Farel Otieno and Suitability Manager Stacy Vynne McKinstry to discuss the City of Issaquah's Clean Building Program.

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Snoqualmie Tribe Councilmembers Suzanne Sailto and Jolene Williams sat down with Mayor Mary Lou Pauly to discuss the Ancestral Lands Movement, collaborations between the Snoqualmie Tribe and the City of Issaquah, the Tribe's rich history and what they have planned for the future.

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Issaquah Mayor Mary Lou Pauly sits down with Village Theatre's Managing Director Laura Lee to discuss everything Village Theatre. The current season, the process of developing the plays and musicals for each season and all that goes into creating the magic that is Village Theatre. 

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Mayor Pauly sits down with a founding member of the Issaquah Sister City Commission Mohamed Belali to discuss their recent trip to Issaquah's sister city Chefchaouen, Morocco and the devastation of the recent earthquake in Morocco's Marrakesh–Safi region.

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On this episode of Uniquely Issaquah Mayor Mary Lou Pauly sits down with the 2023 Issaquah Hall of Fame inductee Ken Konigsmark to discuss his long time service to the Issaquah community.

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Mayor Pauly sits down with Kaylee Jaech, the Executive Director of the Garage, a Teen Café to discuss all things Garage. The Garage is a non-profit drop-in space exclusively for high school teens. It is a safe space for teens to come hang out with friends, grab a coffee and a snack​, ​play ​a game, play music, watch TV, talk over homework, meet with a counselor, and much more! 

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On this episode of Uniquely Issaquah Chief Ben Lane sits down with Issaquah Mayor Mary Lou Pauly to discuss his new role as Chief of Eastside Fire and Rescue.

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Issaquah Mayor, Mary Lou Pauly sits down with co-owner of Issaquah's Fortunato Chocolate to hear the unique story on how this family of entrepreneurs became chocolate maker's using one of the worlds rarest cocoa beans.

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Issaquah's Mayor Mary Lou Pauly sits down with Issaquah's new Police Chief Paula Schwan to discuss her promotion, priorities as chief and what makes policing in Issaquah both unique and rewarding.

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On tis edition of Uniquely Issaquah host Tim Smith sits down with Peter Walters the City of Issaquah's first Park Ranger to learn more about this unique position with the city.

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On this episode Erica Maniez, Museum Director for the Issaquah History Museums stopped to tell the story of the first women to be mayor of Issaquah Stella Alexander.

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Host Tim Smith sits down with filmmaker/producer Nils Cowan and David St. John, environmental affairs officer for King County to discuss the new documentary "Spawning Grounds" and the plight of the Lake Sammamish Kokanee. To see upcoming viewing dates fro "Spawning Grounds" go to https://www.spawninggroundsfilm.org

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January 16, 2020 45 mins

Local Issaquah resident Roger Ulrich sits down and discusses his amazing 35 million year old discovery while building his new house in Issaquah.

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