In this special episode, we sit down with Bruce Harrell, the 57th and current Mayor of Seattle. Beyond the office, who is the man leading our city? Join us as we pull back the curtain to learn more about his story, his motivations, and what truly makes him tick. This is Bruce Harrell: the person, not just the politician. Tune in, get inspired, and discover a new perspective on Seattle’s leader.

In this episode Jonathan Sposato sits down with Javier Saade; Saade is a recent Seattle transplant and a seasoned leader committed to making a meaningful impact on the city’s economic and entrepreneurial landscape. From founding companies to shaping innovation policy in the Obama administration, Javier has built a career guiding impact-driven ventures while serving on multiple boards and as an Executive Fellow at Harvard Business School. Now, he’s turning his focus to the Pacific Northwest: sharing why he believes the city holds untapped potential for innovation, leadership, and the future of impact investing.

Adam Miller, vice president for admissions and financial aid at Whitman College, is pulling back the curtain to give us an exclusive look at how college admissions really work. In this episode, he brings fresh insight and energy to the conversation, sharing how parents can best support their child’s college journey, what makes a standout application essay, and why now is an especially promising time to apply. We dive into the current state of college admissions, from the decline in high school graduates to the drop in applications, and how these shifts are leading to more opportunities for students as acceptance rates rise.