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As a UNESCO City of Literature, Seattle embraces intellectual freedom and celebrates—rather than censors—diverse voices.

Alto Moon

Seattle: Uncovered

Seattle has inspired a wide range of musicians, each in unique ways. Watch as emerging artist Alto Moon explores the Emerald City and pulls his own inspiration for his cover of Death Cab for Cutie’s iconic song “I Will Follow You Into the Dark”. This is #SeattleUncovered.

Seattle Bookmarked

Experience the city that has inspired readers and authors alike in #SeattleBookmarked. Each episode honors an excerpt from one of the many stories that have been set in Seattle.

Seattle on Three

In this series, go behind-the-scenes with some of the biggest names in Seattle sports to see what makes the Emerald City the best place to be a player and an even better place to be a fan.

What’s Good, Seattle?

From culture to food, join Phil the Culture as he talks to locals and discovers what makes Seattle… Seattle. This series was produced in partnership with Matador Network.

The Scent of a Sasquatch

A local sasquatch’s excellent sense of smell guides her on a tour of all that Seattle has to offer, from breweries and coffee roasters to shorelines, forests and wildlife, in this animated short from Drew Christie.

How I Ended Up in Seattle

Dave Grohl

LGBTQ+ SPOTLIGHT

Out in Seattle

Crowdsourced

Imagine taking a trip to a new destination without access to your phone, technology in general or even a newspaper. The only thing you have to rely on: the locals that surround you. Welcome to Crowdsourced. In this episode, Brooklyn-based comedian, writer and director Robin Cloud explores the inclusive environment of Seattle through the wide range of unique LGBTQ-driven experiences that are woven into the community. Through the advice of locals, Robin spends time at the Wildrose – the nation’s longest-standing lesbian bar, hangs with a queer rugby team, takes a behind-the-scenes look at the nationally famed burlesque duo Kitten N’ Lou, and more. #SeattleMadeMeDoIt

Two friends dive into Seattle’s theater scene—and the fun never stops.

I Know A Place

Talent. Costumes. Music. Performance. Join Seattle-based stage actor Nicholas Japaul Bernard as he shows his best friend Siobhan his slice of the Emerald City. Keep exploring with local recommendations for tried-and-true favorites at iknowaplace.org.

Mary Lambert & Renee Erickson

Turning Tables

Grammy nominated pop soul artist, Mary Lambert, teams up with James Beard Award winning chef, Renee Erickson, creating a gorgeous music and food pairing at Seattle’s Bar Melusine in this episode of #TurningTables. Turning Tables originally aired on REVOLT TV. Watch anytime at VISITSEATTLE.tv. Renee EricksonSea Creatures, Bon Appétit, Food & Wine, Instagram Mary LambertWebsite, Facebook, Instagram, Twitter, YouTube
David Neth is a long-time Seattle resident who holds the distinction of being one of the original organizers of Seattle’s first Pride in 1974. In this episode, we go ‘behind-the-image’ of Seattle’s first Pride celebration and hear how, with limited resources and support, David helped begin the movement that has grown to the fourth largest Pride Parade in the country. Where others see hate, #weSEAlove. Join us in shifting our country’s narrative one image and one story at a time. Discover more moments at weSEAlove.com and follow along at @weSEAlove on Instagram.
The city of Seattle is unique in that all their professional sports teams have publicly come out in support of the LGBTQ community through an initiative, “Equality is a Team Sport.” In this episode, we go ‘behind-the-image’ of Seattle Sounders FC’s 2017 Pride Match with Stefan Frei, vice-captain and goalie for Seattle’s MLS franchise.  He, and the team, are outspoken allies for the LGBTQ community. This year’s Sounders FC Pride match is June 29 and the team will trade in their regular jerseys for rainbow ones to show their support with all Matchday elements centered around Pride.  Where others see hate, #weSEAlove. Join us in shifting our country’s narrative one image and one story at a time. Discover more moments at weSEAlove.com and follow along at @weSEAlove on Instagram.
Although she lived in many places around the world, Lonness never truly felt she was home until she landed in Seattle. Born as intersex, she has become a vocal advocate for the trans community around the city. In this episode, we go behind-the-image of the “fairy godmother of Seattle” to understand why she has made it her mission to help others along on their journeys. Where others see hate, #weSEAlove. Join us in shifting our country’s narrative one image and one story at a time. Discover more moments at weSEAlove.com and follow along at @weSEAlove on Instagram.
Vlada’s life changed forever when her youngest child came out to her as transgender at the age of four. In this episode, we go behind-the-image of her family marching together during Seattle’s Transgender Pride Parade in support of their daughter/sister. Here, she shares her story of why she’s so glad to have Seattle’s supportive community surrounding her family and how this entire journey has given her newfound strength. Where others see hate, #weSEAlove. Join us in shifting our country’s narrative one image and one story at a time. Discover more moments at weSEAlove.com and follow along at @weSEAlove on Instagram.
In 2014, Zac and Sam were living in Minnesota when they won an all-expenses-paid wedding through Visit Seattle’s #MarryMeInSeattle sweepstakes. Never even having visited the state of Washington, they took the leap and embraced the opportunity with open arms. In this episode, we go behind-the-image of their wedding day. The city made them feel so welcome, and was so affirming of their love for each other, that after they said “I do,” they knew they had found their new home and made the move out west. Where others see hate, #weSEAlove. Join us in shifting our country’s narrative one image and one story at a time. Discover more moments at weSEAlove.com and follow along at @weSEAlove on Instagram.
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Out in Seattle

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Two friends dive into Seattle’s theater scene—and the fun never stops.

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Mary Lambert & Renee Erickson

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David Neth

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Stefan Frei

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Lonness Valenna

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Vlada Knowlton

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Zac & Sam

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