What’s Missing From the Conversation About Youth Violence? Plus, Orcas in the Ballard Locks and Meteor Showers in the Sky

Today on the podcast, fill-in host Marcus Harrison Green is joined by William Hairston, the Director of Impact Programs at Center for Children & Youth Justice, to discuss what it really means to talk about gang violence in Seattle, what programs exist to interrupt youth violence, and what is missing from the conversation about recent shootings. Then Marcus is joined by contributor Brett Hamil and producer Sam J. Leeds to talk about the media’s role in shaping Seattle’s public safety narrative. And finally, Brett, Sam and Marcus discuss orca sightings at the Ballard Locks, tips on seeing the Perseid meteor shower and updates on programs for people impacted by the fires in Washington.  Want to get in touch? Follow us @CityCastSeattle on Instagram, or email us at [email protected]. You can also call or text us at 206-880-3931. For more Seattle news, make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter, City Cast Seattle. Support City Cast Seattle by becoming a member: membership.citycast.fm/seattle Looking to advertise on City Cast Seattle? Check out our options for podcast and newsletter ads at citycast.fm/advertise.