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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Tuesday Evening Headlines
Gov. Ferguson gives State of the State address, lawmakers want to regulate AI companions, and the Varsity Theater is closing.
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Tax the wealthy? New session, big questions for WA lawmakers
The 2026 legislative session kicked off this week in Olympia. State lawmakers have a lot to figure out – especially the budget that’s still underwater. One idea that's getting floated is an income tax on millionaires. Paul Queary is here to explain what lawmakers are getting up to. He’s editor and publisher of the Washington Observer.
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Friday Evening Headlines
Oregon officials condemn Border Patrol shooting in Portland, lawmakers consider new restrictions on automated license plate readers in WA, and star QB Demond Williams Jr. will remain at UW after all.
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Thursday Evening Headlines
Federal agents shoot two people in Portland, Mayor Katie Wilson supports a capital gains tax, and Microsoft denies reports of mass layoffs.
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Want to buy an old ferry? Serious inquiries only
Washington State Ferries is having a tough time selling two decommissioned boats that have been on the market for more than four years. Washington’s current fleet is aging. As more ferries are retired, finding the right owner presents a major challenge. Journalist Tom Banse wrote about this conundrum for the Washington State Standard.
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Wednesday Evening Headlines
State Dems want to make it easier to redraw Congressional maps, WA officials issue correction over pollution prevention, and UW remembers goalkeeper Mia Hamant.
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Tuesday Evening Headlines
WA continues to recommend childhood vaccines despite federal guidance, flu activity is high in WA, and Sen. Patty Murray reflects on the January 6th riot.
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Are we on the cusp of a golden era in Seattle sports?
First the Mariners come within a game of reaching their first World Series. Now, the Seattle Seahawks are the top seed in the National Football Conference (NFC) and favored to win their second ever Super Bowl. But are Seattle sports fans getting their hopes up only to have them dashed by yet another decade of heartache and disappointment?
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Will the Seahawks soar to the Super Bowl?
The Seahawks are in prime position to make a Super Bowl run. They've earned the number one seed in the NFC and homefield advantage throughout the playoffs. Jerry Brewer is here to help us understand how the Seahawks got here and what comes next. He’s a senior columnist for The Athletic.
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Wednesday Evening Headlines
Conservative campaign has two ballot initiatives planned for 2026, Metro bus and light rail trips are free on NYE, and WA gets millions for rural healthcare.