KCTS 9 Connects
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KCTS 9 Connects
Weekly exploration of news, politics and culture in the Pacific Northwest.
Episodes
November 9, 2012 8:00 pm
2012 Election Followup - November 9, 2012
We discuss the winners, losers, and the impact of the 2012 election.EpisodeNovember 5, 2012 8:00 pm
2012 Election Eve Special
We hear the final arguments from the candidates for Governor and the 1st Congressional District along with proponents and opponents of the statewide ballot measures.EpisodeNovember 2, 2012 7:00 pm
November 2012 Poll Results - November 2, 2012
Pollster Matt Barreto joins us to discuss the latest results of the KCTS 9 Washington Poll.EpisodeOctober 26, 2012 7:00 pm
Race for the First - October 26, 2012
We look at the hotly contested race for the 1st Congressional District between Republican John Koster and Democrat Suzan DelBene.EpisodeOctober 19, 2012 7:00 pm
Washington Poll Results - October 19, 2012
We release the results of our exclusive KCTS 9 Washington Poll.EpisodeOctober 5, 2012 7:00 pm
Gubernatorial Debate Recap - October 5, 2012
A re-cap of the Gubernatorial debate between Democrat Jay Inslee and Republican Rob McKenna at the Yakima Convention Center.EpisodeSeptember 28, 2012 7:00 pm
The Latino Vote - September 28, 2012
Political Scientist Matt Barreto gives insights into the Latino vote as we head into the final stretch of the 2012 election.EpisodeSeptember 21, 2012 7:00 pm
State Supreme Court Position 9 - September 21, 2012
We feature a debate between the candidates for Position 9, the only open seat on the Washington state Supreme Court.EpisodeSeptember 14, 2012 7:00 pm
New Arena Deal - September 14, 2012
We break down the new arena deal reached by Seattle City Council negotiators and investor Chris Hansen. Seattle City Council President Sally Clark joins us to discuss the negotiations.EpisodeSeptember 7, 2012 7:00 pm
The Presidents' Club - September 7, 2012
Time magazine-writers Nancy Gibbs and Michael Duffy take us inside the Presidents' Club.EpisodeAugust 10, 2012 7:00 pm
Sikh Temple Shooting - August 10, 2012
We discuss violence against Sikhs in the aftermath of the Sikh temple shooting in Wisconsin.EpisodeAugust 3, 2012 7:00 pm
2012 Primary Elections - August 3, 2012
We take an in-depth look at some of the major state races, including the 1st Congressional District, Secretary of State, and Washington State Supreme Court.EpisodeJuly 27, 2012 7:00 pm
Seattle School Superintendent José Banda - July 27, 2012
Newsmaker interview with new Seattle School District Superintendent Jose Banda. EpisodeJuly 20, 2012 7:00 pm
First Congressional District - July 20, 2012
A discussion of the candidates in the running for the Washington State First Congressional District seat.EpisodeJuly 13, 2012 7:00 pm
Paula Kerger - July 13, 2012
PBS President and CEO Paula Kerger joins us for a newsmaker interview about the present and future of public television.EpisodeJune 29, 2012 7:00 pm
Supreme Court Decisions - June 29, 2012
We weigh in on how the Supreme Court's healthcare and corporate campaign rulings will affect Washington state and the race for Governor.EpisodeJune 22, 2012 7:00 pm
New Arena Proposal - June 22, 2012
We talk with hedge fund manager Chris Hanson and sportswriter Frank Deford on the proposed new arena to bring the NBA and NHL to Seattle.EpisodeJune 15, 2012 7:00 pm
First 2012 Washington Gubernatorial Debate - June 15, 2012
Highlights of the first televised gubernatorial debate between Democrat Jay Inslee and Republican Rob McKenna.EpisodeJune 8, 2012 7:00 pm
Wisconsin Recall Election - June 8, 2012
We discuss the Wisconsin Recall election and what the outcome means to the Presidential race and the Washington state connection. UW Election Eye reporters were on the ground and share their perspective with us.EpisodeJune 1, 2012 7:00 pm
Gun Violence Hits Seattle - June 1, 2012
Recent shootings in Seattle have rattled the city's nerves. Councilman and Public Safety Committee chair Bruce Harrell says we need changes in gun laws.EpisodeMay 25, 2012 7:00 pm
Remembering Henry Jackson - May 25, 2012
Look back at the life and times of the late United States Senator Henry M. "Scoop" Jackson, as we mark his 100th birthday.EpisodeMay 18, 2012 7:00 pm
Bill Bradley - May 18, 2012
We talk with former U.S. Senator and presidential candidate Bill Bradley.EpisodeMay 11, 2012 7:00 pm
Seattle Police Chief John Diaz - May 11, 2012
We talk with Seattle Police Chief John Diaz about the arrests related to the May Day violence.EpisodeApril 27, 2012 7:00 pm
Jim Lehrer Inside Presidential Debates - April 27, 2012
PBS Newshour anchor and author Jim Lehrer goes behind the scenes of televised Presidential debates. We get his insights on the high stakes involved in the debates for the candidates and the moderator.EpisodeApril 20, 2012 7:00 pm
Dave Reichert - April 20, 2012
Washington Congressman Dave Reichert joins us to discuss redistricting and how it has changed the make-up of his Eighth Congressional District.EpisodeApril 6, 2012 7:00 pm
Seattle Police Reform - April 6, 2012
Seattle Mayor McGinn talks about SPD 20/20, a sweeping package of reform proposals for the Seattle Police Department.EpisodeMarch 30, 2012 7:00 pm
Trayvon Martin's Killing and 'The Talk' - March 30, 2012
We discuss the controversial shooting death of Trayvon Martin and The Talk. Seattle Times editorial writer Lynne Varner explains what it is and why she is having that conversation with her own son.EpisodeMarch 23, 2012 7:00 pm
Inslee's Run for Governor - March 23, 2012
Democrat Jay Inslee discusses his decision to leave Congress to focus full-time on his bid to be Washington state's next Governor.EpisodeMarch 16, 2012 7:00 pm
Immigration Debate - March 16, 2012
We talk with Jose Antonio Vargas on how he hopes to shine a light on undocumented immigrants like him pushing for passage of the DREAM Act.EpisodeMarch 9, 2012 8:00 pm
Jeffrey Clements - March 9, 2012
We talk with attorney Jeffrey Clements, author of "Corporations Are Not People"EpisodeMarch 2, 2012 8:00 pm
Washington State Republican Caucuses - March 2, 2012
Insight on the importance of the state caucuses from the faculty and students of the University of Washington's "Election Eye Project"EpisodeFebruary 24, 2012 8:00 pm
Adam Smith - February 24, 2012
Washington Congressman Adam Smith talks about redistricting and the geographic and demographic shift it has brought to his 9th District, now the state's first majority-minority congressional district.EpisodeFebruary 17, 2012 8:00 pm
Jimmy Carter - February 17, 2012
Excerpts from Jimmy Carter's keynote address at the 60th anniversary of Seattle's World Affairs Council.EpisodeFebruary 10, 2012 8:00 pm
Wael Ghonim - February 10, 2012
We talk with internet activist Wael Ghomin, whose Facebook campaign helped launch Egypt's peoples revolution.EpisodeJanuary 27, 2012 8:00 pm
Prescription Drug Abuse - January 27, 2012
We examine prescription drug abuse in Washington state, and concerns about a new state law aimed to resolve the problem. EpisodeJanuary 20, 2012 8:00 pm
Washington Same-Sex Marriage Bill Debate - January 20, 2012
A debate between Pastor Joe Fuiten, Cedar Park Church, and State Rep. Laurie Jinkins.EpisodeJanuary 13, 2012 8:00 pm
Joe Zarelli and Ed Murray - January 13, 2012
State lawmakers face a billion-dollar-plus revenue shortfall, as well as proposals from the Governor supporting a sales tax increase, education reforms, and same-sex marriage.EpisodeJanuary 10, 2012 1:00 pm
State of the State Address: Special Report - January 10, 2012
Live coverage of the 2012 State of the State address by Governor Christine Gregoire, with pre-and-post-speech discussion and analysis.EpisodeJanuary 6, 2012 8:00 pm
Gregoire Interview - January 6, 2012
Governor Christine Gregoire joins us in the studio to discuss the upcoming legislative session, her expectations, and more.EpisodeDecember 16, 2011 8:00 pm
Toxic Smoke from Wood Burning Stoves - December 16, 2011
Toxic smoke from wood burning stoves is one of the worst sources of pollution in South Seattle and Tacoma.EpisodeDecember 9, 2011 8:00 pm
Legalizing Marijuana - December 9, 2011
Initiative 502 would legalize, regulate, and tax marijuana in Washington state. In this episode, we examine the initiative and its chances of passage by Washington voters in 2012.EpisodeDecember 2, 2011 8:00 pm
2011 Legislative Special Session - December 2, 2011
We discuss the Special Session of the legislature. How will state lawmakers cover the two billion dollars budget hole? Will there be support for the Governor's proposal for a half-percent sales tax increase to be put before the voters?EpisodeNovember 18, 2011 8:00 pm
Judge Steven Gonzalez - November 18, 2011
We interview Judge Steven Gonzalez, newly appointed to the state Supreme Court.EpisodeNovember 11, 2011 8:00 pm
Higher Education Budget Cuts - November 11, 2011
We interview Washington State University president Elson Floyd about proposed cuts in funding to higher education.EpisodeNovember 4, 2011 7:00 pm
McKenna Interview - November 4, 2011
Rob McKenna joins us for a newsmaker interview about his campaign for Governor.EpisodeOctober 28, 2011 7:00 pm
2011 Election Edition - October 28, 2011
Our Insiders Roundtable analyzes the statewide initiatives, local tax measures, and races on this 2011 Election Edition.EpisodeOctober 21, 2011 7:00 pm
Inslee Interview - October 21, 2011
Washington Congressman Jay Inslee joins Enrique Cerna for a newsmaker interview about his run for Governor. What does he see as major issues facing the state and what would he do if elected?EpisodeOctober 14, 2011 7:00 pm
Initiative 1125 - October 14, 2011
Tim Eyman faces off against former Transportation Secretary Doug MacDonald in a debate on Initiative 1125 and the use of toll money for transportation projects.EpisodeAugust 26, 2011 7:00 pm
Frankenfish - August 26, 2011
The FDA might approve genetically-engineered salmon for human consumption, while researchers in Canada develop genetically-engineered pigs. Is this food safe to eat?EpisodeAugust 19, 2011 7:00 pm
Viaduct Vote - August 19, 2011
Seattle voters say yes to the deep bore tunnel to replace the Alaskan Way Viaduct.EpisodeAugust 12, 2011 7:00 pm
Food Safety - August 12, 2011
Nearly 20 years after the Jack-in-the-Box E. coli outbreak, what have we learned from one of the worst food poisoning cases in U.S. history? How safe is the food we eat?EpisodeAugust 5, 2011 7:00 pm
ALS Help - August 5, 2011
Engineering students in Vancouver, BC develop new inventions and technology to help make life easier for people with ALS, better known as Lou Gehrig's Disease.EpisodeJuly 29, 2011 7:00 pm
Head of the Class - July 29, 2011
How will new University of Washington president Michael Young guide the school in an era of budget cuts and increasing tuition rates?EpisodeJuly 22, 2011 7:00 pm
Afghanistan Redux - July 22, 2011
We profile a U.S. Defense Department program for treating Post Traumatic Stress Disorder using virtual reality.EpisodeJuly 15, 2011 7:00 pm
The IF Project - July 15, 2011
We profile a unique rehabilitation program at our state's prison for women.EpisodeJuly 8, 2011 7:00 pm
Vacation Aversion - July 8, 2011
Americans take less vacation time compared to most other developed nations, and its hurting our health. EpisodeJuly 1, 2011 7:00 pm
From Stable to Table - July 1, 2011
A look into the disturbing fate of retired racing horses, and the people who try to save them.EpisodeJune 24, 2011 7:00 pm
A Fight for Gay Rights in Seattle - June 24, 2011
Ten years after the Stonewall Riots sparked the gay rights movement, a conservative backlash hit Seattle in the form of Initiative 13.EpisodeJune 17, 2011 7:00 pm
Breathing Uneasy: The Air Pollution Crisis in South Seattle - June 17, 2011
Examining the fallout of truck emissions in south Seattle.EpisodeJune 10, 2011 7:00 pm
Cop Cameras - June 10, 2011
A look at body cameras as a way to ensure accountability of police officers who use deadly force.EpisodeJune 3, 2011 7:00 pm
Legislative Session in Review - June 3, 2011
Which bills state lawmakers passed and which ones they didn’t in the 2011 regular and special session.EpisodeMay 27, 2011 7:00 pm
Gates Foundation Opening - May 27, 2011
The Gates Foundation opens its new campus at Seattle Center.EpisodeMay 20, 2011 7:00 pm
Journalist Dorothy Parvaz Released - May 20, 2011
Former Seattle P-I journalist Dorothy Parvaz is released by Iranian authorities.EpisodeMay 13, 2011 7:00 pm
Seattle's Civil Rights Struggle - May 13, 2011
Local activists who fought segregation and racism in Seattle in the 1960s.EpisodeMay 6, 2011 7:00 pm
Medical Marijuana - May 6, 2011
A look into the medical marijuana debate in Washington state.EpisodeApril 29, 2011 7:00 pm
Insiders Roundtable: New UW President – April 29, 2011
A roundtable discussion about new University of Washington President, Michael Young.EpisodeApril 22, 2011 7:00 pm
A Fight for Gay Rights in Seattle - April 22, 2011
Ten years after the Stonewall Riots sparked the gay rights movement, a conservative backlash hit Seattle in the form of Initiative 13.EpisodeApril 15, 2011 7:00 pm
Transition of Coal Power to Natural Gas - April 15, 2011
By 2025, the TransAlta plant in Centralia, Washington will be completely converted from coal to natural gas.EpisodeApril 8, 2011 7:00 pm
Higher Education Cuts - April 8, 2011
Balancing a $5 billion deficit in Washington state will be costly for higher education.EpisodeApril 1, 2011 7:00 pm
Radiation Danger - April 1, 2011
Experts from the University of Washington have traced radiation from Japan here in Washington. What really is the danger? EpisodeMarch 25, 2011 7:00 pm
David Brooks: The Social Animal - March 25, 2011
New York Times columnist David Brooks explores the deeper, root causes of how people think, feel and act.EpisodeMarch 18, 2011 7:00 pm
Japan Earthquake - March 18, 2011
How the Japan quake will impact the Northwest, and how Northwest disaster teams are responding to help quake victims.EpisodeMarch 11, 2011 8:00 pm
Protecting Our Seniors - March 11, 2011
Debating the merits of two proposed Washington state laws to regulate long term care for seniors.EpisodeMarch 4, 2011 8:00 pm
PBS Cuts - March 4, 2011
We examine the possible ramifications on early childhood learning if programs such as "Sesame Street" are no longer available.EpisodeFebruary 25, 2011 8:00 pm
Measuring Happiness in Seattle - February 25, 2011
Victoria, BC measures its "happiness" to help create public policy. Is Seattle next?EpisodeFebruary 18, 2011 8:00 pm
From Stable to Table - February 18, 2011
A look into the disturbing fate of retired racing horses, and the people who try to save them.EpisodeFebruary 11, 2011 8:00 pm
My Olympia! - February 11, 2011
KCTS 9 Connects launches a new initiative – My Olympia! – helping our viewers engage with lawmakers and the Governor.EpisodeFebruary 4, 2011 8:00 pm
Gangs and Guns in Washington state - February 4, 2011
The proliferation of gangs, guns and violence in Washington state.EpisodeJanuary 28, 2011 8:00 pm
Teen Refugees in Seattle - January 28, 2011
Teen refugees from Bhutan and Burma face new social and cultural challenges in Seattle and in the U.S. EpisodeJanuary 21, 2011 8:00 pm
Green Prison Reform - January 21, 2011
A remarkable program is teaching local prison inmates about sustainability, and turning our prisons “green.” EpisodeJanuary 14, 2011 8:00 pm
Bainbridge Island Liveaboard Battle - January 14, 2011
Washington state threatens to evict the so-called "liveaboards" from Eagle Harbor on Bainbridge Island.EpisodeJanuary 7, 2011 8:00 pm
Washington's Budget Crisis - January 7, 2011
Washington state is facing a $4.5 billion dollar budget deficit. Who will be hurt most by these massive cuts?EpisodeLatest from the Vote 2012 Blog
About "KCTS 9 Connects"
Each week KCTS 9 Connects takes viewers beyond the headlines of Northwest news, issues, and politics. With timely and insightful newsmaker interviews and the lively, incisive perspective of our Insiders Roundtable, KCTS 9 Connects sheds new light on the critical issues and topics important to people of the Northwest. Our mission is to expose new stories, explore issues from new perspectives, and provide new insight from diverse voices.
About the Host, Enrique Cerna
Enrique Cerna is the co-creator, host, and executive producer of the weekly current affairs program KCTS 9 Connects. He is a five time Northwest Regional Emmy Award winner with more than 37 years of experience in the Seattle broadcast market. Enrique joined KCTS 9 in 1995. In 2003, The Seattle Weekly honored him with a Best of Seattle Editors' Choice selection as Best TV Host. In 2006, Seattle Magazine named Enrique one its 26 most influential people of the year for his broadcast work.
