Highlights - The Jake Skorheim & Spike O'Neill Show

Highlights - The Jake Skorheim & Spike O'Neill Show

Jake Skorheim and Spike O'Neill host The Jake and Spike Show on KIRO Newsradio 97.3 FM.

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Jake and Spike Caitlin Clark v. Seattle Storm

The cheapest tickets to get into Climate Pledge Arena to see the Seattle Storm face off against Caitlin Clark, Guard for the Indiana Fever, were going for roughly $75-85, according to GameTime Tickets, and some tickets reached as high as $4,000.

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Jun 27, 2025 12:28 PM
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KIRO hosts debate if reckless hikers should be fined

The Skamania County sheriff is working on legislation to fine people whose reckless or negligent actions lead to a rescue, KATU 2 reported earlier this month. Sheriff Summer Scheyer stated rescue missions increased by 400% in May 2025, compared to the previous year, putting a financial burden on the county.

KIRO fill-in host Angela Poe Russell believes there should be a $5,000 to $10,000 fine for rescues. However, she questioned how officials would define reckless behavior.

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Jun 20, 2025 5:43 PM
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King County Assessor fights against resignation push

King County Assessor John Wilson went on "The Jake and Spike Show" to push back against renewed calls from several public figures urging him to resign as he campaigns for King County Executive. 

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Jun 19, 2025 4:14 PM
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Jake and Spike remember Brian Wilson

Fan-favorite member of the Beach Boys, Brian Wilson, passed away on Wednesday at the age of 82, The Associated Press reported Wednesday. Jake and Spike, co-hosts of "The Jake and Spike Show" on KIRO Newsradio, dove into Wilson's prominent career as a singer/songwriter.

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Jun 11, 2025 5:42 PM
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Owner of stolen wooden bear talks to Jake and Spike

A cherished wooden bear was stolen from the porch of a Mount Vernon home, the police department reported Tuesday.

The bear's owner, Merrylee, told "The Jake and Spike Show" on KIRO Newsradio Wednesday that the bear holds sentimental value, as it was gifted by her late husband as a Christmas present in 1991.

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Jun 11, 2025 3:57 PM
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Jake and Spike on Redmond light rail mishap

The recently opened Redmond light rail corridor was shut down Monday. Passengers were escorted off the train after a part that holds tensioned power lines broke, The Seattle Times reported. At one point, a metal section labeled "high voltage" fell onto the track between a train and a concrete wall.

Spike O'Neill, co-host of "The Jake and Spike Show" on KIRO Newsradio, took aim at the manufacturers.

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Jun 11, 2025 12:39 PM
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Local beekeeper analyzes the great bee-scape after 14 million bees got loose

A truck carrying hives of bees overturned near the Canadian border late last week, unleashing approximately 14 million honeybees onto the road and surrounding areas.

"If you're a local beekeeper, or an apiarist, or whatever you are, and somebody calls you and says, 'Hey, we've got a huge spill,' that's your shining moment," KIRO host Jake Skorheim said. "You've got to show up to something like that. You've got to go help the local authorities, because cops are not made to hunt for bees."

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Jun 3, 2025 1:13 PM
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'Armageddon' or reality? KIRO hosts discuss ‘city-killer’ asteroids near Earth

A minimum of three "city-killer" asteroids have been spotted near Venus, and they could strike Earth in the next few weeks without warning.

"City-killer" asteroids are defined as asteroids reaching 40-80 meters in size that could cause significant damage to Earth, depending on where they fall.

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May 30, 2025 1:33 PM
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Jake and Spike talk Space Needle upgrades

The Space Needle introduced a new double-decker, glass-door elevator to the public on Friday. Nicknamed the "Skyliner," the elevator offers riders sweeping views of the city as they ascend the iconic landmark.

Spike O'Neill, co-host of "The Jake and Spike Show" on KIRO Newsradio, believes the upgrade was much-needed.

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May 26, 2025 7:3 PM
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Jake and Spike on school cell phone bans

According to The Associated Press, half of U.S. states have laws in place regarding cell phone regulation in schools.

Jake Skorheim and Spike O'Neill, co-hosts of "The Jake and Spike Show" on KIRO Newsradio, are all for banning electronics during school hours.

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May 23, 2025 6:41 PM
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Ashley from TikTok

One TikTok creator has focused her platform on a unique social networking website.

Ashley, who goes by @ashkatpod on TikTok, shares profiles from WriteAPrisoner.com, where anyone can connect with a prisoner.

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May 22, 2025 6:47 PM
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Jake blames ferry shortage on 'short-sighted and stupid' policy

Washington State Ferries is adding three vessels to its fleet next month, boosting the number of operating ferries to 18. The expansion comes ahead of the busy summer season and restores near-full service across Puget Sound.

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May 22, 2025 10:51 AM
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'You've lost $100 million': Spike questions money Klarna's business model

Spike O'Neill, co-host of “The Jake and Spike Show” on KIRO Newsradio, raised concerns about Klarna's business model, specifically questioning its long-term sustainability and why borrowers aren't required to provide collateral for their loans.

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May 21, 2025 9:14 AM
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“Hanging for dear life”: Jake shocked by Brooklyn Bridge crash

A Mexican navy training ship, Cuauhtemoc, struck the Brooklyn Bridge while moving in reverse on Saturday, snapping its masts, injuring 22 crew members, and killing two. 

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May 20, 2025 10:56 AM
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Jake and Spike on Justin Bieber

Justin Bieber has found his way back into headlines, although this time he's making waves due to his poor financial decisions, and not his illustrious singing career.

Jake Skorheim, co-host of “The Jake and Spike Show” on KIRO Newsradio, spoke about the new "TMZ Investigates: What Happened to Justin Bieber" documentary released on Hulu. 

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May 19, 2025 5:14 PM
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'It’s a Fantastic Idea!' Spike: Spokane’s zip line will transform downtown

Spokane’s downtown zip line project, first suggested in 2018, is close to moving forward and could open by late July if it clears a few remaining approvals.

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May 19, 2025 8:58 AM
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Jake and Spike on Starbucks strike

Starbucks baristas went on strike nationwide to protest a new company dress code that requires workers to wear specific clothing under their green aprons. The coffee giant said the new uniform—a solid black shirt and khaki, black, or blue denim bottoms—will create a sense of familiarity for customers.

Jake Skorheim and Spike O'Neill, co-hosts of "The Jake and Spike Show" on KIRO Newsradio, believe baristas should accept the new dress code and move on.

00:08:48
May 16, 2025 4:21 PM
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‘Portland might have done us a favor’: Jake and Spike on Seattle NBA team

The NBA may finally be getting serious about expanding to Seattle at its upcoming Board of Governors meeting in July.

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May 15, 2025 3:53 PM
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Jake and Spike on Space Needle photographer cuts

The Space Needle has decided to eliminate the photography department, telling KIRO Newsradio the decision was tough, but the bottom line is cell phone use is more prominent.

Co-hosts of "The Jake and Spike Show" on KIRO Newsradio, Jake Skorheim and Spike O'Neill, understood the decision but had ideas to keep the professional picture takers.

00:07:03
May 13, 2025 6:39 PM
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Jake Skorheim on Redmond light rail

Sound Transit's new Redmond Light Rail extension is drawing both praise and criticism from locals.

“Until Sound Transit gets across the lake, none of this matters, because it doesn’t go anywhere,” Jake said.

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May 13, 2025 4:39 PM
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'I give zero bleeps': Jake backs Thurston County pursuit

The Thurston County Sheriff's Office has released a video allegedly showing 27-year-old Damien Madison firing an AR-15 at deputies during a pursuit.

00:11:48
May 12, 2025 4:18 PM
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Six-pack or head of hair?

A question was recently brought to the attention of Jake Skorheim, co-host of "The Jake and Spike Show" on KIRO Newsradio, regarding women's preferences.

00:04:49
May 9, 2025 4:1 PM
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'He's running on adrenaline': Manhunt pro examines Sea-Tac escape

Sedrick T. Stevenson, a 28-year-old inmate wanted on multiple warrants from Kentucky, escaped custody at SeaTac Airport around last weekend before boarding a northbound light rail train. He was last seen getting off at the Capitol Hill station and remains at large.

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May 9, 2025 3:21 PM
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