Curt Weiss signs off after 21 rock n’ roll years at Seattle Channel
A warm and witty farewell tribute to Seattle Channel operations manager Curt Weiss, who retired in 2025 after 21 years with the station. The piece highlights Curt’s Brooklyn roots, punk-rock background, sharp humor, and steady leadership, while celebrating the lasting mark he left on Seattle Channel.
Honoring George Bakan: Seattle LGBTQ+ activist & mischief-maker
A 2021 tribute to Seattle Gay News publisher and editor George Bakan, whose work helped give voice to Seattle’s LGBTQ+ community at a time when it was too often ignored or misrepresented by mainstream media. The piece reflects on SGN’s vital role in documenting the AIDS crisis, the fight for marriage equality, and ongoing advocacy for transgender rights. I also helped produce the companion video, bringing George’s legacy to life through visual storytelling.
From War to Education: Michi Hirata North has a Storied Piano Past
A feature story for the Japanese Cultural & Community Center of Washington’s Kakehashi Newsletter tracing the remarkable life of pianist Michi Hirata North, from child prodigy in wartime Japan to revered teacher in Bellevue. The piece follows her survival through the firebombing of Tokyo, her groundbreaking performances of Gershwin in postwar Japan, and her lasting influence on generations of young musicians.
Transit Tourism: Exploring Seattle by Link light rail
A 2016 interactive feature for The Seattle Times exploring Sound Transit’s 1 Line, from urban neighborhoods to suburban stretches and industrial corridors. As a longtime transit nerd, I loved helping tell the story of how one light rail line connects diverse communities across King County.
Game On, Ghibli: Japan’s Animation Powerhouse Tries Video Games
A 2010 feature for The New York Times on Studio Ghibli’s move from beloved animated films into the world of video games with Ninokuni, a collaboration with developer Level-5.