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KMAS Radio

From local leaders and hometown heroes to breaking stories and in-depth conversations, the KMAS Podcast brings you the voices that matter in Mason County, Washington. Hosted by longtime broadcaster Jeff Slakey, each episode dives into what’s happening around the Hood Canal—government, education, small business, the outdoors, and everything in between.

New episodes drop throughout the week, featuring interviews, community spotlights, and extended versions of the stories you hear on the air at KMAS.

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Update frequency
every 3 days
Average duration
17 minutes
Episodes
169
Years Active
2022 - 2025
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2025 Shelton Art Walk Preview

2025 Shelton Art Walk Preview

Get ready for a color-soaked stroll through downtown Shelton! 🎨 In this conversation, Jeff Slakey previews the 2025 Shelton Art Walk—happening Saturday, June 28, 11 a.m.–7 p.m.—with three creative ca…

00:09:42  |   Thu 26 Jun 2025
Candidate Conversation: Pastor Doug Peterson’s Vision for Shelton—Housing Help, Small-Biz Boosts & Faith-Driven Service

Candidate Conversation: Pastor Doug Peterson’s Vision for Shelton—Housing Help, Small-Biz Boosts & Faith-Driven Service

Pastor Doug Peterson—running for Shelton City Council Position 3—joins host Jeff Slakey at Marmo coffeehouse for a 36-minute chat that blends policy, faith and hometown pride. Below are the exact que…

00:35:56  |   Wed 25 Jun 2025
Shuck & Strum Concert Series - Aaron Gorton | June 19, 2025

Shuck & Strum Concert Series - Aaron Gorton | June 19, 2025

Turn up the volume for the next chapter of KMAS Radio’s Shuck & Strum summer series! 🎶 Recorded live on the Finch Creek Stage at the Fjord Oyster Bank in Hoodsport, this 75-minute set features Aaron …

01:14:37  |   Sat 21 Jun 2025
Shuck & Strum Concert Series - Adam Thorne | June 12, 2025

Shuck & Strum Concert Series - Adam Thorne | June 12, 2025

Feel the energy of KMAS Radio’s Shuck & Strum summer kickoff—now on demand! 🎸 Recorded live on the Finch Creek Stage at the Fjord Oyster Bank in Hoodsport, Washington, this 70-minute set captures Kit…

01:13:49  |   Fri 20 Jun 2025
Ken Mobley’s Vision for Shelton: Economic Growth, Youth Engagement & Real Talk on Homelessness

Ken Mobley’s Vision for Shelton: Economic Growth, Youth Engagement & Real Talk on Homelessness

In this in-depth Candidate Conversation, host Jeff Slakey sits down with retired Navy Senior Chief Ken Mobley, one of four contenders for Shelton City Council Position 3. Mobley shares his journey fr…

00:53:14  |   Sat 14 Jun 2025
Shelton Schools 2024-25 Wrap-Up: Wins, Budget Pain & Graduation Gains with Superintendent Wyeth Jessee

Shelton Schools 2024-25 Wrap-Up: Wins, Budget Pain & Graduation Gains with Superintendent Wyeth Jessee

Superintendent Wyeth Jessee joins Jeff Slakey for a deep-dive year-end recap of the Shelton School District. Below are the key questions Jeff asks so you can jump right to the info you need:

  1. Big Wins:
00:46:48  |   Fri 13 Jun 2025
Sheriff’s Sit-Down: Peelian Policing, New Gun Law 1163 & Homelessness—Community Action in Mason County

Sheriff’s Sit-Down: Peelian Policing, New Gun Law 1163 & Homelessness—Community Action in Mason County

On this month’s Sheriff’s Sit-Down—recorded live at the Fjord Oyster Bank—Mason County Sheriff Ryan Spurling joins host Jeff Slakey to tackle the big questions facing local law enforcement and the co…

00:29:24  |   Wed 11 Jun 2025
Shuck & Strum Kick-Off: Adam Thorne’s Eclectic Country-Rock Hits the Fjord Oyster Bank

Shuck & Strum Kick-Off: Adam Thorne’s Eclectic Country-Rock Hits the Fjord Oyster Bank

KMAS is launching its brand-new Shuck & Strum summer concert series, live from the Fjord Oyster Bank in Hoodsport, Washington—and we’re starting strong with Kitsap County singer-songwriter Adam Thorn…

00:11:32  |   Tue 10 Jun 2025
Master Your Money: Budgeting Tips with Peninsula Credit Union | Mason Matters

Master Your Money: Budgeting Tips with Peninsula Credit Union | Mason Matters

Join KMAS Radio host Jeff Slakey as he sits down with Peninsula Credit Union’s Community Financial Educator, Darrell McVea, for a candid talk on conquering financial stress. Discover why budgeting do…

00:41:34  |   Mon 09 Jun 2025
The Future of Mason County: Inside Economic Growth with the EDC’s Kevin Shutty

The Future of Mason County: Inside Economic Growth with the EDC’s Kevin Shutty

Wonder what an Economic Development Council actually does? Or how they measure success when it comes to growing jobs, attracting businesses, and supporting housing in a rural county?

In this episode, …

00:50:49  |   Tue 03 Jun 2025
Sound to Sea Workshop: WSU & COHORT Unite for Hood Canal Resilience

Sound to Sea Workshop: WSU & COHORT Unite for Hood Canal Resilience

Get the inside scoop on Sound to Sea – Working Together to Build Resilient Coastal Communities, a hands-on workshop coming to the newly renamed Sacred Waters Center for Restoration & Retreat (formerl…

00:13:18  |   Wed 21 May 2025
Inside the 81st Mason County Forest Festival: Carnival, Parade & Logging-Show Preview

Inside the 81st Mason County Forest Festival: Carnival, Parade & Logging-Show Preview

Join KMAS host Jeff Slakey for an upbeat, behind-the-scenes look at the 81st annual Mason County Forest Festival (May 29 – June 1, 2025). Festival president Amy Cooper breaks down the bonus-weekend c…

00:23:53  |   Mon 19 May 2025
Day of Champions Returns to North Mason 5/29

Day of Champions Returns to North Mason 5/29

The Day of Champions is back! On May 29th, North Mason High School will host this heartwarming track and field event for special needs students across Mason County. With 140 participants, 100 volunte…

00:11:16  |   Mon 12 May 2025
Funding, First Graders & the Future of Shelton Schools

Funding, First Graders & the Future of Shelton Schools

Shelton School District Superintendent Wyeth Jessee joins Jeff Slakey for a wide-ranging conversation about early literacy success, the impacts of state budget shortfalls, and how local levy dollars …

00:29:29  |   Fri 09 May 2025
Flock Cameras, Community Safety & Tough Conversations — A Sitdown with Sheriff Spurling

Flock Cameras, Community Safety & Tough Conversations — A Sitdown with Sheriff Spurling

In this episode of Sheriff’s Sitdown, Jeff Slakey catches up with Sheriff Ryan Spurling at the Oyster Bank in Hoodsport. They cover everything from the power of community engagement in law enforcemen…

00:16:58  |   Wed 07 May 2025
💧 Septic Smart: Protecting Waterways & Wallets in Mason County

💧 Septic Smart: Protecting Waterways & Wallets in Mason County

On this episode, Jeff Slakey talks with Tessa Halloran from the WSU Extension Office about the upcoming “Be Septic Smart” workshop happening May 15th in Shelton. They dive into why understanding your…

00:14:34  |   Tue 06 May 2025
Mother’s Day, Mock Mimosas & Community Care with South Mason Fire & Rescue

Mother’s Day, Mock Mimosas & Community Care with South Mason Fire & Rescue

We’re back with Amber Anderson from South Mason Fire & Rescue to talk about one of Mason County’s favorite traditions—the Mother’s Day Pancake Breakfast! Happening this Saturday, May 10th from 9:30 A…

00:09:44  |   Mon 05 May 2025
Wildfire-Ready Neighbors: Getting Ahead of Fire Season with Amber Anderson

Wildfire-Ready Neighbors: Getting Ahead of Fire Season with Amber Anderson

 Fire season is coming fast, and Mason County is gearing up. In this episode, Jeff Slakey chats with South Mason Fire PIO Amber Anderson about the county-wide Wildfire-Ready Neighbors Fair happening

00:09:38  |   Wed 30 Apr 2025
Tax Tension and Tough Tradeoffs: Sen. Drew MacEwen Reflects on 2025 Session

Tax Tension and Tough Tradeoffs: Sen. Drew MacEwen Reflects on 2025 Session

Washington State Senator Drew MacEwen joins Jeff Slakey to unpack the just-completed 2025 legislative session. MacEwen shares his candid take on what he calls one of the most frustrating sessions he'…

00:19:55  |   Tue 29 Apr 2025
Mason County Still Walking Strong: Relay for Life 2024 Preview

Mason County Still Walking Strong: Relay for Life 2024 Preview

Mark your calendars for June 21st and 22nd at South Sound Stadium — that’s North Thurston High School in Lacey — where teams from across Thurston and Mason counties will gather for this powerful 22-h…

00:18:46  |   Wed 23 Apr 2025
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