Politics Field Notes from Olympia: Moeties, closed-door caucus meetings and our open government ideal Legislative caucuses are off limits to the press and public, including anthropologists. by David Price / March 19, 2015
Politics Field Notes from Olympia: What if lawmakers were more like the people they serve? State Sen. Andy Hill, a prototypical Washington legislator: white, male, well-educated and well to do. Not that there's anything wrong with that. by David Price / February 26, 2015
Politics Field Notes from Olympia: Legislating virtual worlds Laws about taxing or not taxing online sales are an example of a cultural invention that dictates the way we view and behave in the "real" world. by David Price / February 22, 2015
Politics Field Notes from Olympia: The power of language and the "fear grimace" Facial expressions and posture send signals about relationships and power dynamics. by David Price / February 12, 2015
Politics Field Notes from Olympia: An anthropologist in the state capital An anthropologist in the capital, studying state lawmakers in their natural habitat. by David Price / February 11, 2015
Tech The unexpected entrepreneur Vicci Martinez rocking a Seattle Secret Show at the College Club on Lake Union. by Charles Bermant / February 26, 2013
Backstage with Garth Hudson's Eccentricities Garth Hudson of The Band performs in 1971 by Charles Bermant / September 29, 2011
Beach Boys, Animals return to Washington older, but no worse for wear Eric Burdon, the Animals' lead singer and last remaining original member. by Charles Bermant / July 15, 2011
Culture A feel-good documentary that's made for cynics Director Tom Shadyac at the 2010 Port Townsend Film Festival, which screened 'I Am.' by Charles Bermant / March 16, 2011
Culture Tutorial: How to make your own news video Keep it short and avoid too many special effects for a professional-looking video. by Charles Bermant / December 25, 2009