Think You Know Seattle’s Southside? Think Again. Coffee, UFOs, and Micro Adventures with Mark Everton

08/10/2025 1h 16min Episodio 336
Think You Know Seattle’s Southside? Think Again. Coffee, UFOs, and Micro Adventures with Mark Everton

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Is SeaTac just an airport? Is Tukwila just a mall? Not even close.In this episode of the Exploring Washington State Podcast, host Scott Cowan welcomes Mark Everton, President and CEO of Explore Seattle Southside, for a surprising deep dive into a region most people only pass through.Mark breaks down the magic of “micro adventures” easy, unexpected experiences designed for curious locals and time-crunched travelers alike. You’ll hear about:A world-class coffee culture where $1.50 Ethiopian brews and bubble tea tasting flights coexistThe Maury Island Incident, a little-known UFO case older than Roswell—with the first U.S. “Man in Black” sightingApp-guided trails that lead you to 24 bubble tea shops within 2 miles of the airport—plus happy hours and UFO hotspotsWhether you’ve lived here for decades or have a long layover ahead, this episode will change how you see Seattle’s southside.🎙 Guest: Mark Everton, President & CEO, Explore Seattle Southside

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