About this episode
In this episode, Joshua Hissong interviews Luke Baumgarten about his contributions to Spokane's creative and cultural landscape.
Welcome back to the If Not Now, When? podcast! Today, we’re joined by Luke Baumgarten—a writer, community organizer, and lifelong Spokanite who has made a lasting impact on the city’s creative and cultural landscape. From co-founding the arts nonprofit Terrain to launching RANGE, a community-focused news organization, Luke has been at the forefront of fostering creativity and telling important stories throughout the Inland Northwest. In this episode, we dive into Luke’s journey, from his time growing up in North Spokane and attending Gonzaga University to his ongoing efforts in community building and journalism. His work with RANGE aims to bring fresh perspectives and amplify the voices of those often left out of traditional media, adding a new dimension to how stories are told in Spokane. We’ll also explore Luke’s vision for the future of Spokane, the importance of urban spaces that inspire connection, and how creativity and journalism can shape a more inclusive and vibrant community.
People in this episode
Host: Joshua Hissong
Guest: Luke Baumgarten
Topics covered
- community building
- journalism
- creativity
- urban spaces
- cultural impact
Keywords
- Luke Baumgarten
- Spokane
- RANGE
- Terrain
- community organizing
- journalism
- creativity
Mentioned in this episode
Organizations: Terrain, RANGE, Gonzaga University
Places: Spokane, North Spokane, Inland Northwest
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