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Let the Kids Dance!
Let the Kids Dance! is a seven-part series documenting the rise and fall of Seattle's Teen Dance Ordinance — a local law that for nearly two decades made it illegal for young people to attend concerts. 
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4.9 stars from 90 ratings
A MUST-LISTEN!!!
ABSOLUTELY loved every episode! So well put-together! I was 1 of these youth show-goers back then & hearing all this brought tears-of-joy since I was so INCREDIBLY fond of all-ages shows! 🩶
jfhjfig via Apple Podcasts · United States of America · 10/01/24
learned WAY more than expected
i turned this on as background noise and found myself instead being incredibly invested in everything being said
Tati_martinnn via Apple Podcasts · United States of America · 07/08/24
Fantastic!
I moved to Seattle in 1999 for the amazing music and arts scene. I was in my 20s so I had no idea about the TDO. This podcast was a blast from the past… so much nostalgia from that time! I completely binged the entire series in one weekend.
Bbbbbbb222222 via Apple Podcasts · United States of America · 05/22/24
Recent Episodes
We recorded this episode with Ben Gibbard and Lori LeFavor before a live audience at Easy Street Records in West Seattle on August 1, 2024. Lori LeFavor is the most prolific all-ages concert promoter in Seattle--and perhaps the US. Starting from age 17 and over the next 30 years, Lori hosted...
Published 08/29/24
Published 08/29/24
At the turn of the 21st century, the TDO’s days are numbered. A generational shift puts a new era within sight. The closest mayoral election in Seattle's history will decide the fate of all-ages music. But even with a win, the creative community will face new economic pressures as old Seattle...
Published 05/16/24
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