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City Cast Salt Lake is Salt Lake City’s daily news podcast. Host Ali Vallarta and a bevy of smart and entertaining locals will bring you conversations about the issues that matter most to SLC. Some days City Cast will make you proud; other days it’ll make you angry. It will celebrate Salt Lake’s triumphs, (try to) solve its mysteries, and explore its history. City Cast will help you feel more connected to the Wasatch Front – whether you’ve lived here for 6 months or 6 generations.
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Join us weekdays at 6 a.m. for a fast-paced daily news podcast that will get you talking — and make you question what’s going here in Western Pennsylvania. In just 15 minutes a day, City Cast Pittsburgh is a smart new way to connect with the Steel City you love. Add us to your feeds today!
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Join us every weekday morning for can’t-miss conversations about what’s happening in Madison, with a dose of local news to keep you up to speed. Host Bianca Martin collects people wherever she goes, like an endless conga line. On City Cast Madison, she peers into our city’s soul with a journalist’s skepticism and an optimist’s heart.
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City Cast is the daily, local audio companion you knew DC needed. Washingtonians are gritty, proud, and resilient — necessary qualities for a community facing issues that range from an affordability crisis to the fight for statehood to the movement for racial justice… and useful qualities for a region full of whip-smart people, dynamic culture, and constant change. Washingtonians are deeply passionate about our city, whose story is still being written, and City Cast DC is here to tell it. Ev ...
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Chicago’s daily news podcast, fresh every weekday at 6 a.m. Host Jacoby Cochran brings you timely conversations with news and culture makers; activists and artists; bus drivers and students; those who love and hate this place—all in 15 minutes a day. It’s a smart and delightful new way to connect with the city we share. Learn more and subscribe to our morning newsletter at citycast.fm/chicago.
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City-State Cast: Big Ideas now available in Fun Size
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Reviewing movies, shows, concerts and more!
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Utah unions are gearing up for a fight against a new controversial law. Host Ali Vallarta and executive producer Emily Means discuss the details and how you can get involved — if you want. Plus, a plan for the old Sizzler at Sugarhouse Park, daylight saving weekend, and a mystery $14 million donation. Resources and references: SLC's New Police Chie…
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Mayor Brandon Johnson was on the hot seat Wednesday testifying before a Congressional hearing on sanctuary cities. How did he do? WBEZ’s Susie An and Block Club Chicago’s Madison Savedra are here with host Jacoby Cochran to grade his performance. Plus, the Highland Park shooting trial was cut short by a guilty plea, federal funding cuts are hitting…
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Another Friday means it’s time for another Friday news roundup! This week, the team dives into the drama unfolding at Kavanaugh's Esquire Club as well as how federal job cuts are impacting Wisconsin. Plus, the Madison community remembers Tony Robinson Jr. 10 years after his death. Mentioned on the show: GoFundMe for Esquire Club Staff Federal Fundi…
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Pittsburgh’s acting police chief, Christopher Ragland, is stepping down just a few months after taking over the bureau (and just a few weeks after he was nominated to become permanent chief). Host Megan Harris and producer Sophia Lo discuss the latest development in the ongoing saga. Plus, they share how the state and county are trying to help fede…
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Axios’ Cuneyt Dil and the Washington Post’s Teo Armus join us to talk about the end of Black Lives Matter plaza, immigration raids around DC, and the latest in Cherry Blossom branding. Plus, City Cast CEO David Plotz is speaking this week at Cleveland Park Library about podcasting, local news, and how CCDC got started. Register here for the March 1…
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Introducing Alaska’s Risky Bet on Cruises from Peak Travel. Follow the show: Peak Travel Cruises are coming to dominate the tourism industry, offering accessible and affordable vacations. And many local economies rely heavily on them to stay afloat. But activists, scientists, and residents worry about their impact on the community and the environme…
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Introducing Alaska’s Risky Bet on Cruises from Peak Travel. Follow the show: Peak Travel Cruises are coming to dominate the tourism industry, offering accessible and affordable vacations. And many local economies rely heavily on them to stay afloat. But activists, scientists, and residents worry about their impact on the community and the environme…
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Harrowing footage of commercial planes nearly colliding or landing belly up have made flying even more anxiety-inducing. Director of airport operations Treber Andersen, tells host Ali Vallarta about SLC International’s emergency plan and the Swiss cheese analogy of safety. Related listening: What would it take to make SLC International a world-clas…
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Spring break is around the corner, which means students and families in Chicago might be looking for things to do, and we might get some people in from out of town. City Cast senior roving producer Lizzie Goldsmith and newsletter editor Ava Wojnowski don’t live here, but they’ve got some ideas for what they want to do when they visit. Host Jacoby C…
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Spring is on its way, which means farmers' markets, CSA boxes, and fresh local produce will be here soon. One local non-profit is gearing up for a busy growing season with new leadership at the helm. State Representative Francesca Hong is stepping into the role of board president for Rooted, which offers opportunities for urban farming and distribu…
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Fish fry season is back! There are hundreds of fish fries in Pittsburgh and just a few short weeks to visit as many as possible. If you’re struggling to decide where to go, Pittsburgh hero Hollen Barmer has an idea for you: the Pittsburgh Lenten Fish Fry Map. With the help of Pittsburgh Code for Good volunteers, they’ve been updating it every year …
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Mayor Bowser’s town hall on Wednesday hit a nerve with the city. NBC4’s Mark Segraves was there, and he’s here to give us the play-by-play of what Bowser had to say. Want some more DC news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter Hey DC. You can also become a member, with ad-free listening, for as little as $8 a month. Learn more about…
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April and May are the best months to visit Utah’s five national parks, but the firing crisis might get in the way of a good time. Host Ali Vallarta and outdoor enthusiast Shireen Ghorbani create lookalike itineraries for each of the Mighty Five, promising a stress-free time with similar views. Become a member of City Cast Salt Lake today! It’s the …
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Chicago goes hard on St. Patrick’s Day, and tickets are going fast for parties and bar crawls throughout the city. Social media creator Paige Serena is here to break down the best events and offer some tips for these marathon celebrations. Find out more about Paige’s R&B and Roulette event on March 9th, a River North crawl on March 15th, and other …
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When it comes to cities getting what they want from the Wisconsin state Legislature, it’s all about who you know. To help get the right people paying attention to its needs, the City of Madison recently hired The Welch Group, a high-profile, conservative-led lobbying firm. To get his take on whether or not this is a good move for the city, we spoke…
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The retail giant Walmart bought the Monroeville Mall, and while it’s not clear what their plans are for the property, the mall holds a very important place in the hearts of George Romero fans who hope at least part of the building gets preserved. Host Megan Harris is with Axios Pittsburgh reporter Chrissy Suttles to talk about why the Monroeville M…
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With everything going in DC lately, it’s understandable if maybe you’re feeling like having a few drinks on a budget. Ann Limpert, food editor for the Washingtonian, is here with the best DC happy hours where you can knock back a few responsibly, and in moderation of course. Want some more DC news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newslett…
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How many Utahns believe in God these days? Host Ali Vallarta and executive producer Emily Means find religious showdowns in the SLC skyline. Plus, thrilling game wins, new liquor laws, and farewell fluoride? Resources and references: Fluoride will be banned from Utah’s water supplies — but only if Cox signs this bill [Salt Lake Tribune] Survey show…
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Across Wisconsin and across the nation, local TV news teams are shrinking. Earlier this year, Allen Media Group — which owns Madison’s WKOW — announced it would scrap local meteorologists and turn weather forecasts over to The Weather Channel in Atlanta. The media giant later reversed its decision but had many people wondering: is the future of loc…
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Mayor Brandon Johnson is in D.C. and he’ll be testifying Wednesday in front of a House oversight committee about Chicago’s welcoming city policies, aka sanctuary city laws. Executive producer Simone Alicea and host Jacoby Cochran discuss their expectations heading into the Congressional hearing. Plus, who is replacing retiring Park District CEO Ros…
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While families all over our region try to make sense of big, potential funding cuts to local schools, it’s also not clear how refugee children and parents — many already in our region — will fare, thanks to freezes in federal resettlement money. The City Cast Pittsburgh team is talking about how folks have stepped up and ways you can funnel your fr…
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We’ve talked a lot about what Trump and Musk’s gutting of the federal workforce means for the District, but what about nearby Virginia? Michael Pope, a reporter with Virginia public radio and the host of the Virginia Pressroom podcast has been following the story and is here to break it down. Want some more DC news? Then make sure to sign up for ou…
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Whether you think it’s winter or spring (controversial), March will keep you busy in Salt Lake City! Host Ali Vallarta, newsletter editor Terina Ria, and producer Ivana Martinez bring you a guide to making the most of it, from discounted spa treatments to mini dog racing and spotting bison. And if you’re excited about Antelope Island, you’ll love o…
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National Institutes of Health (NIH) grants partially fund hundreds of research projects at UW-Madison each year. NIH covers about 55% of the indirect costs of research funding on campus, but last month they announced a new standard indirect rate of 15% across all NIH grants. What does this mean for researchers at the university? Host Bianca Martin …
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The New York Stock Exchange Chicago, formerly the Chicago Stock Exchange, announced it’s relocating to Texas. This is just the latest blow in the long downfall of Chicago’s place as a financial epicenter. Host Jacoby Cochran talks with Chicago History Podcast host Tommy Henry about the stock exchange’s founding nearly 150 years ago, the rise of tra…
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Is Metro screwed? It’s a question that has less to do with trains and stations than with budgets and balance sheets. Wyatt Gordon wrote extensively about Metro’s challenges for Greater Greater Washington and he’s here to walk us through the wonky details. Want some more DC news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter Hey DC. You can a…
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We’re breaking all kinds of records lately… but not good ones. This January was the hottest one on record, and last year, Pennsylvania had an increasing number of tornadoes. These severe weather events mean more disasters, and the state can’t always handle the aftermath alone. Host Megan Harris is with Inside Climate News reporter Kiley Bense to di…
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Billboard queen Julia Reagan is making headlines again, as her husband seeks to avenge her death through a new lawsuit. Host Ali Vallarta and executive producer Emily Means discuss the details and consider the impacts of Utah’s nursing shortage. Plus, cold plunge coffee coming to Central City, a Jazzy take on a Utah classic, and unplugging your pho…
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In October, the Acero Charter School network sent shockwaves through their school communities when they announced they would be shutting down seven Latino-majority schools in Chicago. For families and students, it’s been a waiting game as they wonder if or when their schools will close and what their options are. Chalkbeat Chicago’s Samantha Smylie…
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We’re saying goodbye to February with a Friday news roundup! This week, the team is talking about transportation in its many forms. Executive producer Hayley Sperling is on the Metro beat, giving details on an east side bus crash and the latest on contract negotiations between Metro workers and the city. Meanwhile, newsletter editor Rob Thomas digs…
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We’re talking about the potential DC disaster in Congress’ new budget and we’re talking about what the latest Washington Post tumult means for DC. Plus, everything you need to know about renting chickens in the DMV. Want some more DC news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter Hey DC. You can also become a member, with ad-free listen…
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After two rounds of deer culling in a few city parks, archers have provided thousands of venison meals, but it turns out, that’s not enough to keep the animal population at bay. We’re talking about how and why guns are getting added to the mix. Pittsburgh Public Schools announced the next phase in proposed school closures, Steelers players reported…
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Long lines already plague Utah’s national parks. Pile on the Trump administration’s cuts to park staff and funding, and you’ve got a recipe for a chaotic busy season. So, what’s the solution? Host Ali Vallarta asks Rep. Steve Eliason, R-Sandy, about his big idea for Utah to co-manage the Mighty Five. Related listening: Learn about Utah’s push to ma…
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March is almost here, which means spring is just around the corner and Madisonians are itching to emerge from their winter hibernation and dive into everything the city has to offer. In our monthly guide, the City Cast Madison team has recommendations on what to do, see, and eat in March. Host Bianca Martin has the scoop on film fest activities, ne…
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Chicago’s birthday is coming up, spring is around the corner, and the city’s preparing to dye the river green — welcome to March in Chicago. Host Jacoby Cochran, contributor Leigh Giangreco, and digital marketing manager Jermaine Thomas are here with their tips for making the most of the month, including handling the weather, finding art shows for …
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Whether you love fish fries, book fairs, or the St. Patrick’s Day parade, there’s much to do in and around Pittsburgh this month. We’re sharing some of our favorite events and activities, from outdoor dance parties to a gumbo fest. And if you want to learn more about where to snag the perfect fish sandwich, check out our episode about the ultimate …
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It has been a long and cold winter, but things are finally looking up. The temperatures are in the 60’s this week! Sunset is finally past 6 pm! Hallelujah. The City Cast DC team is here with recs to make sure you don’t squander this upcoming month of warmth and sunshine, including outdoor workout classes and places to drop your compost. If you're n…
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Salt Lake City is hyped on the Utah Hockey Club’s inaugural season, with sold-out games and jerseys flying off the shelves. So now that Salt Lake is officially a hockey town, how will it change the city’s culture? COMMONS podcast host and journalist Arshy Mann joins host Ali Vallarta to break down what opportunities and baggage the NHL is bringing …
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You’ve most likely noticed Dan Yoder’s handy work when driving through Madison. His company, Sign Art Studio, is responsible for the city’s most iconic signs: the huge new Orpheum marquee on State Street, the classic restored Badger Liquor sign a block away, the elegant, retro cool-looking Harvey House sign, and hundreds more. Bianca Martin sat dow…
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Are Chicago’s bakeries up to scratch when it comes to making Paczki? That’s what we wanted to find out, so last year we met up with journalist Joanna Marszałek to taste-test these traditional Polish pastries, which are a cross between a classic donut and brioche bun with a cream or fruit filling. With Paczki Day coming up next Tuesday, we’re bringi…
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Have you ever been in a situation where your boss or landlord is doing something shady — maybe even discriminatory — and you don’t know what to do? There’s an office in Pittsburgh that can help if you feel like you’re being discriminated against. The Pittsburgh Commission on Human Relations has been around since before the Civil Rights Act, and the…
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Another week, another layer of confusion for federal workers: this time in the form of an email telling them to list their accomplishments … or else. Amidst all the chaos, so many employees are looking for their next gig. Maybe even in the restaurant industry. Axios’ Anna Spiegel is here to break it down for us. Want some more DC news? Then make su…
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