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City Cast Salt Lake

City Cast Salt Lake is SLC’s daily news podcast. Join host Ali Vallarta and a bevy of smart and entertaining locals for conversations about the issues that matter most. City Cast Salt Lake will celebrate the city’s triumphs, explore its history, (try to) solve its mysteries, and it’ll help you feel more connected to the Wasatch Front – whether you’ve lived here for six months or six generations. Learn more and subscribe to our daily newsletter at saltlake.citycast.fm.

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35:36

SLC Council Member Booted, Data Center Referendum,...

City Cast Salt Lake ·

2026/05/15

Salt Lake City Council Member Eva Lopez Chavez got booted from her seat, after it was determined she didn’t live in her district. Executive producer Emily Means, former Salt Lake City Council Member Darin Mano, and Salt Lake Tribune reporter Robert Gehrke talk about what happens next. Plus, updates on the mega data center, picks for your weekend, and in our members-only segment: Billboard icon Julia Reagan is back. Resources and references: Embattled SLC Council member Eva Lopez Chavez forced

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22:01

How To Survive Kilby Block Party and Other Concerts

City Cast Salt Lake ·

2026/05/14

According to the Trib, there are more than 170 concerts to look forward to this summer at major venues in the Wasatch. Host Ali Vallarta asked avid concert goer Reuben Hoyos how to be Salt Lake’s best concert goer, no matter your age or earplug collection. This episode first aired on March 17, 2025. Get more from City Cast Salt Lake when you become a City Cast Salt Lake Neighbor. You’ll enjoy perks like ad-free listening, invitations to members only events and more. Join now at

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25:46

Is It Time To Stop Saving Lake Powell?

City Cast Salt Lake ·

2026/05/13

Northern Utah has begun sending up to 1 million acre feet of water to help fill Lake Powell on the Arizona border. How should Salt Lakers feel about this? Host Ali Vallarta asks Salt Lake Tribune reporter Brooke Larsen for the scoop as Utah tries to negotiate water with six other states and Mexico.Listen to Why 'Drain Lake Powell' Is Catching On, our interview with Zak Podmore about forcing dead pool. Get more from City Cast Salt Lake when you become a City Cast Salt Lake Neighbor. You’ll enjoy

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38:27

Supreme Court Justice Quits, Helpful Fires, Epic Ice...

City Cast Salt Lake ·

2026/05/12

Utah Supreme Court Justice Diana Hagen has resigned, after legislative leaders pushed to investigate her. Host Ali Vallarta, executive producer Emily Means, and producer Ivana Martinez talk about the response and impact. Plus, some good news for your Tuesday and local shoutouts. Resources and references: Utah Supreme Court Justice Diana Hagen resigns from bench after questions on relationships [FOX 13] Become a member of City Cast Salt Lake today! It’s the best way to support our work and

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33:05

How SLC Wants To Spend $499M

City Cast Salt Lake ·

2026/05/11

What’s in SLC Mayor Erin Mendenhall’s proposed $498.8 million budget? Host Ali Vallarta and executive producer Emily Means break down the new programs (and tax increases) to expect in our city and how you can weigh in on them. Read the city's proposed budget and find ways to participate. Listen to our episode on participatory budgeting. Become a member of City Cast Salt Lake today! It’s the best way to support our work and help make sure we are around for years to come. Get all the details and

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23:20

'Your City Could Be Better': Philly's Bold Nightlife...

City Cast Salt Lake ·

2026/05/10

Salt Lakers, would your city be better if the bars stayed open later? This summer, Philadelphia is anticipating a record-breaking number of tourists coming to town for World Cup games and semiquincentennial events, so the city is allowing its bars to stay open until 4 a.m. during most of June and July. City Cast CEO David Plotz talks with City Cast Philly podcast host Trenae Nuri about the city’s nightlife, and the pros and cons of this extended hours experiment. Plus, how to celebrate the nation’s

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39:51

Who To Blame for the Data Center, Parks for Mother's...

City Cast Salt Lake ·

2026/05/08

Utah is officially planning to build a massive data center, despite fierce community pushback. Host Ali Vallarta, executive producer Emily Means, and City Cast Salt Lake contributor Jack Stauss break down everything you need to know. Plus, Mother's Day park ideas, picks of the week, and a members-only bonus segment: how to hack a local house giveaway.Resources and references: At contentious meeting, Box Elder County OKs massive data center project backed by a celebrity investor [Salt Lake

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28:45

A New Plan for Liberty Park

City Cast Salt Lake ·

2026/05/07

The city has been working on a new vision for Liberty Park, and last night they finally shared it with the world. Host Ali Vallarta and producer Ivana Martinez talk through the highlights of the plan and their hopes and dreams for Salt Lake's oldest park.Find your perfect park using the City Cast Salt Lake parks map. Get more from City Cast Salt Lake when you become a City Cast Salt Lake Neighbor. You’ll enjoy perks like ad-free listening, invitations to members only events and more. Join now at

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30:44

Unraveling an SLC Tree Mystery

City Cast Salt Lake ·

2026/05/06

Fifteen mature trees were recently cut down at Trolley Square, but there’s more to the story. Host Ali Vallarta talks with Trolley Square owner Taymour Semnani and Salt Lake City Urban Forester Tony Gliot about the decision and if more trees are in danger of being lost.Find your perfect park using the City Cast Salt Lake parks map. Get more from City Cast Salt Lake when you become a City Cast Salt Lake Neighbor. You’ll enjoy perks like ad-free listening, invitations to members only events and

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43:53

King's English Backlash, Our Perfect Parks, Goodbye...

City Cast Salt Lake ·

2026/05/05

The King's English took heat over the weekend for promoting Gov. Spencer Cox's new book. Host Ali Vallarta, executive producer Emily Means, and newsletter editor Terina Ria discuss the backlash. Plus, finding our perfect park and local shoutouts. Resources and references: Utah bookstore cancels Gov. Cox promo after community backlash [Salt Lake Tribune] Find your perfect park using the City Cast Salt Lake parks map. Become a member of City Cast Salt Lake today! It’s the best way to

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28:50

We Visited 500+ Salt Lake Parks. Here's What We Found.

City Cast Salt Lake ·

2026/05/04

For two years, host Ali Vallarta has been visiting every park in Salt Lake County — around 500 of them. Now, she's officially done and has a totally unique resource to share. Ali chats with social media manager Molly Miloscia about her journey, the cool things she found, and how our parks could be even better. Check out our Salt Lake parks map! Get more from City Cast Salt Lake when you become a City Cast Salt Lake Neighbor. You’ll enjoy perks like ad-free listening, invitations to members only

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36:19

'World's Largest Data Center,' 400 South Chili's...

City Cast Salt Lake ·

2026/05/01

A massive data center is moving forward at lightning speed in northern Utah. Host Ali Vallarta, executive producer Emily Means, and City Cast Salt Lake contributor Andy Larsen discuss the forces behind it. Plus, the beloved 400 South Chili's is closing, picks for your weekend, and a members-only bonus segment: What should go in SLC's time capsule? Resources and references: Amid questions and concerns, Box Elder County leaders delay action on data center proposal [KSL] Submit questions

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32:42

Your Guide to May 2026 in Salt Lake

City Cast Salt Lake ·

2026/04/30

May in Salt Lake — is it spring? Is it summer? Why not both! Host Ali Vallarta, producer Ivana Martinez, and newsletter editor Terina Ria bring you a guide to making the most of this month, from sheepdog racing to dinner parties. Plus, listen to this episode for even more coffee recs.For even more tips on how to make the most of May in Salt Lake, check out our daily newsletter. City Cast Salt Lake is made possible by our awesome sponsor, Red Butte Garden. We’re also powered by our members, who

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25:46

Utah’s New Poo Guidelines

City Cast Salt Lake ·

2026/04/29

Utahns love to get outside, but when you gotta go … you gotta go. Host Ali Vallarta asks Angelique Fish, cofounder of the Women's Wine Hiking Society, how to poop outdoors tactfully and keep our trails clean all summer long.This episode first aired on Dec. 12, 2025. Get more from City Cast Salt Lake when you become a City Cast Salt Lake Neighbor. You’ll enjoy perks like ad-free listening, invitations to members only events and more. Join now at membership.citycast.fm. Subscribe to our daily

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42:32

Crowded Democratic Primary, $4/Month For Clean...

City Cast Salt Lake ·

2026/04/28

A bunch of candidates will be on your ballot for the Congressional District One Democratic primary. Host Ali Vallarta, executive producer Emily Means, and newsletter editor Terina Ria break down the results from this weekend's nominating conventions. Plus, a new clean energy program in SLC and shout outs. Resources and references: Liban Mohamed is the Utah Democratic convention pick in the new 1st district [KUER] Coming soon to your monthly power bill in SLC: a $4 clean energy fee [Salt

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31:59

Food Waste Is Renewable Energy in SLC

City Cast Salt Lake ·

2026/04/27

What do you actually know about composting? Host Ali Vallarta talks with Momentum Recycling’s marketing specialist Hyrum Wendel about what Salt Lakers get wrong, and how to get started without the stink.Resources and references: How To Compost in Salt Lake City [City Cast Salt Lake] Get more from City Cast Salt Lake when you become a City Cast Salt Lake Neighbor. You’ll enjoy perks like ad-free listening, invitations to members only events and more. Join now at membership.citycast.fm

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25:11

'Your City Could Be Better': Meet Nashville's Rogue...

City Cast Salt Lake ·

2026/04/26

Are DIY urban projects the key to improving the infrastructure in cities like Salt Lake? The grassroots group To Nashville, With Love has built and installed 60 benches at bus stops around Nashville, all without government approval. City Cast CEO David Plotz talks with City Cast Nashville podcast host Marie Cecile Anderson about what this guerrilla campaign is doing, why it’s gotten pushback from the city, and where Nashville’s Tactical Urbanism program fits into all this. Plus, the unique

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42:16

Council Member Lopez Chavez Allegations, 'Yesteryear'...

City Cast Salt Lake ·

2026/04/24

Multiple women have accused Salt Lake City Council member and congressional candidate Eva Lopez Chavez of unwanted "sexual" advances. Executive producer Emily Means, Salt Lake Tribune reporter Robert Gehrke, and City Cast Salt Lake contributor Cassie Bingham break down the story and its impacts. Plus, the book everyone is talking about takes inspo from Utah, and a members-only segment about ways to save money this weekend. Resources and references: Four people accuse Eva Lopez Chavez, a SLC

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39:02

How To Make Friends in SLC

City Cast Salt Lake ·

2026/04/23

The number one question we get asked is how to make friends in Utah. Your wish is our command! Host Ali Vallarta, newsletter editor Terina Ria, and social media manager Molly Miloscia brainstorm some ways to meet new people in Salt Lake, whether you're a DINK, a SINK, or … a DILDO?Here are even more ideas for making friends in Salt Lake City. Get more from City Cast Salt Lake when you become a City Cast Salt Lake Neighbor. You’ll enjoy perks like ad-free listening, invitations to members only

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35:26

Salt Lake’s Naughty Dog Problem

City Cast Salt Lake ·

2026/04/22

Salt Lake, we need to talk about naughty dogs. Professional canine coach Mo Lynch Vashel trains host Ali Vallarta on what dog owners can do to protect their pets and neighbors from undue stress on trails, sidewalks, and breweries. Get more from City Cast Salt Lake when you become a City Cast Salt Lake Neighbor. You’ll enjoy perks like ad-free listening, invitations to members only events and more. Join now at membership.citycast.fm. Subscribe to our daily morning newsletter. You can also find us

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