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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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42:53

1,200-Bed Homeless Shelter on Westside? Mushroom...

City Cast Salt Lake ·

2025/05/16

The state wants to put a 1,200-bed homeless campus somewhere in Salt Lake City, and City Cast has the scoop on one possible location. Executive producer Emily Means, producer Ivana Martinez, and community organizer Chandler Rosenberg discuss the site and its potential impacts. Plus, a psychedelic mushroom church, a new death club, and airport mice.Resources and references: State Eyes SLC's Westside For Homeless Campus [Hey Salt Lake] A psychedelic sacrament. A Provo police raid. What

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23:59

Wanna Meet New People in Salt Lake? Here's Some...

City Cast Salt Lake ·

2025/05/15

One of the most commonly asked questions we get is, "How do you make friends here?" Our neighbors seem like the perfect place to start — if we could just work up the courage to say, "hi." Dr. Maria Blevins, associate professor of communications at Utah Valley University, joins executive producer Emily Means to share ways to cut through the awkwardness and be better neighbors. Having a conflict with your neighbor? Learn how to disagree better. Get more from City Cast Salt Lake when you become a

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23:35

Salt Lake’s Best Hidden Gems

City Cast Salt Lake ·

2025/05/14

Where are Salt Lake’s hidden gems? Local explorer Darienne Debrule tells host Ali Vallarta about tucked away shops, restaurants and experiences you need to check out. 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 Hey Salt Lake, our daily morning newsletter. You can also find us on Instagram @CityCastSLC. Looking to advertise

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38:37

Utah’s Take on DOGE, Great Salt Lake Fatigue, Lesbian...

City Cast Salt Lake ·

2025/05/13

Gov. Spencer Cox is taking cues from Elon Musk and rolling out Utah’s version of DOGE. Socio-pop anthropologist Cassie Bingham and executive producer Emily Means break down what government efficiency actually means. Plus, a lesbian burger joint, the Great Salt Lake hits national news (again), and a hot seat on the Salt Lake County council. Resources and references: Gov. Cox, ‘so excited’ about DOGE, just announced a similar initiative for Utah [Salt Lake Tribune] The Great Salt Lake is

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24:52

How Can SLC Make More Neighborhoods Like Central 9th?

City Cast Salt Lake ·

2025/05/12

The Central Ninth neighborhood is popping off while downtown SLC fights off chains. Host Ali Vallarta asks Darin Mano, the chair of Salt Lake’s Community Reinvestment Agency, what the city is doing about it. We reference the episode “How to Keep Main Street Bars From Closing.” 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 Hey

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43:07

Is SLC Mayor Trolling the Legislature? More $$ for...

City Cast Salt Lake ·

2025/05/09

It was a big week for Salt Lake City Mayor Erin Mendenhall, from making national headlines over new pride flags to releasing her proposed $512 million budget. Host Ali Vallarta and executive producer Emily Means break down the highlights and lowlights. Plus, touring the Walker Center, a great sauna place, and tusks up for the Utah Mammoth. Resources and references: Book a tour for the Walker Center. Check out the SLC Mayor’s budget breakdown. [Hey Salt Lake] Download PDFs of SLC's

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25:36

Salt Lake Patios for This Gorgeous Weather

City Cast Salt Lake ·

2025/05/08

It’s patio season! Deck enthusiast Diana Martinez joins host Ali Vallarta to count down the best bars, restaurants, and cafes for working remotely in the sun, happy hour, or a long brunch.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 Hey Salt Lake, our daily morning newsletter. You can also find us on Instagram

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31:04

SLC Flag Loophole, Where To Get Fluoride, Baby Bison

City Cast Salt Lake ·

2025/05/07

Utah’s flag and fluoride bans go into effect today, but host Ali Vallarta and executive producer Emily Means explore some sneaky workarounds. Plus, where to see baby bison, a local savant, and Benson Boone in SLC. Resources and references: As Utah’s fluoride ban begins, health officials urge Utahns to protect their teeth [Utah News Dispatch] Here are 5 ways Utahns can get fluoride after tap water ban takes effect [Salt Lake Tribune] Baby bison at Antelope Island [KUTV 2] Become a

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31:22

Need Medicaid? Utah Wants You To Apply for 48 Jobs.

City Cast Salt Lake ·

2025/05/06

Utah's Medicaid program has been fully expanded for five years, with no work requirements since COVID hit. But now the state's Dept. of Health and Human Services wants to add them. Host Ali Vallarta asks Stephanie Burdick, a consumer representative on Utah's Medicaid advisory committee, what's on the table and how it could impact all of us. Resources and references: Dental care resources for Medicaid patients ProtectMedicaidUtah.org The next public hearing for Medicaid expansion work

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19:02

Disaster Prepping Tips From a Pro

City Cast Salt Lake ·

2025/05/05

Did you blink and miss the 3.9-magnitude earthquake last week? It’s a gentle reminder to get ready for "the big one” scientists expect to hit Salt Lake one of these days. Host Ali Vallarta chatted with Taylorsville prepper Emily Cottam about her tips for putting together a 72-hour kit and preparing for hard times. This episode first aired March 27, 2023. 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

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44:53

Horse Gambling in Utah? Crumbl Gets Sued, Hockey Club...

City Cast Salt Lake ·

2025/05/02

The Kentucky Derby is this weekend, and our money is on Journalism! Host Ali Vallarta and executive producer Emily Means explore Utah’s horseracing scene and why, according to Utah’s Supreme Court, horses are an exemption to gambling. Plus, SLC enforces a ban on astroturf, the leaked Hockey Club name, local May Day, and Crumbl v. Warner Music Group.Resources and references: Utah Gov. Cox issues drought executive order, urges Utahns to conserve water [Utah News Dispatch] Weekly lawn

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35:45

Your Guide to May 2025 in Salt Lake

City Cast Salt Lake ·

2025/05/01

It's May in Salt Lake, when the sunshine — or lack thereof — can make or break your patio experience. Host Ali Vallarta, producer Ivana Martinez, and Hey Salt Lake newsletter editor Terina Ria bring you a guide to what to expect and how to make the most of this month, from cheap margaritas to a mobile book shop to a killer zipline deal. Plus, if you take advantage of the plant sales this month, don’t miss our episode on gardening advice for plant killers and renters.If you're new here, welcome

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27:51

How Salt Lake ERs Compare to ‘The Pitt’

City Cast Salt Lake ·

2025/04/30

Host Ali Vallarta is obsessed with "The Pitt," a new medical drama that chronicles one 15-hour shift in a downtown Pittsburgh emergency room. But how closely does it mirror Salt Lake ERs? Local emergency medicine Dr. Aly Smith shares how the cases and the institutional issues stack up.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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33:44

Big Scammer Weekend, Anti-Union Law Oppo, 2026...

City Cast Salt Lake ·

2025/04/29

A law that neuters Utah's public sector labor unions is getting a second chance at death. Host Ali Vallarta and executive producer Emily Means give the latest update on the Protect Utah Workers referendum. Plus, a huge weekend for scammers, an early Mother’s Day event, and the origins of SLC’s sticker machines. Resources and references: State auditor: Employee stole more than $100,000 from a Salt Lake County liquor store over more than three years [Salt Lake Tribune] Utah couple

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29:52

Can the Rio Grande Plan Guys Convince Utah To Bury...

City Cast Salt Lake ·

2025/04/28

An idea to bury the train tracks dividing the east and west sides of SLC could bring $12 billion of economic impact to Salt Lake County. But that doesn't mean the Rio Grande Plan has the greenlight. Host Ali Vallarta asks Taylor Larsen, one of the project's organizers, where it fits with other big developments on the horizon and what's next. Required listening: how the Rio Grande Plan came to be. Get more from City Cast Salt Lake when you become a City Cast Salt Lake Neighbor. You’ll enjoy perks

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39:55

Utah Nonprofits Play Defense, 20+ Years for Running...

City Cast Salt Lake ·

2025/04/25

Utah's environmental organizations were in a frenzy this week due to President Trump’s rumor mill. Host Ali Vallarta and executive producer Emily Means discuss the administration's latest impacts on local nonprofits. Plus, a Navajo Nation community in Utah finally gets running water, The Beach Boys' Salt Lake ties, and a Met Gala fundraiser for teachers. Resources and references: Planned Parenthood of Utah announces clinic closures [Instagram] A Navajo Nation community has running water after

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23:42

How You Can Make Salt Lake's Sidewalks Better

City Cast Salt Lake ·

2025/04/24

A new opportunity to audit your sidewalk could lead to better walking experiences across the Salt Lake valley. HEAL Utah policy analyst Katie Balakir tells host Ali Vallarta what makes a great sidewalk and how to participate in this grassroots data project. Start with HEAL Utah’s walk audit toolkit. 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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26:00

Where Hot Girls Shop in SLC

City Cast Salt Lake ·

2025/04/23

Time to bury your puffy coat and refresh the wardrobe. Host Ali Vallarta and her friend Kate Groetzinger riff on the best places in Salt Lake to find a new fit, considering price, quality, and style. 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 Hey Salt Lake, our daily morning newsletter. You can also find us on Instagram

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36:55

Millcreek Deportation Orders, Another Teacher Union...

City Cast Salt Lake ·

2025/04/22

Utah's school voucher program — a core tenant of Republicans' education strategy — has been ruled unconstitutional. Host Ali Vallarta and executive producer Emily Means discuss the case and what happens next. Plus, Millcreek's mayor pushes back (again) on the Trump administration's deportation agenda, recognition for an influential local researcher, and good neighbors in Kanab. Resources and references: Judge rules 'Utah Fits All' voucher program is unconstitutional [FOX 13] ‘That’s not

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26:01

How To Feed Every Utahn

City Cast Salt Lake ·

2025/04/21

Beginning in July, about 40,000 Utah kids will be eligible for free lunch — good news in a state where one in eight of us experience food insecurity. But there's still more work to do. Host Ali Vallarta asks Gina Cornia, executive director of Utahns Against Hunger, what it would take to eradicate hunger in Utah. Learn more about one Republican legislator's plan to feed students. Get more from City Cast Salt Lake when you become a City Cast Salt Lake Neighbor. You’ll enjoy perks like ad-free

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