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City Cast Madison

Join the City Cast Madison team 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. On City Cast Madison, host Bianca Martin collects people wherever she goes, like an endless conga line. She peers into our city’s soul with a journalist’s skepticism and an optimist’s heart. Whether you’re an OG Madisonian or a newcomer, all neighbors are welcome here. Learn more and subscribe to our daily newsletter, Madison

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37:27

Who’s Got the Best Ice Cream in Madison?

City Cast Madison ·

2025/06/05

I scream, you scream, we all scream for ice cream! Wisconsin is America’s Dairyland, so you can bet Madison knows a thing or two about ice cream. But with such an abundance of flavors to choose from, whose cream reigns supreme? The whole City Cast Madison crew is on a mission to find out. Listen in as we eat our way through Madison’s best ice cream. You’ll never guess who our favorite is.🍦 You know what else is sweet? Victory. We’re in the running for Madison Magazine’s 2025 Best of Madison

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26:57

It’s Crunch Time For the Wisconsin Supreme Court

City Cast Madison ·

2025/06/04

The Wisconsin Supreme Court is expected to issue a host of decisions on some major legal cases this month. What’s the rush? Justice Ann Walsh Bradley is retiring and the justices must issue decisions on all of the cases they’ve heard arguments for before the term ends on June 30. The clock is ticking. To get the details on the court’s inner workings and the cases before it, we spoke with Erin McGroarty, the state government and disinformation reporter at the Cap Times. ⚖️ Plus, the jury is still

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30:46

What To Expect From Madison’s Newest Music Venue

City Cast Madison ·

2025/06/03

Been to any good shows lately? Madison is getting a brand new music venue in a historic east side building later this month. Atwood Music Hall opens June 13 with a star-studded show and continues the month with a nod to all the talent Madison has to offer. Ahead of the opening, host Bianca Martin sat down with venue owner Toffer Christensen to learn about the new space and get his takes on where Madison’s music scene is thriving and where it’s falling flat. 🗳️ Like what we’re doing? Vote for us in

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33:17

How Queer Friendly is Madison, Really?

City Cast Madison ·

2025/06/02

It’s officially June, which means it’s Pride Month, y’all! On paper, Madison is a pretty queer-friendly city. Many of our government officials, from City Council to the U.S. Senate, identify as part of the LGBTQ+ community. The city and county are both self-proclaimed trangender sanctuaries. We also have tons of queer-owned businesses, several LGBTQ+ non-profits, and drag shows galore. But even with all of that, there’s still room for growth. So today we’re asking the question — how queer friendly

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33:36

Nurses Strike, Missing Boater Recovered, New Building...

City Cast Madison ·

2025/05/30

It may have been a shortened week but that doesn’t mean it wasn’t a newsy one! The City Cast Madison team is here for the Friday news roundup to fill you in on the stories you need to know. Host Bianca Martin has the latest on the historic UnityPoint Health - Meriter nurses strike. Producer Jade Iseri-Ramos gives a sobering update on the search for a missing boater on Lake Monona. And executive producer Hayley Sperling gives the scoop on some new apartments popping up around town. Mentioned on

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33:54

Your Guide To June 2025 in Madison

City Cast Madison ·

2025/05/29

Summer is here! The city is buzzing with life and the City Cast Madison team is here with tips for how to make the most out of June in Madison. From festivals and flotillas to pinball and heavy metal, there’s truly something for everyone. Are you ready for it?Wanna talk to us about an episode? Leave us a voicemail at 608-318-3367 or email madison@citycast.fm. We’re also on Instagram! You can get more Madison news delivered right to your inbox by subscribing to the Madison Minutes morning

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21:00

Don’t Miss Morel Season in Madison

City Cast Madison ·

2025/05/28

It’s mushroom season y’all! And more importantly, it’s morel mushroom season. These coveted fungi can fetch $50 per pound at your local farmers’ market. But they’re free to pick in state parks and forests — if you can find them. So where do you look? We turned to expert Melissa Klotka to find out.This show originally aired on May 25, 2023. Wanna talk to us about an episode? Leave us a voicemail at 608-318-3367 or email madison@citycast.fm. We’re also on Instagram! You can get more Madison news

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37:36

Madison’s Most Toxic Traits

City Cast Madison ·

2025/05/27

None of us are perfect. Everyone’s got that thing they do as a Madisonian that could be considered toxic, whether it's actually hurting somebody else or not. It’s time to spill the tea on Madison’s most toxic traits, from bad manners on the bike trail to the sorry state of our lakes. The City Cast Madison team dishes on our hot takes, plus we hear from you! What’s Madison’s most toxic trait? Tune in to find out.Have toxic thoughts of your own? Text or leave us a voicemail with your name and you

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29:13

Nurses Set to Strike, Exciting Local Groundbreakings,...

City Cast Madison ·

2025/05/23

Buckle up because it’s time for another Friday news roundup! The City Cast Madison podcast team is here to break down the biggest local stories of the week. Producer Jade Iseri-Ramos has news on some exciting new construction around town, including a new 911 operations center and the Imagination Center. Executive producer Hayley Sperling has the latest on the impending nurses’ strike. And host Bianca Martin brings us into election season with Judge Chris Taylor’s announcement that she’s running for

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29:14

Madison’s Hottest New Restaurants

City Cast Madison ·

2025/05/22

Madison’s restaurant scene is growing, and fast. Blink and you just might miss your next favorite place to eat. To catch us up on what’s new and notable in town, we chat with Lindsay Christians, food and culture editor at the Cap Times. Her latest article highlights 24 newly opened restaurants in Madison, as well as some recent closures. Hungry? Let’s dig in. Join us every Thursday as we explore Madison's food culture, from the brewers and bakers to the chefs and cheesemakers. Wanna talk to us

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37:29

How the Mallards Threw Madison a Curveball

City Cast Madison ·

2025/05/21

The Madison Mallards are celebrating their 25th season this year! This is a pretty big deal, considering Madison historically has never had a taste for baseball. Today, we’re taking a look back at the team’s origin story, how they helped shape the world of collegiate summer baseball, and how they changed the city’s attitude toward the sport. To get the details, we spoke with Tom Alesia, longtime local writer and author of the new book “Baseball Like It Oughta Be: How a Shoe Salesman’s Madison

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30:27

Take a Trip to Another Dimension at Dr. Evermor's...

City Cast Madison ·

2025/05/20

It’s Tuesday, and we’re taking Must See Madison on the road! Producer Jade Iseri-Ramos is on a mission to experience some of the best day trips Wisconsin has to offer. Her first stop? Dr. Evermor's Sculpture Park in Sauk County. Host Bianca Martin caught up with Jade after her trip to get the details.Wanna talk to us about an episode? Leave us a voicemail at 608-318-3367 or email madison@citycast.fm. We’re also on Instagram! Want more Madison news delivered right to your inbox? Subscribe to the

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29:28

Why These Bugs are Swarming Madison Right Now

City Cast Madison ·

2025/05/19

Warm weather is here and so are the bugs! If you’ve been to one of our beautiful lakes recently, or just stepped outside, you may have witnessed swarms of lakeflies filling the sky. Where the heck did they come from, and what other insects can we expect to see this season? To answer these questions and more, we caught up with the Wisconsin Bug Guy himself, PJ Liesch, who runs the UW-Madison Insect Diagnostic Lab. Grab your bug spray and dive in! Wanna talk to us about an episode? Leave us a

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41:01

Madison Libraries Celebrate 150 Years, School...

City Cast Madison ·

2025/05/16

Happy Friday, Madison! The City Cast Madison team is here to catch you up on yet another busy week of news. And this week, we have a special guest. Madison Public Library marketing manager Liz Boyd joins us to talk about the hottest party of the year: Madison Public Library’s 150th birthday party! Plus, newsletter editor Rob Thomas has an update on the Abundant Life Christian School shooting. And executive producer Hayley Sperling and host Bianca Martin have good news and bad news from Metro

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22:30

Welcome Back, Hạ Long Bay

City Cast Madison ·

2025/05/15

The moment Madison has been waiting for is finally here. Hạ Long Bay is back open on Willy Street! Officially, it’s a soft opening, which means the restaurant is open for limited dine-in and takeout service and offering a preview of its new bar menu. The iconic east side restaurant is now under the ownership of Jacqueline and Stephanie Le, nieces of founder Jean Tran. Over the past year, the duo has been busy updating the restaurant while keeping the family’s traditions and recipes alive. In honor

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35:38

The Bounty Is the Coolest Spot in Madison You’ve...

City Cast Madison ·

2025/05/14

Picture this. You’re standing at a 1950s garden party and everyone around you is dressed perfectly on theme — polo shirts, khaki pants, and pearls galore. Then you turn your head and are transported to the ultimate Northwoods cabin, decked out with taxidermied animals, flannels, and vintage fireplaces. Confused? Welcome to The Bounty. The South Park Street shop and makerspace creates "environmental narratives” that tell stories. But what’s the story behind The Bounty itself? We sat down with owner J

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27:08

Get Your Cream Puff on at Stoughton's 2025 Syttende...

City Cast Madison ·

2025/05/13

Dust off that bunad and get ready to eat some lefse because Stoughton's annual Syttende Mai celebration is right around the corner! Festivals may be a dime a dozen in the summer, but this is the only one that will transport you to Norway without having to get on a plane. To get the scoop on what to expect from this year’s fest, we caught up with Sarah Ebert, president of Stoughton Chamber of Commerce.Wanna talk to us about an episode? Leave us a voicemail at 608-318-3367 or email

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32:11

A Madison Therapist’s Tips For Boosting Your Mental...

City Cast Madison ·

2025/05/12

May is Mental Health Awareness Month and more than ever, people are looking to take control of their mental well-being and find support through therapy and wellness. But sometimes it’s hard to know where to start. Thankfully you don’t have to go it alone. Today, we talk with Myra Renne, founder and executive director of Anesis Therapy, about mental health resources in Madison and steps you can take right now to give yourself a little more love. Wanna talk to us about an episode? Leave us a

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37:33

Local Media Shakeups, Mother Fool’s Hit by Car...

City Cast Madison ·

2025/05/09

Happy Friday, Madison! We’ve made it through another busy week and the City Cast Madison team is here to dig into the top stories. Host Bianca Martin talks about the impending layoffs at Wisconsin Public Radio amid federal budget cuts. Executive producer Hayley Sperling asks why people keep driving into buildings on Willy Street and beyond (!!!). And Madison Minutes newsletter editor Rob Thomas has a mixed bag of restaurant news. Plus, it’s falcon time! Mentioned on the show: WORT-FM could see

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28:18

Why This Madison Donut Shop Has a Cult Following

City Cast Madison ·

2025/05/08

Level 5 Donuts has taken the isthmus by storm. After getting started selling their vegan sweets at festivals and coffee shops around town, Level 5 is now leveling up its business with a brick-and-mortar store. We sat down with Caitlin Rockey, the co-owner and head baker at Level 5 to learn more about how their Atwood store came to be and what it’s like to lead a donut cult.Join us every Thursday as we explore Madison's food culture, from the brewers and bakers to the chefs and cheesemakers. Wanna

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