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City Cast Las Vegas

City Cast Las Vegas is an an award-winning daily podcast and newsletter created by and for locals (and locals-at-heart) that’ll challenge the easy narratives about our city … and, okay, maybe confirm a few of them, too. Join us every weekday morning for the messy, delightful, complicated conversations that Las Vegans are having: You’ll hear us ask hard questions about where we’ll get our water when Lake Mead runs out, and how we’ll keep housing affordable. We’ll argue over our favorite Chinatown

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24:30

Insanely Good Ramen for Every Season in Las Vegas

City Cast Las Vegas ·

2025/09/18

Ramen is the new pizza. At least, that’s how local food influencer Philip Tzeng (@LasVegasFill) sees it. With steamy broths, slurpable noodles, and long waitlists, ramen has exploded in Las Vegas, and today he joins co-host Dayvid Figler to dish on where to find the city’s best bowls. And as Vegas slowly transitions out of summer (emphasis on slowly), Phil shares some of the best spots for cold ramen, proving it’s a dish that hits the spot whether you’re cooling off or cozying up.Mentioned in

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33:01

CCSD Superintendent Jhone Ebert Grades Her First 100...

City Cast Las Vegas ·

2025/09/17

When Superintendent Jhone Ebert took up her post at the helm of the Clark County School District this year, she inherited contract disputes, low morale, and flagging student test scores. But Ebert came in with an ambitious 100 Day Plan — so now, three months in, how's she doing? Co-host Dayvid Figler sits down with the Superintendent to discuss the changes she's put into place, and why she thinks CCSD schools deserve a better rap. Learn more about the sponsors of this September 17th episode: AFAN

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28:07

The New Vegas Commercial That Everyone Hates

City Cast Las Vegas ·

2025/09/16

At the beginning of September, Las Vegas Convention and Visitors Authority launched "Welcome to Fabulous," a new campaign aiming to boost our city's flagging tourism numbers — and the ⁠60-second commercial⁠ at the heart of the campaign has been widely panned by locals. So what's wrong with the ad, and why do locals hate it so much? Co-host Dayvid Figler talks with Shahab Zargari, an award-winning filmmaker and marketing expert at UNLV, and Scott Roeben, AKA Vital Vegas, industry commentator and

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24:22

Was Las Vegas Ever Truly a Wild West Town?

City Cast Las Vegas ·

2025/09/15

Las Vegas loves to promote its cowboy bonafides — from Vegas Vic to our Helldorado Days and rodeo events — but how much of that is advertising, and how much of that is actual history? Was Las Vegas ever really part of the Wild West? Co-host Sarah Lohman sits down with UNLV history professor Michael Green, who explains just how much of a frontier town Vegas really was. Learn more about the sponsors of this September 15th episode: AFAN Black & White Gala Rita Deanin Abbey Art Museum Want to get in

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36:11

Robo-Taxis Hit the Strip, a Suburban Sex Club Angers...

City Cast Las Vegas ·

2025/09/12

Las Vegas is still standing after last month's state government cyberattack, so we're digging into the biggest local headlines from this week. Co-host Dayvid Figler is joined by the Nevada Independent’s Andrew Kiraly and City Cast Las Vegas executive producer Sonja Cho Swanson to unpack three spicy stories: a ⁠rumored sex club⁠ riling up a Northwest neighborhood, Clark County Commissioner Justin Jones announcing he ⁠won’t seek reelection⁠ (amid scandal) in his influential district, and the rise of

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26:51

The Best Margaritas in Las Vegas

City Cast Las Vegas ·

2025/09/11

Whether it’s a $1.99 casino special, a $20 yard-long, or a $50 top-shelf blend behind a hidden door, Las Vegas is arguably the margarita capital of the country. Co-host Dayvid Figler joins co-host and food historian Sarah Lohman, along with Hey Las Vegas editor Rob Kachelriess, to explore our city’s surprising ties to the margarita, from the drink’s fuzzy origin story to the rise of yard-long slushies on the Strip. Plus, they share where to find the best (and most unique) margs in town. With Mexican

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32:03

Do Nevada’s Red Flag Laws Do Enough to Prevent...

City Cast Las Vegas ·

2025/09/10

After Las Vegan Shane Tamura was named as the shooter in last month's high-profile Manhattan shooting, NY governor Kathy Hochul blamed Nevada's lax gun laws. Turns out, it's a little more complicated than that: Nevada actually passed a pivotal "red flag" law in 2020 that allows law enforcement to temporarily take firearms away from people who pose a threat to themselves or others — but it's barely been used. In 2024, Nevada courts granted just 27 high-risk protection orders, while other states with

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28:12

Why Everyone’s Mad at NV Energy Right Now

City Cast Las Vegas ·

2025/09/09

A controversial 9% rate hike from NV Energy is set to be voted on this month, just as a state cyberattack delays public input and a scandal over decades of customer overcharges fuels public outrage. Co-host Dayvid Figler talks with Camalot Todd of the Nevada Conservation League and Jacob Solis of Battle Born Progress to unpack why frustration with Nevada’s largest utility is reaching a boiling point.As of publication, the Public Utilities Commission of Nevada’s website has remained down and the

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20:25

Vegas Showbiz Myths Debunked

City Cast Las Vegas ·

2025/09/08

Did Sinatra really make a porn? Who was actually the first magician on the Strip? Did Barbara Streisand beat Elvis to the International Hotel? It's only natural that the entertainment industry in Las Vegas, city of spectacle, would foster so many tall tales. So Corey Levitan, creator of the Vegas Myths Busted column at Casino.org, quizzes our hosts, Dayvid Figler and Sarah Lohman, on the wildest myths and actual truths from the history of Vegas showbiz. Play along and let us know how you did! Learn

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32:53

Blake Lively vs. Perez Hilton, Tesla Tunnel...

City Cast Las Vegas ·

2025/09/05

This week’s Friday News Roundup has everything: celebrity courtroom drama, Tesla Tunnel weirdness, and an underground bunker house straight out of a sci-fi movie. A ⁠legal battle⁠ between Blake Lively and Perez Hilton is playing out right here in Vegas — raising big questions about gossip, journalism, and free speech. Co-host Dayvid Figler is joined by artist Brent Holmes and Hey Las Vegas editor Rob Kachelriess to make sense of it all. They also dig into why the Boring Company wants to ⁠build

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25:00

Where to Find Every Style of Pizza in Las Vegas

City Cast Las Vegas ·

2025/09/04

Sure, New York and Chicago get all the pizza glory — but has Las Vegas quietly become the most exciting pizza city in the country? Ahead of the Las Vegas Pizza Festival happening this fall, co-host Dayvid Figler chats with Las Vegas Weekly’s Amber Sampson about her mouthwatering deep-dive into the local pizza scene. From caramelized Detroit-style corners and cracker-thin Chicago tavern pies to Indian curry pizzas and Brooklyn slices topped with four cheeses, Amber dishes on what makes Vegas pizza so

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25:13

Is the Rio Ready For a Comeback?

City Cast Las Vegas ·

2025/09/03

The Rio once helped redefine the Las Vegas experience, with its all-suite rooms, Masquerade Village, and sky-high energy. But after years of decline, can it reclaim its place in Vegas history? Co-host Dayvid Figler sits down with Rio CEO Patrick Miller to talk about the massive revamp, why mascot Rio Rita is roaming the floor again, how locals still fit into the equation, and what it really takes to pull off Vegas’ biggest comeback.Want to get in touch? Follow us @CityCastVegas on ⁠Instagram⁠, or

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33:18

Your Guide to September 2025 in Las Vegas

City Cast Las Vegas ·

2025/09/02

The leaves may not change color on the Valley floor, but September still brings a big shift to Las Vegas: there's finally stuff to do again! In this episode, community advocate Patricia Haddad Bennett joins co-hosts Sarah Lohman and Dayvid Figler to share their best tips for making the most of early fal l— from new food gems in Henderson and Summerlin to a stargazing party at Red Rock. They dish on their favorite seasonal rituals and local happenings, including how to snag free tickets to a highly

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36:30

The Statewide Cyberattack, the Problem with a New...

City Cast Las Vegas ·

2025/08/29

As the week wraps up, the fallout from the cyberattack that downed state government systems from Medicaid to the DMV continues to impact Nevadans — so why didn't Governor Lombardo show up at the first press briefing about it, and did his appearance yesterday give us any more answers? Co-hosts Sarah Lohman and Dayvid Figler chat with Nevada Current editor April Corbin Girnus about the political implications of the attack, as well as why plans for the new airport by Jean are facing criticism from

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21:31

A Hot Dog Tour of Las Vegas

City Cast Las Vegas ·

2025/08/28

Every regional American food finds its way to Las Vegas, and the hot dog is no exception: Food writer Brent Holmes tells co-host Dayvid Figler where to get the best snappy beef franks of Chicago, chili-loaded Coney Island dogs from Detroit, and bacon-wrapped Sonora hot dogs in Las Vegas — just in time for Labor Day and the dog days of summer.Learn more about the sponsors of this August 28th episode: ⁠Woven⁠ Want to get in touch? Follow us @CityCastVegas on ⁠Instagram⁠, or email us at

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25:17

Is Vegas Really Dead?

City Cast Las Vegas ·

2025/08/27

Las Vegas is at the center of a growing national narrative — one filled with dramatic headlines, viral outrage, and talk of economic decline. Co-host Dayvid Figler sits down with Scott Roeben of Vital Vegas to separate fact from frenzy. Is the Strip really struggling, or is this just a case of exaggerated doom and gloom? From falling visitor numbers and pricey margaritas to corporate missteps and political noise, we unpack what's really going on behind the scenes, and what it means for the city’s

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25:35

Why Treating Heat Like an Emergency Could Finally...

City Cast Las Vegas ·

2025/08/26

At the end of every summer, Las Vegans add another notch to their belt — when you're here for the long haul, you learn to live with the heat. But the long stretches of extreme heat that we're experiencing is new: Reno and Las Vegas are the country's two fastest-warming cities, and the number of heat-related deaths is growing every year. Legislators from the Southwest are trying to get extreme heat classified as a natural disaster, but why is it so hard to address? Co-host Dayvid Figler talks with

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24:04

So Are Airbnbs Legal Now, Or What?

City Cast Las Vegas ·

2025/08/25

Short-term rentals (or STRs) like Airbnbs have been a hot topic in the local headlines over the last few years. We talked with two STR owners back in 2023 when they first challenged the County's regulations, but since then, they've taken the County to court, including hearings in front of the Nevada Supreme Court. So where does it all stand now? Are STRs legal in Clark County, and what kinds of regulations would actually make sense for our neighborhoods? Co-hosts Sarah Lohman and Dayvid Figler

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35:31

Sex Sting Fuels Conspiracy Theories, Corporate Home...

City Cast Las Vegas ·

2025/08/22

While underage sex stings (à la "Catch a Predator") are fairly regular local operations, the most recent such effort nabbed an Israeli cybersecurity official — and unleashed both international conspiracy theories and public furor between local officials. Co-hosts Dayvid Figler and Sarah Lohman discuss this and other news with Nevada Current reporter Michael MJ Lyle, including the revelation that the top two biggest landlords in the Valley are both corporations, and an appreciation for how the "fake

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23:25

Las Vegas Breweries with the Best Craft Beer

City Cast Las Vegas ·

2025/08/21

As summer winds down, tickets for fall beer festivals are coming online — so we're bringing back a conversation co-host Sarah Lohman had with beer expert Phillip Garcia from Khoury's Fine Wines and Spirits. They talk about the best locally-brewed beers in Las Vegas and where to drink them.Learn more about the sponsors of this August 21st episode: Southern Nevada Water Authority Want to get in touch? Follow us @CityCastVegas on Instagram, or email us at lasvegas@citycast.fm. You can also call or

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