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City Cast DC

City Cast DC is the daily, local audio companion you knew DC needed.. Washingtonians are deeply passionate about our city, whose story is still being written, and City Cast DC is here to tell it. Every weekday morning, our hosts Michael Schaffer and Bridget Todd will engage people from all over the eight wards in conversation about DC’s crises and its beauty, both literal and figurative. It’ll have the feel of eavesdropping on an energetic and informative coffee shop chat, except that with City

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40:30

All the GOP DC Bills — And Whether Eleanor Holmes...

City Cast DC ·

2025/09/15

It’s no secret that DC is facing holy hell on Capitol Hill. But are the city’s leaders doing all they can to advocate for themselves in front of a Congress that seems to despise self-government in the District? DC Councilmember Christina Henderson joined us to talk through the Congressional bills currently targeting the District, Eleanor Holmes Norton’s poor performance last Wednesday, and about whether Mayor Muriel Bowser and the rest of our elected officials are up to the unprecedented challenge

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27:06

More Congressional Interference, Trump Dines Out, and...

City Cast DC ·

2025/09/12

We’re talking about the end of Trump’s police takeover and dissecting the House’s 16 D.C. bills. Plus, Donald Trump dines out, and a wild suburban house sale. Plus, in a member’s-only fourth segment, we’re talking about the National Guard’s offer to help with local landscaping, and thinking up some projects we’d like to assign. 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 $10 a

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26:36

DC's Best Burgers: From Cheap to Gourmet

City Cast DC ·

2025/09/11

What’s the best burger in DC? Some folks at Washingtonian have tried almost all of them and Jessica Sidman is here to give us some highlights from their list of DC’s best. 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 $10 a month. If you enjoyed today's interview with District Bridges' Director of Storytelling and Marketing, Anna Claire, learn more here. Learn more about the sponsors of

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35:26

Will Trump’s Takeover of DC Continue?

City Cast DC ·

2025/09/10

It’s been 30 days since President Trump announced a federal takeover of DC’s MPD. That's technically expiring today, but the federal surge continues. It’s raised plenty of issues, including ones that aren't even related to what Trump is doing to the city. And there are some big implications. NBC4's Mark Segraves has been covering all of it. He's talking through what we know, what we don’t, and what to look out for next.Want some more DC news? Then make sure to⁠⁠⁠ sign up⁠⁠⁠ for our morning

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26:22

DC’s $1.1 Billion Con

City Cast DC ·

2025/09/09

The Commanders kicked off their season over the weekend with a big win over the New York Giants. It’s setting the stage for an interesting council vote in the next month over funding a new stadium at the RFK site. The fight now isn’t over whether there should be a stadium, but in how much more DC can extract on things like affordable housing. It got us wondering: did DC get a good deal out of this? Michael Friedman from the University of Maryland is here to explain what the council might want to

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24:15

How Maryland Can Protect DC From Trump

City Cast DC ·

2025/09/08

Everyone knows about DC’s push for statehood, but the current crisis got us thinking about a question we asked a few months ago: Should DC rejoin Maryland? It’s called Retrocession, the once-taboo idea that instead of becoming the 51st state, Washington should simply join Maryland. For years, David Krucoff has been the lonely champion of this cause. He joined City Cast earlier this year to explain why he thinks it’s the best way forward. Want some more DC news? Then make sure to sign up for our

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35:01

National Guard Extension, House Interference, and No...

City Cast DC ·

2025/09/05

We’re talking about Mayor Bowser and indefinite National Guard presence — and Congress’ coming attempts to write a bunch of laws to change the District. We’re talking about gun prosecutions in DC. And we’re talking about a bar that will lock up your phone. Plus, in a members-only fourth segment, we’ll listen to Neil Young’s new DC-takeover protest song and a few others from the city’s past. Want some more DC news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter Hey DC. You can also become a

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31:15

DC’s Most Underrated Arts Scene

City Cast DC ·

2025/09/04

You might not think of D.C. as a city with a thriving literary scene, but it is. Not only is the world-renowned National Book Festival happening here this Saturday, September 6th, but according to writer Hannah Greico, D.C. also has a robust literary community. She’s here to give her best book and poetry recommendations from local authors.If you enjoyed today's interview with Backroom's Founder, Ethan Downs, learn more here. Want some more DC news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning

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26:22

How Trump is Censoring the Smithsonian

City Cast DC ·

2025/09/03

The fate of the Smithsonian is one of the biggest DC storylines of the year. A lot has happened since the last time reporter Manuel Roig-Franzia joined us to talk about it. Today he’s getting into President Trump’s latest demands on Washington’s most prominent museums and when we’re likely to see what happens in response. 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 $10 a month. Learn

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35:29

Your Guide to September 2025 in DC

City Cast DC ·

2025/09/02

There’s been a lot going on in the city lately, but we aren’t letting that keep us from enjoying this city we love. So from new restaurants with bugs to checking out subversive art while it’s still legal, here are our top picks for what to do in DC this September. If you're new here, welcome! We’ve put together a starter pack for you, with episodes and articles to welcome you to the City Cast community. For even more tips on how to make the most of September in DC, check out Hey DC’s take on what

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30:30

Trump's Death Penalty Push, Feds Take Union Station,...

City Cast DC ·

2025/08/29

WAMU’s Alex Koma is here to talk about Trump, Bowser and the death penalty in DC, the federal government’s Union Station takeover, and the strange death of food halls. Plus, in a members-only fourth topic, we’re learning about the weird new AI private school in Virginia. 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 $10 a month. Learn more about the sponsors of this August 28th

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21:46

Must-Hear Jazz in DC

City Cast DC ·

2025/08/28

To mark the start of Jazz Fest, we’re re-airing a conversation our co-hosts Michael Schaffer and Bridget Todd had about earlier this summer, where they get into the history and present of jazz in DC and the best ways to experience it.Learn more about the sponsors of this August 28th episode: Overlook Maps DC Sustainable Energy Utility Wise Want some more DC news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter Hey DC. Interested in advertising with City Cast? Find more info HERE

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30:45

Why Cashless Bail is Trump’s Latest DC Target

City Cast DC ·

2025/08/27

Earlier this week, President Trump signed new executive orders aimed at eliminating cashless bail in D.C. and requesting that officers bring people arrested in D.C. into federal custody. But what is cashless bail? And can he actually do this? WAMU’s Alex Koma is here to dig into it.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 $10 a month. Learn more about the sponsors of this August

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28:55

Trump's 'Beautify DC' is Displacing People. Where Do...

City Cast DC ·

2025/08/26

President Trump is clearing homeless encampments as part of his plan to make DC "more beautiful”. But he’s not alone – Mayor Muriel Bowser has also cleared encampments in DC, most notably a big spate in March of this year. But what are the numbers, where are folks going, and are there enough shelters for them to go to? We talked with the Washington Post’s Marissa Lang to get the details.Want some more DC news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter Hey DC. You can also become a

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20:31

Inside The New Policy That’s Completely Changing DC...

City Cast DC ·

2025/08/25

It is the first day of school for DCPS and also the start of a new bell-to-bell cell phone ban in schools — part of a trend around the country and around the city. One early adopter of the no-phones policy was Georgetown Day School in Tenleytown. Back in June we talked to their head of school, Russell Shaw, about why and what results they’ve seen because of it. 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

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27:53

Were DC's Crime Stats Faked? Plus, Ghost City & Your...

City Cast DC ·

2025/08/22

The Washington Post’s Perry Stein joins us to talk about local D.C.’s response to the Trump law enforcement surge, the coming debate over crime stats, and we’re going to hear some of your love letters to DC. Plus, in a member’s-only fourth segment: What about that new Metro design?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 $10 a month. Learn more about the sponsors of this August

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23:07

Are Dems Doing Enough to Fight For DC?

City Cast DC ·

2025/08/21

Jamie Raskin is a Congressman from Maryland — but he’s also a DC Native and one of the District’s champions on the Hill. This month, he’s the author of a bill to terminate Donald Trump’s takeover of the police department. In a GOP Congress, passing it may be a stretch, but Raskin stopped by for an interesting talk about just how political figures like him can oppose the administration’s unprecedented surge into hometown Washington.Want some more DC news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning

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28:52

Every Question You’ve Had About ICE in DC, Explained

City Cast DC ·

2025/08/20

For the past week, we’ve seen videos take off online of ICE agents arresting people, dragging them into cars, and driving off. The Washington Post’s Teo Armus has been tracking those incidents and answers every question you might have about what we know about ICE in D.C., their involvement with MPD, and what’s ahead.Learn more about the sponsors of this August 20th episode: Overlook Maps Nace Law Group Interested in advertising with City Cast? Find more info⁠ HERE⁠.

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27:01

Inside the First Week of Trump’s DC Takeover

City Cast DC ·

2025/08/19

It’s been one intense week since Trump seized control of DC’s police force and sent in the National Guard. In the days since, the city has seen arrests, protests, and growing fear. WAMU's Alex Koma has been on the ground covering and he’s here to break down what’s happened so far and what’s next for DC. We’re doing our annual survey to learn more about our listeners. We’d be grateful if you took the survey at citycast.fm/survey—it’s only 7 minutes long. You’ll be doing us a big favor. Plus, anyone

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25:42

DC Sued Trump — Here's What Happens Now

City Cast DC ·

2025/08/18

On Friday, the D.C. government claimed a small victory after a hearing over the latest twist in Donald Trump’s efforts to take over Washington’s police. But the details aren’t quite so clear-cut: Yes, D.C.’s police chief is still in charge, but it looks like the feds may still be able to order local cops to violate D.C. laws. There’s another hearing this week. National Security Attorney Brad Moss is here to break down where the case stands, and the current legal state of play with all those other

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