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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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40:07

DC Fumbling RFK Neighborhood Already, the End of the...

City Cast DC ·

2025/09/26

Welp, that was fast — the new stadium just got approved and already there are delays in the new neighborhood DC was supposed to get as a result. We’re going to talk about why, and what it means for DC even as the Trump administration threatens new mass firings if there’s a government shutdown. Plus, we’re going to talk about the end of the streatery program. And there’s a new list circulating of the best DC movies, books, and songs. It’s meant to start an argument, and we’ve taken the bait. Want

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24:45

DC Can Predict Bad Drivers. Why Can't It Stop Them?

City Cast DC ·

2025/09/25

The city government actually has a way to predict, pretty accurately, just who is going to get into an accident. And DC’s AG Brian Schwalb has recently launched even more lawsuits to curb this behavior. But can they get them off the road? That’s the tricky part. Washington Post transportation reporter Rachel Weiner is here to explain a fascinating recent DC experiment in automotive behavior. 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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29:49

Trump Has Put Childcare Workers in Crisis

City Cast DC ·

2025/09/24

Federal immigration crackdowns are adding even more strain to DC’s already fragile and not to mention costly child care system. Now, many child care workers are worried they could be targeted. Reporter Chabeli Carrazana from The 19th breaks down what this all means for families and providers in the city. 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

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27:57

How to Escape DC for Under $150 This Fall

City Cast DC ·

2025/09/23

Fall in D.C. really does feel special. And if you’re dreaming of a fall getaway but trying to stick to a budget, don’t worry, City Cast contributor Tim Ebner has rounded up the best trips you can take from D.C. this season for around $150. 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 September 23rd episode: Food & Friends - Move For

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22:50

Can DC’s Restaurants Survive the Takeover?

City Cast DC ·

2025/09/22

President Trump claims that DC restaurants are suddenly packed because his federal takeover made people feel safe enough to go out to dinner. But how is DC’s restaurant industry really reacting to the takeover? The Washingtonian’s Jessica Sidman is here to break down what it means for the city’s dining scene.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

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39:25

Eleanor Holmes Norton Has a Challenger! Plus,...

City Cast DC ·

2025/09/19

We’re talking about Robert White’s bid for Eleanor Holmes Norton’s seat, the DC Mayor getting grilled on Capitol Hill, and a fancy new VIP addition at Dulles. Plus, in a members-only fourth segment, we’re dissecting a controversial data center in PG County that’s now stalled. 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 September 19th

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26:48

How This DC Alley Became a 40 Year Old Dump

City Cast DC ·

2025/09/18

What do you do when people start dumping trash in your neighborhood? It turns out that no one is quite sure — including the city government that’s supposed to act as watchdog. Sloane Airey wrote a wild story for City Paper about one Northeast DC neighborhood and she’s here to tell us about 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

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26:22

Fact Checking Trump’s Crime Emergency

City Cast DC ·

2025/09/17

Since Trump announced the takeover of DC’s police his administration and Trump himself have been throwing out some big very impressive sounding numbers about arrests. But can we even trust those stats? Plus, Mayor Bowser and President Trump may be on another collision course over MPD and ICE in the District, and on Thursday, the Mayor, the Attorney General and the DC Council Chair head to the Capitol to testify on the DC-related bills Republicans proposed. The Washington Post’s Olivia George is here

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29:05

Why DC’s Media is Wrong About H Street

City Cast DC ·

2025/09/16

If you read a certain gloomy article earlier this summer, you might think every business on H Street is shutting down. But that couldn’t be further from the truth. H Street is still full of incredible experiences and new businesses, you just have to know where to look. To help us map it all out, and provide a history of this neighborhood, City Cast contributor Austin Graff and tour guide Kate Denson are here with your ultimate guide to H Street. Want some more DC news? Then make sure to sign up

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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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