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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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24:31

The Problem with Public Lands for Housing

City Cast Las Vegas ·

2024/09/23

From our Democratic senators to our Republican Governor (and most recently, Republican presidential candidate Donald Trump), a tantalizing proposal to solve our affordable housing crisis has gained support across the aisle: Opening up federal public lands to build more houses. But is this really the fix? Co-host Dayvid Figler talks with Vinny Spotleson, the Sierra Club Toiyabe Chapter Executive Committee Chair, who explains why this issue has become so bipartisan, and the major problems these

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38:58

Another Fiery Lithium Crash, Trump Takes On Local...

City Cast Las Vegas ·

2024/09/20

We may be entering peak weather season right now, but the news in Las Vegas stays hot! For this week’s news roundup, we break down what’s up with all these fiery lithium truck crashes that are shutting down highways, local journalist Steve Sebelius putting Trump in the hot seat during an interview about the biggest issues in Southern Nevada, and why Las Vegas coffee shops deserve more respect nationally. Co-hosts Dayvid Figler and Sarah Lohman are joined by City Cast Las Vegas executive producer

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24:41

Where to Eat Breakfast in Las Vegas

City Cast Las Vegas ·

2024/09/19

In the last few years, it seems like every other restaurant opening in Las Vegas is a breakfast spot. With very Instagram-able themes and dishes, is our breakfast market getting over-saturated? Giselle D’souza, founder of NothingtodolvEATS, breaks down the breakfast trend in Las Vegas and shares her favorite spots, new and old, with co-host Sarah Lohman.Learn more about the sponsors of this September 19th episode: TheList.Vegas Did we miss your favorite spot? Let us know on Instagram

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24:10

What’s Up With All the School Board Drama?

City Cast Las Vegas ·

2024/09/18

In the latest installment of CCSD reality TV, recently-ousted School Board Trustee Katie Williams says she “actually did care” and that the move to remove her was “political.” But as the frequent tie-breaker vote on a 4-3 divided board … could she be right? Co-host Dayvid Figler talks with Patricia Haddad Bennett, who recently served as the director of government relations for the Clark County School District, about how this group of ostensibly non-partisan electeds gets so political, what a school

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25:47

Should Las Vegans Embrace Summerlin's Growth?

City Cast Las Vegas ·

2024/09/17

Last week, the Las Vegas planning commission approved two new neighborhoods in the Summerlin area that will include hundreds of homes. While some might be happy to hear that the new neighborhoods aren’t near Red Rock, any expansion in Las Vegas is met with apprehension. As the infamous suburb grows, we are revisiting a conversation co-host Sarah Lohman had with historian Geoff Schumacher, vice president of exhibits and programs at The Mob Museum, and City Cast Las Vegas executive producer Sonja Cho

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28:34

Mayor Goodman Reflects on 13 Years in Office

City Cast Las Vegas ·

2024/09/16

This November, voters will head to the polls and elect a non-Goodman mayor for the first time in 25 years. Mayor Carolyn Goodman, who is wrapping up 13 years at the helm of our city, joins co-host Dayvid Figler today to reflect on her time in office, the good and the bad: Her proudest accomplishments in addressing homelessness, economic development, and transportation; the unresolved challenges; and how a kerfuffle over Britney Spears symbolizes the ongoing tension between the city and the

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37:45

Smoky Skies, a Shady Cop, and Betting on Elections

City Cast Las Vegas ·

2024/09/13

Las Vegans are getting the brunt of California wildfire smoke this week as wind currents bring smoky skies into our valley — so is this our new normal? And how can we deal with it? Co-hosts Sarah Lohman and Dayvid Figler are joined by thelist.Vegas creator Andrew Kiraly to discuss our worsening air quality, as well as the surprising arrest of an LVMPD officer, and what legalizing betting on elections — and more — could look like in Las Vegas.Want to get in touch? Follow us @CityCastVegas on

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25:03

Where To Find the Best Craft Beer in Vegas

City Cast Las Vegas ·

2024/09/12

September is a huge month for beer festivals in Las Vegas. While the big brands control the market nationally, locally we have a thriving craft beer scene fueled by breweries and bars supporting local makers. To help us know the ins and outs of all the beer Las Vegas has to offer, Phil Garcia from Khoury’s Fine Wine & Spirits joins co-host Sarah Lohman to share his favorite local beers as a beer buyer, where to find them, and what to consider when trying craft beers in Las Vegas. Mentioned in this

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24:48

Should the Rancho HS Teens Be Tried As Adults?

City Cast Las Vegas ·

2024/09/11

Last year, nine teens were arrested in connection with the horrific beating death of Rancho High School student Jonathan Lewis. And just last week, four of them were sent back from adult court to juvenile court as part of a plea agreement that reduces their maximum sentence. The outrage has been palpable: Social media users have called the accused adolescents “monsters,” and Lewis’s mother said the decision was “disgusting.” So should the teens have been tried as adults? What’s really going on here

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24:21

The Best Fall Hikes in Las Vegas

City Cast Las Vegas ·

2024/09/10

If fall signifies anything in Las Vegas, it's that we can finally spend extended periods of time outdoors without the fear of heat exhaustion. There are an insane amount of trails to hike in and around our city, but not all of them will give you those fall vibes you might be looking for. With the Cathedral Rock Trail still closed in Mt. Charleston, it's even harder to find fall foliage in our desert. However, Bertha Gutierrez, program director of the Conservation Lands Foundation, is an avid outdoor

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23:26

How to Spice Up Your Roadtrip to L.A.

City Cast Las Vegas ·

2024/09/09

Most Las Vegans know the drive to Los Angeles all too well. Whether you are escaping the heat warnings (in September?!), visiting family and friends, or wanting to touch the ocean, the 4-hour drive is almost always easier for locals than tourists going the other way. While you think you may know what lies in the desert between the two cities, there’s a lot more than meets the eye! To encourage you to make the most of your next journey, co-hosts Sarah Lohman and Dayvid Figler are joined by Hey Las

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37:36

F1 Is Back, Baby! Plus, a Regent Gets Messy Online,...

City Cast Las Vegas ·

2024/09/06

Las Vegans are still dealing with the collective PTSD of last year’s F1 construction misery. So with crews beginning to install F1 infrastructure this week, can we really believe them when they say it’s going to be better this year? What are they actually doing differently? Co-host Dayvid Figler is joined by Nevada Current editor April Corbin Girnus and Channel 8 morning anchor John Langeler to discuss. Next up, they tackle Nevada State Board of Regents member Stephanie Goodman’s controversial tweet

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23:36

The Best BBQ in Vegas

City Cast Las Vegas ·

2024/09/05

Las Vegas is a Mecca for various cuisines, but barbecue is one of the most controversial styles that may escape our grasp. While some states and regions can be protective of their barbecue styles, over the years chefs have brought their mastery of the grill to Vegas to create a diverse landscape of different options. To determine whether or not you can find truly great barbecue around town, pitmaster and owner of Girls Can Grill Christie Vanover shares her favorite spots with co-host Sarah Lohman

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26:40

Why the Badlands Battle Keeps Getting … Badder

City Cast Las Vegas ·

2024/09/04

Twenty years ago, developer Yohan Lowie bought the Badlands Golf Course — but not everyone was happy about his plans. This kicked off a bitter legal battle that has since embroiled the City of Las Vegas in increasingly expensive lawsuits. So what exactly is going on here, and why is the city now potentially on the hook for nearly half a billion dollars? We’re bringing back a conversation co-host Sarah Lohman had with journalists Darcy Spears and Steve Sebelius earlier this summer that untangles the

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25:17

How Secure is Nevada’s Election System?

City Cast Las Vegas ·

2024/09/03

Just a couple weeks ago, the Nevada Supreme Court issued a non-decision with potentially huge implications for our elections — they declined to compel Washoe County to certify the results of a June primary recount. It gets a little wonky, but the big question coming out of this is: Does this give Nevada counties free rein to just… not certify any election results they don’t like? What does this all bode for November? Today, co-host Dayvid Figler sits down with Nevada Secretary of State Cisco Aguilar

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32:35

School Lunch Showdown, Police Say No to the NFL, and...

City Cast Las Vegas ·

2024/08/30

Welcome to our Friday news roundup! After a turbulent week in Las Vegas as the Robert Telles murder trial came to a dramatic close on Wednesday, we are welcoming the three-day weekend with the stories you might have missed. Governor Joe Lombardo responds after Nevada Democrats called him out for vetoing a universal free school lunch measure last year as they bring the issue up again for the next legislative session (don’t miss April Corbin Girnus’s excellent op-ed skewering them both). The Las Vegas

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24:04

Telles is Guilty of Murder. Now What?

City Cast Las Vegas ·

2024/08/29

One of our city’s most high-profile murder cases has finally come to a close: Almost two years to the day after journalist Jeff German was found stabbed to death outside his home, former Clark County public administrator Robert Telles has been found guilty of his murder. So how exactly did this case come to its conclusion, and what can we learn from its twists and turns? Executive producer Sonja Cho Swanson sits down with co-host Dayvid Figler, a longtime criminal defense attorney, to break it all

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28:51

Your Guide to September in Las Vegas

City Cast Las Vegas ·

2024/08/28

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 Las Vegas community.While some cities gear up for a cozy fall complete with scarves and sweaters, in Vegas, we like to call it our second spring. It’s finally time to start getting outside! From food festival hacks to sustainable shopping, in this episode you’ll hear all the tips and tricks you’ll need to make the most out of your September in Las Vegas. Co-hosts Sarah

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22:09

The Secret to Making Friends in Las Vegas

City Cast Las Vegas ·

2024/08/27

Have you ever felt lonely living in Las Vegas? In a recent study of moving and living trends, we were ranked as the 2nd loneliest city in the United States. And just last year, the U.S. Surgeon General called loneliness a public health epidemic, with 1 in 3 Americans feeling lonely every week. No one is immune to feeling lonely — as it becomes a bigger problem across the country, we tackle just one way to combat that isolation: making friends! That can sound like a daunting task, especially for

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22:03

Does Vegas Need Universal School Lunch?

City Cast Las Vegas ·

2024/08/26

As the national debate over free school meals for all students heats up, Nevada Democrats are also putting pressure on Governor Joe Lombardo. The governor vetoed a universal school lunch measure last year, but assembly members have recently submitted a bill draft request to get it back on the agenda in time for next year’s legislative session. Governor Lombardo shot back saying despite his veto, there is still a path for free food for students in need. To break down the issue at its core, we are

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