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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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24:21

DC Tackles Impending Unemployment Crisis

City Cast DC ·

2025/03/06

Mayor Bowser’s town hall on Wednesday hit a nerve with the city. NBC4’s Mark Segraves was there, and he’s here to give us the play-by-play of what Bowser had to say. 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 $8 a month. Learn more about the sponsors of this March 6th episode: The Pew Charitable Trusts The Peabody Institute of The Johns Hopkins University District Bridges Interested in

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15:53

The Best (and Most Underrated) Happy Hours in DC

City Cast DC ·

2025/03/05

With everything going in DC lately, it’s understandable if maybe you’re feeling like having a few drinks on a budget. Ann Limpert, food editor for the Washingtonian, is here with the best DC happy hours where you can knock back a few responsibly, and in moderation of course. 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 $8 a month. Learn more about the sponsors of this March 5th

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22:07

How Virginia is Dealing With Federal Layoffs

City Cast DC ·

2025/03/04

We’ve talked a lot about what Trump and Musk’s gutting of the federal workforce means for the District, but what about nearby Virginia? Michael Pope, a reporter with Virginia public radio and the host of the Virginia Pressroom podcast has been following the story and is here to break it down. 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 $8 a month. Learn more about the sponsors of this

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25:08

Is Higher Ridership Enough to Save Metro?

City Cast DC ·

2025/03/03

Is Metro screwed? It’s a question that has less to do with trains and stations than with budgets and balance sheets. Wyatt Gordon wrote extensively about Metro’s challenges for Greater Greater Washington and he’s here to walk us through the wonky details. 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 $8 a month. Learn more about the sponsors of this March 3rd episode: The Pew Charitable

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27:49

DC Budget Crisis Fears, Washington Post Tumult, and...

City Cast DC ·

2025/02/28

We’re talking about the potential DC disaster in Congress’ new budget and we’re talking about what the latest Washington Post tumult means for DC. Plus, everything you need to know about renting chickens in the DMV.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 $8 a month. Learn more about the sponsors of this February 28th episode: The Peabody Institute of The Johns Hopkins

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33:21

Your Guide to March 2025 in DC

City Cast DC ·

2025/02/27

It has been a long and cold winter, but things are finally looking up. The temperatures are in the 60’s this week! Sunset is finally past 6 pm! Hallelujah. The City Cast DC team is here with recs to make sure you don’t squander this upcoming month of warmth and sunshine, including outdoor workout classes and places to drop your compost. 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 DC community. For even more tips

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17:49

How Federal Layoffs Are Changing DC Restaurants

City Cast DC ·

2025/02/26

Another week, another layer of confusion for federal workers: this time in the form of an email telling them to list their accomplishments … or else. Amidst all the chaos, so many employees are looking for their next gig. Maybe even in the restaurant industry. Axios’ Anna Spiegel is here to break it down for us. 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 $8 a month. Learn more about

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19:53

Life Hacks For New Parents in DC

City Cast DC ·

2025/02/25

DC can be a hard place to raise kids. So how can new parents make the most of life in the District? Courtney Whittington, founder of the group DC Area Moms, is here to share her tips for new parents in DC. 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 $8 a month. Learn more about the sponsors of this February 25th episode: The Peabody Institute of The Johns Hopkins University District

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21:52

Will the Kennedy Center Survive Trump?

City Cast DC ·

2025/02/24

The Washington Post’s Philip Kennicott is here to tell us the ways Donald Trump’s takeover of the Kennedy Center could do massive damage — but maybe not the exact damage a lot of people are predicting. 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 $8 a month. Learn more about the sponsors of this February 24th episode: The Peabody Institute of The Johns Hopkins University District

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23:57

DC's New MAGA US Attorney, E St. Cinema Closes, and...

City Cast DC ·

2025/02/21

Axios' Cuneyt Dil joins the City Cast team to talk about Donald Trump’s conservative-activist US Attorney for DC, the closure of downtown’s indie movie house, and the future of scooters in DC. 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 $8 a month. Learn more about the sponsors of this February 21st episode: National Landing BID Babbel - Get up to 60% off at Babbel.com/CITYCAST Interested

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21:22

Why Group Houses Are a Rite of Passage in DC

City Cast DC ·

2025/02/20

For generations, DC has been a city where square young professionals — not just bohemian hipsters — share big houses. How’d it get that way? And what does it mean? Newsletter editor Kaela Cote-Stemmerman and City Cast alum Susannah Broun are here to talk 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 $8 a month. Interested in advertising with City Cast? Find more info HERE Learn

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23:44

An Inside Look at DOGE's Mass Firings

City Cast DC ·

2025/02/19

8 p.m. Tuesday was the Trump administration’s deadline for firing probationary federal workers. It was a chaotic rollout over a holiday weekend and it has left D.C. reeling. We talk through the scale of the purge and how it affects DC, and hear from a federal employee who experienced it firsthand. Check out the comprehensive reporting that helped inform this episode: Trump administration fires thousands for ‘performance’ without evidence, in messy rush Will laid-off federal workers find new

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18:34

Should You Buy a Home in DC Now?

City Cast DC ·

2025/02/18

With the Trump administration’s overhaul of the federal workforce, a lot of people in the area are understandably wondering what all of this chaos means for DC’s housing market. Business Journal’s Michael Neibauer is here to explain what all the uncertainty means for real estate in DC. 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 $8 a month. Learn more about the sponsors of this February

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27:41

Trump Vs DC Arts, PEPCO Price Spikes, and Snow Days

City Cast DC ·

2025/02/14

We’re talking about the Kennedy Center and DC culture in the age of Trump, we’re talking about super high electric bills, and, oh, there was a snow day this week and we’ve got some thoughts.Check out our guide to saving money on energy costs this winter. 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 $8 a month. Learn more about the sponsors of this February 14th episode: National Landing

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16:38

Will Trump Help DC Create a New Southwest Neighborhood?

City Cast DC ·

2025/02/13

Donald Trump’s federal downsizing could leave a lot of high profile federal buildings hitting the market. One cluster of them sits just south of the Mall on Independence Avenue and stretches down towards the Wharf. To DC planners, it could be a whole new neighborhood in a choice location. The Washington Post’s Aaron Wiener has been covering the story and is here to explain. 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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23:51

The Unwritten Rules of DC Metro

City Cast DC ·

2025/02/12

With return-to-office mandates suddenly coming into effect, Metro is seeing a huge boost in traffic. And so we figured it was a good time to bring the City Cast team together to talk through some essential unwritten rules and quirks of taking public transit in DC. 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 $8 a month. Learn more about the sponsors of this February 12th episode: National

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23:09

Will the Federal 'Buyout' Offers Hold Up in Court?

City Cast DC ·

2025/02/11

Is the Trump administration’s deferred resignation offer even legit? Brad Moss is a DC attorney who represents federal employees, and he’s here to explain what’s happening in the courts and how federal workers are responding. 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 $8 a month. Learn more about the sponsors of this February 11th episode: National Landing BID Gala Theatre The Peabody

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26:48

Is the City Lying to Us About Bike Lanes?

City Cast DC ·

2025/02/10

Bike lanes are weirdly one of the most emotional subjects in DC, and Washington Post columnist Marc Fischer stirred up a lot of that emotion with a recent column that was sharply critical of them, or at least sharply critical of how the city has sold them. He shares what he learned while reporting the column, and the wild reaction it got. 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 $8 a

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29:58

Judge Pauses Trump's 'Buyouts,' Messy Union Fight,...

City Cast DC ·

2025/02/07

There's a new Congressional bill to repeal DC’s home rule, which hits just as the region is obsessing about what the campaign against federal workers will do to the economy. Plus, we’re talking about the union push in a bunch of high end DC restaurants. And for something fun, what to bring to your Super Bowl party.Check out our guide to the best Super Bowl takeout. 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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26:19

DOGE's Takeover of DC

City Cast DC ·

2025/02/06

It has been a crazy few weeks for Washington, particularly when it comes to Donald Trump and Elon Musk's war on the federal government in the District. So today, we’re explaining how Trump and Musk are directly affecting our neighbors and community, from the resignation decrees to what it means for DC’s economy. 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 $8 a month. Learn more about the

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