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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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29:45

The Good and Bad of Development in Congress Heights

City Cast DC ·

2024/09/19

Congress Heights is the home of the Washington Mystics and the entertainment and sports arena, but that’s a pretty limited view of one of the most eclectic neighborhoods in the District. So local artist and business owner Keyonna Jones and City Cast DC contributor Austin Graff stopped by to break down why Congress Heights is a neighborhood you should know.Our next live taping is Wednesday, Oct. 9 at Black Cat. Come join us to learn about the juiciest election stories of the year, from the fierce

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21:50

What Do DC’s Violence Interrupters Do?

City Cast DC ·

2024/09/18

This week, D.C.'s police union called for the city’s violence intervention programs to be shut down after Ward 8 Councilmember Trayon White was charged with bribery related to a violence interruption program. We talked to Dr. Joseph Richardson, a UMD professor and co-chair of D.C.’s Homicide Review, about what exactly D.C.’s violence interrupters do for 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

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18:21

How DC’s Breakup With Humane Rescue Alliance Affects...

City Cast DC ·

2024/09/17

D.C. Health and the Humane Rescue Alliance, which handles animal services, just announced they’re ending their 44-year-old partnership. HRA leaders say they were initially caught off guard by the split. The Washington Post’s Michael Brice-Saddler explains what this could mean for pets and pet owners in D.C. Our next live taping is Wednesday, Oct. 9 at Black Cat. Come join us to learn about the juiciest election stories of the year, from the fierce clash over ranked choice voting to an indicted

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16:35

A New Plan to Fix DC’s 911 Call Center

City Cast DC ·

2024/09/16

Councilmember Brooke Pinto has put forward a new bill to finally fix DC’s beleaguered emergency response system. Bona fide 911 call center expert Dave Statter joins us to share his thoughts. Our next live taping is Wednesday, Oct. 9 at Black Cat. Come join us to learn about the juiciest election stories of the year, from the fierce clash over ranked choice voting to an indicted councilmember's scandalous reelection bid with zero competition. RSVP here. Want some more DC news? Then make sure to sign

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26:11

Fatal Police Shooting, Strip Club Drama, and WWI...

City Cast DC ·

2024/09/13

We’re joined by Washington City Paper’s Mitch Ryals to talk about the fallout from a police shooting, a battle between a club and an investment bank, and the opening of a controversial memorial in the heart of downtown. Check out our episode on the future of the National Mall here. It’s National Preparedness Month, so every Friday, we’re sharing a tip from our sponsor, DC Homeland Security and Emergency Management Agency. Today’s tip is “Prepare with your needs in mind. Your emergency kit may look

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29:39

The Local Race That Could Decide Senate

City Cast DC ·

2024/09/12

Lateshia Beachum covers Prince George’s County for the Washington Post, which means she covers the home turf of both candidates in this year’s Maryland Senate race — the rare case of a DMV election that could actually determine the fate of Congress. She’s here to walk us through the competitors and the stakes. Our next live taping is Wednesday, Oct. 9 at Black Cat. Come join us to learn about the juiciest election stories of the year, from the fierce clash over ranked choice voting to an indicted

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34:19

10 Moments That Shaped DC's Food Scene

City Cast DC ·

2024/09/11

City Cast DC contributor Tim Ebner joins host Bridget Todd to reminisce and reflect on 10 culinary moments that have defined the city's food scene today and will continue to shape where the food scene is headed.Our next live taping is Wednesday, Oct. 9 at Black Cat. Come join us to learn about the juiciest election stories of the year, from the fierce clash over ranked choice voting to an indicted council member's scandalous reelection bid with zero competition. RSVP here. Want some more DC news

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20:16

Rights Every DC Renter Should Know

City Cast DC ·

2024/09/10

From pest problems to repairs, renting in the District comes with its own challenges. Luckily for us, there’s the Office of the Tenant Advocate or the OTA. Cristobal Puig and Joseph Trimboli from OTA are here to clue us in on all the renters’ rights that DC tenants should know. Our next live taping is Wednesday, Oct. 9 at Black Cat. Come join us to learn about the juiciest election stories of the year, from the fierce clash over ranked choice voting to an indicted councilmember's scandalous

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14:50

What Should Happen To DC’s Prime Real Estate

City Cast DC ·

2024/09/09

The city signed a deal that would transform Anacostia’s Poplar Point, one of the most hotly contested waterfront properties in D.C. Last year, we spoke to reporter Tristan Navera about some of the options for Poplar Point and who’s fighting for what. 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 September 9th episode: PaintCare HSEMA Gala

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27:27

Gun Lawsuit, Rug Tufting Guns, and Medical Marijuana...

City Cast DC ·

2024/09/06

We’re joined by Axios’ Cuynet Dil and City Cast’s Ashe Durban, and we’re talking about the gun lawsuit filed by the DC attorney general, the D.C. medical marijuana dispensaries who say they’re in trouble, and a bunch of things to do this weekend.Check out our September Guide for even more events to catch this month. 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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24:11

Why DC Traffic Deaths Keep Rising

City Cast DC ·

2024/09/05

More people have died in car crashes this year than in all of 2014 — which just happens to be the year when the DC Government promised to cut these deaths to zero by 2024. What went wrong? The Washington Post’s Rachel Weiner is here to tell 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 the sponsors of this September 5th episode: Mosaic Theater

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11:02

DC's Best International Grocery Stores

City Cast DC ·

2024/09/04

For a city that prides itself on cultural diversity, D.C. is lacking on the international grocery store front. Ike Allen, Assistant Editor and Food Writer for the Washingtonian, explains why there are so few international grocery stores in D.C. and the ones we do have that you should know about. 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

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24:57

Your Guide to September in DC

City Cast DC ·

2024/09/03

If you're new here, welcome! We’ve put together a whole guide for you, with episodes and articles to welcome you to our City Cast DC community. We’re back with another monthly guide of things to do, places to go, and tips to follow to lead your ideal D.C. life this September. One of those events is Art All Night! We’re going to be there, alongside our sponsors District Bridges, on September 27. If that’s not what you’re feeling this month, maybe check out the Maryland Renaissance Fair, H Street

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30:01

Trump on DC Abortion Access, Ward 8 Election Chaos,...

City Cast DC ·

2024/08/30

We’re talking about the future of abortion rights in D.C., the election chaos in Ward 8 since DC Councilmember Trayon White was indicted, and just what viral TikToker Keith Lee said about our city’s food 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 $8 a month. Learn more about the sponsors of this August 30th episode: Mosaic Theater Company Maryland Renaissance Festival Paulson &

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12:56

Will A New DC Study Dissuade Move to RFK Stadium?

City Cast DC ·

2024/08/29

The Commanders just renamed their stadium in Landover. You might remember it as FedEx Field, well now it’s Northwest Field, after Northwest Federal Credit Union. But really, most D.C. eyes are instead on RFK Stadium over in Northeast D.C., and whether or not the Commanders are coming back there. The Washington Business Journal’s Ben Peters has been reporting on the next step the D.C. Government took toward that reality. Want some more DC news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter

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16:41

DC’s Most Underrated Museums

City Cast DC ·

2024/08/28

When you think of a museum day in the district, chances are you might be thinking exclusively of the Mall. We sat down with local journalist Madeline Weinfield to talk about which underrated museums you should be exploring too. 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 August 28th episode: Maryland Renaissance Festival Paulson &

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27:34

Every DC Story You Missed This August

City Cast DC ·

2024/08/27

We’re trying something new – a roundup of all the big stories you missed this August, everything from a bizarre heist in Adams Morgan to a new supermarket policy that might complicate your family’s weekday dinner. 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 August 27th episode: Maryland Renaissance Festival Paulson & Nace Interested in

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17:05

Which DC Book Club is Right For You

City Cast DC ·

2024/08/26

This month DC Public Library won the 2024 National Medal for Museum and Library Service. It’s fitting since the district is a city full of bookworms -- and book clubs! Last fall, we spoke with book club connoisseur Serena Zets about finding the perfect book club. 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 August 26th episode: Maryland

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Councilmember’s arrest, 911 Fallout, and National...

City Cast DC ·

2024/08/23

We have more updates about the arrest of a DC councilmember, more trouble with the 911 system, and why the city government is buying a prominent downtown theater. 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. (TRY TO CHANGE IT UP EVERY TIME) Learn more about the sponsors of this August 23rd episode: Maryland Renaissance Festival Alliance Francaise Interested in advertising with

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17:56

How Metro Keeps Cool Without AC

City Cast DC ·

2024/08/22

Where’s the coolest place to stand in the Metro? We put the question to Adam Bressler from Greater Greater Washington, who has written an epic explainer about the unusual system that Metro uses to keep stations from becoming D.C. summer sweatboxes. 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 August 22nd episode: Maryland Renaissance

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