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City Cast Madison

Join the City Cast Madison team every weekday morning for can’t-miss conversations about what’s happening in Madison, with a dose of local news to keep you up to speed. On City Cast Madison, host Bianca Martin collects people wherever she goes, like an endless conga line. She peers into our city’s soul with a journalist’s skepticism and an optimist’s heart. Whether you’re an OG Madisonian or a newcomer, all neighbors are welcome here. Learn more and subscribe to our daily newsletter, Madison

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20:55

Celebrating 25 Years of Dane Dances

City Cast Madison ·

2024/08/14

Get up, get down, get together. That’s the motto behind Dane Dances, the annual summertime party that happens every Friday in August on the Monona Terrace rooftop. This year’s season is extra special because Dane Dances is celebrating 25 years of music, dance, and community. Host Bianca Martin caught up with the president of the organization Al Cooper to get the scoop on this year’s lineup and what to expect from this season.Mentioned on the show The Most Sampled Drummer Lived in Madison. Why

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24:02

How Madison Decides What’s Worth Saving

City Cast Madison ·

2024/08/13

In this week’s installment of Must See Madison, we take a step back and look at the city’s past while preparing for the future. Madison’s building boom continues. Construction cranes dot the skyline. Huge new apartment buildings are in progress on many of Madison’s largest thoroughfares. But downtown, making way for the new means out with the old, and that means demolition of old buildings. It left us asking: what’s worth saving and how do we decide? Host Bianca Martin sits down with Madison

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27:50

Who’s Running for Dane County Executive

City Cast Madison ·

2024/08/12

The August primary is nearly here! We’ve covered everything from how to vote on Election Day to the state legislative races and referendums on the ballot. Today, we’re diving into one of the most contested primaries, the race for Dane County Executive. To get the scoop on the four candidates vying for the seat, host Bianca Martin spoke with local government reporter at the Cap Times Allison Garfield, who’s been covering the race. Mentioned on the show Everything You Need To Vote in the Fall

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27:05

What’s on the City’s Chopping Block, Ride the Drive,...

City Cast Madison ·

2024/08/09

The City Cast team is here to round up the news of the week, and it’s another big one. Executive producer Hayley Sperling digs into potential budget cuts that are becoming clearer for the city should it (or voters) decide not to move forward with a property tax referendum. That could mean fewer street repairs, shorter library hours, and the end of Goodman Pool?! Meanwhile, host Bianca Martin reminds us there are big street closures this weekend for Ride the Drive, and newsletter editor Ava Wojnowski

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27:34

New Lounges, Breakfast Tacos, and A Kitty Cafe Coming...

City Cast Madison ·

2024/08/08

Wondering where you might grab your next bite to eat or drink? Why not try one of Madison’s newest bars, restaurants and cafes?Host Bianca Martin sits down with Cap Times food editor Lindsay Christians who’s out with a new piece on our growing, dynamic food scene. Mentioned in the show: El Rancho Mexican Grill Molten Monkey Pizza Northside Lounge Public Parking Bar Mint Mark Ancora cafe Atico Casa Zaragosa David’s Jamaican El Sabor del Puebla Water Street Social Club Duck Donuts Sandwich

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29:31

Why We Need to Talk about the Imagination Center

City Cast Madison ·

2024/08/07

After years of planning and community input, the future of the $18.6 million, 16,000-square-foot “Imagination Center” at Reindahl Park is in limbo. With the city facing a potential multimillion-dollar budget deficit, the project has received little attention — District 17 Ald. Sabrina Madison is trying to change that.Host Bianca Martin spoke with Madison about why the center is so desperately needed and what this process has shown about the city’s priorities. You can listen to City Cast Madison’s

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26:56

Kayaking, Nail Salons, and Impressing a Picky Teen in...

City Cast Madison ·

2024/08/06

The tables are turned in this week’s installment of Must See Madison. Producer and Madison (not-so) newbie Phil Surkis shares his experiences showing off our fair city to some out of town visitors and how he celebrated a special birthday the Madison way. Host Bianca Martin and executive producer Hayley Sperling join the conversation to talk boating, self care, fancy dinners, and impressing teenagers with high standards. Mentioned on the show Brittingham Boats Nails 4 U Lallande Willalby's Cafe I/O

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28:14

7 Days, 100 comics, 12 Venues. Welcome To Madison...

City Cast Madison ·

2024/08/05

Madison Comedy Week is in full swing and we’ve got the inside scoop on the shows you can’t miss. Host Bianca Martin caught up with Madison Comedy Week’s executive director and Madison-bred comedian Jake Snell to get the details on what to expect from this week of laughs and play a fun game of Madison-themed Would You Rather. Wanna talk to us about an episode? Leave us a voicemail at 608-318-3367 or email madison@citycast.fm. We’re also on Instagram! You can get more Madison news delivered right

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28:36

Healing After Violence, Child Care is Expensive, and...

City Cast Madison ·

2024/08/02

The City Cast team is here to round up the news of the week. Bianca Martin, Hayley Sperling, and Ava Wojnowski recap how a community is trying to heal after multiple deadly shootings at an east side apartment complex, why child care is only getting more expensive, and some good news for cranes but bad news for loons.Mentioned on the show: The shooting of Kyesha Miller [Channel 3000] The shooting of Devon Grant [Channel 3000] Wanna talk to us about an episode? Leave us a voicemail at 608-318-3367

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29:04

What To Expect from the 4th Annual Strip Mall Carnival

City Cast Madison ·

2024/08/01

Have you ever eaten four burgers in three minutes? What about lifted more than 600 pounds? Madison personal trainer Mike Onsrud has done both and he has the trophies to prove it. As the reigning burger-eating champ of the annual Strip Mall Carnival at the Muskellounge, host Bianca Martin caught up with Mike to get a look at what folks can expect from the Aug. 4 festival and how he personally balances eating healthy while indulging in Madison’s food scene.Wanna talk to us about an episode? Leave us

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28:44

Your Guide To August in Madison

City Cast Madison ·

2024/07/31

If you’re new around here, welcome! We’ve put together a starter pack for you, with episodes and articles to welcome you to the City Cast Madison community. August is moving season in Madison, which means boxes, trucks, and Hippie Christmas! This month will also bring some major community events like Ride the Drive, Sessions at McPike Park, Africa Fest, and Orton Park Festival. So buckle up because we’re cruising into August and making the most of it. Mentioned on the show: Student move out area

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16:50

The Capitol’s Newest Statue is a Historic First

City Cast Madison ·

2024/07/30

In the wake of George Floyd’s murder in 2020, protestors in Madison gathered day after day at the Wisconsin State Capitol. Amid calls for more diverse representation at the Capitol, a statue of Hans Christian Heg was torn down and tossed in the lake. And then, an idea was born: Wisconsin should create a statue memorializing civil rights pioneer Vel Phillips. She was the first woman judge in the state and first African American woman elected to statewide office, among many other firsts. Now that

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30:07

Your Primary Ballot Explained

City Cast Madison ·

2024/07/29

Believe it or not, the Aug. 13 primary election is right around the corner. We’ve already covered the ins and outs of how to vote in this election and today we’re digging into who and what you’ll be voting for come Election Day. Host Bianca Martin spoke with Cap Times state government reporter Andrew Bahl to get the details on the candidates and referendums on the ballot. Mentioned on the show Cap Times election coverage Everything You Need To Vote in the Fall Primary [City Cast Madison] From Strip

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31:04

Flooding, the End of Essen Haus, and Taco Fest...

City Cast Madison ·

2024/07/26

The City Cast team is here to round up the news of the week. Newsletter editor Ava Wojnowski recaps recent flooding, host Bianca Martin has an update on a downtown development (bye bye Essen Haus!), and executive producer Hayley Sperling falls down a rabbit hole investigating whether an upcoming taco and margarita festival is legit or not. Mentioned on the show: ‘Death by a thousand cuts’: Rains renew Madison’s flooding worries [Cap Times] What To Do About Flooding [Madison Minutes] City signs off

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26:28

Where Are Madison’s Best Patios?

City Cast Madison ·

2024/07/25

Who doesn’t love a little outside time? Ideally, paired with a beverage and good friends. Cap Times photographer Ruthie Hauge has been cataloging local outdoor gathering spaces in what started as a pandemic passion project but has grown into the ultimate list of Madison-area patios. Host Bianca Martin caught up with Ruthie to get the scoop on the latest and greatest patios in our city and beyond. Join us every Thursday as we explore Madison's food culture, from the brewers and bakers to the chefs

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26:33

Building Inclusivity in Madison's Trades Scene

City Cast Madison ·

2024/07/24

With decades of experience under her belt, there’s no question that Sylvie Rosenthal is a master of her craft. But in the world of woodworking, which has been dominated by stereotypical big, burly men, Rosenthal — a queer woman — knows what it’s like to be underestimated at every turn.Host Bianca Martin spoke with Rosenthal about the discrimination she’s faced and how she’s leveraged her past trauma to start her Madison workshop Lower Astronomy Studios, which is challenging stereotypes in the

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28:02

How To Spend a Day in Madison For Free

City Cast Madison ·

2024/07/23

The City Cast Madison crew is back with another edition of Must See Madison, and this time, we’re ballin’ on a budget. Host Bianca Martin rounds up some of Madison’s best free activities with executive producer Hayley Sperling and newsletter editor Ava Wojnowski. Join us as we venture around town highlighting Madison’s must sees. Where should we go next? Send us your suggestions for a future show!Mentioned in today’s show Pheasant Branch Conservancy The Lakeshore Path Lake Loop and Monona Bait &

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22:50

Everything You Need To Vote in the Fall Primary

City Cast Madison ·

2024/07/22

Election season is officially upon us! First up is the fall partisan primary on Aug. 13. To get the details on election day, absentee voting, our (infamous) ballot drop boxes, and everything in between, host Bianca Martin spoke with deputy clerk Jim Verbick of the City of Madison City Clerk’s Office. Mentioned on the show MyVote Wisconsin Madison in-person absentee voting locations [City of Madison] Wanna talk to us about an episode? Leave us a voicemail at 608-318-3367 or email

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33:47

RNC Dispatch, City Budget Qs, and RIP Sparky

City Cast Madison ·

2024/07/19

All eyes have been fixed on Milwaukee this week as the Republican National Convention has taken over Wisconsin’s biggest city. Host Bianca Martin caught up with Wisconsin Public Radio political reporter Anya van Wagtendonk to get an inside look at the convention and what folks in Madison should be watching. Meanwhile in Madison, executive producer Hayley Sperling joins Bianca to talk about the city’s continued budget questions, why a group of West siders are suing the city over a housing

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26:36

Meet Willy Street's New Weird Vegan Wonderland

City Cast Madison ·

2024/07/18

When thinking about Madison’s food scene, the first items that come to mind usually involve a whole lot of meat and dairy. But one of the city’s newest restaurants is challenging that perspective. Mad Rabbit Cafe opened earlier this year in the former home of La Kitchenette on Willy Street serving an all-vegan menu.City Cast Madison host Biana Martin caught up with restaurant owner Nate Anger to see what makes his restaurant appealing to vegans, carnivores, and everyone in between. Join us every

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