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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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32:09

Why Culinary Went on Strike, Pushback on Yucca...

City Cast Las Vegas ·

2024/05/17

This past weekend, the Culinary Union went on strike for the first time in over 20 years. But even if it was just a two-day “mini strike,” will this flex get them a new contract from Virgin? Co-hosts Dayvid Figler and Sarah Lohman are joined by producer Layla Muhammad to discuss this and Culinary’s other power move, de-endorsing political candidates. Then, we find out why our state senators are trying to take Yucca Mountain out of the nuclear waste storage conversation, and lastly, we discuss the

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24:25

The Hottest New Chefs in Vegas

City Cast Las Vegas ·

2024/05/16

While international names like Wolfgang Puck put Vegas fine dining on the map, the last decade has seen a quieter grassroots revolution: A growing wave of chefs leaving the Strip and transforming our home-grown restaurant scene. Today, co-host Sarah Lohman sits down with Jolene Mannina, a hospitality industry veteran and founder of the pop-up incubator Secret Burger. Jolene tells us about the hottest new chefs who’ve made their mark on Las Vegas and where to try their food. Chefs mentioned in this

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21:44

Should Grads Get to Wear What They Want to Commencement?

City Cast Las Vegas ·

2024/05/15

As graduation ceremonies occur across the country, you might notice more decorated attire in Nevada. This is the first spring graduation since Nevada passed a law allowing students to decorate their grad caps and robes with religious or cultural regalia. Despite the law, earlier this month at Eldorado High School, a student was told she couldn’t wear a stole honoring her family’s heritage. Ultimately, the student was allowed to wear her stole, but this shows how the practice can be controversial

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24:07

Has Vegas Entertainment Priced Out Locals?

City Cast Las Vegas ·

2024/05/14

The entertainment and dining options in Las Vegas look very different than they did a few years ago (see: the Sphere). But as our options grow along with our city, have locals been priced out of the fun? A recent survey found that a single person would need to make upwards of $94,000 to live comfortably in Las Vegas, including spending money for “wants like entertainment and hobbies.” In reality, the median income in Las Vegas falls behind the national number at $66,356. Co-host Sarah Lohman sits

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32:19

How Mayoral Candidate Victoria Seaman Sees the Future...

City Cast Las Vegas ·

2024/05/13

Early voting for the upcoming primary election is right around the corner — it starts on May 25th — and while only about a third of the valley can vote for the mayor of Las Vegas (here’s why), it matters for all of us. In our latest episode of Mayoral Mondays, co-host Dayvid Figler sits down with mayoral candidate Victoria Seaman. Victoria is a UNLV alum and former businesswoman who was elected to the Las Vegas City Council in 2019, where she has represented Ward 2 since. We chat about her stance on

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24:36

Why Lynn Baird Wants To Be the Family Values Mayor

City Cast Las Vegas ·

2024/05/12

Our special series on Las Vegas’s mayoral race continues with co-host Dayvid Figler interviewing candidate Lynn Baird, a longtime Las Vegan who worked for decades at Nevada’s Department of Employment Training and Rehabilitation. Lynn explains his platform based on promoting more moral principles and family values, his plans for affordable housing, and enforcing laws in Las Vegas. Find more of our coverage on the Las Vegas mayoral race here. We’re on social media! Follow us @CityCastVegas on

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30:22

Mayoral Candidate Kara Jenkins on Her Hopes for Las...

City Cast Las Vegas ·

2024/05/11

For our special series on the race for Las Vegas mayor, candidate Kara Jenkins sits down with executive producer Sonja Cho Swanson. Kara, or KJ, currently serves as the Nevada Equal Rights Commission administrator and has been a public servant for 10 years under Governors Brian Sandoval, Steve Sisolak, and Joe Lombardo. They talk about encouraging young voters, what the role should entail, and how she hopes to be a mayor for everyone. Find more of our coverage on the Las Vegas mayoral race

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36:11

Why Lovers and Friends Was Canceled, Questionable...

City Cast Las Vegas ·

2024/05/10

After the music festival Lovers and Friends was precipitously canceled due to high winds, rumors began spreading among disappointed fans on social media: Was windy weather really to blame? Could there have been a credible threat of violence behind all this? On today’s Friday news roundup, co-hosts Sarah Lohman and Dayvid Figler sit down with contributor Andrew Kiraly, creator of the thelist.Vegas, to dispel these rumors and talk about how festivals can do better by their fans. Next up, the team

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22:55

A Tea Sommelier’s Guide to Tea in Vegas

City Cast Las Vegas ·

2024/05/09

You’ve heard of wine sommeliers — but have you heard of a tea sommelier? Today, co-host Sarah Lohman sits down with Yukino Aoshima, an actual tea sommelier in Las Vegas who consults with restaurants and teaches classes. Yukino explains how tea programs work at high-end Vegas restaurants, the best way to order tea, boba, and matcha at cafes, and where to buy tea and brew the best cup ever at home. Tea places mentioned in this episode: Block 16 Urban Food Hall at the Cosmopolitan Bang Bar at the

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19:54

An Insider’s Guide to Country Music in Vegas

City Cast Las Vegas ·

2024/05/08

Blake Shelton’s new country music venue Ole Red has brought the current country trend to Las Vegas. In a city that has always loved the genre, you can find local artists performing originals and the classics all over town. Longtime local musician Paige Overton shares her insider’s perspective on the local country music scene, how the community rallied after tragedy, and where to go whether you are an oldies fan or casual listener (and even how to join them on the dance floor). Venues mentioned in

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20:51

Is Flag Football The Future of High School Sports in...

City Cast Las Vegas ·

2024/05/07

Flag football has grown a lot as a sport since it reached Clark County high schools in 2012. Recently approved to debut at the 2028 Olympics in Los Angeles, the sport has gained attention among girls and people concerned about brain injuries such as chronic traumatic encephalopathy, or CTE. In partnership with the Raiders, UNLV’s School of Public Health developed the RUSH program to address mental health for middle school girls by increasing their awareness of the rapidly-growing sport of flag

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27:59

How Mayoral Candidate Cedric Crear Hopes to Change...

City Cast Las Vegas ·

2024/05/06

The Goodmans forever changed the role of the mayor of Las Vegas. So who should be next to fill their shoes? In this latest episode of Mayoral Mondays, our special series on the 2024 Las Vegas mayoral race, co-host Dayvid Figler sits down with candidate Cedric Crear. Cedric has had a long career in marketing and advertising here in the Valley, served on the Board of Regents, and was elected to the Las Vegas City Council in 2018. We chat about his track record as a councilman, his fixes for

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20:50

Why Mayoral Candidate Kola Akingbade Wants to...

City Cast Las Vegas ·

2024/05/05

For our special series on the Las Vegas mayoral race, executive producer Sonja Cho Swanson interviews mayoral candidate Kola Akingbade, a proud Nigerian-born American with a background in engineering, the ministry, and real estate. They talk about his history of running for office in Nigeria, how he plans to “offset the offseason” in Las Vegas with economic development, and how legalizing prostitution could help tackle homelessness. Find more of our coverage on the Las Vegas mayoral race

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19:37

Why Tera Anderson is Running For Las Vegas Mayor

City Cast Las Vegas ·

2024/05/04

Our special series on the Las Vegas mayoral race continues: Today, co-host Dayvid Figler interviews mayoral candidate Tera Anderson, a second-generation Las Vegan. They talk about how her experience as a businesswoman working in land and economic development influences how she’d tackle affordable housing, the Badlands brouhaha, and growth in our urban center. Find more of our coverage on the Las Vegas mayoral race here. We’re on social media! Follow us @CityCastVegas on Instagram. You can also call

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34:12

Is This Jailed Police YouTuber a Journalist? Plus,...

City Cast Las Vegas ·

2024/05/03

The June primary election is fast approaching, and one primary race stands out: In State Senate District 3, located here in Las Vegas, the Culinary Union has posted their own challenger as a show of dissatisfaction with the incumbent’s stance against one of their bills. It’s shaping up to be a referendum on Culinary’s power — what else is at stake here? Co-hosts Dayvid Figler and Sarah Lohman are joined by Nevada Current editor April Corbin Girnus to discuss. Plus, the team discusses the recent

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23:40

The Best Tacos in Vegas

City Cast Las Vegas ·

2024/05/02

What makes a great taco? Does Vegas have a taco style? And crucially, is a hot dog a taco? Co-host Sarah Lohman sits down with artists and taco enthusiasts Justin Favela and Brent Holmes to answer these and more hard-hitting questions. Plus, we hear about their favorite tacos around Las Vegas, from cheesy, drippy quesabirria to crunchy, crisp fish tacos. We’re on social media! Follow us @CityCastVegas on Instagram. You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719. Want some more Las Vegas news? Then

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19:39

Is Yucca Mountain Coming Back From the Dead?

City Cast Las Vegas ·

2024/05/01

As the old Nevada lore goes, Senator Harry Reid rose up in battle and killed the Yucca Mountain beast in faraway DC, leaving it good and dead. Right? Well, not exactly. The contested nuclear waste site, just 90 miles northwest of Las Vegas, has recently come up again in a Congressional hearing, putting the Nevada delegation and state nuclear commision officials on red alert. Today, co-host Dayvid Figler talks with Nevada Independent reporter Gabby Birenbaum about what danger these new rumblings

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25:01

Your Guide to May in Las Vegas

City Cast Las Vegas ·

2024/04/30

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. Our pre-summer weather is really kicking in so while you clean out the meltable items from your car, you can plan to make the most out of your month in Las Vegas with our May guide. From a cactus oasis to how to enjoy the Punk Rock Bowling and Music Festival, tune in for activity recommendations and tips that you’ll only hear from locals. If you

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35:53

Mayoral Candidate Shelley Berkley’s Vision for Las Vegas

City Cast Las Vegas ·

2024/04/29

Even though only a third of the valley can vote for the Las Vegas mayor (here’s why), the role has become a bully pulpit on the global stage. So who should be our city’s next spokesperson? In our second installment of Mayoral Mondays, our special series on the 2024 Las Vegas mayoral race, we sit down with candidate Shelley Berkley. Shelley enters the race after serving in the Nevada Assembly, on the Board of Regents, and in the United States Congress as Las Vegas’s representative for seven terms

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36:07

Local Restaurants Sue Uber, SCOTUS Hears Public...

City Cast Las Vegas ·

2024/04/26

Now that Mojave Max has finally emerged, we can officially welcome you to spring on this week’s Friday News Roundup. After a local restaurant owner discovered ghost kitchens posing as popular established restaurants on UberEats, four local restaurants filed a class-action lawsuit against Uber and related parties. Uber paused applications for virtual kitchens on the app on Tuesday, but the affected businesses want more. Also this week, the Supreme Court of the United States is weighing in on a case

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