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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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29:24

‘Your City Could Be Better’: DC’s Plan To Hold...

City Cast Madison ·

2026/03/15

Madisonians are concerned about police accountability, especially with the increased presence of federal troops in many cities. DC Council in Washington recently passed emergency legislation requiring local police to release body-worn camera footage of incidents involving federal forces they patrol with, and to collect the names of federal officers who make arrests. It’s a big shift in local policy, partially motivated by the fact that local cops have damaged their reputation by patrolling with

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32:52

Supreme Court Shakeups, Amtrak Speeds Up Madison...

City Cast Madison ·

2026/03/13

As Wisconsin voters get ready to head to the polls next month to elect the next Wisconsin Supreme Court justice, current Justice Annette Ziegler announced this week that she will not run for a third term in 2027. Ziegler is the second conservative-leaning justice to retire from the court since liberal-aligned justices took the majority in 2023. City Cast Madison executive producer Hayley Sperling breaks down the story with newsletter editor Rob Thomas and producer Jade Iseri-Ramos. Plus, Amtrak’s

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22:43

Does Tapping Hurt Trees? And Other Maple Syrup...

City Cast Madison ·

2026/03/12

How sweet it is to have a free maple syrup festival right in our backyard! This weekend, the Aldo Leopold Nature Center is hosting its annual Maple Syrup Fest complete with hands-on activities, hikes, and of course, tastings. To give us the rundown on what makes this festival so special and get into the legacy of Aldo Leopold himself, host Bianca Martin chats with the center’s education director, Virginia Wiggen.🥕 Join us every Thursday as we explore Madison's food culture, from the brewers and

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24:14

Hometown Satirical Newspaper Conquers the World

City Cast Madison ·

2026/03/11

Decades before “fake news” became a political dog whistle, the folks behind The Onion were publishing tongue-in-cheek, satirical news. The founders launched it in 1988 right here in Madison. Christine Wenc was a copy editor, writer, and illustrator on the original staff, and is the author of “Funny Because It's True: How The Onion Created Modern American News Satire.” Host Bianca Martin chats with Christine about the Onion’s early days, and why Madison was the perfect birthplace for the iconic

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31:40

What the Flock Is Up With Madison's Soccer Scene?

City Cast Madison ·

2026/03/10

Forward Madison FC’s season officially kicks off this weekend! And the team is looking much different than it did last year. Plus the new women’s team, Rally Madison FC, will hit the pitch this summer. To catch us up on all things soccer — or football, if you will — host Bianca Martin chats with Rob Chappell, executive editor at Madison365 and host of the 608 Soccer Show podcast. 👋 Wanna talk to us about an episode? Leave us a voicemail at 608-318-3367 or email madison@citycast.fm. We’re also on

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24:37

Why WSUM Is the Best College Radio Station in the Nation

City Cast Madison ·

2026/03/09

UW-Madison’s student-run radio station WSUM was recently named Intercollegiate Broadcasting System’s Best College Radio Station in the country! The 24-year-old station has gone through some major transformations over the years, from fighting for a radio tower to broadcasting from state-of-the-art equipment and launching a successful app. Today host Bianca Martin catches up with WSUM program director Paige Elizabeth Kearney and production director Johnny Raider to get the details on what’s in WSUM’s

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32:31

'Your City Could Be Better': What Madison Needs To...

City Cast Madison ·

2026/03/08

Homelessness is one of the major issues that cities like Madison are trying to solve. The state of Utah is planning to build a 16-acre homeless campus on the outskirts of Salt Lake City, where unhoused people with mental illnesses or addiction issues could be sheltered and in some cases involuntarily committed. This controversial idea is the brainchild of conservative think tanks, and it’s one that’s very much being embraced by the Trump administration and the Utah legislature. City Cast CEO David

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35:26

Wisconsin and the War, Restaurant Openings, Concerts...

City Cast Madison ·

2026/03/06

With international news dominated by war, how does the U.S. involvement in Iran impact us here in Wisconsin? The City Cast Madison team digs into this question as well as some lighter news about what’s going on here at home. Several new restaurants have opened in the Madison area recently, and it’s time to get excited for summer because the Concerts on the Square lineup is out!Mentioned on the show Has the war in Iran directly affected you or loved ones? [Cap Times] Does This Go Together? And

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46:00

Celebrating 50 Years of L’Etoile

City Cast Madison ·

2026/03/05

One of Madison’s most iconic restaurants is celebrating a huge milestone this year. L’Etoile is turning 50! The boundary-pushing farm-to-table restaurant has served as a launching pad for some of Madison’s most accomplished chefs. So what’s the secret sauce that makes this place so special? Today, host Bianca Martin chats with L’Etoile founder Odessa Piper and current chef and owner Tory Miller to find out.Want more? Listen to our 2023 interview with Odessa. 🥕 Join us every Thursday as we

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35:39

What's Missing From Madison's Housing Conversations?

City Cast Madison ·

2026/03/04

In many ways when it comes to housing, Madison is stuck between a rock and a hard place. While there’s been an influx of new residents, there’s limited space on the isthmus for housing growth and some communities are wary of new developments. Nonetheless, the city has made strides toward easing the pressures of our housing market, as it recently outlined in its 2025 Housing Snapshot Report. Today, host Bianca Martin speaks with executive director of Common Wealth Development, Justice Castañeda,

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27:24

How Madisonians Are Ditching Microplastics in Their...

City Cast Madison ·

2026/03/03

When you think about sustainability, where does clothing come into the conversation? In a world where roughly 30% of the microplastics in our oceans come from synthetic clothing material, it’s more important than ever to build a connection to the fibers we wear every day. As we welcome the spring growing season, host Bianca Martin speaks with Leslie Schroeder, founder of the Midwest Linen Revival, who is leading a movement in Madison to make the fashion industry more sustainable. This show

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34:17

Your Guide To March 2026 in Madison

City Cast Madison ·

2026/03/02

Beware OR embrace the Ides of March! Dealers choice. On today’s episode, host Bianca Martin, executive producer Hayley Sperling, and newsletter editor Rob Thomas give their top recommendations for ways to live your best life in Madison this March. From going to the next I’mProv, You’re Prov comedy show and Wisconsin Film Fest previews to Femmestival 2026 and more, there’s plenty to be excited about this month. 👋 Wanna talk to us about an episode? Leave us a voicemail at 608-318-3367 or email

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24:47

'Your City Could Be Better': What Madison Needs To...

City Cast Madison ·

2026/03/01

A lot of cities, including Madison, are trying to figure out how best to revitalize downtown. It's an issue that's especially top of mind for Pittsburgh, who is hosting the NFL Draft in April. To solve the problem of vacant properties and empty storefronts, the city is trying out a new rent abatement program. So, City Cast CEO David Plotz talks with City Cast Pittsburgh podcast host Megan Harris about why their downtown emptied out, whether this program will bring new businesses downtown for the

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35:00

Statehouse Shakeups, School Funding Fight, and...

City Cast Madison ·

2026/02/27

Happy Friday, Madison! It’s time to round up the news of the week. The City Cast Madison team is digging into happenings at the statehouse, including Assembly Speaker Robin Vos’s announcement that he won’t seek reelection and the partisan battle over school funding. Plus, after winning the gold in Milan, Badger women’s hockey players have found themselves entangled in a controversy with the president. Also, nominate us for Best of Madison! (Please <3) ICYMI: Host Bianca Martin talked data

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33:53

Upcoming Downtown Restaurant Has Ho-Chunk Pride and a...

City Cast Madison ·

2026/02/26

Summer in Madison is always sweet, but this year we have even more to look forward to as “Top Chef” star and Ho-Chunk chef Elena Terry’s new restaurant, Tall Grass, will *hopefully* open at the Madison Museum of Contemporary Art just in time for the Art Fair in the Square. Host Bianca Martin spoke with Terry on the podcast to talk about what to expect from the menu, why she chose to open a restaurant in MMOCA, and how she plans on serving both her customers and her community. 🥕 Join us every

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33:35

How to Protect Yourself From Measles and Misinformation

City Cast Madison ·

2026/02/25

Measles has returned to the United States. Two cases of exposure to the highly infectious virus were reported in Madison earlier this month. Host Bianca Martin sits down with longtime public radio host and new podcaster, Dr. Zorba Paster, to remind us how the virus spreads, who’s most vulnerable, and how to combat misinformation around vaccines. Dr. Paster was the host of WPR’s “Zorba Paster On Your Health” until its cancellation in September 2025. His new podcast is “Stay Well with Dr. Zorba

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35:37

How UW Research Lab Created a Modern Day “Green Book”

City Cast Madison ·

2026/02/24

The Wisconsin Historical Society is safeguarding the stories of being Black in Madison by including the SoulFolk Collective’s oral history collection in its archive. The collective is a research lab in UW-Madison’s Department of African American Studies that does research projects centering the Black experience , including mapping Black-affirming spaces in the city. . To learn more, host Bianca Martin speaks with Dr. Jessica Stovall and Angela Fitzgerald about the Black Madison Archive and what is

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27:30

Do We Need 20 City Council Members?

City Cast Madison ·

2026/02/23

Madison’s Common Council is composed of 20 part-time alders. But should it be? Recently, the conversation over the size and makeup of our city council has been revived and residents have varying thoughts on the matter. Today, executive producer Hayley Sperling digs into the arguments for and against a smaller council with City Cast Madison producer Jade Iseri-Ramos. Plus, we hear what you have to say about the idea!👋 Wanna talk to us about an episode? Leave us a voicemail at 608-318-3367 or email

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27:49

‘Your City Could Be Better’: A Showdown Over...

City Cast Madison ·

2026/02/22

More data centers are popping up across the country — but not in Madison. City Cast CEO David Plotz talks with City Cast Madison host Bianca Martin about the pros and cons of data centers, why the city instituted a one-year moratorium on new data center construction, and the economic, ethical, and ecological considerations at the heart of this debate. Plus, city survival tips in Madison and DC. We also mentioned this City Cast Madison episode. Is there something your city is doing that we should

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33:03

Pedestrian Safety on Park St., Election Results, and...

City Cast Madison ·

2026/02/20

This week, 13% of registered voters in Dane County cast their ballots in the spring primary election, and the City Cast Madison team is here with the results. Plus, local officials to work together to address safety issues on South Park Street following a fatal crash. Host Bianca Martin is joined by executive producer Hayley Sperling and newsletter editor Rob Thomas to talk about the news of the week, including the closing of Porta Bella and the opening of Baked Lab. Mentioned on the

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