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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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20:35

Your Guide to April in D.C.

City Cast DC ·

2024/04/01

April in D.C. is about more than just cherry blossoms. The City Cast D.C. crew has recommendations for upcoming festivals, celebrations, and new ways to explore the city. Let us be your guide to ensure April isn’t the cruelest month. Plus, at the end of the episode, senior executive producer Priyanka Tilve sits down with our sponsor District Bridges to talk about one event THEY think you should attend this April: Juernes. Learn more about that and District Bridges' other community-building projects

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26:53

Caps and Wiz Stay in D.C., New Rosslyn Food Hall, and...

City Cast DC ·

2024/03/29

In a dramatic turn of events, Monumental Sports owner Ted Leonsis announced that the Capitals and Wizards will be staying in D.C. after all. Plus, there’s yet another new food hall in the DMV and Nats Park has undergone some futuristic upgrades just in time for the new season. Axios’ Cuneyt Dil and Anna Spiegel join the team to break it all down.For more on Ted Leonsis’ battle with a local Chinatown busker, listen to our episode with the reporter who broke the story. Want a free (and beautiful)

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24:04

D.C.’s Weirdest and Hugely Influential Unelected Board

City Cast DC ·

2024/03/28

Anything built in Georgetown has to go through the Old Georgetown Board. And, most recently it refused to approve an office-to-residential conversion on Thomas Jefferson St. NW. Topher Matthews, from Georgetown Metropolitan, explains how this unelected board of architects came to be and why it may be out-of-step with the city’s priorities. Want a free (and beautiful) engraved mug? Sign up to become a City Cast DC member to enter the raffle. Plus you’ll get ad-free listening, for as little as $8 a

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18:32

D.C.'s Got Snakes. Here's What To Do (And Not Do)

City Cast DC ·

2024/03/27

You might not think of D.C. as a city where you need to watch out for snakes, but multiple snake sightings in the city dispel that notion. Wildlife educator Caroline Seitz loves our scaly, slithery friends and last year, she explained to me what types of snakes are in the area and what you should do if you see one. Want a free (and beautiful) engraved mug? Sign up to become a City Cast DC member to enter the raffle. Plus you’ll get ad-free listening, for as little as $8 a month. Sign up by April 5

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21:29

What We Hate About D.C.'s Weed Culture

City Cast DC ·

2024/03/26

It seems like there are weed shops, vape shops and smoke shops on every corner in D.C. these days. For some, it's heaven, for others it’s a bit much. Our hosts Bridget Todd and Michael Schaffer sat down to get into how D.C.’s cannabis culture is changing, why there’s so many weed shops, and what it means for the city. Want a free (and beautiful) engraved mug? Sign up to become a City Cast DC member to enter the raffle. Plus you’ll get ad-free listening, for as little as $8 a month. Sign up by April

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17:49

How Landlords Are Ripping Off The City

City Cast DC ·

2024/03/25

There’s been a lot of controversy around D.C.’s public housing agency. The latest involves the question of whether the city is overpaying landlords. Steve Thompson from the Washington Post is here to explain why it matters — to people on public assistance and to everyone else in D.C. too. Want a free (and beautiful) engraved mug? Sign up to become a City Cast DC member to enter the raffle. Plus you’ll get ad-free listening, for as little as $8 a month. Sign up by April 5 to qualify. What’s the mug

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25:50

Frat Chaos at UMD, E-Bike Vouchers, and Visiting All...

City Cast DC ·

2024/03/22

Environmental reporter Jacob Fenston joins the team to talk about frat chaos at the University of Maryland, e-bike vouchers in D.C., and a new quest to visit every park in the District.Learn more about D.C.'s impending budget crisis in this podcast episode. Want a free (and beautiful) engraved mug? Sign up to become a City Cast DC member to enter the raffle. Plus you’ll get ad-free listening, for as little as $8 a month. Sign up by April 5 to qualify. What’s the mug engraved with? “Hey DC”! The

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16:43

Tinkering with D.C.'s Height Act

City Cast DC ·

2024/03/21

One of the most notable features of Washington’s cityscape is the skyscrapers: there aren’t any! That’s thanks to a law that’s more than a century old. But we’re in the midst of another conversation about tinkering with the law. We spoke with WTOP’s Luke Garrett last year to break it all 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. Interested in advertising with City

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18:28

How to Survive D.C.'s Wild Allergy Season

City Cast DC ·

2024/03/20

Allergy season is here. It may seem a little early, but this year’s unusually warm weather has pollen counts near record highs in D.C. Dr. Rachel Schreiber, who heads up the Schreiber Allergy practice, joins us to share what you need to know about surviving allergy season. Stay up to date with DC news! Sign up for our morning newsletter Hey DC. Interested in advertising with City Cast? Find more info HERE And we’d love to feature you on the show! Share your DC-related thoughts, hopes, and

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23:39

Blossoms Blooming, National Airport Debate, and...

City Cast DC ·

2024/03/19

Cherry blossoms are peaking early thanks to climate change and there’s a fight over D.C.’s busiest airport. The City Cast team is here to sum up the latest news and laugh at some hilarious one star reviews of the Jefferson Memorial. Make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter Hey DC, to keep up with all the latest in the city. 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 Keep up with us on

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14:23

What To Know About D.C.'s Impending Budget Crisis

City Cast DC ·

2024/03/18

It looks like D.C.’s city budget is about to have a big fat hole in it. If you feel like we were swimming in cash not so long ago, you’re right. Tristan Navera from the Business Journal is here to tell us how this happened and what could be on the chopping block. 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 And we’d

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20:56

Fare Evasion, Baseball Tax, and Pricey Parking Spaces

City Cast DC ·

2024/03/15

We’re talking Metro fare evasion, the future of Nats Park, and the cost of a parking space. City Cast Contributor Dan Reed and our senior producer Julia Karron are here to give us the latest.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 We’re also on Twitter! Follow us at @citycast_dc And we’d love to feature you on

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14:26

How to Avoid Trash Collection Fines

City Cast DC ·

2024/03/14

Are you confused about your trash? What goes in what can, when should you use bags, and just what are you supposed to do with batteries? We sat down with Marlon Wright, the city’s solid waste administrator, to get the dirt on garbage. If you need help figuring out what to do with your garbage, reach out to the Department of Public Works. Want to keep up with all things DC? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter Hey DC. Interested in advertising with City Cast? Find more info HERE And

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11:58

Why You Should Explore 16th Street Heights

City Cast DC ·

2024/03/13

Big changes could be coming to 16th Street Heights. Businesses on the 4700 and 4600 blocks of 14th are doing a big push to revitalize this stretch and bring more commercial and residential development. City Cast contributor Austin Graff, who runs a popular Instagram account about exploring D.C., is here to tell us about all of the neighborhood's vibrant spots you should check out.You can find Austin on Instagram @austinkgraff! Want some more DC news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning

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17:34

Is the Monumental Sports Arena Deal Dead?

City Cast DC ·

2024/03/12

The deal to move the Capitals and the Wizards to Virginia isn’t looking good. Last week, both VA’s senate and house removed language about adding an arena to the state’s budget, potentially killing the deal for good. Michael Pope from Virginia Public Radio is here to explain where everything went wrong and if this plan still has a chance.Want to stay up to date on everything DC? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter, Hey DC. You can also become a member, with ad-free listening, for

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14:44

Why D.C.'s Crime Lab Is In Trouble

City Cast DC ·

2024/03/11

A few years ago, D.C. set up its own crime lab to process evidence and help investigators work cases faster. After fumbling multiple cases, the lab embarrassingly lost its accreditation last year. Now, part of the operation is coming back online. Washington City Paper’s Alex Koma is here to explain what it means for crime in the district.Want to stay up to date on everything DC? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter Hey DC. You can also become a member, with ad-free listening, for as

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26:24

Crime Bill Passes, Service Fee Cap, and Office-to-Art...

City Cast DC ·

2024/03/08

D.C. Council passed two major bills this week — one that’s supposed to fight crime, and another that deals, yet again, with restaurant service charges. Plus, the Artomatic show opens today, transforming an empty office building downtown. Emily Davies of the Post and Anna Spiegel of Axios are here to explain.Sign up for our morning newsletter Hey DC to get hip to all the latest from around the city. You can also become a member, with ad-free listening, for as little as $8 a month. Interested in

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22:52

The Development Fight Tearing Chevy Chase Apart

City Cast DC ·

2024/03/07

There’s an epic fight over the redevelopment of the public library in Chevy Chase —- a fight that involves affordable housing, NIMBYism and historic preservation. The Washington Post’s Meagan Flynn is here to explain why it might give a glimpse into the future of development in D.C. After the interview, senior executive producer Priyanka Tilve joins for a conversation sponsored by Alliance Francaise, about the organization’s exciting summer opportunities. Check out Alliance Francaise at

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16:02

How D.C. Broke Sports Betting

City Cast DC ·

2024/03/06

GambetDC, the District’s sports betting platform, is marred with issues. So much so that the city was willing to find a new contractor. But it turns out that maybe they’re too late and will have to stick with Intralot for another year. We chatted with Danny Funt last year to discuss why GambetDC was a mess in the first place. 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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22:11

How the Smithsonian is Rectifying its Racist Past

City Cast DC ·

2024/03/05

It sounds like something out of a horror movie, but throughout the early 20th century, the Smithsonian acquired more than 280 human brains as a part of racist eugenics studies. More than a quarter of the brains still held by the Smithsonian today belonged to people in the DMV. Now, a Smithsonian task force says those remains should be repatriated. The Washington Post's Nicole Dungca is here to explain the reporting that triggered an investigation. After the interview, our executive producer Priyanka

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