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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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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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16:48

Your Guide to March in D.C.

City Cast DC ·

2024/03/04

The days are finally feeling longer, it’s greener outside, and we’ve got an estimate for peak cherry blossom and it’s in this month! Welcome to March! We’re talking through some event and activity recommendations to take advantage of the good weather. If you loved Kaela’s recommendations for bars, why not check out some underrated ones we talked about in a recent episode? 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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23:36

Ambitious Downtown Plan, Maryland Senate Shakeup, and...

City Cast DC ·

2024/03/01

Mayor Bowser has a plan for a wild future of downtown D.C., The Washington Post’s Michael Brice-Saddler is here to tell us all about it. Plus, City Cast contributor Dan Reed gives us the latest on an abortion ballot initiative and Senate shakeup in Maryland politics and finally a possible catnapping in Foggy Bottom. 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

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24:27

How DCPL Preserves D.C.'s Unseen Black History

City Cast DC ·

2024/02/29

The MLK library is home to D.C.'s People’s Archive, a living breathing collection honoring the city's cultural, social, and political history. Program Coordinator Maya Thompson and Archivist Derek Gray join us to explain how the archive preserves and celebrates Black History, and why right now, that's more important than ever.After the interview, senior executive producer Priyanka Tilve joins for a conversation sponsored by Alliance Francaise, about the organization’s exciting summer

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16:51

What D.C.'s Empty Offices Cost You

City Cast DC ·

2024/02/28

D.C. could be “ground zero” for office distress, AKA expensive downtown office buildings sitting unused and empty. And It could have big impacts for all of us, because D.C. relies on office taxes for revenue. So if office values go down, we’ve got a big problem. Emily Wishingrad, reporter at BisNow, has been covering the story of what D.C.’s office distress means for the city. Check out more of Emily’s comprehensive reporting on this topic. And if you want to support those impacted by the WAMU

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32:20

Unions Protest Arena Move, RIP DCist, and D.C.’s...

City Cast DC ·

2024/02/27

The Washington Post’s Teo Armus explains why some Virginia unions have come out against the plan to move the Capitals and the Wizards to Virginia. Plus, we pour one out for DCist shutting down and what it says about the state of media, and why it seems like polyamory is on the rise in D.C. Plus, after the interview, City Cast CEO David Plotz joins us for a conversation sponsored by Urban Pace, the mid-Atlantic leader in development real estate services, about the new Ebenezer Row homes in Capitol

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20:37

What DCist's Closure Means for Local News

City Cast DC ·

2024/02/26

On Friday, public radio station WAMU announced that it was killing its local news site DCist. Fifteen journalists lost their jobs, adding even more casualties to a job market that has seen steep cuts over the past year. Reporter Martin Austermuhle, who spent more than a decade with WAMU and DCist, is here to tell us what happened, and what it means for the city. Want some more DC news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter Hey DC. Interested in advertising with City Cast? Find more

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23:32

Nadeau Recall, Retail Security Upgrades, and...

City Cast DC ·

2024/02/23

There’s another recall campaign, this time against Ward 1 councilmember Brianne Nadeau. NBC4’s Mark Segraves is here to tell us about it. We’re also talking about the wild new security measures going up in local stores to try to curb theft. Plus: Oysters! City Cast’s Ashe Durban explains last year’s record catch in the Chesapeake. Want some more DC news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter Hey DC. Interested in advertising with City Cast? Find more info HERE We’re also on Twitter

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