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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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17:11

D.C.'s Most Annoying Development Debate

City Cast DC ·

2023/07/13

The McMillan Sand Filtration Site is about to emerge as the Reservoir District, rebranding a part of town that for years, was the focal point of the city's most annoying debate. Mike Neibauer from the Washington Business Journal is here to tell us what the new development, with a huge swathe of townhouses, retail and office space, will look like. 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

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16:11

What To Eat, Drink, and See in Georgetown

City Cast DC ·

2023/07/12

Fringe Festival kicks off today! It’s an exciting annual event that highlights the local theater scene, but … it’s in Georgetown, famously one of the most annoying neighborhoods to get to. Or maybe that’s an unfair rap! Local guide and City Cast DC contributor Austin Graff is here to tell us why Georgetown is worth your effort, and what you should see, eat, and drink once you get there. Want some more DC news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter Hey DC. Interested in advertising

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22:39

Best River, Lake, and Ocean Day Trips From DC

City Cast DC ·

2023/07/11

If this is your least favorite time of year for D.C. weather, you’re not alone. I’m right there with you. It’s been hot, sticky, and humid the last few weeks. And you’re probably looking to be near some water. Whether you’re a lake person, a river person, or an ocean person, local travel guide Tim Ebner has got you covered. 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! Follow

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20:31

A Controversial, New Shelter in Foggy Bottom

City Cast DC ·

2023/07/10

The city is pushing ahead with plans to build a controversial homeless shelter in a former George Washington University dorm. It’s on a block with 2 hotels and Michelin-starred restaurants, and Michael Brice-Sadler from the Washington Post is here to tell us how residents, advocates, and business owners in the area all feel about it. 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

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18:25

Cheap Air Filters, Best Local Ice Cream, and Branded...

City Cast DC ·

2023/07/07

The Canadian wildfires are likely to keep smogging up our air on and off through October. The team is here to discuss cheap air filter alternatives, whether Metro’s new branding strategy will make you more likely to ride, and best ice cream spots in the DMV. 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! Follow us at @citycast_dc And we’d love to feature you on the show

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17:33

Creating a D.C. High School From Scratch

City Cast DC ·

2023/07/06

This fall, DC will open its first new neighborhood high school in decades. Harold McCray, the new principal of MacArthur High School, joins us to share how you pick a mascot and traditions for a brand-new school — and why he thinks parents should enroll their kids ASAP. 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! Follow us at @citycast_dc. And we’d love to feature you on

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19:31

Should New Buildings Fit “Neighborhood Character”?

City Cast DC ·

2023/07/05

There's a big debate happening in Shaw over potential new condos at 1515 Ninth Street NW. A local developer wants to replace the vacant building and parking lot with a six-story-high building. But some residents see the development as a "monstrosity" that will ruin the neighborhood. Today, two neighbors with different perspectives hash it out. Interested in advertising with City Cast? Find more info HERE. Want some more DC news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter Hey DC. Just

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22:50

Why D.C. Fast Casual Reigns Supreme

City Cast DC ·

2023/07/03

CAVA just went public, to huge success in the market. District Taco announced this year that it wants to go national soon. CYM is going national already. D.C. has SO MUCH success as an incubator for fast-casual spots! Why!? City Cast DC Contributor Tim Ebner is here, as well as one of the co-founders of the Indian fast-casual eatery, RASA to dig into it. Pun intended. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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24:35

School Board Protest, Sportswashing, and Fourth of July

City Cast DC ·

2023/06/30

Hundreds of people showed up to a Montgomery County school board meeting this week, protesting the LGBTQ+ books in the curriculum. Plus, there’s a lot of uproar over Qatar potentially investing in the D.C. sports franchise that owns the Wizards, Mystics, and Capitals. And for some fun at the end, we’ve got Fourth of July events for you. Check out the local reporting that powers our roundups: Axios DC’s Chelsea Ciruzzo is all over the MoCo School Board protests. Candace Buckner of The Washington

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25:13

Harassment Scandal Casts Doubt on Mayor's Leadership

City Cast DC ·

2023/06/29

This week has brought still more ugly workplace sexual misconduct allegations in the case of John Falcicchio, who was Mayor Bowser’s indispensable top aide until his abrupt resignation in March. Alex Koma from City Paper is the reporter behind one of the scoops, and he’s here to tell us what’s happening — and what it may say about just what sort of office culture exists around D.C.’s mayor. Want some more DC news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter Hey DC. Interested in

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17:19

Why D.C. Traffic Enforcement is Such A Mess

City Cast DC ·

2023/06/28

Traffic fatalities in D.C. are up 50% this year. But enforcement is way down. Now, the city is sending out texts and mail to high-risk drivers, to remind them to obey the law. Jordan Pascale, transportation reporter at WAMU, is here to explain why D.C.’s traffic enforcement is so haphazard and what’s being done about it. 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! Follow

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19:20

How E-Scooters Are Changing D.C.

City Cast DC ·

2023/06/27

Lime broke its D.C.-area record for e-scooter and e-bike trips in May, with 430,000 trips. It’s proof of the thing we’re all feeling: that these new forms of transportation are everywhere. What does that mean for the culture, the look, and the feel of D.C.? 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. What do you think of the scooters around D.C.? Leave us a voicemail about that or any other

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15:47

Why Bears are Roaming D.C.

City Cast DC ·

2023/06/26

Bears! They’ve been spotted in Rockville, Hyattsville, Arlington, Roosevelt Island, and Northeast D.C.’s Brookland, where neighbors called animal control about a bear they named Franklin, after the street where he was roaming. Lauren Crossed from the Humane Rescue Alliance is here to explain why the bears are hitting urban neighborhoods, and what to do if you see one. Want some more DC news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter Hey DC. Just text "DC" to 66866 to

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22:48

Mayoral Office Harassment Scandal, GOP's Traffic...

City Cast DC ·

2023/06/23

In this week’s roundup, Cuynet Dil from Axios DC and City Cast contributor Dan Reed are here to chat about the latest in the troubling saga of John Falcicchio, the top mayoral aide who abruptly left his job this spring. Plus, House Republicans have unveiled a draft budget bill that includes a bunch of riders that would change how we drive, go to the doctor, and regulate cannabis sales. And Montgomery County is up in arms over an app that allows people to rent private pools. Check out this local

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24:19

Which D.C. Airport Should You Use Most?

City Cast DC ·

2023/06/22

Washington is the rare city where locals have three airports to choose from. And even if you’re aiming to buy tickets just based on price, it’s not always that simple to figure out what works best. Scott Keyes, the founder of Going — formerly Scott’s Cheap Flights — is here to walk us through the secret strategies of Dulles, National, and BWI. 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

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17:42

GRRRR! Kicking Off DCPL’s Dino Roar Contest

City Cast DC ·

2023/06/21

The DC public library is officially kicking off its annual dinosaur roar competition. In the past, the contest has been so popular it’s gone global, and the children’s librarian behind the whole thing, Elaine Pelton, explains what that says about our city, and how you can join the competition. Want some more DC news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter Hey DC. You can subscribe by just texting “DC” to 66866. Interested in advertising with City Cast? Find more info HERE. Learn

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19:28

A Guide to D.C.’s Summer Festivals

City Cast DC ·

2023/06/20

Today we’re all about festivals — summer in D.C. is full of them, and Nicole Schaller from District Fray is here to tell you which ones to hit, which to skip, and how to get the most out of them. This is the final episode of our Summer Entertainment Guide, presented by Clyde’s Restaurant Group, where we help you make sense of summer’s overwhelming options for how to spend your days. Check out the other two episodes here: D.C.’s Best Outdoor Movie Screenings Why You Need to Visit Anacostia

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27:14

More Flights at DCA? Plus, Ruby Corado's Dramatic...

City Cast DC ·

2023/06/16

There’s a big fight going on over adding more flights to DCA — which side should you be on? Plus, Britt Peterson is here to talk about her Washingtonian expose about the scandal that brought down Casa Ruby, a once-celebrated refuge for Trans kids in D.C. And City Cast DC’s Priyanka Tilve is here with some Juneteenth events you gotta attend. Check out these stories that fueled our episode: Cuneyt Dil from Axios has the latest on the DCA fight. Britt’s piece about Casa Ruby is a

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22:42

D.C.’s Path to Statehood

City Cast DC ·

2023/06/15

The fight for statehood has been a longstanding wish for residents of the District. Will D.C. get it? Who is against it? And what would it look like if the District got it? D.C. broadcast legend Kojo Nnamdi gives us his perspective on what D.C. statehood could look like if it’s granted. This episode won a Dateline Award, from the Society of Professional Journalists. It was one of three awards we won from the organization this week. Thank you for your continued support! Subscribe to our morning

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19:25

What To Do When the Snakes Come Out

City Cast DC ·

2023/06/14

D.C. is in prime season for snake sightings. That might sound a little scary for some, but local wildlife educator Caroline Seitz says they're more afraid of us than we are of them. Her love for the scaly, slithery creatures is infectious, and she explains what to do when you see one. Text “DC” to 66866 to subscribe to our newsletter Hey DC. Our editor Kaela has a brilliantly curated list of news, events, and cool features every weekday morning. Interested in advertising with City Cast? Find more

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