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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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20:23

D.C.'s Troubled 911 System Has Fatal Consequences

City Cast DC ·

2023/08/29

The 911 call center is back in the news after the flooding that killed 10 pups at District Dogs daycare on August 14th. A dispatcher error delayed the emergency response, and it’s not the first time that’s happened. Veteran journalist Dave Statter has been covering the call center’s troubles for decades, and in this interview originally aired in February, he tells us why it’s such a mess. Want some more DC news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter. And we’d love to feature you on

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19:06

D.C.’s Most Coveted Undeveloped Land

City Cast DC ·

2023/08/28

Poplar Point is a federally-owned waterfront property in Anacostia. It’s also one of the most contested spaces in D.C. because everybody agrees it’s prime real estate but nobody can agree on what should go there. Tristan Navera explains some of the options and who’s fighting for what. Learn more about Summer Restaurant Week, check out which restaurants are participating, and browse menus at our sponsor RAMW’s website: www.rwdmv.com. Want some more DC news? Then make sure to sign up for our

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19:46

Comparing Crime Rates, Little League Drama, and Best...

City Cast DC ·

2023/08/25

A new poll says most Americans think DC is a safe city to live in, but around here, it seems all people are talking about is crime. So how bad is it really? Bridget Todd, Priyanka Tilve, and Julia Karron are here to chat about that, plus some major drama in DC’s Little League and also the best pizza in town. As always, our Friday news roundups are powered by the fabulous local reporting around here: Check out the latest Gallup poll about America’s safest cities. Frederick Kunkle of the

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15:00

How to Safely Bike Around D.C.

City Cast DC ·

2023/08/24

Locals Siddharth Muchhal and Bobo Stankovikj set out to visit every Bikeshare dock in the DMV. Why did they do it and what tips and tricks do they have for the rest of us? Host Michael Schaffer found out for us. 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 And we’d love to feature you on the show! Share your DC-related thoughts, hopes, and frustrations with us in a voicemail by calling

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18:39

D.C. is Bringing Roller Skating Back

City Cast DC ·

2023/08/23

Roller skating became all the rage during the pandemic, but for D.C., this wasn’t really a new thing. Just ask D.C. skate enthusiast, Salleta Coleman. She tells us why the District has always had a special connection to skating. Want some more DC news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter. We’re also on Twitter! Follow us at @citycast_dc. And we’d love to feature you on the show! Share your DC-related thoughts, hopes, and frustrations with us in a voicemail by calling

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17:40

Celebrating 65 Years of Ben’s Chili Bowl

City Cast DC ·

2023/08/22

The word “iconic” gets used too much in D.C. But in the case of Ben’s Chili Bowl, the U Street Mecca for late-night half-smokes, it fits. Bridget and Mike sat down with Virginia Ali, the matriarch of the restaurant which turns 65 today! They talk about the early days serving Howard University students, living through the fires of 1968, and what business is like in spiffed-up 21st century U Street. Want some more DC news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter Hey DC. Interested in

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17:26

Why Our Social Worker Shortage Is Driving Up...

City Cast DC ·

2023/08/21

Houselessness is still below pre-pandemic levels in the District, but that good news doesn't paint the entire picture. Because there’s also been an increase in houselessness this year. The city also has a social worker shortage. Marissa Lang, reporter at the Washington Post, has been covering how this is impacting 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 info HERE We’re also on Twitter

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24:23

D.C. Sued For Anti-Abortion Arrest, Dogs Drown, & Is...

City Cast DC ·

2023/08/18

District Dogs day care in Northeast flooded again, but this time, 10 dogs drowned. Our team talks about what happened and how the owner’s past pleas to the city went unheeded. Plus, we break down a “freedom of speech” lawsuit by anti-abortion protesters against D.C. and size up Washington City Paper’s Best of D.C. 2023. Check out the local reporting that powers our roundups: News4 Reporter Walter Morris spoke with several pet owners whose dogs were in a flooded dog day care. John Domen of WTOP

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16:59

How To Start Running In D.C.

City Cast DC ·

2023/08/17

D.C. has loads of parks and trails, which make it a great city for running. It also has a lot of hills, which, for a lot of people….not so much. We sat down last year with Washington Post wellness reporter Kelyn Soong to get his sense of Washington as a running town — and as some of his tips and tricks to get out there and start pounding the pavement. Want some more DC news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter. We’re also on Twitter! Follow us at @citycast_dc And we’d love to

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21:35

D.C. is Losing Jobs to Virginia

City Cast DC ·

2023/08/16

The pandemic changed where you work — and where the people who sell you stuff want to set up shop. In the D.C. area, this has meant jobs, and people, moving from the city to the suburbs. Will it last? And what comes next? Tristan Navarra from the Washington Business Journal is here to explain. 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

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10:19

How To Get a New D.C. Memorial Constructed

City Cast DC ·

2023/08/15

During World War 2, women took on roles as codebreakers, pilots, butchers, and farmers to aid in the war effort. These women are “Rosies” like Rosie the Riveter. College student Raya Kenney has been trying to get a memorial to these women built in DC for half her life — since she was 11. She explains what it takes to get a new monument constructed. 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 And

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22:08

What Haters Get Wrong About D.C.

City Cast DC ·

2023/08/14

D.C. gets a bad rep ... in a lot of ways. People say we're not fashionable, we're careerist snobs. Are they right? Co-hosts Mike Schaffer and Bridget Todd sat down to discuss D.C.’s stickiest stereotypes. Also, we're doing a live taping, and we'd love to see you. Come on by to Sonny's Pizza on Monday, Aug. 28. There will be a wine tasting from 5-6 p.m., followed by our recording at 6:30 p.m. It's also our anniversary party, so it's going to be a really special night. RSVP here. Want some more DC

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22:47

National Guard Intervention? Plus, Beyonce Concert...

City Cast DC ·

2023/08/11

This week, a Councilmember called for the National Guard to help curb D.C. crime, Beyonce fans came up against the famously terrible FedEx Field, and a bunch of DC restaurants announced they’re taking summer breaks. The team wraps it all up with Washingtonian’s food editor Jessica Sidman. As always, our Friday roundup is fueled by great local journalism: Fox5 lays out Trayon White’s call for the National Guard and how the city’s responded WTOP covers the fallout of the Beyonce concert at FedEx

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18:00

Is It Time To Change D.C.'s Skyline?

City Cast DC ·

2023/08/10

When you think of city skylines, you might picture dazzling skyscrapers and high-rises. But not in D.C., where the Height Act of 1910 has given the city its iconic shorter vista. But we’re in the midst of another conversation about tinkering with the law. Should we? WTOP’s Luke Garrett breaks it down. 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

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13:31

The Best Places to Cry in D.C.

City Cast DC ·

2023/08/09

D.C. can be a tough city and sometimes we all need to have a little cry. And it turns out D.C. is a great city for crying in public. Kiara McGowan from the now viral TikTok account “Crying in DC” grabs the tissues to talk about the best spots to shed some tears and how she’s making space for D.C.’s public criers. Follow Kiara on TikTok @cryingindc 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

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14:43

Excavating D.C.’s Slave History at Mount Zion Cemetery

City Cast DC ·

2023/08/08

Mount Zion is one of the oldest Black cemeteries in D.C. and a lot of former enslaved people are buried there. Plus, it was a stop on the underground railroad! Lisa Fager from the Black Georgetown Foundation is here to tell us about the site’s unexpected and rich history, efforts to restore Mount Zion and its sister cemetery, and how Washingtonians can find their locally buried ancestors. Want some more DC news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter Hey DC. Interested in advertising

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14:19

Should All D.C. Stoves Be Electric?

City Cast DC ·

2023/08/07

It’s a common attitude among foodies that gas stoves are better, but not if you ask Rob Rubba, chef at Oyster Oyster. And he would know, because he just won a James Beard Award. As D.C. Council considers legislation that incentivizes a switch from gas stoves to electric, Rob tells us why in his kitchen, it’s electric! 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

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22:25

Suspicious Festival Cancellation, Preventing Power...

City Cast DC ·

2023/08/04

While America is talking about what’s happening in a certain local courtroom, our team is talking about the mystery of a canceled Asian American book festival, the non-mystery of why DC loses power in thunderstorms, and another plan to fix Pennsylvania Avenue. Here’s some more info on today’s stories: Our newsletter Hey DC covered the Asian American Lit Festival cancellation Read more about DC Plug to see how it might affect your home. Hey DC also had a piece about the plans to reimagine

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23:54

Brutally Honest D.C. Restaurant Opinions

City Cast DC ·

2023/08/03

What are D.C.'s most overrated restaurants? Is $20 for a sandwich actually a reasonable price? Washingtonian’s food editor Jessica Sidman joins the City Cast crew to hash out restaurant hot takes that might make your blood boil. 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! Share your DC-related thoughts,

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19:34

The Dark and Twisted Pasts of D.C's Famous Sites

City Cast DC ·

2023/08/02

D.C.’s streets are full of hidden histories. JoAnn Hill wrote the literal book on them, and she’s here to share some of the weirdest — and darkest — stories behind famous D.C. sites, like Dupont Underground, the Supreme Court, and Soldier’s Home Cemetery. 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! Share

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