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City Cast Salt Lake

City Cast Salt Lake is SLC’s daily news podcast. Join host Ali Vallarta and a bevy of smart and entertaining locals for conversations about the issues that matter most. City Cast Salt Lake will celebrate the city’s triumphs, explore its history, (try to) solve its mysteries, and it’ll help you feel more connected to the Wasatch Front – whether you’ve lived here for six months or six generations. Learn more and subscribe to our daily newsletter at saltlake.citycast.fm.

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16:56

How the Last Hogi Yogi/Teriyaki Stix on Earth Holds Up

City Cast Salt Lake ·

2023/07/24

Lifelong Salt Lakers know the way of the Hogi Yogi/Teriyaki Stix. But today we are all getting on board, because Deseret News features writer Meg Walter has visited maybe the last one on planet earth — and she has some notes from her experience to share with host Ali Vallarta. Plus, why did this restaurant chain disappear in the first place? Subscribe to our daily morning newsletter. You can find us on Instagram @CityCastSLC and Twitter @CityCastSLC. Looking to advertise on City Cast Salt Lake

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25:52

City-Wide Improvements, Drive-Thru Buildings, and...

City Cast Salt Lake ·

2023/07/21

The Salt Lake City Council is reviewing a number of proposals, from new pickleball courts to the end of Sugar House drive-thrus. Lead producer Emily Means joins host Ali Vallarta to break down the council’s current workload. Plus, Salt Lakers can’t stop driving into local businesses, and Sen. Mitt Romney can’t stop with the hot dog bit. Join the Capital Improvements Project Advisory Board. U.S. Sen. Mitt Romney on hot dogs. Subscribe to our daily morning newsletter. You can find us on Instagram

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20:24

For This Toothless Monster’s Sake, Quit Dumping Your...

City Cast Salt Lake ·

2023/07/20

Happy 50th birthday to the Endangered Species Act of 1973! The landmark legislation demands we do everything in our power to protect imperiled plants and animals in the United States. In celebration, Utah Division of Wildlife Resources recovery program chief Sarah Seegert tells host Ali Vallarta about a local water monster whose life is on the line –– and steps we can take to keep it around. Explore the Colorado Pikeminnow story map. Subscribe to our daily morning newsletter. You can find us on

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20:10

Guess Which of These Vacant Buildings Will Be Housing

City Cast Salt Lake ·

2023/07/19

Have you ever stared down a vacant building in downtown Salt Lake City and thought, “Why isn’t this housing?” Host Ali Vallarta is obsessed with a few particular structures that would make great apartments or shelters, and she asks SLC Planning Director Nick Norris what it would take to make it happen. This episode originally aired Feb. 15, 2023. Subscribe to our daily morning newsletter. You can find us on Instagram @CityCastSLC and Twitter @CityCastSLC. Looking to advertise on City Cast Salt

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24:17

Who Is Responsible for Camp Abatements, and Why?

City Cast Salt Lake ·

2023/07/18

Homelessness is one of Salt Lake’s most critical issues, and in recent years, camp abatements have become a controversial public-facing response to it. Multiple levels of government are involved in the process, including the Salt Lake County Public Health Department. Dr. Angela Dunn, the department’s executive director, joins host Ali Vallarta to answer our questions about abatements and examine homelessness through a public health lens. Current Salt Lake City Mayor Erin Mendenhall on

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24:12

Why You Should Get a Drink at a Salt Lake Strip Club

City Cast Salt Lake ·

2023/07/17

In January, host Ali Vallarta announced her New Year’s resolution was to have at least one drink at every bar in Salt Lake County before the end of 2023. Some called her crazy, some tried to call her bluff, but today — as she reaches the halfway point — lead producer Emily Means is calling her in for the gossip on where and when to have the most fun at Salt Lake bars. City Cast Salt Lake explores every bar in Salt Lake County tracker and map. Subscribe to our daily morning newsletter. You can find

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29:34

Utah’s Supreme Side Eye, Heat Map the City, and Local...

City Cast Salt Lake ·

2023/07/14

Buckle in, geeks, because the Utah Supreme Court is hearing a case that could have mega impacts for Salt Lake County voters. Lead producer Emily Means joins host Ali Vallarta to break it down and get you hyped on redistricting. Plus, put this scorching-hot weekend to good use and help heat map Salt Lake City. And donate some blood, while you’re at it. Volunteer to heatmap with Salt Lake City one day between July 11 and 31. ARUP will begin accepting donations from men who have sex with men on

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15:59

Tips for Taking On a Mountain Lion (if You Have To)

City Cast Salt Lake ·

2023/07/13

It’s hiking season, which means more people are out on the trails and potentially interacting with wildlife. That has us thinking about last year’s mountain lion attack on the popular Pipeline Trail in Millcreek Canyon. You’ve probably hiked there before, too! Host Ali Vallarta talks with Faith Heaton Jolley with the Utah Division of Wildlife Resources about what to do if you’re ever face to face with a cougar. This episode originally aired on Sept. 29, 2022. Subscribe to our daily morning

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16:30

Things You Didn’t Know Your Library Card Could Do

City Cast Salt Lake ·

2023/07/12

From 3D printing to passport services, the downtown Salt Lake City library offers so much more than books and air conditioning. Librarian assistant Matt Jaggi tells host Ali Vallarta everything you can explore or check off your to-do list with a library card. Plus, Ali shares an update on SLC Public Library employees’ unionization effort. The SLC Library board will meet on Monday, July 17, at 4 p.m. Attend in-person or virtually. Subscribe to our daily morning newsletter. You can find us on

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17:29

It’s Algal Bloom Season. Here’s How To Keep Your Dog...

City Cast Salt Lake ·

2023/07/11

The temperature’s rising, and everyone and their dog wants to hop into the nearest watering hole and cool off. But a fun day at the lake could take a dire turn if your pet swallows the wrong pond scum. Dr. Hannah Bonner, environmental scientist at the Utah Division of Water Quality, joins lead producer Emily Means to explain what’s in the water and how to keep the doggos safe. Check for harmful algal blooms at water bodies statewide. Report an observed bloom to this 24-hour hotline:

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16:49

What Do SLC Park Rangers Do?

City Cast Salt Lake ·

2023/07/10

Have you ever seen a Salt Lake City park ranger in the wild? We hadn’t. So we followed one around Fairmont Park in Sugar House. Ranger Nahuel Tulian joins host Ali Vallarta to talk about the scope of his responsibilities and his advice for being a better park goer. SLC Park Ranger program activity breakdown. Take the Liberty Park Playground survey. Subscribe to our daily morning newsletter. You can find us on Instagram @CityCastSLC and Twitter @CityCastSLC. Looking to advertise on City Cast Salt

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28:22

Our Rival City, Homelessness Census, and Dance Battles

City Cast Salt Lake ·

2023/07/07

Data from the annual point-in-time homelessness census shows homelessness is on the rise in Salt Lake County and across Utah. Lead producer Emily Means joins host Ali Vallarta to take a look at the results. Plus, who is Salt Lake’s rival city? Later, producer Ivana Martinez tags in to share her pick of the week. Subscribe to our daily morning newsletter. You can find us on Instagram @CityCastSLC and Twitter @CityCastSLC. Looking to advertise on City Cast Salt Lake? Check out our options for

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16:38

Busting Recycling Myths

City Cast Salt Lake ·

2023/07/06

It’s a couple days after a big holiday, and you have a tower of pizza boxes and beer cans ready to be tossed out. You’re confident about recycling the aluminum cans. But what about that greasy pizza box? McKenna Tupai, sustainability coordinator for Wasatch Front Waste and Recycling District, talks with host Ali Vallarta about what you can and can’t recycle in Salt Lake. Subscribe to our daily morning newsletter. You can find us on Instagram @CityCastSLC and Twitter @CityCastSLC. Looking to

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18:11

How Salt Lake’s Most Selective College Will Adjust on...

City Cast Salt Lake ·

2023/07/05

Last week, the U.S. Supreme Court struck down affirmative action, a college admissions principle which for decades has sought to increase the racial and ethnic diversity of student populations in higher education. How does the decision impact Salt Lake’s colleges? Dr. Tamara Stevenson, Westminster University’s vice president of diversity, equity, and inclusion, joins host Ali Vallarta to make the case for demographic diversity as an educational tool. Subscribe to our daily morning newsletter. You

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22:09

A Game-Changing Idea for Utah Women’s Sports

City Cast Salt Lake ·

2023/07/03

A proposal to build a women’s sports complex at the soon-to-be-vacant Smith’s Ballpark won over community members during Salt Lake City’s recent Ballpark NEXT competition. Utah Falconz football team president and defensive player Lacy Mile talks with host Ali Vallarta about what having a home field to play at could mean for her team and the trajectory of women’s sports. This episode originally aired March 30, 2023. Subscribe to our daily morning newsletter. You can find us on Instagram

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29:29

Hot Election Goss, a Surprise Love Story, and SLC’s...

City Cast Salt Lake ·

2023/06/30

The special election for Utah’s 2nd Congressional District took a juicy turn this week. Lead producer Emily Means joins host Ali Vallarta to share some hot goss from the Republican nominating convention. Plus, Hey Salt Lake newsletter editor Terina Ria shares an eco-friendly love story for the ages, and Ali and Emily have delicious picks of the week. Subscribe to our daily morning newsletter. You can find us on Instagram @CityCastSLC and Twitter @CityCastSLC. Looking to advertise on City Cast Salt

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13:49

Fighting To Return to SLC’s West Side After Being...

City Cast Salt Lake ·

2023/06/29

After being forced to move from her home in Salt Lake City’s Guadalupe neighborhood two years ago to make way for a new apartment development, Tina Holt Balderrama is back in her old neighborhood — but not without sacrifice. Host Ali Vallarta joins Tina at her new apartment, right across the street from a hole in the ground where her old house once stood, to talk about why she fought to make the journey home. Review Salt Lake City’s Thriving in Place action plan and provide public comment before

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22:43

Your Ultimate Salt Lake Summer Movie Guide

City Cast Salt Lake ·

2023/06/28

Something about summer really makes you want to pop some popcorn and take in a movie. Luckily, Salt Lake has oodles of indoor and outdoor options for your viewing pleasure. Host and resident film buff Ali Vallarta joins lead producer Emily Means to share her picks for the best places to catch a flick, hottest summer deals, and the origin story of the summer movie blockbuster. Utah Film Center screenings at Liberty Park Sundance Institute Local Lens summer lineup Lost & Found Club R-rated movie

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15:53

What Happened to Even Stevens Sandwiches?

City Cast Salt Lake ·

2023/06/27

Utah-based sandwich shop Even Stevens has had a rocky road of operations over the past few years. But the once beloved restaurant that rose to fame for its buy-one-give-one donation model has mysteriously shut its doors around the valley. Producer Ivana Martinez joins host Ali Vallarta to break down what happened. Subscribe to our daily morning newsletter. You can find us on Instagram @CityCastSLC and Twitter @CityCastSLC. Looking to advertise on City Cast Salt Lake? Check out our options for

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21:46

Salt Lake’s Train to Boise Is Gaining Steam

City Cast Salt Lake ·

2023/06/26

The Utah Department of Transportation just requested $500,000 from the federal government to explore the possibility of a passenger train connecting Salt Lake to Boise. City Cast Boise lead producer Frankie Barnhill and host Emma Arnold join Salt Lake host Ali Vallarta to talk about why Boiseans are so pumped to ride the rails to SLC — and the best ideas for a long weekend in each city. This episode originally aired on March 8, 2023. Subscribe to our daily morning newsletter. You can find us on

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