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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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15:41

How 'Street Sense' Empowers D.C.'s Homeless

City Cast DC ·

2022/12/19

Street Sense is a newspaper with a mission- to end homelessness in DC. In honor of the paper’s 20th anniversary, two vendors, Aida Peery and Jackie Turner, are putting together an oral history of how Street Sense has helped so many Washingtonians find confidence, hope, and housing. In case you missed that exciting live taping we mentioned in the newscast (about D.C. judges, the National Zoo, and holiday books), listen here. Our morning newsletter has so many more great stories like this one, and

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23:55

D.C. Public Housing Troubles, Plus Our Dreams for RFK...

City Cast DC ·

2022/12/16

The D.C. Housing Authority's troubles seem to just dig deeper and deeper. Lead Producer Priyanka Tilve and Mitch Ryals from the Washington City Paper are here to talk about that, plus we’re dreaming up new uses for the RFK stadium space as it finally nears demolition. Need more DC news? Then sign up for our morning newsletter. You can also check us out on Twitter! Follow us at @citycast_dc And we wanna hear from YOU on our show! Share your DC-related thoughts, hopes, and frustrations with us in a

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23:18

At This DMV Farm, Plants Taste Like Oysters

City Cast DC ·

2022/12/15

Area 2 Farms in Arlington is not what you imagine when you think of a farm. It's indoors and has bizarre plants that taste like roasted garlic, cheese, or oysters. And for the cherry (tomato) on top, this vertical farm is fighting climate change with all kinds of sustainable techniques. We road-tripped out there to learn about it all from founder and chief science officer Tyler Baras. If you subscribe to our morning newsletter, you'll have seen a bunch of extra pics and newsletter-only content

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20:21

D.C.’s Rap Scene is Booming

City Cast DC ·

2022/12/14

D.C. has it own sound that sticks with you. And nobody knows that more than D.C. rap legend Kokayi. He joins us today to talk about his new book, You Are Ketchup and how D.C. influenced everything in his life, from the music he makes to where he sends his kids to school. You can check out Kokayi's book here. Want some more DC news? Then 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,

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23:10

What Metro’s Changes Mean For You

City Cast DC ·

2022/12/13

It’s a big week of changes for Metro — more service and shorter waits on trains, free rides on D.C. buses. But there will also be some fare hikes and other wrinkles. WAMU transportation reporter Jordan Pascale is here to walk us through it all. We're going to continue covering this story on the pod, as well as on our sister newsletter, so make sure to subscribe. 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

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13:44

The Best Cocktails in D.C. Might Be Non-Alcoholic

City Cast DC ·

2022/12/12

Bottoms up! But hold the hangover? Booze free bars are becoming a new trendy thing with one called Binge Bar opening right here in D.C. in January. We’re joined by Jessica Sidman from Washingtonian to get the mix on what’s behind this thirst for mocktails in the district. Need more DC news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter. And give us a follow on Twitter at @citycast_dc. Wanna hear yourself on the show? Share your DC-related thoughts, hopes, and frustrations with us in a

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22:56

Facelifts For Two D.C. Institutions, Plus Huge...

City Cast DC ·

2022/12/09

For this week's roundup, we’re talking about some pretty notable D.C. renovations — one for an outdoor music venue and the other that’s at the heart of the U Street Corridor. Plus we’re going to get hype about some women’s soccer news. Check out more about these stories, from our colleagues around

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21:11

The Debate Over Marion Barry Ave

City Cast DC ·

2022/12/08

There’s a plan to rename Good Hope Road after Marion Barry. Is this a good idea? Performative nonsense? Both? Cohosts Bridget Todd and Michael Schaffer spent some time breaking it down. Subscribe to our morning newsletter for more news and events (like the public hearing about Marion Barry Ave., happening on Tuesday). Those who wish to testify must register at http://www.ChairmanMendelson.com/testify by 5:00 p.m. on Friday, December 9, 2022. We’re also on Twitter! Follow us at @citycast_dc. And

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17:01

The Push To Decriminalize Street Vending

City Cast DC ·

2022/12/07

DC Council is closer than ever to decriminalizing unlicensed street vending, but … as the year end nears, sellers pushing for the change may be running out of time. DCist’s Hector Arzate has been talking to vendors about why these changes matter, and how they would affect street vendor corridors like the one in Columbia Heights. Sign up for our morning newsletter for more news about the city (and the 'burbs!). And follow us on Twitter for the same. We're at @citycast_dc. And we’d love to feature

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14:50

The D.C. Holiday Spots You Have To Visit

City Cast DC ·

2022/12/06

The holidays are here! Which means it’s time to entertain yourself and your visiting family. City Cast DC contributor Cornelia Poku is here to tell us how to hit up the local Christmas markets, ice rinks, and of course, which bar and restaurant pop-ups are worth your money. 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 D.C.-related thoughts, hopes, and

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19:06

D.C.’s Recent School Shooting Scare

City Cast DC ·

2022/12/05

On November 18, a mass shooting DIDN’T take place at D.C.’s Jackson-Reed High School. But the day was still traumatic. After reports of gunshots, the school went into lockdown. Kids huddled in rooms, some sent goodbye texts to families; others sat in classrooms where the teachers kept on teaching. We talked to the school newspaper’s Co-Editor-In-Chief Benjamin Chait about what happened, and the aftermath. Check out The Beacon, Jackson-Reed High School’s paper, where they’re covering this story

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28:35

Judicial Vacancies, Zoo Opinions, and Books to Gift

City Cast DC ·

2022/12/02

It’s our first ever live taping! We’re at Politics and Prose Union Market, but we’re still talking about the news in D.C. — like the far too many judicial vacancies, some National Zoo news, and holiday book suggestions. City Cast CEO David Plotz and Anton Bogomazov, who is the Chief Adult Book Buyer at Politics and Prose, join host Michael Schaffer to chat about it all. Here are some of the other episodes we called back to in this one: -Our team breaks down D.C.'s new criminal code -Jamie Kirchick

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17:16

Should Childcare Workers Need College Degrees?

City Cast DC ·

2022/12/01

There’s been a push to require that all D.C. childcare workers have college degrees, and the first set of new regulations go into effect today. But, people who disagree with the law say it’s putting a lot of qualified people out of work. Today we're hearing from Robert McNamara from the Institute For Justice and Councilmember Christina Henderson as they try to make their case. Want some more DC news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter. We’re also on Twitter! Follow us at

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18:14

A Guide To D.C.’s Indigenous History

City Cast DC ·

2022/11/30

Today is the last day of Native American Heritage Month, but we shouldn’t limit conversations about Indigenous culture to November. So we’re joined by Dana Hedgpeth and Mary Phillips to chat about the rich history of D.C.’s indigenous communities and all the ways to celebrate them. Also, we’re doing our first live taping TODAY! It’s happening at the Politics and Prose at Union Market. We start at 6:30 pm. Our whole team will be there, along with City Cast CEO David Plotz and Anton Bogomazov from

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17:31

D.C. Charities Worth Your Support

City Cast DC ·

2022/11/29

It’s Giving Tuesday. And whether you’re writing a check or planning to volunteer your time, you’ll want to know whether you can trust the organizations you’re donating to. The Catalogue for Philanthropy: Greater Washington publishes an annual guide to local giving, and they’re here with some timely advice. This year, make your Giving Tuesday donations through GiveLocalTogether.org. And in case you missed it, our sister newsletter Hey DC also put out a great guide to local giving. Subscribe now to

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17:40

D.C.’s Hidden Gems, According to Clockout DC

City Cast DC ·

2022/11/28

Washington is full of world-famous tourist sites, but there are so many hidden gems you’ve probably never heard of. Today, we’re sitting down with Clockout DC’s Jade Womack to talk about lesser-known spots where you can take the out-of-towner who thinks they’ve seen it all. For more details about the Heurich House Christmas Markt, go here. And our sister newsletter Hey DC has tons more event and neighborhood recs for you. Subscribe now. And while you’re at it, follow us on Twitter too, at

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14:16

D.C.’s Turkey Whisperer

City Cast DC ·

2022/11/23

For some reason, we all just take it for granted that every Thanksgiving, the White House pardons a turkey. Have you ever stopped to think about how the turkeys are chosen? Where they come from? Where they stay in D.C., and where they go afterwards? We found out for you, and learned more about turkey personalities than we ever thought possible. Also, big news, our first-ever live taping is one week away. Come hang with us as we record our weekly news roundup, at Union Market’s Politics & Prose, on

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24:46

The 1977 Siege That Paralyzed D.C.

City Cast DC ·

2022/11/22

In March 1977, a group of Hanafi Muslim gunmen took 149 people hostage in Washington, D.C. Marion Barry was shot. A Howard journalist was killed. But today, almost no one remembers the siege. With a big new book that drops today and has already drawn rave reviews, author Shahan Mufti is out to change that. You can find Mufti’s book, American Caliph: The True Story of a Muslim Mystic, a Hollywood Epic, and the 1977 Siege of Washington, DC here. Want some more DC news? Then make sure to sign up for

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18:59

An Expert Guide to D.C.'s Best Bookstores

City Cast DC ·

2022/11/21

D.C. has a ton of bookstores with their own personalities. So how can you possibly pick one? Coralyn Maguigad, who’s been exploring every bookstore in the District, gives us her tips. Plus, check out this recent roundup, where we talk about the sidewalk vending controversy. For more D.C. news, sign up for our morning newsletter and follow us at @citycast_dc. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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24:20

World Cup Bars, a New Criminal Code, and Best...

City Cast DC ·

2022/11/18

DC Council this week agreed to overhaul the city’s ancient criminal code, but not everyone’s thrilled about it, including the mayor and police chief. Plus, we’re talking Thanksgiving plans, and where to watch the World Cup. Our roundup relies on local journalism. Here’s what we pulled from this year: NBC Local’s piece about D.C.’s new criminal code DCist’s guide to World Cup viewing around town Hey DC’s list of Thanksgiving dinner spots And if you’re traveling this Thanksgiving, check out

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