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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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13:22

Vegan Ice Cream Picks Even Dairy Lovers Will Like

City Cast Salt Lake ·

2023/05/25

Sure, I scream, you scream, we all scream for ice cream on a hot Memorial Day weekend. But what about our vegan and lactose-intolerant friends? What do they get to scream for? Producer Emily Means talks with Jill Onofrietti of The Skoop Instagram account about the best vegan ice cream options in Salt Lake. This episode originally aired on Sept. 14, 2022. Subscribe to our daily morning newsletter. You can find us on Instagram @CityCastSLC and Twitter @CityCastSLC. Looking to advertise on City Cast

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26:52

What’s NEXT for Smith’s Ballpark? Our Favorite...

City Cast Salt Lake ·

2023/05/24

competition asked Salt Lakers to submit their best ideas for the diamond and parking lot across the street. Host Ali Vallarta joins lead producer Emily Means to break down the proposals and give a temperature check on how Ballpark community members feel about them. View the finalists and vote for your favorite at BallparkNEXT.com. Winners will be announced May 31, 2023. Utah Falconz player Lacy Mile’s pitch for a women’s sports complex. Subscribe to our daily morning newsletter. You can find us

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20:22

When Can Gay and Bisexual Men Give Blood Here?

City Cast Salt Lake ·

2023/05/23

There’s always a need for blood donations, and with summer adventures approaching, the need is even more urgent. So while Salt Lake-based lab ARUP welcomes the news that gay and bisexual men can donate blood after a decades-long ban, that doesn’t mean a flood of the good stuff will come rushing in by Memorial Day. ARUP medical director Dr. Waseem Anani joins host Ali Vallarta — as she sits in the donation chair — to share the new line of questioning and what barriers still remain. Read pathologist

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21:47

Could Our Wildfire Season Include Firefighter Raises?

City Cast Salt Lake ·

2023/05/22

All that water Utah got this winter means we’ll have a cool, fire-free summer, right? Not necessarily. And the threat of wildfires in the West, plus low pay, makes it difficult to recruit much-needed firefighters. Former wildland firefighter Jonathon Golden joins host Ali Vallarta to give a preview of fire season and share tips for keeping you — and firefighters — safe. Subscribe to our daily morning newsletter. You can find us on Instagram @CityCastSLC and Twitter @CityCastSLC. Looking to

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24:44

Lawmakers v. Governor, Food Courts, and Huzzah to the...

City Cast Salt Lake ·

2023/05/19

Brace yourself: The Utah Legislature is back in town. Lead producer Emily Means joins host Ali Vallarta to break down what they accomplished. Also in town: a new almost-czar of the Great Salt Lake. Plus, the Living Traditions festival hits SLC this weekend, and Emily makes the case for moving the 9th and 9th whale to a different street. Subscribe to our daily morning newsletter. You can find us on Instagram @CityCastSLC and Twitter @CityCastSLC. Listen to Ali interview State Sen. Todd Weiler,

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21:15

Mastering the Cheese Board With a Salt Lake Monger

City Cast Salt Lake ·

2023/05/18

You’re hosting a summer party, and your grand vision includes a stunningly crafted cheese board that gets every guest talking. But you don’t know a brie from a blue — so where do you start? Adri Pachelli, director of education and senior manager at Caputo’s Market & Deli, joins host Ali Vallarta to make the case that cheese is for peasants and explain why it tastes best with bubbles. Subscribe to our daily morning newsletter. You can find us on Instagram @CityCastSLC and Twitter

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23:31

Sneaky Clauses in Your Utah Lease Agreement

City Cast Salt Lake ·

2023/05/17

Do you really know what’s in your lease? We don’t blame you if you only skimmed it — there’s a lot of legalese muddying just what it is you agreed to as a renter. Today, we revisit a conversation between host Ali Vallarta and Marcus Degen, an attorney with the tenant advocacy organization People’s Legal Aid. Marcus helps us break down what exactly is in Utah’s boilerplate rental agreements. This episode first aired March 24, 2022. Subscribe to our daily morning newsletter. You can find us on

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22:48

Can the SLC School District Restore Trust By Fall?

City Cast Salt Lake ·

2023/05/16

School is almost out for the summer, but Salt Lake City School District leadership still has a lot of homework to do. It’s been a tumultuous few years for the district, from leaked texts illustrating their contention to forcing out its first Black superintendent. KUTV 2 education reporter Chris Jones joins host Ali Vallarta to explain why it could be a cruel summer for new and returning school board members, as they grapple with some big decisions and try to restore parents’ faith in their

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16:54

Finding Romance in Small Lake City with Christina Lauren

City Cast Salt Lake ·

2023/05/15

Finding love in Small Lake City is hard. But romance writer Christina Hobbs, half of the bestselling duo Christina Lauren, argues Utah is full of places to discover love. Christina joins host Ali Vallarta to share her favorite date night spots in Salt Lake and convince us to believe in love stories. Find Christina Lauren’s new book here: The True Love Experiment Subscribe to our daily morning newsletter. You can find us on Instagram @CityCastSLC and Twitter @CityCastSLC. Looking to advertise on

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30:03

Campaign Signs, the Lake Czar, and Picks for Mom

City Cast Salt Lake ·

2023/05/12

Campaign signs for Salt Lake City mayoral candidate Rocky Anderson appear to be dominating big streets throughout town. But do signs equal votes in this election? Lead producer Emily Means joins host Ali Vallarta to break down the stories of the week, including adding two years to the Great Salt Lake’s lifespan. Plus, Hey Salt Lake newsletter editor Terina Ria gives last-minute gift ideas for Mother’s Day. Listen to our episode on the controversy around Salt Lake’s new ADU rules. Subscribe to our

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19:30

Concert Etiquette for Kilby Block Party and Beyond

City Cast Salt Lake ·

2023/05/11

The Kilby Block Party hits the Utah State Fairpark this weekend — in a big way. Andrea Racine, head of artist relations at S&S and the voice of our theme music, says they’re expecting 25,000 people at the festival each day. She joins host Ali Vallarta to lay down some ground rules for how to be a good concert goer. Listen to our full theme song by Mitokandrea. Get details on the Living Traditions Festival. Subscribe to our daily morning newsletter. You can find us on Instagram @CityCastSLC and

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18:16

Effortless Gardening Tips for Renters and Plant Killers

City Cast Salt Lake ·

2023/05/10

This weekend is a gardening showdown in Salt Lake, with Wasatch Community Gardens and Red Butte Gardens hosting their annual Spring plant sales on the same day. No green thumb? No problem! Experimental gardener Madison Boerner has tips for renters, basement dwellers, and plant killers on how we can all grow something beautiful — even in the sidewalk cracks. Subscribe to our daily morning newsletter. You can find us on Instagram @CityCastSLC and Twitter @CityCastSLC. Looking to advertise on City

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21:05

A Conversation with PornHub’s New Nemesis

City Cast Salt Lake ·

2023/05/09

PornHub has turned off the tap in Utah after a new law took effect requiring adult content sites to verify a user’s age. Now, State Sen. Todd Weiler (R-Woods Cross) is getting a lot of angry messages about his bill. Host Ali Vallarta asks him if this is the war he planned to wage — and if it’s still worth the fight? Just a note this episode makes mention of sexual violence. U.S. Teen Girls Experiencing Increased Sadness and Violence by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. Subscribe to

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26:43

10 Essential Rules for Surviving Salt Lake

City Cast Salt Lake ·

2023/05/08

What are the essential rules for surviving Salt Lake? From how to not overthink what you’re wearing to drink order protocol –– don’t order a double! –– host Ali Vallarta is joined by producer Ivana Martinez, to lay down our unofficial rules for how to thrive in Small Lake City. Learn trail etiquette at Trails Are Common Ground. City Cast Salt Lake explores every bar in Salt Lake County. Listen to our episode, “Getting Around Salt Lake Like a Local.” Subscribe to our daily morning newsletter. You

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24:17

445 Million of Our Dollars, Walking to Chick-fil-A,...

City Cast Salt Lake ·

2023/05/05

Mayor Erin Mendenhall is asking the Salt Lake City Council to approve her $445 million budget proposal. How do we make this process more interesting? Plus, the City unveiled new plans for 2100 S. between Dee’s and Chick-fil-A. And, DJ Oscar’s Exchange Place block party returns! Lead producer Emily Means joins host Ali Vallarta to pick it all apart in our Friday news roundup. Check out the city’s budget hub. Attend a budget hearing on May 16 or June 6 at 7 p.m. Listen to Why Salt Lake’s Hottest

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17:26

Who’s To Blame for the Draper Home Slides?

City Cast Salt Lake ·

2023/05/04

It’s not every day we see our neighbors’ houses fall off a cliff. But Utah made national news recently when a viral video showed two Draper homes sliding down a hillside and into a ravine. Salt Lake Tribune columnist Robert Gehrke joins host Ali Vallarta to try to explain who’s at fault and whether this could happen again. Listen to Why Aren’t These Vacant SLC Buildings Housing? Subscribe to our daily morning newsletter. You can find us on Instagram @CityCastSLC and Twitter @CityCastSLC. Looking

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19:07

Who Waters Salt Lake’s Urban Forest?

City Cast Salt Lake ·

2023/05/03

Salt Lakers love our urban forest. Over the past few years, the City has added thousands of trees to our landscape, largely due to an initiative by Mayor Erin Mendenhall. But who’s watering all these trees? Lead producer Emily Means puts on her reporter hat and joins host Ali Vallarta to dig into the challenges and opportunities of the city’s tree-planting efforts. Check out the Tree Equity Score map. Subscribe to our daily morning newsletter. You can find us on Instagram @CityCastSLC and Twitter

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22:49

Yes, Utah Has Bears. How Worried Should You Be?

City Cast Salt Lake ·

2023/05/02

Spring has arrived in Salt Lake City, so it’s time to say “good morning” to our black bear neighbors. Oh, you didn’t know we have bears in Utah? Join the club. Wes and Jeff Larson of the Tooth and Claw podcast join host Ali Vallarta to share their tips for handling an encounter with a black bear and their personal stories about their research run-ins. What to do if you meet a mountain lion. Subscribe to our daily morning newsletter. You can find us on Instagram @CityCastSLC and Twitter

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18:10

How To Enjoy Salt Lake’s Slow Sundays

City Cast Salt Lake ·

2023/05/01

You may have heard there’s nothing to do on Sundays in Salt Lake, due to the cultural influence of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. But that’s only kind of true! Hey Salt Lake newsletter editor Terina Ria joins host Ali Vallarta to open your mind to embracing slower Sundays, including brunch recommendations for every vibe. Plus, we have tips for buying liquor on a Sunday. Subscribe to our daily morning newsletter. You can find us on Instagram @CityCastSLC and Twitter

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24:09

Manifesting Lifeguards, Unionizing the Library, and...

City Cast Salt Lake ·

2023/04/28

Salt Lake City Mayor Erin Mendenhall hosted an “Ask Me Anything” on homelessness this week. Lead producer Emily Means joins host Ali Vallarta to talk about their takeaways. Plus, Salt Lake City Public Library staff file their intent to unionize. And with 80-degree temps on the horizon, Ali and Emily share what they’re manifesting this summer. Listen to our interviews with SLC Mayor Erin Mendenhall and candidates Rocky Anderson and Michael Valentine about the city’s approach to

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