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City Cast Madison

Join the City Cast Madison team every weekday morning for can’t-miss conversations about what’s happening in Madison, with a dose of local news to keep you up to speed. Host Bianca Martin collects people wherever she goes, like an endless conga line. She peers into our city’s soul with a journalist’s skepticism and an optimist’s heart. Whether you’re an OG Madisonian or a newcomer, all neighbors are welcome here. Learn more and subscribe to our daily newsletter, at madison.citycast.fm.

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27:39

Madison’s Sandwich Scene Is on a Roll

City Cast Madison ·

2026/01/22

If it comes between two slices of bread, it’s a sandwich, according to Madison Magazine food editor Emma Waldinger. And for a city of its size, Madison’s sandwich scene is nothing to scoff at. From subs piled high with meats to new classics where tofu is the star, there’s something for just about anyone. On today’s show, host Bianca Martin chats with Emma about Madison’s iconic sandwiches and even comes up with some original creations of their own. Warning: don’t listen on an empty stomach!🥕 Join

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25:57

Lake Mendota Holds Some of the Country’s Oldest Known...

City Cast Madison ·

2026/01/21

Last year, the Wisconsin Historical Society announced the discovery of a canoe parking lot with 16 ancient canoes in Lake Mendota. Wisconsin Maritime Archeologist Tamara Thompson made the initial discovery and has been on the forefront of the work to preserve the canoes. She chats with host Bianca Martin and about the significance of the findings, the process of uncovering and preserving these artifacts, the historical context with local tribes, and other maritime archeological work in Wisconsin’s

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28:15

Drama Behind Madison Detox Center Closure

City Cast Madison ·

2026/01/20

After more than a year of failed negotiations, Tellurian Behavioral Health’s detox center closed at the end of 2025, leaving the county without a partner to provide critical public health services. So what happened? The story is complicated to say the least. To help break it down, host Bianca Martin talks to Heidi Wegleitner, Dane County District 2 supervisor and chair of the Health and Human Needs Committee. 👋 Wanna talk to us about an episode? Leave us a voicemail at 608-318-3367 or email

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28:30

Beltline Woes, Hip Hop Fest, and Public Market Update

City Cast Madison ·

2026/01/16

TGIF, the City Cast Madison team is here to round up the news of the week. Host Bianca Martin and newsletter editor Rob Thomas chat about the pushback to proposed Beltline construction and who the vendors are at the soon-to-open Madison Public Market. Plus, hip hop artist Rob Dz is returning to the stage following a medical emergency last year. He chats with Bianca about what to expect at the WI Hip Hop Fest on Saturday. Mentioned on the show: MLK Day celebrations and events [City Cast

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18:39

Does This Go Together? And Other Questions Asked by...

City Cast Madison ·

2026/01/15

The owners behind the Indian-Italian fusion restaurant Zafferano Ristorante are bringing a new concept to the Capitol Square. While their original restaurant sells 200 butter chicken pizzas a day, the new restaurant will feature a Mediterranean menu with East Asian flavors. Eloura is set to open in the former SASS location in February. Host Bianca Martin chats with co-owner Kalyani Venkatraman about the creativity and confidence it takes to create a fusion menu.🥕 Join us every Thursday as we

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16:39

Tips for Ice Fishing in Madison

City Cast Madison ·

2026/01/14

Earlier this month, one unlucky angler dropped his wallet through the ice of Monona Bay, and spent his weekend on a recovery mission. Our friend Pat Hasburgh, owner of D&S Bait and Tackle, would probably recommend putting your wallet in a secure spot before hitting the ice. Pat has all kinds of tips for ice fishers and the curious. He chats with City Cast Madison host Bianca Martin about how to safely fish on the Madison’s lakes.Pat is the voice behind the weekly fishing report at

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33:35

Are IVs Madison’s New Hot Wellness Item?

City Cast Madison ·

2026/01/13

Maybe you’ve seen reality TV stars and influencers recover from a night out with an IV vitamin drip at their bedside and chalked it up to a luxury exclusively for the rich and famous. But accessing IVs outside of a hospital room has become more accessible in recent years. To understand the IV vitamin therapy trend, host Bianca Martin chats with Shahayra Majumder, franchise owner of Hydrate IV Bar, which is slated to open on Madison’s west side in March. Wanna talk to us about an episode? Leave us

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25:17

How Frank Lloyd Wright Created Madison’s Most Iconic...

City Cast Madison ·

2026/01/12

One of Madison’s coolest buildings celebrates a major milestone this year. The Unitarian Meeting House in Shorewood Hills is a noted architectural landmark designed by Frank Lloyd Wright. Its unique and distinctive design has earned it national acclaim. This year, the building is celebrating its 75th birthday with an array of events. To get the scoop on this space, host Bianca Martin talks to March Schweitzer, president of the Friends of the Meeting House. 🥳 The celebrations start tomorrow

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37:13

Data Center Debate, Spring Election Preview, and...

City Cast Madison ·

2026/01/09

Earlier this week, the village board in DeForest denied a petition from residents' to require a referendum before annexing the land of a future data center. Virginia-based company QTS has proposed a $12 billion data center on farmland just outside of town, and are negotiating with DeForest officials to bring utilities to the property. Host Bianca Martin breaks down the news with executive producer Hayley Sperling and newsletter editor Rob Thomas. Plus, who’s going to be on the 2026 spring election

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24:23

How to Feed Yourself During Sick Season in Madison

City Cast Madison ·

2026/01/08

In the aftermath of folks getting together and traveling over the holidays, people are getting sick and feeling miserable. It’s time to break out the feel-better foods. Host Bianca Martin chats with Cap Times food and culture editor Lindsay Christians about what to cook and what to order when you’re under the weather. This episode originally aired on February 20, 2025. 🥕 Join us every Thursday as we explore Madison's food culture, from the brewers and bakers to the chefs and cheesemakers. 👋

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29:06

How To Make the Most of a Madison Winter

City Cast Madison ·

2026/01/07

Winter is in full force – even if the snow is slowly melting. From ice skating at one of Madison’s many outdoor rinks to snowshoeing in the park, our city is a winter wonderland. Host Bianca Martin chats with Destination Madison content manager Ashley Pettay about all the fun winter activities you should try this winter. P.S. Check the status of the City of Madison’s 20 ice rinks here. 👋 Wanna talk to us about an episode? Leave us a voicemail at 608-318-3367 or email madison@citycast.fm. We’re

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27:21

Wisconsin’s Legal Weed Market Is in Trouble

City Cast Madison ·

2026/01/06

When lawmakers signed a federal spending bill to reopen the government after its longest closure in history, it also closed the loophole that had opened the door to the booming hemp-derived THC market seen across Wisconsin today. Now, the clock is ticking for state lawmakers to find a solution to regulate and potentially legalize cannabis products or see the end of this billion-dollar industry in Wisconsin. To get into the, ahem, weeds of it all, executive producer Hayley Sperling speaks with

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56:58

What U.S. Cities Will Be Talking About in 2026...

City Cast Madison ·

2026/01/05

Nobody understands a city’s pulse quite like a City Cast host — and that makes them the best predictors for 2026’s biggest local stories. City Cast Madison host Bianca Martin joins CEO David Plotz and the other 12 hosts from across the network to talk about the big changes coming to our cities, from political shifts to data centers. 👋 Wanna talk to us about an episode? Leave us a voicemail at ⁠608-318-3367⁠ or email ⁠madison@citycast.fm⁠. We’re also on ⁠Instagram⁠! 📧 You can get more Madison

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34:33

Your Guide to January 2026 in Madison

City Cast Madison ·

2026/01/02

Happy New Year! We’ve officially made it to 2026 and are celebrating with a fresh monthly guide for your listening pleasure. In today’s show, host Bianca Martin catches up with executive producer Hayley Sperling and newsletter editor Rob Thomas to talk about what they’re looking forward to this month. From Hamilton at the Overture Center and the return of the Freezing Man Concerts at the Sylvee to Winter Restaurant Week and more, there’s plenty to be excited about this January. 👋 Wanna talk to us

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34:10

Is Madison Actually Midwest Nice?

City Cast Madison ·

2025/12/30

We love Madison so, so, so much! But part of loving somewhere is recognizing where it falls short. And to be honest, Madison and Madisonians can be pretty toxic. We are spilling the tea on all of Madison’s toxic traits from flannel as formal wear to the dangers of our drinking culture. The City Cast Madison team breaks down all the gripes big and small we have with our little hamlet, plus we hear your take on Madison’s toxic traits. Did we miss a trait or is one of the traits we mentioned not that

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26:08

A Madison Therapist’s Tips for Staying Sane During...

City Cast Madison ·

2025/12/29

The Holidays are a stressful time. With finding gifts, traveling, seeing (or not seeing) family, calling it the happiest season can feel like a cruel joke. That’s why we are revisiting our episode with Myra Renne, founder and executive director of ⁠Anesis Therapy⁠, about mental health resources in Madison and steps you can take right now to take care of yourself.👋 Wanna talk to us about an episode? Leave us a voicemail at ⁠608-318-3367⁠ or email ⁠madison@citycast.fm⁠. We’re also on

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34:38

Madison’s 2026 New Year’s Resolutions

City Cast Madison ·

2025/12/23

The new year is right around the corner and in keeping with tradition, the City Cast Madison team put out a call to YOU to find out what Madisonians want to see in 2026. From creating more mindful moments to engaging with our city’s bustling arts scene, we’ve collected resolutions and hopes for the new year that everyone can get behind. Host Bianca Martin and executive producer Hayley Sperling round them up and share their own hopes for the new year. 👋 Wanna talk to us about an episode? Leave us

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28:34

Madison’s Biggest Headlines of 2025

City Cast Madison ·

2025/12/22

Ready to take a trip down memory lane? We’re wrapping up 2025 and feeling nostalgic! From kicking off the race for Wisconsin’s next governor to John Nolen construction traffic to the revival of concerts at Camp Randall, 2025 was a big year for Madison. Today, host Bianca Martin digs into these stories and more with executive producer Hayley Sperling and newsletter editor Rob Thomas. 👋 Wanna talk to us about an episode? Leave us a voicemail at 608-318-3367 or email madison@citycast.fm. We’re also

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38:36

Alliant Energy Center's Future, Milwaukee Judge Trial...

City Cast Madison ·

2025/12/19

Madison’s only Ethiopian restaurant announced this week that it may soon close. Buraka, a Madison staple for more than 30 years, is struggling to attract customers and the owner in talks about ending the Willy Street lease. Host Bianca Martin chats with executive producer Hayley Sperling and producer Jade Iseri-Ramos about the hazy future on the Friday news roundup. Plus, we discuss the federal trial of Milwaukee County Judge Hannah Dugan, and the fate of the Coliseum at Alliant Energy Center. Plus,

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35:34

Madison’s Biggest Food Stories of 2025

City Cast Madison ·

2025/12/18

As we close out 2025, we’re taking a moment to take stock of some of the biggest developments Madison’s food scene has seen throughout the year. From exciting new restaurant openings and trends to sad and unexpected closures, host Bianca Martin covers it all with Cap Times food and culture editor Lindsay Christians. Plus, need a place to eat on Christmas? The Cap Times has you covered. 🥕 Join us every Thursday as we explore Madison's food culture, from the brewers and bakers to the chefs and

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