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City Cast Houston

The daily podcast for food, culture, news, and nature in the sweaty Bayou City. Join host Raheel Ramzanali and the City Cast Houston team every weekday morning as we celebrate and interrogate this sprawling place with our favorite journalists, thinkers, leaders, neighbors, and gadflies. Learn more and subscribe to our daily morning newsletter at houston.citycast.fm.

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19:17

Malls Are Dying. So Why Is The Galleria Packed?

City Cast Houston ·

2022/08/10

Wasn’t e-commerce supposed to kill malls? Or the recession? Or COVID? Why do those havens for Auntie Anne’s Pretzels and Build-a-Bear Workshop survive? City Cast architecture contributor Allyn West and Alexandra Lange, author of “Meet Me By the Fountain: An Inside History of the Mall,” join host Lisa Gray to talk about ice rinks, mall walkers and food courts. More on Alexandra Lang's book here Want more Houston news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter here We’re also on Twitter

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19:35

Uvalde, COVID & 4th-Grade Math: How to Deal with...

City Cast Houston ·

2022/08/09

Even before the pandemic, anxiety was rising among kids and teens — and now the Uvalde shooting is causing many Texas families to fear for children’s safety. Host Lisa Gray talks with mother Wafa Taiym; and with child psychologist Melissa Goldberg Mintz, author of the upcoming book “Has Your Child Been Traumatized? How To Know and What To Do To Promote Healing and Recovery.” More on Melissa Goldberg Mintz's book here Want more Houston news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter

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17:30

A Dream of a Blimp Race Around the World

City Cast Houston ·

2022/08/08

Today on City Cast Houston, host Lisa Gray speaks with Houstonian, Don Hartsell, founder and 1st Commissioner for the World Air League. He's organizing a first of its kind, a race of airships that will fly around the world, which is known as the World Sky Race. He envisions a race of blimps, dirigible, and Zeppelin. And it would include a stop in a Texas city, maybe Houston. We're talking with them today. More on the World Sky Race here Want more Houston news? Then make sure to sign up for our

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25:07

Bribery, monkeypox, and Ferrill’s goodbye

City Cast Houston ·

2022/08/05

It's Friday, which means it's that time of the week where we round up the news! One of Sylvester Turner’s top aides pleads guilty to a bribery charge. Homeland Security buses border-crossing migrants out of Texas — and to the wrong address in New York. FIEL Houston executive director Cesar Espinoza joins host Lisa Gray and producer Ferrill Gibbs — who says goodbye in this, his last episode on staff. Looking for more Houston news? Then sign up for our morning newsletter here. Follow us on Twitter

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16:31

The Bayou Where Houston Was Born

City Cast Houston ·

2022/08/04

Alligators, ships, and water the color of chocolate milk: Can we talk about Buffalo Bayou? Happy Thursday everyone! On team chat today, the City Cast Houston crew talks about Buffalo Bayou - that life source of Houston touching so much of our daily lives. Listen in to discover so many cool things about it, like its boat tours, parks, hiking trails, and the Buffalo Bayou Park Cistern where you can catch a cool concert reverberating in an underground cavern. Join us! Check out this link, which is an

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18:19

Why Houston Is Still Space City

City Cast Houston ·

2022/08/03

It's been 60 years since the Rice Stadium speech when John F. Kennedy announced the creation of NASA. And, it's been more than 50 years since Houston was the first word ever spoken on the moon. Today, we wonder: is Houston still “Space city?” Lisa Gray speaks with David Alexander, Director of The Rice Space Institute and Chair of the Greater Houston Partnership’s Aerospace Committee, about Houston's space-going past – and its space-going future. Want more Houston news? Make sure to sign up for our

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13:19

Why Houston's Bees Are at War With Each Other

City Cast Houston ·

2022/08/02

Like pollinators everywhere, the bees native to the Houston area are struggling. Environmentalists say that’s in part due to honeybees, which came from Europe and often out-compete our homegrown species. As local honey and beekeeping grow in popularity, can a truce be reached? City Cast Houston environmental contributor Jaime González explains. More on Native bees of Harris County here Resources for growing good bee habitat at your house here, here, and here More on Honey Bees here More on Honey

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19:20

City Cast CEO Tests Our Htown Knowledge

City Cast Houston ·

2022/08/01

Today, we are bringing back one of our favorite episodes. City Cast's velvet voice CEO David Plotz has a list of basic Houston questions, and he's using them to test host Lisa Gray and lead producer Dina Kesbeh's Htown knowledge. Want more Houston news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter here We’re also on Twitter! Follow us at @CityCastHouston Not on social media? Then leave us a voicemail or text us at +1 713-489-6972 with your thoughts! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit

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27:22

Fights Over Freeways, Monkeypox, and a Blimp Race

City Cast Houston ·

2022/07/29

It’s that time of the week where we look back at a weeks worth of news. Today, host Lisa Gray, lead producer Dina Kesbeh and Raj Mankad, editorial editor at the Houston Chronicle, are talking monkeypox, highway expansions, a blimp race and so much more. More on monkeypox here More on unhygienic apartments here More on a blimp race here More on Beyonce's new album here Listen to our episode where we talk about hat-cicles here Want more Houston news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning

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21:10

Dog Days Got Your Dog Dazed? H-Town's Cool Dog Spots

City Cast Houston ·

2022/07/28

It’s team-chat Thursday! Today, we are talking about all the great spots you can take your dog in Houston. Also! We are sharing some tips that, in this blistering heat, might help keep your dog safe from burning, dehydration and heat exhaustion. Join us! Also, you should check out Johnny Steele Dog Park- you might just catch host Lisa Gray there! (It's awesome.) Millie Bush Dog Park is the fantastic dog park that Ferrill visited in Katy. Make sure to bring a tennis ball for the pool ;) Cabela's

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14:45

Listener Tips on Staying Cool in HTX

City Cast Houston ·

2022/07/27

Today, we're passing the mic on to you, our listeners. We have been asking y'all to call in and give us tips on ways to stay cool in Houston in this awful unbearable heat. And man did y'all deliver. Want more Houston news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter here We’re also on Twitter! Follow us at @CityCastHouston Not on social media? Then leave us a voicemail or text us at +1 713-489-6972 with your thoughts! From the newscast, more on monkeypox here Learn more about your ad

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24:21

Neighborhood Guide: West U. Is a Small Upscale Town...

City Cast Houston ·

2022/07/26

Today, we kick off an occasional series about Houston neighborhoods – this time, we're talking about West U. It's a small, upscale town entirely surrounded by Houston, and two proud West U. residents join the show today! City Cast contributor Evan Mintz, along with Houston writer Chris Cander, who has some spot-on descriptions of West U. in her brand new book, A Gracious Neighbor. (You should definitely check it out – it will teach you all about "Crepe murder.") (Also, speaking of West U., if you

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13:52

Is Houston's Green Energy Future Screwed?

City Cast Houston ·

2022/07/25

The oil companies' favorite option to fight global warming appears less and less viable. So, what now? Is carbon capture still a viable option? Is Houston's green energy future *screwed?* Today, on the podcast, Lisa Gray speaks to business contributor Loren Steffy, author and writer-at-large who explains all that is wrong with this current model in Houston, and abroad. Stay up to date with Houston news by signing up for our morning newsletter here. Follow our socials! We're on Twitter and

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56:39

Bonus Episode: Texas Take

City Cast Houston ·

2022/07/23

Today, City Cast Houston features a bonus episode – it's our friends at the Houston Chronicle's podcast Texas Take! It's hosted by Quorum Report's Scott Braddock, along with Chronicle politics reporter Jeremy Wallace. Today, the two journalists break down the upcoming gubernatorial election – and just how tight the race may be. If you enjoy this episode (and we hope you do!) – make sure to find their podcast on this site – or! You can find them wherever else you may get your podcasts... Learn more

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21:41

Gas Prices, Street Races, and the Never-Ending Drought

City Cast Houston ·

2022/07/22

It’s Friday again! That means we’ve got a week’s worth of news to catch up on. Host Lisa Gray, Producer Ferrill Gibbs and special guest Dr. Batoul Abuharb wrap up the week. Looking for something fun to do this weekend? Check out The Houston Palestine Film Festival Want more details on some of the story's mentioned in today's show? Look no further: Home testing makes predicting new COVID waves in Texas challenging J.J. Watt to help pay for funeral so Houston woman can keep her Texans gear Stay

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24:25

CNBC Disses Texas’ Quality of Life. And Maybe They’re...

City Cast Houston ·

2022/07/21

In its annual “Top States for Business” ranking, CNBC gave Texas an F for “Life, Health and Inclusion.” Join host Lisa Gray, lead producer Dina Kesbeh, producer Ferrill Gibbs and roving producer Carlignon Jones as they dissect this survey and discuss their own rankings for The Lone Star State. Want more Houston news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter here We’re also on Twitter! Follow us at @CityCastHouston Not on social media? Then leave us a voicemail or text us at +1

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16:07

Why are Pipes Busting All Over Houston?

City Cast Houston ·

2022/07/20

Houston we have a PROBLEM, and this time it's more than just the heat! A drought has started causing some major issues for our water system. Pipes are bursting all over the city, but that hasn't stopped Houstonians from increasing water usage. The Director of Drinking Water Operations for the City of Houston, Drew Molly, is here to tell us how our water system really works and how we can help decrease the impact. Love Houston news? Then sign up for our morning newsletter here. You can also follow

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13:36

Spending the Summer Building a Hot Dog Empire

City Cast Houston ·

2022/07/19

This is not your average hot dog. Jacob Irving is a 16-year-old who started his own hot dog food trailer with the help of his parents. The inspiration behind it all was his grandfather, affectionally known as Pop Pop. He’s not only in the name of Jacob’s food trailer, Pop Pop’s Dandy Dog, but he’s also the guy behind a lot of the recipes and wisdom passed down. Today, Lisa Gray chats with the young entrepreneur about how he got started and what he plans for the future. More on Pop Pop's Dandy Dog

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15:28

Will This Heat Go Away?

City Cast Houston ·

2022/07/18

Houston’s record-breaking heat has been the talk of the town for months, and it seems there’s no end in sight. KPRC chief meteorologist Frank Billingsley explains why it’s so hot this year — and what it’ll take to break the heat wave. Looking for more Houston news? Then sign up for our morning newsletter here. Follow us on Twitter and Instagram Don’t have social media? Then leave us a voicemail or text us at +1 713-489-6972 with your thoughts! Learn more about your ad choices.

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26:22

Heat Wave, COVID Cases Rise, and Lizzo Nominated for...

City Cast Houston ·

2022/07/15

It's FRIDAY! Which means it's time to round out the week with some of Houston hottest news stories [weather pun intended]. Host Lisa Gray along with Lead Producer Dina Kesbeh and City Cast Contributor Antrechelle Dorsey chat about a few viral videos, Lizzo, and NASA's latest success. They top it off with a few moments of joy, one of which might just help you cool down in this record breaking heat. More on the heat wave here. Parents Pranking their Kids here. COVID Cases Rise here. Want more

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