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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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15:30

What This Election Could Mean For Home Rule

City Cast DC ·

2022/11/08

There’s been a one-man crusade against D.C. Home Rule in the House of Representatives. But if Republicans turn the House, could it mean Home Rule is actually in danger? Cuneyt Dil from Axios D.C. explains how this year's national elections could mean for Washingtonians. If you need to find your voting site, click here. 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

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13:27

Should D.C. Scrap The Tipped Minimum Wage?

City Cast DC ·

2022/11/07

We’ve got one more election prep episode for you before voting ends tomorrow. There’s a ballot initiative on scrapping the tipped minimum wage, and a lot of people are confused. How is this different from the 2018 vote? Would it affect restaurant menu prices? Michael Brice-Saddler from the Washington Post is here to explain. And we’ve also got a bunch of other election guides for ya: Matt Frumin’s Vision for Ward 3 What David Krucoff Wants for Ward 3 What Maryland Voters Need To Know What’s At

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20:24

Snyder Explores Selling, Bad PR For MPD, and Taylor...

City Cast DC ·

2022/11/04

Dan and Tanya Snyder are officially considering selling the Washington Commanders football team. Twitter is buzzing, of course, as are we. The City Cast DC team chats about that, MPD dropping a bunch of gun and drug charges over an internal investigation, and Taylor Swift snubbing the DMV in a big way. As always, our Friday roundup is powered by local journalism: Axios DC breaks down the Snyder news WashPo Local covers the dropped charges and the controversy that got us here And we’ve got to

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24:41

This D.C. Election is ... Spicy?

City Cast DC ·

2022/11/03

In our final installment of our election coverage, we’ve got D.C. proper covered. What’s the deal with the At-Large Council Race and why is it so competitive? Alex Koma from Washington City Paper breaks it all down for us. Check out Alex Koma’s coverage on the at-large candidates and State Board of Education race. From the news section: Margaret Barthel’s threads on the 14-hour-long Prince William County: part 1 and part 2 And we’ve also got a bunch of other election guides for ya: An explainer

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14:12

A Guide For Maryland Voters

City Cast DC ·

2022/11/02

Should marijuana be legal in Maryland? And what does this year’s Governor race say about politics in the state more generally? Hannah Gaskill from the Baltimore Sun tells us everything else you need to know ahead of the Maryland elections next week. Read up more ahead of the election here:

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17:21

What’s At Stake In Virginia’s Election

City Cast DC ·

2022/11/01

We’re a week out from the election and here at City Cast, we’re keeping everyone informed about the various races. Today is our first election guide, and it’s for Virginia voters. Public radio reporter Micheal Pope fills us in on the local races to watch, including Abigail Spanberger v. Yesli Vega and why “missing middle housing” could determine Arlington’s County Board. Check out these articles for more election

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16:11

D.C.’s Creepiest Ghost Stories

City Cast DC ·

2022/10/31

Halloween is here! Which means it’s time to tell scary stories. And rather than make brand-new ones, we asked Washingtonian senior editor Andrew Beaujon to come in and talk to us about the best spooky D.C. urban legends. 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 DC-related thoughts, hopes, and frustrations with us in a voicemail by calling 2026422654. Learn

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24:23

Metro Updates, A Parking Controversy, And Local...

City Cast DC ·

2022/10/28

We’re going a bit transportation heavy in today’s episode. Dan Reed of Greater Greater Washington and Martin Austermuhle from WAMU are here to chat about what is going on with those 7000-series trains and how parking in the district may be changing dramatically. Let your voice be heard on residential parking permits! The DC Council public hearing about it is TODAY at noon. Follow this link to keep up. We've got more D.C. news for you on our morning newsletter. It'll be especially useful to you in

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16:31

A Runner’s Guide To Washington, D.C.

City Cast DC ·

2022/10/27

With the Marine Corps Marathon this weekend, we got to thinking: What makes D.C. different from all other cities when it comes to running? Washington Post wellness reporter Kelyn Soong is here to tell us why, as well as some of his tips and tricks to get out there and start pounding the pavement. Also, new neighborhood library hours are: Monday - Wednesday: 10 a.m. — 9 p.m. Thursday: 1 p.m. — 9 p.m. Friday - Saturday: 10 a.m. — 6 p.m. Sunday: 1 p.m. — 5 p.m. Check out our morning newsletter for

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16:46

D.C. Is Reforming Its 121-Year-Old Criminal Code

City Cast DC ·

2022/10/26

DC Council is about to rewrite the city’s ancient criminal code. And that’s just one of the many big projects they’re working on right now. To help us get the lay of the land, Ward 6 Councilmember and head of the judiciary committee Charles Allen joins the show. 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 frustrations with us in

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22:10

What David Krucoff Wants For Ward 3

City Cast DC ·

2022/10/25

We’re putting a microscope on the Ward 3 council member race. After nabbing an endorsement from the Washington Post, David Krucoff, the Republican candidate for Ward 3, joins us and tells what he would bring to the D.C. Council. For more information, you can check out his website here. You can hear what his opponent, Matt Frumin, has to say on his episode with us. Need to check your voter status too? For D.C. residents, head to this site to see if you’re good to go. Arlington business owners,

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15:44

D.C. Has Its Very Own “Onion”

City Cast DC ·

2022/10/24

D.C’s satirical website “The Cherry Swamp" is bursting with gut-busting headlines. Think “The Onion,” but specifically for D.C. One of the publication’s founders, Erick Acuña, tells us how D.C. is tailor-made for this type of satire. 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 DC-related thoughts, hopes, and frustrations with us in a voicemail by calling

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25:14

MoCo’s Planning Board Troubles, Dan Snyder Drama, and...

City Cast DC ·

2022/10/21

Montgomery County’s Planning Board quit last week in a huge, dramatic shake-up, and it’s Dan Reed, from Greater Greater Washington, is here to tell us what’s next there. Plus, Dan, Priyanka, and Mike break down the latest Dan Snyder drama, and look through the final designs for D.C.’s most ambitious urban park plan in years. Our Friday roundup is fueled by some great local journalism: Check out the final designs for the 11th Street Bridge park Dan Reed’s piece about the MoCo Planning Board

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17:57

At Markoff's Haunted Forest, Someone Is Always Watching

City Cast DC ·

2022/10/20

It's spooky season, and our team went on a field trip to Markoff's Haunted Forest. Which we've learned is actually haunted? Paul Brubacher is head of operations for the haunt. He prepared us, and scared us some more, while telling us about the origins of the forest. You can sign up to visit the forest here. For more D.C. news, sign up for our sister newsletter Hey DC, which also publishes every morning. And leave us a voicemail with your D.C.-related thoughts, hopes, and frustrations and we may

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15:44

What Makes For An Iconic D.C. Jersey?

City Cast DC ·

2022/10/19

With both the Washington Wizards and the Washington Capitals debuting new throwback jerseys this season, it got us thinking about what makes those jerseys special. Mike Callow joins us to explain what makes a retro uniform truly iconic. Also, check the Mental Health In America Report here. Need to charge your electric vehicle? We've got you covered. Dig the show? We wanna hear from you! Send us an email at dc@citycast.fm. We’re also on Twitter! Follow us at @citycast_dc. And we’d love to feature

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18:51

Matt Frumin's Vision for Ward 3

City Cast DC ·

2022/10/18

Election season is here! To kick off our coverage, we sat down with Matt Frumin, the democratic candidate for Ward 3 council member, and he tells about his platform and what he could bring to the D.C. Council. For more information, you can check out his website here. Need to check your voter status too? For D.C. residents, head to this site to see if you’re good to go. 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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17:24

The Secret History Of Gay Washington

City Cast DC ·

2022/10/17

The D.C. History Center just unveiled a new exhibit to celebrate LGBT History Month. But D.C’s queer community hasn’t always felt welcome here. Gay federal employees were forced to stay in the closet as recently as the 1990s. Author Jamie Kirchick is here to share history he uncovered for his book —Secret City: The Hidden History of Gay Washington. Also, find your closest ballot drop box here. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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21:30

D.C. Public Safety Scandals, Plus Some Local Fall...

City Cast DC ·

2022/10/14

In today’s news roundup, we’re joined by DCist’s Jenny Gathright to discuss the history of the D.C. Jail uprising and the jail’s current conditions, Michael Fanone’s new book, and where you can scratch that itch for fall activities around the area. As always, our Friday episode is fueled by some great local journalism: - Jenny Gathright’s piece about the D.C. Jail uprising and current conditions - Michael’s interview with Michael Fanone Learn more about your ad choices. Visit

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14:30

Meet D.C.'s Ramen King

City Cast DC ·

2022/10/13

Daikaya Owner Katsuya Fukushima knows D.C.’s food scene like few others. He’s led the way on a bunch of local food trends and launched some of the city’s most popular restaurants with Jose Andres. Now, as Daikaya nears the sale of its millionth bowl, he joins us to talk about the restaurant’s journey, and what trends we should look out for next. Want to win a free trip to Japan? Check out the Daikaya One Millionth Bowl Sweepstakes. And if you want to join Montgomery County’s Planning Board, apply

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14:41

Why the Capitals Could Surprise Fans This Season

City Cast DC ·

2022/10/12

The Washington Capitals are one of D.C.’s most successful teams, and they start their 2022-23 campaign tonight. The Washington Post’s Samantha Pell joins the show to tell us who we should look out for, why we should cheer for the team, and if the Caps will get to hoist another Stanley Cup. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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