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A Runner’s Guide To Washington, D.C.

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 more news and events, and follow us on Twitter too. We're at @citycast_dc. And we're working out our election coverage for next week. Send us your questions in a voicemail by calling 2026422654.

Oct 27, 202216 min

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

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 a voicemail by calling 2026422654.

Oct 26, 202216 min

What David Krucoff Wants For Ward 3

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, here are more details on the tax changes for next year. 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.

Oct 25, 202222 min

D.C. Has Its Very Own “Onion”

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 2026422654.

Oct 24, 202215 min

MoCo’s Planning Board Troubles, Dan Snyder Drama, and an Ambitious Park Plan

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 shake-up And here’s the latest Commanders drama And for good measure, Sally Jenkin’s scathing takedown of Dan Snyder For more D.C. news like this, definitely sign up for our morning newsletter and follow us on Twitter. We’re at @citycast_dc.

Oct 21, 202225 min

At Markoff's Haunted Forest, Someone Is Always Watching

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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 make you podcast-famous!

Oct 20, 202217 min

What Makes For An Iconic D.C. Jersey?

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 [email protected]. 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

Oct 19, 202215 min

Matt Frumin's Vision for Ward 3

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 @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.

Oct 18, 202218 min

The Secret History Of Gay Washington

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.

Oct 17, 202217 min

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

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

Oct 14, 202221 min

Meet D.C.'s Ramen King

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 here. For more prizes, news, and fun, make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter and 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.

Oct 13, 202214 min

Why the Capitals Could Surprise Fans This Season

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.

Oct 12, 202214 min

What D.C. Could Learn From Tiny Home Communities

Eden Village is a complex of tiny homes that has helped mitigate homelessness in Missouri. But could it work in D.C.? As part of the 2022 Homeless Crisis Reporting Project, we’re joined by Street Sense reporter Hannah Loder to see if the District could adopt something similar. And here are the links promised in our news round up: Submit your best evil laugh to the DC Public Library’s annual contest. And check out more great journalism from the Homeless Crisis Reporting Project. And while you're puttering around the internet, sign up for our morning newsletter too! Plus, you've probably heard that we're collecting stories about random acts of kindness around the DMV. Share your story with us via email or leave us a voicemail at 202-642-2654.

Oct 11, 202213 min

Threats against Children’s National Hospital, Left v Center Left, and the Wharf Reopening

In this week’s Front Page Friday, the team discusses the recent threats against Children’s National Hospital, the Wharf reopening, and the Washington Post’s endorsements for local D.C. races. Is there such a thing as TOO progressive for D.C. politics? For more D.C. news, sign up for our morning newsletter. Though both it and our podcast will be on break for Indigenous People’s Day on Monday. We’ll be back Tuesday! If any fun stories come to mind while you’re enjoying your long weekend, leave us a voicemail at 2026422654 [HYPERLINK AS ].

Oct 7, 202219 min

Can DCPS Change its Toxic Work Environment?

The toxic work culture in the DC Public School system has long been an open secret. Now, Deputy Chancellor Melissa Kim has resigned over it. Tomorrow is her last day. Sam Collins from The Washington Informer is here to tell us if things will be any different once she’s gone. Sign up for our morning newsletter and subscribe to our Twitter account (@citycast_dc) for more D.C. news. We're also collecting stories about moments of kindness from around the city. Send us an email or leave us a voicemail at 2026422654 with your story, and we may be able to feature you in the podcast AND send your good samaritan a prize.

Oct 6, 202216 min

The Meteoric Rise of Clockout DC

Jade Womack never expected her Clockout DC to grow as quickly as it did. But now, she’s got 70,000 followers and her instagram stories get thousands of views a day. With that success, came backlash, and Jade’s here to tell us how she’s navigates it all. For more DC news, make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter. We’re also on Twitter! Follow us at @citycast_dc. And follow Jade at @whatpreferences. We’d also love to feature you on the show! Share your DC-related thoughts, hopes, and frustrations with us in a voicemail by calling 2026422654.

Oct 5, 202219 min

How To Find Decent Rent in This City

Rent is too damn high!! Urban Turf's Mark Wellborn joins us to talk about why rents are skyrocketing in D.C. this year and some tips on how to find an affordable place to live. Also, starting today, our morning newsletter features a weekly One Good Deed segment, about small moments of kindness from around the DMV. Subscribe to be inspired to be a good neighbor, and share your stories of joy with us too! You can also get in touch with us on Twitter. We’re 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.

Oct 4, 202210 min

How El Tamarindo Became an AdMo Institution

We’re celebrating Hispanic Heritage Month with the longest-standing Salvadoran restaurant in the city. Ana Reyes’s family opened El Tamarindo in Adams Morgan in the 1980s, and she’s here to tell us all about its start, its successes, and most importantly — its food! Also: Find out how to get your kids vaccinated for free across the city here. And check in on the lead pipe situation in your area via this map. Need 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.

Oct 3, 202219 min

Get That Metro Money

In today’s roundup, Michael Brice-Saddler from the Washington Post joins Michael Schaffer and Julia Karron to discuss a new initiative to give D.C. residents $100 for Metro, the redevelopment at Barry Farm, and where to get food for the Jewish high holy days in the area. For more news, check out our morning newsletter! It's getting a new name and look on Monday, so you'll want to be one of the first to check that out. We’re also on Twitter at @citycast_dc. And we’re working on a project about Washingtonians helping each other. Have you received any random acts of kindness lately? Leave us a voicemail with your story (2026422654), and your good samaritan could win a $100 gift card to their local business of choice!

Sep 30, 202223 min

How You Can Help End Food Insecurity in D.C.

September is Hunger Action Month, and as it draws to a close, we’re thinking about how one in three D.C. residents is food insecure. Radha Mutiah from the Capital Area Food Bank joins us to talk about who’s going hungry in the district and how each of us can help. You can check out the Capital Area Food Bank’s report on food insecurity here. Make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter to get even more D.C. news 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

Sep 29, 202217 min

The Fight Over Trans Rights In Virginia Public Schools

Virginia's “model policies” on how schools should treat transgender students received more than 17,000 public comments in just the first two days of the open feedback period. You have just a few weeks more to submit your thoughts. We’re joined by Virginia Public Radio’s Michael Pope to make sure you‘re informed when you do it. You can also listen to Michael Pope on the podcast Pod Virginia. Need more DC news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter We’re also on Twitter! Give us a follow us at @citycast_dc And we’d love to hear YOU on the show! Share your DC-related thoughts, hopes, and frustrations with us in a voicemail by calling 2026422654

Sep 28, 202212 min

Do You Still Need to Tip With Service Charges?

Over the last few months, you've probably seen a 20% service charge on some of your restaurant bills. Are you supposed to tip on top of that? Why are restaurants doing this? Washingtonian Food Editor Jessica Sidman has all the answers. Be sure to also check out her Washingtonian piece on service charges. For more D.C. news and culture, sign up for our morning newsletter. Every Wednesday, we've got a fantastic 'neighborhood guide' section that's sure to wise you up to some local gems. We’re also on Twitter! Follow us at @citycast_dc. And tell us your stories too! Leave us a voicemail with your D.C.-related thoughts, hopes, and frustrations by calling 2026422654.

Sep 27, 202216 min

Prepare Yourself for Downtown D.C. 2.0

D.C.’s use of office space during the pandemic plummeted, and it hasn’t returned. What does that mean for the city at large, and for all those empty office buildings? Tristan Navera from Washington Business Journal explains that offices can’t bring all workers back, so a new downtown D.C. is on the horizon. Need more DC news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter We’re also on Twitter! Give us a follow us at @citycast_dc And we’d love to hear YOU on the show! Share your DC-related thoughts, hopes, and frustrations with us in a voicemail by calling 2026422654

Sep 26, 202217 min

A Long-Awaited Grocery in Southeast, NoVa Takes on Youngkin, and 'Monumental' Graffiti

In this week’s roundup, we discuss why the new LIDL grocery store is a big deal, Gov. Glenn Youngkin’s new "model policies" for Virginia’s schools, and the effectiveness of getting your message across via graffiti on a monument.

Sep 23, 202221 min

The 'Biggest Trivia Event Ever' Is Coming to DC

People in D.C. love trivia. And that love of trivia has reached its peak since SporcleCon, a gathering of everyone who’s into trivia, is this weekend. Nick Groves of District Trivia joins us to explain why the District is a trivia hot bed, and what residents can expect at SporcleCon. You can grab tickets to SporcleCon here, and if you wanna find more places for trivia in D.C., District Trivia provides this list. 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

Sep 22, 202217 min

How a Soccer Icon Can Save D.C. United

D.C. United used to be at the top of Major League Soccer. Now, they’re floundering and have enlisted one-time United star and English soccer legend Wayne Rooney to turn them around. Juan Herrera from District Fútbol joins us to explain if Rooney is the man for the job, and what we should expect from the team next season under his leadership. Also, here’s more info on the pilot program for families transitioning out of homelessness. For more D.C. news, sign up for our morning newsletter, and follow us at @citycast_dc. And leave us a voicemail about any random acts of kindness you've experienced in D.C.! Your Good Samaritan could get featured on our podcast or newsletter or both! We're at 2026422654.

Sep 21, 202214 min

Meet the Legendary Artist Behind the Dupont Center

85-year-old artist Lou Stovall has made an indelible mark on the D.C. art scene — from his protest artwork in the 1960s, to his founding of the Dupont Center as a gathering place for artists. Bridget chats with him and his son Will at the Phillips Collection’s Lou Stovall exhibit to talk through what his work means for the city. You can plan your visit to the Phillips to see Lou's work 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 DC-related thoughts, hopes, and frustrations with us in a voicemail by calling 2026422654

Sep 20, 202222 min

D.C. Council Could Abolish Right on Red ... Tomorrow

The D.C. Council is set to debate legislation that would allow the Idaho Stop for bikers and discontinue Right on Red for cars. But would this help mitigate accidents with pedestrians? Or would it just make D.C.’s already heinous traffic worse? WAMU’s Jordan Pascale walks us through it. 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

Sep 19, 202216 min

Housing Vouchers, Mayoral Beef, and Renaming Metro Stations

In today’s news roundup, we’re covering D.C.’s potential new housing voucher rules, the feud between Mayor Muriel Bowser and Chairman Phil Mendelson, and what the deal is with renaming Metro stations. Need more DC news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter. You can also find us on Twitter! Follow us at @citycast_dc. Wanna hear yourself on the show? Share your DC-related thoughts, hopes, and frustrations with us in a voicemail by calling 2026422654.

Sep 16, 202224 min

‘Ghost Kitchens’ Are Hiding in Plain Sight

Throughout the pandemic, ghost kitchens — restaurants without seating — thrived. But where can you find them and how do they work? City Cast Contributor Cornelia Poku of Black Girls Explore D.C. is back to tell us all about them. Want even more DC news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter Check us out 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

Sep 15, 202217 min

Tipped Minimum Wage is Back on the Ballot

D.C. residents have the chance to vote again on a new minimum wage for restaurant and bar workers on this year's ballot, thanks to Initiative 82. If you’re getting whiplash from Initiative 77, The Washington Post’s Michael Brice-Saddler explains why this similar measure is back on the ballot, who’s fighting for and against it, and why the way we pay restaurant workers in the District is up for debate. 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.

Sep 14, 202216 min

Kojo Nnamdi’s Take On D.C. Statehood

The fight for statehood has been a longstanding wish for residents of the District. Will D.C. get it? Who is against it? And what would it look like if the District got it? D.C. broadcast legend Kojo Nnamdi, formerly of the Kojo Nnamdi Show on WAMU 88.5, gives us his perspective on what D.C. statehood could look like if it’s granted. Need more DC news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter Give us a follow on Twitter! You can find us at @citycast_dc And we’d love to hear your voice on the show! Share your DC-related thoughts, hopes, and frustrations with us in a voicemail by calling 2026422654.

Sep 13, 202222 min

The Showdown Over Adams Morgan Plaza

The battle for AdMo Plaza is being heard right now in the D.C. courts to decide if the land can be developed. Why so much hubbub over a scrappy concrete corner? WAMU reporter Martin Austermuhle walks us through it. While you’re here, check out our morning newsletter. Then, tell us what you think. We’re at @citycast_dcon Twitter, or leave us a voicemail at 2026422654.

Sep 12, 202219 min

Youth Curfews, Landon Boys, and Frances Tiafoe

So it turns out it's not just PG County enforcing its youth curfew ban. D.C. quietly restarted enforcement weeks ago. But do policies like this actually help cut down crime? Plus, the City Cast DC team chats about the Landon kids singing the N word on the Metro, and celebrate Frances Tiafoe's ongoing run at the U.S. Open. Want some more DC news? Our morning newsletter's got everything you need. We'd also love to hear your thoughts, on our show and D.C. generally. Get at us on Twitter, email, or via voicemail.

Sep 9, 202223 min

The FBI is Moving Out

The FBI Headquarters at 935 Pennsylvania Avenue NW is a famously ugly blot on an otherwise beautiful D.C. street. But maybe not for long (we can hope)? There’s a renewed push for the FBI to move to the suburbs, and we’re dreaming up alternate uses for that plot of land with WBJ Reporter Tristan Navera, who has been covering the FBI’s winding relocation process. Grab tickets to the DC Shorts International Film Festival here. For more D.C. news, sign up for our morning newsletter, and follow us at @citycast_dc. And we want to hear from you too! Leave us a voicemail about your neighborhood hopes and frustrations by calling 202 642 2654

Sep 8, 202216 min

Why D.C.’s Restaurants Are Dropping Like Flies

It’s been a brutal month for D.C. area restaurants, with a bunch of favorite eateries going out of business. What’s going on? Why now? We’re talking to the man behind the Eat DC Twitter account to get the lay of the land. 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

Sep 7, 202220 min

The Science to Making Friends in D.C.

Did you know there’s a science to making friends? Psychologist and D.C. local Marisa G. Franco has been researching friendship, and she shares some tips with us. Let’s be real: we could all use some advice on how to build friendships in this transient city of ours. Dr. Franco’s book “Platonic: How the Science of Attachment Can Help You Make--and Keep--Friends" comes out today. Get it now for more friendship advice. Read more about the Takoma Park sidewalk mural story, if you want to get involved. And leave us a voicemail at 2026422654 with your opinions on the best and worst fast casual restaurants in D.C.! For more local loves and gripes, sign up for our morning newsletter. We’re also on Twitter at @citycast_dc.

Sep 6, 202220 min

Carjackings, NIMBYism, and Judging Your Neighbors

The shooting of Commanders’ running back Brian Robinson Jr. was a huge talking point all week long, especially in light of the most recent carjacking stats. Hint: they’re high. Plus, we chat about Marc Elrich’s hold on Montgomery County, and this DC Neighborhood Tik Tok you know you need to watch. Also! Sign up for our morning newsletter here, and follow us on Twitter 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.

Sep 2, 202224 min

Matt Yglesias’ Wild Plan To Fix D.C. Housing

D.C. has a housing problem. But how can we fix it? ANC slush funds? Parking for life? Matt Yglesias, the author of the Substack Slow Boring, joins City Cast CEO David Plotz to tell us his bold plan to shake it up.

Sep 1, 202218 min

PG County vs. Pit Bulls

Drizzy the pit bull is sweet, playful, and loves children, he isn't allowed to live in PG County. We talked to his dad Dan Reed about why an antiquated pit bull ban is still on the books there, even though it’s not being enforced, and what’s being done to change it. Want to help overturn the ban? Look into volunteering with PB Proud. Grab tickets to the DC Jazz Festival here. And for more D.C. news, sign up for our morning newsletter, follow us at @citycast_dc, and check out our Instagram. We’d also love to feature you on the show! Share your DC-related thoughts, hopes, and frustrations with us in a voicemail by calling 2026422654

Aug 31, 202214 min

Union Station's $10 Billion Facelift

Union Station is about to undergo a massive renovation. WAMU’s Jordan Pascale walks us through what the transit hub will look like inside and out, and how it's going to transform the neighborhood around it. Check out our morning newsletter for even more news. Find us on Twitter (@citycast_dc). And voice your opinion on the show! Leave us a voicemail by calling 2026422654.

Aug 30, 202215 min

Who Belongs On D.C.’s Mount Rushmore?

There are so many iconic Washingtonians. If you had to whittle it down to just four — your Mount Rushmore — who would be on it? Briana Thomas, the author of "Black Broadway in Washington, D.C.," joined us to discuss who makes D.C.’s list. Spoiler alert: it gets heated. Want some more DC news? 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.

Aug 29, 202219 min

New School Year, New Vaccination Problems

It’s a new school year, and there’s a new problem facing D.C. Schools. A staggering amount of kids aren’t vaccinated. And we’re not just talking about COVID, we mean routine ones like MMR and polio. DCist’s Colleen Grablick walks us through why this happened and how schools are responding. D.C. Health has a map of locations broken down by ward for where to get your child vaccinated. 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

Aug 25, 202214 min

This Secluded Park Is One of D.C.'s Best Kept Secrets

What happens when neighbors band together and transform a section of asphalt in their own backyard? Bridget Todd meets up with Tyrone Goodwyn, who explains the history of Crispus Attucks Park in Northeast D.C. and how it became Bloomingdale’s secret urban oasis. 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

Aug 23, 202212 min

How D.C.’s Unhoused Communities Handle the Heat

Street Sense vendor Chris Cole was unhoused for a chunk of the pandemic, and she says it’s the summers, not the winters, that are the hardest to handle. In this episode, she told us how she survived two summers living outside, and what she thinks of the government’s heat plan. Call 311 if you need help or information on heat exposure and resources to deal with it. Here are some ways you can help D.C.’s unhoused communities. And be sure to check out Street Sense’s comprehensive reporting on this issue. As promised, we’ve also got info on how to get your own trash super can, for all your rat control needs. And for more D.C. news, check out our morning newsletter. We’re also on Twitter at @citycast_dc, and you can leave us a voicemail by calling 2026422654. Call us!!

Aug 18, 202217 min

The Best D.C. Day Trips (By Car or Metro)

Sure, D.C. is blistering and sauna-like right now. But you don’t have to go far for a blissful, affordable vacation. Travel writer Tim Ebner’s got so many suggestions, your head will spin. That said, if you’re staying in the city, check out our Summer Bucket List, and sign up for our morning newsletter to find out how you can win some summer swag. If you’ve got any questions for us, or gripes, thoughts, hopes, and frustrations about D.C., leave us a voicemail by calling 2026422654.

Aug 16, 202217 min

Composting In D.C. Doesn't Have To Be Hard

Composting can seem like a smelly, messy, complicated affair. But City Cast DC Contributor Abi Newhouse tells us that in D.C., it’s easier than it seems and could make a whole world of difference to both local farmers and consumers. Also: Here’s Jack Fitzpatrick’s story on the Capitol Stones. A Silver Spring Airbnb host stands accused of spying on guests The feds confiscated 165,707 fake diabetic socks that were headed to the DMV D.C.'s female sommeliers are making their presence known 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.

Aug 11, 202220 min

The Rats. They’re Everywhere.

D.C.’s rats are out of control this summer. Or at least it feels that way. Gerard Brown runs DC Health’s Rodent Control Program, and he gave us the inside scoop on the extent of our ratty problem, and what each of us needs to do about it. Also, check us out on Twitter and sign up for our morning newsletter for more D.C. news and culture. And if you've got thoughts on the rats (or anything else!), leave us a voicemail by calling 2026422654.

Aug 9, 202217 min

Nationals Fans Have Lost Hope. Here's Why They Shouldn't

The Juan Soto era is done in D.C. So where do the Washington Nationals go from here? The Washington Post’s Jesse Dougherty gives fans some reasons for hope, and explains why the Nationals thought now was the time to deal their superstar. You can grab tickets for the African Diaspora Film Festival 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 DC-related thoughts, hopes, and frustrations with us in a voicemail by calling 2026422654

Aug 4, 202215 min

Why D.C.'s ‘Revolutionary’ Global School Failed

The Whittle School was lauded as a revolutionary global campus. But after three years and multiple lawsuits, the campus abruptly shut down. Now, parents and students are scrambling to find new schools for the year, while teachers are waiting for paychecks. Washington Business Journal’s Hannah Denham has been covering the school's closure, and walks us through its rise and fall. 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.

Aug 2, 202216 min