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Axios DC’s Anna Spiegel joins the team to talk snow in DC, Jimmy Carter, and the return of the pandas. Want some more DC news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter Hey DC. You can also become a member, with ad-free listening, for as little as $8 a month. Learn more about the sponsors of this January 10th episode: Call2Recycle Restaurant Association Metropolitan Washington Interested in advertising with City Cast? Find more info HERE

Washingtonian’s food editor, Jessica Sidman, is here to walk us through what's in and out in DC dining in 2025. Want some more DC news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter Hey DC. You can also become a member, with ad-free listening, for as little as $8 a month. Learn more about the sponsors of this January 9th episode: Call2Recycle Interested in advertising with City Cast? Find more info HERE.

This week, Congress and President Biden officially approved a monument commemorating women’s suffrage to go on the National Mall. There’s limited space on the Mall, so adding a new memorial or site is actually pretty complicated. In 2022, we spoke to Philip Kennicott from The Washington Post about a vision for a bigger, better National Mall. Want some more DC news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter Hey DC. You can also become a member, with ad-free listening, for as little as $8 a month. Learn more about the sponsors of this January 8th episode: Call2Recycle Interested in advertising with City Cast? Find more info HERE.

DC is currently a snowy winter wonderland. And on cold days like these, you don’t have to just stay in your apartment. Clockout DC’s Jade Womack is here to clue you in on DC’s most underrated indoor activities. Want some more DC news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter Hey DC. You can also become a member, with ad-free listening, for as little as $8 a month. Learn more about the sponsors of this January 7th episode: Call2Recycle Interested in advertising with City Cast? Find more info HERE.

Shane Lamond was the head of the intelligence unit for the DC police — until he was indicted on charges that he helped the Proud Boys before January 6. He was finally convicted last month, and the Washington Post’s Tom Jackman watched the case unfold. He’s here to tell us about Lamond, and what the trial says about extremism and law enforcement. Want some more DC news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter Hey DC. You can also become a member, with ad-free listening, for as little as $8 a month. Interested in advertising with City Cast? Find more info HERE.

Welcome to 2025! A lot happened in DC over the last week and a half, and we’re here to round up what you missed. We’re talking about crime: It’s down. We’re talking about a new football stadium: It might be going up. Plus, will you turn right on red this year? The team is here to discuss whether a law that isn’t really enforced will be followed at all. Want some more DC news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter Hey DC. You can also become a member, with ad-free listening, for as little as $8 a month. Learn more about the sponsors of this January 3rd episode: Roda - use promo code CITYCAST20 for 20% off Interested in advertising with City Cast? Find more info HERE.

The start of the new year can be hard for some folks. It’s still cold out, and the holidays are over. Lucky for you, some of us here at City Cast DC love and thrive in the January energy, so today the gang is here to give you everything you need to make January 2025 your best yet. Also! Check out our daily newsletter Hey DC’s take on what to do this month. And if you're finding our recs helpful, please consider becoming a member to help us stick around long-term. If you're new here, welcome! We’ve put together a whole guide for you, with episodes and articles to welcome you to our City Cast DC community. Learn more about the sponsors of this January 2nd episode: Roda - use promo code CITYCAST20 for 20% off Interested in advertising with City Cast? Find more info HERE.

The New York Times may know NY, but do they know D.C.? Their guide to 36 hours in D.C. had our local team reeling a bit, and we hopped on mic to share some thoughts, feelings, and differing opinions on where to send your family next time they come to town. Want some more DC news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter Hey DC. You can also become a member, with ad-free listening, for as little as $8 a month. Learn more about the sponsors of this December 30th episode: Paulson & Nace Black Cat Interested in advertising with City Cast? Find more info HERE.

Thrifting in the DMV often means finding all kinds of treasures, but the landscape can be hard to navigate. To help with this journey, we brought in Sidney Hui, owner of Disco Loft, to give you our guide for thrifting in D.C. Want some more DC news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter Hey DC. You can also become a member, with ad-free listening, for as little as $8 a month. Learn more about the sponsors of this December 26th episode: Paulson & Nace Black Cat Interested in advertising with City Cast? Find more info HERE.

Eating out in D.C. doesn’t have to break the budget. Big Schlim’s food reviews will show you how to eat well in D.C. – and get you hungry while you scroll. He joins us to highlight some of his spots for what he calls a “light pocket meal.” Want some more DC news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter Hey DC. You can also become a member, with ad-free listening, for as little as $8 a month. Learn more about the sponsors of this December 23rd episode: Paulson & Nace Black Cat Interested in advertising with City Cast? Find more info HERE.

We’re talking about the fate of RFK — the stadium, that is. We’ll also talk about DC culture in the second age of Trump. And can a restaurant ban twenty-somethings? Want some more DC news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter Hey DC. You can also become a member, with ad-free listening, for as little as $8 a month. Learn more about the sponsors of this December 20th episode: Paulson & Nace Jones Dairy Farm Call2Recycle Black Cat Interested in advertising with City Cast? Find more info HERE

The DC Council just wrapped its 2024 session by passing a flurry of bills dealing with everything from pets in apartments to teens in detention. Meagan Flynn covers the Council for the Washington Post and is here to tell you what your elected reps are up to. Want some more DC news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter Hey DC. You can also become a member, with ad-free listening, for as little as $8 a month. Learn more about the sponsors of this December 19th episode: Paulson & Nace Jones Dairy Farm Call2Recycle Black Cat Interested in advertising with City Cast? Find more info HERE.

It seems like every other day there’s a new, hip spot opening up in the alleys near Union Market. But the long and bizarre history of DC’s alleys dovetails with the city's complex relationship with race and class and power. Historian Kim Prothro Williams has literally written the book on DC’s alleys and she joined us in April to share how the history of Washington is all about the streets behind the streets. Like what we do? Please consider becoming a member! It’s just $8/month and you get ad-free listening, a weekly events guide, and the satisfaction of supporting local journalism. And while you’re at it, sign up for our free daily newsletter Hey DC. Learn more about the sponsors of this December 18th episode: Paulson & Nace Jones Dairy Farm Call2Recycle Black Cat Interested in advertising with City Cast? Find more info HERE.

A DC Council sub-committee yesterday unanimously recommended expelling Ward 8 councilmember Trayon White, saying he violated council ethics by allegedly receiving large bribes. Washington City Paper’s Alex Koma, who was at the Wilson Building for the hearing, joins to tell us what went down. Want some more DC news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter Hey DC. You can also become a member, with ad-free listening, for as little as $8 a month. Learn more about the sponsors of this December 17th episode: Paulson & Nace Jones Dairy Farm Call2Recycle Black Cat Interested in advertising with City Cast? Find more info HERE.

There are more than a billion dollars in unpaid tickets owed to the DC government — and a lot of those cars are still driving around. But, there’s a new law that’s trying to hit the scofflaws where it hurts. The Washington Post’s Rachel Weiner is here to explain. Want some more DC news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter Hey DC. You can also become a member, with ad-free listening, for as little as $8 a month. Learn more about the sponsors of this December 16th episode: Paulson & Nace Jones Dairy Farm Call2Recycle Black Cat Interested in advertising with City Cast? Find more info HERE.

We’re talking about what a Trump return-to-work order might mean for local DC, a novel type of apartment about to make its local debut — and some reactions to our annual end-of-year awards: The City Cast 6, presented by Christopher Nace and the trial lawyers at Paulson & Nace. Want some more DC news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter Hey DC. You can also become a member, with ad-free listening, for as little as $8 a month. Learn more about the sponsors of this December 13th episode: Paulson & Nace Jones Dairy Farm District Bridges Interested in advertising with City Cast? Find more info HERE.

It’s cold! And wet! But we’ve got you covered, figuratively and kind of literally, too: The City Cast team put together a collection of cozy winter spots where you can drink, eat, and hang out until the weather turns. Want some more DC news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter Hey DC. You can also become a member, with ad-free listening, for as little as $8 a month. Learn more about the sponsors of this December 12th episode: Paulson & Nace Jones Dairy Farm District Bridges Interested in advertising with City Cast? Find more info HERE.

Southeast DC is home to some of the city’s most interesting spots to check out. LaVondra Shinholster, a DC influencer who you might know as @typicalblaqueen, is from the area. We sat down to discuss her favorite Southeast gems and why the quadrant reflects the tensions of the city itself. Want some more DC news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter Hey DC. You can also become a member, with ad-free listening, for as little as $8 a month. Learn more about the sponsors of this December 11th episode: District Bridges Paulson & Nace Jones Dairy Farm Interested in advertising with City Cast? Find more info HERE.

A crazy high school football scandal has been roiling the Northern Virginia suburbs all year. It’s like a movie plot: The new coach at Hayfield High School is accused of having recruited a team of ringers to romp to the championship by beating other teams by 75 points. But the whole scam fell apart thanks in part to the work of a small local newspaper. Dave McKenna from The Defector has been covering it and is here to lay out the whole gory saga. Want some more DC news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter Hey DC. You can also become a member, with ad-free listening, for as little as $8 a month. Learn more about the sponsors of this December 10th episode: District Bridges Paulson & Nace Jones Dairy Farm Interested in advertising with City Cast? Find more info HERE.

It’s the City Cast 6 – our end of year awards for DC’s most influential people. Washington Post’s Michael Brice-Saddler, Axios’ Anna Spiegel, and Greater Greater Washington’s Dan Reed join the team to decide who influenced DC in 2024, for better or worse. The City Cast 6 is presented by Christopher Nace and the trial lawyers at Paulson & Nace. It’s our year-end membership campaign! Member support is critical for helping us tell the stories that connect you to this city we all love. Become a member today, with ad-free listening, for as little as $8 a month. Learn more about the sponsors of this December 9th episode: District Bridges Paulson & Nace Jones Dairy Farm Interested in advertising with City Cast? Find more info HERE.

We’re talking about DC’s Amazon Prime deserts, some crime stories the region ought to be talking about, and a big change at Dulles. Want some more DC news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter Hey DC. You can also become a member, with ad-free listening, for as little as $8 a month. Learn more about the sponsors of this December 6th episode: District Bridges Paulson & Nace BetterHelp - get 10% off at betterhelp.com/CITYCAST Interested in advertising with City Cast? Find more info HERE

Trinidad is one of DC’s last truly affordable neighborhoods. Writer Austin Graff and local yoga studio owner Erica Koster are here to tell you how that came to be and how to get the most out of a visit. Want some more DC news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter Hey DC. You can also become a member, with ad-free listening, for as little as $8 a month. Learn more about the sponsors of this December 5th episode: District Bridges Paulson & Nace Ronald Reagan Building and International Trade Center BetterHelp - get 10% off at betterhelp.com/CITYCAST Interested in advertising with City Cast? Find more info HERE.

Trump is on his way back to the White House in January. So how is the city preparing and what does another Trump presidency mean for D.C.? The Washington Post’s Emily Davies explains what’s next for everyone from federal workers to the Council. Want some more DC news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter Hey DC. You can also become a member, with ad-free listening, for as little as $8 a month. Learn more about the sponsors of this December 4th episode: District Bridges Paulson & Nace Ronald Reagan Building and International Trade Center BetterHelp - get 10% off at betterhelp.com/CITYCAST Interested in advertising with City Cast? Find more info HERE.

It’s December, which means if you procrastinate, it’s time to rush to get folks gifts for all the holidays coming up. There’s a ton of local gifts to get people excited, and the City Cast team is here to help break down what you should be buying. Want some more DC news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter Hey DC. You can also become a member, with ad-free listening, for as little as $8 a month. Learn more about the sponsors of this December 3rd episode: District Bridges Paulson & Nace Ronald Reagan Building and International Trade Center BetterHelp - get 10% off at betterhelp.com/CITYCAST Restaurant Association Metropolitan Washington Interested in advertising with City Cast? Find more info HERE.

It’s getting chilly, the holiday season is here, and that means it’s December in D.C.! Our team is here to give you all the tips and tricks to have the best December ever, from ice skating at the Sculpture Garden to noshing on soup dumplings. Check out Hey DC’s take on what to do this month. And if you're finding our recs helpful, please consider becoming a member to help us stick around long-term. If you're new here, welcome! We’ve put together a whole guide for you, with episodes and articles to welcome you to our City Cast DC community. Learn more about the sponsors of this December 2nd episode: District Bridges Paulson & Nace Ronald Reagan Building and International Trade Center BetterHelp - get 10% off at betterhelp.com/CITYCAST If you enjoyed today's interview with District Bridges' Director of Storytelling and Marketing, Anna Claire Walker, learn more here. Interested in advertising with City Cast? Find more info HERE.

It’s almost cocktail week in DC – the perfect time to take yourself on a solo date. But it can be a little daunting figuring out where to go, and what to do, so the city cast team is here to talk through tips and tricks for going out alone in the District. Places mentioned in this episode: Showtime Lounge Lyman’s Tavern Red Derby Last Call Bar Jackie Lee’s Bar Charley Want some more DC news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter Hey DC. You can also become a member, with ad-free listening, for as little as $8 a month. Learn more about the sponsors of this November 27th episode: Restaurant Association Metropolitan Washington Ronald Reagan Building and International Trade Center Interested in advertising with City Cast? Find more info HERE.

November 2024 has been a month with a good amount of headlines it’s fair to say. In the barrage of national news, some of which obviously has a very strong local impact, you might have missed some big D.C. headlines. The City Cast DC team is here to get you up to speed. ICYMI: A New Plan to Fix DC’s 911 Call Center DC Needs a ‘Real’ Chinatown DC’s Best International Grocery Stores Want some more DC news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter Hey DC. You can also become a member, with ad-free listening, for as little as $8 a month. Learn more about the sponsors of this November 26th episode: Restaurant Association Metropolitan Washington Ronald Reagan Building and International Trade Center Interested in advertising with City Cast? Find more info HERE.

It’s Thanksgiving! And there’s so much to be thankful for. Including pardoning turkeys! So we’re rerunning a chat that our host Bridget had with Beth Breeding about what happens for one, sometimes two, lucky turkeys every year. Want some more DC news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter Hey DC. You can also become a member, with ad-free listening, for as little as $8 a month. This episode originally aired November 22, 2023. Learn more about the sponsors of this November 25th episode. Restaurant Association Metropolitan Washington Ronald Reagan Building and International Trade Center Interested in advertising with City Cast? Find more info HERE.

We’re talking about the latest twist in DC’s ludicrous sports-gambling saga, the big news about the Washington Spirit soccer team, and ways you can have the best Thanksgiving ever. Want some more DC news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter Hey DC. You can also become a member, with ad-free listening, for as little as $8 a month. Learn more about the sponsors of this November 22nd episode: Luray Caverns Restaurant Association Metropolitan Washington Paulson & Nace Interested in advertising with City Cast? Find more info HERE

Washington loves a good elites-behaving-badly story, whether it’s real life or fiction. Which is why we’re hanging out with Emma Sasaki, the pseudonymous author of It’s a Privilege Just to Be Here, a novel set at a D.C. private school that looks a lot like Sidwell Friends School, which just happens to be her alma mater. The book is pretty scathing — especially about the parents, who have been scathing right back. Want some more DC news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter Hey DC. You can also become a member, with ad-free listening, for as little as $8 a month. Learn more about the sponsors of this November 21st episode: Luray Caverns Restaurant Association Metropolitan Washington Paulson & Nace Interested in advertising with City Cast? Find more info HERE.

Sara Bronin is one of the world experts on zoning. It’s the kind of thing that really rivets people at cocktail parties, right? But in fact, Bronin’s new book about how zoning shapes our lives is like a secret history of how cities came to look the way they do — and a blueprint for the way they can get better. And because she lives in Georgetown, it’s full of examples from D.C. that you don’t have to be an urbanism nerd to understand. Want some more DC news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter Hey DC. You can also become a member, with ad-free listening, for as little as $8 a month. Learn more about the sponsors of this November 20th episode: Luray Caverns Restaurant Association Metropolitan Washington Paulson & Nace Interested in advertising with City Cast? Find more info HERE.

Maybe you have had that moment of anxiety where you see someone and you get that sinking feeling like you’ve met before, but you just can’t place their face. That is the everyday reality for former Washington Post journalist Sadie Dingfelder, author of the book Do I Know you? A Faceblind Reporter’s Journey into the Science of Sight, Memory and Imagination. Sadie was diagnosed with face blindness at age 35, and she joins the show to shed some visibility into what it’s like not being able to recognize a face in a connections-driven city like Washington D.C. Want some more DC news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter Hey DC. You can also become a member, with ad-free listening, for as little as $8 a month. Learn more about the sponsors of this November 19th episode: Luray Caverns Restaurant Association Metropolitan Washington Paulson & Nace Interested in advertising with City Cast? Find more info HERE.

The ribbon cutting for DC’s Go-Go Museum is today! So it seemed like a good time to rerun our episode discussing the idea of enshrining go-go — or any genre — as DC’s official music. Want some more DC news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter Hey DC. You can also become a member, with ad-free listening, for as little as $8 a month. If you enjoyed today's interview with Luray Caverns Director of Marketing and PR, Bill Huffman, learn more here. Learn more about the sponsors of this November 18th episode: Luray Caverns Restaurant Association Metropolitan Washington Paulson & Nace Interested in advertising with City Cast? Find more info HERE.

We’re talking about Mayor Bowser needing to woo Donald Trump, Elon Musk and DC, and some news about the Bay Bridge. Want some more DC news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter Hey DC. You can also become a member, with ad-free listening, for as little as $8 a month. Learn more about the sponsors of this November 15th episode: Food & Friends' - Slice of Life Paulson & Nace Roda - use promo code CITYCAST20 for 20% off Restaurant Association Metropolitan Washington Interested in advertising with City Cast? Find more info HERE

Metrobus is about to blow up its map, giving every bus in town a new name and giving a bunch of them new routes, too. The system is also trying to rework its funding model in the name of staying afloat. Rachel Weiner from the Washington Post is here to get us up to speed. Want some more DC news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter Hey DC. You can also become a member, with ad-free listening, for as little as $8 a month. Learn more about the sponsors of this November 14th episode: Food & Friends' - Slice of Life Paulson & Nace Roda - use promo code CITYCAST20 for 20% off Interested in advertising with City Cast? Find more info HERE.

We care a lot about food at City Cast so we’re always talking about great places to eat. But what about those nights when you’re leaving the bar or a club or work and you’re looking for a spot that’s open late and has killer food? Big Schlim, DC native and viral food reviewer, has you covered. Want some more DC news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter Hey DC. You can also become a member, with ad-free listening, for as little as $8 a month. If you enjoyed today's interview with Food & Friends' Executive Director, Carrie Stoltzfus, learn more here. Learn more about the sponsors of this November 13th episode: Food & Friends' - Slice of Life Paulson & Nace Roda - use promo code CITYCAST20 for 20% off Interested in advertising with City Cast? Find more info HERE.

Are D.C.’s monuments fun or more effort than they’re worth? Is Le Dip a must visit restaurant experience or just overpriced? If there is one thing we like to do here, it’s debate what aspects of DC are under or overrated. Want some more DC news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter Hey DC. You can also become a member, with ad-free listening, for as little as $8 a month. Learn more about the sponsors of this November 12th episode: Food & Friends' - Slice of Life Paulson & Nace Roda - use promo code CITYCAST20 for 20% off Interested in advertising with City Cast? Find more info HERE.

Washingtonian writer Jessica Sidman crunched numbers from political spending reports and found a weird correlation between the Republican party and steakhouses. She’s here to explain where the new power-class hangs out in DC and what it means for the rest of us. Want some more DC news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter Hey DC. You can also become a member, with ad-free listening, for as little as $8 a month. Vote on our City Cast 6 awards shortlist here, to help select the six Washingtonians who have transformed D.C. this year. This year’s City Cast 6 Awards are presented by Christopher Nace and the trial lawyers at Paulson & Nace. Learn more about the sponsors of this November 11th episode: Food & Friends' - Slice of Life Paulson & Nace Roda - use promo code CITYCAST20 for 20% off Interested in advertising with City Cast? Find more info HERE.

Initiative 83, proposing ranked choice voting and semi-open primaries, passed on Tuesday, but what’s next? The Washington Post’s Meagan Flynn joins the team to discuss that, plus local reactions to the 47th president. Check out the 51st’s recommended volunteer opportunities, and Washingtonian’s decompression recs. If you’re especially passionate about our work, consider becoming a member. Thank you for being here — We really hope our election coverage has served you, and we’re planning to keep covering the local stories that matter RIGHT now, RIGHT here in DC. Vote on our City Cast 6 awards shortlist here, to help select the six Washingtonians who have transformed D.C. this year. This year’s City Cast 6 Awards are presented by Christopher Nace and the trial lawyers at Paulson & Nace. Learn more about the sponsors of this November 8th episode: Food & Friends' - Slice of Life Paulson & Nace Interested in advertising with City Cast? Find more info HERE.

It’s been a week of big news about things outside of DC’s control, and we’ll get more into that in tomorrow’s Friday news roundup. But one thing that is DC’s call is the redevelopment of North Capitol Street. Ebony Dumas and Anita Cozart from DC’s Office of Planning sat down with us in July to talk about how planners have changed throughout the years. Vote on our City Cast 6 awards shortlist here, to help select the six Washingtonians who have transformed D.C. this year. This year’s City Cast 6 Awards are presented by Christopher Nace and the trial lawyers at Paulson & Nace. Want some more DC news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter Hey DC. You can also become a member, with ad-free listening, for as little as $8 a month. If you enjoyed today's interview with Food & Friends' Executive Director, Carrie Stoltzfus, learn more here. Learn more about the sponsors of this November 7th episode: Food & Friends' - Slice of Life Paulson & Nace Interested in advertising with City Cast? Find more info HERE.

It’s 4 AM, and though there hasn’t yet been a final call, it’s looking like D.C. is going to have to brace itself for another Trump presidency. The team is here to process what that means for our city, our country, and for all of us. Want some more DC news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter Hey DC. You can also become a member, with ad-free listening, for as little as $8 a month. Learn more about the sponsors of this November 6th episode: Food & Friends' - Slice of Life Alliance Francaise Paulson & Nace Interested in advertising with City Cast? Find more info HERE.

It’s election day! And your guess is as good as ours about what happens. Cuneyt Dil from Axios joined us back in July to talk about what D.C. might look like in a second Trump administration. Vote on our City Cast 6 awards shortlist here, to help select the six Washingtonians who have transformed D.C. this year. This year’s City Cast 6 Awards are presented by Christopher Nace and the trial lawyers at Paulson & Nace. Want some more DC news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter Hey DC. You can also become a member, with ad-free listening, for as little as $8 a month. Learn more about the sponsors of this November 5th episode: Food & Friends' - Slice of Life Alliance Francaise Paulson & Nace Interested in advertising with City Cast? Find more info HERE.

Since election day is almost here, you might be feeling all kinds of election related anxiety. So take your mind off that with City Cast DC’s endorsements for which celebrities could run our city. And if you’re wanting updates and analysis from our ACTUAL election, we’ve got our election day coverage dropping later in the day, around 6 am, on Wednesday. Check out all of our previous coverage on D.C.’s election, which includes episodes on: The I83 debate If Trump wins If Harris wins Our live taping ep for Trayon White details What will election security look like this year? Want some more DC news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter Hey DC. You can also become a member, with ad-free listening, for as little as $8 a month. Learn more about the sponsors of this November 4th episode: Food & Friends' - Slice of Life Alliance Francaise Paulson & Nace Interested in advertising with City Cast? Find more info HERE.

This week we’ll be sharing results from our local elections and discussing what they mean for DC. But we can’t help but wonder… what’s going on with our City Cast colleagues in swing states? As America white-knuckles its way into one of the closest presidential elections in modern history, City Cast CEO David Plotz sits down with the hosts of our shows in swing state cities: Madison, Philly, Pittsburgh, and Las Vegas. In this special episode, our crew of hosts gives you a locals’ look inside how their cities are preparing for the presidential election and its aftermath. From a peek inside the Pennsylvania election warehouse where mail-in ballots will be counted, to a glimpse at how Dane County, Wisconsin’s early voting is going, you’re invited to hear what the swing states are talking about…with each other.

We’re talking about the crisis at the Washington Post, the joy around the Washington Commanders, and a sneaky new technology that aims to bust line-cutters at DCA. Vote on our City Cast 6 awards shortlist here, to help select the six Washingtonians who have transformed D.C. this year. This year’s City Cast 6 Awards are presented by Christopher Nace and the trial lawyers at Paulson & Nace. Want some more DC news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter Hey DC. You can also become a member, with ad-free listening, for as little as $8 a month. Learn more about the sponsors of this November 1st episode: Mosaic Theater Company BetterHelp - get 10% off at betterhelp.com/CITYCAST Alliance Francaise Luray Caverns Interested in advertising with City Cast? Find more info HERE

D.C. is getting darker earlier and the pleasant weather is giving way to the cold. November can be a slog, but the City Cast team is here to help you make the most of it. Vote on our City Cast 6 awards shortlist here, to help select the six Washingtonians who have transformed D.C. this year. This year’s City Cast 6 Awards are presented by Christopher Nace and the trial lawyers at Paulson & Nace. If you're new here, welcome! We’ve put together a starter pack for you, with episodes and articles to welcome you to the City Cast DC community. For even more tips on how to make the most of November in D.C., check out Hey DC’s take on what to do this month. And if you're finding our recs helpful, please consider becoming a member to help us stick around long-term. If you enjoyed today's interview with Luray Caverns Director of Marketing and PR, Bill Huffman, learn more here. Learn more about the sponsors of this October 31st episode: Mosaic Theater Company BetterHelp - get 10% off at betterhelp.com/CITYCAST Alliance Francaise Luray Caverns Interested in advertising with City Cast? Find more info HERE.

The election is looming and Washington is anxious. The city government announced some plans last week for security around November 5 and all the way through the interregnum. Axios’ Cuneyt Dil is here to tell us what to expect. Vote on our City Cast 6 awards shortlist here, to help select the six Washingtonians who have transformed D.C. this year. This year’s City Cast 6 Awards are presented by Christopher Nace and the trial lawyers at Paulson & Nace. Want some more DC news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter Hey DC. You can also become a member, with ad-free listening, for as little as $8 a month. Learn more about the sponsors of this October 30th episode: Mosaic Theater Company BetterHelp - get 10% off at betterhelp.com/CITYCAST Luray Caverns Interested in advertising with City Cast? Find more info HERE.

October was a crazy month in D.C.! In fact, there were so many stories that we couldn’t get to all of them. So today on City Cast DC, we’re recapping the wildest stories you missed, from the poop memorial on the Mall to Metro’s latest big problem. Vote on our City Cast 6 awards shortlist here, to help select the six Washingtonians who have transformed D.C. this year. This year’s City Cast 6 Awards are presented by Christopher Nace and the trial lawyers at Paulson & Nace. Want some more DC news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter Hey DC. You can also become a member, with ad-free listening, for as little as $8 a month. Learn more about the sponsors of this October 29th episode: Mosaic Theater Company BetterHelp - get 10% off at betterhelp.com/CITYCAST Luray Caverns Interested in advertising with City Cast? Find more info HERE.

As of this week, most of the Crystal City underground shops are shutting down for good. The owner of Total Party, a store that’s been there for nine years, joins us to talk about when the Crystal City Mall thrived, why it’s died, and what’s next. Want some more DC news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter Hey DC. You can also become a member, with ad-free listening, for as little as $8 a month. Learn more about the sponsors of this October 28th episode: Mosaic Theater Company BetterHelp - get 10% off at betterhelp.com/CITYCAST Luray Caverns Interested in advertising with City Cast? Find more info HERE.

We’re talking about the new Capital One Arena plans for downtown with the Washington Post’s Michael Brice-Saddler, the controversy over a Marion Barry-themed snack, and the new NatGeo Museum of Exploration. Want some more DC news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter Hey DC. You can also become a member, with ad-free listening, for as little as $8 a month. Learn more about the sponsors of this October 25th episode: Urban Pace Paulson & Nace Make All Votes Count Interested in advertising with City Cast? Find more info HERE.