Episodes

  • How to Navigate Inauguration Weekend in DC

    How to Navigate Inauguration Weekend in DC
    Jan 15 2025
    Inauguration Day is a huge event for our nation with loads of fanfare, politicking, and of course security, but for many of us who live in DC, it can be a major headache. That’s why Axios’ Cuneyt Dil joins us to go over the tips and tricks to avoid the spectacle. Plus we answer: is there really more security in DC this month than ever before and why the mayor is paying 1.5 million to attend the parade. 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 15th episode: Roda - use promo code CITYCAST20 for 20% off Restaurant Association Metropolitan Washington Interested in advertising with City Cast? Find more info HERE. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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    20 mins
  • DC’s Best Winter Getaways

    DC’s Best Winter Getaways
    Jan 14 2025
    With the MLK holiday coming up, and not to mention a certain upcoming inauguration, a little getaway might be just what the doctor ordered. City Cast contributor Madeline Weinfeld has the coziest winter getaways from the DC area to help shake you out of a winter funk. 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 14th episode: Roda - use promo code CITYCAST20 for 20% off Restaurant Association Metropolitan Washington Interested in advertising with City Cast? Find more info HERE. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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    15 mins
  • How Federal Workers Are Preparing for Trump

    How Federal Workers Are Preparing for Trump
    Jan 13 2025
    Federal workers make up about a quarter of the jobs in DC, and these days, they’re worried: The incoming Trump administration’s talk of slashing the government and changing the rules around career public servants would be a huge economic and cultural change for our city. The Washington Post’s Lisa Rein is here to talk us through what the options are for the Washingtonians who may find themselves in the crosshairs. Got a tip related to this story? Get in touch with Lisa at 202-821-3120 and her or lisa.rein@washpost.com. For more DC news, 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 13th episode: Roda - use promo code CITYCAST20 for 20% off Restaurant Association Metropolitan Washington Interested in advertising with City Cast? Find more info HERE. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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    33 mins
  • DC's Snow Days, How Jimmy Carter Changed DC, and the Panda-conomy

    DC's Snow Days, How Jimmy Carter Changed DC, and the Panda-conomy
    Jan 10 2025
    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 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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    25 mins
  • What’s In and Out For DC’s 2025 Food Scene?

    What’s In and Out For DC’s 2025 Food Scene?
    Jan 9 2025
    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. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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    24 mins
  • How To Improve the National Mall

    How To Improve the National Mall
    Jan 8 2025
    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. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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    15 mins
  • DC’s Most Underrated Indoor Activities

    DC’s Most Underrated Indoor Activities
    Jan 7 2025
    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. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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    17 mins
  • How MPD Aided the Proud Boys Before Jan. 6

    How MPD Aided the Proud Boys Before Jan. 6
    Jan 6 2025
    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. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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    22 mins