Episodes

  • Does DC Need More Cops? Plus, $19,000 in Traffic Tickets, and Political Merch Sales

    Does DC Need More Cops? Plus, $19,000 in Traffic Tickets, and Political Merch Sales
    Sep 20 2024
    We’re talking about whether D.C. needs more police thanks to a new audit report, a car crash involving someone who had $19,000 in unpaid tickets — but was still on the road, and the big recent change in political merch. Our next live taping is Wednesday, Oct. 9 at Black Cat. Come join us to learn about the juiciest election stories of the year, from the fierce clash over ranked choice voting to an indicted councilmember's scandalous reelection bid with zero competition. RSVP here. 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 September 20th episode: Paulson & Nace HSEMA Interested in advertising with City Cast? Find more info HERE Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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    30 mins
  • The Good and Bad of Development in Congress Heights

    The Good and Bad of Development in Congress Heights
    Sep 19 2024
    Congress Heights is the home of the Washington Mystics and the entertainment and sports arena, but that’s a pretty limited view of one of the most eclectic neighborhoods in the District. So local artist and business owner Keyonna Jones and City Cast DC contributor Austin Graff stopped by to break down why Congress Heights is a neighborhood you should know. Our next live taping is Wednesday, Oct. 9 at Black Cat. Come join us to learn about the juiciest election stories of the year, from the fierce clash over ranked choice voting to an indicted councilmember's scandalous reelection bid with zero competition. RSVP here. 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 Alliance Francaise Executive Director, Sarah Diligenti, learn more here. Learn more about the sponsors of this September 19th episode: Paulson & Nace HSEMA Roda - use promo code CITYCAST20 for 20% off Interested in advertising with City Cast? Find more info HERE Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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    30 mins
  • What Do DC’s Violence Interrupters Do?

    What Do DC’s Violence Interrupters Do?
    Sep 18 2024
    This week, D.C.'s police union called for the city’s violence intervention programs to be shut down after Ward 8 Councilmember Trayon White was charged with bribery related to a violence interruption program. We talked to Dr. Joseph Richardson, a UMD professor and co-chair of D.C.’s Homicide Review, about what exactly D.C.’s violence interrupters do for the city. Our next live taping is Wednesday, Oct. 9 at Black Cat. Come join us to learn about the juiciest election stories of the year, from the fierce clash over ranked choice voting to an indicted councilmember's scandalous reelection bid with zero competition. RSVP here. 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 September 18th episode: Paulson & Nace HSEMA Roda - use promo code CITYCAST20 for 20% off 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
  • How DC’s Breakup With Humane Rescue Alliance Affects Pet Owners

    How DC’s Breakup With Humane Rescue Alliance Affects Pet Owners
    Sep 17 2024
    D.C. Health and the Humane Rescue Alliance, which handles animal services, just announced they’re ending their 44-year-old partnership. HRA leaders say they were initially caught off guard by the split. The Washington Post’s Michael Brice-Saddler explains what this could mean for pets and pet owners in D.C. Our next live taping is Wednesday, Oct. 9 at Black Cat. Come join us to learn about the juiciest election stories of the year, from the fierce clash over ranked choice voting to an indicted councilmember's scandalous reelection bid with zero competition. RSVP here. 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 September 17th episode: Paulson & Nace HSEMA Roda - use promo code CITYCAST20 for 20% off Gala Theatre Interested in advertising with City Cast? Find more info HERE. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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    18 mins
  • A New Plan to Fix DC’s 911 Call Center

    A New Plan to Fix DC’s 911 Call Center
    Sep 16 2024
    Councilmember Brooke Pinto has put forward a new bill to finally fix DC’s beleaguered emergency response system. Bona fide 911 call center expert Dave Statter joins us to share his thoughts. Our next live taping is Wednesday, Oct. 9 at Black Cat. Come join us to learn about the juiciest election stories of the year, from the fierce clash over ranked choice voting to an indicted councilmember's scandalous reelection bid with zero competition. RSVP here. 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 September 16th episode: Paulson & Nace HSEMA The Peabody Institute of The Johns Hopkins University Roda - use promo code CITYCAST20 for 20% off 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
  • Fatal Police Shooting, Strip Club Drama, and WWI Memorial

    Fatal Police Shooting, Strip Club Drama, and WWI Memorial
    Sep 13 2024
    We’re joined by Washington City Paper’s Mitch Ryals to talk about the fallout from a police shooting, a battle between a club and an investment bank, and the opening of a controversial memorial in the heart of downtown. Check out our episode on the future of the National Mall here. It’s National Preparedness Month, so every Friday, we’re sharing a tip from our sponsor, DC Homeland Security and Emergency Management Agency. Today’s tip is “Prepare with your needs in mind. Your emergency kit may look different than a neighbor’s. Download a checklist at ready.dc.gov/NPM2024.” 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 September 13th episode: PaintCare HSEMA Gala Theatre The Peabody Institute of The Johns Hopkins University Interested in advertising with City Cast? Find more info HERE. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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    26 mins
  • The Local Race That Could Decide Senate

    The Local Race That Could Decide Senate
    Sep 12 2024
    Lateshia Beachum covers Prince George’s County for the Washington Post, which means she covers the home turf of both candidates in this year’s Maryland Senate race — the rare case of a DMV election that could actually determine the fate of Congress. She’s here to walk us through the competitors and the stakes. Our next live taping is Wednesday, Oct. 9 at Black Cat. Come join us to learn about the juiciest election stories of the year, from the fierce clash over ranked choice voting to an indicted councilmember's scandalous reelection bid with zero competition. RSVP here. If you enjoyed today's interview with PaintCare’s Vice President of Communications, Brett Rodgers, learn more here. 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 September 12th episode: PaintCare HSEMA Gala Theatre The Peabody Institute of The Johns Hopkins University Interested in advertising with City Cast? Find more info HERE. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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    30 mins
  • 10 Moments That Shaped DC's Food Scene

    10 Moments That Shaped DC's Food Scene
    Sep 11 2024
    City Cast DC contributor Tim Ebner joins host Bridget Todd to reminisce and reflect on 10 culinary moments that have defined the city's food scene today and will continue to shape where the food scene is headed. Our next live taping is Wednesday, Oct. 9 at Black Cat. Come join us to learn about the juiciest election stories of the year, from the fierce clash over ranked choice voting to an indicted council member's scandalous reelection bid with zero competition. RSVP here. 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 September 11th episode: PaintCare HSEMA Gala Theatre The Peabody Institute of The Johns Hopkins University Interested in advertising with City Cast? Find more info HERE. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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    34 mins