Episodes

  • Redwood Drive-In’s Fate, Armed Guards in Schools, Get $$ for Vaccinations

    Redwood Drive-In’s Fate, Armed Guards in Schools, Get $$ for Vaccinations
    Sep 20 2024
    The Redwood Drive-In Theater & Swap Meet’s fate has been decided. Host Ali Vallarta and executive producer Emily Means analyze what went right and what went wrong in the process. Plus, armed guards in public schools, $$ for vaccinations, and Salt Lake County mayoral candidates on the record. Resources and references: What’s on the Table With SLC’s Downtown Sports District? [Hey Salt Lake] West Valley City Council votes on controversial rezoning of Redwood Drive-In Theatre & Swap Meet [Fox 13] Utah says armed school guardians will need to pass a mental health screening [KUER] Thriving in Place [Salt Lake City Government) Consider becoming a founding member of City Cast Salt Lake today! It’s the best way to support our work and help make sure we’re around for years to come. Get all the details and sign up at membership.citycast.fm. Subscribe to our daily morning newsletter. You can also find us on Instagram @CityCastSLC. Looking to advertise on City Cast Salt Lake? Check out our options for podcast and newsletter ads. Learn more about the sponsors of this episode: ICO Hale Centre Theatre Zoo Arts and Parks Hip & Humble Embodied Patience Live Crude - Get $25 off your facial by mentioning this ad. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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    35 mins
  • Why Erin Rider Wants To Be County Mayor

    Why Erin Rider Wants To Be County Mayor
    Sep 19 2024
    The Salt Lake County mayor represents a third of Utah’s population, and the race is on your ballot this fall! Host Ali Vallarta talked to Republican candidate Erin Rider about the $507 million public safety bond, homelessness, and public transit. Listen to our conversation with Democratic candidate and incumbent Salt Lake County mayor Jenny Wilson. Learn more about Salt Lake County’s new homelessness plan. Consider becoming a founding member of City Cast Salt Lake today! It’s the best way to support our work and help make sure we’re around for years to come. Get all the details and sign up at membership.citycast.fm. Subscribe to our daily morning newsletter. You can also find us on Instagram @CityCastSLC. Looking to advertise on City Cast Salt Lake? Check out our options for podcast and newsletter ads. Learn more about the sponsors of this episode: ICO Hale Centre Theatre Zoo Arts and Parks Hip & Humble Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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    35 mins
  • Why Jenny Wilson Wants To Be County Mayor

    Why Jenny Wilson Wants To Be County Mayor
    Sep 18 2024
    The race is on for Salt Lake County mayor! Even though they represent a third of Utah’s population, we’d bet you don’t think about how the job impacts your life. Host Ali Vallarta talked to Democratic candidate and incumbent mayor Jenny Wilson about her approach to homelessness, affordable housing, and Abravanel Hall. Tomorrow, you’ll hear from her opponent, Republican candidate Erin Rider. Learn more about Salt Lake County’s new homelessness plan. Consider becoming a founding member of City Cast Salt Lake today! It’s the best way to support our work and help make sure we’re around for years to come. Get all the details and sign up at membership.citycast.fm. Subscribe to our daily morning newsletter. You can also find us on Instagram @CityCastSLC. Looking to advertise on City Cast Salt Lake? Check out our options for podcast and newsletter ads. Learn more about the sponsors of this episode: ICO Hale Centre Theatre Zoo Arts and Parks Hip & Humble Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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    40 mins
  • 2020 Murals Demolition, Kum & Go Rule Change, Sunnyside Ballpark

    2020 Murals Demolition, Kum & Go Rule Change, Sunnyside Ballpark
    Sep 17 2024
    The Salt Lake City Council will hear some big proposals this week, from new gas station standards to funding the future of Fleet Block. Host Ali Vallarta and executive producer Emily Means break down the news and how residents can get involved. Plus, what’s in store for Sunnyside Park. Resources and references: Can the Kum & Go in Sugar House Be Stopped? [City Cast Salt Lake] Take the Sunnyside Park survey. Consider becoming a founding member of City Cast Salt Lake today! It’s the best way to support our work and help make sure we’re around for years to come. Get all the details and sign up at membership.citycast.fm. Subscribe to our daily morning newsletter. You can also find us on Instagram @CityCastSLC. Looking to advertise on City Cast Salt Lake? Check out our options for podcast and newsletter ads. Learn more about the sponsors of this episode: ICO Hale Centre Theatre Zoo Arts and Parks Hip & Humble Embodied Patience Live Crude - Get $25 off your facial by mentioning this ad. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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    37 mins
  • Does ‘Secret Lives of Mormon Wives' Represent Mormons?

    Does ‘Secret Lives of Mormon Wives' Represent Mormons?
    Sep 16 2024
    Mormon Mania is hitting fall TV; the hottest new release is “The Secret Lives of Mormon Wives,” highlighting the soft-swinging Utah moms of TikTok. But are these women telling Mormon stories or generating Mormon intrigue? City Cast Boise host Lindsay Van Allen joins host Ali Vallarta to give perspective as a former member of the faith and figure out what locals can make of all this. Check out our show on How LDS Suspicion Carves Our Neighborhoods Consider becoming a founding member of City Cast Salt Lake today! It’s the best way to support our work and help make sure we’re around for years to come. Get all the details and sign up at membership.citycast.fm. Subscribe to our daily morning newsletter. You can also find us on Instagram @CityCastSLC. Looking to advertise on City Cast Salt Lake? Check out our options for podcast and newsletter ads. Learn more about the sponsors of this episode: Hip and Humble Zoo Arts and Parks ICO Hale Centre Theatre Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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    28 mins
  • Amendment D Gets Dunked, Governor Debate, Cash for Scenic Pics

    Amendment D Gets Dunked, Governor Debate, Cash for Scenic Pics
    Sep 13 2024
    A judge rules votes for and against Amendment D won’t count, but it’ll still appear on your November ballot. Host Ali Vallarta and executive producer Emily Means make sense of the chaos and dig into the potential consequences for the courts. Plus, takeaways from the governor debate, a scenic photo contest, and canoeing down the Jordan River. Find all our 2024 local election coverage in one place. Resources and references in this episode: Judge rules Amendment D is 'void' but will remain on the ballot [Fox 13] What Constitutional Amendment D Actually Does [City Cast Salt Lake] Did You Blink and Miss This Change to How We Choose Judges? [City Cast Salt Lake] Get to the River Festival at the Jordan River through September. Enter the Scenic Utah photo contest before Oct. 15. Consider becoming a founding member of City Cast Salt Lake today! It’s the best way to support our work and help make sure we’re around for years to come. Get all the details and sign up at membership.citycast.fm. Subscribe to our daily morning newsletter. You can also find us on Instagram @CityCastSLC. Looking to advertise on City Cast Salt Lake? Check out our options for podcast and newsletter ads. Learn more about the sponsors of this episode: Salt Lake City Corporation Hale Centre Theatre Zoo Arts and Parks Avenue Street Fair Embodied Patience Live Crude - Get $25 off your facial by mentioning this ad. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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    36 mins
  • Fall Restaurants To Eat at Now

    Fall Restaurants To Eat at Now
    Sep 12 2024
    Are you stuck in a restaurant routine? Salt Lake has a ton of delicious places to try besides your usual haunts. Hey Salt Lake newsletter editor Terina Ria joins host Ali Vallarta to share where to find cheap eats, food experiences, and cafe creations dethroning the PSL. Consider becoming a founding member of City Cast Salt Lake today! It’s the best way to support our work and help make sure we’re around for years to come. Get all the details and sign up at membership.citycast.fm. Subscribe to our daily morning newsletter. You can also find us on Instagram @CityCastSLC. Looking to advertise on City Cast Salt Lake? Check out our options for podcast and newsletter ads. Learn more about the sponsors of this episode: Salt Lake City Corporation Hale Centre Theatre Zoo Arts and Parks Avenue Street Fair Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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    21 mins
  • Hospital Beds Lag, New Liquor Lobbyists, Redwood Road Glow-Up

    Hospital Beds Lag, New Liquor Lobbyists, Redwood Road Glow-Up
    Sep 11 2024
    One side effect of Utah’s growth? Not enough hospital beds. Executive producer Emily Means and host Ali Vallarta discuss the problem and possible solutions. Plus, a new drinking group wants a seat at the legislature’s table, a delicious cocktail competition, and Redwood Road gets a safety glow-up. Resources and references: Utah has the third lowest rate of hospital beds in the nation. Here’s why. [Salt Lake Tribune] New group seeks to advocate for 'everyday, responsible Utah drinkers' on Capitol Hill [Fox 13] Take the SAFER Utah survey Consider becoming a founding member of City Cast Salt Lake today! It’s the best way to support our work and help make sure we’re around for years to come. Get all the details and sign up at membership.citycast.fm. Subscribe to our daily morning newsletter. You can also find us on Instagram @CityCastSLC. Looking to advertise on City Cast Salt Lake? Check out our options for podcast and newsletter ads. Learn more about the sponsors of this episode: Salt Lake City Corporation Hale Centre Theatre Zoo Arts and Parks Avenue Street Fair Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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    32 mins