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City Cast DC

City Cast
Washington, DC
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Washington D.C.
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Washington, D.C.
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Washington, United States
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Washington, District Of Columbia

City Cast DC is the daily, local audio companion you knew DC needed.. Washingtonians are deeply passionate about our city, whose story is still being written, and City Cast DC is here to tell it. Every weekday morning, our hosts Michael Schaffer and Bridget Todd will engage people from all over the eight wards in conversation about DC’s crises and its beauty, both literal and figurative. It’ll hav... more

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In a few weeks, D.C.'s Ward 8 Councilmember Trayon White will stand trial for allegations of corruption. This is embarrassing for any city, but especially so in D.C., where some say we don’t have the right to self-government. City Cast reporter Emma ... more

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How often are you out in nature in DC? It’s not always easy to know which natural resources are clean and safe to use in an urban setting, and city rivers get a particularly bad rap. It’s true that cities have had eras of sewage mishandling and high ... more

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D.C. public schools open on Monday — we'll get into the politics of it all. Plus, six DC police employees have been charged for $440K in overtime fraud. And the latest on the Kennedy Center and the beleaguered National Symphony Orchestra. In a member... more

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Jeanine Pirro, the US attorney for D.C., really wants to throw the book at the woman accused of vandalizing the World War II Memorial. According to Politico’s Josh Gerstein, it’s one way for her to get back in the good graces of her boss, Donald Trum... more

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Recent Guests

Dana Hedgpeth
Washington Post reporter, enrolled member of Hollowess Aponi (Hollow-Wassapone) tribe
Washington Post
Episode: How the Pamunkey Tribe Bought Back Their Virginia Homeland
Leo Murray
Founder of Kibiboyz and leader of Concrete Escapes
Kibiboyz/Concrete Escapes
Episode: Best Places to Camp Before Summer Ends
Richard Reyes-Gavilan
Executive Director of the DC Public Library
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Episode: Best Places to Camp Before Summer Ends
Bridget Todd
City Cast DC Host
City Cast DC
Episode: 'Your City Could Be Better': Bridget Todd Debates Naked Neighbors, Unwelcome Pets, and Other City Life Dilemmas
Zara Norman
Reporter for Notus, covering DC transit and local politics
Notus
Episode: D.C.'s Next Mayor Wants To Make Buses Free For SNAP Recipients
George Pelecanos
Washington novelist and writer-producer known for crime fiction centered on DC
Author, The Blue Flame; former writer/producer for The Wire
Episode: One of D.C.'s Greatest Novelists Just Dropped a New Book
Kaela Cote-Stemmermann
Culture reporter
City Cast DC
Episode: D.C.’s Streateries Are Closing, But Are They Gone For Good?
Eli Sabin
Alder in New Haven, Connecticut, champion of Downtown For All zoning reform
New Haven Board of Alders
Episode: ‘Your City Could Be Better’: How One City Beat Restrictive Zoning — Presented By City Cast DC
Alyssa Fowers
Reporter for City Cast DC
City Cast DC
Episode: No Roommates, In-Unit Laundry – A Look At The National Guard’s Expensive New D.C. Digs

Hosts

Michael Schaffer
Host of City Cast DC; City Cast DC anchor with focus on local policy, governance, and civic life
Bridget Todd
Co-host of City Cast DC; lead on DC neighborhoods, culture, and public-facing storytelling

Reviews

4.5 out of 5 stars from 329 ratings
  • Bias problems

    I started trying out City Cast DC earlier this year and most of the coverage is great and interesting. But a pretty big issue is the local criminal justice coverage because the host seems to be pushing his own agenda rather than approaching it like a reporter. It reflects a lack of knowledge on an important issue area. It also makes for some very uncomfortable statements and is a disservice to listeners.

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    Maya from DC
    United States5 months ago
  • You might also like …

    I want to support this fledgling outlet for D.C. news, but my subscription is hanging by a thread. Nearly every day, I find another, totally unrelated iHeartRadio podcast downloaded onto my phone under the title “You Might Also Like …”

    I won’t, and I don’t. Some of these podcast episodes are more than 1.5 hours long. If this keeps happening, I’ll have to dump my subscription.

    Apple Podcasts
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    YouWontAlsoLike117
    United States5 months ago
  • What the Post should be

    Good local coverage. Knowledgeable guests. One request only: reintroduce your guests at the end of the show. It’s helpful. Keep it up.

    Apple Podcasts
    4
    abuasher
    United States9 months ago
  • My Podcast Source for DC News

    Solid coverage of DC politics, albeit a little more establishment-friendly (plus other coverage of what’s going on events- and development-wise in town). It’s definitely gotten better in the past year and topics are usually good- I’d say I find something to listen to 3-4 times a week (out of 5 episodes a week)

    Apple Podcasts
    4
    JPG4285
    United States10 months ago
  • Best DC Podcast

    Love love love!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    trummy97
    United Statesa year ago

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Listeners praise deep local coverage and clear host dynamics.
Audience values informative, data-driven DC-focused storytelling.
Some critique editorial bias on crime coverage and pacing.

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How the Pamunkey Tribe Bought Back Their Virginia Homeland
Q: What does this land return mean for the broader Indigenous community in the DC area and Virginia?
It signals a broader movement of tribes reclaiming land, sharing educational and cultural opportunities, and asserting sovereignty, while also encouraging public engagement with Indigenous history beyond established markers.
How the Pamunkey Tribe Bought Back Their Virginia Homeland
Q: How did federal recognition play into the tribe's ability to reclaim the land?
Federal recognition elevated the Pamunkeys to nation-to-nation status, providing capacity and resources to pursue land deals without relying on the federal government, and enabling them to leverage private partnerships and historical protections to buy back the land.
How the Pamunkey Tribe Bought Back Their Virginia Homeland
Q: Before we get into the reporting, can you introduce the Pamunkey tribe and why Windsor Shades is historically significant?
Windsor Shades is a well-preserved historic site with deep Indigenous roots; the Pamunkeys once held a large territory there, and the property has archaeological significance and ties to chiefs of Powhatan, making the land return a powerful symbol of reconnecting with ancestral homeland.
D.C.’s Best Ice Cream For These Humid Days
Q: For our non-dairy listeners, are there places people should have on their radar?
Non-dairy options are widely available; the guest points to items like sorbets and other dairy-free flavors across places such as Happy Ice Cream and broader DC venues.
D.C.’s Best Ice Cream For These Humid Days
Q: Are there spots opening soon or soonish that you're keeping an eye on?
Snow Crane is developing a permanent space after a series of popular pop-ups, and there are ongoing conversations about new offerings from existing venues like Van Luen and other fresh concepts.

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A daily local show focused on Washington, DC, blending policy, politics, neighborhood life, and cultural happenings with a practical, in-the-weeds approach. Episodes often pair host commentary with expert guests on governance, elections, public safety, and urban issues, then pivot to actionable takeaways like voter information, event planning, and city services. It stands out for rapid-fire interviews with policymakers, journalists, and community voices, plus a healthy mix of travel, dining, and local lifestyle content anchored in the DC area. Expect energetic, conversational hosts who push for clarity on complex topics while spotlighting under-the-radar community stories and timely civic information.

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Recent guests on City Cast DC include:

1. Dana Hedgpeth
2. Leo Murray
3. Richard Reyes-Gavilan
4. Bridget Todd
5. Zara Norman
6. George Pelecanos
7. Kaela Cote-Stemmermann
8. Eli Sabin

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