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City Cast Denver

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Denver, United States
Homelessness
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Aurora
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Denver City Council
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Clyfford Still Museum
Governor Jared Polis
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Join Host Bree Davies and the City Cast Denver crew every weekday morning as we celebrate, explore, and challenge an ever-changing Denver. It’s the daily news podcast for all Denverites — whether you’ve been here for six months or six generations. We’ll break down the news you need (and want) to know with journalists and culture makers; activists and artists; neighbors and ne’er-do-wells — and Joh... more

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Rep. Alex Valdez is coming up on the term limit for his stint as the House District 5 representative, and he’s looking back on some of the highs and lows of his time under the gold dome of the Capitol. He joins guest host Adrian Felix to discuss some... more

The Broncos have released updated renderings of what the new development around new stadium could look like at Burnham Yard. Now, that’s got everyone thinking about what to do with the Empower Field they will leave behind. Mayor Mike Johnston has pro... more

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As much as you love Denver, city living inherently means sharing space and resources with your neighbors, and y’all certainly have complaints, questions, and quandaries. On today’s very first call-in episode, City Cast CEO David Plotz is joined by Br... more

Why did City Council backtrack on letting bars and nightclubs stay open to 4 a.m.? And who exactly was in favor of later let-out times in the first place? Denver Post city government reporter Elliott Wenzler joins guest host Adrian Felix to ⁠give us ... more

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Recent Guests

Eli Sabin
Alder in New Haven; led Downtown for All rezoning effort
City government of New Haven
Episode: ‘Your City Could Be Better’: How One City Beat Restrictive Zoning — Presented By City Cast Denver
Kati Cheshire
Westword reporter (interview subject)
Westword
Episode: Are Denver’s Neglected Buildings Being Exploited for Profit?
Taylor Lahey
Advocate and organizer behind the Curitiba-inspired green exchange and Santa Cruz bike/cleanup programs
Episode: ‘Your City Could Be Better’: The Trick to Getting People To Volunteer — Presented By City Cast Denver
Hope Henchey
Video producer about cities; lives in Chattanooga
Chattanooga Urbanist Society (as described)
Episode: ‘Your City Could Be Better’: Why Are Chattanoogans ‘Doing It Their Damn Selves’? — Presented By City Cast Denver
Scott Keyes
Founder and chief flight expert of GOING (formerly Scott's Cheap Flights)
GOING
Episode: ‘Your City Could Be Better’: Does Denver Have a ‘Perfect’ Airport? — Presented By City Cast Denver
Gary Hart
Former United States Senator from Colorado
Former U.S. Senator
Episode: A Phone Call With Former Sen. Gary Hart on How Politics Changed Forever
Alexandra Petri
Columnist and author of a book on fake U.S. history
The Atlantic
Episode: 'Your City Could Be Better': The Ultimate USA Trivia Battle. How Much Do You Know? — Presented By City Cast Denver
Mike Johnston
Mayor of Denver
City of Denver
Episode: Mayor Johnston on His Big New Idea to Fix Parking Downtown
Andy Caler
VP of Building Programs
Energy Outreach Colorado
Episode: Mayor Johnston on His Big New Idea to Fix Parking Downtown

Host

Bree Davies
Host of City Cast Denver, guiding conversations and covering civic life with a focus on Denver

Reviews

4.3 out of 5 stars from 869 ratings
  • STOP THE “YOU MIGHT ALSO LIKE” PODCAST INSERTIONS!!!!!

    I enjoy the podcast although I do wish it had more diversity of voices across the political spectrum as it leans very progressive (I get it, it’s Denver). That said, I appreciate that the show keeps me clued in to what’s going on in the city.

    3 stars for adding unrelated podcasts to its feed via the “YOU MIGHT ALSO LIKE” feature. When multiple podcasts do this it makes my playlists useless with auto playing 50% of podcasts I’m not subscribed to, nor have any interest in. STOP IT!!!! NO, I don’... more

    Apple Podcasts
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    Mattavitch
    United States6 months ago
  • Paul seems to be kind of a centrist loser, but they do have fantastic guests. I just cringe every time Paul pulls back to be the "devil's advocate" position.

    Podcast Addict
    4
    DenB12
    6 months ago
  • The worst

    If you love listening to white progressives lecture you about all the causes, this is your show. Bree sighs, a lot, to really really emphasize how compassionate she is. Unfortunately her brain is powered by a hamster wheel so she only knows the buzzwords like “no human is illegal on stolen land.” Oh and she’s a big fan of diners and Betty bop. So listen in as they talk about progressive policies, as if they haven’t failed and ruined every great American city, while they bring on a barrage of gue... more

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    1
    My neighbors are all unhoused
    United States6 months ago
  • Ijirj jb memke

    Podchaser
    Rita
    7 months ago
  • I am available

    City cast Denver needs to hire a person to sit in the background and explain basic things like how insurance works when the hosts fail to make the right connections

    Apple Podcasts
    3
    brianintoccia
    United States9 months ago

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Listeners praise strong local focus and practical Denver insights.
Some critics say guests and coverage lean liberal and polarizing.

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‘Your City Could Be Better’: How One City Beat Restrictive Zoning — Presented By City Cast Denver
Q: What have you done in Downtown for All to address affordability and housing?
We increased the potential housing stock by reforming FAR rules and removing onerous amenity requirements, with a focus on deed-restricted affordable units and broader housing types while acknowledging costs and buildability constraints.
‘Your City Could Be Better’: How One City Beat Restrictive Zoning — Presented By City Cast Denver
Q: So Eli, what is zoning?
Zoning acts like a blanket over the city that constrains what can be built, including height, land coverage, and building types, shaping affordability and daily life.
Did BRT Construction Flood The Squire? Plus, Our Favorite New Local Businesses
Q: What are your thoughts on AI's impact on journalism?
Patty warns about AI-generated content and emphasizes rigorous verification and original sourcing, noting that AI should not replace traditional reporting and that journalists must maintain integrity and fact-checking.
Does Denver Need a ‘Slavery Acknowledgement’? Plus, Wildfire Smoke and Women’s World Cup Hopes
Q: What tweaks were discussed for the slavery acknowledgment and who needed to be included?
There was debate about whether to broaden the acknowledgment to include migrant workers or other groups, with some wanting to focus specifically on enslaved peoples, while others suggested separate acknowledgments for migrant workers.
Does Denver Need a ‘Slavery Acknowledgement’? Plus, Wildfire Smoke and Women’s World Cup Hopes
Q: What did the council pass or remove in the 4 a.m. proposal, and what were the concerns?
The council passed many licensing updates but removed the 4 a.m. closing time piece due to doubts about its effectiveness in reducing violence and concerns about citywide impact; the council discussed a limited pilot instead.

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Locally focused weekday news and culture coverage, blending civic issues, policy debates, dining trends, and city life. Episodes frequently feature city officials, reporters, and subject-matter experts who illuminate Denver's infrastructure, housing, safety, and public life, often paired with cultural notes and listener input. A standout is the mix of hard civic analysis with entertaining neighborhood color, plus sponsor segments that highlight local services and events. The format likely appeals to listeners who want actionable Denver-area context, practical tips for city life, and a sense of community through ongoing citywide conversations.

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Recent guests on City Cast Denver include:

1. Eli Sabin
2. Kati Cheshire
3. Taylor Lahey
4. Hope Henchey
5. Scott Keyes
6. Gary Hart
7. Alexandra Petri
8. Mike Johnston

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