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City Cast Denver

City Cast
Denver
Colorado
Data Centers
Denver, United States
RTD
ICE
Jared Polis
Casa Bonita
Homelessness
Housing
Phil Weiser
Cannabis
Underground Music Showcase
Clyfford Still Museum
Governor Jared Polis
Melat Kiros
Aurora
Diana Degette
Denver City Council
Artificial Intelligence

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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Summer is lingering and there’s still plenty of time to enjoy all that the Mile High City has to offer. So, how do you squeeze the last moments out of these warm days and nights? Our green chile correspondent Justine Sandoval, who happens to also be ... more

How can Denver solve the housing affordability problem? A new poll from the Southwest Energy Efficiency Project and Housing Forward Colorado says more than 60% of Denverites think higher density in their neighborhoods (like more duplexes, triplexes, ... more

The Denver airport definitely has a lot going for it, but what it doesn’t have is its own electrical grid, like Pittsburgh’s does. For the past few years, Pittsburgh International Airport has been generating on-site electricity, more than it needs ev... more

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This week Denver DSA officially endorsed current District 8 council member Shontel Lewis for mayor – a race voters won’t be deciding until next April. A new poll shows Lewis is far from a household name – is DSA making a big bet early in the season? ... more

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Recent Guests

Robert Kenney
President of Xcel Energy Colorado
Xcel Energy Colorado
Episode: Will You Be Paying the Bill For Data Centers? Xcel Energy Has a Plan
Lauren Howe
Program Supervisor for Healthy Food for Denver's Kids
Healthy Food for Denver's Kids
Episode: Is Denver Done With ADUs? Plus, AI Slop is Spreading and Expired Tags Beware!
Daisy Fodness-McGowan
Oversight of RiNo Art District, former community organizer
RiNo Art District
Episode: What Does RiNo’s Next Chapter Look Like?
Wayne Watts
Local artist joining for the discussion
Denver music scene
Episode: The Best Songs that Sound Like Denver
Max Shulman
Artistic Director of Theatreworks at the EnT Center for the Arts
Theatreworks (Colorado Springs)
Episode: Breaking Down the Public Health Fight Over Aurora's ICE Facility. Plus, Crocs' New Tax Haven and Chipotle in Mexico
Bianca Martin
City Cast Madison host, introduced as a guest on the episode
City Cast Madison
Episode: ‘Your City Could Be Better’: A Madison Landfill That’s A Smart Business Move — Presented By City Cast Denver
Alex Valdez
Colorado state representative, House District 5
Colorado General Assembly
Episode: Debating Data Centers and Tipped Wages, Boosting EVs, and More Reflections on a Denver Lawmaker's Time in Office
Joshua Rosenblum
Regular listener who started a petition to convert the stadium area into a park
Community member
Episode: What to Do With an Empty Stadium? Plus, First Fridays and Homie the Clown
Bridget Todd
City Cast DC host
City Cast DC
Episode: ‘Your City Could Be Better’: Naked Neighbors, Unwelcome Pets, and Other City Life Dilemmas — Presented By City Cast Denver

Hosts

Bree Davies
Host in Denver focusing on civic life, local news, and culture.
Olivia Jewell Love
Host with a focus on Denver news, culture, and community stories.
Adrian Felix
Guest host and contributor, involved in Polis-related discussions and city issues.

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
    3
    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
    7 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

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    My neighbors are all unhoused
    United States7 months ago
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    Rita
    8 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

Listeners Say

Key themes from listener reviews, highlighting what works and what could be improved about the show.

Some critics feel the show leans heavily liberal and desire more balance across viewpoints.
Listeners value actionable local recommendations and civic engagement context.
Audience notes variable opinions on guest selection and pacing, but many praise the informative city coverage and community voice.
Ad integrations and sponsor reads are a mixed signal for some subscribers.
Listeners appreciate the strong focus on Denver's local issues and culture.

Chart Rankings

How this podcast ranks in the Apple Podcasts, Spotify and YouTube charts.

Apple Podcasts
#90
United States/News/Daily News
Apple Podcasts
#100
Colombia/News/Daily News
Apple Podcasts
#210
Russia/News/Daily News

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Is Denver Done With ADUs? Plus, AI Slop is Spreading and Expired Tags Beware!
Q: What has the initiative delivered since it began in 2019?
The program has funded meals, snacks, grocery boxes, connections to federal programs, and hands-on learning, distributing tens of millions of pounds of food and serving hundreds of thousands of families annually.
Is Denver Done With ADUs? Plus, AI Slop is Spreading and Expired Tags Beware!
Q: What does food insecurity look like in Denver today, especially with rising living costs?
Data shows about 1 in 3 Denverites, around 35%, have cut meals due to money constraints, underscoring a widespread issue that affects children and families and is worsened by inflation.
Is Denver Done With ADUs? Plus, AI Slop is Spreading and Expired Tags Beware!
Q: So Lauren, tell us what Healthy Food for Denver's Kids is about and how it came to exist?
It's about ensuring no child learns on an empty stomach by funding healthy food access and hands-on education through grants to nonprofits, schools, and city agencies, built from 2018 voter support and designed to reduce hunger while building lifelong healthy habits.
The Best Songs that Sound Like Denver
Q: John, let's start with one of your picks. Do you want to tell us what it is, and then Olivia can play a little clip of it?
John chose Denver by Willie Nelson, highlighting how it directly speaks to Denver and stands out among Colorado songs as iconic and personal for many listeners.
‘Your City Could Be Better’: How Portland Made Its River Cool — Presented By City Cast Denver
Q: What can listeners in other cities take away from this conversation to make their own city better?
The key takeaway is to frame river or park projects as partnerships—start with appreciating health and safety, then actively pursue collaboration with city agencies, communities, and advocates. Visibility and media coverage help normalize the idea, while concrete steps like creating safe beaches or docks build public trust and participation.

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Frequently Asked Questions About City Cast Denver

What is City Cast Denver about and what kind of topics does it cover?

A fast-paced weekday local-news and culture show that blends policy briefings with city life, food, arts, and neighborhood happenings. Episodes frequently feature discussions with city officials, industry and community guests, and on-the-ground perspectives from Denver residents, with recurring segments on housing, transportation, and local events. The show often intersperses sponsored reads and community notes, and it leans into energetic, city-centric conversations that aim to both inform and entertain locals who want to stay in the loop on Denver's evolving landscape. Notable and recurring strengths include strong local context, diverse guest perspectives from government, media, arts, and technology, and a willingness to cover a broad mi... more

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1. Colorado Matters
2. Colorado Today
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4. The Daily
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Recent guests on City Cast Denver include:

1. Robert Kenney
2. Lauren Howe
3. Daisy Fodness-McGowan
4. Wayne Watts
5. Max Shulman
6. Bianca Martin
7. Alex Valdez
8. Joshua Rosenblum

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