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The daily podcast for food, culture, news, and nature in the sweaty Bayou City. Join host Raheel Ramzanali and the City Cast Houston team every weekday morning as we celebrate and interrogate this sprawling place with our favorite journalists, thinkers, leaders, neighbors, and gadflies. Learn more and subscribe to our daily morning newsletter at houston.citycast.fm.

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It’s National Seafood Month and Houston has so many delicious seafood spots to try … so, where should you go first? Host Raheel Ramzanali is bringing on Raz Halili, owner of Fish Company Taco and Pier 6 Seafood and Oyster House, to get his recommenda... more

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Raz Halili
Oyster prince of Texas and owner of Pier 6 Seafood and Fish Company Taco
Pier 6 Seafood and Fish Company Taco
Episode: Shrimp, Oysters, and More of Houston’s Best Seafood
Tannistha Sinha
Covers politics for The Defender
The Defender
Episode: How Worried Should Houstonians Be About the 18th Congressional District’s Future?
Nneka Kanu
Blogger, attorney, and proud Nigerian
Episode: Where To Go for Nigerian Food in H-Town
Hany Khalil
Executive Director of the Texas Gulf Coast Area Labor Federation
Texas Gulf Coast Area Labor Federation
Episode: Houston’s High-Paying Jobs That Don’t Need Degrees
Dr. Melanie Johnson
CEO of Collaborative for Children
Collaborative for Children
Episode: The Hidden Crisis Costing Houston Billions
Samantha Ketterer
Covers higher education at the Houston Chronicle.
Houston Chronicle
Episode: School Cellphone Ban, Freedom of Speech Policies, and Other New State Education Laws
Jaden Edison
Reports on K-12 education for the Texas Tribune.
Texas Tribune
Episode: School Cellphone Ban, Freedom of Speech Policies, and Other New State Education Laws
Brandon Hinman
Creative Director at Switchyards
Switchyards
Episode: Our Ultimate Houston Bucket List
Rebecca Schuetz
Housing reporter at the Houston Chronicle
Houston Chronicle
Episode: Houston’s Poverty Tops Nation, Galleria Bans Famous Influencer, & Lovebugs

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Raheel Ramzanali
Host of City Cast Houston, known for bringing positive energy and insightful commentary to discussions about Houston's culture and local matters.

Reviews

4.6 out of 5 stars from 301 ratings
  • Isn’t the problem there is no consequence

    One could argue more security to watch for breakins but if same person is let out same day and is back doing same thing. Doesn’t seem like putting an officer in the field alone will solve this.

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    1
    Rdswinford
    United States3 months ago
  • Morning Drives to work

    Listen every morning drive to work and much more in tune with the city for weekend plans. Houston ain’t so bad!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Say_wani
    United States4 months ago
  • Ad factory

    WARNING: This podcast will spam your feed with near daily ads for other podcasts. If you have notifications on, you’ll get ones pretending the podcast has released a new episode, but really it’s an ad for another, completely unrelated podcast.

    Apple Podcasts
    2
    Jhujg
    United States7 months ago
  • Good newscast, great people

    Occasionally a bit too carbrained and suburb-pilled, but a lovely reimagining of daily local news.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    JohnG4
    United States10 months ago
  • Spammy Feed

    About a month ago City Cast started including a second ‘you might also like’ episode of a different podcast in the daily feed. To me, this is equal to email spam. I’m okay with ads in episodes of free podcasts because I chose to subscribe but to include a second unwanted podcast in the feed is annoying. Sometimes the second podcast is in the feed twice in a day… will come through in the morning with the City Cast podcast episode and again in the afternoon. A shame.

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    Woodlands Rezy
    United Statesa year ago

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Listeners appreciate the informative discussions and local insights pertinent to Houston's culture, with many highlighting the hosts' enthusiastic and engaging presentation.
Overall, there is considerable praise for the hosts' demeanor and the variety of topics covered, making it a beloved source of information for many Houstonians.
Some listeners express frustration with the increased promotional content, arguing that it detracts from the focus on local news.

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Shrimp, Oysters, and More of Houston’s Best Seafood
Q: Where are you recommending our listeners go for some oysters?
I recommend my restaurant, Pier 6, especially for the hot blooded oysters done over the wood grill.
Shrimp, Oysters, and More of Houston’s Best Seafood
Q: What is your favorite way to eat oysters?
My favorite way year-round is char-grilled over wood with different types of herb butters and cheeses.
Shrimp, Oysters, and More of Houston’s Best Seafood
Q: How would you describe the work it takes to harvest oysters in the Gulf?
It's rugged work that involves battling the elements of Mother Nature to ensure the oysters are ready for restaurants.
The Hidden Crisis Costing Houston Billions
Q: Is there a piece of advice that you could give to any caregiver when it comes to toddlers that could help them set those toddlers up for success?
Focus on foundational skills such as directionality and fine motor skills, which are crucial for a strong future workforce.
The Hidden Crisis Costing Houston Billions
Q: So tell me, what's the need in Harris County right now when it comes to childcare and early education?
The biggest crisis is access to childcare centers with trained teachers and the availability of vacancies for families.

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

The content focuses heavily on the dynamic cultural, culinary, and social landscape of Houston. Episodes frequently explore topics such as local events, trends in food (especially tacos and Caribbean cuisine), and community engagement through discussions about urban design and public spaces. The hosts engage with local experts and community figures, bringing insights on pressing issues like gun culture, political events, and evolving neighborhood identities. This podcast likely stands out for its mix of serious discourse with lighthearted community-driven content, making it appealing to both residents and visitors eager to understand Houston's unique character.

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City Cast Houston launched 4 years ago and published 968 episodes to date. You can find more information about this podcast including rankings, audience demographics and engagement in our podcast database.

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Recent guests on City Cast Houston include:

1. Raz Halili
2. Tannistha Sinha
3. Nneka Kanu
4. Hany Khalil
5. Dr. Melanie Johnson
6. Samantha Ketterer
7. Jaden Edison
8. Brandon Hinman

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