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City Cast Las Vegas

City Cast
Las Vegas
Las Vegas, United States
Nevada
Las Vegas Strip
Data Centers
Vegas Loop
Housing Affordability
UNLV
Arts District
Clark County School District
Raiders
Elvis Presley
Clark County
Michelin Guide
Tupac Shakur
Harry Reid
Colorado River
Affordable Housing
NV Energy
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City Cast Las Vegas is an an award-winning daily podcast and newsletter created by and for locals (and locals-at-heart) that’ll challenge the easy narratives about our city … and, okay, maybe confirm a few of them, too. Join us every weekday morning for the messy, delightful, complicated conversations that Las Vegans are having: You’ll hear us ask hard questions about where we’ll get our water wh... more

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Latest Episodes

President Trump signed an executive order to establish a U.S. Space Force Academy, which got us thinking: would Nevada be a good fit? The Las Vegas City Council is encouraging locals to get their sweat on outside after approving eight new free outdoo... more

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The Retail Association of Nevada just flipped its endorsement from Gov. Joe Lombardo to Democratic challenger Aaron Ford, but do endorsements actually move the needle in races like this? A new report on the CCSD Police Department's use of force raise... more

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The Nevada National Security Site is now a testing ground for microreactors, which got us wondering if Nevada is ready for another atomic age. The Nevada Department of Transportation has its sights set on developing 31,000 acres between Sloan and Jea... more

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The LVCVA says Las Vegas is feeling the effects of the K-shaped economy, so we dig into whether catering to wealthy visitors is a sustainable long-term strategy for a city that built its reputation on being an escape for everyone. We also dive into C... more

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Recent Guests

Dayvid Figler
Criminal defense attorney and writer
Episode: Split Over the Arts District's Future, a Move to Ban Flock Cameras, and Why the Raiders Are Different Now
Alex Quagge
Candidate for Clark County District Court Judge, Department 29
Committee to Elect Alex Quagge
Episode: Is Henderson Reinventing Itself? Plus, Omakase in a Shopping Mall, and Why Vegas Loves the Aces
Mariah Janos
Fox 5 sports reporter
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Episode: The Ins and Outs of Being a Sports Fan in Vegas
Rachel Iacovone
Host of City Cast Nashville
City Cast Nashville
Episode: ‘Your City Could Be Better’: How Nashville Is Beating Flock — Presented By City Cast Las Vegas
Sam Cherry
Executive/owner at Cherry Development, behind Share Downtown
Cherry Development
Episode: Can the Arts District Band Together? Plus, a New Data Center Fear Unlocked
Yvette Fernandez
NPR regional reporter in the Mountain West News Bureau
NPR / Mountain West
Episode: Trump's Budget Cuts Threaten Nevada's Outdoors, CCSD Using Flock Cameras, and Our Favorite Pastries in Las Vegas
Pete Christiansen
Founding partner and lead trial attorney at Christiansen Trial Lawyers
Christiansen Trial Lawyers
Episode: Why a Confession May Not Be Enough In the Tupac Murder Trial
Claudia Meza
Host of City Cast Portland, guest on this episode
City Cast Portland
Episode: ‘Your City Could Be Better’: How Portland Made Its River Cool — Presented By City Cast Las Vegas
April Corbin Girnus
Deputy Editor, Nevada Current
Nevada Current
Episode: Lawmakers Silent on Energy Rate Change, Nevada's Illegal U.S. Attorney, and Good News Friday

Hosts

Jesse Merrick
Host of City Cast Las Vegas
David Plotz
Host of the show, City Cast Las Vegas advisor

Reviews

4.6 out of 5 stars from 235 ratings
  • New host

    I wanted to give the new host a chance but he says “and stuff like that” or “and things like that” after every other declarative statement and it makes him sound like he doesn’t know what he’s talking about. Unfortunately more often than not this makes it mostly unlistenable for me.

    Apple Podcasts
    3
    Blahrachelwhatever
    United States2 months ago
  • No longer updating on Apple

    I used to really enjoy this podcast, but they apparently aren’t publishing to Apple anymore. Hope they come back!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    yenooc2
    United Statesa year ago
  • What Las Vegas is Talking About

    The tagline for this podcast is spot on. I love the varied topics and discussions, from public policy to entertainment, history and future thinking. The team do an amazing job at interviewing and researching. A+ programming.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Scot Rutledge
    United Statesa year ago
  • Good podcast, annoying marketing

    The hosts are great and the content is *usually* okay. My complaint is every day they push a “bonus” episode, which auto downloads, that is actually another podcast completely unrelated to Vegas. I’m sure they get money or something for it, but SUPER annoying.

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    KG8992
    United States2 years ago
  • Great podcast - Dayvid is Incredible!

    Love listening to this podcast. I always take notes! Podcast keeps me connected to our amazing city from restaurants to parks to politics. This show has it all!!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Keen98652
    United States2 years ago

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Listeners often praise the hosts' chemistry and city-loving approach.
The show balances policy with culture and local life.
Guests bring strong local expertise and cross-city perspectives.

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#152
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#171
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#246
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An A/C Crisis in Las Vegas, Nevada Beats Kalshi in Court, and What is a Super El Niño?
Q: What's the latest on the Kalshi battle?
The Ninth Circuit ruled Kalshi's sports events contracts count as sports betting in that circuit, effectively banning them under state gaming laws, while other circuits have treated them as swaps. The issue is headed to the Supreme Court due to a circuit split, with states like Nevada pushing back to regulate these markets like traditional gambling.
‘Your City Could Be Better’: How Nashville Is Beating Flock — Presented By City Cast Las Vegas
Q: What can listeners in other cities take away from this conversation to improve their own cities?
Active civic engagement matters greatly—attending meetings, voicing concerns online, and leveraging local networks to connect with elected officials can shape policy, especially in communities with tight social ties and low barriers to influence.
‘Your City Could Be Better’: How Nashville Is Beating Flock — Presented By City Cast Las Vegas
Q: Why do you think the public and the politicians have shifted in their stance on these tools?
Public opposition has grown as concerns about facial recognition, data access, and potential misuse come to the fore, especially after cases of police overreach and broader debates about civil liberties; the leadership's stance appears to reflect this evolving public sentiment rather than a purely technocratic preference.
‘Your City Could Be Better’: How Nashville Is Beating Flock — Presented By City Cast Las Vegas
Q: Start off by telling us what kind of proposals or technology Nashville's leaders have turned down recently.
The Metro Council rejected the installation of 15 new police surveillance cameras downtown as part of a five-year plan funded by a state grant, and earlier they had declined a contract with suppliers like Axon and Fuses, signaling a cautious, regulation-first approach to surveillance tech.
‘Your City Could Be Better’: How Portland Made Its River Cool — Presented By City Cast Las Vegas
Q: How did the partnership with City agencies change the river project?
Seeing each other as partners—City Hall, Parks and Rec, and community groups—enabled practical progress, from building beaches and docks to removing obstacles like the freeway, creating a sustainable path to a swimmable river.

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Frequently Asked Questions About City Cast Las Vegas

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

City Cast Las Vegas delivers daily, city-focused conversations that mix policy, local culture, food, and neighborhood life with a practical, community-driven bent. Episodes commonly explore housing and affordability, local governance, public safety, and emerging Las Vegas dining and entertainment scenes, often featuring cross-city or local-issue guests to broaden perspectives. Highlights include balanced debates, actionable tips for residents, and timely coverage of Nevada policy, civic life, and culture, all delivered in an accessible, upbeat format. A notable edge is the show's explicit emphasis on loving the city while holding it accountable, plus regular promos for membership perks and local partnerships that deepen listener involvement... more

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1. Vegas Revealed
2. Eat. Talk. Repeat.
3. Gambling Podcast: You Can Bet on That
4. Food and Loathing | Covering the Las Vegas Food Scene
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1. Dayvid Figler
2. Alex Quagge
3. Mariah Janos
4. Rachel Iacovone
5. Sam Cherry
6. Yvette Fernandez
7. Pete Christiansen
8. Claudia Meza

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