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City Cast Las Vegas

City Cast
Las Vegas
Las Vegas, United States
Nevada
Las Vegas Strip
Las Vegas Dining Scene
Arts District
Vegas Loop
Clark County
Energy Of Local Restaurants
Housing Affordability
Joe Lombardo
Affordable Housing
Las Vegas Housing Market
Michelin Guide
Modern Cuisine
Elvis Presley
BTS
UNLV
Clark County School District
Bingo

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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Thirty years after Tupac Shakur was shot and killed on the Las Vegas Strip, the trial of the man accused of orchestrating his murder is finally underway. Duane "Keffe D" Davis essentially talked himself into a Las Vegas courtroom, and now prosecutors... more

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How often are you out in nature in Las Vegas? 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 an... more

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NV Energy's controversial daily demand charge is set to go into effect Jan. 1, and when state lawmakers had a chance to advance a bill to stop it, seven colleagues responded with complete silence. Then, a federal appeals court just ruled that Nevada'... more

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A fire tore through two beloved Arts District businesses this week. We dig into what Raw Remedies and Analog Dope mean to the Arts District and how you can help them get back on their feet. Then, we get into the debate on AI regulation after an inves... more

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Recent Guests

Holly Erker
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Episode: Does Clark County Have Its Legislative Priorities Straight? Plus, Food Insecurity in Las Vegas Gets Worse
Vogue Robinson
Artist appearing on the episode to discuss the Tupac trial
Episode: Is Construction Killing the Arts District? Plus, the Tupac Murder Trial Begins and Searchlight's Underrated Library
Bridget Todd
Host of City Cast DC
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Episode: ‘Your City Could Be Better’: Naked Neighbors, Unwelcome Pets, and Other City Life Dilemmas — Presented By City Cast Las Vegas
Rob Kachelriess
Newsletter editor, City Cast Las Vegas
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Episode: A Mid-Year Review of Vegas' Best New Restaurants
Eli Sabin
Alder in New Haven, Connecticut; proponent of Downtown for All zoning reform
City of New Haven (Board of Alders)
Episode: ‘Your City Could Be Better’: How One City Beat Restrictive Zoning — Presented By City Cast Las Vegas
Melinda Sheckells
Keep It Local editor, local culture writer
City Cast Las Vegas / Keep It Local
Episode: Your Guide to August 2026 in Las Vegas
Jonah Gibbs
Bartender collaborator from Petit Bohème
Bar Bohem / James Trees empire
Episode: What Should Be the Official Cocktail of Las Vegas?
Jen (Jennifer Yim)
Bartender presenting an elevated Vegas Bomb
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Episode: What Should Be the Official Cocktail of Las Vegas?
Taylor Lahey
Author and community organizer focused on urban philanthropy and civic engagement
Santa Cruz community initiatives
Episode: ‘Your City Could Be Better’: The Trick to Getting People To Volunteer — Presented By City Cast Las Vegas

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 234 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 Statesa year 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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#147
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#171
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#196
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Does Clark County Have Its Legislative Priorities Straight? Plus, Food Insecurity in Las Vegas Gets Worse
Q: What are the two biggest priorities Clark County has identified besides the administrative items?
The two major priorities are transparency on utility fees charged by landlords and the regulation and enforcement around mobile billboards on the Strip, with additional niche items on death certificate signing and probate administration.
Does Clark County Have Its Legislative Priorities Straight? Plus, Food Insecurity in Las Vegas Gets Worse
Q: April, why are they looking so far ahead at 2027 in Clark County?
The next legislative session is six months away, which in politics can feel long but in terms of drafting and passing bills is actually a tight timeline; staff sizes are small, so priorities are set early to maximize impact and efficiency, focusing on issues that are likely to gain traction.
‘Your City Could Be Better’: How One City Beat Restrictive Zoning — Presented By City Cast Las Vegas
Q: So how do you foresee continuing to work on these issues if you are in the state house?
The state government can push communities to address the housing crisis more proactively, expanding funding and policy tools beyond what a single city can do, while continuing to support local zoning reforms.
‘Your City Could Be Better’: The Trick to Getting People To Volunteer — Presented By City Cast Las Vegas
Q: What can listeners in other cities take away to make their own city better?
The guest emphasizes viewing community exchanges as a practical tool—a structured way to turn everyday acts of service into organized, measurable outcomes. The key takeaway is to adapt the model to local culture and needs, starting with small, doable exchanges that connect residents to each other and to local nonprofits, then scaling through festivals or larger events as trust and participation grow.
‘Your City Could Be Better’: The Trick to Getting People To Volunteer — Presented By City Cast Las Vegas
Q: How do you incentivize people to improve their community and help their neighbors?
Taylor explains that incentives like ride passes, local currency-like tokens, and access to services create tangible value for volunteers, while combining with social motivation and visible impact helps attract a broader pool of participants. The system benefits from pairing rewards with meaningful activities (like cleaning up litter or moving bikes) and ensuring there are mechanics, organizers, and donation sources to sustain the effort.

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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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City Cast Las Vegas launched 4 years ago and published 1095 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 Las Vegas include:

1. Holly Erker
2. Vogue Robinson
3. Bridget Todd
4. Rob Kachelriess
5. Eli Sabin
6. Melinda Sheckells
7. Jonah Gibbs
8. Jen (Jennifer Yim)

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