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City Cast Portland

City Cast
Portland
Portland, United States
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City Cast Portland captures the one-of-a-kind creative spirit of this place and tackles who we are and where we’re going — from big deals, like equity and livability, to tiny delights, like the city's most wonderful doughnut. Host Claudia Meza is so over the notion that ‘Portland is over.’ On the show, she’ll revive your civic pride and stir you to help create local change — through conversations... more

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Recent Guests

Tina Kotek
Governor of Oregon (D)
Oregon Governor's Office
Episode: Why Gov. Tina Kotek Wants To Keep Her Job
Sharon Meieran
Former Multnomah County Commissioner, District 1
Multnomah County
Episode: Meet the 3 Candidates for Multnomah County Chair
Shannon Singleton
Current Multnomah County District 2 Commissioner
Multnomah County
Episode: Meet the 3 Candidates for Multnomah County Chair
Julia Brim-Edwards
Current Multnomah County District 3 Commissioner
Multnomah County
Episode: Meet the 3 Candidates for Multnomah County Chair
Nic Westendorf
Deputy Public Works Director, City of Tualatin
City of Tualatin
Episode: ‘Your City Could Be Better’: How One Oregon City is Lowering Energy Costs — Presented By City Cast Portland
Kellie Torres
External Affairs and Partnerships Manager for Portland Parks and Recreation; District 3 City Council candidate
Portland Parks and Recreation
Episode: Round 2: Why These 3 Portlanders Want To Represent District 3
Tom Sollitt
Background in communications, programming, and events; District 3 City Council candidate
Independent/Various prior roles
Episode: Round 2: Why These 3 Portlanders Want To Represent District 3
Tiffany Koyama Lane
Current District 3 City Councilor; panelist sharing perspectives
City of Portland
Episode: Round 2: Why These 3 Portlanders Want To Represent District 3
Steve Novick
Current District 3 City Councilor, advisor on privacy and governance
City Council
Episode: Round 1: Why These 3 Portlanders Want To Represent District 3

Hosts

Claudia Meza
Host of City Cast Portland; guiding conversation and reporting.
John Notarianni
Executive Producer; co-hosting and on-site reporting.

Reviews

4.6 out of 5 stars from 425 ratings
  • The city paper of podcasts

    I listen almost every morning while I’m getting ready for work. A cup of joe and Claudia and friends keeping me informed and entertained. They do a great job of summarizing local news, suggesting events and restaurants, and apparently having a pretty good time creating a daily podcast. Thanks y’all. It brightens my day.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    JonathanParadox
    United States6 months ago
  • Hard to find the news

    It is often difficult to separate the news from the commentary on the Friday News Roundup. I want to be a resident informed enough to feel connected and contribute to everyday conversation. An accusation of “white-liberal racism” on the February 6 edition is an obstacle to that goal.

    Apple Podcasts
    2
    DBL wants to leave a review
    United States8 months ago
  • Thank you!

    Thank you for using your platform to ask Sen Wyden about his continued arms support to Israel. The safety of Jewish people in Israel cannot exist without the safety of the Palestinians, so to me his answer was empty. He is also responsible for this genocide and we'll never forget.

    Apple Podcasts
    4
    Topaz O
    United Statesa year ago
  • My intro to Portland!

    As a recent east coast transplant, City Cast PDX has been my daily go-to for coming up to speed on all things Portland. Love the unserious expertise this show brings to each episode. Keep it up!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    ccorry21
    United Statesa year ago
  • Informative and Fun!

    CM’s manner and energy get me to this podcast each day.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Símon B
    United Statesa year ago

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Fans highlight strong hosts, smart guests, and practical local insights that help residents engage with Portland.

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#77
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Apple Podcasts
#141
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Apple Podcasts
#222
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Apple Podcasts
#237
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Why Gov. Tina Kotek Wants To Keep Her Job
Q: What would you say is your top priority for the second term?
The four top priorities are making Oregon more affordable to live, creating better jobs with benefits, ensuring strong education outcomes, and defending Oregon's natural environment and way of life.
Why Gov. Tina Kotek Wants To Keep Her Job
Q: What is at stake in this race?
Governance entails decisions impacting a large state workforce, local government partnerships, and policies that affect everyday life; the governor argues her leadership will defend Oregon's progress on housing, education, and public safety while countering national headwinds.
Round 2: Why These 3 Portlanders Want To Represent District 3
Q: Should Portland Police Bureau increase its budget to hire more police officers?
Tiffany answered No, while Kellie answered Yes and Tom answered No, reflecting differing views on how to balance staffing with accountability and community safety.
Round 2: Why These 3 Portlanders Want To Represent District 3
Q: There is a proposal coming before council to reduce the fuel storage at the Critical Energy Infrastructure (CEI) hub by 20 percent over the next 10 years. How would you vote yes or no?
Tiffany answered Yes, indicating support for the proposal.
What City Councilors Spent Their Office Budgets On, More River Pig Saloon Drama, and Portland’s Pettiest Gripes
Q: Is there evidence of misuse or ethical concerns in these spending patterns?
While the spending included charitable gifts and community investments, there are reminders of larger questions about transparency, potential unlawful claims in related cases, and the need for amendments to prevent funds from being diverted away from intended purposes, leaving the issue in a grey area awaiting further clarity.

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Frequently Asked Questions About City Cast Portland

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

This show focuses on local Portland life, news, culture, and policy with a mix of sharp civic analysis, practical guides, and lighthearted banter. Episodes commonly blend reporting on city governance, development, and public services with community-sourced tips, restaurant and events coverage, and deep dives into timely issues like housing, wildfire risk, and urban livability. A standout is the consistent, approachable conversation style that pairs reporters, local experts, and regular contributors to translate complex topics into accessible, actionable takeaways for residents and stakeholders. The format often features timely policy discussions, neighborhood storytelling, and practical guidance for city living, making it a strong fit for l... more

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Recent guests on City Cast Portland include:

1. Tina Kotek
2. Sharon Meieran
3. Shannon Singleton
4. Julia Brim-Edwards
5. Nic Westendorf
6. Kellie Torres
7. Tom Sollitt
8. Tiffany Koyama Lane

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