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City Cast Salt Lake

City Cast
Salt Lake City
Utah
Great Salt Lake
Utah Legislature
Homelessness
Sundance Film Festival
Data Centers
Skiing
ICE
Affordable Housing
Housing
Republican Party
Democratic Party
Mental Health
Nuclear Energy
Salt Lake County
Salt Lake City Police Department
Park City
Ice Detention Center
People's Freedom Party

City Cast Salt Lake is SLC’s daily news podcast. Join host Ali Vallarta and a bevy of smart and entertaining locals for conversations about the issues that matter most. City Cast Salt Lake will celebrate the city’s triumphs, explore its history, (try to) solve its mysteries, and it’ll help you feel more connected to the Wasatch Front – whether you’ve lived here for six months or six generations. L... more

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Latest Episodes

Why are Utahns having fewer kids? Host Ali Vallarta and City Cast Salt Lake contributor Kate Groetzinger unpack The New York Times’ deep dive into Utah’s falling fertility rate. Plus, another dangerous heat wave is headed our way, where to cool off a... more

The 9th and 9th Whale is a Salt Lake icon, but it wasn’t always popular. Host Ali Vallarta and executive producer Emily Means dive into the whale’s lore and talk about what’s next for the sculpture.

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It’s not a given that every Salt Laker will chip in to help their community. In this episode, City Cast CEO David Plotz talks with writer Taylor Lahey about how functional incentives could be the missing link in traditional systems of donations and v... more

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Can Cafe Rio be restored to its former glory? Host Ali Vallarta, newsletter editor Terina Ria, and City Cast Salt Lake contributor Molly Miloscia talk about the new menu item that's a love letter (or apology) to Utahns. Plus, Salt Lake homes cost mor... more

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Recent Guests

Rocky Donati
Co-founder of the Maven District
Maven District
Episode: What’s Making 900 South Unstoppable
Hope Henchey
Video creator about cities, resident of Chattanooga, Tennessee
Chattanooga Urbanist Society
Episode: ‘Your City Could Be Better’: Why Are Chattanoogans ‘Doing It Their Damn Selves’? — Presented By City Cast Salt Lake
Ocean Candler
Sex education professional who works with schools (Colorado) and grew up in Utah
Colorado schools (sex education programming)
Episode: What’s Good Sex Ed in Utah?
Jennifer Napier-Pearce
New City Council member, District 4; former editor of the Salt Lake Tribune; former governor Cox spokesperson; chief of staff for the Eccles Foundation
Salt Lake City Council (District 4); Eccles Foundation
Episode: The One Thing SLC’s New Council Member Wants From Gov. Cox
Ellen Eiriksson
Citizen Science Manager at the Natural History Museum of Utah
Natural History Museum of Utah
Episode: Are the Squirrels Good for the City?
Addy Baird
Astrologer and politics reporter
Salt Lake Tribune
Episode: Charlie Kirk Hearing Starts Today, and Salt Lake Astrology
Alexandra Petri
Humor columnist, author of a book of fake US history
The Atlantic
Episode: 'Your City Could Be Better': The Ultimate USA Trivia Battle. How Much Do You Know? — Presented By City Cast Salt Lake
David Plotz
CEO of City Cast (episode guest)
City Cast
Episode: Your Guide to July 2026 in Salt Lake
(no additional guests identified)
Episode: Utah Is on Fire. Here’s What To Know.

Hosts

Ali Vallarta
Host of City Cast Salt Lake; engages in local issues with a civic-news focus
Emily Means
Host/Executive Producer with a focus on in-depth local reporting and segment hosting

Reviews

4.8 out of 5 stars from 577 ratings
  • Hard-hitting and smart while being pleasant and entertaining

    This podcast gives a great overview of the current issues facing Salt Lake City, as well as all of the events and happenings of the week. I’m not usually a local news guy — I don’t like being pumped up with irrational fear. That’s not what this podcast is about. It takes an optimistic, rational, progressive viewpoint and makes a concerted effort to give listeners the tools and knowledge to participate in the community in an informed manner. The interviews are excellent and the host is a seasone... more

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    dmatamales
    United States10 months ago
  • Local flavor

    Love having a local news source in podcast form. Wish they didn’t also push other random podcasts on the feed.

    Apple Podcasts
    4
    Rdood
    United Statesa year ago
  • Informative and helpful

    Great show, taught me a lot of great resources about my new city. Love the restaurant, bar, and shopping recommendations in particular. Accessible hosts that are fun to listen to and have great takes. Knocked a star off for all the spam oprah podcast “features” (seriously, it feels like oprah pops up in my podcast queue every week cuz of this show).

    Apple Podcasts
    4
    Noahlips
    United Statesa year ago
  • Far-left nonsense

    They’ve got some good local commentary when it happens to be a non-political issue, but for the most part they are pushing the extremist religion of leftism.

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    Alijah Simon
    United Statesa year ago
  • So pleasant, careful with the pushiness though

    I like this podcast. Ali does a great job and it’s fun to hear her chat with Emily. That being said, I understand you need members, but four separate membership pushes in a single episode is just too much. You have paid advertisers and other funding, so give people a break from the pushy pushes. Especially in this economy.

    Apple Podcasts
    3
    wka940
    United Statesa year ago

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Shows range from hard news to culture, though some listeners want fewer ad/promo breaks
Local focus is strong and practical for newcomers and long-time residents alike
Listeners appreciate city-specific insights and actionable takeaways
Hosts are engaging and push for answers without causing friction
Some episodes are perceived as left-leaning by a portion of listeners

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The One Thing SLC’s New Council Member Wants From Gov. Cox
Q: What one thing would you ask the state to do for Salt Lake City?
Free public transit to remove barriers and make it easier for residents and visitors to move around the city, especially around the Olympics timeframe.
The One Thing SLC’s New Council Member Wants From Gov. Cox
Q: What about the balance between your day job with the Eccles Foundation and council duties?
I have two hats, and I will abstain on matters where the foundation gift directly affects city issues; I'm learning to navigate the ethical boundaries and ensure separation where needed.
Charlie Kirk Hearing Takeaways, Utah Liquor Trends, 801 Day Is Back!
Q: How can someone become a Tasker and what should they know before joining?
Go to taskrabbit.com or download the app, meet minimum age and skill requirements, select appropriate categories, and complete identity verification and background checks; Taskrabbit handles matchmaking and logistics.
Charlie Kirk Hearing Takeaways, Utah Liquor Trends, 801 Day Is Back!
Q: What are the go-to tasks for people in Salt Lake City on Taskrabbit data?
Furniture assembly and TV mounting are the top tasks, followed by cleaning and moving help; the platform serves Salt Lake City and surrounding areas with a focus on local home services.
‘Your City Could Be Better’: Does Salt Lake City Have a ‘Perfect’ Airport? — Presented By City Cast Salt Lake
Q: Are there particular cities where it is easier to get cheap flights and why?
Yes, the level of airline competition matters more than distance or city size; markets with more competition tend to have cheaper flights, while monopolies or dominant carriers can push prices up.

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City Cast Salt Lake delivers daily local news with a civic-leaning, conversation-driven format. Episodes tackle Salt Lake City–area politics, urban planning, infrastructure projects, culture, and community events, often pairing reporters and experts with occasional high-profile guests to unpack complex local issues. The show stands out for its mix of hard-hitting analysis and accessible, community-oriented storytelling, plus periodic cross-city segments and culture-focused features that keep the coverage rooted in practical impacts for residents. Potential listeners can expect timely context on governance, public input, and local initiatives, with a clear emphasis on enabling informed participation in civic life.

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Recent guests on City Cast Salt Lake include:

1. Rocky Donati
2. Hope Henchey
3. Ocean Candler
4. Jennifer Napier-Pearce
5. Ellen Eiriksson
6. Addy Baird
7. Alexandra Petri
8. David Plotz

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