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City Cast Salt Lake

City Cast
Salt Lake City
University Of Utah
Living Traditions Festival
Kilby Block Party
Mother's Day
Deer Valley Outdoor Symphony
Lauren Boebert
Diversity Initiatives
Utah School Lunch Debt
Food Insecurity
Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion
Public Spaces
Utah
South Salt Lake Mural Fest
Salt Lake City Council
Homelessness
Violent Protest
Sundance Film Festival
Johnson V. Grants Pass
Switchpoint

City Cast Salt Lake is Salt Lake City’s daily news podcast. Host Ali Vallarta and a bevy of smart and entertaining locals will bring you conversations about the issues that matter most to SLC. Some days City Cast will make you proud; other days it’ll make you angry. It will celebrate Salt Lake’s triumphs, (try to) solve its mysteries, and explore its history. City Cast will help you feel more conn... more

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Latest Episodes

It was a big week for Salt Lake City Mayor Erin Mendenhall, from making national headlines over new pride flags to releasing her proposed $512 million budget. Host Ali Vallarta and executive producer Emily Means break down the highlights and lowlight... more

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Introducing Jane Goodall on Hope, AI, and the Natural World from Possible.

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What would it look like to keep all living creatures in the loop on the development of new technology?

Reid sat down for a wide-ranging solo disc... more

It’s patio season! Deck enthusiast Diana Martinez joins host Ali Vallarta to count down the best bars, restaurants, and cafes for working remotely in the sun, happy hour, or a long brunch.

Get more from City Cast Salt Lake when you become a City Cas... more

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Introducing Bobby Bones: “Tenacity is a talent.” from Math & Magic: Stories from the Frontiers of Marketing with Bob Pittman.

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Bobby Bones has been called “the m... more

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Recent Guests

Diana Martinez
Salt Laker with a love for patio dining
Episode: Salt Lake Patios for This Gorgeous Weather
Stephanie Burdick
Consumer Representative on Utah's Medicaid Advisory Committee
Utah's Medicaid Advisory Committee
Episode: Need Medicaid? Utah Wants You To Apply for 48 Jobs.
Kerry Washington
Inspiring actress, producer, and activist known for her role on Scandal and her recent memoir.
Episode: You Might Also Like: The School of Greatness
Emily Cottam
A mom from Taylorsville, skilled in disaster preparedness.
Episode: Disaster Prepping Tips From a Pro
Kim Kardashian
Entrepreneur, business mogul, and advocate for criminal justice reform
Founder of Skims, Skin By Kim
Episode: You Might Also Like: On Purpose with Jay Shetty
Aly Smith
Emergency room doctor at one of Salt Lake's downtown hospitals
Episode: How Salt Lake ERs Compare to ‘The Pitt’
Taylor Larsen
Local engineer and one of the proponents of the Rio Grande Plan
Episode: Can the Rio Grande Plan Guys Convince Utah To Bury the Rails?
Emily Means
Executive producer discussing the membership program
City Cast Salt Lake
Episode: Can the Rio Grande Plan Guys Convince Utah To Bury the Rails?
Katie Balakir
Senior Policy Associate for Heal Utah
Heal Utah
Episode: How You Can Make Salt Lake's Sidewalks Better

Host

Ali Vallarta
Host of City Cast Salt Lake

Reviews

4.8 out of 5 stars from 522 ratings
  • Mostly excellent.

    Love the hosts, love how invested they are in SLC, and love the range of topics. The theme song gets a bit grating. Otherwise excellent.

    Apple Podcasts
    4
    lpslimjim
    United Statesa month ago
  • Outstanding

    Great local reporting, thank you!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    City cast
    United States9 months ago
  • Mostly fluff and non-city cast episode garbage

    This podcast started out stronger. There was more substance and actual news. Now I feel it has shifted and is more of fluff. The political bias in the host(s) also seems to be stronger than it was at the beginning - we get it, we live in a ‘red state’ but not everything is an attack of progressives. And now that the feed also contains super annoying revenue-generating ‘podcasts you may like’ that just junk up my feed. i’ve also noticed the show is running longer in length. I also liked that it w... more

    Apple Podcasts
    2
    AFD801
    United States9 months ago
  • Mostly fluff and non-city cast episode garbage

    This podcast started out stronger. There was more substance and actual news. Now I feel it has shifted and is more of fluff. The political bias in the host(s) also seems to be stronger than it was at the beginning. And now that the feed also contains revenue-generating ‘podcasts you may like’ I may be to the point of no longer listening.

    Apple Podcasts
    2
    AFD801
    United Statesa year ago
  • Fantastically, hyper local!

    This is an amazing resource for local events, businesses, communities, and individuals who prefer to shop locally and patron locally owned establishments!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Joseph Taggart
    United Statesa year ago

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Some critiques mention a perceived bias in political reporting, suggesting the hosts sometimes lean towards progressive viewpoints.
Overall feedback highlights the podcast's effectiveness in blending information with entertainment, making it engaging for daily listening.
Listeners appreciate the focus on local news and community events, finding it a valuable resource for staying informed about Salt Lake City.
Many praise the podcast for making them feel more connected to local happenings and culture, particularly newcomers to the area.

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How Salt Lake ERs Compare to ‘The Pitt’
Q: What are the holidays or occasions that ER staff dread?
The busiest days of the year are often Thanksgiving and Christmas, and the 4th of July brings many alcohol-related injuries.
How Salt Lake ERs Compare to ‘The Pitt’
Q: How do staffing decisions affect the patient experience in a Salt Lake ER?
Staffing shortages lead to longer wait times and can reduce the quality of patient care.
How Salt Lake ERs Compare to ‘The Pitt’
Q: How does it feel to watch a show about ER docs that people are calling very realistic?
It's exciting and definitely highlights a lot of the issues we deal with, both social and economic.
Need Medicaid? Utah Wants You To Apply for 48 Jobs.
Q: How does this policy ultimately impact people who aren't on Medicaid?
Medicaid impacts everyone as it is a public safety policy; disruptions in coverage can affect healthcare providers and overall public health.
Need Medicaid? Utah Wants You To Apply for 48 Jobs.
Q: What exactly are they proposing regarding work requirements?
Utah's Department of Health and Human Services is requesting to mandate work requirements for the Medicaid expansion population, stipulating that individuals must prove employment or apply for 48 jobs within three months to maintain their Medicaid coverage.

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Focused on providing daily news and events from Salt Lake City, the content covers a wide array of topics that resonate strongly with local residents. Regular discussions include local politics, cultural happenings, and community events, often highlighting various stories that give voice to both the triumphs and challenges of Salt Lake City life. Unique perspectives from hosts and guests help listeners gain a holistic view of the region's dynamics, encouraging deeper connections to their community. The podcast serves as both a news source and a reflection of the local cultural landscape, making it a valuable listen for anyone interested in the area.

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City Cast Salt Lake launched 3 years ago and published 831 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 Salt Lake include:

1. Diana Martinez
2. Stephanie Burdick
3. Kerry Washington
4. Emily Cottam
5. Kim Kardashian
6. Aly Smith
7. Taylor Larsen
8. Emily Means

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