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City Cast Seattle

City Cast
Seattle
Election Results
Bruce Harrell
Katie Wilson
Seattle Torrent
Seattle Light Rail
World Cup
Train Dreams
Trump Administration
Pacific Northwest
Porch Pirates
Transit Development
Seattle Mayoral Election
Wealth Inequality
Seattle City Council
Puppetry
Election Day
King County
Voting Turnout
Walla Walla

Join Jane C. Hu and the City Cast Seattle team every weekday morning as we explore the most interesting stories about our city. It’s an informative daily podcast for all Seattleites, whether you're a local or new to town. We’ll keep you company while you’re walking the dog around Green Lake, riding the bus through SLU, or stuck in traffic on the West Seattle Bridge. City Cast is like eavesdropping... more

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Today on the show Jane and Ashley are joined by journalist Susan Shain to discuss the dismal snow season here in the PNW, and why the future of snow looks somewhat bleak. Then Jane and Ashley are joined by regular contributor and Seattle native Eula ... more

Homelessness is one of the major issues that cities like Seattle are trying to solve. The state of Utah is planning to build a 16-acre homeless campus on the outskirts of Salt Lake City, where unhoused people with mental illnesses or addiction issues... more

Today on the show, Jane is joined by contributors Marcus Harrison Green and Lex Vaughn to break down what the recently released Wilson Transition Team report tells them about our city’s political focus. Then they get into what’s missing from the repo... more

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Today on the show, Jane is joined by contributor Chase Hutchinson and Producer Liam Billingham to discuss the fact that Seattle was ranked the #1 most livable city in the U.S. by entertainment platform JB. They also give Liam recs about where to see ... more

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Recent Guests

Gordon Padelford
Executive Director
Seattle Neighborhood Greenways
Episode: What Is Vision Zero? Plus Rideshares Outnumber Passengers and Pickleball Problems
Ashley Smith
Executive producer
City Cast Seattle
Episode: How To Protest a Corporation. Plus, Amazon Shrinks and Some Good News
Scott Berkin
Ignite Seattle organizer
Ignite Seattle
Episode: Your Guide To March in Seattle
Ryan Packer
Contributing editor at the Urbanist and Transportation Advocate
The Urbanist
Episode: Elevator Reform, Bike Corral Drama, and Why Henry Murals Are Everywhere
Seth Geiser
Manager of Urban Planning & Design for Downtown Seattle Association
Downtown Seattle Association
Episode: Elevator Reform, Bike Corral Drama, and Why Henry Murals Are Everywhere
Bianca Martin
Host of City Cast Madison
City Cast Madison
Episode: Your City Could Be Better: What Seattle Needs To Know about Madison's Data Centers Fight
Steve Badanes
Architect who designed the Fremont Troll
Episode: Let’s Talk About Our Favorite Seattle Landmarks, Bookstores, and Local Businesses
Max Delsohn
Author of the short story collection Crawl
Episode: Let’s Talk About Our Favorite Seattle Landmarks, Bookstores, and Local Businesses
Marcus Harrison Green
City Cast contributor and community advocate
Episode: Let’s Talk About Our Favorite Seattle Landmarks, Bookstores, and Local Businesses

Host

Jane C. Hu
Host of City Cast Seattle, known for insightful commentary and engaging discussions about local issues.

Reviews

4.1 out of 5 stars from 44 ratings
  • Do the hosts actually live in Seattle?

    There’s no real news/scoop presented in this podcast and any actual news that is presented shares far less pertinent detail than you’d find from the Seattle times, without any unique perspective/insight that you’d expect from a news podcast. Also the host wasn’t aware that Jeff Bezos doesn’t live in Seattle anymore despite that being a major headline for an extended period of time in 2025 - this made me lose trust in their Seattle news proficiency. For an actually informative and entertaining Se... more

    Apple Podcasts
    2
    molcoug
    United States2 months ago
  • Informative for transplants

    I was super excited to see the host start this as they’ve been on KUOW with insightful takes. And, idk if it’s the marketing of this pod but the content lacks depth or historical context I appreciate. Most of the restaurant and events recs are just the same stuff on instagram that the influencers push to wealthy transplants. Hoping there’s less hype and more affordable discussion in the future.

    Apple Podcasts
    3
    tomocracy
    United States2 months ago
  • Tourist Seattle

    This show offers only the most superficial view of Seattle. I like the liberal bike forward politics but no real insider information.

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    minhvki
    United States2 months ago
  • informative

    Interesting discussion

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Derby Winner JZ
    United States3 months ago
  • Seattle needed this

    I’d been waiting a long time for a podcast that gets me up t speed on what I need to know about Seattle each day and I’m so glad this exists. Feel like I learn something interesting every episode.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Smerdly
    United States3 months ago

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Critiques highlight a desire for deeper, more unique perspectives and less political bias, with some feeling content sometimes lacks depth.
Listeners appreciate the insightful takes on Seattle's local issues, enjoying the blend of humor and serious discussion.
Many value the informative nature of the show, serving as a daily guide to local news and events.

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Your Guide To March in Seattle
Q: What is Ignite Seattle and who is it for?
Ignite Seattle is a storytelling event where diverse people share five-minute talks with automated slides; it's open to anyone who enjoys stories, entertainment, and learning, with a strong community focus.
Elevator Reform, Bike Corral Drama, and Why Henry Murals Are Everywhere
Q: Why do you think that we're seeing Henry everywhere right now?
There has been a broadening appreciation for murals since COVID, where many places that were boarded up got painted to demonstrate community presence and creativity.
Elevator Reform, Bike Corral Drama, and Why Henry Murals Are Everywhere
Q: Ryan, I know you've been covering this new bill, SB 5156. What does it propose and what might it do for elevator reform here?
The bill directs the Building Code Council to approve an elevator standard meeting federal accessibility minimums, allowing smaller elevators in mid-sized buildings and potentially reforming many existing regulations.
Bill Gates and the Epstein Files. Plus, the King Behind King County
Q: What do we know about the Pacific Northwest connections to Epstein?
Marcus reveals connections between Epstein and several high-profile figures in the region, including Bill Gates, highlighting Gates' involvement in meetings with Epstein.
Bill Gates and the Epstein Files. Plus, the King Behind King County
Q: Is there such thing as a decent billionaire?
Marcus Harrison Green argues no, citing the high levels of wealth accumulation requiring unethical behavior.

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

Focused on Seattle's unique cultural fabric, the content revolves around local governance, urban development, and community engagement with a mix of light-hearted commentary and serious discussions. Key topics include social issues like homelessness, urban infrastructure improvements, and the role of local politics in shaping community experiences. Notably, the format allows for an engaging blend of humor and insight into daily life, aiming to inform and unite residents around pressing matters that affect their surroundings. Through this exploration, listeners are likely to gain a deeper understanding of their city while enjoying relatable anecdotes and conversations.

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1. Political Gabfest
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City Cast Seattle launched 4 months ago and published 86 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 Seattle include:

1. Gordon Padelford
2. Ashley Smith
3. Scott Berkin
4. Ryan Packer
5. Seth Geiser
6. Bianca Martin
7. Steve Badanes
8. Max Delsohn

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