Podcast Episodes
Back to SearchWhat Should a City Be Responsible For?
There’s a lot to learn from the 23 cities and towns in Salt Lake County; what ideas are worth stealing? Today, host Ali Vallarta asks Riverton Mayor …
1 year, 8 months ago
Emergency Jordan River Trail Closure, New GSL Water, $20 Halloween Costumes
The Utah State Fairpark has fenced off a part of the Jordan River Trail in Salt Lake City, as the State Fair opens this week. Host Ali Vallarta and e…
1 year, 8 months ago
How LDS Suspicion Carves Our Neighborhoods
Even if you’re new to the state, you’ve probably noticed what one scholar calls “the defining feature of Utah cultural life” — the divide between mem…
1 year, 8 months ago
Electric Bill Hikes, Greek Town Opportunities, Local Movie Captions
Salt Lake City has big plans for getting Japantown back, but what about Greek Town? Executive producer Emily Means and host Ali Vallarta dive into th…
1 year, 8 months ago
Your Guide to September in Salt Lake
If you're new here, welcome! We’ve put together a starter pack for you, with episodes and articles to welcome you to the City Cast Salt Lake communit…
1 year, 8 months ago
Who’s To Blame for Homeless Plans? New E-Bike Vouchers, One Less Block Party
The temps are cooling down, but city leaders are getting heated about plans to house unsheltered Utahns this winter. Executive producer Emily Means a…
1 year, 9 months ago
The Best Game Day Experiences in Salt Lake
College football kicks off this weekend, with the Utah Utes’ home opener on Thursday. Whether you’re a superfan or a casual observer, you may be wond…
1 year, 9 months ago
Does Utah’s Public Lands Story Hold Up?
It’s no secret that Utah Republican leaders take issue with the federal government’s ownership of nearly 70% of land in our state. Now, they’re makin…
1 year, 9 months ago
Losing Money to Gain a Hospital, Pandemic School Pitfalls, Westside Pickleball
Will the Salt Lake City Council and Intermountain Health finally reach a deal on the Sears Lake hospital? Host Ali Vallarta and executive producer Em…
1 year, 9 months ago
Sundance’s Identity Crisis
The Sundance Institute finally released a shortlist of cities that could host the Sundance Film Festival beginning in 2027. News of the fest taking b…
1 year, 9 months ago