Podcast Episodes

Test Your Madison Trivia Skills

Madison trivia is back, baby. We’ve brought Smarter Than You trivia guru Paul Guse back to test our knowledge of all things Mad city. Buckle up and p…

2 years, 11 months ago

Was Madison Singled Out for Punishment in State Budget?

Supreme Court Justice Oliver Wendell Homes Jr. famously said, “Taxes are what we pay for civilized society.” But who pays and how much has been debat…

2 years, 11 months ago

Don’t Speed with Weed, Paying for Kids and Madison’s Trans Resolution

The whole City Cast Madison team is back in the saddle today. Bianca Martin, Dylan Brogan and Molly Stentz round up this week’s news, including a Wis…

2 years, 11 months ago

The Best Chefs in the Midwest Work on Monroe Street

The James Beard Awards are often called the Oscars of food. They’re a prestigious national recognition for restaurants that offer high quality food. …

2 years, 11 months ago

Madison’s Drag and Dance Block Party is BACK

We’re on a quest to help you make the most of your summer in Madison. 

Brandon Rounds is the mastermind behind Live on Queen, a free outdoor drag show…

2 years, 11 months ago

A Historic Raise for Madison Teachers but Also a Looming Budget Hole

The Madison school district initially offered teachers a 3.5 percent pay bump but is now committed to doubling it to the highest raise allowed by sta…

2 years, 11 months ago

GOP Targets UW Funding over DEI, New Rules for Bars and Breweries, and a Mouse Hotel

Bianca Martin and Dylan Brogan roundup the news this week with an update on Assembly Speaker Robin Vos’ pledge to cut funding to the University of Wi…

2 years, 11 months ago

How to Grow an Herb Garden in Madison 🪴

Summer is a great time to enjoy fresh herbs — whether in salads, drinks or just to freshen up your backyard, patio, or balcony. Jane Hawley Stevens, …

2 years, 11 months ago

Madison’s Flag is Top-Notch, Here’s Why

Happy Flag Day! The North American Vexillological Association studied 312 city flags and ranked Madison’s flag as one of the best in the nation. No w…

2 years, 11 months ago

What to Get Excited About at The Sessions at McPike Park 🎪

City Cast Madison continues our series on summer entertainment with The Pursuit of Happiness Sessions at McPike Park. The first round of The Sessions…

2 years, 11 months ago