Episodes

  • Janeese Lewis George Talks Affordability, Education, and Policing

    Janeese Lewis George Talks Affordability, Education, and Policing
    May 21 2026
    We’re talking with Janeese Lewis George. According to our new City Cast poll, she’s leading the race for mayor. We talked about how she really thinks about public safety, how she wants to spend more on our safety net, and how it feels to be a Democratic Socialist candidate whose support comes from some of DC’s best-educated and newest residents. I hope you’ll stick around and listen. Want some more DC news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter Hey DC. You can text us or leave a voicemail at: (202) 642-2654. You can also become a member, with ad-free listening, for as little as $10 a month. Learn more about the sponsors of this May 21st episode: Window Nation Signature Theatre DC Department of Behavioral Health DC Board of Elections Interested in advertising with City Cast? Find more info HERE.
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    52 mins
  • Here's What Our Poll Says About the State of the Mayor's Race

    Here's What Our Poll Says About the State of the Mayor's Race
    May 20 2026
    There have been no citywide public polls of the DC mayor’s race. That changes today. I’m here with Giacomo Squatriti, one of the pollsters who conducted City Cast’s very own poll — which is full of jaw-dropping findings about the state of the mayoral race, DC’s new demographic divide, and the ways new Washingtonians are shaping this year’s vote. We are SO excited to dive into this – and there’s more coverage for you to check out on our website and in our newsletter this morning. Want some more DC news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter City Cast DC. You can text us or leave a voicemail at: (202) 642-2654. You can also become a member, with ad-free listening, for as little as $10 a month. Learn more about the sponsors of this May 20th episode: Window Nation Signature Theatre DC Department of Behavioral Health DC Board of Elections Interested in advertising with City Cast? Find more info HERE.
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    32 mins
  • DC’s Best Summer Trips Under $150

    DC’s Best Summer Trips Under $150
    May 19 2026
    It’s officially summer travel season. And listen, gas prices and travel prices are through the roof right now, but that doesn't mean you can’t still enjoy a fun trip, because Tim Ebner has your guide of trips from the DC area for around $150 a pop. Want some more DC news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter City Cast DC. You can text us or leave a voicemail at: ‪(202) 642-2654‬. You can also become a member, with ad-free listening, for as little as $10 a month. Learn more about the sponsors of this May 19th episode: Window Nation Signature Theatre DC Department of Behavioral Health DC Board of Elections Interested in advertising with City Cast? Find more info HERE.
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    32 mins
  • Inside Trump’s No-Bid Contract Turning the Reflecting Pool Blue

    Inside Trump’s No-Bid Contract Turning the Reflecting Pool Blue
    May 18 2026
    What’s going on with the Lincoln Memorial reflecting pool? The blue paint is slowly covering the national landmark. But nearly every day there’s a story about new controversies over Donald Trump’s pet project. And a lot of those stories are written by David Fahrenthold, an investigative reporter for the New York Times. He’s here to give us a lay of the land. Want some more DC news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter City Cast DC. You can text us or leave a voicemail at: (202) 642-2654. You can also become a member, with ad-free listening, for as little as $10 a month. Learn more about the sponsors of this May 18th episode: Window Nation Signature Theatre DC Department of Behavioral Health DC Board of Elections Interested in advertising with City Cast? Find more info HERE.
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    29 mins
  • 'Your City Could Be Better': Do DC’s Hated Traffic Cameras Really Make the City Safer?

    'Your City Could Be Better': Do DC’s Hated Traffic Cameras Really Make the City Safer?
    May 17 2026
    Would DC be safer if there were more automated traffic cameras? In 2025, the city brought in nearly $270 million from more than 500 automated traffic enforcement cameras — including a single camera that issued $9 million in tickets. City Cast CEO David Plotz talks with City Cast DC co-host Bridget Todd about how these cameras work, the congressional scrutiny they've been getting, and whether they make DC safer. Plus, is DC becoming the new rave capital? Mentioned on the show: "The deadliest road in America" (Vox) Is there something your city is doing that we should be talking about? Email David now! We’re also on Instagram: @yourcitycouldbebetter Looking to advertise on Your City Could Be Better? Check out our options.
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    30 mins
  • Lewis George Leads Mayor's Race, Trump's Dulles Plans Leak, and Facebook Marketplace Dinners

    Lewis George Leads Mayor's Race, Trump's Dulles Plans Leak, and Facebook Marketplace Dinners
    May 15 2026
    We’re talking about the state of the mayor’s race, the new plans for Dulles Airport, and all the great meals you can buy off Facebook Marketplace in DC. Really. Plus in a members-only fourth segment, the calendar just dropped for Pride — make that, Prides — and we’ll talk about how to get the most out of the festival in DC and elsewhere around the region. Want some more DC news? Then make sure to⁠ sign up⁠ for our morning newsletter City Cast DC. You can text us or leave a voicemail at: ⁠(202) 642-2654⁠. You can⁠ also become a member⁠, with ad-free listening, for as little as $10 a month. Learn more about the sponsors of this May 15th episode: ⁠Window Nation⁠ ⁠Arena Stage⁠ Interested in advertising with City Cast? Find more info⁠ HERE⁠.
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    39 mins
  • Randy Clarke Rips That Washington Post Editorial, His Favorite Metro Stop, and No New Metro Near RFK

    Randy Clarke Rips That Washington Post Editorial, His Favorite Metro Stop, and No New Metro Near RFK
    May 14 2026
    Today we're talking with Randy Clarke, the head of Metro and one of the most popular officials in D.C. Mike busted his chops about bus schedules, he busted Mike's chops about Metro’s budget, and they also managed to talk about the new Gold Line, his favorite Metro station, and that Washington Post editorial that has Metro fans fuming. Want some more DC news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter Hey DC. You can text us or leave a voicemail at: (202) 642-2654. You can also become a member, with ad-free listening, for as little as $10 a month. Learn more about the sponsors of this May 14th episode: Window Nation Arena Stage Interested in advertising with City Cast? Find more info HERE.
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    38 mins
  • Scandalous DC Cop Texts, Trump's $13 Million Pool Paint Job, Digging Into DC's Reality Show

    Scandalous DC Cop Texts, Trump's $13 Million Pool Paint Job, Digging Into DC's Reality Show
    May 13 2026
    We’re talking about a DC Police Scandal — but not the one you think! We’re talking about the latest twists in Donald Trump’s various schemes for the National Mall. And a new D.C. reality show. Plus in a member’s only fourth segment, the Trump administration’s odd campaign against a crucial source for DMV charities Want some more DC news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter City Cast DC. You can text us or leave a voicemail at: (202) 642-2654. You can also become a member, with ad-free listening, for as little as $10 a month. Learn more about the sponsors of this May 13th episode: Window Nation Arena Stage Interested in advertising with City Cast? Find more info HERE.
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    35 mins