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City Cast Denver

City Cast Denver

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Join Host Bree Davies and the City Cast Denver crew every weekday morning as we celebrate, explore, and challenge an ever-changing Denver. It’s the daily news podcast for all Denverites — whether you’ve been here for six months or six generations. We’ll break down the news you need (and want) to know with journalists and culture makers; activists and artists; neighbors and ne’er-do-wells — and John Elway, if he ever returns our calls. Learn more and subscribe to our newsletter at denver.citycast.fm.. Named Westword's Best Podcast of 2021, 2023 Politics & Government
Episodes
  • Who Wins Summer in the USA? Denver Makes Its Case

    Who Wins Summer in the USA? Denver Makes Its Case
    May 21 2026
    City Cast Twin Cities host Sean McPherson hosts this showdown where 12 City Cast reps, including City Cast Denver host Bree Davies, compete head-to-head and debate which city is the best for a weekend trip this summer. From hot tub boats (exactly what they sound like) to epic outdoor summer festivals, our hosts are bringing the best of what their city has to offer this season. Can Bree beat out her competitors from Chicago, DC, Las Vegas, Madison, Nashville, Philly, Pittsburgh, Portland, Salt Lake, Seattle, and the Twin Cities? For even more news from around the city, subscribe to our morning newsletter at denver.citycast.fm. Follow us on Instagram: @citycastdenver Chat with other listeners on reddit: r/CityCastDenver Support City Cast Denver by becoming a member: membership.citycast.fm Text or leave us a voicemail with your name and neighborhood, and you might hear it on the show: 720-500-5418 Learn more about the sponsors of this May 21st episode: Clyfford Still Museum Sphere of Six Looking to advertise on City Cast Denver? Check out our options for podcast and newsletter ads at citycast.fm/advertise
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    54 mins
  • Backlash Mounts Against Gov. Polis Over Tina Peters. Plus, Denver Halts Data Centers

    Backlash Mounts Against Gov. Polis Over Tina Peters. Plus, Denver Halts Data Centers
    May 20 2026
    Governor Jared Polis’ controversial decision to commute former Mesa County Clerk Tina Peters’ prison sentence last week is still reverberating through the Democratic Party. More than 400 Democrats signed a letter calling to formally censure the governor, and one congressional candidate even wants him investigated for collusion. Editor-in-chief of The Lever David Sirota is back to chat with host Bree Davies about what Polis’ moves mean for democracy and his legacy – and why Representative Lauren Boebert is taking credit for Peters’ release. Plus, Denver City Council passed a one-year moratorium on the construction of new data centers, and David has thoughts on why Americans seem to hate these tech centers so much. For even more news from around the city, subscribe to our morning newsletter at denver.citycast.fm. Follow us on Instagram: @citycastdenver Chat with other listeners on reddit: r/CityCastDenver Support City Cast Denver by becoming a member: membership.citycast.fm What do you think about Polis and Tina Peters? Text or leave us a voicemail with your name and neighborhood, and you might hear it on the show: 720-500-5418 Learn more about the sponsors of this May 20th episode: Clyfford Still Museum Sphere of Six Looking to advertise on City Cast Denver? Check out our options for podcast and newsletter ads at citycast.fm/advertise
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    35 mins
  • What’s Tipping the Scale on Colorado’s Population Growth?

    What’s Tipping the Scale on Colorado’s Population Growth?
    May 19 2026
    After decades of super-charged economic and population growth, Colorado is at a turning point. So, is this state growing or shrinking? And why does it matter either way? Earlier this year, host Bree Davies sat down with Colorado’s State Demographer Kate Watkins to hear about how things like declining school enrollment and a slowing economy can play into our population numbers, and we’re revisiting that conversation today about what the ripple effects of all these big-picture changes could mean for you. Kate even gets into a forecast of what Coloradans might expect population-wise in 2060! This episode originally ran on January 20, 2026. For even more news from around the city, subscribe to our morning newsletter at denver.citycast.fm. Follow us on Instagram: @citycastdenver Chat with other listeners on reddit: r/CityCastDenver Support City Cast Denver by becoming a member: membership.citycast.fm What do you think about our state’s demographic changes? We want to hear from you! Text or leave us a voicemail with your name and neighborhood, and you might hear it on the show: 720-500-5418 Learn more about the sponsors of this May 19th episode: Clyfford Still Museum Sphere of Six Cozy Earth - Use code COZYDENVER for up to 30% off Looking to advertise on City Cast Denver? Check out our options for podcast and newsletter ads at citycast.fm/advertise
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    33 mins
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