Episodes

  • Is the Gulch Actually a Neighborhood?

    Is the Gulch Actually a Neighborhood?
    May 20 2026
    As part of our ongoing series of Nashville neighborhood guides, today we’re learning about the Gulch. Is this railroad gully full of gleaming highrises and trendy rooftop bars actually a neighborhood? Jamaican DJ and proud Gulch resident merchant joins Marie Cecile Anderson to tell us where to go, what to do, and why he thinks it’s an unexpectedly chill place to live. Learn more about the sponsors of this May 20th episode: Window Nation Andrew Jackson's Hermitage Get more from City Cast Nashville when you become a City Cast Nashville Neighbor. You’ll enjoy perks like ad-free listening, invitations to members only events and more. Join now at membership.citycast.fm/nashville Want some more City Cast Nashville news? Then make sure to sign up for our Hey Nashville newsletter. Follow us @citycastnashville You can also text us or leave a voicemail at: 615-200-6392 Interested in advertising with City Cast? Find more info HERE.
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    27 mins
  • Why Nashville Needs a Civil Rights Museum

    Why Nashville Needs a Civil Rights Museum
    May 19 2026
    Some local lawmakers are calling Tennessee’s recent statewide redistricting “a return to Jim Crow,” so we’re diving into the role Nashville played in shaping the Civil Rights Movement and wondering why our city doesn’t have a Civil Rights museum. Author and local historian Betsy Phillips joins Marie Cecile Anderson to talk about the 1960 Nashville lunch counter sit-ins, the everyday Nashvillians whose stories risk being forgotten, and why we’re running out of time to preserve their history. Learn more about the sponsors of this May 19th episode: Window Nation Andrew Jackson's Hermitage Get more from City Cast Nashville when you become a City Cast Nashville Neighbor. You’ll enjoy perks like ad-free listening, invitations to members only events and more. Join now at membership.citycast.fm/nashville Want some more City Cast Nashville news? Then make sure to sign up for our Hey Nashville newsletter. Follow us @citycastnashville You can also text us or leave a voicemail at: 615-200-6392 Interested in advertising with City Cast? Find more info HERE.
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    31 mins
  • These Middle Schoolers Want To Design a Better Nashville

    These Middle Schoolers Want To Design a Better Nashville
    May 18 2026
    As Metro Nashville Public Schools wind down for the summer this week, we’re checking in with middle schoolers who’ve been learning about housing and transportation through the Civic Design Center’s “Design Your Neighborhood” podcasting program. Marie Cecile Anderson is joined by four students to hear their unique perspectives on how they would plan our city differently if they were in charge: Salman and Melany from Wright Middle, and Townes and Aubriahna from Cresswell Middle. Learn more about the sponsors of this May 18th episode: Window Nation Andrew Jackson's Hermitage Get more from City Cast Nashville when you become a City Cast Nashville Neighbor. You’ll enjoy perks like ad-free listening, invitations to members only events and more. Join now at membership.citycast.fm/nashville Want some more City Cast Nashville news? Then make sure to sign up for our Hey Nashville newsletter. Follow us @citycastnashville You can also text us or leave a voicemail at: 615-200-6392 Interested in advertising with City Cast? Find more info HERE.
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    27 mins
  • 'Your City Could Be Better': Do DC’s Hated Traffic Cameras Really Make the City Safer? — Presented By City Cast Nashville

    'Your City Could Be Better': Do DC’s Hated Traffic Cameras Really Make the City Safer? — Presented By City Cast Nashville
    May 17 2026
    Would Nashville be safer if there were more automated traffic cameras? In 2025, Washington, DC, 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 podcast 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
  • Who’s Running for Congress Now? Plus, 12 South Parking and OHS Questions

    Who’s Running for Congress Now? Plus, 12 South Parking and OHS Questions
    May 15 2026
    Tennessee’s new congressional maps have cast candidates both old and new into chaos as they navigate new districts. On today’s Friday News Roundup, executive producer Whitney Pastorek and contributor Nicole Williams are talking about who’s pulled petitions to run. Plus, Metro Legal director Wally Dietz has announced his retirement, the Office of Homeless Services had a curious request in their budget proposal, and residents and business owners in 12 South are trying to figure out where to put all the cars. And in our bonus segment Hell Naw: Do we really need 84 more hotels?? Learn more about the sponsors of this May 15th episode: Window Nation Centennial Park Conservancy Get more from City Cast Nashville when you become a City Cast Nashville Neighbor. You’ll enjoy perks like ad-free listening, invitations to members only events and more. Join now at membership.citycast.fm/nashville Want some more City Cast Nashville news? Then make sure to sign up for our Hey Nashville newsletter. Follow us @citycastnashville You can also text us or leave a voicemail at: 615-200-6392 Interested in advertising with City Cast? Find more info HERE.
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    31 mins
  • Nashville’s Best Burgers, According to the Emergency Burger Review Guy

    Nashville’s Best Burgers, According to the Emergency Burger Review Guy
    May 14 2026
    and recorded his first “emergency burger review” video. Since then, views on his social media burger takes have soared into the tens of thousands, and tonight, he’s a judge at Battle of the Burger 2026 at the Yard at oneC1TY. He joins Marie Cecile Anderson to explain his methodology, rank his top 5 burgers in town, and give us great local burger options for almost any occasion. Learn more about the sponsors of this May 14th episode: Window Nation Centennial Park Conservancy Get more from City Cast Nashville when you become a City Cast Nashville Neighbor. You’ll enjoy perks like ad-free listening, invitations to members only events and more. Join now at membership.citycast.fm/nashville Want some more City Cast Nashville news? Then make sure to sign up for our Hey Nashville newsletter. Follow us @citycastnashville You can also text us or leave a voicemail at: 615-200-6392 Interested in advertising with City Cast? Find more info HERE.
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    26 mins
  • Could Home Sharing Help Nashville’s Affordable Housing Crisis?

    Could Home Sharing Help Nashville’s Affordable Housing Crisis?
    May 13 2026
    As part of our continuing series on Nashville’s affordable housing crisis, today we’re looking at the challenges older adults are facing. The city has partnered with a program called Nesterly to pair seniors with younger residents through home sharing. Nesterly’s Nashville community liaison Kay Bowers joins Marie Cecile Anderson to explain how, and why, the program works. Learn more about the sponsors of this May 13th episode: Window Nation Centennial Park Conservancy Get more from City Cast Nashville when you become a City Cast Nashville Neighbor. You’ll enjoy perks like ad-free listening, invitations to members only events and more. Join now at membership.citycast.fm/nashville Want some more City Cast Nashville news? Then make sure to sign up for our Hey Nashville newsletter. Follow us @citycastnashville You can also text us or leave a voicemail at: 615-200-6392 Interested in advertising with City Cast? Find more info HERE.
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    23 mins
  • Chef Margot Says Goodbye to the Restaurant That Launched Nashville’s Food Scene

    Chef Margot Says Goodbye to the Restaurant That Launched Nashville’s Food Scene
    May 12 2026
    Six months ago, chef Margot McCormack announced that Margot Café & Bar would close its doors on June 5, 2026 — the 25th anniversary of the French-inspired farm-to-table restaurant that launched Nashville’s now-booming food scene. She joins host Marie Cecile Anderson for an exit interview to share her thoughts on the community she’s built, why she couldn’t open a restaurant like Margot today, whether she ever got the national attention her trailblazing food deserved, and what she’s doing next. Learn more about the sponsors of this May 12th episode: Window Nation Centennial Park Conservancy Get more from City Cast Nashville when you become a City Cast Nashville Neighbor. You’ll enjoy perks like ad-free listening, invitations to members only events and more. Join now at membership.citycast.fm/nashville Want some more City Cast Nashville news? Then make sure to sign up for our Hey Nashville newsletter. Follow us @citycastnashville You can also text us or leave a voicemail at: 615-200-6392 Interested in advertising with City Cast? Find more info HERE.
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    28 mins