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City Cast Seattle

City Cast Seattle

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Join Jane C. Hu and the City Cast Seattle team every weekday morning as we explore the most interesting stories about our city. It’s an informative daily podcast for all Seattleites, whether you're a local or new to town. We’ll keep you company while you’re walking the dog around Green Lake, riding the bus through SLU, or stuck in traffic on the West Seattle Bridge. City Cast is like eavesdropping on an illuminating conversation at your neighborhood coffee shop. But there’s no Seattle Freeze here; everyone’s welcome to join in. Learn more and subscribe to our daily newsletter at seattle.citycast.fm. Politics & Government Social Sciences
Episodes
  • Are You Prepared for The Big One? Plus, the State of Seattle Public Schools

    Are You Prepared for The Big One? Plus, the State of Seattle Public Schools
    May 20 2026
    Today on the podcast, Jane C. Hu is joined by Cindi Barker, one of the original founders of Seattle Emergency Hub, to discuss how Seattle communities can prepare for disasters. Then Seattle Times’ education reporter Claire Bryan joins to discuss how new SPS superintendent Ben Shuldiner is doing, his clear passion for education, and his goal to make Seattle Public Schools’ ‘the country’s single greatest urban school district.’ They also discuss learning how to read, screentime, and the ‘wild west’ of AI in schools. City Cast contributor (and parent) Brett Hamil joins with his own questions and one tip for the superintendent. Learn more about the sponsors of this episode: Travel Dundee King Harvest Want to get in touch? Follow us @CityCastSeattle on Instagram, or email us at seattle@citycast.fm. You can also call or text us at 206-880-3931. For more Seattle news, make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter, City Cast Seattle. Support City Cast Seattle by becoming a member: membership.citycast.fm/seattle Looking to advertise on City Cast Seattle? Check out our options for podcast and newsletter ads at citycast.fm/advertise.
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    38 mins
  • Is Seattle Anti-Business? Plus, Cruise Ship Impact & Renaming the Cascades

    Is Seattle Anti-Business? Plus, Cruise Ship Impact & Renaming the Cascades
    May 19 2026
    Rumors of Starbucks' expansion to Nashville to "refocus its growth" have heightened an already-heated debate about whether or not Seattle and its new democratic socialist mayor are creating a hostile environment for big business. But with Tennessee offering generous tax incentives to corporations, what's really driving the move? City Cast Nashville executive producer Whitney Pastorek joins City Cast Seattle host Jane C. Hu to break down what it looks like to live in a "business-friendly" city. Later, contributors Hannah Krieg and Andy Engelson join the pod to discuss whether the ecological impacts of cruise season outweigh the economic benefits, and if the Cascade volcanoes should reclaim their Indigenous names. Learn more about the sponsors of this May 19th episode: Travel Dundee King Harvest Want to get in touch? Follow us @CityCastSeattle on Instagram, or email us at seattle@citycast.fm. You can also call or text us at 206-880-3931. For more Seattle news, make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter, City Cast Seattle. Support City Cast Seattle by becoming a member: membership.citycast.fm/seattle Looking to advertise on City Cast Seattle? Check out our options for podcast and newsletter ads at citycast.fm/advertise.
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    37 mins
  • Tap To Pee? Plus, Real Change Changes and a Food Mailbag

    Tap To Pee? Plus, Real Change Changes and a Food Mailbag
    May 18 2026
    Contributors Eula Scott Bynoe and Guy Oron join host Jane C. Hu to talk about the state of public restrooms in Seattle ahead of the World Cup. Then they dive into the news that the weekly street newsletter Real Change is increasing in price, and what that could mean for your local Real Change vendor. Finally, a mailbag devoted to girl dinners and meals under $20. Learn more about the sponsors of this May 18th episode: Travel Dundee King Harvest Want to get in touch? Follow us @CityCastSeattle on Instagram, or email us at seattle@citycast.fm. You can also call or text us at 206-880-3931. For more Seattle news, make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter, City Cast Seattle. Support City Cast Seattle by becoming a member: membership.citycast.fm/seattle Looking to advertise on City Cast Seattle? Check out our options for podcast and newsletter ads at citycast.fm/advertise.
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    34 mins
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