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Join Sean McPherson and the City Cast Twin Cities team every weekday morning as we bring you the day's conversations about life in the Twin Cities. With our cast of journalists, activists, experts and residents, we celebrate our wins with beaming pride, critique our shortcomings with the attention of a seed art judge and mutter “that’s interesting” for anything in between. Alongside our daily newsletter, we put the spotlight on the news and culture of the Twin Cities from every perspective we can find – including yours. It’s like a potluck where everyone’s invited and no one brings grape salad. So whether you've been here long enough to remember the Halloween blizzard of 1991, or you just bought your first winter coat, bring your dish over and let's talk. Learn more and subscribe to our newsletter at ⁠twincities.citycast.fm⁠.

  1. 2 DAYS AGO

    No, You Can't Bet On Your Own Election. Plus, Peace Prize for the Black Hart

    It's Friday, so we're celebrating some Twin Cities Wins with vocalist and contributor PaviElle French. We also chat with Wes Burdine, owner of the Black Hart of St. Paul, about a peace prize he was recently awarded by a German soccer club and how he saw the Midway neighborhood stand together during Operation Metro Surge. We also have a bonus segment exclusively for our City Cast Neighbors about our favorite bookstores in the Twin Cities, as this Saturday is Independent Bookstore Day. If you're not already a part of our membership program, you can sign up now for bonus content like this and ad-free listening on all of our episodes. Learn more about the topics discussed in today's episode: Cornbread’s 99th B-Day Party CONTINUES 4/25 at Hook and Ladder Post Modern Times Update New restaurant selected for Minneapolis space soon-to-be vacated by Owamni (Bring Me The News) Minnesota congressional candidate caught betting on outcome of his election (Star Tribune) Learn more about the sponsors of this April 24th episode: Minneapolis Institute of Art Want to get in touch? Follow us @CityCastTwinCities on Instagram, or email us at twincities@citycast.fm. You can also call or text us at 612-217-0637. For more Twin Cities news, make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter, City Cast Twin Cities. Looking to advertise on City Cast Twin Cities? Check out our options for podcast and newsletter ads at citycast.fm/advertise.

    32 min

  2. 2 DAYS AGO ·  BONUS

    You Might Also Like: One Decision

    Introducing $100 Million a Day: Putin’s Iran War Windfall from One Decision. Follow the show: One Decision Russia may be issuing verbal condemnations from the sidelines of the conflict in Iran, but behind the scenes, it’s leveraging its relationship with Iran to give the US a “taste of its own medicine.” Former MI6 Chief Sir Richard Dearlove and Times Radio political editor Kate McCann sit down with Alexander Gabuev, director of the Carnegie Russia Eurasia Center, to discuss Russia’s calculated role in the escalating war in Iran. Gabuev explains why the US being preoccupied in fighting another Middle Eastern conflict is a “gift” to Putin, including how temporary sanctions relief and the continued closure of the Strait of Hormuz boosts Russian oil revenues. Together, they also analyze the impact of the war on Ukraine’s security and energy infrastructure, as well as how continued economic strain and repression in Russia may limit its involvement in the conflict. In this episode: 01:35 – Why the Iran War helps Russia 04:17 – Oil shock and Russian windfall 16:48 – The Iran-Russia alliance 23:11 – Limits of Kremlin support 28:24 – Iran War knock-on effects for Ukraine 32:58 – Ukraine’s Gulf alliance strategy 38:05 – Russian public mood and repression 42:47 – One Decision: What’s Trump’s next move? 44:00 – Sir Richard and Kate discussion Hosted by Sir Richard Dearlove (former MI6 Chief) and Kate McCann (Political Editor at Times Radio). Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices DISCLAIMER: Please note, this is an independent podcast episode not affiliated with, endorsed by, or produced in conjunction with the host podcast feed or any of its media entities. The views and opinions expressed in this episode are solely those of the creators and guests. For any concerns, please reach out to team@podroll.fm.

  3. 3 DAYS AGO

    The BWCA Mining Ban Is Gone. Now What? Plus, Twin Cities' Cover Band Moment

    The Biden-era moratorium on mining near the Boundary Waters Canoe Area is gone. Pete Stauber's bill passed Congress, and the future of one of Minnesota's most beloved wilderness areas is suddenly a lot less certain. We talk with Joe Friedrichs of Paddle and Portage about what it means, what comes next, and whether there's any reason for hope. Then: have you noticed a lot more cover bands on Twin Cities stages lately? Racket's Jay Boller has, and he wrote a great piece about it. We get into the economics, the nostalgia, and what it means for original artists in this city. Learn more about the topics discussed in today's episode: Become a City Cast Twin Cities Neighbor today! Stauber notches win with successful push to end mining ban near Boundary Waters (Strib) Big win for mining as Senate votes to remove moratorium on Boundary Waters watershed (MinnPost) Cover Me Impressed: Are We Living Through a Twin Cities Cover-Band Boom? (Racket) Learn more about the sponsors of this January 22nd episode: Minnesota Opera Xcel Energy Want to get in touch? Follow us @CityCastTwinCities on Instagram, or email us at twincities@citycast.fm. You can also call or text us at 612-217-0637. For more Twin Cities news, make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter, City Cast Twin Cities. Looking to advertise on City Cast Twin Cities? Check out our options for podcast and newsletter ads at citycast.fm/advertise.

    39 min

  4. 4 DAYS AGO

    These Lawyers Are Still Fighting ICE. Plus, Studbudz Break Up and MN Compass

    Beloved Lynx duo Courtney Williams and Natisha Hiedeman, aka Studbudz, are breaking up as Hiedeman has signed with the Seattle Storm. Heartbreak all around. Minnesota Compass compiles all the info you’d want to know about the state, and apparently lots of people have been interested in us lately. Plus, the Minnesota Habeas Project is literally helping free immigrants from unlawful detention. Learn more about the topics discussed in today's episode: Become a City Cast Twin Cities Neighbor today! MN Compass Minnesota Habeas Project No more StudBudz: PG Natisha Hiedeman leaving Lynx in free agency Learn more about the sponsors of this April 22nd episode: Minneapolis Institute of Art Want to get in touch? Follow us @CityCastTwinCities on Instagram, or email us at twincities@citycast.fm. You can also call or text us at 612-217-0637. For more Twin Cities news, make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter, City Cast Twin Cities. Looking to advertise on City Cast Twin Cities? Check out our options for podcast and newsletter ads at citycast.fm/advertise.

    39 min

  5. 5 DAYS AGO

    Can the State Save HCMC? Also, Pick Up Trash With Us!

    HCMC is in dire financial straits, and legislators are running out of time to provide funding to keep the hospital open. Hennepin County Commissioner Angela Conley joins the podcast to talk about how the hospital got into this position, and how they are trying to get out. Later, Lilydale Mayor Lyle Hanzal joins the conversation to talk about a river cleanup this weekend in "the most awesome square mile in the Twin Cities." Come out to Lilydale Regional Park on Saturday from 10 a.m. to 12 p.m. to hang out with the City Cast Twin Cities team and pick up some trash along the Mississippi River. Learn more about the topics discussed in today's episode: Senate Committee Advances HCMC Stabilization Funding in Health and Human Services Budget Bill (MinneapoliMedia) House lawmakers present plan to repurpose ballpark tax in HCMC rescue bid (Minnesota Legislature) Hennepin County commissioners give HERC hunger strikers the silent treatment (Sahan Journal) Budget woes force 100 job cuts at Hennepin County’s safety-net hospital (Star Tribune) Lilydale park cleanup RSVP Learn more about the sponsors of this April 21st episode: Minneapolis Institute of Art Want to get in touch? Follow us @CityCastTwinCities on Instagram, or email us at twincities@citycast.fm. You can also call or text us at 612-217-0637. For more Twin Cities news, make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter, City Cast Twin Cities. Looking to advertise on City Cast Twin Cities? Check out our options for podcast and newsletter ads at citycast.fm/advertise.

    39 min

  6. 6 DAYS AGO

    Why did Mpls Ban Bathhouses? Plus, Stoner Xmas

    The Minneapolis City Council banned adult bathhouses 40 years ago. Now, they’re considering decriminalizing these spaces, which were often safe places for gay men to relax, get resources, and have sex. Public historian Noah Barth and MPR News producer Sam Stroozas tell us how the ban is a legacy of policing homosexuality. Plus, it’s 4/20 a.k.a Stoner Christmas. Racket editor and co-owner Jessica Armbruster shares her favorite products to mark the holiday. Learn more about the topics discussed in today's episode: As Minneapolis reconsiders its adult bathhouse ban, here’s what to know about the history (MPR) Adult bathhouses were a part of Minneapolis nightlife. Then police and panic pushed them out (MPR) Weed Weviews: 4 Things I Tried in March (Racket) Learn more about the sponsors of this April 20th episode: Minneapolis Institute of Art Want to get in touch? Follow us @CityCastTwinCities on Instagram, or email us at twincities@citycast.fm. You can also call or text us at 612-217-0637. For more Twin Cities news, make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter, City Cast Twin Cities. Looking to advertise on City Cast Twin Cities? Check out our options for podcast and newsletter ads at citycast.fm/advertise.

    40 min

  7. 17 APR

    Will Michelin Help Mpls Restaurants? Plus, 'Intergenerational Healing' through Theater

    Michelin announced that Minneapolis (and not St. Paul) will be included in its upcoming Great Lakes Guide, and they will be issuing stars to the restaurants in town that they deem worthy. Minnesota's independent food critic Kirstie Kimball joins host Sean McPherson and contributor PaviElle French to break down what that could mean for the Twin Cities food scene, and who Michelin is likely to leave behind. The team also celebrates some Twin Cities Wins for the week, and sits down with local playwright Katie Ka Vang to discuss her upcoming show, "⁠Hmong Futures: The Future of Us⁠", which is playing now at Theater Mu through May 3. And for our City Cast Neighbors only, we have a bonus segment covering super secret springtime activities that us City Cast staffers are looking forward to now that we're finally emerging from winter. You can sign up to be a Neighbor ⁠here⁠ to get access to weekly bonus content, ad-free listening, exclusive events, and more. Learn more about the topics discussed in today's episode: ⁠Minnesota Dining is Worth More than Michelin Stars⁠ (beyond beurre blanc) ⁠What you need to know about Michelin and its Minneapolis debut⁠ (Star Tribune) ⁠Price of prestige? Minneapolis paying $750K for Michelin Guide spot⁠ (KSTP) ⁠YALL MICHELIN IS COMING - MPLS is finally getting our stars!!!⁠ (Reddit) ⁠Report: Minnesota’s hospitality industry ‘on the brink of no return’⁠ (Star Tribune) ⁠Record Store Day At Electric Fetus⁠ ⁠MSP named nation's least-stressful airport⁠ (Bring Me The News) ⁠Hmong Futures: The Future of Us⁠ Learn more about the sponsors of this April 17th episode: ⁠Minneapolis Institute of Art⁠ ⁠Berlin⁠ Want to get in touch? Follow us @CityCastTwinCities on ⁠Instagram⁠, or email us at ⁠twincities@citycast.fm⁠. You can also call or text us at 612-217-0637. For more Twin Cities news, make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter, City Cast Twin Cities. Looking to advertise on City Cast Twin Cities? Check out our options for podcast and newsletter ads at ⁠citycast.fm/advertise⁠.

    32 min

  8. 16 APR

    Why Are MSP Flights so Expensive? Plus, D&D Turns 52

    Dungeons and Dragons is about to turn 52, which can trace its roots back to a basement right here in St. Paul. Contributor Hans Buetow and producer Molly Abbattista tell us how these game sessions have become a place to find community in the age of disconnection. Plus, why are flights out of MSP so costly compared to other airports? Kyle Potter of Thrifty Traveler says Delta’s eating up the competition. But his flight first rule might save you some money. Learn more about the topics discussed in today's episode: Thrifty Traveler America's Most Stressful Airports (Mozio) Kevin Washington (Instagram) Learn more about the sponsors of this April 16th episode: Minneapolis Institute of Art Berlin Xcel Energy Want to get in touch? Follow us @CityCastTwinCities on Instagram, or email us at twincities@citycast.fm. You can also call or text us at 612-217-0637. For more Twin Cities news, make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter, City Cast Twin Cities. Looking to advertise on City Cast Twin Cities? Check out our options for podcast and newsletter ads at citycast.fm/advertise.

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Join Sean McPherson and the City Cast Twin Cities team every weekday morning as we bring you the day's conversations about life in the Twin Cities. With our cast of journalists, activists, experts and residents, we celebrate our wins with beaming pride, critique our shortcomings with the attention of a seed art judge and mutter “that’s interesting” for anything in between. Alongside our daily newsletter, we put the spotlight on the news and culture of the Twin Cities from every perspective we can find – including yours. It’s like a potluck where everyone’s invited and no one brings grape salad. So whether you've been here long enough to remember the Halloween blizzard of 1991, or you just bought your first winter coat, bring your dish over and let's talk. Learn more and subscribe to our newsletter at ⁠twincities.citycast.fm⁠.

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