City Cast Salt Lake

City Cast
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City Cast Salt Lake is SLC’s daily news podcast. Join host Ali Vallarta and a bevy of smart and entertaining locals for conversations about the issues that matter most. City Cast Salt Lake will celebrate the city’s triumphs, explore its history, (try to) solve its mysteries, and it’ll help you feel more connected to the Wasatch Front – whether you’ve lived here for six months or six generations. Learn more and subscribe to our daily newsletter at saltlake.citycast.fm.

  1. 6h ago

    Your Guide to October 2026 in Salt Lake

    Hello, scary season! October is here, and we’ve planned your month accordingly. Executive producer Emily Means, producer Ivana Martinez, and City Cast Salt Lake contributor Scott Wessman bring you a guide to make the most of it, from diving into a corn pit to shopping Salt Lake’s freakiest decor. Plus, don’t miss our episode explaining why Utah goes so hard for Halloween. For even more tips on how to make the most of October in Salt Lake, check out our daily newsletter.  City Cast Salt Lake is made possible by our awesome sponsors: Avenues Street Fair, University of Utah - College of Fine Arts, Stewardship Utah, Salt Lake Sewciety, and Rocky Mountain Power.  We’re also powered by our members, who enjoy an ad-free version of the show. Find out more about how to become a member of City Cast Salt Lake. Text or leave us a voicemail with your name and neighborhood, and you might hear it on the show: (801) 203-0137 Interested in advertising with City Cast? Check out our options. Reach us at saltlake@citycast.fm.

  2. 6h ago ·  Bonus

    You Might Also Like: The Oprah Podcast

    Introducing 30 Years of Oprah’s Book Club: The Authors Behind the Stories We Love from The Oprah Podcast. Follow the show: The Oprah Podcast BUY THE BOOKS! The Oprah Book Club storefront https://amzn.to/4j5y1xW To celebrate the thirtieth anniversary of Oprah’s Book Club - Oprah is joined by four multiple-award winning, best-selling authors including: Viola Davis, Barbara Kingsolver, Abraham Verghese and Ocean Vuong. In her backyard under the oak trees Oprah and these masterful storytellers have a thoughtful conversation about the craft of writing, their processes and the significance the reader brings to their work. Among their works they discuss these Oprah's Book club picks: Finding Me, Demon Copperhead, The Poisonwood Bible, The Emperor of Gladness and The Covenant of Water. 00:00:00 - Welcome authors Barbara Kingsolver, Abraham Verghese, Viola Davis and Ocean Vuong 00:04:30 - Finding characters  00:06:50 - Becoming a writer  00:09:00 - How Viola became a writer  00:12:48 - Viola reading her memoir  00:17:20 - What writers are noticing about right now  00:22:30 - What does being a bestseller mean 00:28:00 - Greatest compliments about their work 00:39:50 - The magic of writing  00:43:00 - When is a sentence done? 00:47:30 - Finding your title  00:52:00 - Is writing personal therapy? Follow Oprah Winfrey on Social: https://www.instagram.com/oprahpodcast/ https://www.facebook.com/oprahwinfrey/ Listen to the full podcast:  https://open.spotify.com/show/0tEVrfNp92a7lbjDe6GMLI https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-oprah-podcast/id1782960381 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.

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  3. 1d ago

    A Battle for Alpine Loop, Delta Center Revamp, New Avalanche Pup

    Who wins in the battle for the Alpine Loop, cyclists or cars? Executive producer Emily Means, audience development manager Angie Treasure, and City Cast Salt Lake contributor Jack Stauss talk about the fight over who gets the road and gatekeeping leaf peeping spots. Plus, the Delta Center got a makeover, and local shoutouts. Resources and references: Road Respect is a Two Way Street [Utah Department of Public Safety] Ryan Smith says SEG will ‘be aggressive’ in pursuing MLB expansion [KSL] Check out the Land We Share Summit on Friday, Oct. 2.  Become a member of City Cast Salt Lake today! It’s the best way to support our work and help make sure we are around for years to come.  Subscribe to our daily morning newsletter. You can also find us on Instagram @CityCastSLC. Text or leave us a voicemail with your name and neighborhood, and you might hear it on the show: (801) 203-0137 Looking to advertise on City Cast Salt Lake? Check out our options for podcast and newsletter ads. If you enjoyed this interview with Bianca Velasquez from Rocky Mountain Power, learn more here.  Learn more about the sponsors of this episode:  Avenues Street Fair University of Utah-College of Fine Arts Stewardship Utah Salt Lake Sewciety Cozy Earth - use code COZYSALTLAKE for up to 20% off

  4. 2d ago

    Housing Debate Heats Up, Reimagined Parking Lots, the 'Burbs Aren't Bad

    Salt Lake City’s new housing proposal has people up in arms, but why? Executive producer Emily Means and newsletter editor Terina Ria are joined by former City Council Member Darin Mano to explain. Plus, unpaving paradise to get rid of a parking lot, and why the ‘burbs are so great.   Resources and references: Salt Lake City's contentious housing options proposal receives key endorsement [KSL] A mini-city, green space or something else? Here’s what you said that huge SLC parking lot should be. [Salt Lake Tribune] Become a member of City Cast Salt Lake today! It’s the best way to support our work and help make sure we are around for years to come.  Subscribe to our daily morning newsletter. You can also find us on Instagram @CityCastSLC. Text or leave us a voicemail with your name and neighborhood, and you might hear it on the show: (801) 203-0137 Looking to advertise on City Cast Salt Lake? Check out our options for podcast and newsletter ads. Learn more about the sponsors of this episode:  Avenues Street Fair University of Utah-College of Fine Arts Stewardship Utah Salt Lake Sewciety

  5. 3d ago

    ‘Your City Could Be Better’: How One Oregon City is Lowering Energy Costs — Presented By City Cast Salt Lake

    What’s a seemingly small project in Salt Lake City that’s made a big difference? In the Oregon suburb of Tualatin, a drinking water pipe has just been fitted with a seamless electrical turbine, so that an existing utility can now have a dual purpose. David is joined by Nic Westendorf, Tualatin’s deputy public works director, to talk about the power of thinking local, using existing tools, and looking ahead to a sustainable future to inform what we do today. 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.

  6. 5d ago

    Fat Bird Week, Utah’s Oversight Issue, Free Book Giveaway

    The Governor's Office of Economic Development gave away millions of dollars without tracking how it was being used. Executive producer Emily Means, producer Ivana Martinez, and City Cast Salt Lake contributor Chandler Rosenberg give their takeaways. Plus, it's Fat Bird Week at the Great Salt Lake, and picks of the week. Resources and references: Can a Little Bird Save Great Salt Lake? [City Cast Salt Lake 🎧]  Tickets for Sandhill Crane Viewing Day, OWL-o-ween, Goshute Mountains HawkWatch Follow Great Salt Lake Audubon for more bird events Audit blasts past leadership of Governor’s Office of Economic Development for lack of oversight [ABC 4] Free Book Giveaway at Marissa’s Bookstore Become a member of City Cast Salt Lake today! It’s the best way to support our work and help make sure we are around for years to come.  Subscribe to our daily morning newsletter. You can also find us on Instagram @CityCastSLC.  Text or leave us a voicemail with your name and neighborhood, and you might hear it on the show: (801) 203-0137 Looking to advertise on City Cast Salt Lake? Check out our options for podcast and newsletter ads. If you enjoyed this interview with Bianca Velasquez from Rocky Mountain Power, learn more here. Learn more about the sponsors of this episode:  The Shop Canyon View Credit Union

  7. 6d ago

    Will Voters Pay for Better Parks? LDS Abortion Politics, Cheesesteaks in Sandy.

    The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints is weighing in against abortion measures in Idaho and Nevada. Host Ali Vallarta and City Cast Salt Lake contributors Cassie Bingham and Scott Wessman discuss what the church’s involvement could foreshadow for Utah. Plus, Salt Lake County voters will decide whether to fund $128 million in parks and recreation projects, and a few things we think are cool. Resources and references: LDS Church weighs in on abortion ballot measure in a second state [Salt Lake Tribune] We visited 500+ Salt Lake parks. Here's what we found. [City Cast Salt Lake 🎧] Become a member of City Cast Salt Lake today! It’s the best way to support our work and help make sure we are around for years to come.  Subscribe to our daily morning newsletter. You can also find us on Instagram @CityCastSLC. Text or leave us a voicemail with your name and neighborhood, and you might hear it on the show: (801) 203-0137 Looking to advertise on City Cast Salt Lake? Check out our options for podcast and newsletter ads. Learn more about the sponsors of this episode:  The Shop

  8. Sep 23

    Utah’s Fertility Rate Drops, Game Day Wings, Cheap Yard Games

    Utah’s fertility rate is declining. Host Ali Vallarta and City Cast Salt Lake contributor Andy Larsen ask Emily Harris, a senior demographic analyst for the Gardner Policy Institute, about why it’s got lawmakers in a panic. Plus, we plan your next game day party, with local ideas for food and more. Resources and references: Utah’s Declining Fertility Rate [Kem C. Gardner Policy Institute]  Anxious About Aging? Retire on a College Campus. [City Cast Salt Lake] Become a member of City Cast Salt Lake today! It’s the best way to support our work and help make sure we are around for years to come.  Subscribe to our daily morning newsletter. You can also find us on Instagram @CityCastSLC. Text or leave us a voicemail with your name and neighborhood, and you might hear it on the show: (801) 203-0137 Looking to advertise on City Cast Salt Lake? Check out our options for podcast and newsletter ads. Learn more about the sponsors of this episode:  The Shop Gabe Kelii

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City Cast Salt Lake is SLC’s daily news podcast. Join host Ali Vallarta and a bevy of smart and entertaining locals for conversations about the issues that matter most. City Cast Salt Lake will celebrate the city’s triumphs, explore its history, (try to) solve its mysteries, and it’ll help you feel more connected to the Wasatch Front – whether you’ve lived here for six months or six generations. Learn more and subscribe to our daily newsletter at saltlake.citycast.fm.

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