City Cast Las Vegas

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City Cast Las Vegas is an an award-winning daily podcast and newsletter created by and for locals (and locals-at-heart) that’ll challenge the easy narratives about our city … and, okay, maybe confirm a few of them, too.  Join us every weekday morning for the messy, delightful, complicated conversations that Las Vegans are having: You’ll hear us ask hard questions about where we’ll get our water when Lake Mead runs out, and how we’ll keep housing affordable. We’ll argue over our favorite Chinatown bars, and share insider tips on the best tacos in town. City Cast Las Vegas will show you how loving a city means celebrating it and also holding it accountable, while having some fun along the way—because Las Vegans know how to have a good time. Learn more and subscribe to our daily newsletter at lasvegas.citycast.fm. Named Best Podcast by The Las Vegas Weekly 2025

  1. 6h ago

    Will the Caesars Sale Change the Strip? Plus, the BTS Ripple Effect and a Historic Golden Knights Playoff Run

    After months of speculation, Houston-based billionaire Tillman Fertitta announced Thursday that his company would buy Caesars Entertainment in a deal worth $17.6 billion. It’s the second Caesars sale in just six eight years – but will it change the complexion of the Las Vegas Strip? Host Jesse Merrick is joined by Kip Kelly, Founding Creative Director at the Beverly Theater, and Executive Producer Layla Muhammad to break it all down. Plus, the team discusses the wide-reaching ripple effects of BTS’s Las Vegas takeover, and whether or not Vegas Golden Knights fill-in coach John Tortorella deserves an apology from … basically everyone after the Knights punched their third ticket to the Stanley Cup Finals in just nine years. Plus, in our members-only bonus segment, we look at why Las Vegas’ tax revenues are riding high – and why that hasn’t translated for the people who actually live here.  If you enjoyed this interview with IS LUXURY's, Luxury Real Estate Advisor, Hollly Erker learn more here. Want to get in touch? Follow us @CityCastVegas on Instagram, or email us at lasvegas@citycast.fm. You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719. For more Las Vegas news, make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter. Learn more about becoming a City Cast Las Vegas Neighbor at membership.citycast.fm. Looking to advertise on City Cast Las Vegas? Check out our options for podcast and newsletter ads at citycast.fm/advertise.

    35 min
  2. You Might Also Like: The Run-Through with Vogue

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    You Might Also Like: The Run-Through with Vogue

    Introducing Vogue Editors Answer Your Summer Dressing Questions with Liana Satenstein from The Run-Through with Vogue. Follow the show: The Run-Through with Vogue Dressing for the summer is no easy feat, no matter where in the world you’re located. On this special episode, Nicole and Chioma are joined by contributing writer and former Vogue staffer Liana Satenstein. Liana, who heads up the Addressed column where she tackles all kinds of fashion dilemmas, came on to talk through all of the most pressing summer dressing issues.  “I like to write about the more saucy sides of what to wear and what not to wear,” Liana told the hosts, referencing one of her first installments in which she answered the question of whether or not a bra is mandatory for the workplace. The short answer: it depends. But the group was in agreement that the overly padded push-up bra or the “chicken cutlet” bra as Vogue Runway’s Sarah Mower termed it, is generally not the move.  They then moved on to the very toe-pical conversation of the summer shoe. Recorded on the heels of Mathieu Blazy’s Chanel resort show in which he debuted the controversial anti-shoe, feet were a hot topic. “Phalangeal fodder for the ages!” was Liana’s assessment, “I have to choose my words carefully, but those are deliciously demented demi-sandals.” The verdict was that this shoe was not intended for the filthy city streets, but might find a home on a red carpet or beach sometime soon. Instead, for those looking to show some toe this summer, Birkenstocks and kitten heels might be a more pragmatic choice.  Then came the evergreen dilemmas of what to do with unwanted hand-me-down from a loved one (“an albatross around my neck”) and how to clean and maintain a closet with limited space. Liana’s advice is to give yourself a time limit. “60 seconds, find one thing that you do not wear—I'm sure you can do it. Do that once a day for seven days, and at the end of the week you have seven pieces that you can part with.” Other summer sartorial plights they addressed included how to put together an office appropriate outfit in the sweltering summer, what is on their summer shopping wishlists, and what the modern rules are for what to wear to someone else’s wedding. For more nuance than “don’t wear white”, tune in.  The Run-Through with Vogue is your go-to podcast where fashion meets culture. Hosted by Chloe Malle, Head of Editorial Content, Vogue U.S.; Chioma Nnadi, Head of British Vogue; and Nicole Phelps, Director of Vogue Runway, each episode features the latest fashion news and exclusive designer and celebrity interviews. Learn about your ad choices: dovetail.prx.org/ad-choices 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. 1d ago

    Your Friends Are Coming To Vegas. Now What?

    We’ve all been there. Your friend, your uncle, your friend’s cousin’s uncle – they’re coming to Las Vegas and they need a local’s opinion on where they should go to get the full Las Vegas experience. Well fear not, the City Cast Las Vegas team has you covered, as we discuss not just the tourist traps that are actually worth it and the restaurants you can’t miss, but the hidden gems that are only going to come from someone in the know.  Want to get in touch? Follow us @CityCastVegas on Instagram, or email us at lasvegas@citycast.fm. You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719. For more Las Vegas news, make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter. Learn more about becoming a City Cast Las Vegas Neighbor at membership.citycast.fm. Looking to advertise on City Cast Las Vegas? Check out our options for podcast and newsletter ads at citycast.fm/advertise.

    28 min

  4. 2d ago

    Can CCSD Plan Its Way Out of a Crisis? Plus, Homeless Encampment Woes and a Red Light Camera Psych Experiment

    Staring down a budget crisis, falling test scores and tumbling enrollment data, the Clark County School District’s recently-released five-year-plan is committing to solving those problems and more. But can it be done? Nevada Current Reporters April Corbin Girnus and Michael “MJ” Lyle join host Jesse Merrick to find out. Plus, the team dives into the county’s “whack-a-mole” approach to solving homeless encampments, and whether a new experiment with red light cameras is all it's cracked up to be.  If you enjoyed this interview with TaskRabbit's software engineer, Cody Goeken, learn more here.  Want to get in touch? Follow us @CityCastVegas on Instagram, or email us at lasvegas@citycast.fm. You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719. For more Las Vegas news, make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter. Learn more about becoming a City Cast Las Vegas Neighbor at membership.citycast.fm. Looking to advertise on City Cast Las Vegas? Check out our options for podcast and newsletter ads at citycast.fm/advertise.

    34 min

  5. 3d ago

    Why Nevada Politicians Are Skipping Debates

    As Nevada candidates increasingly skip debates and dodge traditional media interviews, are voters losing out on accountability? Host Jesse Merrick sits down with Nevada Independent reporter Tabitha Mueller to explore how social media has transformed political campaigning, allowing candidates to bypass journalists and deliver unfiltered messages directly to voters. They discuss whether this shift toward TikTok and Instagram is democratizing political communication or simply helping politicians avoid tough questions. Want to get in touch? Follow us @CityCastVegas on Instagram, or email us at lasvegas@citycast.fm. You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719. For more Las Vegas news, make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter. Learn more about becoming a City Cast Las Vegas Neighbor at membership.citycast.fm. Looking to advertise on City Cast Las Vegas? Check out our options for podcast and newsletter ads at citycast.fm/advertise.

    24 min

  6. May 22

    Nevada's First Children's Hospital, Hate for the Golden Knights, and the Heart Attack Grill Flatlines

    Las Vegas is getting Nevada’s first standalone children's hospital, but will the city have enough medical professionals to staff it? Host Jesse Merrick digs into the $1 billion project with newsletter editor Rob Kachelriess and executive producer Layla Muhammad. Plus, why the Golden Knights are the most hated team in the NHL, the Heart Attack Grill's dramatic closure after 15 years on Fremont Street. Want to get in touch? Follow us @CityCastVegas on Instagram, or email us at lasvegas@citycast.fm. You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719. For more Las Vegas news, make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter. Learn more about becoming a City Cast Las Vegas Neighbor at membership.citycast.fm. Looking to advertise on City Cast Las Vegas? Check out our options for podcast and newsletter ads at citycast.fm/advertise.

    32 min

  7. May 21

    Who Wins Summer in the USA? Las Vegas Makes Its Case

    City Cast Twin Cities host Sean McPherson hosts this showdown where 12 City Cast reps, including City Cast Las Vegas host Jesse Merrick, 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 Jesse beat out his competitors from Chicago, DC, Denver, Madison, Nashville, Philly, Pittsburgh, Portland, Salt Lake, Seattle, and the Twin Cities? Want to get in touch? Follow us @CityCastVegas on Instagram, or email us at lasvegas@citycast.fm. You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719. For more Las Vegas news, make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter. Learn more about becoming a City Cast Las Vegas Neighbor at membership.citycast.fm. Looking to advertise on City Cast Las Vegas? Check out our options for podcast and newsletter ads at citycast.fm/advertise.

    54 min

  8. May 20

    Vegas Goes All in on K-Pop and Korean Culture

    Las Vegas has quietly emerged as one of the country’s fastest-growing hubs for Korean culture — and starting today, K-pop juggernaut BTS is putting that status to the test with a city takeover for the rest of the month. Host Jesse Merrick speaks with Haya Whang, founder of Koreative Events, and executive producer Layla Muhammad to explore why Las Vegas is betting on K-culture to help boost tourism numbers, from large-scale official activations to intimate local fan events, plus where to find the best Korean food when the BTS Army arrives. If you enjoyed this interview with IS LUXURY's, Luxury Real Estate Advisor, Holly Erker learn more here. Want to get in touch? Follow us @CityCastVegas on Instagram, or email us at lasvegas@citycast.fm. You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719. For more Las Vegas news, make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter. Learn more about becoming a City Cast Las Vegas Neighbor at membership.citycast.fm. Looking to advertise on City Cast Las Vegas? Check out our options for podcast and newsletter ads at citycast.fm/advertise.

    30 min
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City Cast Las Vegas is an an award-winning daily podcast and newsletter created by and for locals (and locals-at-heart) that’ll challenge the easy narratives about our city … and, okay, maybe confirm a few of them, too.  Join us every weekday morning for the messy, delightful, complicated conversations that Las Vegans are having: You’ll hear us ask hard questions about where we’ll get our water when Lake Mead runs out, and how we’ll keep housing affordable. We’ll argue over our favorite Chinatown bars, and share insider tips on the best tacos in town. City Cast Las Vegas will show you how loving a city means celebrating it and also holding it accountable, while having some fun along the way—because Las Vegans know how to have a good time. Learn more and subscribe to our daily newsletter at lasvegas.citycast.fm. Named Best Podcast by The Las Vegas Weekly 2025

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