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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. 22h ago

    Why All Elections Should Get the MN Treatment. Plus, Pop-Ups Worth the Line

    Good pop-ups are restaurant quality. We’ll talk about the ones worth waiting down the block for. Election Day is closer than you think, and with all the big-ticket races you might miss the ones that really matter close to home. Here’s why you should pay attention to who's your county commissioner. Finally, we’re joined by Francesca Fiorentini, host of the podcast The Bitchuation Room. Catch her at the Parkway Theater with special guests Sen. Zaynab Mohamed and comedian Lizz Winstead. Learn more about the topics discussed in today's episode: ⁠Become a City Cast Twin Cities Neighbor⁠ ⁠The Bitchuation Room LIVE⁠ Pop-ups to follow: ⁠@_fish_food812⁠, ⁠@bangkoksweetheart.mn⁠, ⁠@ratio.matcha.mpls⁠, ⁠@cafecitohouse⁠, ⁠@brookefaudree⁠ for Tatin Learn more about the sponsors of this August 19th episode: ⁠Ordway Center for the Performing Arts⁠ ⁠Science Museum of Minnesota⁠ ⁠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.

  2. 1d ago

    Duluth's Best Kept Secrets. Plus, Gaelynn Lea On Her Debut Memoir

    Today we are revisiting a conversation about what makes Duluth punch so far above its weight in music and arts. We’ll head north with Kristi Olson, publisher of the biweekly print zine On the Record, who maps out the Duluth arts scene and shares what's worth catching this summer. Then, Duluth fiddle artist and NPR Tiny Desk Contest winner Gaelynn Lea joins to talk about her debut memoir “It Wasn't Meant to Be Perfect”, a candid look at music, disability, and life as a touring artist. Learn more about the topics discussed in today's episode:It Wasn't Meant to Be Perfect (Gaelynn Lea) On the Record Zine (Kristi Olson) Duluth Homegrown Music Festival Magic Smelt Parade (Visit Duluth) Become a City Cast Twin Cities Neighbor Learn more about the sponsors of this August 18th episode: Ordway Center for the Performing Arts Science Museum of Minnesota 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.

  3. 2d ago

    ShotSpotter's False Positives, the Whiskey Scheme that Built St. Paul, and Korean-Inspired Live Guitar

    Today, we dig into Minneapolis's long-running and expensive ShotSpotter gunshot detection program with Ella Stern of the Minnesota Spokesman-Recorder, then historian Drew M. Ross joins to unpack the swindles, land grabs, and bitter rivalries that explain why Minneapolis and St. Paul never merged into one city. Plus, hear guitarist Conor Lee perform an original composition on the White Squirrel patio. Learn more about the topics discussed in today's episode: ⁠Following policing and surveillance concerns, Minneapolis to receive audit of ShotSpotter technology ⁠(MSR) ⁠Becoming the Twin Cities⁠ (Minnesota Historical Society) ⁠Conor Lee⁠ ⁠Become a City Cast Twin Cities Neighbor⁠ Learn more about the sponsors of this August 17th episode: ⁠Ordway Center for the Performing Arts⁠ ⁠Science Museum of Minnesota⁠ 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.

  4. 5d ago

    State Fair's 'Biggest Battle,' a $32M Budget Hole, and Bauhaus Brewery's Dramatic Comeback

    With the State Fair just around the corner, Minnesota and Ramsey County are taking an unusual legal step – suing two local gangs to stop a brawl that one of them literally advertised on social media. We’ll break down what the civil gang nuisance law actually does and why the Somali community has real reason to be nervous, then we’ll sit down with Eric Harris Bernstein, vice president of the Minneapolis Board of Estimate and Taxation, to untangle a $32 million budget gap, a double-digit property tax hike, and what it means that a police department keeps blowing past its budget. Plus, a rousing game of Hot Dish Hushhh (for members only!), and find out why Sean thinks “squash is trash”. Learn more about the topics discussed in today's episode: Become a City Cast Twin Cities Neighbor Bauhaus Brew Labs will reopen on August 15, 2026 Injunctions banning Somali gangs from State Fair receives support from community members (Sahan Journal) State, Ramsey County sue gangs to prevent MN State Fair violence (Pioneer Press)   Minnesota State Fair assistant police chief sues Ramsey County sheriff for retaliation (MPR News)  Twin Cities Somali leaders criticize Ramsey County sheriff's approach to youth gang violence (MPR News)  Minneapolis mayor proposes millions in cuts, over 100 job cuts and 11.3% property tax increase (Star Tribune) Frey outlines new approach to Minneapolis police spending for 2027 city budget (MPR News)   Eric Harris Bernstein on police spending (Instagram) Judge: St. Paul ‘right to repair’ measure must appear on November ballots (Star Tribune) New Twin Cities LGBTQ magazine set to launch this October (Star Tribune) Learn more about the sponsors of this August 14th episode: Ordway Center for the Performing Arts 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.

  5. 6d ago

    All-Women Governor’s Race. Plus, Nudity at Fringe Fest and Radish Farm Stop

    Have you ever watched a primary election this closely? From the voter turnout to the candidates, Tuesday’s election was historic. We run down the results and what they mean. Plus, theater critic Wesley Hortenbach and Racket editor Jessica Armbruster have watched a lot of shows at Fringe Fest. Here’s what’s worth seeing. A new way to get farm-to-table produce has arrived in the Minneapolis Lynnhurst neighborhood. Lily Gross opened Radish Farm Stop, which makes it easier for small farmers and producers to reach customers.  Learn more about the topics discussed in today's episode: Become a City Cast Twin Cities Neighbor The latest: Minnesota primary election (MPR News) Minnesota Primary Results 2026: Senate, House and Governor  (Associated Press) Ramsey County to get a new commissioner, replacing 30-year veteran (Pioneer Press)Watership Down Magical Athlete Stadium Showdown 1 Hour Left to Live: A One Puppet Show by That Felt Good I Will Become The Silver Surfer. I Will Protect You. First Bite: Radish Farm Stop (Mpls - St. Paul Magazine) Meet Your Candidates: City Cast Twin Cities' 2026 Election Interviews  Learn more about the sponsors of this August 13th episode: Ordway Center for the Performing Arts 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.

  6. Aug 12

    A Lifeline For Weed Drinks, St. Paul Can't Stop Right to Repair, and What's After Primaries?

    Minnesota's thriving THC beverage industry is under threat of a looming federal ban that is set to go into effect on November 12. Indeed Brewing Chief Business Officer Ryan Bandy is on the podcast today to talk about how that would impact breweries, and why a proposed 30-day delay on the ban is actually a pretty big deal. Also, Sean chats with contributor Tane Danger about a tenants' "Right to Repair" ballot measure that will go to St. Paul voters after advocates collected over 5,300 signatures and won a lawsuit against the city. Learn more about the topics discussed in today's episode: State Supreme Court denies St. Paul's last ditch effort to remove right to repair ballot measure (MPR News) Judge orders St. Paul to put Tenant Right to Repair initiative on November ballot (KARE 11)   What a federal ban on THC-infused drinks and snacks could mean for the hemp industry (MPR News) Senate Continues Spending Bill Talks Today—Here's The Hemp Ban Holding It Up (Forbes) Spending Bill with Hemp Extension Passes the Senate (Amy Klobuchar) Become a City Cast Twin Cities Neighbor Learn more about the sponsors of this August 12th episode: Ordway Center for the Performing Arts 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.

  7. Aug 11

    Cultural Cafes as Third Spaces. Plus, Peggy Flanagan on ‘Medicare For All’ and Kendall Qualls on ‘What All Minnesotans Want’

    Late-night hangs don’t have to center alcohol. Writer Ali Elabbady tells us about how Yemeni, Egyptian, and Somali coffee shops are bringing back third spaces. Plus, it’s primary day, where voters decide which party candidates will compete in the general election. We sit down with two more candidates; Lt. Governor Peggy Flanagan is running for the U.S. Senate seat, and Kendall Qualls is running for governor. Hear each candidate’s top priorities for Minnesota.  Learn more about the topics discussed in today's episode: Become a City Cast Twin Cities Neighbor Slow Down! Cultural Cafes Are Offering Places to Settle in With Friends (Racket) Qualls and Lindell pitch ‘radical change’ in vision for governor’s office (Star Tribune)  Learn more about the sponsors of this August 11th episode: Ordway Center for the Performing Arts 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.

  8. Aug 10

    Angie Craig on the Laken Riley Act and Cedrick Frazier on Equity in the Legal System. Plus, MN's Office of Restorative Practices

    Minnesota's Office of Restorative Practices funds and coordinates restorative approaches across pretrial diversion, juvenile justice, schools, and community violence prevention. Alica Nichols leads the office, and she joins the podcast today to talk about what restorative justice looks in violence prevention and in healing communities after violence has taken place. Later, Rep. Angie Craig talks about what she would prioritize if elected as a U.S. Senator, and state Rep. Cedrick Frazier discusses how he would lead if elected as Hennepin County Attorney. Minnesota's primary elections are tomorrow – find your polling place here, and make a plan to vote. You can see transcripts of all of our interviews with candidates this election season here. Learn more about the topics discussed in today's episode: Minnesota's Office of Restorative Practices Angie Craig Cedrick Frazier  Meet Your Candidates: City Cast Twin Cities' 2026 Election Interviews  Become a City Cast Twin Cities NeighborWant 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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