201 episodes
City Cast Boise City Cast
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4.7 • 66 Ratings
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City Cast Boise is the daily news podcast that connects us to the city we love. With a companion newsletter, it’s the place where curiosity and passion for Boise meet. Host Emma Arnold local comedian and podcaster, and she’s excited to talk about people, places, and problems that matter to you.
Every weekday morning, Emma will introduce you to your neighbors — from newcomers to born-and-raised Boiseans. It’s like eavesdropping on a great conversation overheard at your favorite downtown coffee shop, except in this case you’re invited to join in. We’ll engage with you online and on the podcast, with stories that spark passion and delight — but sometimes also frustration and anger. With a clear-eyed vision of the challenges and triumphs of our rapidly changing Boise, the podcast will make you feel more connected to this city we share.
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Boise’s Hidden Queer History Still Has Echoes Today
We like to think of Boise as a place where all are welcome, but our history has some dark secrets of exclusion. To mark Pride Month, citizen historian Graham McBride is here to walk us through a 1950s scandal where more than a dozen gay men were arrested for engaging in consensual sex. We’re talking secrecy, prejudice, and how the “boys of Boise” story still has echoes today.
We’re doing a survey to learn more about our listeners, so we can make City Cast [City] an even better, more useful podcast for you. We’d be grateful if you took the survey at citycast.fm/survey—it’s only 5 minutes long. You’ll be doing us a big favor. Plus, anyone who takes the survey will be eligible to win a $250 Visa gift card.
Want some more Boise stories? Head over to our Hey Boise newsletter where you’ll get a cheatsheet to the city every weekday morning.
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Will an Idaho Chef Win a James Beard Award Tonight?
The James Beard Foundation awards ceremony for restaurants is tonight in Chicago, and for the first time, two Idaho chefs are finalists. Salvador Alamilla of AMANO and Kris Komori of KIN are talking with host Emma Arnold about what tonight means to them. Plus, they share the food they eat in Boise when they’re not working in their kitchens.
Watch the award ceremony livestream here Monday at 4:30 MDT.
Want some more Boise food news? Head over to our Hey Boise newsletter where you’ll get a menu-sized cheatsheet to the city every weekday morning.
We’re doing a survey to learn more about our listeners, so we can make City Cast [City] an even better, more useful podcast for you. We’d be grateful if you took the survey at citycast.fm/survey—it’s only 5 minutes long. You’ll be doing us a big favor. Plus, anyone who takes the survey will be eligible to win a $250 Visa gift card.
Can’t get enough of us?! We get it. Follow us on Twitter and Instagram.
Interested in advertising with City Cast Boise? Find more info HERE.
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Housing Crisis Updates, Greenbelt Envy, and Boise’s Moment of Zen
It’s your Friday news download! Rachel Spacek with the Idaho Statesman is here to give us the latest on the city’s wild housing market. From rental assistance drying up to why homeowners might save money on their taxes this year, there’s a lot to sift through. We also share a moment of joy from the City of Boise this week. Plus, is Meridian jealous of the Greenbelt?
We’re doing a survey to learn more about our listeners, so we can make City Cast [City] an even better, more useful podcast for you. We’d be grateful if you took the survey at citycast.fm/survey—it’s only 5 minutes long. You’ll be doing us a big favor. Plus, anyone who takes the survey will be eligible to win a $250 Visa gift card.
Want some more Boise news? Head over to our Hey Boise newsletter where you’ll get a breakdown of the stories you need to know every weekday morning.
Can’t get enough of us?! We get it. Follow us on Twitter and Instagram.
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Is Boise Finally Fashionable?
The joke goes that Boise’s about 15 years behind every trend. But with our love of outdoorsy gear, did we just become unintentionally trendy? Style icon and producer Evelyn Avitia is here to critique our latest fits, break down the “gorpcore” look, and share tips on how to have your own fashion moment this summer.
What do you think Boise’s fashion taste this season? Let us know by sending us a voicemail or text: 208-546-9485.
Want some more Boise news? Head over to our Hey Boise newsletter where you’ll get a cheatsheet to the city every weekday morning.
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Your Guide to Boise’s Best Donuts
Friday is National Donut Day, so we’re asking the big maple-frosted question: Who has the best donuts in the Treasure Valley? Hey Boise newsletter editor Blake Hunter and producer Evelyn Avitia are with Emma to talk fave local spots, hidden gems, and where they never go — even when their sweet tooth is at an eleven.
What’s your favorite donut in Boise? Let us know by sending us a voicemail or text: 208-546-9485.
We’re doing a survey to learn more about our listeners, so we can make City Cast [City] an even better, more useful podcast for you. We’d be grateful if you took the survey at citycast.fm/survey—it’s only 5 minutes long. You’ll be doing us a big favor. Plus, anyone who takes the survey will be eligible to win a $250 Visa gift card.
Want some more Boise news? Head over to our Hey Boise newsletter where you’ll get a cheatsheet to the city every weekday morning.
Can’t get enough of us?! We get it. Follow us on Twitter and Instagram.
Interested in advertising with City Cast Boise? Find more info HERE.
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How Boise’s Isolation Shaped Our Culture
Summer concerts are just around the corner, and lots of touring bands are stopping in Boise. But it wasn’t always so easy to persuade bands to play here. As we get our summer concert schedule squared away, we’re revisiting a conversation Emma had with Greg Hahn from Surel’s Place. He shares his theory of how isolation shaped our arts and culture scene, for good and not-so-good.
Agree with Greg’s culture-shaping theory? Let us know by sending us a voicemail or text: 208-546-9485.
Want some more Boise news? Head over to our Hey Boise newsletter where you’ll get a cheatsheet to the city every weekday morning.
Can’t get enough of us?! We get it. Follow us on Twitter and Instagram.
Interested in advertising with City Cast Boise? Find more info HERE.
Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Customer Reviews
OUTSTANDING
Emma and her team find the most interesting and informative aspects of living in Boise, with humor and intelligence. I have never been disappointed in any episode, and neither will you.
Exceptional
I literally came across this podcast a few weeks ago from someone I follow on Twitter and I’m hooked. I’ve lived here 11 years and forget how much Boise and surrounding areas have to offer, thanks Covid pandemic. Now that spring weather is here I’m off to rediscover new places and the forgotten ones.
Great topics!
I love how Boise and Idaho are covered, especially since I listen to get a better feel for the place after only visiting a few times. The topics and discussion are leaps and bounds above my home town City Cast (Denver). Great coverage of outdoor activities, quirky things to do, challenges, food…love it. The host/producer/editor have great perspectives.