City Cast Portland

City Cast Portland captures the one-of-a-kind creative spirit of this place and tackles who we are and where we’re going — from big deals, like equity and livability, to tiny delights, like the city's most wonderful doughnut.  Host Claudia Meza is so over the notion that ‘Portland is over.’ On the show, she’ll revive your civic pride and stir you to help create local change — through conversations with neighbors, newsmakers, artists and entrepreneurs about our ever-changing city. Learn more and subscribe to our daily newsletter at portland.citycast.fm.

  1. 2D AGO

    Another Threat to Vote-by-Mail, City Hall Takes on Rent Price-Fixing, and Hiring More City Police

    This week, we’re looking into how a Supreme Court decision regarding Mississippi’s elections could impact Oregon and a potential ballot initiative hoping to reallocate 25% of city climate tax revenues to hiring more police officers. Plus, there’s a City Hall proposal to ban rent-setting algorithms from being used in Portland. Joining host Claudia Meza on this week’s Friday news roundup are KBOO news director Althea Billings and our very own executive producer, John Notarianni. Discussed in Today's Episode: Supreme Court Decision on Accepting Mail-In Ballots Could Affect Oregon’s Elections System [Oregonian] Ballot Initiative Will Seek To Reroute 25% of Climate Tax Revenues to Hiring Police [Willamette Week] Portland Council Resurrects Proposal To Ban Rent-Setting Algorithms [Oregonian]    Become a member of City Cast Portland today! Get all the details and sign up here.  Who would you like to hear on City Cast Portland? Shoot us an email at portland@citycast.fm, or leave us a voicemail at 503-208-5448. Want more Portland news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter, Hey Portland, and be sure to follow us on Instagram.  Looking to advertise on City Cast Portland? Check out our options for podcast and newsletter ads at citycast.fm/advertise. Learn more about the sponsors of this November 14th episode: Veganizer The Watermark Visit Walla Walla Portland G&E Babbel - Get up to 55% off at Babbel.com/CITYCAST

    39 min
  2. You Might Also Like: Lipstick on the Rim

    2D AGO · BONUS

    You Might Also Like: Lipstick on the Rim

    Introducing How to Repair Damaged Hair — with Crown Affair Founder Dianna Cohen from Lipstick on the Rim. Follow the show: Lipstick on the Rim This week Molly and Emese sit down with Crown Affair founder Dianna Cohen to talk all things hair—because let’s be honest, it’s one of the questions they get asked about most. From breakage and frizz to dry shampoo and scalp health, Dianna shares the science, ritual, and philosophy behind truly healthy hair. She opens up about how her early career at Into the Gloss shaped her love of beauty, what led her to launch Crown Affair in 2020, and why she believes great hair starts with small daily habits. Together, they unpack the myths around sulfates, over-washing, and dry shampoo, dive into the art of air-drying without frizz, and reveal why brushing might just be the most underrated beauty ritual of all. Dianna also gives her take on hair oils, towel-drying, and how to care for your hair in different climates—Miami humidity, New York winters, and L.A. dryness included. It’s equal parts education and inspiration, full of practical tips you can start using tonight. If you’ve ever wondered how to get shinier, stronger, healthier hair (without overcomplicating it), this episode is for you. A Sony Music Entertainment production.  Find more great podcasts from Sony Music Entertainment at sonymusic.com/podcasts and follow us at @sonypodcasts  To bring your brand to life in this podcast, email podcastadsales@sonymusic.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/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. 5D AGO

    Alleyways, the Mavericks, Benson Bubblers, and More Portland Icons

    Tomorrow, Nov. 12, is one of the most iconic days in Oregon history. It's the 55th anniversary of exploding whale day — when officials in Florence, Ore. decided to clear a beached whale carcass by blowing it up with dynamite. And it's the 55th birthday of Portland legend, figure skater Tonya Harding. So today on City Cast Portland, we're celebrating this holiday with help from local comedian Jay Flewelling and several sharp-tongued folks from our comedy scene. They're sharing their picks for our city and state's most iconic features, characters, and moments from history. Discussed in Today’s Episode: Sketchgiving, a comedy show produced by Jay Flewelling and starring some of today’s comedians. The Iconic People, Places, and Things That Define Portland Today [City Cast Portland]  Become a member of City Cast Portland today! Get all the details and sign up here.  Who would you like to hear on City Cast Portland? Shoot us an email at portland@citycast.fm, or leave us a voicemail at 503-208-5448. Want more Portland news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter, Hey Portland, and be sure to follow us on Instagram.  Looking to advertise on City Cast Portland? Check out our options for podcast and newsletter ads at citycast.fm/advertise. Learn more about the sponsors of this November 11th episode: Veganizer The Watermark Visit Walla Walla Portland G&E Babbel - Get up to 55% off at Babbel.com/CITYCAST

    21 min
  4. 6D AGO

    Where To Find Pickle Ranch Biscuits, Pink Cabbage, the Best Cup of Coffee, and Other Seasonal Goods

    Whether you’re stocking up on groceries, gifts for the holidays, or just looking for something to do on a Saturday morning, the Portland State University Farmers Market has so much to offer. Some stands only open up for the fall and winter, so you do not want to miss out on all the seasonal goodness. Today on City Cast Portland, we’re touring Portland’s largest, year-round farmers market with food writer, educator, chef, and “Food Friends” podcast host Sonya Sanford.  Discussed in Today's Episode: Fire Lily (formerly Exilior) Enchanted Sun  Orange and Blossom Patisserie Money Bowl ROAM   Mio's Delectables  Dos Hermanos Bakery  Robyn's Craft Bakehouse Maxine's Bethel Springs Farm Sunrise Organic Farm  Silly Goose Farms  Eloisa Organic Farm  The Smokery Jacob's Creamery Freddy Guys Hazelnuts Hot Mama Salsa Portland Ashwagandha Farm Go on a PSU Market Tour Food Friends: Home Cooking Made Easy   Become a member of City Cast Portland today! Get all the details and sign up here.  Who would you like to hear on City Cast Portland? Shoot us an email at portland@citycast.fm, or leave us a voicemail at 503-208-5448. Want more Portland news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter, Hey Portland, and be sure to follow us on Instagram.  Looking to advertise on City Cast Portland? Check out our options for podcast and newsletter ads at citycast.fm/advertise. Learn more about the sponsors of this November 10th episode: Veganizer The Watermark Visit Walla Walla Portland G&E Babbel - Get up to 55% off at Babbel.com/CITYCAST

    28 min
  5. NOV 7

    Parks Measure Succeeds, Tensions Rise Over Avalos Fire, and City Begins Camping Crackdown

    Today we’re looking into the massive parks levy Portland voters just passed, the fire that nearly burned down the already strained relationship between our City Council and the police bureau, and the city's long-anticipated enforcement of the camping ban. Joining host Claudia Meza on this week’s Friday news roundup are Oregonian City Hall reporter Shane Dixon Kavanaugh and our very own executive producer, John Notarianni. Discussed in Today's Episode: ⁠Portland Voters Approve Pricey New Parks Levy⁠ [Oregonian]  ⁠How a Fire at the Home of City Councilor Candace Avalos Turned Into a Political Inferno⁠ [Willamette Week]  ⁠Portland Will Begin Enforcing its Camping Ban Today. What Does That Mean?⁠ [OPB] Become a member of City Cast Portland today! Get all the details and sign up ⁠here⁠.⁠ ⁠ Who would you like to hear on City Cast Portland? Shoot us an email at ⁠portland@citycast.fm⁠, or leave us a voicemail at ⁠503-208-5448⁠. Want more Portland news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter, ⁠Hey Portland⁠, and be sure to follow us on ⁠Instagram⁠.  Looking to advertise on City Cast Portland? Check out our options for podcast and newsletter ads at ⁠citycast.fm/advertise⁠. Learn more about the sponsors of this November 7th episode: ⁠Portland PGE⁠ ⁠Portland Art Museum⁠ ⁠Allport⁠ ⁠PBOT⁠ ⁠DUER⁠ - Mention code CCPDX for 15% off ⁠ADX⁠ ⁠Visit Walla Walla⁠

    42 min
4.6
out of 5
208 Ratings

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City Cast Portland captures the one-of-a-kind creative spirit of this place and tackles who we are and where we’re going — from big deals, like equity and livability, to tiny delights, like the city's most wonderful doughnut.  Host Claudia Meza is so over the notion that ‘Portland is over.’ On the show, she’ll revive your civic pride and stir you to help create local change — through conversations with neighbors, newsmakers, artists and entrepreneurs about our ever-changing city. Learn more and subscribe to our daily newsletter at portland.citycast.fm.

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