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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.

  1. 10h ago

    A Secretive Push To Privatize Oregon Liquor, City Council Candidate’s Embarrassing Website Mix-up, and Portland’s Pettiest Gripes

    Today on City Cast Portland, we're talking about why there’s a secretive effort to privatize Oregon liquor sales and what it would mean for prices. We’re also looking at some of Portland’s pettiest gripes. Plus, does a City Council candidate even know what our City Hall looks like? Joining host Claudia Meza are Bryan M. Vance (founder of Stumptown Savings, your friendly food economy newsletter) and our very own senior producer Giulia Fiaoni. Discussed in today's episode: A mysterious duo is trying to get liquor privatization on the 2028 ballot [Stumptown Savings]  Radiolab Presents: Dolly Parton's America  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 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 August 26th episode: Rose City Comic Con Northwest Children's Theater - Use code SUMMERSALE for 20% off tickets Stacked Piercing - take 20% off your first booking with code CITYCAST20 Montavilla Jazz Grand Central Bakery

  2. 11h ago ·  Bonus

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    Introducing The Financial Mistake We Keep Making and How to Stop from The Oprah Podcast. Follow the show: The Oprah Podcast BUY THE BOOK! '1929: Inside the Greatest Crash in Wall Street History--and How It Shattered a Nation' by Andrew Ross Sorkin Are we headed for a financial crash like the one in 1929? Oprah sits down with Andrew Ross Sorkin, financial columnist for The New York Times, co-anchor of CNBC's Squawk Box and bestselling author of 1929: Inside the Greatest Crash in Wall Street History and How It Shattered a Nation, for a thought-provoking conversation about money, human nature and the warning signs we may be missing right now. From the irrational exuberance of the Roaring Twenties to meme stocks, A.I. and today’s “YOLO” culture Andrew explores the surprising parallels between then and now and why every generation eventually faces a financial reckoning. Andrew answers audience questions about whether we could be headed for another major downturn and what that could mean for everyday Americans. Plus, he shares some of his most important money lessons: from why women may be better investors and the six-month savings rule to teaching kids the value of a dollar and preparing for an uncertain financial future. 00:00:00 - Welcome Andrew Ross Sorkin, author of “1929”  00:04:50 - Credit didn’t exist 00:07:00 - How 1929 parallels today 00:08:33 - Biggest lessons from 1929 00:12:09 - The patterns that give Andrew pause  00:14:20 - Andrew was daunted by writing this book  00:17:50 - The financial crash is coming  00:20:12 - America would have been better off with women in charge  00:22:00 - Retirement is a woman’s issue  00:23:15 - Advice for recession  00:25:20 - Most Americans are not ready  00:27:25 - Will AI delay life milestones? 00:28:52 - Financial mistake people make over and over  00:30:50 - Is college still important?  00:33:13 - Important financial lessons for kids 00:36:00 - What Andrew has learned about power 00:38:45 - Are trillionaires a problem?  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

    Are Home Kitchens the New Food Carts? Plus, Portland Fire’s New Mascot and the Rise of  Portland’s Tabletop Gaming

    We're talking about Portland metro’s growing home-based food scene, from donuts to birria to supper clubs — as well as the rise of Portland’s tabletop gaming scene. Joining host Claudia Meza are food and drink reporters Brooke Jackson-Glidden and Alex Frane.  Discussed in today's episode: Portland’s Coolest Game Shop Hides in Black Water’s Record Store [Willamette Week]  Carmack’s Maíz con Raíz  Cooking with Rel Dark Future Guardian Games Everyone is John Shadowdark Into the Odd Thirsty Sword Lesbians Glitter Hearts Monster of the Week Mothership Dungeons and Drag Queens 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 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 August 25th episode: Rose City Comic Con Northwest Children's Theater - Use code SUMMERSALE for 20% off tickets Stacked Piercing - take 20% off your first booking with code CITYCAST20 Montavilla Jazz Grand Central Bakery

  4. 2d ago

    Mayor Wilson Snubs Progressive Council, Elephants Deli Won't Return to Goose Hollow, and Portland Bridges for Cats

    We're talking about two Portlanders going all out for their cats, Mayor Keith Wilson picking favorites in the upcoming City Council election, and the plans for the fire-damaged Elephant's Delicatessen in Northwest. Joining host Claudia Meza are Oregonian City Hall reporter Shane Dixon Kavanaugh and Bryan M. Vance, founder of Stumptown Savings (your friendly neighborhood grocery economy newsletter).  Become a member of City Cast Portland! Join today, and we'll send you some exclusive City Cast Portland swag, while supplies last. Get all the details and sign up here.  Discussed in today's episode: This family built stunning replicas of Portland bridges in their backyard — exclusively for their cats [Oregonian] Portland mayor picks favorites in upcoming City Council contests [Oregonian] Possible plans emerge for fire-damaged Elephants Delicatessen [Portland Business Journal] 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 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 August 24th episode: Rose City Comic Con Northwest Children's Theater - Use code SUMMERSALE for 20% off tickets Stacked Piercing - take 20% off your first booking with code CITYCAST20 Montavilla Jazz

  5. 3d ago

    ‘Your City Could Be Better’: How Portland Made Its River Cool

    Have you ever swam in the Willamette? Kayaked? Tiki toured? There are tons of opportunities to get in the river, yet lots of locals still avoid the water because of its (outdated) reputation of being polluted. The river is now safe and swimmable thanks to decades of work from advocates, journalists, and politicians to restore the ecosystem and cleanliness, and City Cast Portland host Claudia Meza joins Your City Could Be Better to talk about all the ways the Willamette can now be your urban playground. Mentioned on the show: Portland’s riverfront park, named after former Governor Tom McCall Swiss residents using river to swim home from work RFK Jr. swimming (in jeans) in Rock Creek in Washington, D.C. 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

    Why a Portland Cop is Suing a 76-Year-Old Woman. Plus, the Portlanders Using the Most Water and Another Wild City Audit

    We’re talking about the police officer suing an elderly woman for falling off her steps, the Portlanders being accused of using the most water, and a new city audit showing how bad the city is at hiring contract workers. Joining host Claudia Meza are Willamette Week City Hall reporter Sophie Peel and our very own senior producer Giulia Fiaoni. Become a member of City Cast Portland! Join today, and we'll send you some exclusive City Cast Portland swag, while supplies last. Get all the details and sign up here.  Discussed in today's episode: Portland cop came to check on woman’s welfare, then fell down her steps. Now he’s suing her for $2M [Oregonian] Hydro Hogs [Willamette Week] Portland wasted $650k in tax dollars on contractors who couldn't do the job [KATU 2] 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 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 August 21st episode: Salishan Coastal Lodge Stacked Piercing - take 20% off your first booking with code CITYCAST20 PaintCare Grand Central Bakery

  7. 6d ago

    Wildfire-Safe Camping Spots, Portland's Shrinking Population, and Mailbag

    We're talking about why our city is getting older, not figuratively but quite literally. We also have updates on the Grasshopper Wildfire and tips on how to be fire safe when recreating outdoors. Plus we’re diving into our mailbag and hearing from you, our listeners. Joining host Claudia Meza are Willamette Week reporter and author Brianna Wheeler as well as outdoor educator and founder of Wild Solitude Guiding, Norther Emily.  Become a member of City Cast Portland! Join today, and we'll send you some exclusive City Cast Portland swag, while supplies last. Get all the details and sign up here.  Discussed in today's episode: 2 Portland spots make New York Times list of America’s ‘greatest Mexican restaurants’ [Oregonian] PSU Forecasts Multnomah County Could Lose More Than 17,000 School-Aged Children in the Next Decade [Willamette Week] Mt. Hood National Forest Fire Restrictions [usda.gov] 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 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 August 20th episode: Salishan Coastal Lodge Stacked Piercing - take 20% off your first booking with code CITYCAST20 PaintCare Grand Central Bakery

  8. Aug 19

    Why Portland's Chain Restaurants Are Cooler Than Most Cities

    Today on City Cast Portland we're rating local chains: which are our favorites, our guilty pleasures, and even the specific Portland locations of some sinful national chains our team enjoys. Joining host Claudia Meza are producers John Notarianni and Giulia Fiaoni. This episode originally aired on March 10, 2026. Become a member of City Cast Portland! ⁠Join today⁠, and we'll send you some exclusive City Cast Portland swag, while supplies last. 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 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 August 19th episode: ⁠Salishan Coastal Lodge⁠ ⁠Stacked Piercing⁠ - take 20% off your first booking with code CITYCAST20 ⁠PaintCare⁠ ⁠Grand Central Bakery⁠

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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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