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Subverting subversiveness through pretentious and ironic cultural commentary that gives precedence to aesthetics and ontology over ethics and politics. Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/stephen-adubato/support
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City Cast is the daily, local audio companion you knew DC needed. Washingtonians are gritty, proud, and resilient — necessary qualities for a community facing issues that range from an affordability crisis to the fight for statehood to the movement for racial justice… and useful qualities for a region full of whip-smart people, dynamic culture, and constant change. Washingtonians are deeply passionate about our city, whose story is still being written, and City Cast DC is here to tell it. Ev ...
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Curious Tourism: Responsible Travel Podcast

Erin Elizabeth Hynes of Pina Travels

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What does it take to make travel better for people and the planet? Join travel writer Erin Hynes, podcast producer, Kattie Laur, and their guests, as they explore their curiosities about what truly makes travel and tourism responsible. Formerly known as Alpaca My Bags Podcast. Follow us on Instagram: @curioustourismpod
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Yelling at concrete isbi-weekly podcast for coffee and conversation, taking a look at the life and interests of the guests who chat with me as well as taking an introverted look at topics I'm interested in! Graham is an artist and passionate creative who thrives on generating conversation and discussion in a more abstract manner than just posing questions so three weeks out of each month with a one week breather he sits down to have a cuppa and chat. When guests come they bring their own top ...
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Not Relationship Goals The Podcast

Not Relationship Goals The Podcast

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For raw, uncensored talk from the mutha$&@$@s you definitely should not take advice from. Kay and Dillon bring you NOT RELATIONSHIP GOALS, conversations from unprofessionals about life, love, bumping uglies and all the gray s**t in between. Follow us on Instagram @notrelationshipgoalspodcast @chefkaymarks and @chillin_dillon
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Shut Up And Dribble

Fung Jen Productions

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This podcast is about more than basketball; it's about culture, business, and everything beyond the X's and O's. From how the NBA addresses social issues to the decline in TV ratings, join Jeffrey Lin, Matt, and friends in discussing how the real world crosses over with basketball. Hosted by Jeffrey Lin Part of Fung Jen Productions Interested in AAPI movies? Reel Asian Podcast dives into some of the most impactful AAPI movies
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Tony Willliams became D.C. mayor at a time of crisis in 1998 and was credited with turning around the city government during his eight years in office. Well, now we’re at another moment of anxiety about Washington’s future, and we figured we’d check in with him about just how screwed we are — and what he thinks we oughta do next. Want some more DC …
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In today’s roundup, we’re talking about how the Nethanyahu visit disrupted local D.C., a catfight over a Georgetown mansion, and what you need to know about the 2024 DMV Made Festival. If you want to hear more about the Old Georgetown Board’s outsized influence, check out our episode about how this group got its power, and how it uses it. Want some…
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There’s more conflict over DC’s weird sports-betting system — and it’s worth paying attention to even if you never gamble, because it says a lot about how the city government is doing its job. The Washington Business Journal’s Alan Kline is here to explain what’s up. Want some more DC news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter Hey D…
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Dognappings in the District have become all too common over the past year, and thieves are going after one breed in particular. As a small dog owner, this story is personal for Axios’ Mimi Montgomery. She shared her reporting with our host Bridget Todd in January, when DC had already seen 11 dognappings in the span of three weeks. Like what we do? …
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DC held its annual restaurant awards, the RAMMYs, on Sunday, and the City Cast team is here to debrief the wins and losses. Plus, DCA is getting five new flights, and UMD released an earth-shattering new report about escalator etiquette. Want some more DC news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter Hey DC. You can also become a membe…
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The building that houses Hana Market at U Street NW and 17th Street NW is up for sale, and it got us thinking about how vulnerable corner markets are to real estate whims. In Capitol Hill, a group of neighbors bought the century-old Mott's Market to protect their beloved community space. We interviewed one of the new owners about how they did it an…
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Alex Blum joins the pod to discuss his essay in the zine about the gentrification of the UFC and his philosophy of MMABuy a copy of the zine so you can read Alex's essay https://cracksinpomo.substack.com/p/order-the-zine-while-you-still-can And check outAlex's work https://alexanderblum.net/ Follow Cracks in Pomo on IG @cracksinpomo and on Twitter …
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The gang is here to talk about the hot hot heat and the not-so-hot future of Silver Spring. And the Olympics are about to start! We’ve got a list of who you should be cheering extra hard for. Want some more DC news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter Hey DC. You can also become a member, with ad-free listening, for as little as $8…
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This week i sit down with the highly recommended Bob Cronin! Bob is a multimedia artist and creator which an in-depth knowledge of life and experience which is fascinating. The voice and host behind @rocdocs with Dennis Ball a talking tennis ball he's also a creator of mash up masterwork the Beastles back when he was under the title dj BC. This was…
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D.C. is in the process of rethinking a part of town called North Capitol Crossroads. And for those of you who think urban planning is a case of big-shot planners coming in and dictating what your neighborhood is going to look like, think again. City Cast’s Bridget Todd worked with the Office of Planning on a podcast about the area and its residents…
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D.C. is a city known for its pupusas. So from El Tamarindo to La Casita, who’s got the best one? The City Cast DC team taste-tested them all (for science!) to get to the bottom of this important question. And go sign up for our morning newsletter Hey DC! You can also become a member, with ad-free listening, for as little as $8 a month. Learn more a…
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A few months ago, when the news site DCist abruptly shut down, it was a shock. So we were intrigued by the rumors that a bunch of former DCist employees were starting up their own, homegrown thing. Natalie Delgadillo and Abby Higgins are two of the founders, and they’re sitting down to give us the exclusive details on what their new organization is…
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It doesn’t get a lot of attention compared to other stuff going on in the presidential election, but Donald Trump has made a number of radical proposals for what he’d do to D.C. if elected. Cuneyt Dil from Axios is here to tell us how it could affect you. Want some more DC news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter Hey DC. You can a…
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We’re talking about the future of the Mall, a spate of weird crime stories, and why you need to go to the Kenilworth Aquatic Gardens right now. Come hang out with us at metrobar tomorrow! RSVP here. Want some more DC news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter Hey DC. You can also become a member, with ad-free listening, for as littl…
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For decades, Prince George’s County has been a top draw for Black professionals looking for a suburban life. But lately its demographics have been changing in interesting ways. Greater Greater Washington’s Olubusayo Shabi is here to tell us more. Want some more DC news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter Hey DC. You can also becom…
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Police are clamping down amid a massive boom in moped riders. But it turns out it’s not just a new way of commuting — mopeds are at the core of a trend in food-delivery where the riders are some of the most vulnerable people in the industry. Axios’ Anna Spiegel is here to explain. Want some more DC news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning ne…
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School’s out, the first big holiday of the summer is past us, and it feels like endless days of humidity lie ahead. So we sat down with food and travel writer Tim Ebner to lay out your perfect summer bucket list for 2024, from one-off events like pig racing (yes you read that right) to the quintessential D.C. summer activities we often take for gra…
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There are so many places to get coffee in DC, it’s a real cafe hot spot. And digital creator Domonique Panton of As Told By Dom is making it her mission to visit every single one in D.C. Here’s her guide to the best underrated cafes in the District. Learn more about the sponsors of this July 3rd episode: Capitol Riverfront Business Improvement Dist…
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Carlos Eire, author of 'They Flew: A History of the Impossible,' joins the pod to discuss levitating saints, post-postmodern spirituality, and why he has hope for the future. Read Stephen's review: https://www.realclearbooks.com/articles/2024/05/10/the_impossible_is_indeed_possible_1030642.html Get his book: https://yalebooks.yale.edu/book/97803002…
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City Cast CEO David Plotz sits down with hosts from all 13 City Cast daily local podcast hubs to talk about what stories they’re watching in their hometowns that are likely to impact yours too. Listen in for how Bridget Todd's story stacks up against the rest. Want some more DC news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter Hey DC. You …
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During a very recent solo podcast I talking about how the internet had become gentrified and in a world of online subscriptions, ad block and internet gate keeping we were in a different age. And Along with that I had another thought. Can you gentrify a human being? A mind? A thought? It's something I believe I've witnessed. Something where those w…
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Crispus Attucks Park in Northeast D.C. is a great place to spend your 4th of July holiday, so we’re revisiting our episode with Tyrone Goodwyn, who helped transform the space from asphalt into a hidden gem. Want some more DC news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter Hey DC. You can also become a member, with ad-free listening, for …
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What’s happening with converting D.C.’s office buildings, rats in Dupont Circle apartments, and swimming in the Anacostia River? To get into all of it, City Cast’s Julia Karron and Ashe Durban join the show to roundup the weekend. Want some more DC news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter Hey DC. You can also become a member, with…
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If you're new here, welcome! We’ve put together a starter pack for you, with episodes and articles to welcome you to the City Cast community. Happy July everyone! July in DC has a lot to offer, despite the oppressive weather. Our hosts Mike Schaffer and Bridget Todd are here to talk about what to do when it’s hot and muggy and gross out this month.…
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DC police are getting drones, DC bicyclists are getting a new trail, and Abraham Lincoln has melted! Washington City Paper’s Alex Koma and City Cast’s Julia Karron join the show to round up the week. Join us for our next live taping at Metrobar DC! Want some more DC news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter Hey DC. You can also bec…
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This week we break new ground with the most people I've ever had on an episode on an episode! I'm hanging out with local New York based band @PostageTramps . Comprised of members : Tristan, Julian, Sophia and Akshay they have been doing what artists do best and finding their sound and space within NYC. That's not an easy route to take especially in…
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If you live on the Red Line, you know it’s been a summer of Metro closures — which makes it a great time to check out one of our favorite early City Cast episodes. We sat down with Metro historian Zack Schrag and transit planner Matt Johnson to talk about one of my favorite pastimes: Making up fantasy Metro lines that can get you exactly where you …
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Did you spend a bunch of money on craft supplies in the early parts of the pandemic that you never really used? Whether you’re an aspiring crafter or a seasoned pro, Madeleine Odendahl, founder of Merry Pin, the city’s first crafting bar and cafe, says D.C. is a great place to get your craft on. Want some more DC news? Then make sure to sign up for…
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A D.C. coffee shop is alleged of kicking anti-union efforts into overdrive, the heat is making Metro slow its roll, and the Folger Shakespeare Library is reopening.To get into all of it, CityCast’s Kaela Cote-Stemmermann and Cuneyt Dil from Axios join the show. Want some more DC news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter Hey DC. You…
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We’ve got a budget for 2025! And it’s very different from the one that we talked about with Mayor Bowser. The Washington Post’s Michael Brice-Saddler is here to tell us the differences between the two, and what the council’s priorities are. Want some more DC news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter Hey DC. You can also become a me…
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Cracks in PoMo contributor AJ Fezza joins me for a walk around Newark's Ironbound neighborhood, as we discuss our shared plight of being assimilated suburban ethnics, as well as Tae Kwon Do, bullies, Italian stuff, and New Jersey life. Follow AJ's on Substack https://substack.com/@ajfezza?utm_source=about-page and on IG https://www.instagram.com/aj…
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We’ve got a zoning battle in Georgetown over bagels, we’ve got a copy of the sports economic study, and we all have to find a way to survive the heat wave crushing the city. ANC member Topher Matthews and the Washington Post’s Michael Brice-Saddler are here to chat all about it. Want some more DC news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning news…
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Since May of this year, Giant has banned bags above a certain size to crack down on shoplifting. For shoppers like our host, Bridget, this means not only an inconvenience, but the company putting corporate responsibility onto their customers. Want some more DC news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter Hey DC. You can also become a …
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Are all those new speed cameras making an impact? Plus, we need to hash out D.C.’s new budget, and how to celebrate Juneteenth! To dig into all of this, we’re joined by Briana Thomas, author of Black Broadway in Washington, D.C. Learn more about the sponsors of this June 18th episode: PaintCare Paulson & Nace Eagle Bank Smithsonian Folklife Festiva…
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Absentee rates at D.C. schools have gone absolutely off the charts. Everyone agrees it’s a problem, but there’s a lot of disagreement about how to fix it. Axios’ Cuneyt Dil has been covering kids playing hooky and grownups playing politics. If you enjoyed this interview with Alliance Française's Executive Director, Sara Dilligenti, learn more here.…
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The Washington Post is making news, we’ve got James Beard award winners in our own backyard, and we get an update on the ultimate park's quest. Ann Limpert from Washingtonian and Jacob Fenston are here to get into all of it. Learn more about the sponsors of this June 14th episode: Casey Trees Alliance Française Eagle Bank Want some more DC news? Th…
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It’s D.C. Parks Week sponsored by Casey Trees, a week of coverage celebrating D.C.’s green spaces. D.C. was recently named the country’s best big city park system by the Trust for Public Land for the fourth time in a row! We are a park city, and not all of our parks are big. Greater Greater Washington’s Dan Reed and Kelly Collins Choi of Casey Tree…
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It’s Parks Week sponsored by Casey Trees! A week of coverage celebrating DC’s green spaces. If you’re hearing more about foraging lately but don’t know where to start, you’re not alone. April Thompson, culinary chair of the Mycological Association of Washington D.C., explains what you need to know to safely and deliciously forage in the DMV. Learn …
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It’s Parks Week sponsored by Casey Trees! A week of coverage celebrating DC’s green spaces. In today’s roundup, we dig into a potential change in D.C.’s weed legalization, recent extreme weather in the area, and why the District is having a great reality TV season. Contact 311 or visit trees.dc.gov for more information on tree maintenance. Check ou…
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It’s Parks Week sponsored by Casey Trees! A week of coverage celebrating D.C.’s green spaces. A recent study says 9 of 11 forests in DC could face failure of regeneration. The National Park Service’s JP Schmit is here to explain what forest regeneration is and what we can do about it. Want some more DC news? Then make sure to sign up for our mornin…
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Stella Tsantekidou joins the pod to discuss the future of feminism, #MeToo, the self-seriousness of the media, and Mediterranean vs. Anglo-American cultural differences. Read Stella's Substack https://humancarbohydrate.substack.com/ and follow her in IG and Xhttps://www.instagram.com/tsanteka/ https://twitter.com/Stsantek Follow Cracks in Pomo on I…
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We’re talking election results, pet policies and pride month with City Paper’s Alex Koma and Hey DC’s Kaela Cote-Stemmerman. Want some more DC news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter Hey DC. You can also become a member, with ad-free listening, for as little as $8 a month. Interested in advertising with City Cast? Find more info …
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This week I get a little nostalgic. I get a little reminiscent and I get a little honest about how I was a few weeks back. The older internet was a free place but not completely free. But it was just enough that you could find random spaces and hang out there with no need to buy anything or watch an advert or even pay attention because they couldn'…
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Are you vegan? Vegan-curious? Or just likely to go out to dinner with a vegan? Tom Sietsema from the Washington Post is here to talk through the best of DC’s burgeoning vegan and vegetarian dining options. Want some more DC news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter Hey DC. Interested in advertising with City Cast? Find more info HE…
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There are so many thrift stores throughout the DMV area! So we connected with Sidney Hui, owner of Disco Loft, to lay out our guide for thrifting in DC. Plus, we have all the results from election day! We'll be back with a more in depth analysis on our Friday news roundup. Want some more DC news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter…
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Gas leaks at a D.C. elementary school, more news on the Adams Morgan SunTrust plaza development, and can you be charged for skipping your dinner reservations? Hill Rag’s Elizabeth O'Gorek and Axios DC’s Mimi Montgomery join to get into all of it. Want some more DC news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter Hey DC. You can also becom…
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The 11th Street Bridge Park will link Capitol Hill and Navy Yard with the Anacostia and Fairlawn neighborhoods. We spoke with Ronald Moten from Don’t Mute DC and Scott Kratz of the 11th Street Bridge Park Project about what to expect from this mega project. Plus! City Cast’s Priyanka Tilve caught up with Casey Trees’ director of policy and land con…
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Washington is elated about getting its pandas back, and City Cast CEO David Plotz is here to rain on their parade. On the other hand, there’s also a new report ranking Washington as having the best parks in the country, and City Cast park expert Jacob Fenston is going to lead that parade. And we’re also going to talk through the latest skirmishing …
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If you're new here, welcome! We’ve put together a starter pack for you, with episodes and articles to welcome you to the City Cast community. It’s officially summer time, and June is one of the most exciting seasons the city has to offer. From Pride celebrations to dancing outdoors, we’ve got you covered. Plus, if you’re worried about the impending…
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It’s election season in D.C.! Washington City Paper’s Alex Koma is here to give us the low-down on the city’s hottest races before you head to the polls on June 4. Want some more DC news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter Hey DC. You can also become a member, with ad-free listening, for as little as $8 a month. Interested in adve…
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