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City Cast Salt Lake

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Frequency: 1 episode/1d. Total Eps: 1210

City Cast Salt Lake is SLC’s daily news podcast. Join host Ali Vallarta and a bevy of smart and entertaining locals for conversations about the issues that matter most. City Cast Salt Lake will celebrate the city’s triumphs, explore its history, (try to) solve its mysteries, and it’ll help you feel more connected to the Wasatch Front – whether you’ve lived here for six months or six generations. Learn more and subscribe to our daily newsletter at saltlake.citycast.fm.

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SLC Halloween Costumes, Rowland Hall’s Future, $3.33 Beers

Friday, October 2, 2026 • Duration 37:14

Need a Halloween costume? Executive producer Emily Means, Keep It Local newsletter editor Shelby Hintze, and City Cast Salt Lake contributor Molly Miloscia have some very Utah ideas. Plus, what will become of the old Rowland Hall campus on 9th and 9th, and picks of the week. Resources and references: Utah’s oldest school is selling its 9th & 9th campus. Will the historic building remain? [Salt Lake Tribune] Spooky season starts at these local shops [Keep It Local] Become a member of City Cast Salt Lake today! It’s the best way to support our work and help make sure we are around for years to come. Subscribe to our daily morning newsletter. You can also find us on Instagram @CityCastSLC. Text or leave us a voicemail with your name and neighborhood, and you might hear it on the show: (801) 203-0137 Looking to advertise on City Cast Salt Lake? Check out our options for podcast and newsletter ads. Learn more about the sponsors of this episode: Avenues Street Fair University of Utah-College of Fine Arts Stewardship Utah Salt Lake Sewciety

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Trevor Lee Resigns in Disgrace, Cybercab Sightings, Romanticizing Downtown SLC

Thursday, October 1, 2026 • Duration 27:29

The state lawmaker everyone loves to hate has resigned after he was charged with fraud. Executive producer Emily Means talks with City Cast Salt Lake contributors Cassie Bingham and Andy Larsen about GOP Rep. Trevor Lee’s greatest hits. Plus, cybercabs have landed in Utah, and in our members-only segment: Do Salt Lakers underestimate our downtown? Resources and references: State Representative Trevor Lee resigns from office after being charged with multiple felonies [ABC4] Before Rep. Trevor Lee, these lawbreaker Utah lawmakers resigned after being charged with crimes [Salt Lake Tribune] Tesla’s self-driving Cybercab spotted in Park City [Town Lift] Become a member of City Cast Salt Lake today! It’s the best way to support our work and help make sure we are around for years to come. Subscribe to our daily morning newsletter. You can also find us on Instagram @CityCastSLC. Text or leave us a voicemail with your name and neighborhood, and you might hear it on the show: (801) 203-0137 Looking to advertise on City Cast Salt Lake? Check out our options for podcast and newsletter ads. Learn more about the sponsors of this episode: Avenues Street Fair University of Utah-College of Fine Arts Stewardship Utah Salt Lake Sewciety

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Your Guide to October 2026 in Salt Lake

Wednesday, September 30, 2026 • Duration 36:33

Hello, scary season! October is here, and we’ve planned your month accordingly. Executive producer Emily Means, producer Ivana Martinez, and City Cast Salt Lake contributor Scott Wessman bring you a guide to make the most of it, from diving into a corn pit to shopping Salt Lake’s freakiest decor. Plus, don’t miss our episode explaining why Utah goes so hard for Halloween. For even more tips on how to make the most of October in Salt Lake, check out our daily newsletter. City Cast Salt Lake is made possible by our awesome sponsors: Avenues Street Fair, University of Utah - College of Fine Arts, Stewardship Utah, Salt Lake Sewciety, and Rocky Mountain Power. We’re also powered by our members, who enjoy an ad-free version of the show. Find out more about how to become a member of City Cast Salt Lake. Text or leave us a voicemail with your name and neighborhood, and you might hear it on the show: (801) 203-0137 Interested in advertising with City Cast? Check out our options. Reach us at saltlake@citycast.fm.

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A Battle for Alpine Loop, Delta Center Revamp, New Avalanche Pup

Tuesday, September 29, 2026 • Duration 37:58

Who wins in the battle for the Alpine Loop, cyclists or cars? Executive producer Emily Means, audience development manager Angie Treasure, and City Cast Salt Lake contributor Jack Stauss talk about the fight over who gets the road and gatekeeping leaf peeping spots. Plus, the Delta Center got a makeover, and local shoutouts. Resources and references: Road Respect is a Two Way Street [Utah Department of Public Safety] Ryan Smith says SEG will ‘be aggressive’ in pursuing MLB expansion [KSL] Check out the Land We Share Summit on Friday, Oct. 2. Become a member of City Cast Salt Lake today! It’s the best way to support our work and help make sure we are around for years to come. Subscribe to our daily morning newsletter. You can also find us on Instagram @CityCastSLC. Text or leave us a voicemail with your name and neighborhood, and you might hear it on the show: (801) 203-0137 Looking to advertise on City Cast Salt Lake? Check out our options for podcast and newsletter ads. If you enjoyed this interview with Bianca Velasquez from Rocky Mountain Power, learn more here. Learn more about the sponsors of this episode: Avenues Street Fair University of Utah-College of Fine Arts Stewardship Utah Salt Lake Sewciety Cozy Earth - use code COZYSALTLAKE for up to 20% off

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Housing Debate Heats Up, Reimagined Parking Lots, the 'Burbs Aren't Bad

Monday, September 28, 2026 • Duration 33:17

Salt Lake City’s new housing proposal has people up in arms, but why? Executive producer Emily Means and newsletter editor Terina Ria are joined by former City Council Member Darin Mano to explain. Plus, unpaving paradise to get rid of a parking lot, and why the ‘burbs are so great. Resources and references: Salt Lake City's contentious housing options proposal receives key endorsement [KSL] A mini-city, green space or something else? Here’s what you said that huge SLC parking lot should be. [Salt Lake Tribune] Become a member of City Cast Salt Lake today! It’s the best way to support our work and help make sure we are around for years to come. Subscribe to our daily morning newsletter. You can also find us on Instagram @CityCastSLC. Text or leave us a voicemail with your name and neighborhood, and you might hear it on the show: (801) 203-0137 Looking to advertise on City Cast Salt Lake? Check out our options for podcast and newsletter ads. Learn more about the sponsors of this episode: Avenues Street Fair University of Utah-College of Fine Arts Stewardship Utah Salt Lake Sewciety

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‘Your City Could Be Better’: How One Oregon City is Lowering Energy Costs — Presented By City Cast Salt Lake

Sunday, September 27, 2026 • Duration 20:21

What’s a seemingly small project in Salt Lake City that’s made a big difference? In the Oregon suburb of Tualatin, a drinking water pipe has just been fitted with a seamless electrical turbine, so that an existing utility can now have a dual purpose. David is joined by Nic Westendorf, Tualatin’s deputy public works director, to talk about the power of thinking local, using existing tools, and looking ahead to a sustainable future to inform what we do today. 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.

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Fat Bird Week, Utah’s Oversight Issue, Free Book Giveaway

Friday, September 25, 2026 • Duration 34:44

The Governor's Office of Economic Development gave away millions of dollars without tracking how it was being used. Executive producer Emily Means, producer Ivana Martinez, and City Cast Salt Lake contributor Chandler Rosenberg give their takeaways. Plus, it's Fat Bird Week at the Great Salt Lake, and picks of the week. Resources and references: Can a Little Bird Save Great Salt Lake? [City Cast Salt Lake 🎧] Tickets for Sandhill Crane Viewing Day, OWL-o-ween, Goshute Mountains HawkWatch Follow Great Salt Lake Audubon for more bird events Audit blasts past leadership of Governor’s Office of Economic Development for lack of oversight [ABC 4] Free Book Giveaway at Marissa’s Bookstore Become a member of City Cast Salt Lake today! It’s the best way to support our work and help make sure we are around for years to come. Subscribe to our daily morning newsletter. You can also find us on Instagram @CityCastSLC. Text or leave us a voicemail with your name and neighborhood, and you might hear it on the show: (801) 203-0137 Looking to advertise on City Cast Salt Lake? Check out our options for podcast and newsletter ads. If you enjoyed this interview with Bianca Velasquez from Rocky Mountain Power, learn more here. Learn more about the sponsors of this episode: The Shop Canyon View Credit Union

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Will Voters Pay for Better Parks? LDS Abortion Politics, Cheesesteaks in Sandy.

Thursday, September 24, 2026 • Duration 30:56

The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints is weighing in against abortion measures in Idaho and Nevada. Host Ali Vallarta and City Cast Salt Lake contributors Cassie Bingham and Scott Wessman discuss what the church’s involvement could foreshadow for Utah. Plus, Salt Lake County voters will decide whether to fund $128 million in parks and recreation projects, and a few things we think are cool. Resources and references: LDS Church weighs in on abortion ballot measure in a second state [Salt Lake Tribune] We visited 500+ Salt Lake parks. Here's what we found. [City Cast Salt Lake 🎧] Become a member of City Cast Salt Lake today! It’s the best way to support our work and help make sure we are around for years to come. Subscribe to our daily morning newsletter. You can also find us on Instagram @CityCastSLC. Text or leave us a voicemail with your name and neighborhood, and you might hear it on the show: (801) 203-0137 Looking to advertise on City Cast Salt Lake? Check out our options for podcast and newsletter ads. Learn more about the sponsors of this episode: The Shop

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Utah’s Fertility Rate Drops, Game Day Wings, Cheap Yard Games

Wednesday, September 23, 2026 • Duration 38:37

Utah’s fertility rate is declining. Host Ali Vallarta and City Cast Salt Lake contributor Andy Larsen ask Emily Harris, a senior demographic analyst for the Gardner Policy Institute, about why it’s got lawmakers in a panic. Plus, we plan your next game day party, with local ideas for food and more. Resources and references: Utah’s Declining Fertility Rate [Kem C. Gardner Policy Institute] Anxious About Aging? Retire on a College Campus. [City Cast Salt Lake] Become a member of City Cast Salt Lake today! It’s the best way to support our work and help make sure we are around for years to come. Subscribe to our daily morning newsletter. You can also find us on Instagram @CityCastSLC. Text or leave us a voicemail with your name and neighborhood, and you might hear it on the show: (801) 203-0137 Looking to advertise on City Cast Salt Lake? Check out our options for podcast and newsletter ads. Learn more about the sponsors of this episode: The Shop Gabe Kelii

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Can MomTok Survive? The Case for Midvale, SLC's Pumpkin House.

Tuesday, September 22, 2026 • Duration 37:19

There are 23 cities in Salt Lake County — and we believe one of them is about to pop off: Midvale. Host Ali Vallarta, audience development manager Angie Treasure, and City Cast Salt Lake contributor Molly Miloscia make the case for visiting or living there. Plus, MomTok is falling apart and weekly shoutouts. Resources and references: Mikayla Matthews quits ‘Secret Lives of Mormon Wives’ because of news that goes against her ‘morals’. [Los Angeles Times] Taylor Frankie dealt new custody battle blow as she fails multiple drug tests: report. [Page Six] Become a member of City Cast Salt Lake today! It’s the best way to support our work and help make sure we are around for years to come. Subscribe to our daily morning newsletter. You can also find us on Instagram @CityCastSLC. Text or leave us a voicemail with your name and neighborhood, and you might hear it on the show: (801) 203-0137 Looking to advertise on City Cast Salt Lake? Check out our options for podcast and newsletter ads. Learn more about the sponsors of this episode: The Shop The Escape Game Canyon View Credit Union Cozy Earth - use code COZYSALTLAKE for up to 20% off

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