City Cast Salt Lake

Emigration Canyon might finally get a bike lane. Host Ali Vallarta and City Cast Salt Lake contributors Molly Miloscia and Chandler Rosenberg discuss why some homeowners are concerned. Plus, an update on when Salt Lake’s beloved Tower Theatre will finally reopen, and a few cozy food recs for early fall. Resources and references: Right-of-way fight brews over Emigration Canyon road project [FOX 13] 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:  Canyon View Credit Union Red Butte Garden Salt Lake Sewciety Stewardship Utah

How is Utah responding to the news that AI might kill us in a few years? Executive producer Emily Means, newsletter editor Terina Ria, and City Cast Salt Lake contributor Cassie Bingham break down Gov. Spencer Cox's new proclamation on AI. Plus, on a much lighter note, we talk about planning a gorgeous Salt Lake wedding. And in our members-only segment: the best places to see some fall foliage this season. Resources and references: Sweet and Awkward Salt Lake Proposals [City Cast Salt Lake]  Gov. Cox calls for federal action on AI safety and accountability [Deseret News] 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:  Canyon View Credit Union Red Butte Garden Salt Lake Sewciety Stewardship Utah Central 9th

Major League Baseball is looking more and more likely for Salt Lake City. Host Ali Vallarta, City Cast Salt Lake contributor Andy Larsen, and audience development manager Angie Treasure dig into the Millers’ MLB ambitions. Plus, what should happen to three shuttered Salt Lake elementary schools? And local shoutouts. Resources and references: Breaking down the candidates for MLB’s next expansion teams [ESPN] What should Salt Lake City School District do with its shuttered campuses? Here’s how you can share your opinion. [Salt Lake Tribune] Take the Salt Lake City School District's survey for shuttered campuses. 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 If you enjoyed this interview with Dr. Canada from Canada Chiropractic, learn more here.  Learn more about the sponsors of this episode:  Canyon View Credit Union Red Butte Garden Salt Lake Sewciety Stewardship Utah Utah State Fair Cozy Earth - use code COZYSALTLAKE for up to 20% off

Have you driven past a restaurant, mural, or community space a hundred times and never stopped in? In this bonus sponsored episode by Magnify Utah, host Ali Vallarta asks Dustin Khong, Magnify Utah coordinator, and Igor Limansky, director of Utah's Division of Multicultural Affairs, to dig into the Community Quest, a free, ongoing passport connecting Utahns to local food, art, and stories across the state. Head to multicultural.utah.gov/magnify to grab a passport or find the closest pickup location and tag your adventures with #MagnifyUtah.

Utah’s lieutenant governor is taking on the Trump administration over access to voter data. Host Ali Vallarta, executive producer Emily Means, and City Cast Salt Lake contributor Chandler Rosenberg break down the fight. Plus, Utah’s flag ban is keeping state officials busy, and where to dance like nobody’s watching — and still make it to bed on time.  Resources and references: Trump’s DOJ is investigating Utah’s election chief for refusing to hand over voter data, it says in letter [Salt Lake Tribune] Since Utah banned pride flags, here are the investigations of complaints [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:  Canyon View Credit Union Red Butte Garden Salt Lake Sewciety Stewardship Utah

It may not feel like it right now, but extreme heat is coming for Salt Lake City, and Las Vegas might have the answers you need. An already sizzling city, Vegas has continued to experience record-breaking heat in recent years, essentially forcing it to lead the charge in protecting residents from increasingly rising temperatures. City Cast Las Vegas host Jesse Merrick talks with David about the bold moves of Nevada’s lawmakers, like mandating heat mitigation and giving away trees, and how some time-tested strategies still need to be tweaked as rising global temperatures present new problems every day. Mentioned on the show: Europe’s 10,000 recorded deaths during June 2026 heatwave 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.

Equality Utah, an LGBTQ advocacy organization, is getting heat for their 2026 candidate endorsements. Host Ali Vallarta, newsletter editor Terina Ria, and City Cast Salt Lake contributor Molly Miloscia break down why some people are outraged. Plus, local alternatives to chain restaurants and picks of the week.  Resources and references: ⁠Equality Utah’s endorsement of Republican candidates draws pushback from Democratic officials⁠ [ABC 4] ⁠Where to see red kokanee salmon in Utah this fall⁠ [Utah Division of Wildlife Resources]  ⁠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:  ⁠Utah State Fair⁠ ⁠Magnify Utah⁠ ⁠Questionable Productions⁠ ⁠The Escape Game⁠

Utah reality TV is back this fall. Host Ali Vallarta, City Cast Salt Lake contributor Cassie Bingham, and audience development manager Angie Treasure unpack what the Mormon multiverse reveals about our culture. Plus, are layoffs coming to the University of Utah? And we dream up weird foods that deserve a spot at the State Fair.  Resources and references: A new season of “The Secret Lives of Mormon Wives” is out Thursday. Here’s a recap of all the drama on and off screen [Salt Lake Tribune] University of Utah continues modernization effort [University of Utah] 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:  Utah State Fair Magnify Utah WebRoot The Escape Game

What's it like to buy or rent in Utah right now? Host Ali Vallarta and City Cast Salt Lake contributor Chandler Rosenberg grill Dejan Eskic, senior research fellow at the Gardner Policy Institute and author of a new housing report, about what's changed. Plus, we ring in the official start of arts and culture season downtown with our picks for the hottest tickets. And in our members-only segment: Delta's new AI pricing system. 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:  Utah State Fair Magnify Utah WebRoot Rocky Mountain Power The Escape Game

Are Utahns changing their stance on deportations? Host Ali Vallarta, executive producer Emily Means, and Alpine resident Scott Wessman talk about the “normie view” on immigration. Plus, the Salt Lake Temple tour might be the hottest ticket in town — even if you aren’t LDS. And some local shoutouts. Resources and references: 1 million reservations: America’s hottest ticket is the Salt Lake Temple Celebration [Deseret]  Will LDS Voters Keep Showing Up For Trump? [City Cast Salt Lake]  What Utah taxpayers could pay for Trump's deportation push [Axios Salt Lake City] Attend Dr. Sylvia Torti’s presidential inauguration.  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 Mary Ball, the senior integrated marketing manager of Webroot, learn more here. Learn more about the sponsors of this episode:  Utah State Fair Magnify Utah WebRoot Cozy Earth - use code COZYSALTLAKE for up to 20% off The Escape Game Liberty Heights

Do you know what kind of surveillance technology is being used in Salt Lake City? In Nashville, the city government has blocked numerous measures to install and use it. From license plate readers to drone cameras, the technology is routinely rejected by the Metro Council and mayor, and locals are somewhat split on if that’s for the better. City Cast Nashville host Rachel Iacovone joins “Your City Could Be Better” to walk through all the measures that the Nashville government has reviewed and rejected, why people have reason to fear the tech, and what the city may lose by saying no to surveillance. 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.

Are e-scooters the answer to Salt Lake’s transportation problems, or just another obstacle on the sidewalk? Host Ali Vallarta, City Cast Salt Lake contributor Molly Miloscia, and audience development manager Angie Treasure talk about the city’s new fleet of Veo scooters and the future of micromobility. Plus, a mini history lesson on Utah labor icon Joe Hill, and picks of the week. Resources and references: A new e-scooter company is adding 1,000 vehicles to Salt Lake City's streets [KSL] TSA program allows some non-ticketed visitors through security at Salt Lake City airport [KUTV] 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:  Harmons Utah State Fair FanX Red Butte Garden Steelcoated Epoxy Floors WebRoot Canyon View Credit Union

It’s official: Tyler Robinson will stand trial in Utah for the killing of political activist Charlie Kirk at Utah Valley University last fall. Host Ali Vallarta and City Cast Salt Lake contributors Cassie Bingham and Kate Groetzinger talk about what to expect as the media circus takes shape. Plus, why are Salt Lake City’s new apartments smaller than Manhattan’s? And we share the lore behind a Pride bike ride reclaiming a dark chapter of Utah history. Resources and references: UVU’s Charlie Kirk Anniversary, LDS Church Is Losing Young Women, Polynesian Pastries [City Cast Salt Lake 🎧] The aggravated murder case against the man accused of killing Charlie Kirk will move to trial [Salt Lake Tribune] People are betting on the man accused of shooting Charlie Kirk. Here’s why his attorneys say they are concerned. [Salt Lake Tribune] New Apartments in SLC Are Smaller Than New Ones in Manhattan - the 6th Smallest in the U.S. [Rent Cafe]  Banished! An Antelope Island Pride Ride 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:  Harmons Utah State Fair FanX Red Butte Garden Steelcoated Epoxy Floors WebRoot

Host Ali Vallarta ate at Utah’s first MICHELIN-starred restaurant. City Cast Salt Lake contributors Andy Larsen and Chandler Rosenberg grill her about the experience. Plus, how much money is Utah losing to data centers? And in our members-only segment: juicy sports stories for fall football season.  Resources and references: Read Monte’s story. [Salt Lake Sideways]  Mystery price tag: Utah can’t say how much it’s losing from data center tax break [Utah News Dispatch] 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:  Harmons Utah State Fair FanX Red Butte Garden Steel Coated Epoxy Floors WebRoot

It’s September! The perfect bridge between summer and fall, and we’ve planned your month accordingly. Host Ali Vallarta, producer Ivana Martinez, and newsletter editor Terina Ria bring you a guide to make the most of it, from weaving with alpacas to celebrating Salt Lake’s festival season. Plus, where to meet your fellow baldies and why you should spend Labor Day at Red Butte Garden. For even more tips on how to make the most of September in Salt Lake, check out our daily newsletter.  City Cast Salt Lake is made possible by our awesome sponsors: FanX Salt Lake Comic Convention, Harmons, Utah State Fair, Red Butte Garden, Steelcoated Epoxy Floors, WebRoot, and Cozy Earth. 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.

Local author and Salt Lake Tribune humor columnist Eli McCann has a new book on Utah quilting culture drama. Host Ali Vallarta and executive producer Emily Means ask him for the tea. Plus, does Gov. Spencer Cox really disagree better? And some seasonal jobs options.  Resources and references: Get tickets for Eli McCann’s book talk about his novel,"Stitched." Spencer Cox’s Crusade [The Atlantic] 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:  Harmons Utah State Fair FanX Red Butte Garden Steelcoated Epoxy Floors WebRoot

The Salt Lake City airport definitely has a lot going for it, but what it doesn’t have is its own electrical grid, like Pittsburgh’s does. For the past few years, Pittsburgh International Airport has been generating on-site electricity, more than it needs even at peak operation, to fortify itself against the kind of power outages that hit airports (unsettlingly often) across the world. City Cast Pittsburgh host Megan Harris brings David into the little-known world of airport energy independence, showing how a one-time investment can bring the kind of peace of mind that both travelers and operators hope for every day. 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.

Utah got its first-ever Michelin star, but is the honor a blessing or a curse? Host Ali Vallarta, City Cast Salt Lake contributor Kate Groetzinger, and executive producer Emily Means break down what Michelin recognition could mean for Salt Lake’s food scene. Plus, Utah scored a $212 million settlement with Meta, and picks of the week. Resources and references: Utah scoops first-ever Michelin star as inaugural Southwest guide unveiled [Gastronomic SLC] Utah among U.S. states to secure settlement with Meta [Axios Salt Lake City] 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:  Harmons WebRoot City Weekly Beer Fest Cozy Earth - use code COZYSALTLAKE for up to 20% off

In honor of Dolly Parton and her love of literacy, we imagine her songs as Utah bookstores. Host Ali Vallarta, producer Ivana Martinez, and City Cast Salt Lake contributor Molly Miloscia get creative. Plus, is Salt Lake City a college town? And we share the best things we’ve eaten recently.   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 Dr. Canada from Canada Chiropractic, learn more here.  Learn more about the sponsors of this episode:  Harmons WebRoot City Weekly Beer Fest Cozy Earth - use code COZYSALTLAKE for up to 20% off

Why does Salt Lake City flood after just a few minutes of rain? Host Ali Vallarta talks with City Cast Salt Lake contributors Andy Larsen and Jack Stauss about our overwhelmed storm drains. Plus, they dig into three of their favorite local beefs, and in our members-only segment: which Utah restaurants deserve Michelin stars. Resources and references: Wasatch Trivia Night with Save Our Canyons Adopt a storm drain Utah weather: Thunderstorm chances continue to start out the week [ABC4] Salt Lake City dry cleaner sues Swig, alleging drive-thru lanes at Sugar House shop are blocking access [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:  Harmons WebRoot City Weekly Beer Fest Cozy Earth - use code COZYSALTLAKE for up to 20% off