City Cast Las Vegas https://lasvegas.citycast.fm/ en City Cast Las Vegas is an an award-winning daily podcast and newsletter created by and for locals (and locals-at-heart) that’ll challenge the easy narratives about our city … and, okay, maybe confirm a few of them, too.  Join us every weekday morning for the messy, delightful, complicated conversations that Las Vegans are having: You’ll hear us ask hard questions about where we’ll get our water when Lake Mead runs out, and how we’ll keep housing affordable. We’ll argue over our favorite Chinatown bars, and share insider tips on the best tacos in town. City Cast Las Vegas will show you how loving a city means celebrating it and also holding it accountable, while having some fun along the way—because Las Vegans know how to have a good time. Learn more and subscribe to our daily newsletter at lasvegas.citycast.fm. Named Best Podcast by The Las Vegas Weekly 2025 https://megaphone.imgix.net/podcasts/74769524-a92d-11ec-b251-4b2de8922a3c/image/8e3f45862197b9114dc69aafeabe0851.png?ixlib=rails-4.3.1&max-w=3000&max-h=3000&fit=crop&auto=format,compress City Cast Las Vegas https://lasvegas.citycast.fm/ no episodic The daily local podcast that helps you feel more connected to Las Vegas. City Cast City Cast Las Vegas is an an award-winning daily podcast and newsletter created by and for locals (and locals-at-heart) that’ll challenge the easy narratives about our city … and, okay, maybe confirm a few of them, too.  Join us every weekday morning for the messy, delightful, complicated conversations that Las Vegans are having: You’ll hear us ask hard questions about where we’ll get our water when Lake Mead runs out, and how we’ll keep housing affordable. We’ll argue over our favorite Chinatown bars, and share insider tips on the best tacos in town. City Cast Las Vegas will show you how loving a city means celebrating it and also holding it accountable, while having some fun along the way—because Las Vegans know how to have a good time. Learn more and subscribe to our daily newsletter at lasvegas.citycast.fm. Named Best Podcast by The Las Vegas Weekly 2025 City Cast Las Vegas is an an award-winning daily podcast and newsletter created by and for locals (and locals-at-heart) that’ll challenge the easy narratives about our city … and, okay, maybe confirm a few of them, too. 

Join us every weekday morning for the messy, delightful, complicated conversations that Las Vegans are having: You’ll hear us ask hard questions about where we’ll get our water when Lake Mead runs out, and how we’ll keep housing affordable. We’ll argue over our favorite Chinatown bars, and share insider tips on the best tacos in town. City Cast Las Vegas will show you how loving a city means celebrating it and also holding it accountable, while having some fun along the way—because Las Vegans know how to have a good time. Learn more and subscribe to our daily newsletter at lasvegas.citycast.fm.

Named Best Podcast by The Las Vegas Weekly 2025

]]> City Cast siteadmin@citycast.fm DA Ignores Vacated Conviction, Roblox Pays $12 Million for Kids' Safety, and MGM Kills Iconic Buffet A judge vacated Rickie Slaughter’s conviction, but he remains behind bars as the DA weighs a retrial, raising big questions about power and accountability. Nevada’s $12 million settlement with Roblox also raises new concerns about kids’ safety online. And the slow disappearance of Strip buffets has locals wondering what Las Vegas is becoming. Breaking down the biggest local headlines are host Jesse Merrick, Michael MJ Lyle, and creative producer Jacob Solis. Learn more about the sponsors of this Tuesday, April 21st episode: Zen Leaf Taskrabbit TedXLasVegas Want to get in touch? Follow us @CityCastVegas on Instagram, or email us at lasvegas@citycast.fm. You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719. For more Las Vegas news, make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter, Hey Las Vegas. Learn more about becoming a City Cast Las Vegas Neighbor at membership.citycast.fm. Looking to advertise on City Cast Las Vegas? Check out our options for podcast and newsletter ads at citycast.fm/advertise. Tue, 21 Apr 2026 10:00:00 -0000 full City Cast A judge vacated Rickie Slaughter’s conviction, but he remains behind bars as the DA weighs a retrial, raising big questions about power and accountability. Nevada’s $12 million settlement with Roblox also raises new concerns about kids’ safety online. And the slow disappearance of Strip buffets has locals wondering what Las Vegas is becoming. Breaking down the biggest local headlines are host Jesse Merrick, Michael MJ Lyle, and creative producer Jacob Solis. Learn more about the sponsors of this Tuesday, April 21st episode: Zen Leaf Taskrabbit TedXLasVegas Want to get in touch? Follow us @CityCastVegas on Instagram, or email us at lasvegas@citycast.fm. You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719. For more Las Vegas news, make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter, Hey Las Vegas. Learn more about becoming a City Cast Las Vegas Neighbor at membership.citycast.fm. Looking to advertise on City Cast Las Vegas? Check out our options for podcast and newsletter ads at citycast.fm/advertise. A judge vacated Rickie Slaughter’s conviction, but he remains behind bars as the DA weighs a retrial, raising big questions about power and accountability. Nevada’s $12 million settlement with Roblox also raises new concerns about kids’ safety online. And the slow disappearance of Strip buffets has locals wondering what Las Vegas is becoming. Breaking down the biggest local headlines are host Jesse Merrick, Michael MJ Lyle, and creative producer Jacob Solis.


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Zen Leaf

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]]> 1835 How Did So Many Palm Trees End Up in the Desert? With 4/20 and Earth Day landing in the same week, City Cast Las Vegas revisits a lively conversation about the valley’s most polarizing plants, palm trees. Nevada Plants master arborist Lisa Ortega talks with Dayvid Figler about the surprising variety of palms that thrive in the desert and whether they really deserve their reputation as water hogs. Learn more about the sponsors of this Monday, April 20th episode: Zen Leaf Taskrabbit Want to get in touch? Follow us @CityCastVegas on Instagram, or email us at lasvegas@citycast.fm. You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719. For more Las Vegas news, make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter, Hey Las Vegas. Learn more about becoming a City Cast Las Vegas Neighbor at membership.citycast.fm. Looking to advertise on City Cast Las Vegas? Check out our options for podcast and newsletter ads at citycast.fm/advertise. Mon, 20 Apr 2026 08:00:00 -0000 full City Cast With 4/20 and Earth Day landing in the same week, City Cast Las Vegas revisits a lively conversation about the valley’s most polarizing plants, palm trees. Nevada Plants master arborist Lisa Ortega talks with Dayvid Figler about the surprising variety of palms that thrive in the desert and whether they really deserve their reputation as water hogs. Learn more about the sponsors of this Monday, April 20th episode: Zen Leaf Taskrabbit Want to get in touch? Follow us @CityCastVegas on Instagram, or email us at lasvegas@citycast.fm. You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719. For more Las Vegas news, make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter, Hey Las Vegas. Learn more about becoming a City Cast Las Vegas Neighbor at membership.citycast.fm. Looking to advertise on City Cast Las Vegas? Check out our options for podcast and newsletter ads at citycast.fm/advertise. With 4/20 and Earth Day landing in the same week, City Cast Las Vegas revisits a lively conversation about the valley’s most polarizing plants, palm trees. Nevada Plants master arborist Lisa Ortega talks with Dayvid Figler about the surprising variety of palms that thrive in the desert and whether they really deserve their reputation as water hogs.

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]]> 1143 'Your City Could Be Better': Why Seattle Gives Every Voter $100 — Presented By City Cast Las Vegas Could public financing get more Las Vegans involved in local elections? For the last decade, the City of Seattle has issued $100 in vouchers to every voter to donate to the candidate of their choice in municipal elections. City Cast CEO David Plotz talks with City Cast Seattle podcast host Jane C. Hu about how these Democracy Vouchers work, how many people are participating, and what the impact on local elections has been. Plus, is the “Seattle Freeze” a real thing? 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. Sun, 19 Apr 2026 10:00:00 -0000 full City Cast Could public financing get more Las Vegans involved in local elections? For the last decade, the City of Seattle has issued $100 in vouchers to every voter to donate to the candidate of their choice in municipal elections. City Cast CEO David Plotz talks with City Cast Seattle podcast host Jane C. Hu about how these Democracy Vouchers work, how many people are participating, and what the impact on local elections has been. Plus, is the “Seattle Freeze” a real thing? 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. Could public financing get more Las Vegans involved in local elections? For the last decade, the City of Seattle has issued $100 in vouchers to every voter to donate to the candidate of their choice in municipal elections. City Cast CEO David Plotz talks with City Cast Seattle podcast host Jane C. Hu about how these Democracy Vouchers work, how many people are participating, and what the impact on local elections has been. Plus, is the “Seattle Freeze” a real thing?

Is there something your city is doing that we should be talking about? Email David now! 

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]]> 1925 Arts District Landlord Sues Own Tenant, the Reality of Taxing Tips, and an NBA Arena ... For Locals? An Arts District dispute over patio concerts got louder this week, as a landlord is now ⁠suing his own tenant⁠ in an effort to quiet early-evening concerts. It comes after noise complaints from a single neighbor – and it raises the question: Can new arrivals to the Arts District handle what the neighborhood has to offer? Host Jesse Merrick sits down with longtime Vegas writer Scott Dickensheets and Executive Producer Layla Muhammad to break it down. Plus, the panel breaks down how much federal “⁠no tax on tips⁠” changes actually affected tax season, and whether ⁠a proposed NBA stadium⁠ well south of the Strip is actually a serious contender for the city’s next pro team.  Learn more about the sponsors of this Friday, April 17th episode: ⁠Southern Nevada Water Authority⁠ ⁠L.V. Academy of the Arts⁠  Want to get in touch? Follow us @CityCastVegas on ⁠Instagram⁠, or email us at ⁠lasvegas@citycast.fm⁠. You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719. For more Las Vegas news, make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter,⁠ Hey Las Vegas.⁠ Learn more about becoming a City Cast Las Vegas Neighbor at ⁠membership.citycast.fm⁠. Looking to advertise on City Cast Las Vegas? Check out our options for podcast and newsletter ads at⁠ citycast.fm/advertise⁠. Fri, 17 Apr 2026 10:00:00 -0000 full City Cast An Arts District dispute over patio concerts got louder this week, as a landlord is now ⁠suing his own tenant⁠ in an effort to quiet early-evening concerts. It comes after noise complaints from a single neighbor – and it raises the question: Can new arrivals to the Arts District handle what the neighborhood has to offer? Host Jesse Merrick sits down with longtime Vegas writer Scott Dickensheets and Executive Producer Layla Muhammad to break it down. Plus, the panel breaks down how much federal “⁠no tax on tips⁠” changes actually affected tax season, and whether ⁠a proposed NBA stadium⁠ well south of the Strip is actually a serious contender for the city’s next pro team.  Learn more about the sponsors of this Friday, April 17th episode: ⁠Southern Nevada Water Authority⁠ ⁠L.V. Academy of the Arts⁠  Want to get in touch? Follow us @CityCastVegas on ⁠Instagram⁠, or email us at ⁠lasvegas@citycast.fm⁠. You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719. For more Las Vegas news, make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter,⁠ Hey Las Vegas.⁠ Learn more about becoming a City Cast Las Vegas Neighbor at ⁠membership.citycast.fm⁠. Looking to advertise on City Cast Las Vegas? Check out our options for podcast and newsletter ads at⁠ citycast.fm/advertise⁠. An Arts District dispute over patio concerts got louder this week, as a landlord is now ⁠suing his own tenant⁠ in an effort to quiet early-evening concerts. It comes after noise complaints from a single neighbor – and it raises the question: Can new arrivals to the Arts District handle what the neighborhood has to offer? Host Jesse Merrick sits down with longtime Vegas writer Scott Dickensheets and Executive Producer Layla Muhammad to break it down. Plus, the panel breaks down how much federal “⁠no tax on tips⁠” changes actually affected tax season, and whether ⁠a proposed NBA stadium⁠ well south of the Strip is actually a serious contender for the city’s next pro team. 

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⁠Southern Nevada Water Authority⁠

⁠L.V. Academy of the Arts⁠ 

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]]> 1918 Is the Food at Vegas Strip Clubs Actually ... Good? Strip clubs promise spectacle, but in Las Vegas they also promise a full menu, from late-night nachos to white-tablecloth steaks. Food writer and hedonist Gemini Stevens breaks down where the city’s clubs actually deliver, and why keeping diners in their seats is part of the business model. In conversation with Sonja Cho Swanson, they explore how Vegas blends indulgence and practicality, and whether any of these dishes are worth seeking out on their own.  Clubs mentioned: Peppermint Hippo, Crazy Horse III, Treasures, Spearmint Rhino, Las Vegas Strip Club  Learn more about the sponsors of this Thursday, April 16th episode: Southern Nevada Water Authority L.V. Academy of the Arts Want to get in touch? Follow us @CityCastVegas on Instagram, or email us at lasvegas@citycast.fm. You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719. For more Las Vegas news, make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter, Hey Las Vegas. Learn more about becoming a City Cast Las Vegas Neighbor at membership.citycast.fm. Looking to advertise on City Cast Las Vegas? Check out our options for podcast and newsletter ads at citycast.fm/advertise. Thu, 16 Apr 2026 10:00:00 -0000 full City Cast Strip clubs promise spectacle, but in Las Vegas they also promise a full menu, from late-night nachos to white-tablecloth steaks. Food writer and hedonist Gemini Stevens breaks down where the city’s clubs actually deliver, and why keeping diners in their seats is part of the business model. In conversation with Sonja Cho Swanson, they explore how Vegas blends indulgence and practicality, and whether any of these dishes are worth seeking out on their own.  Clubs mentioned: Peppermint Hippo, Crazy Horse III, Treasures, Spearmint Rhino, Las Vegas Strip Club  Learn more about the sponsors of this Thursday, April 16th episode: Southern Nevada Water Authority L.V. Academy of the Arts Want to get in touch? Follow us @CityCastVegas on Instagram, or email us at lasvegas@citycast.fm. You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719. For more Las Vegas news, make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter, Hey Las Vegas. Learn more about becoming a City Cast Las Vegas Neighbor at membership.citycast.fm. Looking to advertise on City Cast Las Vegas? Check out our options for podcast and newsletter ads at citycast.fm/advertise. Strip clubs promise spectacle, but in Las Vegas they also promise a full menu, from late-night nachos to white-tablecloth steaks. Food writer and hedonist Gemini Stevens breaks down where the city’s clubs actually deliver, and why keeping diners in their seats is part of the business model. In conversation with Sonja Cho Swanson, they explore how Vegas blends indulgence and practicality, and whether any of these dishes are worth seeking out on their own. 

Clubs mentioned: Peppermint Hippo, Crazy Horse III, Treasures, Spearmint Rhino, Las Vegas Strip Club 


Learn more about the sponsors of this Thursday, April 16th episode:

Southern Nevada Water Authority

L.V. Academy of the Arts


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]]> 1413 How to Prove You’re a Real Las Vegas Local Las Vegans love proving they’re the real deal. We give that instinct the merit badge treatment with a playful checklist of local status. From surviving triple-digit summers to knowing secret parking hacks and late-night diner rituals, these badges capture the quirks that separate tourists from true residents. Beneath the humor, it reveals how pride and community shape belonging in a city people often misunderstand. Host Jesse Merrick is joined by contributors Dayvid Figler and Sonja Cho Swanson. Learn more about the sponsors of this Wednesday, April 15th episode: Southern Nevada Water Authority L.V. Academy of the Arts Want to get in touch? Follow us @CityCastVegas on Instagram, or email us at lasvegas@citycast.fm. You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719. For more Las Vegas news, make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter, Hey Las Vegas. Learn more about becoming a City Cast Las Vegas Neighbor at membership.citycast.fm. Looking to advertise on City Cast Las Vegas? Check out our options for podcast and newsletter ads at citycast.fm/advertise. Wed, 15 Apr 2026 10:00:00 -0000 full City Cast Las Vegans love proving they’re the real deal. We give that instinct the merit badge treatment with a playful checklist of local status. From surviving triple-digit summers to knowing secret parking hacks and late-night diner rituals, these badges capture the quirks that separate tourists from true residents. Beneath the humor, it reveals how pride and community shape belonging in a city people often misunderstand. Host Jesse Merrick is joined by contributors Dayvid Figler and Sonja Cho Swanson. Learn more about the sponsors of this Wednesday, April 15th episode: Southern Nevada Water Authority L.V. Academy of the Arts Want to get in touch? Follow us @CityCastVegas on Instagram, or email us at lasvegas@citycast.fm. You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719. For more Las Vegas news, make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter, Hey Las Vegas. Learn more about becoming a City Cast Las Vegas Neighbor at membership.citycast.fm. Looking to advertise on City Cast Las Vegas? Check out our options for podcast and newsletter ads at citycast.fm/advertise. Las Vegans love proving they’re the real deal. We give that instinct the merit badge treatment with a playful checklist of local status. From surviving triple-digit summers to knowing secret parking hacks and late-night diner rituals, these badges capture the quirks that separate tourists from true residents. Beneath the humor, it reveals how pride and community shape belonging in a city people often misunderstand. Host Jesse Merrick is joined by contributors Dayvid Figler and Sonja Cho Swanson.


Learn more about the sponsors of this Wednesday, April 15th episode:

Southern Nevada Water Authority

L.V. Academy of the Arts


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]]> 1811 Is Vegas Running Out of Land for Housing? We’ve all heard it by this point: Vegas needs more housing to drive down the price of homes. But where exactly are developers supposed to build? Today on our City Cast Las Vegas podcast, reporter Patrick Blennerhassett from the Review-Journal explains how federal land policy, local zoning laws, and the rising cost of building homes makes for a complicated answer.  Learn more about the sponsors of this Tuesday, April 14th episode: Southern Nevada Water Authority L.V. Academy of the Arts Want to get in touch? Follow us @CityCastVegas on Instagram, or email us at lasvegas@citycast.fm. You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719. For more Las Vegas news, make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter, Hey Las Vegas. Learn more about becoming a City Cast Las Vegas Neighbor at membership.citycast.fm. Looking to advertise on City Cast Las Vegas? Check out our options for podcast and newsletter ads at citycast.fm/advertise. Tue, 14 Apr 2026 10:00:00 -0000 full City Cast We’ve all heard it by this point: Vegas needs more housing to drive down the price of homes. But where exactly are developers supposed to build? Today on our City Cast Las Vegas podcast, reporter Patrick Blennerhassett from the Review-Journal explains how federal land policy, local zoning laws, and the rising cost of building homes makes for a complicated answer.  Learn more about the sponsors of this Tuesday, April 14th episode: Southern Nevada Water Authority L.V. Academy of the Arts Want to get in touch? Follow us @CityCastVegas on Instagram, or email us at lasvegas@citycast.fm. You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719. For more Las Vegas news, make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter, Hey Las Vegas. Learn more about becoming a City Cast Las Vegas Neighbor at membership.citycast.fm. Looking to advertise on City Cast Las Vegas? Check out our options for podcast and newsletter ads at citycast.fm/advertise. We’ve all heard it by this point: Vegas needs more housing to drive down the price of homes. But where exactly are developers supposed to build? Today on our City Cast Las Vegas podcast, reporter Patrick Blennerhassett from the Review-Journal explains how federal land policy, local zoning laws, and the rising cost of building homes makes for a complicated answer. 


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Southern Nevada Water Authority

L.V. Academy of the Arts


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]]> 1563 Could the Next Pandemic Start in Vegas? When a confirmed case of measles hit the Las Vegas Convention Center last month, did Vegas get lucky by avoiding a widespread outbreak? And if so – what happens if that luck runs out? Today on City Cast Las Vegas, host Sonja Cho Swanson sits down with Jeff Quinn, Public Health Preparedness Officer at the Southern Nevada Health District, to discuss whether Vegas learned its lesson from the COVID-19 pandemic – and whether the city is ready for another potential outbreak.  Learn more about the sponsors of this April 13th episode: Southern Nevada Water Authority L.V. Academy of the Arts Want to get in touch? Follow us @CityCastVegas on Instagram, or email us at lasvegas@citycast.fm. You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719. For more Las Vegas news, make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter, Hey Las Vegas. Learn more about becoming a City Cast Las Vegas Neighbor at membership.citycast.fm. Looking to advertise on City Cast Las Vegas? Check out our options for podcast and newsletter ads at citycast.fm/advertise. Mon, 13 Apr 2026 10:00:00 -0000 full City Cast When a confirmed case of measles hit the Las Vegas Convention Center last month, did Vegas get lucky by avoiding a widespread outbreak? And if so – what happens if that luck runs out? Today on City Cast Las Vegas, host Sonja Cho Swanson sits down with Jeff Quinn, Public Health Preparedness Officer at the Southern Nevada Health District, to discuss whether Vegas learned its lesson from the COVID-19 pandemic – and whether the city is ready for another potential outbreak.  Learn more about the sponsors of this April 13th episode: Southern Nevada Water Authority L.V. Academy of the Arts Want to get in touch? Follow us @CityCastVegas on Instagram, or email us at lasvegas@citycast.fm. You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719. For more Las Vegas news, make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter, Hey Las Vegas. Learn more about becoming a City Cast Las Vegas Neighbor at membership.citycast.fm. Looking to advertise on City Cast Las Vegas? Check out our options for podcast and newsletter ads at citycast.fm/advertise. When a confirmed case of measles hit the Las Vegas Convention Center last month, did Vegas get lucky by avoiding a widespread outbreak? And if so – what happens if that luck runs out? Today on City Cast Las Vegas, host Sonja Cho Swanson sits down with Jeff Quinn, Public Health Preparedness Officer at the Southern Nevada Health District, to discuss whether Vegas learned its lesson from the COVID-19 pandemic – and whether the city is ready for another potential outbreak. 


Learn more about the sponsors of this April 13th episode:

Southern Nevada Water Authority

L.V. Academy of the Arts


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]]> 1662 'Your City Could Be Better': Why Portland’s Considering Hiring a Night Mayor  — Presented By City Cast Las Vegas Las Vegans, what do you do when your night life starts to dwindle? Nightlife is a huge economic driver for cities, but city offices are often closed when those businesses need help. That’s why Portland is considering hiring a Night Mayor. City Cast CEO David Plotz talks with City Cast Portland podcast host Claudia Meza about what this new position would do, and if it is the answer to the pandemic’s enduring negative impact on walkability, small businesses, and nightlife in cities everywhere. Plus, should your city be weirder? Mentioned on the show: "Can a Night Mayor Revive Downtown Portland?" (City Cast Portland) 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. Sun, 12 Apr 2026 10:00:00 -0000 full City Cast Las Vegans, what do you do when your night life starts to dwindle? Nightlife is a huge economic driver for cities, but city offices are often closed when those businesses need help. That’s why Portland is considering hiring a Night Mayor. City Cast CEO David Plotz talks with City Cast Portland podcast host Claudia Meza about what this new position would do, and if it is the answer to the pandemic’s enduring negative impact on walkability, small businesses, and nightlife in cities everywhere. Plus, should your city be weirder? Mentioned on the show: "Can a Night Mayor Revive Downtown Portland?" (City Cast Portland) 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. Las Vegans, what do you do when your night life starts to dwindle? Nightlife is a huge economic driver for cities, but city offices are often closed when those businesses need help. That’s why Portland is considering hiring a Night Mayor. City Cast CEO David Plotz talks with City Cast Portland podcast host Claudia Meza about what this new position would do, and if it is the answer to the pandemic’s enduring negative impact on walkability, small businesses, and nightlife in cities everywhere. Plus, should your city be weirder?

Mentioned on the show:


Is there something your city is doing that we should be talking about? Email David now! 

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]]> 1551 Crypto Kiosk Scams, Protecting Ash Meadows, and Pups on a Plane Clark County has hundreds of ATMs that exchange cash for cryptocurrency (or "crypto kiosks") and scammers are swindling Nevadans out of millions with these machines. So what kinds of guardrails make sense — or are even possible? Sonja Cho Swanson sits down with Nevada Current editor April Corbin Girnus and our brand new host at City Cast Las Vegas, Jesse Merrick, to discuss. Plus, the team looks at why the deep red community around Ash Meadows in Nye County is fighting development and seeking a national conservation area designation, and why the Animal Foundation just flew 30 rescue pets out to Utah. Plus: This week in our members-only feed, we discuss the debate over turning First Friday into an exclusive, ticketed event. Learn more about becoming a City Cast Las Vegas Neighbor at membership.citycast.fm. Learn more about the sponsors of this April 9th episode: Southern Nevada Water Authority L.V. Academy of the Arts Taskrabbit Looking to advertise on City Cast Las Vegas? Check out our options for podcast and newsletter ads at citycast.fm/advertise. Want to get in touch? Follow us @CityCastVegas on Instagram, or email us at lasvegas@citycast.fm. You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719. For more Las Vegas news, make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter. Fri, 10 Apr 2026 10:00:00 -0000 full City Cast Clark County has hundreds of ATMs that exchange cash for cryptocurrency (or "crypto kiosks") and scammers are swindling Nevadans out of millions with these machines. So what kinds of guardrails make sense — or are even possible? Sonja Cho Swanson sits down with Nevada Current editor April Corbin Girnus and our brand new host at City Cast Las Vegas, Jesse Merrick, to discuss. Plus, the team looks at why the deep red community around Ash Meadows in Nye County is fighting development and seeking a national conservation area designation, and why the Animal Foundation just flew 30 rescue pets out to Utah. Plus: This week in our members-only feed, we discuss the debate over turning First Friday into an exclusive, ticketed event. Learn more about becoming a City Cast Las Vegas Neighbor at membership.citycast.fm. Learn more about the sponsors of this April 9th episode: Southern Nevada Water Authority L.V. Academy of the Arts Taskrabbit Looking to advertise on City Cast Las Vegas? Check out our options for podcast and newsletter ads at citycast.fm/advertise. Want to get in touch? Follow us @CityCastVegas on Instagram, or email us at lasvegas@citycast.fm. You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719. For more Las Vegas news, make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter. Clark County has hundreds of ATMs that exchange cash for cryptocurrency (or "crypto kiosks") and scammers are swindling Nevadans out of millions with these machines. So what kinds of guardrails make sense — or are even possible? Sonja Cho Swanson sits down with Nevada Current editor April Corbin Girnus and our brand new host at City Cast Las Vegas, Jesse Merrick, to discuss. Plus, the team looks at why the deep red community around Ash Meadows in Nye County is fighting development and seeking a national conservation area designation, and why the Animal Foundation just flew 30 rescue pets out to Utah. Plus: This week in our members-only feed, we discuss the debate over turning First Friday into an exclusive, ticketed event.


Learn more about becoming a City Cast Las Vegas Neighbor at membership.citycast.fm.

Learn more about the sponsors of this April 9th episode:

Southern Nevada Water Authority

L.V. Academy of the Arts

Taskrabbit


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]]> 2024 The End of Vegas' Strangest Media Marriage The Las Vegas Review-Journal is no longer printing the Las Vegas Sun in its pages — at least for now. The longtime rival newspapers published competing op-eds to mark the change, which came after continued legal battles. But why was the Review-Journal printing the Sun in the first place, and should it continue doing so? Host Sonja Cho Swanson is getting the scoop on this modern newspaper war from UNLV history professor Michael Green, and longtime media observer and lawyer Dayvid Figler.  Learn more about the sponsors of this April 9th episode: Southern Nevada Water Authority L.V. Academy of the Arts Taskrabbit Want to get in touch? Follow us @CityCastVegas on Instagram, or email us at lasvegas@citycast.fm. You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719. For more Las Vegas news, make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter, Hey Las Vegas. Learn more about becoming a City Cast Las Vegas Neighbor at membership.citycast.fm. Looking to advertise on City Cast Las Vegas? Check out our options for podcast and newsletter ads at citycast.fm/advertise. Thu, 09 Apr 2026 10:00:00 -0000 full City Cast The Las Vegas Review-Journal is no longer printing the Las Vegas Sun in its pages — at least for now. The longtime rival newspapers published competing op-eds to mark the change, which came after continued legal battles. But why was the Review-Journal printing the Sun in the first place, and should it continue doing so? Host Sonja Cho Swanson is getting the scoop on this modern newspaper war from UNLV history professor Michael Green, and longtime media observer and lawyer Dayvid Figler.  Learn more about the sponsors of this April 9th episode: Southern Nevada Water Authority L.V. Academy of the Arts Taskrabbit Want to get in touch? Follow us @CityCastVegas on Instagram, or email us at lasvegas@citycast.fm. You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719. For more Las Vegas news, make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter, Hey Las Vegas. Learn more about becoming a City Cast Las Vegas Neighbor at membership.citycast.fm. Looking to advertise on City Cast Las Vegas? Check out our options for podcast and newsletter ads at citycast.fm/advertise. The Las Vegas Review-Journal is no longer printing the Las Vegas Sun in its pages — at least for now. The longtime rival newspapers published competing op-eds to mark the change, which came after continued legal battles. But why was the Review-Journal printing the Sun in the first place, and should it continue doing so? Host Sonja Cho Swanson is getting the scoop on this modern newspaper war from UNLV history professor Michael Green, and longtime media observer and lawyer Dayvid Figler. 

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Southern Nevada Water Authority

L.V. Academy of the Arts

Taskrabbit


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]]> 1604 Can Nevada Laws Catch Up to the Data Center Boom? More tech companies are eyeing Southern Nevada for data centers, as the state’s AI boom continues. But new proposals are getting local pushback over water and power usage, and raising questions about how to regulate these companies. So just how resource-draining are data centers, and is this boom actually a good thing for Nevada? Host Sonja Cho Swanson is getting the details from Review-Journal reporter Alan Halaly.  Learn more about the sponsors of this April 7th episode: Southern Nevada Water Authority L.V. Academy of the Arts Taskrabbit Want to get in touch? Follow us @CityCastVegas on Instagram, or email us at lasvegas@citycast.fm. You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719. For more Las Vegas news, make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter, Hey Las Vegas. Learn more about becoming a City Cast Las Vegas Neighbor at membership.citycast.fm. Looking to advertise on City Cast Las Vegas? Check out our options for podcast and newsletter ads at citycast.fm/advertise. Wed, 08 Apr 2026 10:00:00 -0000 full City Cast More tech companies are eyeing Southern Nevada for data centers, as the state’s AI boom continues. But new proposals are getting local pushback over water and power usage, and raising questions about how to regulate these companies. So just how resource-draining are data centers, and is this boom actually a good thing for Nevada? Host Sonja Cho Swanson is getting the details from Review-Journal reporter Alan Halaly.  Learn more about the sponsors of this April 7th episode: Southern Nevada Water Authority L.V. Academy of the Arts Taskrabbit Want to get in touch? Follow us @CityCastVegas on Instagram, or email us at lasvegas@citycast.fm. You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719. For more Las Vegas news, make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter, Hey Las Vegas. Learn more about becoming a City Cast Las Vegas Neighbor at membership.citycast.fm. Looking to advertise on City Cast Las Vegas? Check out our options for podcast and newsletter ads at citycast.fm/advertise. More tech companies are eyeing Southern Nevada for data centers, as the state’s AI boom continues. But new proposals are getting local pushback over water and power usage, and raising questions about how to regulate these companies. So just how resource-draining are data centers, and is this boom actually a good thing for Nevada? Host Sonja Cho Swanson is getting the details from Review-Journal reporter Alan Halaly. 

Learn more about the sponsors of this April 7th episode:

Southern Nevada Water Authority

L.V. Academy of the Arts

Taskrabbit


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]]> 1385 Could Nevada Have Its Own Zohran Mamdani? A pair of Democratic Socialists of America candidates are trying to unseat establishment Democrats in two Southern Nevada assembly races, betting that a message centered on affordability can break through. Nevada Current reporter Matthew Mondschein explains to host Sonja Cho Swanson how the candidates are rejecting corporate money, leaning on grassroots organizing, and tapping into voter frustration. But can that strategy translate into wins in Nevada’s political landscape? Learn more about the sponsors of this April 7th episode: Southern Nevada Water Authority L.V. Academy of the Arts Taskrabbit Want to get in touch? Follow us @CityCastVegas on Instagram, or email us at lasvegas@citycast.fm. You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719. For more Las Vegas news, make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter, Hey Las Vegas. Learn more about becoming a City Cast Las Vegas Neighbor at membership.citycast.fm. Looking to advertise on City Cast Las Vegas? Check out our options for podcast and newsletter ads at citycast.fm/advertise. Tue, 07 Apr 2026 10:00:00 -0000 full City Cast A pair of Democratic Socialists of America candidates are trying to unseat establishment Democrats in two Southern Nevada assembly races, betting that a message centered on affordability can break through. Nevada Current reporter Matthew Mondschein explains to host Sonja Cho Swanson how the candidates are rejecting corporate money, leaning on grassroots organizing, and tapping into voter frustration. But can that strategy translate into wins in Nevada’s political landscape? Learn more about the sponsors of this April 7th episode: Southern Nevada Water Authority L.V. Academy of the Arts Taskrabbit Want to get in touch? Follow us @CityCastVegas on Instagram, or email us at lasvegas@citycast.fm. You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719. For more Las Vegas news, make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter, Hey Las Vegas. Learn more about becoming a City Cast Las Vegas Neighbor at membership.citycast.fm. Looking to advertise on City Cast Las Vegas? Check out our options for podcast and newsletter ads at citycast.fm/advertise. A pair of Democratic Socialists of America candidates are trying to unseat establishment Democrats in two Southern Nevada assembly races, betting that a message centered on affordability can break through. Nevada Current reporter Matthew Mondschein explains to host Sonja Cho Swanson how the candidates are rejecting corporate money, leaning on grassroots organizing, and tapping into voter frustration. But can that strategy translate into wins in Nevada’s political landscape?


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Southern Nevada Water Authority

L.V. Academy of the Arts

Taskrabbit

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]]> 1469 When a DUI Turns Deadly, Who’s Responsible? Nevada is one of just a handful of states without so-called “Dram Shop” laws, aimed at allowing DUI victims to sue not just the driver who caused the accident, but the bar or restaurant that served that driver. And despite a large number of deadly DUI accidents, especially in Las Vegas, politicians remain deeply skeptical that Nevada could ever pass such a law. But why? Host Sonja Cho Swanson sits down with investigative reporter Katelyn Newberg from the Las Vegas Review-Journal to answer that and more.  Read Katelyn’s original investigation: Seeking accountability: Who shares responsibility for DUI crashes? In Nevada, businesses are shielded from liability Learn more about the sponsors of this April 6th episode: Taskrabbit SNWA Las Vegas Academy of the Arts Want to get in touch? Follow us @CityCastVegas on Instagram, or email us at lasvegas@citycast.fm. You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719. For more Las Vegas news, make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter, Hey Las Vegas. Learn more about becoming a City Cast Las Vegas Neighbor at membership.citycast.fm. Looking to advertise on City Cast Las Vegas? Check out our options for podcast and newsletter ads at citycast.fm/advertise. Mon, 06 Apr 2026 08:00:00 -0000 full City Cast Nevada is one of just a handful of states without so-called “Dram Shop” laws, aimed at allowing DUI victims to sue not just the driver who caused the accident, but the bar or restaurant that served that driver. And despite a large number of deadly DUI accidents, especially in Las Vegas, politicians remain deeply skeptical that Nevada could ever pass such a law. But why? Host Sonja Cho Swanson sits down with investigative reporter Katelyn Newberg from the Las Vegas Review-Journal to answer that and more.  Read Katelyn’s original investigation: Seeking accountability: Who shares responsibility for DUI crashes? In Nevada, businesses are shielded from liability Learn more about the sponsors of this April 6th episode: Taskrabbit SNWA Las Vegas Academy of the Arts Want to get in touch? Follow us @CityCastVegas on Instagram, or email us at lasvegas@citycast.fm. You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719. For more Las Vegas news, make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter, Hey Las Vegas. Learn more about becoming a City Cast Las Vegas Neighbor at membership.citycast.fm. Looking to advertise on City Cast Las Vegas? Check out our options for podcast and newsletter ads at citycast.fm/advertise. Nevada is one of just a handful of states without so-called “Dram Shop” laws, aimed at allowing DUI victims to sue not just the driver who caused the accident, but the bar or restaurant that served that driver. And despite a large number of deadly DUI accidents, especially in Las Vegas, politicians remain deeply skeptical that Nevada could ever pass such a law. But why? Host Sonja Cho Swanson sits down with investigative reporter Katelyn Newberg from the Las Vegas Review-Journal to answer that and more. 

Read Katelyn’s original investigation: Seeking accountability: Who shares responsibility for DUI crashes? In Nevada, businesses are shielded from liability

Learn more about the sponsors of this April 6th episode:

Taskrabbit

SNWA

Las Vegas Academy of the Arts

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]]> 1499 'Your City Could Be Better': Denver’s Bet on a Women’s Soccer Stadium — Presented By City Cast Las Vegas If you are a fan of the WNBA's Las Vegas Aces, you already know how incredible women's sports are! While more and more people are embracing women’s sports, Denver is only the second city in the U.S. to build a stadium specifically for women’s soccer. Will betting on women’s sports drive Denver’s economy or will Denverites be left paying the price for another stadium? City Cast CEO David Plotz talks with City Cast Denver podcast host Bree Davies about why Denver has invested so much into having sports downtown, how Denver has capitalized on repurposing old industrial spaces, and how bad traffic gets when all your sports are downtown. Plus, is it better to have a Mayor with or without aims for a greater political office? Mentioned on the show: The $tadium Game: Inside the lucrative world of Colorado’s pro sports stadiums [The Denver Post] 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. Sun, 05 Apr 2026 08:00:00 -0000 full City Cast If you are a fan of the WNBA's Las Vegas Aces, you already know how incredible women's sports are! While more and more people are embracing women’s sports, Denver is only the second city in the U.S. to build a stadium specifically for women’s soccer. Will betting on women’s sports drive Denver’s economy or will Denverites be left paying the price for another stadium? City Cast CEO David Plotz talks with City Cast Denver podcast host Bree Davies about why Denver has invested so much into having sports downtown, how Denver has capitalized on repurposing old industrial spaces, and how bad traffic gets when all your sports are downtown. Plus, is it better to have a Mayor with or without aims for a greater political office? Mentioned on the show: The $tadium Game: Inside the lucrative world of Colorado’s pro sports stadiums [The Denver Post] 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. If you are a fan of the WNBA's Las Vegas Aces, you already know how incredible women's sports are! While more and more people are embracing women’s sports, Denver is only the second city in the U.S. to build a stadium specifically for women’s soccer. Will betting on women’s sports drive Denver’s economy or will Denverites be left paying the price for another stadium? City Cast CEO David Plotz talks with City Cast Denver podcast host Bree Davies about why Denver has invested so much into having sports downtown, how Denver has capitalized on repurposing old industrial spaces, and how bad traffic gets when all your sports are downtown. Plus, is it better to have a Mayor with or without aims for a greater political office?

Mentioned on the show:

  • The $tadium Game: Inside the lucrative world of Colorado’s pro sports stadiums [The Denver Post]

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]]> 1656 The Golden Knights' Big Gamble, the Art of the Profane Tweet, and Why We Have Pop-Up Casinos It’s been a busy week in Las Vegas, and we’re breaking down the biggest stories shaping the valley right now. On today’s Friday News Roundup, we dig into the Golden Knights head coach shake-up, the drama over Congresswoman Susie Lee’s controversial tweet about a SCOTUS hearing on birthright citizenship, and the recurring phenomenon of pop-up casinos. Host Sonja Cho Swanson is joined by producers Layla Muhammad and Jacob Solis. Want to get in touch? Follow us @CityCastVegas on Instagram, or email us at lasvegas@citycast.fm. You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719. For more Las Vegas news, make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter, Hey Las Vegas. Learn more about becoming a City Cast Las Vegas Neighbor at membership.citycast.fm. Looking to advertise on City Cast Las Vegas? Check out our options for podcast and newsletter ads at citycast.fm/advertise. Fri, 03 Apr 2026 10:00:00 -0000 full City Cast It’s been a busy week in Las Vegas, and we’re breaking down the biggest stories shaping the valley right now. On today’s Friday News Roundup, we dig into the Golden Knights head coach shake-up, the drama over Congresswoman Susie Lee’s controversial tweet about a SCOTUS hearing on birthright citizenship, and the recurring phenomenon of pop-up casinos. Host Sonja Cho Swanson is joined by producers Layla Muhammad and Jacob Solis. Want to get in touch? Follow us @CityCastVegas on Instagram, or email us at lasvegas@citycast.fm. You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719. For more Las Vegas news, make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter, Hey Las Vegas. Learn more about becoming a City Cast Las Vegas Neighbor at membership.citycast.fm. Looking to advertise on City Cast Las Vegas? Check out our options for podcast and newsletter ads at citycast.fm/advertise. It’s been a busy week in Las Vegas, and we’re breaking down the biggest stories shaping the valley right now. On today’s Friday News Roundup, we dig into the Golden Knights head coach shake-up, the drama over Congresswoman Susie Lee’s controversial tweet about a SCOTUS hearing on birthright citizenship, and the recurring phenomenon of pop-up casinos. Host Sonja Cho Swanson is joined by producers Layla Muhammad and Jacob Solis.

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]]> 2119 Will Nevadans Still Be Able To Vote By Mail This November? The Trump Administration has spent months attempting to radically reshape how elections are run across the US – even though it’s up to the states, individually, to run elections. That includes an executive order signed this week seeking to do away with vote-by-mail as we know it. But how will these proposed changes affect Las Vegas? The state’s elections chief – Secretary of State Cisco Aguilar – joins host Sonja Cho Swanson to dive deep on not just what could change in 2026, but why it matters.   Want to get in touch? Follow us @CityCastVegas on Instagram, or email us at lasvegas@citycast.fm. You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719. For more Las Vegas news, make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter, Hey Las Vegas. Learn more about becoming a City Cast Las Vegas Neighbor at membership.citycast.fm. Looking to advertise on City Cast Las Vegas? Check out our options for podcast and newsletter ads at citycast.fm/advertise. Thu, 02 Apr 2026 08:00:00 -0000 full City Cast The Trump Administration has spent months attempting to radically reshape how elections are run across the US – even though it’s up to the states, individually, to run elections. That includes an executive order signed this week seeking to do away with vote-by-mail as we know it. But how will these proposed changes affect Las Vegas? The state’s elections chief – Secretary of State Cisco Aguilar – joins host Sonja Cho Swanson to dive deep on not just what could change in 2026, but why it matters.   Want to get in touch? Follow us @CityCastVegas on Instagram, or email us at lasvegas@citycast.fm. You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719. For more Las Vegas news, make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter, Hey Las Vegas. Learn more about becoming a City Cast Las Vegas Neighbor at membership.citycast.fm. Looking to advertise on City Cast Las Vegas? Check out our options for podcast and newsletter ads at citycast.fm/advertise. The Trump Administration has spent months attempting to radically reshape how elections are run across the US – even though it’s up to the states, individually, to run elections. That includes an executive order signed this week seeking to do away with vote-by-mail as we know it. But how will these proposed changes affect Las Vegas? The state’s elections chief – Secretary of State Cisco Aguilar – joins host Sonja Cho Swanson to dive deep on not just what could change in 2026, but why it matters.  

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]]> 1622 Your Guide to April 2026 in Las Vegas April in Las Vegas hits a sweet spot, with ideal weather (usually), packed festival calendars, and locals fully out and about. From a citywide wrestling takeover and nostalgic movie screenings to stargazing parties and under-the-radar food gems, there’s no shortage of ways to fill your calendar. We’ve got tips for dodging lines, finding parking, and eating your way through everything from Gujarati cuisine to Taiwanese tea and Eastern European desserts. Host Sonja Cho Swanson is joined by newsletter editor Rob Kachelriess and writer and comedian Jason Harris. Want to learn how to photograph dark skies on your phone? Check out this episode for tips! Want to get in touch? Follow us @CityCastVegas on Instagram, or email us at lasvegas@citycast.fm. You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719. For more Las Vegas news, make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter, Hey Las Vegas. Learn more about becoming a City Cast Las Vegas Neighbor at membership.citycast.fm. Looking to advertise on City Cast Las Vegas? Check out our options for podcast and newsletter ads at citycast.fm/advertise. Wed, 01 Apr 2026 10:00:00 -0000 full City Cast April in Las Vegas hits a sweet spot, with ideal weather (usually), packed festival calendars, and locals fully out and about. From a citywide wrestling takeover and nostalgic movie screenings to stargazing parties and under-the-radar food gems, there’s no shortage of ways to fill your calendar. We’ve got tips for dodging lines, finding parking, and eating your way through everything from Gujarati cuisine to Taiwanese tea and Eastern European desserts. Host Sonja Cho Swanson is joined by newsletter editor Rob Kachelriess and writer and comedian Jason Harris. Want to learn how to photograph dark skies on your phone? Check out this episode for tips! Want to get in touch? Follow us @CityCastVegas on Instagram, or email us at lasvegas@citycast.fm. You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719. For more Las Vegas news, make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter, Hey Las Vegas. Learn more about becoming a City Cast Las Vegas Neighbor at membership.citycast.fm. Looking to advertise on City Cast Las Vegas? Check out our options for podcast and newsletter ads at citycast.fm/advertise. April in Las Vegas hits a sweet spot, with ideal weather (usually), packed festival calendars, and locals fully out and about. From a citywide wrestling takeover and nostalgic movie screenings to stargazing parties and under-the-radar food gems, there’s no shortage of ways to fill your calendar. We’ve got tips for dodging lines, finding parking, and eating your way through everything from Gujarati cuisine to Taiwanese tea and Eastern European desserts. Host Sonja Cho Swanson is joined by newsletter editor Rob Kachelriess and writer and comedian Jason Harris.


Want to learn how to photograph dark skies on your phone? Check out this episode for tips!


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]]> 1985 What Casino Carpets Are Really Doing to Your Brain Vegas casinos are constantly reinventing themselves, with recent multimillion-dollar renovations at the Horseshoe and Ellis Island reaching all the way down to the carpets. Those bold, swirling patterns are not just decorative, they are carefully designed to shape how you move and feel. We revisit a conversation that unpacks the hidden strategy and surprising psychology behind one of the Strip’s most overlooked design elements. Sarah Lohman talks with carpet designer Terrien Hale and interior designer Alice O’Keefe. Want to get in touch? Follow us @CityCastVegas on Instagram, or email us at lasvegas@citycast.fm. You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719. For more Las Vegas news, make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter, Hey Las Vegas. Learn more about becoming a City Cast Las Vegas Neighbor at membership.citycast.fm. Looking to advertise on City Cast Las Vegas? Check out our options for podcast and newsletter ads at citycast.fm/advertise. Tue, 31 Mar 2026 10:00:00 -0000 full City Cast Vegas casinos are constantly reinventing themselves, with recent multimillion-dollar renovations at the Horseshoe and Ellis Island reaching all the way down to the carpets. Those bold, swirling patterns are not just decorative, they are carefully designed to shape how you move and feel. We revisit a conversation that unpacks the hidden strategy and surprising psychology behind one of the Strip’s most overlooked design elements. Sarah Lohman talks with carpet designer Terrien Hale and interior designer Alice O’Keefe. Want to get in touch? Follow us @CityCastVegas on Instagram, or email us at lasvegas@citycast.fm. You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719. For more Las Vegas news, make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter, Hey Las Vegas. Learn more about becoming a City Cast Las Vegas Neighbor at membership.citycast.fm. Looking to advertise on City Cast Las Vegas? Check out our options for podcast and newsletter ads at citycast.fm/advertise. Vegas casinos are constantly reinventing themselves, with recent multimillion-dollar renovations at the Horseshoe and Ellis Island reaching all the way down to the carpets. Those bold, swirling patterns are not just decorative, they are carefully designed to shape how you move and feel. We revisit a conversation that unpacks the hidden strategy and surprising psychology behind one of the Strip’s most overlooked design elements. Sarah Lohman talks with carpet designer Terrien Hale and interior designer Alice O’Keefe.

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]]> 1239 WrestleMania Is Back — Are Women the Real Winners? WrestleMania is back in Las Vegas after a controversial bid win, and this year the spotlight is shifting as women take center stage in more matches than ever. We dig into how the sport evolved from the Divas era to today’s athletic, headline-making superstars and why fan backlash online now shapes the storylines in real time. Plus, what rising ticket prices, local indie promotions, and Vegas’ growing role as a wrestling hub mean for the future of the industry here. Host Sonja Cho Swanson talks with Wrestling Winedown founder Lo about how women are redefining professional wrestling. Learn more about the sponsors of this March 30th episode: UNLV Performing Arts Center Want to get in touch? Follow us @CityCastVegas on Instagram, or email us at lasvegas@citycast.fm. You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719. For more Las Vegas news, make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter, Hey Las Vegas. Learn more about becoming a City Cast Las Vegas Neighbor at membership.citycast.fm. Looking to advertise on City Cast Las Vegas? Check out our options for podcast and newsletter ads at citycast.fm/advertise. Mon, 30 Mar 2026 10:00:00 -0000 full City Cast WrestleMania is back in Las Vegas after a controversial bid win, and this year the spotlight is shifting as women take center stage in more matches than ever. We dig into how the sport evolved from the Divas era to today’s athletic, headline-making superstars and why fan backlash online now shapes the storylines in real time. Plus, what rising ticket prices, local indie promotions, and Vegas’ growing role as a wrestling hub mean for the future of the industry here. Host Sonja Cho Swanson talks with Wrestling Winedown founder Lo about how women are redefining professional wrestling. Learn more about the sponsors of this March 30th episode: UNLV Performing Arts Center Want to get in touch? Follow us @CityCastVegas on Instagram, or email us at lasvegas@citycast.fm. You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719. For more Las Vegas news, make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter, Hey Las Vegas. Learn more about becoming a City Cast Las Vegas Neighbor at membership.citycast.fm. Looking to advertise on City Cast Las Vegas? Check out our options for podcast and newsletter ads at citycast.fm/advertise. WrestleMania is back in Las Vegas after a controversial bid win, and this year the spotlight is shifting as women take center stage in more matches than ever. We dig into how the sport evolved from the Divas era to today’s athletic, headline-making superstars and why fan backlash online now shapes the storylines in real time. Plus, what rising ticket prices, local indie promotions, and Vegas’ growing role as a wrestling hub mean for the future of the industry here. Host Sonja Cho Swanson talks with Wrestling Winedown founder Lo about how women are redefining professional wrestling.

Learn more about the sponsors of this March 30th episode:

UNLV Performing Arts Center

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]]> 1597 'Your City Could Be Better': How Austin is Succeeding at Affordable Housing — Presented By City Cast Las Vegas More affordable housing is needed in places like Las Vegas. Some cities, however, are doing better than others at meeting this need. Austin, Texas, for example, is building more affordable housing than any other American city right now — 50% more, by some measures, than the second most successful city. However, this fast-growing city is also seeing a shortage in housing that middle- and lower-income residents can afford. City Cast CEO David Plotz talks with City Cast Austin podcast host Nikki DaVaughn about this paradox, the city’s affordable housing successes, and where Austin’s still falling short. Plus, how far is too far to walk to a neighbor’s house? 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. Sun, 29 Mar 2026 10:00:00 -0000 full City Cast More affordable housing is needed in places like Las Vegas. Some cities, however, are doing better than others at meeting this need. Austin, Texas, for example, is building more affordable housing than any other American city right now — 50% more, by some measures, than the second most successful city. However, this fast-growing city is also seeing a shortage in housing that middle- and lower-income residents can afford. City Cast CEO David Plotz talks with City Cast Austin podcast host Nikki DaVaughn about this paradox, the city’s affordable housing successes, and where Austin’s still falling short. Plus, how far is too far to walk to a neighbor’s house? 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. More affordable housing is needed in places like Las Vegas. Some cities, however, are doing better than others at meeting this need. Austin, Texas, for example, is building more affordable housing than any other American city right now — 50% more, by some measures, than the second most successful city. However, this fast-growing city is also seeing a shortage in housing that middle- and lower-income residents can afford. City Cast CEO David Plotz talks with City Cast Austin podcast host Nikki DaVaughn about this paradox, the city’s affordable housing successes, and where Austin’s still falling short. Plus, how far is too far to walk to a neighbor’s house?

Is there something your city is doing that we should be talking about? Email David now! 

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]]> 1450 Where Have All the Primary Debates Gone? Plus, Vegas Avoids a TSA Nightmare and the Super Bowl Returns Democratic Attorney General Aaron Ford is the presumptive front-runner for the party’s nomination for governor ahead of June’s primaries. But he’s not alone – and so far he has declined invitations to debate fellow candidate and Washoe County Commission Alexis Hill. So what are Nevadans losing when primary debates start to disappear? April Corbin Girnus and Michael “MJ” Lyle, both from the Nevada Current, join host Sonja Cho Swanson to break it down. Plus, the group discusses why ICE hasn’t supplemented TSA at the Las Vegas Airport, and what the NBA’s interest in Vegas (and potentially another Super Bowl) mean for the city.  Want to help TSA agents going without pay during the partial government shutdown? Find more here. Learn more about the sponsors of this March 27th episode:  UNLV Performing Arts Center Zen Leaf Las Vegas Want to get in touch? Follow us @CityCastVegas on Instagram, or email us at lasvegas@citycast.fm. You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719. For more Las Vegas news, make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter, Hey Las Vegas. Learn more about becoming a City Cast Las Vegas Neighbor at membership.citycast.fm. Looking to advertise on City Cast Las Vegas? Check out our options for podcast and newsletter ads at citycast.fm/advertise. Fri, 27 Mar 2026 10:00:00 -0000 full City Cast Democratic Attorney General Aaron Ford is the presumptive front-runner for the party’s nomination for governor ahead of June’s primaries. But he’s not alone – and so far he has declined invitations to debate fellow candidate and Washoe County Commission Alexis Hill. So what are Nevadans losing when primary debates start to disappear? April Corbin Girnus and Michael “MJ” Lyle, both from the Nevada Current, join host Sonja Cho Swanson to break it down. Plus, the group discusses why ICE hasn’t supplemented TSA at the Las Vegas Airport, and what the NBA’s interest in Vegas (and potentially another Super Bowl) mean for the city.  Want to help TSA agents going without pay during the partial government shutdown? Find more here. Learn more about the sponsors of this March 27th episode:  UNLV Performing Arts Center Zen Leaf Las Vegas Want to get in touch? Follow us @CityCastVegas on Instagram, or email us at lasvegas@citycast.fm. You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719. For more Las Vegas news, make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter, Hey Las Vegas. Learn more about becoming a City Cast Las Vegas Neighbor at membership.citycast.fm. Looking to advertise on City Cast Las Vegas? Check out our options for podcast and newsletter ads at citycast.fm/advertise. Democratic Attorney General Aaron Ford is the presumptive front-runner for the party’s nomination for governor ahead of June’s primaries. But he’s not alone – and so far he has declined invitations to debate fellow candidate and Washoe County Commission Alexis Hill. So what are Nevadans losing when primary debates start to disappear? April Corbin Girnus and Michael “MJ” Lyle, both from the Nevada Current, join host Sonja Cho Swanson to break it down. Plus, the group discusses why ICE hasn’t supplemented TSA at the Las Vegas Airport, and what the NBA’s interest in Vegas (and potentially another Super Bowl) mean for the city. 

Want to help TSA agents going without pay during the partial government shutdown? Find more here.

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]]> 2056 Why Indian Food Is Better Than Ever in Vegas With the arrival of Gymkhana’s Michelin star-power to the Las Vegas Strip, the city’s burgeoning high-end Indian food scene has grabbed national headlines. But what led to Indian food’s upscale Vegas momentum – and maybe more importantly, where are the best slightly-more-affordable spots to eat? Today on City Cast Las Vegas, Giselle D'souza, founder of Nothing to Do LV Eats, and Roshni Dutt McIntire, private chef and founder of Dutt House, sit down with host Sonja Cho Swanson to break down why Indian cuisine is finally breaking through. Learn more about the sponsors of this March 26th episode: UNLV Performing Arts Center Zen Leaf Want to get in touch? Follow us @CityCastVegas on Instagram, or email us at lasvegas@citycast.fm. You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719. For more Las Vegas news, make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter, Hey Las Vegas. Learn more about becoming a City Cast Las Vegas Neighbor at membership.citycast.fm. Looking to advertise on City Cast Las Vegas? Check out our options for podcast and newsletter ads at citycast.fm/advertise. Thu, 26 Mar 2026 10:00:00 -0000 full City Cast With the arrival of Gymkhana’s Michelin star-power to the Las Vegas Strip, the city’s burgeoning high-end Indian food scene has grabbed national headlines. But what led to Indian food’s upscale Vegas momentum – and maybe more importantly, where are the best slightly-more-affordable spots to eat? Today on City Cast Las Vegas, Giselle D'souza, founder of Nothing to Do LV Eats, and Roshni Dutt McIntire, private chef and founder of Dutt House, sit down with host Sonja Cho Swanson to break down why Indian cuisine is finally breaking through. Learn more about the sponsors of this March 26th episode: UNLV Performing Arts Center Zen Leaf Want to get in touch? Follow us @CityCastVegas on Instagram, or email us at lasvegas@citycast.fm. You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719. For more Las Vegas news, make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter, Hey Las Vegas. Learn more about becoming a City Cast Las Vegas Neighbor at membership.citycast.fm. Looking to advertise on City Cast Las Vegas? Check out our options for podcast and newsletter ads at citycast.fm/advertise. With the arrival of Gymkhana’s Michelin star-power to the Las Vegas Strip, the city’s burgeoning high-end Indian food scene has grabbed national headlines. But what led to Indian food’s upscale Vegas momentum – and maybe more importantly, where are the best slightly-more-affordable spots to eat? Today on City Cast Las Vegas, Giselle D'souza, founder of Nothing to Do LV Eats, and Roshni Dutt McIntire, private chef and founder of Dutt House, sit down with host Sonja Cho Swanson to break down why Indian cuisine is finally breaking through.

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UNLV Performing Arts Center

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]]> 1588 How Vegas Shows Mercy To Law-Breaking Gamblers When gambling addicts commit serious financial crimes, is prison the only answer? Las Vegas’ Problem Gambling Diversion Court has given local judges a rare alternative. But how well does the system work, really? For Problem Gambling Awareness Month, City Cast Las Vegas contributor and longtime local defense attorney Dayvid Figler joins host Sonja Cho Swanson to dive deep on the diversion court – and why Vegas might just be a model for other cities reckoning with worsening gambling addictions.  Learn more about the sponsors of this March 25th episode: UNLV Performing Arts Center Zen Leaf Roseman University Want to get in touch? Follow us @CityCastVegas on Instagram, or email us at lasvegas@citycast.fm. You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719. For more Las Vegas news, make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter, Hey Las Vegas. Learn more about becoming a City Cast Las Vegas Neighbor at membership.citycast.fm. Looking to advertise on City Cast Las Vegas? Check out our options for podcast and newsletter ads at citycast.fm/advertise. Wed, 25 Mar 2026 10:00:00 -0000 full City Cast When gambling addicts commit serious financial crimes, is prison the only answer? Las Vegas’ Problem Gambling Diversion Court has given local judges a rare alternative. But how well does the system work, really? For Problem Gambling Awareness Month, City Cast Las Vegas contributor and longtime local defense attorney Dayvid Figler joins host Sonja Cho Swanson to dive deep on the diversion court – and why Vegas might just be a model for other cities reckoning with worsening gambling addictions.  Learn more about the sponsors of this March 25th episode: UNLV Performing Arts Center Zen Leaf Roseman University Want to get in touch? Follow us @CityCastVegas on Instagram, or email us at lasvegas@citycast.fm. You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719. For more Las Vegas news, make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter, Hey Las Vegas. Learn more about becoming a City Cast Las Vegas Neighbor at membership.citycast.fm. Looking to advertise on City Cast Las Vegas? Check out our options for podcast and newsletter ads at citycast.fm/advertise. When gambling addicts commit serious financial crimes, is prison the only answer? Las Vegas’ Problem Gambling Diversion Court has given local judges a rare alternative. But how well does the system work, really? For Problem Gambling Awareness Month, City Cast Las Vegas contributor and longtime local defense attorney Dayvid Figler joins host Sonja Cho Swanson to dive deep on the diversion court – and why Vegas might just be a model for other cities reckoning with worsening gambling addictions. 

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UNLV Performing Arts Center

Zen Leaf

Roseman University

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]]> 1679 The Secret Life of the Boulevard Mall The Boulevard Mall went from suburban status symbol to so-called dead mall to something much more interesting, a community hub that reflects how Las Vegas actually lives, learns, and hangs out today. This episode digs into its midcentury origins, mall walking heyday, a lost time capsule, and the creative reinvention that’s keeping its storefronts full and its halls busy. Host Sonja Cho Swanson talks with Nevada Preservation Foundation’s Paige Figenbaum and April Mench about why this “lost relic” might be one of the city’s most underrated success stories. Don't miss NPF's Mall Walk Through the Era's Tour. Learn more about the sponsors of this March 24th episode: UNLV Performing Arts Center Zen Leaf Roseman University Want to get in touch? Follow us @CityCastVegas on Instagram, or email us at lasvegas@citycast.fm. You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719. For more Las Vegas news, make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter, Hey Las Vegas. Learn more about becoming a City Cast Las Vegas Neighbor at membership.citycast.fm. Looking to advertise on City Cast Las Vegas? Check out our options for podcast and newsletter ads at citycast.fm/advertise. Tue, 24 Mar 2026 10:00:00 -0000 full City Cast The Boulevard Mall went from suburban status symbol to so-called dead mall to something much more interesting, a community hub that reflects how Las Vegas actually lives, learns, and hangs out today. This episode digs into its midcentury origins, mall walking heyday, a lost time capsule, and the creative reinvention that’s keeping its storefronts full and its halls busy. Host Sonja Cho Swanson talks with Nevada Preservation Foundation’s Paige Figenbaum and April Mench about why this “lost relic” might be one of the city’s most underrated success stories. Don't miss NPF's Mall Walk Through the Era's Tour. Learn more about the sponsors of this March 24th episode: UNLV Performing Arts Center Zen Leaf Roseman University Want to get in touch? Follow us @CityCastVegas on Instagram, or email us at lasvegas@citycast.fm. You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719. For more Las Vegas news, make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter, Hey Las Vegas. Learn more about becoming a City Cast Las Vegas Neighbor at membership.citycast.fm. Looking to advertise on City Cast Las Vegas? Check out our options for podcast and newsletter ads at citycast.fm/advertise. The Boulevard Mall went from suburban status symbol to so-called dead mall to something much more interesting, a community hub that reflects how Las Vegas actually lives, learns, and hangs out today. This episode digs into its midcentury origins, mall walking heyday, a lost time capsule, and the creative reinvention that’s keeping its storefronts full and its halls busy. Host Sonja Cho Swanson talks with Nevada Preservation Foundation’s Paige Figenbaum and April Mench about why this “lost relic” might be one of the city’s most underrated success stories.

Don't miss NPF's Mall Walk Through the Era's Tour.

Learn more about the sponsors of this March 24th episode:

UNLV Performing Arts Center

Zen Leaf

Roseman University

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]]> 1620 Get in Losers, We’re Going Birding For many, bird watching or “birding” is firmly the stuff of retirement age – complete with floppy hats, binoculars and walks through the park. But in just the last few years, birding clubs have sprouted across Las Vegas’ colleges and universities, including just last month at CSN. So what is it about these birds that have captured Gen Z’s imagination? Host Sonja Cho Swanson is joined by Morrigan DeVito, Education and Outreach Director at the Red Rock Audubon Society and Franklin Ung, President of the UNLV Birding Club, to find out if the early bird really does get the worm. Want to get in touch? Follow us @CityCastVegas on Instagram, or email us at lasvegas@citycast.fm. You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719. For more Las Vegas news, make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter, Hey Las Vegas. Learn more about becoming a City Cast Las Vegas Neighbor at membership.citycast.fm. Looking to advertise on City Cast Las Vegas? Check out our options for podcast and newsletter ads at citycast.fm/advertise. Mon, 23 Mar 2026 10:00:00 -0000 full City Cast For many, bird watching or “birding” is firmly the stuff of retirement age – complete with floppy hats, binoculars and walks through the park. But in just the last few years, birding clubs have sprouted across Las Vegas’ colleges and universities, including just last month at CSN. So what is it about these birds that have captured Gen Z’s imagination? Host Sonja Cho Swanson is joined by Morrigan DeVito, Education and Outreach Director at the Red Rock Audubon Society and Franklin Ung, President of the UNLV Birding Club, to find out if the early bird really does get the worm. Want to get in touch? Follow us @CityCastVegas on Instagram, or email us at lasvegas@citycast.fm. You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719. For more Las Vegas news, make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter, Hey Las Vegas. Learn more about becoming a City Cast Las Vegas Neighbor at membership.citycast.fm. Looking to advertise on City Cast Las Vegas? Check out our options for podcast and newsletter ads at citycast.fm/advertise. For many, bird watching or “birding” is firmly the stuff of retirement age – complete with floppy hats, binoculars and walks through the park. But in just the last few years, birding clubs have sprouted across Las Vegas’ colleges and universities, including just last month at CSN. So what is it about these birds that have captured Gen Z’s imagination? Host Sonja Cho Swanson is joined by Morrigan DeVito, Education and Outreach Director at the Red Rock Audubon Society and Franklin Ung, President of the UNLV Birding Club, to find out if the early bird really does get the worm.

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]]> 1878 'Your City Could Be Better': Could a Nevada Brothel Help Redefine Labor Standards Nationwide? Will sex workers in Pahrump, Nevada, unionize, and if so, what are the implications for gig workers across the state and beyond? At Sheri's Ranch, a legal brothel 45 minutes outside Las Vegas, some of the workers are seeking both recognition as employees and union representation. City Cast CEO David Plotz talks with former City Cast Las Vegas host, current contributor, and longtime Nevada attorney Dayvid Figler about why sex workers are considered independent contractors, what sparked this legal battle, and what happens if they win. Plus, what's different about neighborhoods in Las Vegas? Mentioned on the show: Could a Pahrump Brothel Union Set a New National Standard for Labor Laws? (City Cast Las Vegas) 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. Sun, 22 Mar 2026 10:00:00 -0000 full City Cast Will sex workers in Pahrump, Nevada, unionize, and if so, what are the implications for gig workers across the state and beyond? At Sheri's Ranch, a legal brothel 45 minutes outside Las Vegas, some of the workers are seeking both recognition as employees and union representation. City Cast CEO David Plotz talks with former City Cast Las Vegas host, current contributor, and longtime Nevada attorney Dayvid Figler about why sex workers are considered independent contractors, what sparked this legal battle, and what happens if they win. Plus, what's different about neighborhoods in Las Vegas? Mentioned on the show: Could a Pahrump Brothel Union Set a New National Standard for Labor Laws? (City Cast Las Vegas) 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. Will sex workers in Pahrump, Nevada, unionize, and if so, what are the implications for gig workers across the state and beyond? At Sheri's Ranch, a legal brothel 45 minutes outside Las Vegas, some of the workers are seeking both recognition as employees and union representation. City Cast CEO David Plotz talks with former City Cast Las Vegas host, current contributor, and longtime Nevada attorney Dayvid Figler about why sex workers are considered independent contractors, what sparked this legal battle, and what happens if they win. Plus, what's different about neighborhoods in Las Vegas?

Mentioned on the show:

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]]> 1548 Should Cops Decide Who Gets Ankle Monitors? Plus, Camels as Pets and the NBA Eyes Vegas The owner of a petting zoo in Henderson says that the city's attempt to classify her camels as "exotic animals" puts her business in peril. The standoff has sparked a debate: Are camels "exotic" wild animals or domestic pets, and which animals should be allowed in our increasingly urbanized neighborhoods? Host Sonja Cho Swanson sits down with executive producer Layla Muhammad and creative producer Jacob Solis to discuss. Plus, a case is headed up to the Nevada Supreme Court over who has the final say on release with electronic monitoring — Metro or the courts — setting the stage for an existential fight over the balance of powers. Lastly, Vegas's NBA expansion team dreams will be decided at a Commissioners meeting next week — who's courting Nevada for a stake? Learn more about the sponsors of this March 20th episode: Roseman University Want to get in touch? Follow us @CityCastVegas on Instagram, or email us at lasvegas@citycast.fm. You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719. For more Las Vegas news, make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter, Hey Las Vegas. Learn more about becoming a City Cast Las Vegas Neighbor at membership.citycast.fm. Looking to advertise on City Cast Las Vegas? Check out our options for podcast and newsletter ads at citycast.fm/advertise. Fri, 20 Mar 2026 10:00:00 -0000 full City Cast The owner of a petting zoo in Henderson says that the city's attempt to classify her camels as "exotic animals" puts her business in peril. The standoff has sparked a debate: Are camels "exotic" wild animals or domestic pets, and which animals should be allowed in our increasingly urbanized neighborhoods? Host Sonja Cho Swanson sits down with executive producer Layla Muhammad and creative producer Jacob Solis to discuss. Plus, a case is headed up to the Nevada Supreme Court over who has the final say on release with electronic monitoring — Metro or the courts — setting the stage for an existential fight over the balance of powers. Lastly, Vegas's NBA expansion team dreams will be decided at a Commissioners meeting next week — who's courting Nevada for a stake? Learn more about the sponsors of this March 20th episode: Roseman University Want to get in touch? Follow us @CityCastVegas on Instagram, or email us at lasvegas@citycast.fm. You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719. For more Las Vegas news, make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter, Hey Las Vegas. Learn more about becoming a City Cast Las Vegas Neighbor at membership.citycast.fm. Looking to advertise on City Cast Las Vegas? Check out our options for podcast and newsletter ads at citycast.fm/advertise. The owner of a petting zoo in Henderson says that the city's attempt to classify her camels as "exotic animals" puts her business in peril. The standoff has sparked a debate: Are camels "exotic" wild animals or domestic pets, and which animals should be allowed in our increasingly urbanized neighborhoods? Host Sonja Cho Swanson sits down with executive producer Layla Muhammad and creative producer Jacob Solis to discuss. Plus, a case is headed up to the Nevada Supreme Court over who has the final say on release with electronic monitoring — Metro or the courts — setting the stage for an existential fight over the balance of powers. Lastly, Vegas's NBA expansion team dreams will be decided at a Commissioners meeting next week — who's courting Nevada for a stake?

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Roseman University

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]]> 2112 The Ultimate Guide to Ramen in Las Vegas Ramen’s staying power in Las Vegas is on full display, with new openings and menu expansions popping up across the valley. From Henderson to Downtown Summerlin to the Strip, chefs are doubling down on a dish that locals never seem to tire of. We revisit a conversation Dayvid Figler had with food blogger Phil Tzeng to talk about why ramen still resonates and where to find the most satisfying bowls right now. Learn more about the sponsors of this March 19th episode: Roseman University Want to get in touch? Follow us @CityCastVegas on Instagram, or email us at lasvegas@citycast.fm. You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719. For more Las Vegas news, make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter, Hey Las Vegas. Learn more about becoming a City Cast Las Vegas Neighbor at membership.citycast.fm. Looking to advertise on City Cast Las Vegas? Check out our options for podcast and newsletter ads at citycast.fm/advertise. Thu, 19 Mar 2026 10:00:00 -0000 full City Cast Ramen’s staying power in Las Vegas is on full display, with new openings and menu expansions popping up across the valley. From Henderson to Downtown Summerlin to the Strip, chefs are doubling down on a dish that locals never seem to tire of. We revisit a conversation Dayvid Figler had with food blogger Phil Tzeng to talk about why ramen still resonates and where to find the most satisfying bowls right now. Learn more about the sponsors of this March 19th episode: Roseman University Want to get in touch? Follow us @CityCastVegas on Instagram, or email us at lasvegas@citycast.fm. You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719. For more Las Vegas news, make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter, Hey Las Vegas. Learn more about becoming a City Cast Las Vegas Neighbor at membership.citycast.fm. Looking to advertise on City Cast Las Vegas? Check out our options for podcast and newsletter ads at citycast.fm/advertise. Ramen’s staying power in Las Vegas is on full display, with new openings and menu expansions popping up across the valley. From Henderson to Downtown Summerlin to the Strip, chefs are doubling down on a dish that locals never seem to tire of. We revisit a conversation Dayvid Figler had with food blogger Phil Tzeng to talk about why ramen still resonates and where to find the most satisfying bowls right now.

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Roseman University

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]]> 1501 Extreme Heat Hits Early — What It Means for Vegas Las Vegas is staring down a record-breaking March heat wave as near triple-digit temperatures arrive months early, raising alarms about climate extremes, public safety, and what this means for tourism and daily life in the valley. The team digs into the wild headlines behind the heat dome, from nationwide weather chaos to shrinking snowpack and looming water impacts, while swapping personal gripes and surprisingly inventive ways to cope. Host Sonja Cho Swanson is joined by newsletter editor Rob Kachelriess and creative producer Jacob Solis. Want to get in touch? Follow us @CityCastVegas on Instagram, or email us at lasvegas@citycast.fm. You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719. For more Las Vegas news, make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter, Hey Las Vegas. Learn more about becoming a City Cast Las Vegas Neighbor at membership.citycast.fm. Looking to advertise on City Cast Las Vegas? Check out our options for podcast and newsletter ads at citycast.fm/advertise. Wed, 18 Mar 2026 10:00:00 -0000 full City Cast Las Vegas is staring down a record-breaking March heat wave as near triple-digit temperatures arrive months early, raising alarms about climate extremes, public safety, and what this means for tourism and daily life in the valley. The team digs into the wild headlines behind the heat dome, from nationwide weather chaos to shrinking snowpack and looming water impacts, while swapping personal gripes and surprisingly inventive ways to cope. Host Sonja Cho Swanson is joined by newsletter editor Rob Kachelriess and creative producer Jacob Solis. Want to get in touch? Follow us @CityCastVegas on Instagram, or email us at lasvegas@citycast.fm. You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719. For more Las Vegas news, make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter, Hey Las Vegas. Learn more about becoming a City Cast Las Vegas Neighbor at membership.citycast.fm. Looking to advertise on City Cast Las Vegas? Check out our options for podcast and newsletter ads at citycast.fm/advertise. Las Vegas is staring down a record-breaking March heat wave as near triple-digit temperatures arrive months early, raising alarms about climate extremes, public safety, and what this means for tourism and daily life in the valley. The team digs into the wild headlines behind the heat dome, from nationwide weather chaos to shrinking snowpack and looming water impacts, while swapping personal gripes and surprisingly inventive ways to cope. Host Sonja Cho Swanson is joined by newsletter editor Rob Kachelriess and creative producer Jacob Solis.

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]]> 1357 Could Your Power Bill Decide Nevada’s Governor Race? NV Energy’s billing changes and a recent overbilling controversy have stirred public anger and raised new questions about how Southern Nevadans pay for power. The new peak demand charge could reshape monthly electric bills, spark lawsuits, and even influence the politics of rooftop solar and energy fairness across the valley. Dana Gentry, senior reporter at the Nevada Current, breaks down the ⁠⁠policy fight and its potential impact⁠⁠ on the governor’s race with host Sonja Cho Swanson. Want to get in touch? Follow us @CityCastVegas on ⁠⁠Instagram⁠⁠, or email us at ⁠⁠lasvegas@citycast.fm⁠⁠. You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719. For more Las Vegas news, make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter, ⁠⁠Hey Las Vegas⁠⁠. Learn more about becoming a City Cast Las Vegas Neighbor at ⁠⁠membership.citycast.fm⁠⁠. Looking to advertise on City Cast Las Vegas? Check out our options for podcast and newsletter ads at ⁠⁠citycast.fm/advertise⁠⁠. Tue, 17 Mar 2026 10:00:00 -0000 full City Cast NV Energy’s billing changes and a recent overbilling controversy have stirred public anger and raised new questions about how Southern Nevadans pay for power. The new peak demand charge could reshape monthly electric bills, spark lawsuits, and even influence the politics of rooftop solar and energy fairness across the valley. Dana Gentry, senior reporter at the Nevada Current, breaks down the ⁠⁠policy fight and its potential impact⁠⁠ on the governor’s race with host Sonja Cho Swanson. Want to get in touch? Follow us @CityCastVegas on ⁠⁠Instagram⁠⁠, or email us at ⁠⁠lasvegas@citycast.fm⁠⁠. You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719. For more Las Vegas news, make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter, ⁠⁠Hey Las Vegas⁠⁠. Learn more about becoming a City Cast Las Vegas Neighbor at ⁠⁠membership.citycast.fm⁠⁠. Looking to advertise on City Cast Las Vegas? Check out our options for podcast and newsletter ads at ⁠⁠citycast.fm/advertise⁠⁠. NV Energy’s billing changes and a recent overbilling controversy have stirred public anger and raised new questions about how Southern Nevadans pay for power. The new peak demand charge could reshape monthly electric bills, spark lawsuits, and even influence the politics of rooftop solar and energy fairness across the valley. Dana Gentry, senior reporter at the Nevada Current, breaks down the ⁠⁠policy fight and its potential impact⁠⁠ on the governor’s race with host Sonja Cho Swanson.

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]]> 1600 Why Hollywood Loves Destroying Vegas (On Film) With the news cycle feeling a little… apocalyptic lately, we’re revisiting one of our favorite end-of-the-world conversations. Vegas has survived plenty of wild nights — but how would it fare if the world actually ended? Dayvid Figler joins filmmaker Darlene Dalmaceda and movie podcaster David Rosen to revisit some of the most memorable apocalypse movies set in and around Sin City. From “Mars Attacks!” to “Blade Runner 2049” and the cult oddity “Six-String Samurai”, they dig into why Hollywood loves blowing up Las Vegas. Want to get in touch? Follow us @CityCastVegas on Instagram, or email us at lasvegas@citycast.fm. You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719. For more Las Vegas news, make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter, Hey Las Vegas. Learn more about becoming a City Cast Las Vegas Neighbor at membership.citycast.fm. Looking to advertise on City Cast Las Vegas? Check out our options for podcast and newsletter ads at citycast.fm/advertise. Mon, 16 Mar 2026 10:00:00 -0000 full City Cast With the news cycle feeling a little… apocalyptic lately, we’re revisiting one of our favorite end-of-the-world conversations. Vegas has survived plenty of wild nights — but how would it fare if the world actually ended? Dayvid Figler joins filmmaker Darlene Dalmaceda and movie podcaster David Rosen to revisit some of the most memorable apocalypse movies set in and around Sin City. From “Mars Attacks!” to “Blade Runner 2049” and the cult oddity “Six-String Samurai”, they dig into why Hollywood loves blowing up Las Vegas. Want to get in touch? Follow us @CityCastVegas on Instagram, or email us at lasvegas@citycast.fm. You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719. For more Las Vegas news, make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter, Hey Las Vegas. Learn more about becoming a City Cast Las Vegas Neighbor at membership.citycast.fm. Looking to advertise on City Cast Las Vegas? Check out our options for podcast and newsletter ads at citycast.fm/advertise. With the news cycle feeling a little… apocalyptic lately, we’re revisiting one of our favorite end-of-the-world conversations. Vegas has survived plenty of wild nights — but how would it fare if the world actually ended? Dayvid Figler joins filmmaker Darlene Dalmaceda and movie podcaster David Rosen to revisit some of the most memorable apocalypse movies set in and around Sin City. From “Mars Attacks!” to “Blade Runner 2049” and the cult oddity “Six-String Samurai”, they dig into why Hollywood loves blowing up Las Vegas.

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]]> 1428  ‘Your City Could Be Better’: DC’s Plan To Hold Federal Agents Accountable — Presented By City Cast Las Vegas Las Vegans are concerned about police accountability, especially with the increased presence of federal troops in many cities. DC Council in Washington recently passed emergency legislation requiring local police to release body-worn camera footage of incidents involving federal forces they patrol with, and to collect the names of federal officers who make arrests. It’s a big shift in local policy, partially motivated by the fact that local cops have damaged their reputation by patrolling with feds. City Cast Chicago podcast host Jacoby Cochran talks with City Cast DC podcast co-host and executive editor Mike Schaffer about the political stakes involved, the effectiveness of body cameras, and how Washingtonians are dealing with the heavy federal law enforcement presence. Plus, Mike and Jacoby weigh in on public transit etiquette in their cities when it comes to people playing music out loud. Is there something your city is doing that we should be talking about? Email us now! We’re also on Instagram: @yourcitycouldbebetter Looking to advertise on Your City Could Be Better? Check out our options. Sun, 15 Mar 2026 10:00:00 -0000 full City Cast Las Vegans are concerned about police accountability, especially with the increased presence of federal troops in many cities. DC Council in Washington recently passed emergency legislation requiring local police to release body-worn camera footage of incidents involving federal forces they patrol with, and to collect the names of federal officers who make arrests. It’s a big shift in local policy, partially motivated by the fact that local cops have damaged their reputation by patrolling with feds. City Cast Chicago podcast host Jacoby Cochran talks with City Cast DC podcast co-host and executive editor Mike Schaffer about the political stakes involved, the effectiveness of body cameras, and how Washingtonians are dealing with the heavy federal law enforcement presence. Plus, Mike and Jacoby weigh in on public transit etiquette in their cities when it comes to people playing music out loud. Is there something your city is doing that we should be talking about? Email us now! We’re also on Instagram: @yourcitycouldbebetter Looking to advertise on Your City Could Be Better? Check out our options. Las Vegans are concerned about police accountability, especially with the increased presence of federal troops in many cities. DC Council in Washington recently passed emergency legislation requiring local police to release body-worn camera footage of incidents involving federal forces they patrol with, and to collect the names of federal officers who make arrests. It’s a big shift in local policy, partially motivated by the fact that local cops have damaged their reputation by patrolling with feds. City Cast Chicago podcast host Jacoby Cochran talks with City Cast DC podcast co-host and executive editor Mike Schaffer about the political stakes involved, the effectiveness of body cameras, and how Washingtonians are dealing with the heavy federal law enforcement presence. Plus, Mike and Jacoby weigh in on public transit etiquette in their cities when it comes to people playing music out loud.

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]]> 1764 Could AI Streamline Unemployment Claims? Plus, Richie Rich Tourists and a New Way to Call Robotaxis The Nevada Department of Employment, Training & Rehabilitation (DETR) is launching a new AI tool designed to speed up unemployment benefits claims — is this a promising development or the beginning of our robot apocalypse? Nevada Independent opinions editor Andrew Kiraly and Elle Hope, poet and founder of Spotlight Poetry, join host Sonja Cho Swanson today to discuss this and other news: Why visitors to Vegas are wealthier than ever and robotaxi company Zoox's new partnership with Uber. Learn more about the sponsors of this March 13th episode: Southern Nevada Water Authority Want to get in touch? Follow us @CityCastVegas on Instagram, or email us at lasvegas@citycast.fm. You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719. For more Las Vegas news, make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter, Hey Las Vegas. Learn more about becoming a City Cast Las Vegas Neighbor at membership.citycast.fm. Looking to advertise on City Cast Las Vegas? Check out our options for podcast and newsletter ads at citycast.fm/advertise. Fri, 13 Mar 2026 10:00:00 -0000 full City Cast The Nevada Department of Employment, Training & Rehabilitation (DETR) is launching a new AI tool designed to speed up unemployment benefits claims — is this a promising development or the beginning of our robot apocalypse? Nevada Independent opinions editor Andrew Kiraly and Elle Hope, poet and founder of Spotlight Poetry, join host Sonja Cho Swanson today to discuss this and other news: Why visitors to Vegas are wealthier than ever and robotaxi company Zoox's new partnership with Uber. Learn more about the sponsors of this March 13th episode: Southern Nevada Water Authority Want to get in touch? Follow us @CityCastVegas on Instagram, or email us at lasvegas@citycast.fm. You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719. For more Las Vegas news, make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter, Hey Las Vegas. Learn more about becoming a City Cast Las Vegas Neighbor at membership.citycast.fm. Looking to advertise on City Cast Las Vegas? Check out our options for podcast and newsletter ads at citycast.fm/advertise. The Nevada Department of Employment, Training & Rehabilitation (DETR) is launching a new AI tool designed to speed up unemployment benefits claims — is this a promising development or the beginning of our robot apocalypse? Nevada Independent opinions editor Andrew Kiraly and Elle Hope, poet and founder of Spotlight Poetry, join host Sonja Cho Swanson today to discuss this and other news: Why visitors to Vegas are wealthier than ever and robotaxi company Zoox's new partnership with Uber.

Learn more about the sponsors of this March 13th episode:

Southern Nevada Water Authority

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]]> 2124 Are There Any Secret Menus Left in Las Vegas? Remember when ordering off a secret menu made you feel like a true Vegas insider? In the age of influencers, QR codes, and restaurants openly advertising their “secret” items, that once hush-hush dining flex may be disappearing. Food writer John Curtas joins host Sonja Cho Swanson to talk about how the internet killed the secret menu and why becoming a regular might be the last real insider move left in Las Vegas. Learn more about the sponsors of this March 12th episode: Southern Nevada Water Authority Want to get in touch? Follow us @CityCastVegas on Instagram, or email us at lasvegas@citycast.fm. You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719. For more Las Vegas news, make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter, Hey Las Vegas. Learn more about becoming a City Cast Las Vegas Neighbor at membership.citycast.fm. Looking to advertise on City Cast Las Vegas? Check out our options for podcast and newsletter ads at citycast.fm/advertise. Thu, 12 Mar 2026 10:00:00 -0000 full City Cast Remember when ordering off a secret menu made you feel like a true Vegas insider? In the age of influencers, QR codes, and restaurants openly advertising their “secret” items, that once hush-hush dining flex may be disappearing. Food writer John Curtas joins host Sonja Cho Swanson to talk about how the internet killed the secret menu and why becoming a regular might be the last real insider move left in Las Vegas. Learn more about the sponsors of this March 12th episode: Southern Nevada Water Authority Want to get in touch? Follow us @CityCastVegas on Instagram, or email us at lasvegas@citycast.fm. You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719. For more Las Vegas news, make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter, Hey Las Vegas. Learn more about becoming a City Cast Las Vegas Neighbor at membership.citycast.fm. Looking to advertise on City Cast Las Vegas? Check out our options for podcast and newsletter ads at citycast.fm/advertise. Remember when ordering off a secret menu made you feel like a true Vegas insider? In the age of influencers, QR codes, and restaurants openly advertising their “secret” items, that once hush-hush dining flex may be disappearing. Food writer John Curtas joins host Sonja Cho Swanson to talk about how the internet killed the secret menu and why becoming a regular might be the last real insider move left in Las Vegas.


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Southern Nevada Water Authority


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]]> 1343 The Secret History of Vegas’ Most Influential Women March is Women's History Month, so we’re putting your Vegas knowledge to the test: How well do you know the women who shaped our city? We bring back a conversation between Vogue Robinson and Dr. Su Kim Chung, Head of Public Services in Special Collections and Archives at UNLV Libraries. She shares the stories of five iconic women who helped shape the city — and whose impact every Las Vegan should know. Learn more about the sponsors of this March 11th episode: Southern Nevada Water Authority Want to get in touch? Follow us @CityCastVegas on Instagram, or email us at lasvegas@citycast.fm. You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719. For more Las Vegas news, make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter, Hey Las Vegas. Learn more about becoming a City Cast Las Vegas Neighbor at membership.citycast.fm. Looking to advertise on City Cast Las Vegas? Check out our options for podcast and newsletter ads at citycast.fm/advertise. Wed, 11 Mar 2026 10:00:00 -0000 full City Cast March is Women's History Month, so we’re putting your Vegas knowledge to the test: How well do you know the women who shaped our city? We bring back a conversation between Vogue Robinson and Dr. Su Kim Chung, Head of Public Services in Special Collections and Archives at UNLV Libraries. She shares the stories of five iconic women who helped shape the city — and whose impact every Las Vegan should know. Learn more about the sponsors of this March 11th episode: Southern Nevada Water Authority Want to get in touch? Follow us @CityCastVegas on Instagram, or email us at lasvegas@citycast.fm. You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719. For more Las Vegas news, make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter, Hey Las Vegas. Learn more about becoming a City Cast Las Vegas Neighbor at membership.citycast.fm. Looking to advertise on City Cast Las Vegas? Check out our options for podcast and newsletter ads at citycast.fm/advertise. March is Women's History Month, so we’re putting your Vegas knowledge to the test: How well do you know the women who shaped our city? We bring back a conversation between Vogue Robinson and Dr. Su Kim Chung, Head of Public Services in Special Collections and Archives at UNLV Libraries. She shares the stories of five iconic women who helped shape the city — and whose impact every Las Vegan should know.

Learn more about the sponsors of this March 11th episode:

Southern Nevada Water Authority

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]]> 1193 How Bad Will Mosquitoes Get This Year? Las Vegans used to be able to brag about being a mosquito-free city — but not so much anymore. So we're bringing back a conversation with Dayvid Figler and UNLV professor Dr. Louisa Messenger about why Las Vegas is seeing a mosquito population boom and what we can do about it. Plus, host Sonja Cho Swanson kicks off the conversation with a fresh update on Dr. Messenger's latest skeeter survey results, and her 2026 mosquito forecast. Learn more about the sponsors of this March 10th episode: Southern Nevada Water Authority Want to get in touch? Follow us @CityCastVegas on Instagram, or email us at lasvegas@citycast.fm. You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719. For more Las Vegas news, make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter, Hey Las Vegas. Learn more about becoming a City Cast Las Vegas Neighbor at membership.citycast.fm. Looking to advertise on City Cast Las Vegas? Check out our options for podcast and newsletter ads at citycast.fm/advertise. Tue, 10 Mar 2026 10:00:00 -0000 full City Cast Las Vegans used to be able to brag about being a mosquito-free city — but not so much anymore. So we're bringing back a conversation with Dayvid Figler and UNLV professor Dr. Louisa Messenger about why Las Vegas is seeing a mosquito population boom and what we can do about it. Plus, host Sonja Cho Swanson kicks off the conversation with a fresh update on Dr. Messenger's latest skeeter survey results, and her 2026 mosquito forecast. Learn more about the sponsors of this March 10th episode: Southern Nevada Water Authority Want to get in touch? Follow us @CityCastVegas on Instagram, or email us at lasvegas@citycast.fm. You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719. For more Las Vegas news, make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter, Hey Las Vegas. Learn more about becoming a City Cast Las Vegas Neighbor at membership.citycast.fm. Looking to advertise on City Cast Las Vegas? Check out our options for podcast and newsletter ads at citycast.fm/advertise. Las Vegans used to be able to brag about being a mosquito-free city — but not so much anymore. So we're bringing back a conversation with Dayvid Figler and UNLV professor Dr. Louisa Messenger about why Las Vegas is seeing a mosquito population boom and what we can do about it. Plus, host Sonja Cho Swanson kicks off the conversation with a fresh update on Dr. Messenger's latest skeeter survey results, and her 2026 mosquito forecast.

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Southern Nevada Water Authority

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]]> 1638 Will the Las Vegas Battle Over Badlands Ever End? The long running Badlands saga refuses to stay buried. Years after a costly settlement over a failed golf course redevelopment, a new fight is brewing over millions in property taxes collected during the legal battle. Now Clark County and the City of Las Vegas are squaring off over who should repay the developer, with the dispute ⁠potentially headed to the Nevada Supreme Court⁠. Host Sonja Cho Swanson talks with Las Vegas Review-Journal reporter Ricardo Torres-Cortez to break down the latest over the battle over the Badlands. Learn more about the sponsors of this March 9th episode: Southern Nevada Water Authority Want to get in touch? Follow us @CityCastVegas on ⁠Instagram⁠, or email us at ⁠lasvegas@citycast.fm⁠. You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719. For more Las Vegas news, make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter,⁠ Hey Las Vegas.⁠ Learn more about becoming a City Cast Las Vegas Neighbor at ⁠membership.citycast.fm⁠. Looking to advertise on City Cast Las Vegas? Check out our options for podcast and newsletter ads at⁠ citycast.fm/advertise⁠. Mon, 09 Mar 2026 10:00:00 -0000 full City Cast The long running Badlands saga refuses to stay buried. Years after a costly settlement over a failed golf course redevelopment, a new fight is brewing over millions in property taxes collected during the legal battle. Now Clark County and the City of Las Vegas are squaring off over who should repay the developer, with the dispute ⁠potentially headed to the Nevada Supreme Court⁠. Host Sonja Cho Swanson talks with Las Vegas Review-Journal reporter Ricardo Torres-Cortez to break down the latest over the battle over the Badlands. Learn more about the sponsors of this March 9th episode: Southern Nevada Water Authority Want to get in touch? Follow us @CityCastVegas on ⁠Instagram⁠, or email us at ⁠lasvegas@citycast.fm⁠. You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719. For more Las Vegas news, make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter,⁠ Hey Las Vegas.⁠ Learn more about becoming a City Cast Las Vegas Neighbor at ⁠membership.citycast.fm⁠. Looking to advertise on City Cast Las Vegas? Check out our options for podcast and newsletter ads at⁠ citycast.fm/advertise⁠. The long running Badlands saga refuses to stay buried. Years after a costly settlement over a failed golf course redevelopment, a new fight is brewing over millions in property taxes collected during the legal battle. Now Clark County and the City of Las Vegas are squaring off over who should repay the developer, with the dispute ⁠potentially headed to the Nevada Supreme Court⁠. Host Sonja Cho Swanson talks with Las Vegas Review-Journal reporter Ricardo Torres-Cortez to break down the latest over the battle over the Badlands.

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Southern Nevada Water Authority

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]]> 1137 'Your City Could Be Better': What Las Vegas Needs To Know About Utah's Controversial 'Homeless Campus' Plan Homelessness is one of the major issues that cities like Las Vegas are trying to solve. The state of Utah is planning to build a 16-acre homeless campus on the outskirts of Salt Lake City, where unhoused people with mental illnesses or addiction issues could be sheltered and in some cases involuntarily committed. This controversial idea is the brainchild of conservative think tanks, and it’s one that’s very much being embraced by the Trump administration and the Utah legislature. City Cast CEO David Plotz talks with City Cast Salt Lake podcast host Ali Vallarta about how this plan is meant to work, the concerns about forced institutionalization, and why the state is pushing for this even though it goes against the recommendations of local experts and service providers. Mentioned on the show: Interrogating Controversial Homeless Policy Proposals (City Cast Salt Lake) 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. Sun, 08 Mar 2026 10:00:00 -0000 full City Cast Homelessness is one of the major issues that cities like Las Vegas are trying to solve. The state of Utah is planning to build a 16-acre homeless campus on the outskirts of Salt Lake City, where unhoused people with mental illnesses or addiction issues could be sheltered and in some cases involuntarily committed. This controversial idea is the brainchild of conservative think tanks, and it’s one that’s very much being embraced by the Trump administration and the Utah legislature. City Cast CEO David Plotz talks with City Cast Salt Lake podcast host Ali Vallarta about how this plan is meant to work, the concerns about forced institutionalization, and why the state is pushing for this even though it goes against the recommendations of local experts and service providers. Mentioned on the show: Interrogating Controversial Homeless Policy Proposals (City Cast Salt Lake) 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. Homelessness is one of the major issues that cities like Las Vegas are trying to solve. The state of Utah is planning to build a 16-acre homeless campus on the outskirts of Salt Lake City, where unhoused people with mental illnesses or addiction issues could be sheltered and in some cases involuntarily committed. This controversial idea is the brainchild of conservative think tanks, and it’s one that’s very much being embraced by the Trump administration and the Utah legislature. City Cast CEO David Plotz talks with City Cast Salt Lake podcast host Ali Vallarta about how this plan is meant to work, the concerns about forced institutionalization, and why the state is pushing for this even though it goes against the recommendations of local experts and service providers.

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]]> 1951 Local Impacts of the War, Animal Sanctuary in Peril, and a Dramatic New Wedding Chapel Las Vegas grapples with the ripple effects of escalating conflict in the Middle East and what it could mean for tourism, gas prices, and military families tied to nearby bases. We also look at the fight to save McKee Ranch, a quirky animal refuge facing fines and possible closure as new housing development creeps closer. And an indie film studio plans a one-day dramatic wedding chapel on the Strip, raising the eternal question of whether Vegas wedding gimmicks are genius marketing or played-out spectacle. Host Sonja Cho Swanson breaks it down with writer Scott Dickensheets and Beverly Theater founding creative director Kip Kelly. Learn more about the sponsors of this March 6th episode: Southern Nevada Water Authority UNLV Performing Arts Center Want to get in touch? Follow us @CityCastVegas on Instagram, or email us at lasvegas@citycast.fm. You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719. For more Las Vegas news, make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter, Hey Las Vegas. Learn more about becoming a City Cast Las Vegas Neighbor at membership.citycast.fm. Looking to advertise on City Cast Las Vegas? Check out our options for podcast and newsletter ads at citycast.fm/advertise. Fri, 06 Mar 2026 11:00:00 -0000 full City Cast Las Vegas grapples with the ripple effects of escalating conflict in the Middle East and what it could mean for tourism, gas prices, and military families tied to nearby bases. We also look at the fight to save McKee Ranch, a quirky animal refuge facing fines and possible closure as new housing development creeps closer. And an indie film studio plans a one-day dramatic wedding chapel on the Strip, raising the eternal question of whether Vegas wedding gimmicks are genius marketing or played-out spectacle. Host Sonja Cho Swanson breaks it down with writer Scott Dickensheets and Beverly Theater founding creative director Kip Kelly. Learn more about the sponsors of this March 6th episode: Southern Nevada Water Authority UNLV Performing Arts Center Want to get in touch? Follow us @CityCastVegas on Instagram, or email us at lasvegas@citycast.fm. You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719. For more Las Vegas news, make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter, Hey Las Vegas. Learn more about becoming a City Cast Las Vegas Neighbor at membership.citycast.fm. Looking to advertise on City Cast Las Vegas? Check out our options for podcast and newsletter ads at citycast.fm/advertise. Las Vegas grapples with the ripple effects of escalating conflict in the Middle East and what it could mean for tourism, gas prices, and military families tied to nearby bases. We also look at the fight to save McKee Ranch, a quirky animal refuge facing fines and possible closure as new housing development creeps closer. And an indie film studio plans a one-day dramatic wedding chapel on the Strip, raising the eternal question of whether Vegas wedding gimmicks are genius marketing or played-out spectacle. Host Sonja Cho Swanson breaks it down with writer Scott Dickensheets and Beverly Theater founding creative director Kip Kelly.

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Southern Nevada Water Authority

UNLV Performing Arts Center


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]]> 2216 From the "Nation’s Armpit" to Hendertucky: Henderson’s Hidden History With the glitz and glam of Las Vegas just next door, the city of Henderson can sometimes get looked over. But as the second-largest city in Nevada, it has a fascinating history and has experienced rapid growth in the last few decades. Host Sonja Swanson is joined by Paige Figanbaum, executive director of the Nevada Preservation Foundation and Andy Hafen, former mayor of Henderson to dive into Henderson's hidden history.  Learn more about the sponsors of this March 5th episode: Southern Nevada Water Authority UNLV Performing Arts Center Want to get in touch? Follow us @CityCastVegas on Instagram, or email us at lasvegas@citycast.fm. You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719. For more Las Vegas news, make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter, Hey Las Vegas. Learn more about becoming a City Cast Las Vegas Neighbor at membership.citycast.fm. Looking to advertise on City Cast Las Vegas? Check out our options for podcast and newsletter ads at citycast.fm/advertise. Thu, 05 Mar 2026 11:00:00 -0000 full City Cast With the glitz and glam of Las Vegas just next door, the city of Henderson can sometimes get looked over. But as the second-largest city in Nevada, it has a fascinating history and has experienced rapid growth in the last few decades. Host Sonja Swanson is joined by Paige Figanbaum, executive director of the Nevada Preservation Foundation and Andy Hafen, former mayor of Henderson to dive into Henderson's hidden history.  Learn more about the sponsors of this March 5th episode: Southern Nevada Water Authority UNLV Performing Arts Center Want to get in touch? Follow us @CityCastVegas on Instagram, or email us at lasvegas@citycast.fm. You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719. For more Las Vegas news, make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter, Hey Las Vegas. Learn more about becoming a City Cast Las Vegas Neighbor at membership.citycast.fm. Looking to advertise on City Cast Las Vegas? Check out our options for podcast and newsletter ads at citycast.fm/advertise. With the glitz and glam of Las Vegas just next door, the city of Henderson can sometimes get looked over. But as the second-largest city in Nevada, it has a fascinating history and has experienced rapid growth in the last few decades. Host Sonja Swanson is joined by Paige Figanbaum, executive director of the Nevada Preservation Foundation and Andy Hafen, former mayor of Henderson to dive into Henderson's hidden history. 

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Southern Nevada Water Authority

UNLV Performing Arts Center


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]]> 1522 Why We're Mad About the Eastside Cannery Implosion When the Eastside Cannery is imploded tonight, it'll be the 23rd casino implosion in Las Vegas history. But while other casino implosions have taken place with fireworks and fanfare, this one isn't open to the public and takes place in the dead of night. What's going on there? Host Sonja Cho Swanson sits down with journalist Steve Crupi, the Implosion Guy, who shares insider deets on his favorite implosions, what gives them their unique "personalities," and how implosions have become an essential part of Las Vegas culture. Learn more about the sponsors of this March 4th episode: ⁠Southern Nevada Water Authority⁠ ⁠UNLV Performing Arts Center⁠ Want to get in touch? Follow us @CityCastVegas on ⁠Instagram⁠, or email us at ⁠lasvegas@citycast.fm⁠. You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719. For more Las Vegas news, make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter,⁠ Hey Las Vegas.⁠ Learn more about becoming a City Cast Las Vegas Neighbor at ⁠membership.citycast.fm⁠. Looking to advertise on City Cast Las Vegas? Check out our options for podcast and newsletter ads at⁠ citycast.fm/advertise⁠. Wed, 04 Mar 2026 11:00:00 -0000 full City Cast When the Eastside Cannery is imploded tonight, it'll be the 23rd casino implosion in Las Vegas history. But while other casino implosions have taken place with fireworks and fanfare, this one isn't open to the public and takes place in the dead of night. What's going on there? Host Sonja Cho Swanson sits down with journalist Steve Crupi, the Implosion Guy, who shares insider deets on his favorite implosions, what gives them their unique "personalities," and how implosions have become an essential part of Las Vegas culture. Learn more about the sponsors of this March 4th episode: ⁠Southern Nevada Water Authority⁠ ⁠UNLV Performing Arts Center⁠ Want to get in touch? Follow us @CityCastVegas on ⁠Instagram⁠, or email us at ⁠lasvegas@citycast.fm⁠. You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719. For more Las Vegas news, make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter,⁠ Hey Las Vegas.⁠ Learn more about becoming a City Cast Las Vegas Neighbor at ⁠membership.citycast.fm⁠. Looking to advertise on City Cast Las Vegas? Check out our options for podcast and newsletter ads at⁠ citycast.fm/advertise⁠. When the Eastside Cannery is imploded tonight, it'll be the 23rd casino implosion in Las Vegas history. But while other casino implosions have taken place with fireworks and fanfare, this one isn't open to the public and takes place in the dead of night. What's going on there? Host Sonja Cho Swanson sits down with journalist Steve Crupi, the Implosion Guy, who shares insider deets on his favorite implosions, what gives them their unique "personalities," and how implosions have become an essential part of Las Vegas culture.

Learn more about the sponsors of this March 4th episode:

⁠Southern Nevada Water Authority⁠

⁠UNLV Performing Arts Center⁠


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]]> 1551 Where to See Wildflowers Blooming Near Las Vegas With all the rain this winter, the wildflower forecast is looking really good — but how good, exactly? Does this qualify as a superbloom year (and why do we care so much)? Host Sonja Cho Swanson talks with Dr. Naomi Fraga, Director of Conservation Programs at California Botanic Garden, about what makes a superbloom, the secret lives of seeds, and what the resilience of these seemingly-fragile flowers tells us about life in the desert. Plus: Dr. Fraga shares her insider tips for the best places to see wildflowers this spring. Learn more about Dr. Fraga's wildflower tour in Death Valley this weekend (currently sold out, waitlist available). Learn more about the sponsors of this March 3rd episode: Southern Nevada Water Authority UNLV Performing Arts Center Want to get in touch? Follow us @CityCastVegas on Instagram, or email us at lasvegas@citycast.fm. You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719. For more Las Vegas news, make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter, Hey Las Vegas. Learn more about becoming a City Cast Las Vegas Neighbor at membership.citycast.fm. Looking to advertise on City Cast Las Vegas? Check out our options for podcast and newsletter ads at citycast.fm/advertise. Tue, 03 Mar 2026 11:00:00 -0000 full City Cast With all the rain this winter, the wildflower forecast is looking really good — but how good, exactly? Does this qualify as a superbloom year (and why do we care so much)? Host Sonja Cho Swanson talks with Dr. Naomi Fraga, Director of Conservation Programs at California Botanic Garden, about what makes a superbloom, the secret lives of seeds, and what the resilience of these seemingly-fragile flowers tells us about life in the desert. Plus: Dr. Fraga shares her insider tips for the best places to see wildflowers this spring. Learn more about Dr. Fraga's wildflower tour in Death Valley this weekend (currently sold out, waitlist available). Learn more about the sponsors of this March 3rd episode: Southern Nevada Water Authority UNLV Performing Arts Center Want to get in touch? Follow us @CityCastVegas on Instagram, or email us at lasvegas@citycast.fm. You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719. For more Las Vegas news, make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter, Hey Las Vegas. Learn more about becoming a City Cast Las Vegas Neighbor at membership.citycast.fm. Looking to advertise on City Cast Las Vegas? Check out our options for podcast and newsletter ads at citycast.fm/advertise. With all the rain this winter, the wildflower forecast is looking really good — but how good, exactly? Does this qualify as a superbloom year (and why do we care so much)? Host Sonja Cho Swanson talks with Dr. Naomi Fraga, Director of Conservation Programs at California Botanic Garden, about what makes a superbloom, the secret lives of seeds, and what the resilience of these seemingly-fragile flowers tells us about life in the desert. Plus: Dr. Fraga shares her insider tips for the best places to see wildflowers this spring.


Learn more about Dr. Fraga's wildflower tour in Death Valley this weekend (currently sold out, waitlist available).

Learn more about the sponsors of this March 3rd episode:

Southern Nevada Water Authority

UNLV Performing Arts Center


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]]> 1680 Your Guide to March 2026 in Las Vegas Get ready to spring forward into March with our guide to the best events, activities, and eats in Las Vegas this month. From 3D movie throwbacks at the Beverly Theater to women-led screenings at the Nevada Women's Film Festival, plus a massive food festival at the speedway, a bonfire sound bath with horses, and a beloved restaurant closure — we’re stacking your March calendar. Join host Sonja Cho Swanson with newsletter editor Rob Kachelriess and Nevada Current reporter Michael MJ Lyle for all the insider picks. If you love peanut butter and jelly burgers like Rob, be sure to check out our list of where to find them. 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 Las Vegas community.  Want to get in touch? Follow us @CityCastVegas on Instagram, or email us at lasvegas@citycast.fm. You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719. For more Las Vegas news, make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter. Learn more about becoming a City Cast Las Vegas Neighbor at membership.citycast.fm. Looking to advertise on City Cast Las Vegas? Check out our options for podcast and newsletter ads at citycast.fm/advertise. Mon, 02 Mar 2026 11:00:00 -0000 full City Cast Get ready to spring forward into March with our guide to the best events, activities, and eats in Las Vegas this month. From 3D movie throwbacks at the Beverly Theater to women-led screenings at the Nevada Women's Film Festival, plus a massive food festival at the speedway, a bonfire sound bath with horses, and a beloved restaurant closure — we’re stacking your March calendar. Join host Sonja Cho Swanson with newsletter editor Rob Kachelriess and Nevada Current reporter Michael MJ Lyle for all the insider picks. If you love peanut butter and jelly burgers like Rob, be sure to check out our list of where to find them. 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 Las Vegas community.  Want to get in touch? Follow us @CityCastVegas on Instagram, or email us at lasvegas@citycast.fm. You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719. For more Las Vegas news, make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter. Learn more about becoming a City Cast Las Vegas Neighbor at membership.citycast.fm. Looking to advertise on City Cast Las Vegas? Check out our options for podcast and newsletter ads at citycast.fm/advertise. Get ready to spring forward into March with our guide to the best events, activities, and eats in Las Vegas this month. From 3D movie throwbacks at the Beverly Theater to women-led screenings at the Nevada Women's Film Festival, plus a massive food festival at the speedway, a bonfire sound bath with horses, and a beloved restaurant closure — we’re stacking your March calendar. Join host Sonja Cho Swanson with newsletter editor Rob Kachelriess and Nevada Current reporter Michael MJ Lyle for all the insider picks. If you love peanut butter and jelly burgers like Rob, be sure to check out our list of where to find them.

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 Las Vegas community. 

Want to get in touch? Follow us @CityCastVegas on Instagram, or email us at lasvegas@citycast.fm. You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719.

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]]> 2087 'Your City Could Be Better': What Las Vegas Needs To Know About Pittsburgh's Plan To Fix Downtown A lot of cities, including Las Vegas, are trying to figure out how best to revitalize downtown. It's an issue that's especially top of mind for Pittsburgh, who is hosting the NFL Draft in April. To solve the problem of vacant properties and empty storefronts, the city is trying out a new rent abatement program. So, City Cast CEO David Plotz talks with City Cast Pittsburgh podcast host Megan Harris about why their downtown emptied out, whether this program will bring new businesses downtown for the long-term, and other revitalization plans that are in the works. 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. Sun, 01 Mar 2026 11:00:00 -0000 full City Cast A lot of cities, including Las Vegas, are trying to figure out how best to revitalize downtown. It's an issue that's especially top of mind for Pittsburgh, who is hosting the NFL Draft in April. To solve the problem of vacant properties and empty storefronts, the city is trying out a new rent abatement program. So, City Cast CEO David Plotz talks with City Cast Pittsburgh podcast host Megan Harris about why their downtown emptied out, whether this program will bring new businesses downtown for the long-term, and other revitalization plans that are in the works. 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. A lot of cities, including Las Vegas, are trying to figure out how best to revitalize downtown. It's an issue that's especially top of mind for Pittsburgh, who is hosting the NFL Draft in April. To solve the problem of vacant properties and empty storefronts, the city is trying out a new rent abatement program. So, City Cast CEO David Plotz talks with City Cast Pittsburgh podcast host Megan Harris about why their downtown emptied out, whether this program will bring new businesses downtown for the long-term, and other revitalization plans that are in the works.

Is there something your city is doing that we should be talking about? Email David now! 

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]]> 1487 Should Beyoncé Tickets Be Taxed Higher? Plus, Flavor Flav's Vegas Party Invitation and an Abandoned Goldendoodle's Happy Ending A woman abandoned her dog at Harry Reid International Airport, the debate over Live Entertainment Tax heats up, and Flavor Flav invited the U.S. Women's Hockey team to party in Las Vegas after President Trump made a joke at their expense. On today's Friday New Roundup, host Sonja Cho Swanson is joined by Nevada Current editor April Corbin Girnus and executive producer Layla Muhammad to discuss the ethics of flying with pets and whether or not sports should be exempt from the Live Entertainment Tax. Plus: which Las Vegas spots should the olympians hit while they're here?  Want to get in touch? Follow us @CityCastVegas on ⁠Instagram⁠, or email us at ⁠lasvegas@citycast.fm⁠. You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719. For more Las Vegas news, make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter,⁠ Hey Las Vegas.⁠ Learn more about becoming a City Cast Las Vegas Neighbor at ⁠membership.citycast.fm⁠. Looking to advertise on City Cast Las Vegas? Check out our options for podcast and newsletter ads at⁠ citycast.fm/advertise⁠. Fri, 27 Feb 2026 11:00:00 -0000 full City Cast A woman abandoned her dog at Harry Reid International Airport, the debate over Live Entertainment Tax heats up, and Flavor Flav invited the U.S. Women's Hockey team to party in Las Vegas after President Trump made a joke at their expense. On today's Friday New Roundup, host Sonja Cho Swanson is joined by Nevada Current editor April Corbin Girnus and executive producer Layla Muhammad to discuss the ethics of flying with pets and whether or not sports should be exempt from the Live Entertainment Tax. Plus: which Las Vegas spots should the olympians hit while they're here?  Want to get in touch? Follow us @CityCastVegas on ⁠Instagram⁠, or email us at ⁠lasvegas@citycast.fm⁠. You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719. For more Las Vegas news, make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter,⁠ Hey Las Vegas.⁠ Learn more about becoming a City Cast Las Vegas Neighbor at ⁠membership.citycast.fm⁠. Looking to advertise on City Cast Las Vegas? Check out our options for podcast and newsletter ads at⁠ citycast.fm/advertise⁠. A woman abandoned her dog at Harry Reid International Airport, the debate over Live Entertainment Tax heats up, and Flavor Flav invited the U.S. Women's Hockey team to party in Las Vegas after President Trump made a joke at their expense. On today's Friday New Roundup, host Sonja Cho Swanson is joined by Nevada Current editor April Corbin Girnus and executive producer Layla Muhammad to discuss the ethics of flying with pets and whether or not sports should be exempt from the Live Entertainment Tax. Plus: which Las Vegas spots should the olympians hit while they're here? 


Want to get in touch? Follow us @CityCastVegas on ⁠Instagram⁠, or email us at ⁠lasvegas@citycast.fm⁠. You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719.

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]]> 2012 The Best Glampgrounds Around Las Vegas Glamorous camping or "glamping" is having a moment right now, and people travel from all around the world to glamp right in our pocket of the country. This mode of vacation is perfect for those who want to be immersed in all that the desert has to offer, but don't want to rough it in the heat amidst the dust and bugs. Host Dayvid Figler is joined by Melinda Sheckells, editor of the Town Magazine, to dish on the best places to glamp around Las Vegas. Want to get in touch? Follow us @CityCastVegas on Instagram, or email us at lasvegas@citycast.fm. You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719. For more Las Vegas news, make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter, Hey Las Vegas. Learn more about becoming a City Cast Las Vegas Neighbor at membership.citycast.fm. Looking to advertise on City Cast Las Vegas? Check out our options for podcast and newsletter ads at citycast.fm/advertise. Thu, 26 Feb 2026 11:00:00 -0000 full City Cast Glamorous camping or "glamping" is having a moment right now, and people travel from all around the world to glamp right in our pocket of the country. This mode of vacation is perfect for those who want to be immersed in all that the desert has to offer, but don't want to rough it in the heat amidst the dust and bugs. Host Dayvid Figler is joined by Melinda Sheckells, editor of the Town Magazine, to dish on the best places to glamp around Las Vegas. Want to get in touch? Follow us @CityCastVegas on Instagram, or email us at lasvegas@citycast.fm. You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719. For more Las Vegas news, make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter, Hey Las Vegas. Learn more about becoming a City Cast Las Vegas Neighbor at membership.citycast.fm. Looking to advertise on City Cast Las Vegas? Check out our options for podcast and newsletter ads at citycast.fm/advertise. Glamorous camping or "glamping" is having a moment right now, and people travel from all around the world to glamp right in our pocket of the country. This mode of vacation is perfect for those who want to be immersed in all that the desert has to offer, but don't want to rough it in the heat amidst the dust and bugs. Host Dayvid Figler is joined by Melinda Sheckells, editor of the Town Magazine, to dish on the best places to glamp around Las Vegas.


Want to get in touch? Follow us @CityCastVegas on Instagram, or email us at lasvegas@citycast.fm. You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719.

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]]> 1340 What Born and Raised Las Vegans Want You to Know In a valley of transplants, we explore the mystique and mild superiority complex of being born and raised in Las Vegas. The episode examines common misconceptions, the unique hustle culture, surviving 24 hour temptation, and the side of Las Vegas only long-time locals know. Host Sonja Cho Swanson talks with artist Justin Favela and Nevada Independent opinion editor Andrew Kiraly. Want to get in touch? Follow us @CityCastVegas on Instagram, or email us at lasvegas@citycast.fm. You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719. For more Las Vegas news, make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter, Hey Las Vegas. Learn more about becoming a City Cast Las Vegas Neighbor at membership.citycast.fm. Looking to advertise on City Cast Las Vegas? Check out our options for podcast and newsletter ads at citycast.fm/advertise. Wed, 25 Feb 2026 11:00:00 -0000 full City Cast In a valley of transplants, we explore the mystique and mild superiority complex of being born and raised in Las Vegas. The episode examines common misconceptions, the unique hustle culture, surviving 24 hour temptation, and the side of Las Vegas only long-time locals know. Host Sonja Cho Swanson talks with artist Justin Favela and Nevada Independent opinion editor Andrew Kiraly. Want to get in touch? Follow us @CityCastVegas on Instagram, or email us at lasvegas@citycast.fm. You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719. For more Las Vegas news, make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter, Hey Las Vegas. Learn more about becoming a City Cast Las Vegas Neighbor at membership.citycast.fm. Looking to advertise on City Cast Las Vegas? Check out our options for podcast and newsletter ads at citycast.fm/advertise. In a valley of transplants, we explore the mystique and mild superiority complex of being born and raised in Las Vegas. The episode examines common misconceptions, the unique hustle culture, surviving 24 hour temptation, and the side of Las Vegas only long-time locals know. Host Sonja Cho Swanson talks with artist Justin Favela and Nevada Independent opinion editor Andrew Kiraly.

Want to get in touch? Follow us @CityCastVegas on Instagram, or email us at lasvegas@citycast.fm. You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719.

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]]> 1550 Is Every Downtown Building Really Worth Saving? A crumbling building at Commercial Center meets the wrecking ball, and it sparks a bigger question about who decides what parts of our past are worth saving. Host Sonja Cho Swanson sits down with Dr. Paige Figanbaum and Amy Raymer of the Nevada Preservation Foundation to explore why Downtown is Las Vegas’ most historic neighborhood, from its railroad roots to its fading Fremont Street motels, and why preservation matters in a city built on reinvention. Visit the Nevada Preservation Foundation for more information on Home + History Tours. If you enjoyed today's interview with Tess Rowser, the Marketing Manager of the Water Lantern Festival, learn more here.  Want to get in touch? Follow us @CityCastVegas on Instagram, or email us at lasvegas@citycast.fm. You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719. For more Las Vegas news, make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter, Hey Las Vegas. Learn more about becoming a City Cast Las Vegas Neighbor at membership.citycast.fm. Looking to advertise on City Cast Las Vegas? Check out our options for podcast and newsletter ads at citycast.fm/advertise. Tue, 24 Feb 2026 11:00:00 -0000 full City Cast A crumbling building at Commercial Center meets the wrecking ball, and it sparks a bigger question about who decides what parts of our past are worth saving. Host Sonja Cho Swanson sits down with Dr. Paige Figanbaum and Amy Raymer of the Nevada Preservation Foundation to explore why Downtown is Las Vegas’ most historic neighborhood, from its railroad roots to its fading Fremont Street motels, and why preservation matters in a city built on reinvention. Visit the Nevada Preservation Foundation for more information on Home + History Tours. If you enjoyed today's interview with Tess Rowser, the Marketing Manager of the Water Lantern Festival, learn more here.  Want to get in touch? Follow us @CityCastVegas on Instagram, or email us at lasvegas@citycast.fm. You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719. For more Las Vegas news, make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter, Hey Las Vegas. Learn more about becoming a City Cast Las Vegas Neighbor at membership.citycast.fm. Looking to advertise on City Cast Las Vegas? Check out our options for podcast and newsletter ads at citycast.fm/advertise. A crumbling building at Commercial Center meets the wrecking ball, and it sparks a bigger question about who decides what parts of our past are worth saving. Host Sonja Cho Swanson sits down with Dr. Paige Figanbaum and Amy Raymer of the Nevada Preservation Foundation to explore why Downtown is Las Vegas’ most historic neighborhood, from its railroad roots to its fading Fremont Street motels, and why preservation matters in a city built on reinvention.

Visit the Nevada Preservation Foundation for more information on Home + History Tours.

If you enjoyed today's interview with Tess Rowser, the Marketing Manager of the Water Lantern Festival, learn more here. 

Want to get in touch? Follow us @CityCastVegas on Instagram, or email us at lasvegas@citycast.fm. You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719.

For more Las Vegas news, make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter, Hey Las Vegas.

Learn more about becoming a City Cast Las Vegas Neighbor at membership.citycast.fm.

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]]> 1716 Is the Arts District Still Artsy? This Nonprofit is Making Sure of It. In recent years, we've seen the Arts District get less and less artsy. But this spring, an innovative arts organization called IndigenousAF is moving in to bring art back into the Arts District. Host Sonja Cho Swanson chats with the organization's co-founder, Fawn Douglas, about what this move means to her and the future of Las Vegas.  Learn more about the sponsors of this February 23rd episode: The Neon Museum Want to get in touch? Follow us @CityCastVegas on Instagram, or email us at lasvegas@citycast.fm. You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719. For more Las Vegas news, make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter, Hey Las Vegas. Learn more about becoming a City Cast Las Vegas Neighbor at membership.citycast.fm. Looking to advertise on City Cast Las Vegas? Check out our options for podcast and newsletter ads at citycast.fm/advertise. Mon, 23 Feb 2026 11:00:00 -0000 full City Cast In recent years, we've seen the Arts District get less and less artsy. But this spring, an innovative arts organization called IndigenousAF is moving in to bring art back into the Arts District. Host Sonja Cho Swanson chats with the organization's co-founder, Fawn Douglas, about what this move means to her and the future of Las Vegas.  Learn more about the sponsors of this February 23rd episode: The Neon Museum Want to get in touch? Follow us @CityCastVegas on Instagram, or email us at lasvegas@citycast.fm. You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719. For more Las Vegas news, make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter, Hey Las Vegas. Learn more about becoming a City Cast Las Vegas Neighbor at membership.citycast.fm. Looking to advertise on City Cast Las Vegas? Check out our options for podcast and newsletter ads at citycast.fm/advertise. In recent years, we've seen the Arts District get less and less artsy. But this spring, an innovative arts organization called IndigenousAF is moving in to bring art back into the Arts District. Host Sonja Cho Swanson chats with the organization's co-founder, Fawn Douglas, about what this move means to her and the future of Las Vegas. 


Learn more about the sponsors of this February 23rd episode:

The Neon Museum

Want to get in touch? Follow us @CityCastVegas on Instagram, or email us at lasvegas@citycast.fm. You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719.

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]]> 1238 ‘Your City Could Be Better’: What Las Vegas Needs To Know about Madison's Data Centers Fight Everyone’s talking about AI these days, including Las Vegans. And now, more data centers are popping up across the country, thanks in part to the AI revolution. But some cities are stemming the tide, including Madison, Wisconsin, who recently passed a one-year moratorium on new data center construction. City Cast CEO David Plotz feels strongly that this was the wrong choice! He’s sitting down with City Cast Madison podcast host Bianca Martin to weigh the pros and cons of data centers, and debate the economic, ethical, and ecological considerations at the heart of this debate. Plus, David and Bianca share must-know tips for making it in Madison and DC.  We also mentioned this City Cast Madison episode. 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. Sun, 22 Feb 2026 11:00:00 -0000 full City Cast Everyone’s talking about AI these days, including Las Vegans. And now, more data centers are popping up across the country, thanks in part to the AI revolution. But some cities are stemming the tide, including Madison, Wisconsin, who recently passed a one-year moratorium on new data center construction. City Cast CEO David Plotz feels strongly that this was the wrong choice! He’s sitting down with City Cast Madison podcast host Bianca Martin to weigh the pros and cons of data centers, and debate the economic, ethical, and ecological considerations at the heart of this debate. Plus, David and Bianca share must-know tips for making it in Madison and DC.  We also mentioned this City Cast Madison episode. 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. Everyone’s talking about AI these days, including Las Vegans. And now, more data centers are popping up across the country, thanks in part to the AI revolution. But some cities are stemming the tide, including Madison, Wisconsin, who recently passed a one-year moratorium on new data center construction. City Cast CEO David Plotz feels strongly that this was the wrong choice! He’s sitting down with City Cast Madison podcast host Bianca Martin to weigh the pros and cons of data centers, and debate the economic, ethical, and ecological considerations at the heart of this debate. Plus, David and Bianca share must-know tips for making it in Madison and DC. 

We also mentioned this City Cast Madison episode.

Is there something your city is doing that we should be talking about? Email David now! 

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]]> 1669 Mental Health Claims Denied in Nevada, Lombardo’s D.C. Pitch for Solar, and a Casino Penny Shortage Colorado River states missed a key deadline, insurers are being called out for allegedly denying mental health claims, and Gov. Joe Lombardo says he made a quiet pitch in D.C. to unstick stalled solar projects. On today’s Friday News Roundup, host Sonja Cho Swanson is joined by education advocate Patricia Haddad Bennett and Battle Born Progress Press Secretary Jacob Solis to break down whether “naming and shaming” 16 insurance companies will actually improve access to care and if political pull is becoming the price of doing business with Washington. Plus: the penny’s slow demise and a surprising move from MGM Resorts International to round up cash change in customers’ favor. Learn more about the sponsors of this February 20th episode: ⁠The Neon Museum⁠ Want to get in touch? Follow us @CityCastVegas on ⁠Instagram⁠, or email us at ⁠lasvegas@citycast.fm⁠. You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719. For more Las Vegas news, make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter,⁠ Hey Las Vegas.⁠ Learn more about becoming a City Cast Las Vegas Neighbor at ⁠membership.citycast.fm⁠. Looking to advertise on City Cast Las Vegas? Check out our options for podcast and newsletter ads at⁠ citycast.fm/advertise⁠. Fri, 20 Feb 2026 11:00:00 -0000 full City Cast Colorado River states missed a key deadline, insurers are being called out for allegedly denying mental health claims, and Gov. Joe Lombardo says he made a quiet pitch in D.C. to unstick stalled solar projects. On today’s Friday News Roundup, host Sonja Cho Swanson is joined by education advocate Patricia Haddad Bennett and Battle Born Progress Press Secretary Jacob Solis to break down whether “naming and shaming” 16 insurance companies will actually improve access to care and if political pull is becoming the price of doing business with Washington. Plus: the penny’s slow demise and a surprising move from MGM Resorts International to round up cash change in customers’ favor. Learn more about the sponsors of this February 20th episode: ⁠The Neon Museum⁠ Want to get in touch? Follow us @CityCastVegas on ⁠Instagram⁠, or email us at ⁠lasvegas@citycast.fm⁠. You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719. For more Las Vegas news, make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter,⁠ Hey Las Vegas.⁠ Learn more about becoming a City Cast Las Vegas Neighbor at ⁠membership.citycast.fm⁠. Looking to advertise on City Cast Las Vegas? Check out our options for podcast and newsletter ads at⁠ citycast.fm/advertise⁠. Colorado River states missed a key deadline, insurers are being called out for allegedly denying mental health claims, and Gov. Joe Lombardo says he made a quiet pitch in D.C. to unstick stalled solar projects. On today’s Friday News Roundup, host Sonja Cho Swanson is joined by education advocate Patricia Haddad Bennett and Battle Born Progress Press Secretary Jacob Solis to break down whether “naming and shaming” 16 insurance companies will actually improve access to care and if political pull is becoming the price of doing business with Washington. Plus: the penny’s slow demise and a surprising move from MGM Resorts International to round up cash change in customers’ favor.

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⁠The Neon Museum⁠


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]]> 1935 Why You Need to Visit Filipino Town (and What to Eat When You're There) Filipino Town is coming up on its one-year anniversary this spring. So today, host Sonja Cho Swanson sits down with two of the movers and shakers behind the project: Ron Sumbang, on the board of directors for Filipino Town, and Ava Cariño, a PhD student at UNLV studying Filipino Foodways and research assistant at Istorya. We learn how they rallied for the creation of a Filipino Town, why it matters to Las Vegas, and get their insider tips for where to find their favorite Filipino dishes. Learn more about the sponsors of this February 19th episode: The Neon Museum Want to get in touch? Follow us @CityCastVegas on Instagram, or email us at lasvegas@citycast.fm. You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719. For more Las Vegas news, make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter, Hey Las Vegas. Learn more about becoming a City Cast Las Vegas Neighbor at membership.citycast.fm. Looking to advertise on City Cast Las Vegas? Check out our options for podcast and newsletter ads at citycast.fm/advertise. Thu, 19 Feb 2026 11:00:00 -0000 full City Cast Filipino Town is coming up on its one-year anniversary this spring. So today, host Sonja Cho Swanson sits down with two of the movers and shakers behind the project: Ron Sumbang, on the board of directors for Filipino Town, and Ava Cariño, a PhD student at UNLV studying Filipino Foodways and research assistant at Istorya. We learn how they rallied for the creation of a Filipino Town, why it matters to Las Vegas, and get their insider tips for where to find their favorite Filipino dishes. Learn more about the sponsors of this February 19th episode: The Neon Museum Want to get in touch? Follow us @CityCastVegas on Instagram, or email us at lasvegas@citycast.fm. You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719. For more Las Vegas news, make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter, Hey Las Vegas. Learn more about becoming a City Cast Las Vegas Neighbor at membership.citycast.fm. Looking to advertise on City Cast Las Vegas? Check out our options for podcast and newsletter ads at citycast.fm/advertise. Filipino Town is coming up on its one-year anniversary this spring. So today, host Sonja Cho Swanson sits down with two of the movers and shakers behind the project: Ron Sumbang, on the board of directors for Filipino Town, and Ava Cariño, a PhD student at UNLV studying Filipino Foodways and research assistant at Istorya. We learn how they rallied for the creation of a Filipino Town, why it matters to Las Vegas, and get their insider tips for where to find their favorite Filipino dishes.


Learn more about the sponsors of this February 19th episode:

The Neon Museum


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]]> 1709 Could a Pahrump Brothel Union Set a New National Standard for Labor Laws? In a groundbreaking move, the workers at Sheri's Ranch in Pahrump announced their decision to form a union last week — the first time in U.S. history that brothel workers have attempted to unionize. So today, host Sonja Cho Swanson talks with Nevada Independent reporter Kate Reynolds about what they're up against, why A.I. is part of their fight, and why this could have nationwide implications for other contract workers, like Uber drivers and salon workers. Then, after the break, we talk with Adalind Gray, a former Sheri's Ranch courtesan who says she was fired for supporting the unionization efforts. Learn more about the effort at UnitedBrothelWorkers.org. Learn more about the sponsors of this February 18th episode: The Neon Museum Want to get in touch? Follow us @CityCastVegas on Instagram, or email us at lasvegas@citycast.fm. You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719. For more Las Vegas news, make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter, Hey Las Vegas. Learn more about becoming a City Cast Las Vegas Neighbor at membership.citycast.fm. Looking to advertise on City Cast Las Vegas? Check out our options for podcast and newsletter ads at citycast.fm/advertise. Wed, 18 Feb 2026 11:00:00 -0000 full City Cast In a groundbreaking move, the workers at Sheri's Ranch in Pahrump announced their decision to form a union last week — the first time in U.S. history that brothel workers have attempted to unionize. So today, host Sonja Cho Swanson talks with Nevada Independent reporter Kate Reynolds about what they're up against, why A.I. is part of their fight, and why this could have nationwide implications for other contract workers, like Uber drivers and salon workers. Then, after the break, we talk with Adalind Gray, a former Sheri's Ranch courtesan who says she was fired for supporting the unionization efforts. Learn more about the effort at UnitedBrothelWorkers.org. Learn more about the sponsors of this February 18th episode: The Neon Museum Want to get in touch? Follow us @CityCastVegas on Instagram, or email us at lasvegas@citycast.fm. You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719. For more Las Vegas news, make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter, Hey Las Vegas. Learn more about becoming a City Cast Las Vegas Neighbor at membership.citycast.fm. Looking to advertise on City Cast Las Vegas? Check out our options for podcast and newsletter ads at citycast.fm/advertise. In a groundbreaking move, the workers at Sheri's Ranch in Pahrump announced their decision to form a union last week — the first time in U.S. history that brothel workers have attempted to unionize. So today, host Sonja Cho Swanson talks with Nevada Independent reporter Kate Reynolds about what they're up against, why A.I. is part of their fight, and why this could have nationwide implications for other contract workers, like Uber drivers and salon workers. Then, after the break, we talk with Adalind Gray, a former Sheri's Ranch courtesan who says she was fired for supporting the unionization efforts. Learn more about the effort at UnitedBrothelWorkers.org.

Learn more about the sponsors of this February 18th episode:

The Neon Museum


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]]> 1748 Local Alternatives to Your Favorite Big Box Stores We are all guilty of heading to the big box stores– the Targets, the Walmarts when we're in a pinch and need a one-stop-shop. But there's a whole host of Vegas shops you can go to instead to put your money back into the local economy. Host Sonja Cho Swanson is joined by CoCo Jenkins, founder of There's Nothing to Do in Vegas, and Nicki Pucci, founder of Tambourine Home to share their favorite big box chain store dupes in town. Learn more about the sponsors of this February 18th episode: The Neon Museum Want to get in touch? Follow us @CityCastVegas on Instagram, or email us at lasvegas@citycast.fm. You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719. For more Las Vegas news, make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter, Hey Las Vegas. Learn more about becoming a City Cast Las Vegas Neighbor at membership.citycast.fm. Looking to advertise on City Cast Las Vegas? Check out our options for podcast and newsletter ads at citycast.fm/advertise. Tue, 17 Feb 2026 11:00:00 -0000 full City Cast We are all guilty of heading to the big box stores– the Targets, the Walmarts when we're in a pinch and need a one-stop-shop. But there's a whole host of Vegas shops you can go to instead to put your money back into the local economy. Host Sonja Cho Swanson is joined by CoCo Jenkins, founder of There's Nothing to Do in Vegas, and Nicki Pucci, founder of Tambourine Home to share their favorite big box chain store dupes in town. Learn more about the sponsors of this February 18th episode: The Neon Museum Want to get in touch? Follow us @CityCastVegas on Instagram, or email us at lasvegas@citycast.fm. You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719. For more Las Vegas news, make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter, Hey Las Vegas. Learn more about becoming a City Cast Las Vegas Neighbor at membership.citycast.fm. Looking to advertise on City Cast Las Vegas? Check out our options for podcast and newsletter ads at citycast.fm/advertise. We are all guilty of heading to the big box stores– the Targets, the Walmarts when we're in a pinch and need a one-stop-shop. But there's a whole host of Vegas shops you can go to instead to put your money back into the local economy. Host Sonja Cho Swanson is joined by CoCo Jenkins, founder of There's Nothing to Do in Vegas, and Nicki Pucci, founder of Tambourine Home to share their favorite big box chain store dupes in town.


Learn more about the sponsors of this February 18th episode:

The Neon Museum

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]]> 1276 How Las Vegas Could Be Better: How the Twin Cities Organized. Plus, What Counts As ‘Cold’? All eyes have been on the Twin Cities lately, including Las Vegans’. Operation Metro Surge is reportedly ending in Minnesota, with the withdrawal of immigration agents expected over the next week. Over the last two months, though, residents of the Twin Cities have organized a range of local collective action efforts including protests, mutual aid, and monitoring ICE — and they’ve done it quickly. In this inaugural episode of “Your City Could Be Better,” City Cast CEO David Plotz talks with City Cast Twin Cities podcast host Sean McPherson about how his community self-organized, why these networks have been so successful, and what other cities can take away from Minnesotans’ response to Operation Metro Surge. Plus, we have a D.C. vs. Twin Cities face-off on local cultural norms. We also mentioned this episode of City Cast Twin Cities. 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. Sat, 14 Feb 2026 11:00:00 -0000 full City Cast All eyes have been on the Twin Cities lately, including Las Vegans’. Operation Metro Surge is reportedly ending in Minnesota, with the withdrawal of immigration agents expected over the next week. Over the last two months, though, residents of the Twin Cities have organized a range of local collective action efforts including protests, mutual aid, and monitoring ICE — and they’ve done it quickly. In this inaugural episode of “Your City Could Be Better,” City Cast CEO David Plotz talks with City Cast Twin Cities podcast host Sean McPherson about how his community self-organized, why these networks have been so successful, and what other cities can take away from Minnesotans’ response to Operation Metro Surge. Plus, we have a D.C. vs. Twin Cities face-off on local cultural norms. We also mentioned this episode of City Cast Twin Cities. 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. All eyes have been on the Twin Cities lately, including Las Vegans’. Operation Metro Surge is reportedly ending in Minnesota, with the withdrawal of immigration agents expected over the next week. Over the last two months, though, residents of the Twin Cities have organized a range of local collective action efforts including protests, mutual aid, and monitoring ICE — and they’ve done it quickly. In this inaugural episode of “Your City Could Be Better,” City Cast CEO David Plotz talks with City Cast Twin Cities podcast host Sean McPherson about how his community self-organized, why these networks have been so successful, and what other cities can take away from Minnesotans’ response to Operation Metro Surge. Plus, we have a D.C. vs. Twin Cities face-off on local cultural norms.

We also mentioned this episode of City Cast Twin Cities.

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]]> 1925 New Attack Ad in Governor's Race, What Budget Cuts Mean for Teachers, and Why Las Vegans Are Staying Single This week, a seven-figure attack ad launched in Nevada’s governor’s race, Clark County School District revealed sweeping budget cuts tied to declining enrollment, and new data spotlighted just how many Las Vegas residents are staying single ahead of Valentine’s Day. Join host Sonja Cho Swanson, executive producer Layla Muhammad, and Nevada Independent Opinions Editor Andrew Kiraly to break down the biggest headlines from this week. Check out our new City Cast podcast "Your City Could Be Better" on YouTube and wherever you get your podcasts. Hosted by CEO David Plotz, this week's inaugural episode features the host of City Cast Twin Cities talking about how Minneapolis and St. Paul mobilized so quickly and broadly against the months-long ICE operation there. Want to get in touch? Follow us @CityCastVegas on Instagram, or email us at lasvegas@citycast.fm. You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719. For more Las Vegas news, make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter, Hey Las Vegas. Learn more about becoming a City Cast Las Vegas Neighbor at membership.citycast.fm. Looking to advertise on City Cast Las Vegas? Check out our options for podcast and newsletter ads at citycast.fm/advertise. Fri, 13 Feb 2026 11:00:00 -0000 full City Cast This week, a seven-figure attack ad launched in Nevada’s governor’s race, Clark County School District revealed sweeping budget cuts tied to declining enrollment, and new data spotlighted just how many Las Vegas residents are staying single ahead of Valentine’s Day. Join host Sonja Cho Swanson, executive producer Layla Muhammad, and Nevada Independent Opinions Editor Andrew Kiraly to break down the biggest headlines from this week. Check out our new City Cast podcast "Your City Could Be Better" on YouTube and wherever you get your podcasts. Hosted by CEO David Plotz, this week's inaugural episode features the host of City Cast Twin Cities talking about how Minneapolis and St. Paul mobilized so quickly and broadly against the months-long ICE operation there. Want to get in touch? Follow us @CityCastVegas on Instagram, or email us at lasvegas@citycast.fm. You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719. For more Las Vegas news, make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter, Hey Las Vegas. Learn more about becoming a City Cast Las Vegas Neighbor at membership.citycast.fm. Looking to advertise on City Cast Las Vegas? Check out our options for podcast and newsletter ads at citycast.fm/advertise. This week, a seven-figure attack ad launched in Nevada’s governor’s race, Clark County School District revealed sweeping budget cuts tied to declining enrollment, and new data spotlighted just how many Las Vegas residents are staying single ahead of Valentine’s Day. Join host Sonja Cho Swanson, executive producer Layla Muhammad, and Nevada Independent Opinions Editor Andrew Kiraly to break down the biggest headlines from this week.


Check out our new City Cast podcast "Your City Could Be Better" on YouTube and wherever you get your podcasts. Hosted by CEO David Plotz, this week's inaugural episode features the host of City Cast Twin Cities talking about how Minneapolis and St. Paul mobilized so quickly and broadly against the months-long ICE operation there.


Want to get in touch? Follow us @CityCastVegas on Instagram, or email us at lasvegas@citycast.fm. You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719.

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]]> 2042 Can Indie Theater Thrive in a City of Spectacle? Las Vegas is famous for giant splashy productions, but a tiny local theater cracked the national spotlight with a 90s horror parody that went viral and started selling out shows. Majestic Repertory Theater found breakout success by leaning into nostalgia, letting audiences film, and turning cult classics like Scream and The Craft into scrappy, immersive musical hits that are now touring beyond Nevada. Founder of Majestic Repertory Theater Troy Heard joins host Sonja Cho Swanson to talk about building buzz on a shoestring, why Vegas is the perfect experimental lab, and what local theater can offer in a big spectacle town. Want to get in touch? Follow us @CityCastVegas on Instagram, or email us at lasvegas@citycast.fm. You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719. For more Las Vegas news, make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter, Hey Las Vegas. Learn more about becoming a City Cast Las Vegas Neighbor at membership.citycast.fm. Looking to advertise on City Cast Las Vegas? Check out our options for podcast and newsletter ads at citycast.fm/advertise. Thu, 12 Feb 2026 11:00:00 -0000 full City Cast Las Vegas is famous for giant splashy productions, but a tiny local theater cracked the national spotlight with a 90s horror parody that went viral and started selling out shows. Majestic Repertory Theater found breakout success by leaning into nostalgia, letting audiences film, and turning cult classics like Scream and The Craft into scrappy, immersive musical hits that are now touring beyond Nevada. Founder of Majestic Repertory Theater Troy Heard joins host Sonja Cho Swanson to talk about building buzz on a shoestring, why Vegas is the perfect experimental lab, and what local theater can offer in a big spectacle town. Want to get in touch? Follow us @CityCastVegas on Instagram, or email us at lasvegas@citycast.fm. You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719. For more Las Vegas news, make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter, Hey Las Vegas. Learn more about becoming a City Cast Las Vegas Neighbor at membership.citycast.fm. Looking to advertise on City Cast Las Vegas? Check out our options for podcast and newsletter ads at citycast.fm/advertise. Las Vegas is famous for giant splashy productions, but a tiny local theater cracked the national spotlight with a 90s horror parody that went viral and started selling out shows. Majestic Repertory Theater found breakout success by leaning into nostalgia, letting audiences film, and turning cult classics like Scream and The Craft into scrappy, immersive musical hits that are now touring beyond Nevada. Founder of Majestic Repertory Theater Troy Heard joins host Sonja Cho Swanson to talk about building buzz on a shoestring, why Vegas is the perfect experimental lab, and what local theater can offer in a big spectacle town.


Want to get in touch? Follow us @CityCastVegas on Instagram, or email us at lasvegas@citycast.fm. You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719.

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]]> 1496 Why You Need to Pay Attention to This Year's Huge Judicial Election This election year, voters are set to decide 31% of district court judges. But why are some judges appointed in Nevada while others have to run for election? Host Sonja Cho Swanson is joined by Alex Falconi, founding director of Our Nevada Judges, and Dayvid Figler, practicing attorney and former municipal court judge, about this year's judicial races and how voters can get informed.  Want to get in touch? Follow us @CityCastVegas on Instagram, or email us at lasvegas@citycast.fm. You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719. For more Las Vegas news, make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter, Hey Las Vegas. Learn more about becoming a City Cast Las Vegas Neighbor at membership.citycast.fm. Looking to advertise on City Cast Las Vegas? Check out our options for podcast and newsletter ads at citycast.fm/advertise. Wed, 11 Feb 2026 11:00:00 -0000 full City Cast This election year, voters are set to decide 31% of district court judges. But why are some judges appointed in Nevada while others have to run for election? Host Sonja Cho Swanson is joined by Alex Falconi, founding director of Our Nevada Judges, and Dayvid Figler, practicing attorney and former municipal court judge, about this year's judicial races and how voters can get informed.  Want to get in touch? Follow us @CityCastVegas on Instagram, or email us at lasvegas@citycast.fm. You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719. For more Las Vegas news, make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter, Hey Las Vegas. Learn more about becoming a City Cast Las Vegas Neighbor at membership.citycast.fm. Looking to advertise on City Cast Las Vegas? Check out our options for podcast and newsletter ads at citycast.fm/advertise. This election year, voters are set to decide 31% of district court judges. But why are some judges appointed in Nevada while others have to run for election? Host Sonja Cho Swanson is joined by Alex Falconi, founding director of Our Nevada Judges, and Dayvid Figler, practicing attorney and former municipal court judge, about this year's judicial races and how voters can get informed. 


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]]> 1514 The Vegas Loop Finally Catches Heat from Lawmakers Nevada lawmakers recently held a hearing on the Boring Company's so-called Tesla Tunnels, but representatives from The Boring Co. and Governor Lombardo's office were nowhere to be found. Host Sonja Cho Swanson is joined by Nevada Current editor April Corbin Girnus and Dayvid Figler, an attorney and former City Cast host who co-authored an investigation on the Vegas Loop with Propublica to discuss the hearing and what could come from it. Want to get in touch? Follow us @CityCastVegas on Instagram, or email us at lasvegas@citycast.fm. You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719. For more Las Vegas news, make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter, Hey Las Vegas. Learn more about becoming a City Cast Las Vegas Neighbor at membership.citycast.fm. Looking to advertise on City Cast Las Vegas? Check out our options for podcast and newsletter ads at citycast.fm/advertise. Tue, 10 Feb 2026 11:00:00 -0000 full City Cast Nevada lawmakers recently held a hearing on the Boring Company's so-called Tesla Tunnels, but representatives from The Boring Co. and Governor Lombardo's office were nowhere to be found. Host Sonja Cho Swanson is joined by Nevada Current editor April Corbin Girnus and Dayvid Figler, an attorney and former City Cast host who co-authored an investigation on the Vegas Loop with Propublica to discuss the hearing and what could come from it. Want to get in touch? Follow us @CityCastVegas on Instagram, or email us at lasvegas@citycast.fm. You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719. For more Las Vegas news, make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter, Hey Las Vegas. Learn more about becoming a City Cast Las Vegas Neighbor at membership.citycast.fm. Looking to advertise on City Cast Las Vegas? Check out our options for podcast and newsletter ads at citycast.fm/advertise. Nevada lawmakers recently held a hearing on the Boring Company's so-called Tesla Tunnels, but representatives from The Boring Co. and Governor Lombardo's office were nowhere to be found. Host Sonja Cho Swanson is joined by Nevada Current editor April Corbin Girnus and Dayvid Figler, an attorney and former City Cast host who co-authored an investigation on the Vegas Loop with Propublica to discuss the hearing and what could come from it.


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]]> 1582 The Secret History of Black Cowboys in Las Vegas As a place that still gets referred to as the Wild West, Las Vegas needs to reckon with its myth of the cowboy. After all, there is a long legacy of Black cowboys who helped shape the history of the American Southwest. So, we're bringing back former co-host Sarah Lohman's conversation with artist and writer Brent Holmes about the erased history of Black cowboys in Las Vegas. Want to get in touch? Follow us @CityCastVegas on Instagram, or email us at lasvegas@citycast.fm. You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719. For more Las Vegas news, make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter, Hey Las Vegas. Learn more about becoming a City Cast Las Vegas Neighbor at membership.citycast.fm. Looking to advertise on City Cast Las Vegas? Check out our options for podcast and newsletter ads at citycast.fm/advertise. Mon, 09 Feb 2026 11:00:00 -0000 full City Cast As a place that still gets referred to as the Wild West, Las Vegas needs to reckon with its myth of the cowboy. After all, there is a long legacy of Black cowboys who helped shape the history of the American Southwest. So, we're bringing back former co-host Sarah Lohman's conversation with artist and writer Brent Holmes about the erased history of Black cowboys in Las Vegas. Want to get in touch? Follow us @CityCastVegas on Instagram, or email us at lasvegas@citycast.fm. You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719. For more Las Vegas news, make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter, Hey Las Vegas. Learn more about becoming a City Cast Las Vegas Neighbor at membership.citycast.fm. Looking to advertise on City Cast Las Vegas? Check out our options for podcast and newsletter ads at citycast.fm/advertise. As a place that still gets referred to as the Wild West, Las Vegas needs to reckon with its myth of the cowboy. After all, there is a long legacy of Black cowboys who helped shape the history of the American Southwest. So, we're bringing back former co-host Sarah Lohman's conversation with artist and writer Brent Holmes about the erased history of Black cowboys in Las Vegas.

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]]> 1301 Airbnb Biolab? Plus, Big Game Betting Bust and Running the Length of the Colorado River A suspected biolab was discovered in an Eastside home, prompting a federal investigation that is still underway. What exactly was found in the home, and who are the major players here? Host Sonja Cho Swanson is joined by filmmaker Shahab Zargari and newsletter editor Rob Kachelriess to talk about the latest developments. Plus, they also get into the judicial decision to ban prediction markets from Super Bowl speculation in Nevada, and why an ultra-marathon runner will be running the length of the Colorado River this summer.  Want to get in touch? Follow us @CityCastVegas on Instagram, or email us at lasvegas@citycast.fm. You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719. For more Las Vegas news, make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter, Hey Las Vegas. Learn more about becoming a City Cast Las Vegas Neighbor at membership.citycast.fm. Looking to advertise on City Cast Las Vegas? Check out our options for podcast and newsletter ads at citycast.fm/advertise. Fri, 06 Feb 2026 11:00:00 -0000 full City Cast A suspected biolab was discovered in an Eastside home, prompting a federal investigation that is still underway. What exactly was found in the home, and who are the major players here? Host Sonja Cho Swanson is joined by filmmaker Shahab Zargari and newsletter editor Rob Kachelriess to talk about the latest developments. Plus, they also get into the judicial decision to ban prediction markets from Super Bowl speculation in Nevada, and why an ultra-marathon runner will be running the length of the Colorado River this summer.  Want to get in touch? Follow us @CityCastVegas on Instagram, or email us at lasvegas@citycast.fm. You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719. For more Las Vegas news, make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter, Hey Las Vegas. Learn more about becoming a City Cast Las Vegas Neighbor at membership.citycast.fm. Looking to advertise on City Cast Las Vegas? Check out our options for podcast and newsletter ads at citycast.fm/advertise. A suspected biolab was discovered in an Eastside home, prompting a federal investigation that is still underway. What exactly was found in the home, and who are the major players here? Host Sonja Cho Swanson is joined by filmmaker Shahab Zargari and newsletter editor Rob Kachelriess to talk about the latest developments. Plus, they also get into the judicial decision to ban prediction markets from Super Bowl speculation in Nevada, and why an ultra-marathon runner will be running the length of the Colorado River this summer. 

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]]> 1938 The Best Burgers in Las Vegas Las Vegas is buzzing ahead of the largest In-N-Out and Five Guys openings on the Strip, so we dig into where locals are actually finding the city’s best burgers right now. Food influencers break down what makes a real smash burger, where pub-style classics still shine, and which low-key spots and fancy kitchens are worth the drive. Jeremy “Bullet Head” Johnson and Giselle D’souza of NothingToDoLVEats join host Sonja Cho Swanson to shout out neighborhood burger gems. Want to get in touch? Follow us @CityCastVegas on Instagram, or email us at lasvegas@citycast.fm. You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719. For more Las Vegas news, make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter, Hey Las Vegas. Learn more about becoming a City Cast Las Vegas Neighbor at membership.citycast.fm. Looking to advertise on City Cast Las Vegas? Check out our options for podcast and newsletter ads at citycast.fm/advertise. Thu, 05 Feb 2026 11:00:00 -0000 full City Cast Las Vegas is buzzing ahead of the largest In-N-Out and Five Guys openings on the Strip, so we dig into where locals are actually finding the city’s best burgers right now. Food influencers break down what makes a real smash burger, where pub-style classics still shine, and which low-key spots and fancy kitchens are worth the drive. Jeremy “Bullet Head” Johnson and Giselle D’souza of NothingToDoLVEats join host Sonja Cho Swanson to shout out neighborhood burger gems. Want to get in touch? Follow us @CityCastVegas on Instagram, or email us at lasvegas@citycast.fm. You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719. For more Las Vegas news, make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter, Hey Las Vegas. Learn more about becoming a City Cast Las Vegas Neighbor at membership.citycast.fm. Looking to advertise on City Cast Las Vegas? Check out our options for podcast and newsletter ads at citycast.fm/advertise. Las Vegas is buzzing ahead of the largest In-N-Out and Five Guys openings on the Strip, so we dig into where locals are actually finding the city’s best burgers right now. Food influencers break down what makes a real smash burger, where pub-style classics still shine, and which low-key spots and fancy kitchens are worth the drive. Jeremy “Bullet Head” Johnson and Giselle D’souza of NothingToDoLVEats join host Sonja Cho Swanson to shout out neighborhood burger gems.

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]]> 1407 Could These Two Moves Save the Raiders? After a brutal season, the Raiders finally have something fans can feel cautiously optimistic about. With a top coaching prospect headed to the Super Bowl this weekend and big decisions looming, we ask if this could be the moment things start to turn around. Las Vegas Review-Journal sports anchor Heidi Fang joins host Sonja Cho Swanson to break down what went wrong, what a new coach and No. 1 draft pick could change, and whether the Raiders will ever make Las Vegas proud. Want to get in touch? Follow us @CityCastVegas on Instagram, or email us at lasvegas@citycast.fm. You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719. For more Las Vegas news, make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter, Hey Las Vegas. Learn more about becoming a City Cast Las Vegas Neighbor at membership.citycast.fm. Looking to advertise on City Cast Las Vegas? Check out our options for podcast and newsletter ads at citycast.fm/advertise. Wed, 04 Feb 2026 11:00:00 -0000 full City Cast After a brutal season, the Raiders finally have something fans can feel cautiously optimistic about. With a top coaching prospect headed to the Super Bowl this weekend and big decisions looming, we ask if this could be the moment things start to turn around. Las Vegas Review-Journal sports anchor Heidi Fang joins host Sonja Cho Swanson to break down what went wrong, what a new coach and No. 1 draft pick could change, and whether the Raiders will ever make Las Vegas proud. Want to get in touch? Follow us @CityCastVegas on Instagram, or email us at lasvegas@citycast.fm. You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719. For more Las Vegas news, make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter, Hey Las Vegas. Learn more about becoming a City Cast Las Vegas Neighbor at membership.citycast.fm. Looking to advertise on City Cast Las Vegas? Check out our options for podcast and newsletter ads at citycast.fm/advertise. After a brutal season, the Raiders finally have something fans can feel cautiously optimistic about. With a top coaching prospect headed to the Super Bowl this weekend and big decisions looming, we ask if this could be the moment things start to turn around. Las Vegas Review-Journal sports anchor Heidi Fang joins host Sonja Cho Swanson to break down what went wrong, what a new coach and No. 1 draft pick could change, and whether the Raiders will ever make Las Vegas proud.

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]]> 1194 Federal Funding Whiplash Hits Las Vegas Nonprofits The federal funding whiplash has left Nevada’s nonprofit sector bracing for impact, with cut programs, lost staff, and unanswered questions about what comes next. We zoom out on why uncertainty can be just as damaging as outright cuts, and how shaky federal dollars ripple through healthcare, housing, and food access across Southern Nevada. Miles Dickson, founder of Nevada GrantLab, joins host Sonja Cho Swanson to break down the overall state of nonprofits in Las Vegas and what locals can do to help. Want to get in touch? Follow us @CityCastVegas on Instagram, or email us at lasvegas@citycast.fm. You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719. For more Las Vegas news, make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter, Hey Las Vegas. Learn more about becoming a City Cast Las Vegas Neighbor at membership.citycast.fm. Looking to advertise on City Cast Las Vegas? Check out our options for podcast and newsletter ads at citycast.fm/advertise. Tue, 03 Feb 2026 11:00:00 -0000 full City Cast The federal funding whiplash has left Nevada’s nonprofit sector bracing for impact, with cut programs, lost staff, and unanswered questions about what comes next. We zoom out on why uncertainty can be just as damaging as outright cuts, and how shaky federal dollars ripple through healthcare, housing, and food access across Southern Nevada. Miles Dickson, founder of Nevada GrantLab, joins host Sonja Cho Swanson to break down the overall state of nonprofits in Las Vegas and what locals can do to help. Want to get in touch? Follow us @CityCastVegas on Instagram, or email us at lasvegas@citycast.fm. You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719. For more Las Vegas news, make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter, Hey Las Vegas. Learn more about becoming a City Cast Las Vegas Neighbor at membership.citycast.fm. Looking to advertise on City Cast Las Vegas? Check out our options for podcast and newsletter ads at citycast.fm/advertise. The federal funding whiplash has left Nevada’s nonprofit sector bracing for impact, with cut programs, lost staff, and unanswered questions about what comes next. We zoom out on why uncertainty can be just as damaging as outright cuts, and how shaky federal dollars ripple through healthcare, housing, and food access across Southern Nevada. Miles Dickson, founder of Nevada GrantLab, joins host Sonja Cho Swanson to break down the overall state of nonprofits in Las Vegas and what locals can do to help.

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]]> 1360 Your Guide to February 2026 in Las Vegas It's officially February, which means we are full of love for our city and all it has to offer! Between the Death Valley superbloom, a new Elvis doc, and the James Beard semi-finalists announcement, there's plenty of reasons to be out and about this month. Host Sonja Cho Swanson is joined by newsletter editor Rob Kachelreiss and Nevada Current reporter Michael MJ Lyle to share the events they can't miss and businesses they're crushing on during this month of love. 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 Las Vegas community.  Want to get in touch? Follow us @CityCastVegas on Instagram, or email us at lasvegas@citycast.fm. You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719. For more Las Vegas news, make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter, Hey Las Vegas. Learn more about becoming a City Cast Las Vegas Neighbor at membership.citycast.fm. Looking to advertise on City Cast Las Vegas? Check out our options for podcast and newsletter ads at citycast.fm/advertise. Mon, 02 Feb 2026 11:00:00 -0000 full City Cast It's officially February, which means we are full of love for our city and all it has to offer! Between the Death Valley superbloom, a new Elvis doc, and the James Beard semi-finalists announcement, there's plenty of reasons to be out and about this month. Host Sonja Cho Swanson is joined by newsletter editor Rob Kachelreiss and Nevada Current reporter Michael MJ Lyle to share the events they can't miss and businesses they're crushing on during this month of love. 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 Las Vegas community.  Want to get in touch? Follow us @CityCastVegas on Instagram, or email us at lasvegas@citycast.fm. You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719. For more Las Vegas news, make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter, Hey Las Vegas. Learn more about becoming a City Cast Las Vegas Neighbor at membership.citycast.fm. Looking to advertise on City Cast Las Vegas? Check out our options for podcast and newsletter ads at citycast.fm/advertise. It's officially February, which means we are full of love for our city and all it has to offer! Between the Death Valley superbloom, a new Elvis doc, and the James Beard semi-finalists announcement, there's plenty of reasons to be out and about this month. Host Sonja Cho Swanson is joined by newsletter editor Rob Kachelreiss and Nevada Current reporter Michael MJ Lyle to share the events they can't miss and businesses they're crushing on during this month of love.

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 Las Vegas community. 

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]]> 2076 Is a Downtown Concert Venue Worth Saving? Plus, a Charter School’s Questionable Finances and the Galleria Mall’s Rebrand Nevada Prep Charter School was already planning a closure after reports emerged about hundreds of disciplinary issues — but now it's facing calls for the Attorney General's office to investigate possible financial misdoings. What's going on here, and what does this incident say about the state of charter schools in our state? Host Sonja Cho Swanson sits down with Channel 8 morning anchor John Langeler and City Cast Las Vegas executive producer Layla Muhammad to discuss. Plus, they also get into the uncertain fate of the Downtown Las Vegas Events Center, and the Galleria Mall's rebrand — could this be the salvation of our aging shopping malls? Want to get in touch? Follow us @CityCastVegas on Instagram, or email us at lasvegas@citycast.fm. You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719. For more Las Vegas news, make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter, Hey Las Vegas. Learn more about becoming a City Cast Las Vegas Neighbor at membership.citycast.fm. Looking to advertise on City Cast Las Vegas? Check out our options for podcast and newsletter ads at citycast.fm/advertise. Fri, 30 Jan 2026 11:00:00 -0000 full City Cast Nevada Prep Charter School was already planning a closure after reports emerged about hundreds of disciplinary issues — but now it's facing calls for the Attorney General's office to investigate possible financial misdoings. What's going on here, and what does this incident say about the state of charter schools in our state? Host Sonja Cho Swanson sits down with Channel 8 morning anchor John Langeler and City Cast Las Vegas executive producer Layla Muhammad to discuss. Plus, they also get into the uncertain fate of the Downtown Las Vegas Events Center, and the Galleria Mall's rebrand — could this be the salvation of our aging shopping malls? Want to get in touch? Follow us @CityCastVegas on Instagram, or email us at lasvegas@citycast.fm. You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719. For more Las Vegas news, make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter, Hey Las Vegas. Learn more about becoming a City Cast Las Vegas Neighbor at membership.citycast.fm. Looking to advertise on City Cast Las Vegas? Check out our options for podcast and newsletter ads at citycast.fm/advertise. Nevada Prep Charter School was already planning a closure after reports emerged about hundreds of disciplinary issues — but now it's facing calls for the Attorney General's office to investigate possible financial misdoings. What's going on here, and what does this incident say about the state of charter schools in our state? Host Sonja Cho Swanson sits down with Channel 8 morning anchor John Langeler and City Cast Las Vegas executive producer Layla Muhammad to discuss. Plus, they also get into the uncertain fate of the Downtown Las Vegas Events Center, and the Galleria Mall's rebrand — could this be the salvation of our aging shopping malls?


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]]> 2055 What Las Vegans Should Know About ICE Encounters Across the country, concerns about immigration enforcement are mounting. Host Sonja Cho Swanson sits down with Athar Haseebullah, Executive Director of the ACLU of Nevada, to break down the practical realities of encounters with Immigration and Customs Enforcement here in Las Vegas — what the law actually allows and what every resident should know. With community fears rising and ongoing debates about cooperation with federal agencies, this episode cuts through the headlines to help listeners understand their rights. Want to get in touch? Follow us @CityCastVegas on Instagram, or email us at lasvegas@citycast.fm. You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719. For more Las Vegas news, make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter, Hey Las Vegas. Learn more about becoming a City Cast Las Vegas Neighbor at membership.citycast.fm. Looking to advertise on City Cast Las Vegas? Check out our options for podcast and newsletter ads at citycast.fm/advertise. Thu, 29 Jan 2026 11:00:00 -0000 full City Cast Across the country, concerns about immigration enforcement are mounting. Host Sonja Cho Swanson sits down with Athar Haseebullah, Executive Director of the ACLU of Nevada, to break down the practical realities of encounters with Immigration and Customs Enforcement here in Las Vegas — what the law actually allows and what every resident should know. With community fears rising and ongoing debates about cooperation with federal agencies, this episode cuts through the headlines to help listeners understand their rights. Want to get in touch? Follow us @CityCastVegas on Instagram, or email us at lasvegas@citycast.fm. You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719. For more Las Vegas news, make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter, Hey Las Vegas. Learn more about becoming a City Cast Las Vegas Neighbor at membership.citycast.fm. Looking to advertise on City Cast Las Vegas? Check out our options for podcast and newsletter ads at citycast.fm/advertise. Across the country, concerns about immigration enforcement are mounting. Host Sonja Cho Swanson sits down with Athar Haseebullah, Executive Director of the ACLU of Nevada, to break down the practical realities of encounters with Immigration and Customs Enforcement here in Las Vegas — what the law actually allows and what every resident should know. With community fears rising and ongoing debates about cooperation with federal agencies, this episode cuts through the headlines to help listeners understand their rights.


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]]> 1758 Vegas' Food Scene Finally Gets National Attention — Here's Why Las Vegas just notched a record-breaking 14 James Beard Award semifinalist nominations, and the city’s food scene is feeling the heat — in a good way. Host Sonja Cho Swanson sits down with Eric Gladstone, founder of restaurant PR group Feast of Friends, to unpack what this moment means for chefs, restaurants, and Vegas’ national reputation. From surprise nominees to long-overdue recognition, they dig into why this year feels different. Finalists for the James Beard Awards will be announced on March 31st. Want to get in touch? Follow us @CityCastVegas on Instagram, or email us at lasvegas@citycast.fm. You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719. For more Las Vegas news, make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter, Hey Las Vegas. Learn more about becoming a City Cast Las Vegas Neighbor at membership.citycast.fm. Looking to advertise on City Cast Las Vegas? Check out our options for podcast and newsletter ads at citycast.fm/advertise. Wed, 28 Jan 2026 11:00:00 -0000 full City Cast Las Vegas just notched a record-breaking 14 James Beard Award semifinalist nominations, and the city’s food scene is feeling the heat — in a good way. Host Sonja Cho Swanson sits down with Eric Gladstone, founder of restaurant PR group Feast of Friends, to unpack what this moment means for chefs, restaurants, and Vegas’ national reputation. From surprise nominees to long-overdue recognition, they dig into why this year feels different. Finalists for the James Beard Awards will be announced on March 31st. Want to get in touch? Follow us @CityCastVegas on Instagram, or email us at lasvegas@citycast.fm. You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719. For more Las Vegas news, make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter, Hey Las Vegas. Learn more about becoming a City Cast Las Vegas Neighbor at membership.citycast.fm. Looking to advertise on City Cast Las Vegas? Check out our options for podcast and newsletter ads at citycast.fm/advertise. Las Vegas just notched a record-breaking 14 James Beard Award semifinalist nominations, and the city’s food scene is feeling the heat — in a good way. Host Sonja Cho Swanson sits down with Eric Gladstone, founder of restaurant PR group Feast of Friends, to unpack what this moment means for chefs, restaurants, and Vegas’ national reputation. From surprise nominees to long-overdue recognition, they dig into why this year feels different.

Finalists for the James Beard Awards will be announced on March 31st.


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]]> 1378 Are Prediction Markets a Threat to Gambling in Las Vegas? While Las Vegas is known as the gambling capital of the country, newer online vices are popping up that could be competition for our city's biggest offer – casinos. Prediction markets like Kalshi and Polymarket allow users to "trade real-world events" by predicting anything from the outcome of a sporting event to the weather in New York City. It sounds a lot like gambling, but is it? Rick Velotta, assistant business editor at the Las Vegas Review-Journal, joins host Sonja Cho Swanson to discuss the legalities of prediction markets and the threat they pose to gaming companies.  Want to get in touch? Follow us @CityCastVegas on Instagram, or email us at lasvegas@citycast.fm. You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719. For more Las Vegas news, make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter, Hey Las Vegas. Learn more about becoming a City Cast Las Vegas Neighbor at membership.citycast.fm. Looking to advertise on City Cast Las Vegas? Check out our options for podcast and newsletter ads at citycast.fm/advertise. Tue, 27 Jan 2026 11:00:00 -0000 full City Cast While Las Vegas is known as the gambling capital of the country, newer online vices are popping up that could be competition for our city's biggest offer – casinos. Prediction markets like Kalshi and Polymarket allow users to "trade real-world events" by predicting anything from the outcome of a sporting event to the weather in New York City. It sounds a lot like gambling, but is it? Rick Velotta, assistant business editor at the Las Vegas Review-Journal, joins host Sonja Cho Swanson to discuss the legalities of prediction markets and the threat they pose to gaming companies.  Want to get in touch? Follow us @CityCastVegas on Instagram, or email us at lasvegas@citycast.fm. You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719. For more Las Vegas news, make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter, Hey Las Vegas. Learn more about becoming a City Cast Las Vegas Neighbor at membership.citycast.fm. Looking to advertise on City Cast Las Vegas? Check out our options for podcast and newsletter ads at citycast.fm/advertise. While Las Vegas is known as the gambling capital of the country, newer online vices are popping up that could be competition for our city's biggest offer – casinos. Prediction markets like Kalshi and Polymarket allow users to "trade real-world events" by predicting anything from the outcome of a sporting event to the weather in New York City. It sounds a lot like gambling, but is it? Rick Velotta, assistant business editor at the Las Vegas Review-Journal, joins host Sonja Cho Swanson to discuss the legalities of prediction markets and the threat they pose to gaming companies. 


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]]> 1494 Do Political Families Still Have Power in Las Vegas? While Nevada has a long history of old family names in politics (think the Goodmans, the Reids), the list of candidates that have filed to run in 2026 in Southern Nevada contains a shockingly low number of legacy names. How much power do these famous families still hold? Co-hosts Sarah Lohman and Dayvid Figler talk with UNLV history professor Michael Green to talk about the political dynasties of Las Vegas and if a legacy last name still matters as much as it used to. Want to get in touch? Follow us @CityCastVegas on Instagram, or email us at lasvegas@citycast.fm. You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719. For more Las Vegas news, make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter, Hey Las Vegas. Learn more about becoming a City Cast Las Vegas Neighbor at membership.citycast.fm. Looking to advertise on City Cast Las Vegas? Check out our options for podcast and newsletter ads at citycast.fm/advertise. Mon, 26 Jan 2026 11:00:00 -0000 full City Cast While Nevada has a long history of old family names in politics (think the Goodmans, the Reids), the list of candidates that have filed to run in 2026 in Southern Nevada contains a shockingly low number of legacy names. How much power do these famous families still hold? Co-hosts Sarah Lohman and Dayvid Figler talk with UNLV history professor Michael Green to talk about the political dynasties of Las Vegas and if a legacy last name still matters as much as it used to. Want to get in touch? Follow us @CityCastVegas on Instagram, or email us at lasvegas@citycast.fm. You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719. For more Las Vegas news, make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter, Hey Las Vegas. Learn more about becoming a City Cast Las Vegas Neighbor at membership.citycast.fm. Looking to advertise on City Cast Las Vegas? Check out our options for podcast and newsletter ads at citycast.fm/advertise. While Nevada has a long history of old family names in politics (think the Goodmans, the Reids), the list of candidates that have filed to run in 2026 in Southern Nevada contains a shockingly low number of legacy names. How much power do these famous families still hold? Co-hosts Sarah Lohman and Dayvid Figler talk with UNLV history professor Michael Green to talk about the political dynasties of Las Vegas and if a legacy last name still matters as much as it used to.

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]]> 1538 Nevada Senators Propose ICE Funding Diversion, School Start Times, and a New Sphere Goes Where? Amid rallying cries on the left of "defund ICE," the Senators from Nevada, Catherine Cortez-Masto and Jacky Rosen, have proposed a middleground solution: Diverting close to half of the $175 billion in Big Beautiful Bill funds earmarked for the agency towards local law enforcement. Will it work? And does it matter? Today, host Sonja Cho Swanson talks with Nevada Current editor April Corbin Girnus and writer Scott Dickensheets about the proposal, along with the valleywide impacts of later school start times for CCSD high schoolers, and why a proposed second Sphere in the DC suburbs has us feeling jealous. Want to get in touch? Follow us @CityCastVegas on Instagram, or email us at lasvegas@citycast.fm. You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719. For more Las Vegas news, make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter, Hey Las Vegas. Learn more about becoming a City Cast Las Vegas Neighbor at membership.citycast.fm. Looking to advertise on City Cast Las Vegas? Check out our options for podcast and newsletter ads at citycast.fm/advertise. Fri, 23 Jan 2026 11:00:00 -0000 full City Cast Amid rallying cries on the left of "defund ICE," the Senators from Nevada, Catherine Cortez-Masto and Jacky Rosen, have proposed a middleground solution: Diverting close to half of the $175 billion in Big Beautiful Bill funds earmarked for the agency towards local law enforcement. Will it work? And does it matter? Today, host Sonja Cho Swanson talks with Nevada Current editor April Corbin Girnus and writer Scott Dickensheets about the proposal, along with the valleywide impacts of later school start times for CCSD high schoolers, and why a proposed second Sphere in the DC suburbs has us feeling jealous. Want to get in touch? Follow us @CityCastVegas on Instagram, or email us at lasvegas@citycast.fm. You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719. For more Las Vegas news, make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter, Hey Las Vegas. Learn more about becoming a City Cast Las Vegas Neighbor at membership.citycast.fm. Looking to advertise on City Cast Las Vegas? Check out our options for podcast and newsletter ads at citycast.fm/advertise. Amid rallying cries on the left of "defund ICE," the Senators from Nevada, Catherine Cortez-Masto and Jacky Rosen, have proposed a middleground solution: Diverting close to half of the $175 billion in Big Beautiful Bill funds earmarked for the agency towards local law enforcement. Will it work? And does it matter? Today, host Sonja Cho Swanson talks with Nevada Current editor April Corbin Girnus and writer Scott Dickensheets about the proposal, along with the valleywide impacts of later school start times for CCSD high schoolers, and why a proposed second Sphere in the DC suburbs has us feeling jealous.


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]]> 1703 Swaps For Your Favorite Restaurants That Closed in 2025 Because we have new restaurants popping up all the time in Las Vegas, that unfortunately means that we lose a lot of great spots too. So many of our favorite eateries closed in 2025, so City Cast Las Vegas contributor and man about town Brent Holmes joined host Dayvid Figler to discuss substitutes for the places they were sad to see go. Plus, they chat about what last year's closures say about the future of the Las Vegas food scene.  Want to get in touch? Follow us @CityCastVegas on Instagram, or email us at lasvegas@citycast.fm. You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719. For more Las Vegas news, make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter, Hey Las Vegas. Learn more about becoming a City Cast Las Vegas Neighbor at membership.citycast.fm. Looking to advertise on City Cast Las Vegas? Check out our options for podcast and newsletter ads at citycast.fm/advertise. Thu, 22 Jan 2026 11:00:00 -0000 full City Cast Because we have new restaurants popping up all the time in Las Vegas, that unfortunately means that we lose a lot of great spots too. So many of our favorite eateries closed in 2025, so City Cast Las Vegas contributor and man about town Brent Holmes joined host Dayvid Figler to discuss substitutes for the places they were sad to see go. Plus, they chat about what last year's closures say about the future of the Las Vegas food scene.  Want to get in touch? Follow us @CityCastVegas on Instagram, or email us at lasvegas@citycast.fm. You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719. For more Las Vegas news, make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter, Hey Las Vegas. Learn more about becoming a City Cast Las Vegas Neighbor at membership.citycast.fm. Looking to advertise on City Cast Las Vegas? Check out our options for podcast and newsletter ads at citycast.fm/advertise. Because we have new restaurants popping up all the time in Las Vegas, that unfortunately means that we lose a lot of great spots too. So many of our favorite eateries closed in 2025, so City Cast Las Vegas contributor and man about town Brent Holmes joined host Dayvid Figler to discuss substitutes for the places they were sad to see go. Plus, they chat about what last year's closures say about the future of the Las Vegas food scene. 


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]]> 1545 What the CDC's Vaccine Shake-Up Means for Las Vegas Earlier this month, the CDC dropped several vaccines from its list of recommended childhood vaccinations. What does that mean for us here in Southern Nevada, and should we be concerned? Host Sonja Cho Swanson talks with medical epidemiologist Dr. Rosanne Sugay from the Southern Nevada Health District about how Nevada's vaccination rates stack up against neighboring states, and the challenges that providers face when talking about vaccines here in our purple state. Want to get in touch? Follow us @CityCastVegas on Instagram, or email us at lasvegas@citycast.fm. You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719. For more Las Vegas news, make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter, Hey Las Vegas. Learn more about becoming a City Cast Las Vegas Neighbor at membership.citycast.fm. Looking to advertise on City Cast Las Vegas? Check out our options for podcast and newsletter ads at citycast.fm/advertise. Wed, 21 Jan 2026 11:00:00 -0000 full City Cast Earlier this month, the CDC dropped several vaccines from its list of recommended childhood vaccinations. What does that mean for us here in Southern Nevada, and should we be concerned? Host Sonja Cho Swanson talks with medical epidemiologist Dr. Rosanne Sugay from the Southern Nevada Health District about how Nevada's vaccination rates stack up against neighboring states, and the challenges that providers face when talking about vaccines here in our purple state. Want to get in touch? Follow us @CityCastVegas on Instagram, or email us at lasvegas@citycast.fm. You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719. For more Las Vegas news, make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter, Hey Las Vegas. Learn more about becoming a City Cast Las Vegas Neighbor at membership.citycast.fm. Looking to advertise on City Cast Las Vegas? Check out our options for podcast and newsletter ads at citycast.fm/advertise. Earlier this month, the CDC dropped several vaccines from its list of recommended childhood vaccinations. What does that mean for us here in Southern Nevada, and should we be concerned? Host Sonja Cho Swanson talks with medical epidemiologist Dr. Rosanne Sugay from the Southern Nevada Health District about how Nevada's vaccination rates stack up against neighboring states, and the challenges that providers face when talking about vaccines here in our purple state.

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]]> 1345 Should Las Vegas Reopen Huntridge Park? Huntridge Park has been fenced off since 2020, stranded in the middle of Maryland Parkway and stuck in decades of controversy. Host Sonja Cho Swanson talks with Friends of Huntridge Park co-founders Freddy Godinez and Randy Mendre about the park’s turbulent history, from its postwar heyday to repeated closures tied to safety, access, and homelessness. They lay out why some neighbors would rather keep it closed — and why that might be a mistake. Plus, a bold vision for how this forgotten green space could become a cultural hub for downtown Las Vegas again, with help from UNLV landscape architecture students. Want to get in touch? Follow us @CityCastVegas on Instagram, or email us at lasvegas@citycast.fm. You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719. For more Las Vegas news, make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter, Hey Las Vegas. Learn more about becoming a City Cast Las Vegas Neighbor at membership.citycast.fm. Looking to advertise on City Cast Las Vegas? Check out our options for podcast and newsletter ads at citycast.fm/advertise. Tue, 20 Jan 2026 11:00:00 -0000 full City Cast Huntridge Park has been fenced off since 2020, stranded in the middle of Maryland Parkway and stuck in decades of controversy. Host Sonja Cho Swanson talks with Friends of Huntridge Park co-founders Freddy Godinez and Randy Mendre about the park’s turbulent history, from its postwar heyday to repeated closures tied to safety, access, and homelessness. They lay out why some neighbors would rather keep it closed — and why that might be a mistake. Plus, a bold vision for how this forgotten green space could become a cultural hub for downtown Las Vegas again, with help from UNLV landscape architecture students. Want to get in touch? Follow us @CityCastVegas on Instagram, or email us at lasvegas@citycast.fm. You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719. For more Las Vegas news, make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter, Hey Las Vegas. Learn more about becoming a City Cast Las Vegas Neighbor at membership.citycast.fm. Looking to advertise on City Cast Las Vegas? Check out our options for podcast and newsletter ads at citycast.fm/advertise. Huntridge Park has been fenced off since 2020, stranded in the middle of Maryland Parkway and stuck in decades of controversy. Host Sonja Cho Swanson talks with Friends of Huntridge Park co-founders Freddy Godinez and Randy Mendre about the park’s turbulent history, from its postwar heyday to repeated closures tied to safety, access, and homelessness. They lay out why some neighbors would rather keep it closed — and why that might be a mistake. Plus, a bold vision for how this forgotten green space could become a cultural hub for downtown Las Vegas again, with help from UNLV landscape architecture students.


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]]> 1642 Did a Ban on Grass Kill Thousands of Trees? Plus, Another Master-Planned Community and Competitive Wing Eating Back with another Friday News Roundup, host Sonja Cho Swanson is joined by Battle Born Progress press secretary Jacob Solis and Nevada Independent opinions editor Andrew Kiraly to unpack the week's biggest and buzziest headlines. This week, they discuss the lawsuit against the Southern Nevada Water Authority over its ornamental grass ban and the new master-planned community coming to the northwest. Plus, Philly's wing-eating competition, The Wing Bowl, is coming to the Plaza Hotel this year.  Learn more about the sponsors of this January 16th episode: Nevada Health Link The Neon Museum Want to get in touch? Follow us @CityCastVegas on Instagram, or email us at lasvegas@citycast.fm. You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719. For more Las Vegas news, make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter, Hey Las Vegas. Learn more about becoming a City Cast Las Vegas Neighbor at membership.citycast.fm. Looking to advertise on City Cast Las Vegas? Check out our options for podcast and newsletter ads at citycast.fm/advertise. Fri, 16 Jan 2026 11:00:00 -0000 full City Cast Back with another Friday News Roundup, host Sonja Cho Swanson is joined by Battle Born Progress press secretary Jacob Solis and Nevada Independent opinions editor Andrew Kiraly to unpack the week's biggest and buzziest headlines. This week, they discuss the lawsuit against the Southern Nevada Water Authority over its ornamental grass ban and the new master-planned community coming to the northwest. Plus, Philly's wing-eating competition, The Wing Bowl, is coming to the Plaza Hotel this year.  Learn more about the sponsors of this January 16th episode: Nevada Health Link The Neon Museum Want to get in touch? Follow us @CityCastVegas on Instagram, or email us at lasvegas@citycast.fm. You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719. For more Las Vegas news, make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter, Hey Las Vegas. Learn more about becoming a City Cast Las Vegas Neighbor at membership.citycast.fm. Looking to advertise on City Cast Las Vegas? Check out our options for podcast and newsletter ads at citycast.fm/advertise. Back with another Friday News Roundup, host Sonja Cho Swanson is joined by Battle Born Progress press secretary Jacob Solis and Nevada Independent opinions editor Andrew Kiraly to unpack the week's biggest and buzziest headlines. This week, they discuss the lawsuit against the Southern Nevada Water Authority over its ornamental grass ban and the new master-planned community coming to the northwest. Plus, Philly's wing-eating competition, The Wing Bowl, is coming to the Plaza Hotel this year. 

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]]> 1893 Are Las Vegans Falling Out of Love With Pizza? A recent Wall Street Journal article spelled doom and gloom for the pizza industry, citing the closure of multiple chains and the rising cost to buy a slice. Are Las Vegans following suit? Longtime pizza industry veteran John Arena of Metro Pizza and Robby Cunningham, owner of the newly-opened Guerilla Pizza, tell us what Vegas customers want, why margins are especially precarious in pizza, and why Robby, despite what these forecasts say, is optimistic about jumping into the Vegas pizza business. Learn more about the sponsors of this January 15th episode: Nevada Health Link The Neon Museum Want to get in touch? Follow us @CityCastVegas on Instagram, or email us at lasvegas@citycast.fm. You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719. For more Las Vegas news, make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter, Hey Las Vegas. Learn more about becoming a City Cast Las Vegas Neighbor at membership.citycast.fm. Looking to advertise on City Cast Las Vegas? Check out our options for podcast and newsletter ads at citycast.fm/advertise. Thu, 15 Jan 2026 11:00:00 -0000 full City Cast A recent Wall Street Journal article spelled doom and gloom for the pizza industry, citing the closure of multiple chains and the rising cost to buy a slice. Are Las Vegans following suit? Longtime pizza industry veteran John Arena of Metro Pizza and Robby Cunningham, owner of the newly-opened Guerilla Pizza, tell us what Vegas customers want, why margins are especially precarious in pizza, and why Robby, despite what these forecasts say, is optimistic about jumping into the Vegas pizza business. Learn more about the sponsors of this January 15th episode: Nevada Health Link The Neon Museum Want to get in touch? Follow us @CityCastVegas on Instagram, or email us at lasvegas@citycast.fm. You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719. For more Las Vegas news, make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter, Hey Las Vegas. Learn more about becoming a City Cast Las Vegas Neighbor at membership.citycast.fm. Looking to advertise on City Cast Las Vegas? Check out our options for podcast and newsletter ads at citycast.fm/advertise. A recent Wall Street Journal article spelled doom and gloom for the pizza industry, citing the closure of multiple chains and the rising cost to buy a slice. Are Las Vegans following suit? Longtime pizza industry veteran John Arena of Metro Pizza and Robby Cunningham, owner of the newly-opened Guerilla Pizza, tell us what Vegas customers want, why margins are especially precarious in pizza, and why Robby, despite what these forecasts say, is optimistic about jumping into the Vegas pizza business.

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]]> 1183 Forget 2026. Why 2028 Promises to Be a Big Year for Las Vegas After all the ups and downs of the last year, Las Vegas needs something to look forward to. And that's the year 2028, newsletter editor Rob Kachelriess tells host Sonja Cho Swanson. Our city has some enormous ambitions shaping up that year, from the political to the architectural, and it could transform Las Vegas as we know it. Learn more about the sponsors of this January 14th episode: Nevada Health Link The Neon Museum Want to get in touch? Follow us @CityCastVegas on Instagram, or email us at lasvegas@citycast.fm. You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719. For more Las Vegas news, make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter, Hey Las Vegas. Learn more about becoming a City Cast Las Vegas Neighbor at membership.citycast.fm. Looking to advertise on City Cast Las Vegas? Check out our options for podcast and newsletter ads at citycast.fm/advertise. Wed, 14 Jan 2026 11:00:00 -0000 full City Cast After all the ups and downs of the last year, Las Vegas needs something to look forward to. And that's the year 2028, newsletter editor Rob Kachelriess tells host Sonja Cho Swanson. Our city has some enormous ambitions shaping up that year, from the political to the architectural, and it could transform Las Vegas as we know it. Learn more about the sponsors of this January 14th episode: Nevada Health Link The Neon Museum Want to get in touch? Follow us @CityCastVegas on Instagram, or email us at lasvegas@citycast.fm. You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719. For more Las Vegas news, make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter, Hey Las Vegas. Learn more about becoming a City Cast Las Vegas Neighbor at membership.citycast.fm. Looking to advertise on City Cast Las Vegas? Check out our options for podcast and newsletter ads at citycast.fm/advertise. After all the ups and downs of the last year, Las Vegas needs something to look forward to. And that's the year 2028, newsletter editor Rob Kachelriess tells host Sonja Cho Swanson. Our city has some enormous ambitions shaping up that year, from the political to the architectural, and it could transform Las Vegas as we know it.


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]]> 1499 How Worried Should Las Vegans Be About Artificial Intelligence? At this year's Consumer Electronics Show, AI was the acronym on everyone's lips. From AI agents to smart toilets, it seems like there's no corner untapped by artificial intelligence. Host Sonja Cho Swanson is joined by tech commentator and podcaster Ed Zitron and newsletter editor Rob Kachelriess to discuss what they saw at CES this year. Plus, they debate whether AI will change Las Vegas tourism as we know it.  Want to get in touch? Follow us @CityCastVegas on Instagram, or email us at lasvegas@citycast.fm. You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719. For more Las Vegas news, make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter, Hey Las Vegas. Learn more about becoming a City Cast Las Vegas Neighbor at membership.citycast.fm. Looking to advertise on City Cast Las Vegas? Check out our options for podcast and newsletter ads at citycast.fm/advertise. Tue, 13 Jan 2026 15:19:00 -0000 full City Cast At this year's Consumer Electronics Show, AI was the acronym on everyone's lips. From AI agents to smart toilets, it seems like there's no corner untapped by artificial intelligence. Host Sonja Cho Swanson is joined by tech commentator and podcaster Ed Zitron and newsletter editor Rob Kachelriess to discuss what they saw at CES this year. Plus, they debate whether AI will change Las Vegas tourism as we know it.  Want to get in touch? Follow us @CityCastVegas on Instagram, or email us at lasvegas@citycast.fm. You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719. For more Las Vegas news, make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter, Hey Las Vegas. Learn more about becoming a City Cast Las Vegas Neighbor at membership.citycast.fm. Looking to advertise on City Cast Las Vegas? Check out our options for podcast and newsletter ads at citycast.fm/advertise. At this year's Consumer Electronics Show, AI was the acronym on everyone's lips. From AI agents to smart toilets, it seems like there's no corner untapped by artificial intelligence. Host Sonja Cho Swanson is joined by tech commentator and podcaster Ed Zitron and newsletter editor Rob Kachelriess to discuss what they saw at CES this year. Plus, they debate whether AI will change Las Vegas tourism as we know it. 

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]]> 1738 What Made Harry Reid So Powerful (And So Divisive)? Will there ever be another Nevadan as powerful as Harry Reid? In his new biography of the late senator, Nevada Independent CEO Jon Ralston dissects Reid's legacy in Las Vegas, his ruthlessness, and why rural Nevadans hated him so much. Plus, host Dayvid Figler asks about some of the stories that ended up on the cutting room floor. "The Game Changer: How Harry Reid Remade the Rules and Showed Democrats How to Fight" comes out on January 20. Learn more about the sponsors of this January 12th episode: Nevada Health Link The Neon Museum Want to get in touch? Follow us @CityCastVegas on Instagram, or email us at lasvegas@citycast.fm. You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719. For more Las Vegas news, make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter, Hey Las Vegas. Learn more about becoming a City Cast Las Vegas Neighbor at membership.citycast.fm. Looking to advertise on City Cast Las Vegas? Check out our options for podcast and newsletter ads at citycast.fm/advertise. Mon, 12 Jan 2026 11:00:00 -0000 full City Cast Will there ever be another Nevadan as powerful as Harry Reid? In his new biography of the late senator, Nevada Independent CEO Jon Ralston dissects Reid's legacy in Las Vegas, his ruthlessness, and why rural Nevadans hated him so much. Plus, host Dayvid Figler asks about some of the stories that ended up on the cutting room floor. "The Game Changer: How Harry Reid Remade the Rules and Showed Democrats How to Fight" comes out on January 20. Learn more about the sponsors of this January 12th episode: Nevada Health Link The Neon Museum Want to get in touch? Follow us @CityCastVegas on Instagram, or email us at lasvegas@citycast.fm. You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719. For more Las Vegas news, make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter, Hey Las Vegas. Learn more about becoming a City Cast Las Vegas Neighbor at membership.citycast.fm. Looking to advertise on City Cast Las Vegas? Check out our options for podcast and newsletter ads at citycast.fm/advertise. Will there ever be another Nevadan as powerful as Harry Reid? In his new biography of the late senator, Nevada Independent CEO Jon Ralston dissects Reid's legacy in Las Vegas, his ruthlessness, and why rural Nevadans hated him so much. Plus, host Dayvid Figler asks about some of the stories that ended up on the cutting room floor. "The Game Changer: How Harry Reid Remade the Rules and Showed Democrats How to Fight" comes out on January 20.


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]]> 1703 Time to Demolish New Orleans Square? Plus, Tesla Shuttles to the Airport and a New Vegas Museum The first Friday News Roundup of the year takes stock of what’s already shaping 2026 in Las Vegas, from the uncertain future of New Orleans Square in the Historic Commercial Center to what preservation could cost the city. Host Sonja Cho Swanson is joined by Nevada Current reporter Michael MJ Lyle and executive producer Layla Muhammad to unpack a new Vegas Loop airport drop-off service and what it means for local transportation. The conversation also spins toward a brand-new museum dedicated to DJs opening in town. Learn more about the sponsors of this January 9th episode: ⁠Nevada Health Link⁠ Want to get in touch? Follow us @CityCastVegas on ⁠Instagram⁠, or email us at ⁠lasvegas@citycast.fm⁠. You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719. For more Las Vegas news, make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter,⁠ Hey Las Vegas.⁠ Learn more about becoming a City Cast Las Vegas Neighbor at ⁠membership.citycast.fm⁠. Looking to advertise on City Cast Las Vegas? Check out our options for podcast and newsletter ads at⁠ citycast.fm/advertise⁠. Fri, 09 Jan 2026 11:00:00 -0000 full City Cast The first Friday News Roundup of the year takes stock of what’s already shaping 2026 in Las Vegas, from the uncertain future of New Orleans Square in the Historic Commercial Center to what preservation could cost the city. Host Sonja Cho Swanson is joined by Nevada Current reporter Michael MJ Lyle and executive producer Layla Muhammad to unpack a new Vegas Loop airport drop-off service and what it means for local transportation. The conversation also spins toward a brand-new museum dedicated to DJs opening in town. Learn more about the sponsors of this January 9th episode: ⁠Nevada Health Link⁠ Want to get in touch? Follow us @CityCastVegas on ⁠Instagram⁠, or email us at ⁠lasvegas@citycast.fm⁠. You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719. For more Las Vegas news, make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter,⁠ Hey Las Vegas.⁠ Learn more about becoming a City Cast Las Vegas Neighbor at ⁠membership.citycast.fm⁠. Looking to advertise on City Cast Las Vegas? Check out our options for podcast and newsletter ads at⁠ citycast.fm/advertise⁠. The first Friday News Roundup of the year takes stock of what’s already shaping 2026 in Las Vegas, from the uncertain future of New Orleans Square in the Historic Commercial Center to what preservation could cost the city. Host Sonja Cho Swanson is joined by Nevada Current reporter Michael MJ Lyle and executive producer Layla Muhammad to unpack a new Vegas Loop airport drop-off service and what it means for local transportation. The conversation also spins toward a brand-new museum dedicated to DJs opening in town.


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⁠Nevada Health Link⁠


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]]> 2114 New Las Vegas Restaurants to Try in 2026 Is your New Year's Resolution to branch out and try more restaurants and bars in Las Vegas this year? Well, you're in luck! Food writer Jason Harris and @nothingtodolveats founder Giselle D'souza join host Sarah Lohman to discuss their most anticipated new restaurants coming to Las Vegas in 2026. Plus, their picks for which existing restaurants deserve more hype this year.  Learn more about the sponsors of this January 8th episode: Nevada Health Link Want to get in touch? Follow us @CityCastVegas on Instagram, or email us at lasvegas@citycast.fm. You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719. For more Las Vegas news, make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter, Hey Las Vegas. Learn more about becoming a City Cast Las Vegas Neighbor at membership.citycast.fm. Looking to advertise on City Cast Las Vegas? Check out our options for podcast and newsletter ads at citycast.fm/advertise. Thu, 08 Jan 2026 11:00:00 -0000 full City Cast Is your New Year's Resolution to branch out and try more restaurants and bars in Las Vegas this year? Well, you're in luck! Food writer Jason Harris and @nothingtodolveats founder Giselle D'souza join host Sarah Lohman to discuss their most anticipated new restaurants coming to Las Vegas in 2026. Plus, their picks for which existing restaurants deserve more hype this year.  Learn more about the sponsors of this January 8th episode: Nevada Health Link Want to get in touch? Follow us @CityCastVegas on Instagram, or email us at lasvegas@citycast.fm. You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719. For more Las Vegas news, make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter, Hey Las Vegas. Learn more about becoming a City Cast Las Vegas Neighbor at membership.citycast.fm. Looking to advertise on City Cast Las Vegas? Check out our options for podcast and newsletter ads at citycast.fm/advertise. Is your New Year's Resolution to branch out and try more restaurants and bars in Las Vegas this year? Well, you're in luck! Food writer Jason Harris and @nothingtodolveats founder Giselle D'souza join host Sarah Lohman to discuss their most anticipated new restaurants coming to Las Vegas in 2026. Plus, their picks for which existing restaurants deserve more hype this year. 


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]]> 1411 Which Las Vegas Restaurants Could Earn a Michelin Star This Year? The Michelin Guide is returning to Las Vegas in 2026, and not everyone is popping Champagne. Food writers John Curtas and Lorraine Blanco Moss join host Sonja Cho Swanson to debate whether the once-gold standard still means something — or if it’s just expensive hype — and what it could actually change about the city’s dining scene. Plus, their picks for the Vegas restaurants most likely to earn stars if Michelin gets it right. Learn more about the sponsors of this January 7th episode: Nevada Health Link Want to get in touch? Follow us @CityCastVegas on Instagram, or email us at lasvegas@citycast.fm. You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719. For more Las Vegas news, make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter, Hey Las Vegas. Learn more about becoming a City Cast Las Vegas Neighbor at membership.citycast.fm. Looking to advertise on City Cast Las Vegas? Check out our options for podcast and newsletter ads at citycast.fm/advertise. Wed, 07 Jan 2026 11:00:00 -0000 full City Cast The Michelin Guide is returning to Las Vegas in 2026, and not everyone is popping Champagne. Food writers John Curtas and Lorraine Blanco Moss join host Sonja Cho Swanson to debate whether the once-gold standard still means something — or if it’s just expensive hype — and what it could actually change about the city’s dining scene. Plus, their picks for the Vegas restaurants most likely to earn stars if Michelin gets it right. Learn more about the sponsors of this January 7th episode: Nevada Health Link Want to get in touch? Follow us @CityCastVegas on Instagram, or email us at lasvegas@citycast.fm. You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719. For more Las Vegas news, make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter, Hey Las Vegas. Learn more about becoming a City Cast Las Vegas Neighbor at membership.citycast.fm. Looking to advertise on City Cast Las Vegas? Check out our options for podcast and newsletter ads at citycast.fm/advertise. The Michelin Guide is returning to Las Vegas in 2026, and not everyone is popping Champagne. Food writers John Curtas and Lorraine Blanco Moss join host Sonja Cho Swanson to debate whether the once-gold standard still means something — or if it’s just expensive hype — and what it could actually change about the city’s dining scene. Plus, their picks for the Vegas restaurants most likely to earn stars if Michelin gets it right.

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]]> 1527 How Las Vegas Made Bingo Cool Again Bingo is making a surprising comeback on the Las Vegas Strip, and it’s not just for retirees anymore. We talk with Plaza Hotel CEO Jonathan Jossel about how bingo never really left town and why it’s suddenly clicking with new generations. From packed super bingo tournaments downtown to Circus Circus’ big bet on the game, Jossel explains how payouts, hospitality, and community keep players coming back. Plus, why bingo may be the perfect antidote to loud clubs, endless scrolling, and overpriced nights out. Learn more about the sponsors of this January 6th episode: Nevada Health Link Want to get in touch? Follow us @CityCastVegas on Instagram, or email us at lasvegas@citycast.fm. You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719. For more Las Vegas news, make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter, Hey Las Vegas. Learn more about becoming a City Cast Las Vegas Neighbor at membership.citycast.fm. Looking to advertise on City Cast Las Vegas? Check out our options for podcast and newsletter ads at citycast.fm/advertise. Tue, 06 Jan 2026 11:00:00 -0000 full City Cast Bingo is making a surprising comeback on the Las Vegas Strip, and it’s not just for retirees anymore. We talk with Plaza Hotel CEO Jonathan Jossel about how bingo never really left town and why it’s suddenly clicking with new generations. From packed super bingo tournaments downtown to Circus Circus’ big bet on the game, Jossel explains how payouts, hospitality, and community keep players coming back. Plus, why bingo may be the perfect antidote to loud clubs, endless scrolling, and overpriced nights out. Learn more about the sponsors of this January 6th episode: Nevada Health Link Want to get in touch? Follow us @CityCastVegas on Instagram, or email us at lasvegas@citycast.fm. You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719. For more Las Vegas news, make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter, Hey Las Vegas. Learn more about becoming a City Cast Las Vegas Neighbor at membership.citycast.fm. Looking to advertise on City Cast Las Vegas? Check out our options for podcast and newsletter ads at citycast.fm/advertise. Bingo is making a surprising comeback on the Las Vegas Strip, and it’s not just for retirees anymore. We talk with Plaza Hotel CEO Jonathan Jossel about how bingo never really left town and why it’s suddenly clicking with new generations. From packed super bingo tournaments downtown to Circus Circus’ big bet on the game, Jossel explains how payouts, hospitality, and community keep players coming back. Plus, why bingo may be the perfect antidote to loud clubs, endless scrolling, and overpriced nights out.

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]]> 1260 What U.S. Cities Will Be Talking About in 2026 (Including Las Vegas) https://lasvegas.citycast.fm/ Nobody understands a city’s pulse quite like a City Cast host — and that makes them the best predictors for 2026’s biggest local stories. City Cast Las Vegas host Dayvid Figler joins CEO David Plotz and the other 12 hosts from across the network to talk about the big changes coming to our cities, from political shifts to data centers. We’re on social media! Follow us @CityCastVegas on⁠ Instagram⁠. You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719. Want some more Las Vegas news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter⁠ here⁠. Learn more about the sponsors of this January 5th episode:Nevada Health Link Mon, 05 Jan 2026 11:00:00 -0000 full City Cast Nobody understands a city’s pulse quite like a City Cast host — and that makes them the best predictors for 2026’s biggest local stories. City Cast Las Vegas host Dayvid Figler joins CEO David Plotz and the other 12 hosts from across the network to talk about the big changes coming to our cities, from political shifts to data centers. We’re on social media! Follow us @CityCastVegas on⁠ Instagram⁠. You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719. Want some more Las Vegas news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter⁠ here⁠. Learn more about the sponsors of this January 5th episode:Nevada Health Link Nobody understands a city’s pulse quite like a City Cast host — and that makes them the best predictors for 2026’s biggest local stories. City Cast Las Vegas host Dayvid Figler joins CEO David Plotz and the other 12 hosts from across the network to talk about the big changes coming to our cities, from political shifts to data centers.

We’re on social media! Follow us @CityCastVegas on⁠ Instagram⁠. You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719.

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]]> 3448 Your Guide to January 2026 in Las Vegas After the fireworks of NYE fizzle out, Vegas goes a little quiet in January. Whether you're hibernating at home or looking for excuses to get out and about, we've got you covered: Dayvid Figler and Sarah Lohman are joined by Melinda Sheckells, editor of the Town Magazine, to talk Indian cuisine, local theater, and the best Elvis reenactment in town. 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 Las Vegas community.  Learn more about the sponsors of this January 2nd episode: Simply Eloped Nevada Health Link Want to get in touch? Follow us @CityCastVegas on Instagram, or email us at lasvegas@citycast.fm. You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719. For more Las Vegas news, make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter, Hey Las Vegas. Learn more about becoming a City Cast Las Vegas Neighbor at membership.citycast.fm. Looking to advertise on City Cast Las Vegas? Check out our options for podcast and newsletter ads at citycast.fm/advertise. Fri, 02 Jan 2026 11:00:00 -0000 full City Cast After the fireworks of NYE fizzle out, Vegas goes a little quiet in January. Whether you're hibernating at home or looking for excuses to get out and about, we've got you covered: Dayvid Figler and Sarah Lohman are joined by Melinda Sheckells, editor of the Town Magazine, to talk Indian cuisine, local theater, and the best Elvis reenactment in town. 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 Las Vegas community.  Learn more about the sponsors of this January 2nd episode: Simply Eloped Nevada Health Link Want to get in touch? Follow us @CityCastVegas on Instagram, or email us at lasvegas@citycast.fm. You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719. For more Las Vegas news, make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter, Hey Las Vegas. Learn more about becoming a City Cast Las Vegas Neighbor at membership.citycast.fm. Looking to advertise on City Cast Las Vegas? Check out our options for podcast and newsletter ads at citycast.fm/advertise. After the fireworks of NYE fizzle out, Vegas goes a little quiet in January. Whether you're hibernating at home or looking for excuses to get out and about, we've got you covered: Dayvid Figler and Sarah Lohman are joined by Melinda Sheckells, editor of the Town Magazine, to talk Indian cuisine, local theater, and the best Elvis reenactment in town.

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 Las Vegas community. 

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Simply Eloped

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]]> 2046 Were Things Actually Better When the Mob Ran Vegas? Can you imagine if the mob still ran Las Vegas today? Co-host Sarah Lohman talks with Geoff Schumacher, VP of Exhibits and Programs at The Mob Museum, about what life used to be like in our city — and why nostalgia for this era is so prevalent today. Also, heads up: We've got an extended cut in the members-only feed that goes into the origins of the Vegas mob and all the businesses they ran in town. Get your members-only feed by becoming a City Cast Las Vegas Neighbor. Learn more about the sponsors of this December 30th episode: Simply Eloped Want to get in touch? Follow us @CityCastVegas on Instagram, or email us at lasvegas@citycast.fm. You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719. For more Las Vegas news, make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter, Hey Las Vegas. Learn more about becoming a City Cast Las Vegas Neighbor at membership.citycast.fm. Looking to advertise on City Cast Las Vegas? Check out our options for podcast and newsletter ads at citycast.fm/advertise. Tue, 30 Dec 2025 11:00:00 -0000 full City Cast Can you imagine if the mob still ran Las Vegas today? Co-host Sarah Lohman talks with Geoff Schumacher, VP of Exhibits and Programs at The Mob Museum, about what life used to be like in our city — and why nostalgia for this era is so prevalent today. Also, heads up: We've got an extended cut in the members-only feed that goes into the origins of the Vegas mob and all the businesses they ran in town. Get your members-only feed by becoming a City Cast Las Vegas Neighbor. Learn more about the sponsors of this December 30th episode: Simply Eloped Want to get in touch? Follow us @CityCastVegas on Instagram, or email us at lasvegas@citycast.fm. You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719. For more Las Vegas news, make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter, Hey Las Vegas. Learn more about becoming a City Cast Las Vegas Neighbor at membership.citycast.fm. Looking to advertise on City Cast Las Vegas? Check out our options for podcast and newsletter ads at citycast.fm/advertise. Can you imagine if the mob still ran Las Vegas today? Co-host Sarah Lohman talks with Geoff Schumacher, VP of Exhibits and Programs at The Mob Museum, about what life used to be like in our city — and why nostalgia for this era is so prevalent today. Also, heads up: We've got an extended cut in the members-only feed that goes into the origins of the Vegas mob and all the businesses they ran in town. Get your members-only feed by becoming a City Cast Las Vegas Neighbor.


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]]> 1404 no Secrets and Surprises in Las Vegas' Atomic History Most of us know a bit about Las Vegas’ atomic history. We started as the original nuclear testing capital of the country in the 1950s, and an “atomic tourism” micro-industry cropped up. From secret societies holding viewing parties with celebrities like Zsa Zsa Gabor and a Miss Atomic Bomb pageant even crowning a winner wearing nothing but a tiny mushroom cloud — nuclear power and imagery was all the rage. When did that begin to change though? Co-host Dayvid Figler chats with Matt Malinowski, Director of Education at the Atomic Museum, to find out. Learn more about the sponsors of this December 29th episode: Simply Eloped Want to get in touch? Follow us @CityCastVegas on Instagram, or email us at lasvegas@citycast.fm. You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719. For more Las Vegas news, make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter, Hey Las Vegas. Learn more about becoming a City Cast Las Vegas Neighbor at membership.citycast.fm. Looking to advertise on City Cast Las Vegas? Check out our options for podcast and newsletter ads at citycast.fm/advertise. Mon, 29 Dec 2025 11:00:00 -0000 full City Cast Most of us know a bit about Las Vegas’ atomic history. We started as the original nuclear testing capital of the country in the 1950s, and an “atomic tourism” micro-industry cropped up. From secret societies holding viewing parties with celebrities like Zsa Zsa Gabor and a Miss Atomic Bomb pageant even crowning a winner wearing nothing but a tiny mushroom cloud — nuclear power and imagery was all the rage. When did that begin to change though? Co-host Dayvid Figler chats with Matt Malinowski, Director of Education at the Atomic Museum, to find out. Learn more about the sponsors of this December 29th episode: Simply Eloped Want to get in touch? Follow us @CityCastVegas on Instagram, or email us at lasvegas@citycast.fm. You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719. For more Las Vegas news, make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter, Hey Las Vegas. Learn more about becoming a City Cast Las Vegas Neighbor at membership.citycast.fm. Looking to advertise on City Cast Las Vegas? Check out our options for podcast and newsletter ads at citycast.fm/advertise. Most of us know a bit about Las Vegas’ atomic history. We started as the original nuclear testing capital of the country in the 1950s, and an “atomic tourism” micro-industry cropped up. From secret societies holding viewing parties with celebrities like Zsa Zsa Gabor and a Miss Atomic Bomb pageant even crowning a winner wearing nothing but a tiny mushroom cloud — nuclear power and imagery was all the rage. When did that begin to change though? Co-host Dayvid Figler chats with Matt Malinowski, Director of Education at the Atomic Museum, to find out.


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]]> 1279 no Our Wildest Dreams and Predictions for Las Vegas in 2026 As the City Cast team wraps up a wild year of covering the highs and lows in our city, we're all (yes, all five of us!) sitting down with our scissors and gluesticks to put together a vision board for Las Vegas in 2026. Our hopes and dreams for this city are both improbable and within reach, heartfelt and completely off the rails — in other words, entirely fitting for Las Vegas. Learn more about the sponsors of this December 23rd episode: Nevada Health Link Simply Eloped Want to get in touch? Follow us @CityCastVegas on Instagram, or email us at lasvegas@citycast.fm. You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719. For more Las Vegas news, make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter, Hey Las Vegas. Learn more about becoming a City Cast Las Vegas Neighbor at membership.citycast.fm. Looking to advertise on City Cast Las Vegas? Check out our options for podcast and newsletter ads at citycast.fm/advertise. Tue, 23 Dec 2025 11:00:00 -0000 full City Cast As the City Cast team wraps up a wild year of covering the highs and lows in our city, we're all (yes, all five of us!) sitting down with our scissors and gluesticks to put together a vision board for Las Vegas in 2026. Our hopes and dreams for this city are both improbable and within reach, heartfelt and completely off the rails — in other words, entirely fitting for Las Vegas. Learn more about the sponsors of this December 23rd episode: Nevada Health Link Simply Eloped Want to get in touch? Follow us @CityCastVegas on Instagram, or email us at lasvegas@citycast.fm. You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719. For more Las Vegas news, make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter, Hey Las Vegas. Learn more about becoming a City Cast Las Vegas Neighbor at membership.citycast.fm. Looking to advertise on City Cast Las Vegas? Check out our options for podcast and newsletter ads at citycast.fm/advertise. As the City Cast team wraps up a wild year of covering the highs and lows in our city, we're all (yes, all five of us!) sitting down with our scissors and gluesticks to put together a vision board for Las Vegas in 2026. Our hopes and dreams for this city are both improbable and within reach, heartfelt and completely off the rails — in other words, entirely fitting for Las Vegas.

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Nevada Health Link

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]]> 1515 Big Changes Are Coming to Chinatown Next Year On Wednesday, the Clark County Commission approved a plan for Chinatown that's been years in the making: A 10-year glow-up that will include wider sidewalks, safety infrastructure, more greenery and shade, and (yes!) better parking. Co-host Sarah Lohman talks with Commissioner Justin Jones, one of the architects of this plan, and professor Mark Padoongpatt, Director of Asian and Asian-American studies at UNLV, about what's in store for Spring Mountain Road, why our Chinatown is unique, and how they're hoping to avoid gentrification. Learn more about the sponsors of this December 22nd episode: Simply Eloped Want to get in touch? Follow us @CityCastVegas on Instagram, or email us at lasvegas@citycast.fm. You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719. For more Las Vegas news, make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter, Hey Las Vegas. Learn more about becoming a City Cast Las Vegas Neighbor at membership.citycast.fm. Looking to advertise on City Cast Las Vegas? Check out our options for podcast and newsletter ads at citycast.fm/advertise. Mon, 22 Dec 2025 11:00:00 -0000 full City Cast On Wednesday, the Clark County Commission approved a plan for Chinatown that's been years in the making: A 10-year glow-up that will include wider sidewalks, safety infrastructure, more greenery and shade, and (yes!) better parking. Co-host Sarah Lohman talks with Commissioner Justin Jones, one of the architects of this plan, and professor Mark Padoongpatt, Director of Asian and Asian-American studies at UNLV, about what's in store for Spring Mountain Road, why our Chinatown is unique, and how they're hoping to avoid gentrification. Learn more about the sponsors of this December 22nd episode: Simply Eloped Want to get in touch? Follow us @CityCastVegas on Instagram, or email us at lasvegas@citycast.fm. You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719. For more Las Vegas news, make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter, Hey Las Vegas. Learn more about becoming a City Cast Las Vegas Neighbor at membership.citycast.fm. Looking to advertise on City Cast Las Vegas? Check out our options for podcast and newsletter ads at citycast.fm/advertise. On Wednesday, the Clark County Commission approved a plan for Chinatown that's been years in the making: A 10-year glow-up that will include wider sidewalks, safety infrastructure, more greenery and shade, and (yes!) better parking. Co-host Sarah Lohman talks with Commissioner Justin Jones, one of the architects of this plan, and professor Mark Padoongpatt, Director of Asian and Asian-American studies at UNLV, about what's in store for Spring Mountain Road, why our Chinatown is unique, and how they're hoping to avoid gentrification.

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]]> 1535 Is Visiting Station Casinos a Political Statement? Plus, Why a Gambler Sued MGM, and the Local Biz Oprah Loves The op-eds are flying fast and furious this week. After the Nevada Independent's CEO published a blistering critique of the politicians who bowed out of an Indy event under pressure from Culinary 226, the union used the Indy's own op-ed page to fire back: Maybe you shouldn't have held your event at a union-busting property like Stations Casinos. Co-hosts Dayvid Figler and Sarah Lohman, along with executive producer Sonja Cho Swanson, discuss. Plus, what happens when a gambler who says he was drugged loses big at a casino? And lastly, Oprah's endorsement is life-changing for this small business in Las Vegas. Learn more about the sponsors of this December 19th episode: Opportunity Village Want to get in touch? Follow us @CityCastVegas on Instagram, or email us at lasvegas@citycast.fm. You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719. For more Las Vegas news, make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter, Hey Las Vegas. Learn more about becoming a City Cast Las Vegas Neighbor at membership.citycast.fm. Looking to advertise on City Cast Las Vegas? Check out our options for podcast and newsletter ads at citycast.fm/advertise. Fri, 19 Dec 2025 11:00:00 -0000 full City Cast The op-eds are flying fast and furious this week. After the Nevada Independent's CEO published a blistering critique of the politicians who bowed out of an Indy event under pressure from Culinary 226, the union used the Indy's own op-ed page to fire back: Maybe you shouldn't have held your event at a union-busting property like Stations Casinos. Co-hosts Dayvid Figler and Sarah Lohman, along with executive producer Sonja Cho Swanson, discuss. Plus, what happens when a gambler who says he was drugged loses big at a casino? And lastly, Oprah's endorsement is life-changing for this small business in Las Vegas. Learn more about the sponsors of this December 19th episode: Opportunity Village Want to get in touch? Follow us @CityCastVegas on Instagram, or email us at lasvegas@citycast.fm. You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719. For more Las Vegas news, make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter, Hey Las Vegas. Learn more about becoming a City Cast Las Vegas Neighbor at membership.citycast.fm. Looking to advertise on City Cast Las Vegas? Check out our options for podcast and newsletter ads at citycast.fm/advertise. The op-eds are flying fast and furious this week. After the Nevada Independent's CEO published a blistering critique of the politicians who bowed out of an Indy event under pressure from Culinary 226, the union used the Indy's own op-ed page to fire back: Maybe you shouldn't have held your event at a union-busting property like Stations Casinos. Co-hosts Dayvid Figler and Sarah Lohman, along with executive producer Sonja Cho Swanson, discuss. Plus, what happens when a gambler who says he was drugged loses big at a casino? And lastly, Oprah's endorsement is life-changing for this small business in Las Vegas.

Learn more about the sponsors of this December 19th episode:

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]]> 2427 Best New Restaurants of 2025 in Las Vegas Las Vegas's dining scene is constantly in flux, so we've gathered a brain trust of food experts to tell us about the best new restaurants to land in Las Vegas this year. Chef and food writer Lorraine Blanco Moss, Neon Feast founder Al Mancini, and City Cast co-host and culinary historian Sarah Lohman talk about kimchi butter oysters, butter chicken pizza, and sea urchin carrot cake — the most delicious bites from the hottest newcomers of 2025. Learn more about the sponsors of this December 18th episode: Opportunity Village Aura Frames - Get $35 off the Carver Mat frame with Promo Code CITYCAST Want to get in touch? Follow us @CityCastVegas on Instagram, or email us at lasvegas@citycast.fm. You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719. For more Las Vegas news, make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter, Hey Las Vegas. Learn more about becoming a City Cast Las Vegas Neighbor at membership.citycast.fm. Looking to advertise on City Cast Las Vegas? Check out our options for podcast and newsletter ads at citycast.fm/advertise. Thu, 18 Dec 2025 11:00:00 -0000 full City Cast Las Vegas's dining scene is constantly in flux, so we've gathered a brain trust of food experts to tell us about the best new restaurants to land in Las Vegas this year. Chef and food writer Lorraine Blanco Moss, Neon Feast founder Al Mancini, and City Cast co-host and culinary historian Sarah Lohman talk about kimchi butter oysters, butter chicken pizza, and sea urchin carrot cake — the most delicious bites from the hottest newcomers of 2025. Learn more about the sponsors of this December 18th episode: Opportunity Village Aura Frames - Get $35 off the Carver Mat frame with Promo Code CITYCAST Want to get in touch? Follow us @CityCastVegas on Instagram, or email us at lasvegas@citycast.fm. You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719. For more Las Vegas news, make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter, Hey Las Vegas. Learn more about becoming a City Cast Las Vegas Neighbor at membership.citycast.fm. Looking to advertise on City Cast Las Vegas? Check out our options for podcast and newsletter ads at citycast.fm/advertise. Las Vegas's dining scene is constantly in flux, so we've gathered a brain trust of food experts to tell us about the best new restaurants to land in Las Vegas this year. Chef and food writer Lorraine Blanco Moss, Neon Feast founder Al Mancini, and City Cast co-host and culinary historian Sarah Lohman talk about kimchi butter oysters, butter chicken pizza, and sea urchin carrot cake — the most delicious bites from the hottest newcomers of 2025.

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]]> 1657 Is Paid Parking Downtown a Sign of What’s to Come? On Monday night, Arts District residents and small business owners gathered at Taverna Costera's rooftop bar to share their concerns about the latest issue plaguing the neighborhood: The city's sudden installation of ⁠paid parking⁠. Co-host Dayvid Figler and newsletter editor Rob Kachelriess are joined by Jeff Hwang, owner of Taverna Costera, to hear about how paid parking is impacting the Arts District, why small business owners will be attending this morning's City Council Meeting, and how they think the city could do better. If you enjoyed this interview with Janessa White, the Director & General Manager of Simply Eloped,⁠ learn more here.⁠  Learn more about the sponsors of this December 17th episode: ⁠Opportunity Village⁠ ⁠Aura Frames⁠ - Get $35 off the Carver Mat frame with Promo Code CITYCAST Want to get in touch? Follow us @CityCastVegas on ⁠Instagram⁠, or email us at ⁠lasvegas@citycast.fm⁠. You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719. For more Las Vegas news, make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter,⁠ Hey Las Vegas.⁠ Learn more about becoming a City Cast Las Vegas Neighbor at ⁠membership.citycast.fm⁠. Looking to advertise on City Cast Las Vegas? Check out our options for podcast and newsletter ads at⁠ citycast.fm/advertise⁠. Wed, 17 Dec 2025 11:00:00 -0000 full City Cast On Monday night, Arts District residents and small business owners gathered at Taverna Costera's rooftop bar to share their concerns about the latest issue plaguing the neighborhood: The city's sudden installation of ⁠paid parking⁠. Co-host Dayvid Figler and newsletter editor Rob Kachelriess are joined by Jeff Hwang, owner of Taverna Costera, to hear about how paid parking is impacting the Arts District, why small business owners will be attending this morning's City Council Meeting, and how they think the city could do better. If you enjoyed this interview with Janessa White, the Director & General Manager of Simply Eloped,⁠ learn more here.⁠  Learn more about the sponsors of this December 17th episode: ⁠Opportunity Village⁠ ⁠Aura Frames⁠ - Get $35 off the Carver Mat frame with Promo Code CITYCAST Want to get in touch? Follow us @CityCastVegas on ⁠Instagram⁠, or email us at ⁠lasvegas@citycast.fm⁠. You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719. For more Las Vegas news, make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter,⁠ Hey Las Vegas.⁠ Learn more about becoming a City Cast Las Vegas Neighbor at ⁠membership.citycast.fm⁠. Looking to advertise on City Cast Las Vegas? Check out our options for podcast and newsletter ads at⁠ citycast.fm/advertise⁠. On Monday night, Arts District residents and small business owners gathered at Taverna Costera's rooftop bar to share their concerns about the latest issue plaguing the neighborhood: The city's sudden installation of ⁠paid parking⁠. Co-host Dayvid Figler and newsletter editor Rob Kachelriess are joined by Jeff Hwang, owner of Taverna Costera, to hear about how paid parking is impacting the Arts District, why small business owners will be attending this morning's City Council Meeting, and how they think the city could do better.

If you enjoyed this interview with Janessa White, the Director & General Manager of Simply Eloped,⁠ learn more here.⁠ 

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]]> 1601 The Biggest News Stories of 2025 in Las Vegas The news came fast and furious this year so we're summing it all up for you: Co-host Sarah Lohman and Dayvid Figler, plus Nevada Current deputy editor April Corbin Girnus, round up the hottest headlines featuring a supervillain funeral home director, Spheres and swap meets, and the tigers and disgraced judges of Pahrump. Learn more about the sponsors of this December 16th episode: Opportunity Village Aura Frames - Get $35 off the Carver Mat frame with Promo Code CITYCAST Want to get in touch? Follow us @CityCastVegas on Instagram, or email us at lasvegas@citycast.fm. You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719. For more Las Vegas news, make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter, Hey Las Vegas. Learn more about becoming a City Cast Las Vegas Neighbor at membership.citycast.fm. Looking to advertise on City Cast Las Vegas? Check out our options for podcast and newsletter ads at citycast.fm/advertise. Tue, 16 Dec 2025 11:00:00 -0000 full City Cast The news came fast and furious this year so we're summing it all up for you: Co-host Sarah Lohman and Dayvid Figler, plus Nevada Current deputy editor April Corbin Girnus, round up the hottest headlines featuring a supervillain funeral home director, Spheres and swap meets, and the tigers and disgraced judges of Pahrump. Learn more about the sponsors of this December 16th episode: Opportunity Village Aura Frames - Get $35 off the Carver Mat frame with Promo Code CITYCAST Want to get in touch? Follow us @CityCastVegas on Instagram, or email us at lasvegas@citycast.fm. You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719. For more Las Vegas news, make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter, Hey Las Vegas. Learn more about becoming a City Cast Las Vegas Neighbor at membership.citycast.fm. Looking to advertise on City Cast Las Vegas? Check out our options for podcast and newsletter ads at citycast.fm/advertise. The news came fast and furious this year so we're summing it all up for you: Co-host Sarah Lohman and Dayvid Figler, plus Nevada Current deputy editor April Corbin Girnus, round up the hottest headlines featuring a supervillain funeral home director, Spheres and swap meets, and the tigers and disgraced judges of Pahrump.

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]]> 1557 The 'City Cast 7' Who Made Las Vegas Better in 2025 The inaugural City Cast 7 Awards recognize the unsung heroes — individuals and local organizations — that made life in Las Vegas better for everyone this year. By shining a spotlight on these seven standout community members, City Cast 7 aims to capture the true spirit of the city: generous, creative, resilient, and powered by people who care deeply about the place they call home. Co-hosts Sarah Lohman and Dayvid Figler are joined by producer Layla Muhammad to introduce our Class of 2025 honorees — and celebrate their superlatives as the most inspiring, impactful, and community-defining voices in Las Vegas. Learn more about the sponsors of this December 15th episode: Opportunity Village Aura Frames - Get $35 off the Carver Mat frame with Promo Code CITYCAST Want to get in touch? Follow us @CityCastVegas on Instagram, or email us at lasvegas@citycast.fm. You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719. For more Las Vegas news, make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter, Hey Las Vegas. Learn more about becoming a City Cast Las Vegas Neighbor at membership.citycast.fm. Looking to advertise on City Cast Las Vegas? Check out our options for podcast and newsletter ads at citycast.fm/advertise. Mon, 15 Dec 2025 16:28:00 -0000 full City Cast The inaugural City Cast 7 Awards recognize the unsung heroes — individuals and local organizations — that made life in Las Vegas better for everyone this year. By shining a spotlight on these seven standout community members, City Cast 7 aims to capture the true spirit of the city: generous, creative, resilient, and powered by people who care deeply about the place they call home. Co-hosts Sarah Lohman and Dayvid Figler are joined by producer Layla Muhammad to introduce our Class of 2025 honorees — and celebrate their superlatives as the most inspiring, impactful, and community-defining voices in Las Vegas. Learn more about the sponsors of this December 15th episode: Opportunity Village Aura Frames - Get $35 off the Carver Mat frame with Promo Code CITYCAST Want to get in touch? Follow us @CityCastVegas on Instagram, or email us at lasvegas@citycast.fm. You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719. For more Las Vegas news, make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter, Hey Las Vegas. Learn more about becoming a City Cast Las Vegas Neighbor at membership.citycast.fm. Looking to advertise on City Cast Las Vegas? Check out our options for podcast and newsletter ads at citycast.fm/advertise. The inaugural City Cast 7 Awards recognize the unsung heroes — individuals and local organizations — that made life in Las Vegas better for everyone this year. By shining a spotlight on these seven standout community members, City Cast 7 aims to capture the true spirit of the city: generous, creative, resilient, and powered by people who care deeply about the place they call home. Co-hosts Sarah Lohman and Dayvid Figler are joined by producer Layla Muhammad to introduce our Class of 2025 honorees — and celebrate their superlatives as the most inspiring, impactful, and community-defining voices in Las Vegas.

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]]> 1497 Arts District Parking Outrage, the Michelin Guide Returns, and an Ultra Marathon Between Taco Bells Paid parking is at the heart of the second major showdown of the year between city officials and the Arts District, where small business owners are planning a "protest/rager" on Monday. So what's this fight really about? Co-hosts Dayvid Figler and Sarah Lohman chat with the Nevada Independent's Opinions Editor Andrew Kiraly about the brouhaha, plus how we really feel about the return of the Michelin Guide after a 15-year hiatus, and Las Vegas's first ever Taco Bell Ultra Marathon (yes, they award bonus points for Diablo Sauce). Learn more about the sponsors of this December 12th episode: Babbel - Get up to 55% off at Babbel.com/CITYCAST Aura Frames - Get $35 off the Carver Mat frame with Promo Code CITYCAST Get more from City Cast Las Vegas when you become a City Cast Las Vegas Neighbor. You’ll enjoy perks like ad-free listening, invitations to members only events and more. Join now at https://membership.citycast.fm  Want to get in touch? Follow us @CityCastVegas on Instagram, or email us at lasvegas@citycast.fm. You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719. For more Las Vegas news, make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter, Hey Las Vegas. Looking to advertise on City Cast Las Vegas? Check out our options for podcast and newsletter ads at citycast.fm/advertise. Fri, 12 Dec 2025 11:00:00 -0000 full City Cast Paid parking is at the heart of the second major showdown of the year between city officials and the Arts District, where small business owners are planning a "protest/rager" on Monday. So what's this fight really about? Co-hosts Dayvid Figler and Sarah Lohman chat with the Nevada Independent's Opinions Editor Andrew Kiraly about the brouhaha, plus how we really feel about the return of the Michelin Guide after a 15-year hiatus, and Las Vegas's first ever Taco Bell Ultra Marathon (yes, they award bonus points for Diablo Sauce). Learn more about the sponsors of this December 12th episode: Babbel - Get up to 55% off at Babbel.com/CITYCAST Aura Frames - Get $35 off the Carver Mat frame with Promo Code CITYCAST Get more from City Cast Las Vegas when you become a City Cast Las Vegas Neighbor. You’ll enjoy perks like ad-free listening, invitations to members only events and more. Join now at https://membership.citycast.fm  Want to get in touch? Follow us @CityCastVegas on Instagram, or email us at lasvegas@citycast.fm. You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719. For more Las Vegas news, make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter, Hey Las Vegas. Looking to advertise on City Cast Las Vegas? Check out our options for podcast and newsletter ads at citycast.fm/advertise. Paid parking is at the heart of the second major showdown of the year between city officials and the Arts District, where small business owners are planning a "protest/rager" on Monday. So what's this fight really about? Co-hosts Dayvid Figler and Sarah Lohman chat with the Nevada Independent's Opinions Editor Andrew Kiraly about the brouhaha, plus how we really feel about the return of the Michelin Guide after a 15-year hiatus, and Las Vegas's first ever Taco Bell Ultra Marathon (yes, they award bonus points for Diablo Sauce).

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]]> 2276 Where to Find Holiday Pop-Ups in Las Vegas 2025 We might not get snow in Las Vegas, but we do know how to put on a good show. So today, YouTuber Lydia Penn joins producer Layla Muhammad and co-host Dayvid Figler to talk about the best holiday pop-ups in Las Vegas — from decked-out bars and light-filled wonderlands to train rides, ice skating, and hot cocoa galore. Learn more about the sponsors of this December 11th episode: Babbel - Get up to 55% off at Babbel.com/CITYCAST Aura Frames - Get $35 off the Carver Mat frame with Promo Code CITYCAST Want to get in touch? Follow us @CityCastVegas on Instagram, or email us at lasvegas@citycast.fm. You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719. For more Las Vegas news, make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter, Hey Las Vegas. Learn more about becoming a City Cast Las Vegas Neighbor at membership.citycast.fm. Looking to advertise on City Cast Las Vegas? Check out our options for podcast and newsletter ads at citycast.fm/advertise. Thu, 11 Dec 2025 11:00:00 -0000 full City Cast We might not get snow in Las Vegas, but we do know how to put on a good show. So today, YouTuber Lydia Penn joins producer Layla Muhammad and co-host Dayvid Figler to talk about the best holiday pop-ups in Las Vegas — from decked-out bars and light-filled wonderlands to train rides, ice skating, and hot cocoa galore. Learn more about the sponsors of this December 11th episode: Babbel - Get up to 55% off at Babbel.com/CITYCAST Aura Frames - Get $35 off the Carver Mat frame with Promo Code CITYCAST Want to get in touch? Follow us @CityCastVegas on Instagram, or email us at lasvegas@citycast.fm. You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719. For more Las Vegas news, make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter, Hey Las Vegas. Learn more about becoming a City Cast Las Vegas Neighbor at membership.citycast.fm. Looking to advertise on City Cast Las Vegas? Check out our options for podcast and newsletter ads at citycast.fm/advertise. We might not get snow in Las Vegas, but we do know how to put on a good show. So today, YouTuber Lydia Penn joins producer Layla Muhammad and co-host Dayvid Figler to talk about the best holiday pop-ups in Las Vegas — from decked-out bars and light-filled wonderlands to train rides, ice skating, and hot cocoa galore.

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]]> 1745 Surprising Truths About Nevada’s Gamblers Despite the gaming's near-omnipresence in our city (airports, grocery stores, and every corner bar), surprisingly little is known about the gambling habits of locals. That's changed with the release of a landmark study just released at UNLV that looked into the rates of problem gambling in Nevada — spoiler: it's a lot higher here than it is nationwide. Co-host Dayvid Figler talks with the study's author, Andrea Dassopoulos, about the study's surprising findings, who is at highest risk (it's not who you think), and what can be done. Learn more about the sponsors of this December 10th episode: Babbel - Get up to 55% off at Babbel.com/CITYCAST Aura Frames - Get $35 off the Carver Mat frame with Promo Code CITYCAST Want to get in touch? Follow us @CityCastVegas on Instagram, or email us at lasvegas@citycast.fm. You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719. For more Las Vegas news, make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter, Hey Las Vegas. Learn more about becoming a City Cast Las Vegas Neighbor at membership.citycast.fm. Looking to advertise on City Cast Las Vegas? Check out our options for podcast and newsletter ads at citycast.fm/advertise. Wed, 10 Dec 2025 11:00:00 -0000 full City Cast Despite the gaming's near-omnipresence in our city (airports, grocery stores, and every corner bar), surprisingly little is known about the gambling habits of locals. That's changed with the release of a landmark study just released at UNLV that looked into the rates of problem gambling in Nevada — spoiler: it's a lot higher here than it is nationwide. Co-host Dayvid Figler talks with the study's author, Andrea Dassopoulos, about the study's surprising findings, who is at highest risk (it's not who you think), and what can be done. Learn more about the sponsors of this December 10th episode: Babbel - Get up to 55% off at Babbel.com/CITYCAST Aura Frames - Get $35 off the Carver Mat frame with Promo Code CITYCAST Want to get in touch? Follow us @CityCastVegas on Instagram, or email us at lasvegas@citycast.fm. You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719. For more Las Vegas news, make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter, Hey Las Vegas. Learn more about becoming a City Cast Las Vegas Neighbor at membership.citycast.fm. Looking to advertise on City Cast Las Vegas? Check out our options for podcast and newsletter ads at citycast.fm/advertise. Despite the gaming's near-omnipresence in our city (airports, grocery stores, and every corner bar), surprisingly little is known about the gambling habits of locals. That's changed with the release of a landmark study just released at UNLV that looked into the rates of problem gambling in Nevada — spoiler: it's a lot higher here than it is nationwide. Co-host Dayvid Figler talks with the study's author, Andrea Dassopoulos, about the study's surprising findings, who is at highest risk (it's not who you think), and what can be done.

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]]> 1527 How Our Oldest, Grittiest Dive Bars Stay Open Sadly, Las Vegas is no stranger to seeing businesses close (RIP HUDL Brewing), but some spots just refuse to fade — especially our oldest, grittiest dive bars. Today, we’re revisiting an episode where co-hosts Sarah Lohman and Dayvid Figler take us on a tour of five legendary watering holes, sharing the history, characters, and weird little quirks that make each one a true local treasure. Learn more about the sponsors of this December 9th episode: Babbel - Get up to 55% off at Babbel.com/CITYCAST Aura Frames - Get $35 off the Carver Mat frame with Promo Code CITYCAST Want to get in touch? Follow us @CityCastVegas on Instagram, or email us at lasvegas@citycast.fm. You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719. For more Las Vegas news, make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter, Hey Las Vegas. Learn more about becoming a City Cast Las Vegas Neighbor at membership.citycast.fm. Looking to advertise on City Cast Las Vegas? Check out our options for podcast and newsletter ads at citycast.fm/advertise. Tue, 09 Dec 2025 11:00:00 -0000 full City Cast Sadly, Las Vegas is no stranger to seeing businesses close (RIP HUDL Brewing), but some spots just refuse to fade — especially our oldest, grittiest dive bars. Today, we’re revisiting an episode where co-hosts Sarah Lohman and Dayvid Figler take us on a tour of five legendary watering holes, sharing the history, characters, and weird little quirks that make each one a true local treasure. Learn more about the sponsors of this December 9th episode: Babbel - Get up to 55% off at Babbel.com/CITYCAST Aura Frames - Get $35 off the Carver Mat frame with Promo Code CITYCAST Want to get in touch? Follow us @CityCastVegas on Instagram, or email us at lasvegas@citycast.fm. You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719. For more Las Vegas news, make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter, Hey Las Vegas. Learn more about becoming a City Cast Las Vegas Neighbor at membership.citycast.fm. Looking to advertise on City Cast Las Vegas? Check out our options for podcast and newsletter ads at citycast.fm/advertise. Sadly, Las Vegas is no stranger to seeing businesses close (RIP HUDL Brewing), but some spots just refuse to fade — especially our oldest, grittiest dive bars. Today, we’re revisiting an episode where co-hosts Sarah Lohman and Dayvid Figler take us on a tour of five legendary watering holes, sharing the history, characters, and weird little quirks that make each one a true local treasure.

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]]> 1648 Are Vintage Motels on Fremont Street Worth Saving? Right around 2012, tech mogul Tony Hsieh bought up over 100 properties downtown, including a roster of aging, classic drive-up motels on historic Fremont Street. But today, years after Tony's death, nothing has been done with the majority of these crumbling properties, which neighbors describe as a blight on the area. Is it time to demolish them once and for all? Who even owns them anymore, and what do they say about Tony's legacy in Las Vegas? Co-host Dayvid Figler talks with Review-Journal reporter Eli Segall, who's been following the Tony Hsieh saga, with all its twists and turns. Learn more about the sponsors of this December 8th episode: Babbel - Get up to 55% off at Babbel.com/CITYCAST Aura Frames - Get $35 off the Carver Mat frame with Promo Code CITYCAST Want to get in touch? Follow us @CityCastVegas on Instagram, or email us at lasvegas@citycast.fm. You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719. For more Las Vegas news, make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter, Hey Las Vegas. Learn more about becoming a City Cast Las Vegas Neighbor at membership.citycast.fm. Looking to advertise on City Cast Las Vegas? Check out our options for podcast and newsletter ads at citycast.fm/advertise. Mon, 08 Dec 2025 11:00:00 -0000 full City Cast Right around 2012, tech mogul Tony Hsieh bought up over 100 properties downtown, including a roster of aging, classic drive-up motels on historic Fremont Street. But today, years after Tony's death, nothing has been done with the majority of these crumbling properties, which neighbors describe as a blight on the area. Is it time to demolish them once and for all? Who even owns them anymore, and what do they say about Tony's legacy in Las Vegas? Co-host Dayvid Figler talks with Review-Journal reporter Eli Segall, who's been following the Tony Hsieh saga, with all its twists and turns. Learn more about the sponsors of this December 8th episode: Babbel - Get up to 55% off at Babbel.com/CITYCAST Aura Frames - Get $35 off the Carver Mat frame with Promo Code CITYCAST Want to get in touch? Follow us @CityCastVegas on Instagram, or email us at lasvegas@citycast.fm. You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719. For more Las Vegas news, make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter, Hey Las Vegas. Learn more about becoming a City Cast Las Vegas Neighbor at membership.citycast.fm. Looking to advertise on City Cast Las Vegas? Check out our options for podcast and newsletter ads at citycast.fm/advertise. Right around 2012, tech mogul Tony Hsieh bought up over 100 properties downtown, including a roster of aging, classic drive-up motels on historic Fremont Street. But today, years after Tony's death, nothing has been done with the majority of these crumbling properties, which neighbors describe as a blight on the area. Is it time to demolish them once and for all? Who even owns them anymore, and what do they say about Tony's legacy in Las Vegas? Co-host Dayvid Figler talks with Review-Journal reporter Eli Segall, who's been following the Tony Hsieh saga, with all its twists and turns.

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]]> 1614 Is the Grand Canyon Pricing Out Tourists? Plus, Affordable Healthcare Takes a Hit, and Bingo’s Back National parks across the country, including the Grand Canyon and Death Valley, right in Las Vegas's backyard, will soon be charging international visitors an additional $100 per person entry fee. So how does this impact tourism-dependent Las Vegas? Co-host Dayvid Figler, along with Nevada Current editor April Corbin Girnus, and Battle Born Progress press secretary Jacob Solis, discuss. Plus, a price surge for those on ACA healthcare plans is on the way, so what's the political fallout for purple Nevada? And to round things out, we celebrate the triumphant return of Bingo to the Strip! Learn more about the sponsors of this December 5th episode: Opportunity Village Want to get in touch? Follow us @CityCastVegas on Instagram, or email us at lasvegas@citycast.fm. You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719. For more Las Vegas news, make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter, Hey Las Vegas. Learn more about becoming a City Cast Las Vegas Neighbor at membership.citycast.fm. Looking to advertise on City Cast Las Vegas? Check out our options for podcast and newsletter ads at citycast.fm/advertise. Fri, 05 Dec 2025 11:00:00 -0000 full City Cast National parks across the country, including the Grand Canyon and Death Valley, right in Las Vegas's backyard, will soon be charging international visitors an additional $100 per person entry fee. So how does this impact tourism-dependent Las Vegas? Co-host Dayvid Figler, along with Nevada Current editor April Corbin Girnus, and Battle Born Progress press secretary Jacob Solis, discuss. Plus, a price surge for those on ACA healthcare plans is on the way, so what's the political fallout for purple Nevada? And to round things out, we celebrate the triumphant return of Bingo to the Strip! Learn more about the sponsors of this December 5th episode: Opportunity Village Want to get in touch? Follow us @CityCastVegas on Instagram, or email us at lasvegas@citycast.fm. You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719. For more Las Vegas news, make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter, Hey Las Vegas. Learn more about becoming a City Cast Las Vegas Neighbor at membership.citycast.fm. Looking to advertise on City Cast Las Vegas? Check out our options for podcast and newsletter ads at citycast.fm/advertise. National parks across the country, including the Grand Canyon and Death Valley, right in Las Vegas's backyard, will soon be charging international visitors an additional $100 per person entry fee. So how does this impact tourism-dependent Las Vegas? Co-host Dayvid Figler, along with Nevada Current editor April Corbin Girnus, and Battle Born Progress press secretary Jacob Solis, discuss. Plus, a price surge for those on ACA healthcare plans is on the way, so what's the political fallout for purple Nevada? And to round things out, we celebrate the triumphant return of Bingo to the Strip!

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]]> 1949 Can Las Vegas Get Its Own Official Cocktail, Already? Nevada may love the newly anointed state cocktail, the Picon Punch, but good luck finding it south of Reno. So co-host Dayvid Figler and newsletter editor Rob Kachelreiss asked two top local bartenders: What should be the official cocktail of Las Vegas? Jonah Gibbs from Petite Boheme and Jennifer Yim from the Cosmopolitan, along with the City Cast Las Vegas team, create five drink contenders blending history, nostalgia, and pure Vegas spectacle. Now it’s your turn to weigh in — and maybe even order one off a secret menu yourself. Learn more about the sponsors of this December 4th episode: ⁠Opportunity Village⁠ Want to get in touch? Follow us @CityCastVegas on ⁠Instagram⁠, or email us at ⁠lasvegas@citycast.fm⁠. You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719. For more Las Vegas news, make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter,⁠ Hey Las Vegas.⁠ Learn more about becoming a City Cast Las Vegas Neighbor at ⁠membership.citycast.fm⁠. Looking to advertise on City Cast Las Vegas? Check out our options for podcast and newsletter ads at⁠ citycast.fm/advertise⁠. Thu, 04 Dec 2025 11:00:00 -0000 full City Cast Nevada may love the newly anointed state cocktail, the Picon Punch, but good luck finding it south of Reno. So co-host Dayvid Figler and newsletter editor Rob Kachelreiss asked two top local bartenders: What should be the official cocktail of Las Vegas? Jonah Gibbs from Petite Boheme and Jennifer Yim from the Cosmopolitan, along with the City Cast Las Vegas team, create five drink contenders blending history, nostalgia, and pure Vegas spectacle. Now it’s your turn to weigh in — and maybe even order one off a secret menu yourself. Learn more about the sponsors of this December 4th episode: ⁠Opportunity Village⁠ Want to get in touch? Follow us @CityCastVegas on ⁠Instagram⁠, or email us at ⁠lasvegas@citycast.fm⁠. You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719. For more Las Vegas news, make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter,⁠ Hey Las Vegas.⁠ Learn more about becoming a City Cast Las Vegas Neighbor at ⁠membership.citycast.fm⁠. Looking to advertise on City Cast Las Vegas? Check out our options for podcast and newsletter ads at⁠ citycast.fm/advertise⁠. Nevada may love the newly anointed state cocktail, the Picon Punch, but good luck finding it south of Reno. So co-host Dayvid Figler and newsletter editor Rob Kachelreiss asked two top local bartenders: What should be the official cocktail of Las Vegas? Jonah Gibbs from Petite Boheme and Jennifer Yim from the Cosmopolitan, along with the City Cast Las Vegas team, create five drink contenders blending history, nostalgia, and pure Vegas spectacle. Now it’s your turn to weigh in — and maybe even order one off a secret menu yourself.

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]]> 1710 How Did Wall Street Scoop Up Half a Million Vegas Homes? As Las Vegas continues to grow, locals are continuing to struggle to buy homes in our city. Are Wall Street hedge funds to blame? Review-Journal reporter Patrick Blennerhassett is here to help us answer that question. Co-host Dayvid Figler is digging into the reality of personal home ownership in a time of corporate buy-ups. Plus, they talk about whether a failed effort to limit corporate ownership of homes in the recent special legislative session would have even worked.  Learn more about the sponsors of this December 3rd episode: Opportunity Village Want to get in touch? Follow us @CityCastVegas on Instagram, or email us at lasvegas@citycast.fm. You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719. For more Las Vegas news, make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter, Hey Las Vegas. Learn more about becoming a City Cast Las Vegas Neighbor at membership.citycast.fm. Looking to advertise on City Cast Las Vegas? Check out our options for podcast and newsletter ads at citycast.fm/advertise. Wed, 03 Dec 2025 11:00:00 -0000 full City Cast As Las Vegas continues to grow, locals are continuing to struggle to buy homes in our city. Are Wall Street hedge funds to blame? Review-Journal reporter Patrick Blennerhassett is here to help us answer that question. Co-host Dayvid Figler is digging into the reality of personal home ownership in a time of corporate buy-ups. Plus, they talk about whether a failed effort to limit corporate ownership of homes in the recent special legislative session would have even worked.  Learn more about the sponsors of this December 3rd episode: Opportunity Village Want to get in touch? Follow us @CityCastVegas on Instagram, or email us at lasvegas@citycast.fm. You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719. For more Las Vegas news, make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter, Hey Las Vegas. Learn more about becoming a City Cast Las Vegas Neighbor at membership.citycast.fm. Looking to advertise on City Cast Las Vegas? Check out our options for podcast and newsletter ads at citycast.fm/advertise. As Las Vegas continues to grow, locals are continuing to struggle to buy homes in our city. Are Wall Street hedge funds to blame? Review-Journal reporter Patrick Blennerhassett is here to help us answer that question. Co-host Dayvid Figler is digging into the reality of personal home ownership in a time of corporate buy-ups. Plus, they talk about whether a failed effort to limit corporate ownership of homes in the recent special legislative session would have even worked. 


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]]> 1424 The Most Epic Local Beefs of 2025 There are only a few weeks left in the year, so we’re chatting about the biggest clashes and the juiciest beefs that defined Vegas in 2025. Co-host Sarah Lohman is joined by Patricia Haddad Bennett and co-host Dayvid Figler to get into all the drama, from noise ordinance battles to secret recordings. Learn more about the sponsors of this December 2nd episode: Opportunity Village Want to get in touch? Follow us @CityCastVegas on Instagram, or email us at lasvegas@citycast.fm. You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719. For more Las Vegas news, make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter, Hey Las Vegas. Learn more about becoming a City Cast Las Vegas Neighbor at membership.citycast.fm. Looking to advertise on City Cast Las Vegas? Check out our options for podcast and newsletter ads at citycast.fm/advertise. Tue, 02 Dec 2025 11:00:00 -0000 full City Cast There are only a few weeks left in the year, so we’re chatting about the biggest clashes and the juiciest beefs that defined Vegas in 2025. Co-host Sarah Lohman is joined by Patricia Haddad Bennett and co-host Dayvid Figler to get into all the drama, from noise ordinance battles to secret recordings. Learn more about the sponsors of this December 2nd episode: Opportunity Village Want to get in touch? Follow us @CityCastVegas on Instagram, or email us at lasvegas@citycast.fm. You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719. For more Las Vegas news, make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter, Hey Las Vegas. Learn more about becoming a City Cast Las Vegas Neighbor at membership.citycast.fm. Looking to advertise on City Cast Las Vegas? Check out our options for podcast and newsletter ads at citycast.fm/advertise. There are only a few weeks left in the year, so we’re chatting about the biggest clashes and the juiciest beefs that defined Vegas in 2025. Co-host Sarah Lohman is joined by Patricia Haddad Bennett and co-host Dayvid Figler to get into all the drama, from noise ordinance battles to secret recordings.

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]]> 1554 Your Guide to December 2025 in Las Vegas In this December guide, we’re sharing insider tips to bring extra cheer this holiday month — even for the Grinchiest Las Vegans. Co-hosts Dayvid Figler and Sarah Lohman are swapping ideas with artist Justin Favela for all the best things to see, do, and eat all month long. From hot takes on Mt. Charleston, to even hotter takes on seasonal drinks, and a starry tour of the night sky — we have your December on lock. Plus, how to rein in your holiday consumerism by thrifting. If Mt. Charleston is also a part of your Las Vegas holiday tradition, check out our guide to Lee Canyon. 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 Las Vegas community.  For even more tips on how to make the most of December in Las Vegas, check out ⁠Hey Las Vegas⁠’ take on what to do this month. Learn more about the sponsors of this December 1st episode: Opportunity Village Want to get in touch? Follow us @CityCastVegas on Instagram, or email us at lasvegas@citycast.fm. You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719. For more Las Vegas news, make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter, Hey Las Vegas. Learn more about becoming a City Cast Las Vegas Neighbor at membership.citycast.fm. Looking to advertise on City Cast Las Vegas? Check out our options for podcast and newsletter ads at citycast.fm/advertise. Mon, 01 Dec 2025 11:00:00 -0000 full City Cast In this December guide, we’re sharing insider tips to bring extra cheer this holiday month — even for the Grinchiest Las Vegans. Co-hosts Dayvid Figler and Sarah Lohman are swapping ideas with artist Justin Favela for all the best things to see, do, and eat all month long. From hot takes on Mt. Charleston, to even hotter takes on seasonal drinks, and a starry tour of the night sky — we have your December on lock. Plus, how to rein in your holiday consumerism by thrifting. If Mt. Charleston is also a part of your Las Vegas holiday tradition, check out our guide to Lee Canyon. 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 Las Vegas community.  For even more tips on how to make the most of December in Las Vegas, check out ⁠Hey Las Vegas⁠’ take on what to do this month. Learn more about the sponsors of this December 1st episode: Opportunity Village Want to get in touch? Follow us @CityCastVegas on Instagram, or email us at lasvegas@citycast.fm. You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719. For more Las Vegas news, make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter, Hey Las Vegas. Learn more about becoming a City Cast Las Vegas Neighbor at membership.citycast.fm. Looking to advertise on City Cast Las Vegas? Check out our options for podcast and newsletter ads at citycast.fm/advertise. In this December guide, we’re sharing insider tips to bring extra cheer this holiday month — even for the Grinchiest Las Vegans. Co-hosts Dayvid Figler and Sarah Lohman are swapping ideas with artist Justin Favela for all the best things to see, do, and eat all month long. From hot takes on Mt. Charleston, to even hotter takes on seasonal drinks, and a starry tour of the night sky — we have your December on lock. Plus, how to rein in your holiday consumerism by thrifting. If Mt. Charleston is also a part of your Las Vegas holiday tradition, check out our guide to Lee Canyon.

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 Las Vegas community. 

For even more tips on how to make the most of December in Las Vegas, check out ⁠Hey Las Vegas⁠’ take on what to do this month.

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Opportunity Village

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]]> 1858 The Must-Buy Gift From Every City Cast City (Including Las Vegas!) https://lasvegas.citycast.fm/ Join City Cast Las Vegas co-host Sarah Lohman alongside fellow hosts from Austin, Chicago, DC, Denver, Madison, Nashville, Philly, Pittsburgh, Portland, Salt Lake, Seattle, and the Twin Cities for a special episode that’ll help you knock out your holiday shopping early and support small businesses around the country. From a handlebar mount (and app!) that’ll turn your phone into a bike cam, to a mustard-of-the-month subscription box, our hosts are here to tell the stories of local businesses in their cities making cool stuff that you can order online right now.  Visit our website to find the full list of recommendations with links for holiday shopping! Want to get in touch? Follow us @CityCastVegas on Instagram, or email us at lasvegas@citycast.fm. You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719. For more Las Vegas news, make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter, Hey Las Vegas. Learn more about becoming a City Cast Las Vegas Neighbor at membership.citycast.fm. Looking to advertise on City Cast Las Vegas? Check out our options for podcast and newsletter ads at citycast.fm/advertise. Wed, 26 Nov 2025 11:00:00 -0000 full City Cast Join City Cast Las Vegas co-host Sarah Lohman alongside fellow hosts from Austin, Chicago, DC, Denver, Madison, Nashville, Philly, Pittsburgh, Portland, Salt Lake, Seattle, and the Twin Cities for a special episode that’ll help you knock out your holiday shopping early and support small businesses around the country. From a handlebar mount (and app!) that’ll turn your phone into a bike cam, to a mustard-of-the-month subscription box, our hosts are here to tell the stories of local businesses in their cities making cool stuff that you can order online right now.  Visit our website to find the full list of recommendations with links for holiday shopping! Want to get in touch? Follow us @CityCastVegas on Instagram, or email us at lasvegas@citycast.fm. You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719. For more Las Vegas news, make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter, Hey Las Vegas. Learn more about becoming a City Cast Las Vegas Neighbor at membership.citycast.fm. Looking to advertise on City Cast Las Vegas? Check out our options for podcast and newsletter ads at citycast.fm/advertise. Join City Cast Las Vegas co-host Sarah Lohman alongside fellow hosts from Austin, Chicago, DC, Denver, Madison, Nashville, Philly, Pittsburgh, Portland, Salt Lake, Seattle, and the Twin Cities for a special episode that’ll help you knock out your holiday shopping early and support small businesses around the country. From a handlebar mount (and app!) that’ll turn your phone into a bike cam, to a mustard-of-the-month subscription box, our hosts are here to tell the stories of local businesses in their cities making cool stuff that you can order online right now. 

Visit our website to find the full list of recommendations with links for holiday shopping!

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]]> 2773 Vegas Weather Questions Answered, Even the Weird Ones The rain may have stopped, but that’s not keeping Nate Tannenbaum from schooling co-host Dayvid Figler on our desert weather patterns. The current traffic anchor at 8NewsNow and longtime TV weather reporter is here to answer your questions about everything from haboobs, to heat waves, and floods. Plus, how is climate change affecting his job?  Want to get in touch? Follow us @CityCastVegas on Instagram, or email us at lasvegas@citycast.fm. You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719. For more Las Vegas news, make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter, Hey Las Vegas. Learn more about becoming a City Cast Las Vegas Neighbor at membership.citycast.fm. Looking to advertise on City Cast Las Vegas? Check out our options for podcast and newsletter ads at citycast.fm/advertise. Tue, 25 Nov 2025 11:00:00 -0000 full City Cast The rain may have stopped, but that’s not keeping Nate Tannenbaum from schooling co-host Dayvid Figler on our desert weather patterns. The current traffic anchor at 8NewsNow and longtime TV weather reporter is here to answer your questions about everything from haboobs, to heat waves, and floods. Plus, how is climate change affecting his job?  Want to get in touch? Follow us @CityCastVegas on Instagram, or email us at lasvegas@citycast.fm. You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719. For more Las Vegas news, make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter, Hey Las Vegas. Learn more about becoming a City Cast Las Vegas Neighbor at membership.citycast.fm. Looking to advertise on City Cast Las Vegas? Check out our options for podcast and newsletter ads at citycast.fm/advertise. The rain may have stopped, but that’s not keeping Nate Tannenbaum from schooling co-host Dayvid Figler on our desert weather patterns. The current traffic anchor at 8NewsNow and longtime TV weather reporter is here to answer your questions about everything from haboobs, to heat waves, and floods. Plus, how is climate change affecting his job? 

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]]> 1357 How State Lawmakers Hijacked Lombardo’s Special Session The seven-day special session at the Nevada Legislature wrapped with historic procedural chaos, surprise alliances, and a marquee film tax credit bill dying by a single vote. Nevada Independent Capital Bureau Chief Tabitha Mueller joins co-host Dayvid Figler to break down how Governor Lombardo’s ambitious agenda collided with Democratic resistance and unusual GOP crossovers, reshaping the political landscape heading into 2026. Winners, losers, and looming election-year repercussions all come into focus as the dust settles on an unprecedented special session. Want to get in touch? Follow us @CityCastVegas on ⁠Instagram⁠, or email us at ⁠lasvegas@citycast.fm⁠. You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719. For more Las Vegas news, make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter,⁠ Hey Las Vegas.⁠ Learn more about becoming a City Cast Las Vegas Neighbor at ⁠membership.citycast.fm⁠. Looking to advertise on City Cast Las Vegas? Check out our options for podcast and newsletter ads at⁠ citycast.fm/advertise⁠. Mon, 24 Nov 2025 11:00:00 -0000 full City Cast The seven-day special session at the Nevada Legislature wrapped with historic procedural chaos, surprise alliances, and a marquee film tax credit bill dying by a single vote. Nevada Independent Capital Bureau Chief Tabitha Mueller joins co-host Dayvid Figler to break down how Governor Lombardo’s ambitious agenda collided with Democratic resistance and unusual GOP crossovers, reshaping the political landscape heading into 2026. Winners, losers, and looming election-year repercussions all come into focus as the dust settles on an unprecedented special session. Want to get in touch? Follow us @CityCastVegas on ⁠Instagram⁠, or email us at ⁠lasvegas@citycast.fm⁠. You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719. For more Las Vegas news, make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter,⁠ Hey Las Vegas.⁠ Learn more about becoming a City Cast Las Vegas Neighbor at ⁠membership.citycast.fm⁠. Looking to advertise on City Cast Las Vegas? Check out our options for podcast and newsletter ads at⁠ citycast.fm/advertise⁠. The seven-day special session at the Nevada Legislature wrapped with historic procedural chaos, surprise alliances, and a marquee film tax credit bill dying by a single vote. Nevada Independent Capital Bureau Chief Tabitha Mueller joins co-host Dayvid Figler to break down how Governor Lombardo’s ambitious agenda collided with Democratic resistance and unusual GOP crossovers, reshaping the political landscape heading into 2026. Winners, losers, and looming election-year repercussions all come into focus as the dust settles on an unprecedented special session.


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]]> 1518 Caesars Hit With Mega Fine, Gas Tax Renewed, and Santas, Santas, Everywhere Caesars was just fined $7.8 million by the Gaming Control Board for turning a blind to an illegal bookie laundering money at their property — for years. Why did it take so long? Plus, why the County renewed a gas tax and the curious case of the sole opposing vote, and with SantaCon on the horizon — is it time to put holiday festivities back on the other side of Thanksgiving where they belong? Co-hosts Dayvid Figler and Sarah Lohman, along with Nevada Current reporter Michael MJ Lyle, discuss. Learn more about the sponsors of this November 21st episode: Simply Eloped UNLV Performing Arts Center Want to get in touch? Follow us @CityCastVegas on Instagram, or email us at lasvegas@citycast.fm. You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719. For more Las Vegas news, make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter, Hey Las Vegas. Learn more about becoming a City Cast Las Vegas Neighbor at membership.citycast.fm. Looking to advertise on City Cast Las Vegas? Check out our options for podcast and newsletter ads at citycast.fm/advertise. Fri, 21 Nov 2025 11:00:00 -0000 full City Cast Caesars was just fined $7.8 million by the Gaming Control Board for turning a blind to an illegal bookie laundering money at their property — for years. Why did it take so long? Plus, why the County renewed a gas tax and the curious case of the sole opposing vote, and with SantaCon on the horizon — is it time to put holiday festivities back on the other side of Thanksgiving where they belong? Co-hosts Dayvid Figler and Sarah Lohman, along with Nevada Current reporter Michael MJ Lyle, discuss. Learn more about the sponsors of this November 21st episode: Simply Eloped UNLV Performing Arts Center Want to get in touch? Follow us @CityCastVegas on Instagram, or email us at lasvegas@citycast.fm. You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719. For more Las Vegas news, make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter, Hey Las Vegas. Learn more about becoming a City Cast Las Vegas Neighbor at membership.citycast.fm. Looking to advertise on City Cast Las Vegas? Check out our options for podcast and newsletter ads at citycast.fm/advertise. Caesars was just fined $7.8 million by the Gaming Control Board for turning a blind to an illegal bookie laundering money at their property — for years. Why did it take so long? Plus, why the County renewed a gas tax and the curious case of the sole opposing vote, and with SantaCon on the horizon — is it time to put holiday festivities back on the other side of Thanksgiving where they belong? Co-hosts Dayvid Figler and Sarah Lohman, along with Nevada Current reporter Michael MJ Lyle, discuss.


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]]> 1836 What’s Still Open 24/7 in Las Vegas? Long gone are the days when you could have dinner at 2 a.m., buy Girl Scout cookies at 3 a.m., and go grocery shopping at 4 a.m. Despite our reputation for all-hours fun, our days as a true 24/7 town are behind us. So as the winter nights get longer and we lean into our nocturnal habits, where can Las Vegans still find all-hours amenities and fun? To answer that question, we're bringing back a conversation co-host Dayvid Figler had with writer Brent Holmes and foodie Giselle D'souza about where to find the 24 hour version of Las Vegas. Learn more about the sponsors of this November 20th episode: ⁠Simply Eloped⁠ Want to get in touch? Follow us @CityCastVegas on ⁠Instagram⁠, or email us at ⁠lasvegas@citycast.fm⁠. You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719. For more Las Vegas news, make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter,⁠ Hey Las Vegas.⁠ Learn more about becoming a City Cast Las Vegas Neighbor at ⁠membership.citycast.fm⁠. Looking to advertise on City Cast Las Vegas? Check out our options for podcast and newsletter ads at⁠ citycast.fm/advertise⁠. Thu, 20 Nov 2025 11:00:00 -0000 full City Cast Long gone are the days when you could have dinner at 2 a.m., buy Girl Scout cookies at 3 a.m., and go grocery shopping at 4 a.m. Despite our reputation for all-hours fun, our days as a true 24/7 town are behind us. So as the winter nights get longer and we lean into our nocturnal habits, where can Las Vegans still find all-hours amenities and fun? To answer that question, we're bringing back a conversation co-host Dayvid Figler had with writer Brent Holmes and foodie Giselle D'souza about where to find the 24 hour version of Las Vegas. Learn more about the sponsors of this November 20th episode: ⁠Simply Eloped⁠ Want to get in touch? Follow us @CityCastVegas on ⁠Instagram⁠, or email us at ⁠lasvegas@citycast.fm⁠. You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719. For more Las Vegas news, make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter,⁠ Hey Las Vegas.⁠ Learn more about becoming a City Cast Las Vegas Neighbor at ⁠membership.citycast.fm⁠. Looking to advertise on City Cast Las Vegas? Check out our options for podcast and newsletter ads at⁠ citycast.fm/advertise⁠. Long gone are the days when you could have dinner at 2 a.m., buy Girl Scout cookies at 3 a.m., and go grocery shopping at 4 a.m. Despite our reputation for all-hours fun, our days as a true 24/7 town are behind us. So as the winter nights get longer and we lean into our nocturnal habits, where can Las Vegans still find all-hours amenities and fun? To answer that question, we're bringing back a conversation co-host Dayvid Figler had with writer Brent Holmes and foodie Giselle D'souza about where to find the 24 hour version of Las Vegas.


Learn more about the sponsors of this November 20th episode:

⁠Simply Eloped⁠


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]]> 1519 Can Democrats Get Anything Done for Nevada After the Shutdown? Now that the shutdown is over (for now), what is our Congressional delegation in Washington getting done for Southern Nevadans — and as Democrats, what can they actually do? Today, Congresswoman Dina Titus sits down with co-host Dayvid Figler to discuss what happens to Nevadans' healthcare, whether the Epstein files are all political theater, and her callout to local leaders to actually have a public conversation about the Boring Company's environmental and worker safety citations. Learn more about the sponsors of this November 19th episode: Simply Eloped Want to get in touch? Follow us @CityCastVegas on Instagram, or email us at lasvegas@citycast.fm. You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719. For more Las Vegas news, make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter, Hey Las Vegas. Learn more about becoming a City Cast Las Vegas Neighbor at membership.citycast.fm. Looking to advertise on City Cast Las Vegas? Check out our options for podcast and newsletter ads at citycast.fm/advertise. Wed, 19 Nov 2025 11:00:00 -0000 full City Cast Now that the shutdown is over (for now), what is our Congressional delegation in Washington getting done for Southern Nevadans — and as Democrats, what can they actually do? Today, Congresswoman Dina Titus sits down with co-host Dayvid Figler to discuss what happens to Nevadans' healthcare, whether the Epstein files are all political theater, and her callout to local leaders to actually have a public conversation about the Boring Company's environmental and worker safety citations. Learn more about the sponsors of this November 19th episode: Simply Eloped Want to get in touch? Follow us @CityCastVegas on Instagram, or email us at lasvegas@citycast.fm. You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719. For more Las Vegas news, make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter, Hey Las Vegas. Learn more about becoming a City Cast Las Vegas Neighbor at membership.citycast.fm. Looking to advertise on City Cast Las Vegas? Check out our options for podcast and newsletter ads at citycast.fm/advertise. Now that the shutdown is over (for now), what is our Congressional delegation in Washington getting done for Southern Nevadans — and as Democrats, what can they actually do? Today, Congresswoman Dina Titus sits down with co-host Dayvid Figler to discuss what happens to Nevadans' healthcare, whether the Epstein files are all political theater, and her callout to local leaders to actually have a public conversation about the Boring Company's environmental and worker safety citations.


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Simply Eloped

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]]> 1354 We Just Missed a Big Water Policy Deadline. How Screwed Are We? Last week, the seven Colorado Rivers basin states, including Nevada, blew through yet another federally-imposed deadline to basically figure our shit out and allocate our dwindling water supply. So what happens now? And does this stalemate mean that Las Vegas is going to run out of water? UNR professor Elizabeth Koebele, who studies the messy politics of the river, tells co-host Dayvid Figler why the states are in Mean Girls mode, and what we can expect going forward. Learn more about the sponsors of this November 18th episode: Simply Eloped Want to get in touch? Follow us @CityCastVegas on Instagram, or email us at lasvegas@citycast.fm. You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719. For more Las Vegas news, make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter, Hey Las Vegas. Learn more about becoming a City Cast Las Vegas Neighbor at membership.citycast.fm. Looking to advertise on City Cast Las Vegas? Check out our options for podcast and newsletter ads at citycast.fm/advertise. Tue, 18 Nov 2025 11:00:00 -0000 full City Cast Last week, the seven Colorado Rivers basin states, including Nevada, blew through yet another federally-imposed deadline to basically figure our shit out and allocate our dwindling water supply. So what happens now? And does this stalemate mean that Las Vegas is going to run out of water? UNR professor Elizabeth Koebele, who studies the messy politics of the river, tells co-host Dayvid Figler why the states are in Mean Girls mode, and what we can expect going forward. Learn more about the sponsors of this November 18th episode: Simply Eloped Want to get in touch? Follow us @CityCastVegas on Instagram, or email us at lasvegas@citycast.fm. You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719. For more Las Vegas news, make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter, Hey Las Vegas. Learn more about becoming a City Cast Las Vegas Neighbor at membership.citycast.fm. Looking to advertise on City Cast Las Vegas? Check out our options for podcast and newsletter ads at citycast.fm/advertise. Last week, the seven Colorado Rivers basin states, including Nevada, blew through yet another federally-imposed deadline to basically figure our shit out and allocate our dwindling water supply. So what happens now? And does this stalemate mean that Las Vegas is going to run out of water? UNR professor Elizabeth Koebele, who studies the messy politics of the river, tells co-host Dayvid Figler why the states are in Mean Girls mode, and what we can expect going forward.

Learn more about the sponsors of this November 18th episode:

Simply Eloped

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]]> 1676 The 'Texasification' of the Nevada Legislature On Wednesday evening, Nevada lawmakers received an agenda and an official notice that the Special Session would start the very next morning. But now that the Spesh Sesh is up and running at a cost of $100k a day, we gotta ask: Did Nevada really need this? What are the governor's political motivations as he ramps up his reelection campaign? And what can our legislature learn from Texas? Co-host Dayvid Figler convenes a spirited conversation with both liberal and conservative perspectives: Jacob Solis from Battle Born Progress and Sam Mirejovsky from Sam & Ash Personal Injury Law. Learn more about the sponsors of this November 17th episode: Simply Eloped Want to get in touch? Follow us @CityCastVegas on Instagram, or email us at lasvegas@citycast.fm. You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719. For more Las Vegas news, make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter, Hey Las Vegas. Learn more about becoming a City Cast Las Vegas Neighbor at membership.citycast.fm. Looking to advertise on City Cast Las Vegas? Check out our options for podcast and newsletter ads at citycast.fm/advertise. Mon, 17 Nov 2025 11:00:00 -0000 full City Cast On Wednesday evening, Nevada lawmakers received an agenda and an official notice that the Special Session would start the very next morning. But now that the Spesh Sesh is up and running at a cost of $100k a day, we gotta ask: Did Nevada really need this? What are the governor's political motivations as he ramps up his reelection campaign? And what can our legislature learn from Texas? Co-host Dayvid Figler convenes a spirited conversation with both liberal and conservative perspectives: Jacob Solis from Battle Born Progress and Sam Mirejovsky from Sam & Ash Personal Injury Law. Learn more about the sponsors of this November 17th episode: Simply Eloped Want to get in touch? Follow us @CityCastVegas on Instagram, or email us at lasvegas@citycast.fm. You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719. For more Las Vegas news, make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter, Hey Las Vegas. Learn more about becoming a City Cast Las Vegas Neighbor at membership.citycast.fm. Looking to advertise on City Cast Las Vegas? Check out our options for podcast and newsletter ads at citycast.fm/advertise. On Wednesday evening, Nevada lawmakers received an agenda and an official notice that the Special Session would start the very next morning. But now that the Spesh Sesh is up and running at a cost of $100k a day, we gotta ask: Did Nevada really need this? What are the governor's political motivations as he ramps up his reelection campaign? And what can our legislature learn from Texas? Co-host Dayvid Figler convenes a spirited conversation with both liberal and conservative perspectives: Jacob Solis from Battle Born Progress and Sam Mirejovsky from Sam & Ash Personal Injury Law.

Learn more about the sponsors of this November 17th episode:

Simply Eloped

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]]> 1546 Why Senator Rosen Ended the Shutdown, Housekeeping Olympics, and the TI Pirate Show This week, we discuss why Senator Jacky Rosen of Nevada ⁠joined forces⁠ with seven other Democrats, crossing party lines to vote for the GOP’s budget bill and end our country’s longest federal shutdown. But at ⁠whose urging⁠? Nevada Independent opinions editor Andrew Kiraly joins co-hosts Sarah Lohman and Dayvid Figler to discuss. Plus, why the ⁠Housekeeping Olympics⁠, now in its 35th year, matter more than ever, and how the return of the ⁠TI pirate show⁠ turned out to be a big ol' rumor. Learn more about the sponsors of this November 14th episode: ⁠Southern Nevada Water Authority⁠ ⁠Black Mountain Institute⁠ ⁠JK Studios!⁠ ⁠The Neon Museum⁠ - Nevada residents, light up your night with 50% off admission to The Neon Museum!  ⁠Babbel⁠ - Get up to 55% off at ⁠Babbel.com/CITYCAST⁠ Want to get in touch? Follow us @CityCastVegas on⁠ Instagram⁠, or email us at lasvegas@citycast.fm. You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719. For more Las Vegas news, make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter,⁠ Hey Las Vegas.⁠ Learn more about becoming a City Cast Las Vegas Neighbor at⁠ membership.citycast.fm⁠. Looking to advertise on City Cast Las Vegas? Check out our options for podcast and newsletter ads at⁠ citycast.fm/advertise⁠. Fri, 14 Nov 2025 11:00:00 -0000 full City Cast This week, we discuss why Senator Jacky Rosen of Nevada ⁠joined forces⁠ with seven other Democrats, crossing party lines to vote for the GOP’s budget bill and end our country’s longest federal shutdown. But at ⁠whose urging⁠? Nevada Independent opinions editor Andrew Kiraly joins co-hosts Sarah Lohman and Dayvid Figler to discuss. Plus, why the ⁠Housekeeping Olympics⁠, now in its 35th year, matter more than ever, and how the return of the ⁠TI pirate show⁠ turned out to be a big ol' rumor. Learn more about the sponsors of this November 14th episode: ⁠Southern Nevada Water Authority⁠ ⁠Black Mountain Institute⁠ ⁠JK Studios!⁠ ⁠The Neon Museum⁠ - Nevada residents, light up your night with 50% off admission to The Neon Museum!  ⁠Babbel⁠ - Get up to 55% off at ⁠Babbel.com/CITYCAST⁠ Want to get in touch? Follow us @CityCastVegas on⁠ Instagram⁠, or email us at lasvegas@citycast.fm. You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719. For more Las Vegas news, make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter,⁠ Hey Las Vegas.⁠ Learn more about becoming a City Cast Las Vegas Neighbor at⁠ membership.citycast.fm⁠. Looking to advertise on City Cast Las Vegas? Check out our options for podcast and newsletter ads at⁠ citycast.fm/advertise⁠. This week, we discuss why Senator Jacky Rosen of Nevada ⁠joined forces⁠ with seven other Democrats, crossing party lines to vote for the GOP’s budget bill and end our country’s longest federal shutdown. But at ⁠whose urging⁠? Nevada Independent opinions editor Andrew Kiraly joins co-hosts Sarah Lohman and Dayvid Figler to discuss. Plus, why the ⁠Housekeeping Olympics⁠, now in its 35th year, matter more than ever, and how the return of the ⁠TI pirate show⁠ turned out to be a big ol' rumor.

Learn more about the sponsors of this November 14th episode:

⁠Southern Nevada Water Authority⁠

⁠Black Mountain Institute⁠

⁠JK Studios!⁠

⁠The Neon Museum⁠ - Nevada residents, light up your night with 50% off admission to The Neon Museum! 

⁠Babbel⁠ - Get up to 55% off at ⁠Babbel.com/CITYCAST⁠

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]]> 2316 Every Apocalyptic Movie Set in Vegas, Ranked Las Vegas has seen its share of wild nights — but what happens when the world actually ends? In honor of the upcoming season of "Fallout" set in New Vegas and a Fallout fan celebration in Goodsprings this weekend, co-host Dayvid Figler teams up with filmmaker Darlene Dalmaceda and movie podcaster David Rosen to rank the best (and worst) apocalypse movies set in Sin City. From "Mars Attacks!" to "Blade Runner 2049" and the cult favorite "Six String Samurai," they explore why Hollywood loves to destroy Las Vegas — and imagine what a real post-apocalyptic Vegas might look like (spoiler: no A/C, no water, and probably still some gambling). Learn more about the sponsors of this November 13th episode: Southern Nevada Water Authority Black Mountain Institute JK Studios! The Neon Museum - Nevada residents, light up your night with 50% off admission to The Neon Museum!  Babbel - Get up to 55% off at Babbel.com/CITYCAST Want to get in touch? Follow us @CityCastVegas on Instagram, or email us at lasvegas@citycast.fm. You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719. For more Las Vegas news, make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter, Hey Las Vegas. Learn more about becoming a City Cast Las Vegas Neighbor at membership.citycast.fm. Looking to advertise on City Cast Las Vegas? Check out our options for podcast and newsletter ads at citycast.fm/advertise. Thu, 13 Nov 2025 11:00:00 -0000 full City Cast Las Vegas has seen its share of wild nights — but what happens when the world actually ends? In honor of the upcoming season of "Fallout" set in New Vegas and a Fallout fan celebration in Goodsprings this weekend, co-host Dayvid Figler teams up with filmmaker Darlene Dalmaceda and movie podcaster David Rosen to rank the best (and worst) apocalypse movies set in Sin City. From "Mars Attacks!" to "Blade Runner 2049" and the cult favorite "Six String Samurai," they explore why Hollywood loves to destroy Las Vegas — and imagine what a real post-apocalyptic Vegas might look like (spoiler: no A/C, no water, and probably still some gambling). Learn more about the sponsors of this November 13th episode: Southern Nevada Water Authority Black Mountain Institute JK Studios! The Neon Museum - Nevada residents, light up your night with 50% off admission to The Neon Museum!  Babbel - Get up to 55% off at Babbel.com/CITYCAST Want to get in touch? Follow us @CityCastVegas on Instagram, or email us at lasvegas@citycast.fm. You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719. For more Las Vegas news, make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter, Hey Las Vegas. Learn more about becoming a City Cast Las Vegas Neighbor at membership.citycast.fm. Looking to advertise on City Cast Las Vegas? Check out our options for podcast and newsletter ads at citycast.fm/advertise. Las Vegas has seen its share of wild nights — but what happens when the world actually ends? In honor of the upcoming season of "Fallout" set in New Vegas and a Fallout fan celebration in Goodsprings this weekend, co-host Dayvid Figler teams up with filmmaker Darlene Dalmaceda and movie podcaster David Rosen to rank the best (and worst) apocalypse movies set in Sin City. From "Mars Attacks!" to "Blade Runner 2049" and the cult favorite "Six String Samurai," they explore why Hollywood loves to destroy Las Vegas — and imagine what a real post-apocalyptic Vegas might look like (spoiler: no A/C, no water, and probably still some gambling).

Learn more about the sponsors of this November 13th episode:

Southern Nevada Water Authority

Black Mountain Institute

JK Studios!

The Neon Museum - Nevada residents, light up your night with 50% off admission to The Neon Museum! 

Babbel - Get up to 55% off at Babbel.com/CITYCAST

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]]> 1432 What It's Like To Eat at Every Strip Buffet in a Week As Las Vegans look forward to holiday feasting with family, many of us are planning trips to a classic casino buffet — there's something for everyone. And despite the rise of food halls, the Vegas buffet isn't actually dead. Just ask food writer Janna Karel — last year, she ate at every buffet on the Strip and lived to tell the tale. So we're bringing back a conversation co-host Dayvid Figler had with Janna about which buffets are worth the trip, and how to maximize your buffet experience. Note: Since recording, ⁠the Luxor Buffet has closed⁠, reducing the ⁠total casino buffets to 12⁠. Learn more about the sponsors of this November 12th episode: ⁠Southern Nevada Water Authority⁠ ⁠Black Mountain Institute⁠ ⁠JK Studios!⁠ ⁠The Neon Museum⁠ - Nevada residents, light up your night with 50% off admission to The Neon Museum!  ⁠Babbel⁠ - Get up to 55% off at Babbel.com/CITYCAST Want to get in touch? Follow us @CityCastVegas on ⁠Instagram⁠, or email us at ⁠lasvegas@citycast.fm⁠. You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719. For more Las Vegas news, make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter,⁠ Hey Las Vegas.⁠ Learn more about becoming a City Cast Las Vegas Neighbor at ⁠membership.citycast.fm⁠. Looking to advertise on City Cast Las Vegas? Check out our options for podcast and newsletter ads at⁠ citycast.fm/advertise⁠. Wed, 12 Nov 2025 11:00:00 -0000 full City Cast As Las Vegans look forward to holiday feasting with family, many of us are planning trips to a classic casino buffet — there's something for everyone. And despite the rise of food halls, the Vegas buffet isn't actually dead. Just ask food writer Janna Karel — last year, she ate at every buffet on the Strip and lived to tell the tale. So we're bringing back a conversation co-host Dayvid Figler had with Janna about which buffets are worth the trip, and how to maximize your buffet experience. Note: Since recording, ⁠the Luxor Buffet has closed⁠, reducing the ⁠total casino buffets to 12⁠. Learn more about the sponsors of this November 12th episode: ⁠Southern Nevada Water Authority⁠ ⁠Black Mountain Institute⁠ ⁠JK Studios!⁠ ⁠The Neon Museum⁠ - Nevada residents, light up your night with 50% off admission to The Neon Museum!  ⁠Babbel⁠ - Get up to 55% off at Babbel.com/CITYCAST Want to get in touch? Follow us @CityCastVegas on ⁠Instagram⁠, or email us at ⁠lasvegas@citycast.fm⁠. You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719. For more Las Vegas news, make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter,⁠ Hey Las Vegas.⁠ Learn more about becoming a City Cast Las Vegas Neighbor at ⁠membership.citycast.fm⁠. Looking to advertise on City Cast Las Vegas? Check out our options for podcast and newsletter ads at⁠ citycast.fm/advertise⁠. As Las Vegans look forward to holiday feasting with family, many of us are planning trips to a classic casino buffet — there's something for everyone. And despite the rise of food halls, the Vegas buffet isn't actually dead. Just ask food writer Janna Karel — last year, she ate at every buffet on the Strip and lived to tell the tale. So we're bringing back a conversation co-host Dayvid Figler had with Janna about which buffets are worth the trip, and how to maximize your buffet experience.

Note: Since recording, ⁠the Luxor Buffet has closed⁠, reducing the ⁠total casino buffets to 12⁠.

Learn more about the sponsors of this November 12th episode:

⁠Southern Nevada Water Authority⁠

⁠Black Mountain Institute⁠

⁠JK Studios!⁠

⁠The Neon Museum⁠ - Nevada residents, light up your night with 50% off admission to The Neon Museum! 

⁠Babbel⁠ - Get up to 55% off at Babbel.com/CITYCAST

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]]> 1196 How Henderson Politics Got So Messy Henderson’s looking less “sleepy suburb” and more “Bravo reality show” these days. Just last week, Councilwoman Carrie Cox was indicted for allegedly hiding behind a curtain at City Hall to secretly record a colleague’s conversation. To unpack how the city got here, we revisit our chat with co-host Dayvid Figler and Review-Journal reporter Casey Harrison about Henderson’s growing list of political drama plotlines — from former police chief Hollie Chadwick’s firing and surprise mayoral run against Michelle Romero to council infighting and eyebrow-raising consulting deals. Learn more about the sponsors of this November 11th episode: Southern Nevada Water Authority Black Mountain Institute JK Studios! The Neon Museum - Nevada residents, light up your night with 50% off admission to The Neon Museum!  Babbel - Get up to 55% off at Babbel.com/CITYCAST Want to get in touch? Follow us @CityCastVegas on Instagram, or email us at lasvegas@citycast.fm. You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719. For more Las Vegas news, make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter, Hey Las Vegas. Learn more about becoming a City Cast Las Vegas Neighbor at membership.citycast.fm. Looking to advertise on City Cast Las Vegas? Check out our options for podcast and newsletter ads at citycast.fm/advertise. Tue, 11 Nov 2025 11:00:00 -0000 full City Cast Henderson’s looking less “sleepy suburb” and more “Bravo reality show” these days. Just last week, Councilwoman Carrie Cox was indicted for allegedly hiding behind a curtain at City Hall to secretly record a colleague’s conversation. To unpack how the city got here, we revisit our chat with co-host Dayvid Figler and Review-Journal reporter Casey Harrison about Henderson’s growing list of political drama plotlines — from former police chief Hollie Chadwick’s firing and surprise mayoral run against Michelle Romero to council infighting and eyebrow-raising consulting deals. Learn more about the sponsors of this November 11th episode: Southern Nevada Water Authority Black Mountain Institute JK Studios! The Neon Museum - Nevada residents, light up your night with 50% off admission to The Neon Museum!  Babbel - Get up to 55% off at Babbel.com/CITYCAST Want to get in touch? Follow us @CityCastVegas on Instagram, or email us at lasvegas@citycast.fm. You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719. For more Las Vegas news, make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter, Hey Las Vegas. Learn more about becoming a City Cast Las Vegas Neighbor at membership.citycast.fm. Looking to advertise on City Cast Las Vegas? Check out our options for podcast and newsletter ads at citycast.fm/advertise. Henderson’s looking less “sleepy suburb” and more “Bravo reality show” these days. Just last week, Councilwoman Carrie Cox was indicted for allegedly hiding behind a curtain at City Hall to secretly record a colleague’s conversation. To unpack how the city got here, we revisit our chat with co-host Dayvid Figler and Review-Journal reporter Casey Harrison about Henderson’s growing list of political drama plotlines — from former police chief Hollie Chadwick’s firing and surprise mayoral run against Michelle Romero to council infighting and eyebrow-raising consulting deals.

Learn more about the sponsors of this November 11th episode:

Southern Nevada Water Authority

Black Mountain Institute

JK Studios!

The Neon Museum - Nevada residents, light up your night with 50% off admission to The Neon Museum! 

Babbel - Get up to 55% off at Babbel.com/CITYCAST

Want to get in touch? Follow us @CityCastVegas on Instagram, or email us at lasvegas@citycast.fm. You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719.

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]]> 1496 ICE Activity Is About to Intensify in Las Vegas — Here's What to Know This year, the immigrant community in Las Vegas has been rocked by the intensification of ICE detentions (just look at the abrupt closure of Broadacres this summer, for example). But Professor Michael Kagan, who runs the UNLV Immigration Clinic, explains to co-host Dayvid Figler why things are likely to get much, much worse next year — and what we can do in the face of it all. Note: Las Vegas Neighbors get a special extended cut of this episode in their members-only feed (including a conversation about ICE agents and masks). Learn more about membership at members.citycast.fm. Learn more about the sponsors of this November 10th episode: Southern Nevada Water Authority Black Mountain Institute JK Studios! The Neon Museum - Nevada residents, light up your night with 50% off admission to The Neon Museum!  Babbel - Get up to 55% off at Babbel.com/CITYCAST Want to get in touch? Follow us @CityCastVegas on Instagram, or email us at lasvegas@citycast.fm. You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719. For more Las Vegas news, make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter, Hey Las Vegas. Learn more about becoming a City Cast Las Vegas Neighbor at membership.citycast.fm. Looking to advertise on City Cast Las Vegas? Check out our options for podcast and newsletter ads at citycast.fm/advertise. Mon, 10 Nov 2025 11:00:00 -0000 full City Cast This year, the immigrant community in Las Vegas has been rocked by the intensification of ICE detentions (just look at the abrupt closure of Broadacres this summer, for example). But Professor Michael Kagan, who runs the UNLV Immigration Clinic, explains to co-host Dayvid Figler why things are likely to get much, much worse next year — and what we can do in the face of it all. Note: Las Vegas Neighbors get a special extended cut of this episode in their members-only feed (including a conversation about ICE agents and masks). Learn more about membership at members.citycast.fm. Learn more about the sponsors of this November 10th episode: Southern Nevada Water Authority Black Mountain Institute JK Studios! The Neon Museum - Nevada residents, light up your night with 50% off admission to The Neon Museum!  Babbel - Get up to 55% off at Babbel.com/CITYCAST Want to get in touch? Follow us @CityCastVegas on Instagram, or email us at lasvegas@citycast.fm. You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719. For more Las Vegas news, make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter, Hey Las Vegas. Learn more about becoming a City Cast Las Vegas Neighbor at membership.citycast.fm. Looking to advertise on City Cast Las Vegas? Check out our options for podcast and newsletter ads at citycast.fm/advertise. This year, the immigrant community in Las Vegas has been rocked by the intensification of ICE detentions (just look at the abrupt closure of Broadacres this summer, for example). But Professor Michael Kagan, who runs the UNLV Immigration Clinic, explains to co-host Dayvid Figler why things are likely to get much, much worse next year — and what we can do in the face of it all.

Note: Las Vegas Neighbors get a special extended cut of this episode in their members-only feed (including a conversation about ICE agents and masks). Learn more about membership at members.citycast.fm.

Learn more about the sponsors of this November 10th episode:

Southern Nevada Water Authority

Black Mountain Institute

JK Studios!

The Neon Museum - Nevada residents, light up your night with 50% off admission to The Neon Museum! 

Babbel - Get up to 55% off at Babbel.com/CITYCAST

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]]> 1577 A Lawmaker’s Secret Recordings, Nuclear Testing Confusion, and Airport Delays We've talked about the absolute mess of a political drama in the Henderson City Council before, but this week, a new addition: Councilperson Carrie Cox was just indicted for secretly recording a conversation … while hidden behind a curtain. Co-hosts Dayvid Figler and Sarah Lohman are joined by executive producer Sonja Cho Swanson to untangle the accusations and alliances, and how this might impact next year's mayoral election. Plus, where does President Trump's threat to restart nuclear testing in the Nevada desert just outside Las Vegas actually stand? And with Harry Reid International on the list of airports facing flight reductions, how bad are your holiday travels going to get? Learn more about the sponsors of this November 7th episode: Southern Nevada Water Authority Want to get in touch? Follow us @CityCastVegas on Instagram, or email us at lasvegas@citycast.fm. You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719. For more Las Vegas news, make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter, Hey Las Vegas. Learn more about becoming a City Cast Las Vegas Neighbor at membership.citycast.fm. Looking to advertise on City Cast Las Vegas? Check out our options for podcast and newsletter ads at citycast.fm/advertise. Fri, 07 Nov 2025 11:00:00 -0000 full City Cast We've talked about the absolute mess of a political drama in the Henderson City Council before, but this week, a new addition: Councilperson Carrie Cox was just indicted for secretly recording a conversation … while hidden behind a curtain. Co-hosts Dayvid Figler and Sarah Lohman are joined by executive producer Sonja Cho Swanson to untangle the accusations and alliances, and how this might impact next year's mayoral election. Plus, where does President Trump's threat to restart nuclear testing in the Nevada desert just outside Las Vegas actually stand? And with Harry Reid International on the list of airports facing flight reductions, how bad are your holiday travels going to get? Learn more about the sponsors of this November 7th episode: Southern Nevada Water Authority Want to get in touch? Follow us @CityCastVegas on Instagram, or email us at lasvegas@citycast.fm. You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719. For more Las Vegas news, make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter, Hey Las Vegas. Learn more about becoming a City Cast Las Vegas Neighbor at membership.citycast.fm. Looking to advertise on City Cast Las Vegas? Check out our options for podcast and newsletter ads at citycast.fm/advertise. We've talked about the absolute mess of a political drama in the Henderson City Council before, but this week, a new addition: Councilperson Carrie Cox was just indicted for secretly recording a conversation … while hidden behind a curtain. Co-hosts Dayvid Figler and Sarah Lohman are joined by executive producer Sonja Cho Swanson to untangle the accusations and alliances, and how this might impact next year's mayoral election. Plus, where does President Trump's threat to restart nuclear testing in the Nevada desert just outside Las Vegas actually stand? And with Harry Reid International on the list of airports facing flight reductions, how bad are your holiday travels going to get?

Learn more about the sponsors of this November 7th episode:

Southern Nevada Water Authority

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]]> 2127 AREA15 Is Expanding — What's in Store? ⁠AREA15⁠, the arts and entertainment district known for immersive experiences and tech-infused art, just opened a 30-acre expansion to the public (including a never-before-announced exhibit we get to tease today!). But what exactly does "immersive" mean? AREA15's Chief Marketing Officer Amy Naples joins co-host Dayvid Figler to explain what makes an attraction immersive, share some cool perks for locals, and give recommendations on the best food and drink offered at AREA15. Learn more about the sponsors of this November 6th episode: ⁠Southern Nevada Water Authority⁠ Want to get in touch? Follow us @CityCastVegas on ⁠Instagram⁠, or email us at ⁠lasvegas@citycast.fm⁠. You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719. For more Las Vegas news, make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter,⁠ Hey Las Vegas.⁠ Learn more about becoming a City Cast Las Vegas Neighbor at ⁠membership.citycast.fm⁠. Looking to advertise on City Cast Las Vegas? Check out our options for podcast and newsletter ads at⁠ citycast.fm/advertise⁠. Thu, 06 Nov 2025 11:00:00 -0000 full City Cast ⁠AREA15⁠, the arts and entertainment district known for immersive experiences and tech-infused art, just opened a 30-acre expansion to the public (including a never-before-announced exhibit we get to tease today!). But what exactly does "immersive" mean? AREA15's Chief Marketing Officer Amy Naples joins co-host Dayvid Figler to explain what makes an attraction immersive, share some cool perks for locals, and give recommendations on the best food and drink offered at AREA15. Learn more about the sponsors of this November 6th episode: ⁠Southern Nevada Water Authority⁠ Want to get in touch? Follow us @CityCastVegas on ⁠Instagram⁠, or email us at ⁠lasvegas@citycast.fm⁠. You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719. For more Las Vegas news, make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter,⁠ Hey Las Vegas.⁠ Learn more about becoming a City Cast Las Vegas Neighbor at ⁠membership.citycast.fm⁠. Looking to advertise on City Cast Las Vegas? Check out our options for podcast and newsletter ads at⁠ citycast.fm/advertise⁠. ⁠AREA15⁠, the arts and entertainment district known for immersive experiences and tech-infused art, just opened a 30-acre expansion to the public (including a never-before-announced exhibit we get to tease today!). But what exactly does "immersive" mean? AREA15's Chief Marketing Officer Amy Naples joins co-host Dayvid Figler to explain what makes an attraction immersive, share some cool perks for locals, and give recommendations on the best food and drink offered at AREA15.

Learn more about the sponsors of this November 6th episode:

⁠Southern Nevada Water Authority⁠

Want to get in touch? Follow us @CityCastVegas on ⁠Instagram⁠, or email us at ⁠lasvegas@citycast.fm⁠. You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719.

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]]> 1510 The Knights Have a New Goalie: Should We Care About His Past? Most Las Vegans had never heard of Carter Hart until the Vegas Golden Knights released a cryptic statement announcing a trial period with the Canadian goalie, pledging commitment to their "core values." As it turns out, Hart and four other defendants were recently acquitted in a sexual assault trial that became one of Canada's biggest sports controversies. So why it make so few waves in Las Vegas — and how did Carter Hart's case change hockey? Co-host Dayvid Figler and executive producer Sonja Cho Swanson talk with CBC reporter Kate Dubinski about what Hart's contract says about how professional sports organizations are grappling with consent, power, and justice. Learn more about the sponsors of this November 5th episode: Southern Nevada Water Authority Want to get in touch? Follow us @CityCastVegas on Instagram, or email us at lasvegas@citycast.fm. You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719. For more Las Vegas news, make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter, Hey Las Vegas. Learn more about becoming a City Cast Las Vegas Neighbor at membership.citycast.fm. Looking to advertise on City Cast Las Vegas? Check out our options for podcast and newsletter ads at citycast.fm/advertise. Wed, 05 Nov 2025 11:00:00 -0000 full City Cast Most Las Vegans had never heard of Carter Hart until the Vegas Golden Knights released a cryptic statement announcing a trial period with the Canadian goalie, pledging commitment to their "core values." As it turns out, Hart and four other defendants were recently acquitted in a sexual assault trial that became one of Canada's biggest sports controversies. So why it make so few waves in Las Vegas — and how did Carter Hart's case change hockey? Co-host Dayvid Figler and executive producer Sonja Cho Swanson talk with CBC reporter Kate Dubinski about what Hart's contract says about how professional sports organizations are grappling with consent, power, and justice. Learn more about the sponsors of this November 5th episode: Southern Nevada Water Authority Want to get in touch? Follow us @CityCastVegas on Instagram, or email us at lasvegas@citycast.fm. You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719. For more Las Vegas news, make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter, Hey Las Vegas. Learn more about becoming a City Cast Las Vegas Neighbor at membership.citycast.fm. Looking to advertise on City Cast Las Vegas? Check out our options for podcast and newsletter ads at citycast.fm/advertise. Most Las Vegans had never heard of Carter Hart until the Vegas Golden Knights released a cryptic statement announcing a trial period with the Canadian goalie, pledging commitment to their "core values." As it turns out, Hart and four other defendants were recently acquitted in a sexual assault trial that became one of Canada's biggest sports controversies. So why it make so few waves in Las Vegas — and how did Carter Hart's case change hockey? Co-host Dayvid Figler and executive producer Sonja Cho Swanson talk with CBC reporter Kate Dubinski about what Hart's contract says about how professional sports organizations are grappling with consent, power, and justice.

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Southern Nevada Water Authority

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]]> 1659 How Prepared Is Las Vegas for the SNAP Shortfall? The shutdown has put Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) funding in peril — but that's just the latest hit to the growing population of hundreds of thousands of food insecure people in our state. Southern Nevada already has one of the highest unemployment rates in the country, new work requirements for SNAP benefits go into place in January, and Nevada households pay some of the nation's highest grocery bills. And that's on top of the 1.3 million pounds of canceled food aid earlier this year. Perfect storm, much? Co-host Dayvid Figler talks with Three Square Food Bank CEO Beth Martino about how their organization is pivoting, how the state might step in, and the surprising stats and stories she's hearing on the front lines of hunger. Learn more about the sponsors of this November 4th episode: Southern Nevada Water Authority Want to get in touch? Follow us @CityCastVegas on Instagram, or email us at lasvegas@citycast.fm. You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719. For more Las Vegas news, make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter, Hey Las Vegas. Learn more about becoming a City Cast Las Vegas Neighbor at membership.citycast.fm. Looking to advertise on City Cast Las Vegas? Check out our options for podcast and newsletter ads at citycast.fm/advertise. Tue, 04 Nov 2025 11:00:00 -0000 full City Cast The shutdown has put Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) funding in peril — but that's just the latest hit to the growing population of hundreds of thousands of food insecure people in our state. Southern Nevada already has one of the highest unemployment rates in the country, new work requirements for SNAP benefits go into place in January, and Nevada households pay some of the nation's highest grocery bills. And that's on top of the 1.3 million pounds of canceled food aid earlier this year. Perfect storm, much? Co-host Dayvid Figler talks with Three Square Food Bank CEO Beth Martino about how their organization is pivoting, how the state might step in, and the surprising stats and stories she's hearing on the front lines of hunger. Learn more about the sponsors of this November 4th episode: Southern Nevada Water Authority Want to get in touch? Follow us @CityCastVegas on Instagram, or email us at lasvegas@citycast.fm. You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719. For more Las Vegas news, make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter, Hey Las Vegas. Learn more about becoming a City Cast Las Vegas Neighbor at membership.citycast.fm. Looking to advertise on City Cast Las Vegas? Check out our options for podcast and newsletter ads at citycast.fm/advertise. The shutdown has put Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) funding in peril — but that's just the latest hit to the growing population of hundreds of thousands of food insecure people in our state. Southern Nevada already has one of the highest unemployment rates in the country, new work requirements for SNAP benefits go into place in January, and Nevada households pay some of the nation's highest grocery bills. And that's on top of the 1.3 million pounds of canceled food aid earlier this year. Perfect storm, much? Co-host Dayvid Figler talks with Three Square Food Bank CEO Beth Martino about how their organization is pivoting, how the state might step in, and the surprising stats and stories she's hearing on the front lines of hunger.


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Southern Nevada Water Authority


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]]> 1727 Your Guide to November 2025 in Las Vegas November is officially here in Las Vegas, which means all the fall eats and activities are here too! In this November guide, co-host Sarah Lohman sits down with co-host David Figler and Nevada Current reporter Michael MJ Lyle to discuss their favorite ways to celebrate Thanksgiving in Las Vegas and their can't-miss events of the month. Plus, they get into what and where they'll be eating this month, including all the pizza they can consume at the ⁠Las Vegas Pizza Festival⁠. Can't make it to the festival? Check out our episode on ⁠where to find every style of pizza in Las Vegas⁠ and do your own pizza tour!  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 Las Vegas community.  For even more tips on how to make the most of November in Las Vegas, check out ⁠Hey Las Vegas⁠’ take on what to do this month. Learn more about the sponsors of this November 3rd episode: ⁠Southern Nevada Water Authority⁠ Want to get in touch? Follow us @CityCastVegas on ⁠Instagram⁠, or email us at ⁠lasvegas@citycast.fm⁠. You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719. Learn more about becoming a City Cast Las Vegas Neighbor at ⁠membership.citycast.fm⁠. Looking to advertise on City Cast Las Vegas? Check out our options for podcast and newsletter ads at⁠ citycast.fm/advertise⁠. Mon, 03 Nov 2025 11:00:00 -0000 full City Cast November is officially here in Las Vegas, which means all the fall eats and activities are here too! In this November guide, co-host Sarah Lohman sits down with co-host David Figler and Nevada Current reporter Michael MJ Lyle to discuss their favorite ways to celebrate Thanksgiving in Las Vegas and their can't-miss events of the month. Plus, they get into what and where they'll be eating this month, including all the pizza they can consume at the ⁠Las Vegas Pizza Festival⁠. Can't make it to the festival? Check out our episode on ⁠where to find every style of pizza in Las Vegas⁠ and do your own pizza tour!  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 Las Vegas community.  For even more tips on how to make the most of November in Las Vegas, check out ⁠Hey Las Vegas⁠’ take on what to do this month. Learn more about the sponsors of this November 3rd episode: ⁠Southern Nevada Water Authority⁠ Want to get in touch? Follow us @CityCastVegas on ⁠Instagram⁠, or email us at ⁠lasvegas@citycast.fm⁠. You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719. Learn more about becoming a City Cast Las Vegas Neighbor at ⁠membership.citycast.fm⁠. Looking to advertise on City Cast Las Vegas? Check out our options for podcast and newsletter ads at⁠ citycast.fm/advertise⁠. November is officially here in Las Vegas, which means all the fall eats and activities are here too! In this November guide, co-host Sarah Lohman sits down with co-host David Figler and Nevada Current reporter Michael MJ Lyle to discuss their favorite ways to celebrate Thanksgiving in Las Vegas and their can't-miss events of the month. Plus, they get into what and where they'll be eating this month, including all the pizza they can consume at the ⁠Las Vegas Pizza Festival⁠. Can't make it to the festival? Check out our episode on ⁠where to find every style of pizza in Las Vegas⁠ and do your own pizza tour! 

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 Las Vegas community. 


For even more tips on how to make the most of November in Las Vegas, check out ⁠Hey Las Vegas⁠’ take on what to do this month.

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⁠Southern Nevada Water Authority⁠


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]]> 1742 Can Nevada Save SNAP? Plus, the GOP’s Odds of a Vegas Convention and Wild West Explosives Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program funds are set to expire tomorrow, leaving roughly half a million Nevadans without critical food assistance. Yesterday, state leaders approved filling the gap with a $30 million contingency fund — but is it enough? Co-hosts Dayvid Figler and Sarah Lohman sit down with community advocate Patricia Haddad Bennett to discuss. Next, the team looks at why the GOP is looking at Las Vegas for a possible midterm convention, and what happened in the tiny desert town of Goodsprings when a box of good old-fashioning mine shaft dynamite was discovered. Learn more about the sponsors of this October 31st episode: Water Lantern Festival Want to get in touch? Follow us @CityCastVegas on Instagram, or email us at lasvegas@citycast.fm. You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719. For more Las Vegas news, make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter, Hey Las Vegas. Learn more about becoming a City Cast Las Vegas Neighbor at membership.citycast.fm. Looking to advertise on City Cast Las Vegas? Check out our options for podcast and newsletter ads at citycast.fm/advertise. Fri, 31 Oct 2025 10:00:00 -0000 full City Cast Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program funds are set to expire tomorrow, leaving roughly half a million Nevadans without critical food assistance. Yesterday, state leaders approved filling the gap with a $30 million contingency fund — but is it enough? Co-hosts Dayvid Figler and Sarah Lohman sit down with community advocate Patricia Haddad Bennett to discuss. Next, the team looks at why the GOP is looking at Las Vegas for a possible midterm convention, and what happened in the tiny desert town of Goodsprings when a box of good old-fashioning mine shaft dynamite was discovered. Learn more about the sponsors of this October 31st episode: Water Lantern Festival Want to get in touch? Follow us @CityCastVegas on Instagram, or email us at lasvegas@citycast.fm. You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719. For more Las Vegas news, make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter, Hey Las Vegas. Learn more about becoming a City Cast Las Vegas Neighbor at membership.citycast.fm. Looking to advertise on City Cast Las Vegas? Check out our options for podcast and newsletter ads at citycast.fm/advertise. Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program funds are set to expire tomorrow, leaving roughly half a million Nevadans without critical food assistance. Yesterday, state leaders approved filling the gap with a $30 million contingency fund — but is it enough? Co-hosts Dayvid Figler and Sarah Lohman sit down with community advocate Patricia Haddad Bennett to discuss. Next, the team looks at why the GOP is looking at Las Vegas for a possible midterm convention, and what happened in the tiny desert town of Goodsprings when a box of good old-fashioning mine shaft dynamite was discovered.

Learn more about the sponsors of this October 31st episode:

Water Lantern Festival


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]]> 2035 Your Bank Account Connected to a Slot Machine — What Could Possibly Go Wrong? A Las Vegas-based company recently unveiled new cashless gambling technology which would allow gamblers to connect slot machines directly to their bank account via QR code. So, ya know, what could possibly go wrong? Then again … is there an upside? Co-host Dayvid Figler is joined by gaming industry veteran and UNLV faculty member Alan Feldman and Josh Swissman, GMA Consulting Founding Partner and Gaming Industry Expert, for a spirited conversation about the pros and cons of making gambling easier than ever. Learn more about the sponsors of this October 29th episode: Water Lantern Festival Want to get in touch? Follow us @CityCastVegas on Instagram, or email us at lasvegas@citycast.fm. You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719. For more Las Vegas news, make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter, Hey Las Vegas. Learn more about becoming a City Cast Las Vegas Neighbor at membership.citycast.fm. Looking to advertise on City Cast Las Vegas? Check out our options for podcast and newsletter ads at citycast.fm/advertise. Thu, 30 Oct 2025 10:00:00 -0000 full City Cast A Las Vegas-based company recently unveiled new cashless gambling technology which would allow gamblers to connect slot machines directly to their bank account via QR code. So, ya know, what could possibly go wrong? Then again … is there an upside? Co-host Dayvid Figler is joined by gaming industry veteran and UNLV faculty member Alan Feldman and Josh Swissman, GMA Consulting Founding Partner and Gaming Industry Expert, for a spirited conversation about the pros and cons of making gambling easier than ever. Learn more about the sponsors of this October 29th episode: Water Lantern Festival Want to get in touch? Follow us @CityCastVegas on Instagram, or email us at lasvegas@citycast.fm. You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719. For more Las Vegas news, make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter, Hey Las Vegas. Learn more about becoming a City Cast Las Vegas Neighbor at membership.citycast.fm. Looking to advertise on City Cast Las Vegas? Check out our options for podcast and newsletter ads at citycast.fm/advertise. A Las Vegas-based company recently unveiled new cashless gambling technology which would allow gamblers to connect slot machines directly to their bank account via QR code. So, ya know, what could possibly go wrong? Then again … is there an upside? Co-host Dayvid Figler is joined by gaming industry veteran and UNLV faculty member Alan Feldman and Josh Swissman, GMA Consulting Founding Partner and Gaming Industry Expert, for a spirited conversation about the pros and cons of making gambling easier than ever.


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Water Lantern Festival


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]]> 1508 The Most Haunted Places in Las Vegas Las Vegas is a funky vortex where unexplained phenomena and unsettled energy swirl about in ways that send shivers down your spine, but there are some spots in town that have an extra spooky energy– and maybe even a few ghosts. Co-host Dayvid Figler chats with ⁠Las Vegas Ghosts⁠ tour guide and long-time local scribe Brian Weiss about the most haunted places in Las Vegas to visit this Halloween season. Learn more about the sponsors of this October 29th episode: ⁠Water Lantern Festival⁠ Want to get in touch? Follow us @CityCastVegas on ⁠Instagram⁠, or email us at ⁠lasvegas@citycast.fm⁠. You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719. For more Las Vegas news, make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter,⁠ Hey Las Vegas.⁠ Learn more about becoming a City Cast Las Vegas Neighbor at ⁠membership.citycast.fm⁠. Looking to advertise on City Cast Las Vegas? Check out our options for podcast and newsletter ads at⁠ citycast.fm/advertise⁠. Wed, 29 Oct 2025 10:00:00 -0000 full City Cast Las Vegas is a funky vortex where unexplained phenomena and unsettled energy swirl about in ways that send shivers down your spine, but there are some spots in town that have an extra spooky energy– and maybe even a few ghosts. Co-host Dayvid Figler chats with ⁠Las Vegas Ghosts⁠ tour guide and long-time local scribe Brian Weiss about the most haunted places in Las Vegas to visit this Halloween season. Learn more about the sponsors of this October 29th episode: ⁠Water Lantern Festival⁠ Want to get in touch? Follow us @CityCastVegas on ⁠Instagram⁠, or email us at ⁠lasvegas@citycast.fm⁠. You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719. For more Las Vegas news, make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter,⁠ Hey Las Vegas.⁠ Learn more about becoming a City Cast Las Vegas Neighbor at ⁠membership.citycast.fm⁠. Looking to advertise on City Cast Las Vegas? Check out our options for podcast and newsletter ads at⁠ citycast.fm/advertise⁠. Las Vegas is a funky vortex where unexplained phenomena and unsettled energy swirl about in ways that send shivers down your spine, but there are some spots in town that have an extra spooky energy– and maybe even a few ghosts. Co-host Dayvid Figler chats with ⁠Las Vegas Ghosts⁠ tour guide and long-time local scribe Brian Weiss about the most haunted places in Las Vegas to visit this Halloween season.

Learn more about the sponsors of this October 29th episode:

⁠Water Lantern Festival⁠

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]]> 1498 Will a Ban on Grass Affect You in 2026? Think back a million years ago to 2023, when AB 356 was passed — that state law forbids watering so-called "non-functional turf" at businesses, HOAs, government buildings, and roadways. And the deadline to convert is coming up next year.  So we're bringing back a conversation that co-host Dayvid Figler had with JC Davis from the Southern Nevada Water Authority about who has to convert "useless grass," if your doggos will go on potty strike, and why the time to convert (and take advantage of those rebates) is now. Learn more about the sponsors of this October 28th episode: Water Lantern Festival Want to get in touch? Follow us @CityCastVegas on Instagram, or email us at lasvegas@citycast.fm. You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719. For more Las Vegas news, make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter, Hey Las Vegas. Learn more about becoming a City Cast Las Vegas Neighbor at membership.citycast.fm. Looking to advertise on City Cast Las Vegas? Check out our options for podcast and newsletter ads at citycast.fm/advertise. Tue, 28 Oct 2025 10:00:00 -0000 full City Cast Think back a million years ago to 2023, when AB 356 was passed — that state law forbids watering so-called "non-functional turf" at businesses, HOAs, government buildings, and roadways. And the deadline to convert is coming up next year.  So we're bringing back a conversation that co-host Dayvid Figler had with JC Davis from the Southern Nevada Water Authority about who has to convert "useless grass," if your doggos will go on potty strike, and why the time to convert (and take advantage of those rebates) is now. Learn more about the sponsors of this October 28th episode: Water Lantern Festival Want to get in touch? Follow us @CityCastVegas on Instagram, or email us at lasvegas@citycast.fm. You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719. For more Las Vegas news, make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter, Hey Las Vegas. Learn more about becoming a City Cast Las Vegas Neighbor at membership.citycast.fm. Looking to advertise on City Cast Las Vegas? Check out our options for podcast and newsletter ads at citycast.fm/advertise. Think back a million years ago to 2023, when AB 356 was passed — that state law forbids watering so-called "non-functional turf" at businesses, HOAs, government buildings, and roadways. And the deadline to convert is coming up next year.  So we're bringing back a conversation that co-host Dayvid Figler had with JC Davis from the Southern Nevada Water Authority about who has to convert "useless grass," if your doggos will go on potty strike, and why the time to convert (and take advantage of those rebates) is now.


Learn more about the sponsors of this October 28th episode:

Water Lantern Festival

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]]> 1342 The Best Birthday Freebies in Vegas With Nevada's birthday just around the corner, what better way to celebrate than with a roundup of all the best birthday freebies in town? Co-host Dayvid Figler catches up with Hey Las Vegas editor Rob Kachelriess on ⁠what you can snag on your special day⁠ — from shots to movies, and even free play at casinos. Plus, some fun suggestions on how to celebrate your own special day in Vegas.  Learn more about the sponsors of this October 27th episode: ⁠Water Lantern Festival⁠ Want to get in touch? Follow us @CityCastVegas on ⁠Instagram⁠, or email us at ⁠lasvegas@citycast.fm⁠. You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719. For more Las Vegas news, make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter,⁠ Hey Las Vegas.⁠ Learn more about becoming a City Cast Las Vegas Neighbor at ⁠membership.citycast.fm⁠. Looking to advertise on City Cast Las Vegas? Check out our options for podcast and newsletter ads at⁠ citycast.fm/advertise⁠. Mon, 27 Oct 2025 10:00:00 -0000 full City Cast With Nevada's birthday just around the corner, what better way to celebrate than with a roundup of all the best birthday freebies in town? Co-host Dayvid Figler catches up with Hey Las Vegas editor Rob Kachelriess on ⁠what you can snag on your special day⁠ — from shots to movies, and even free play at casinos. Plus, some fun suggestions on how to celebrate your own special day in Vegas.  Learn more about the sponsors of this October 27th episode: ⁠Water Lantern Festival⁠ Want to get in touch? Follow us @CityCastVegas on ⁠Instagram⁠, or email us at ⁠lasvegas@citycast.fm⁠. You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719. For more Las Vegas news, make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter,⁠ Hey Las Vegas.⁠ Learn more about becoming a City Cast Las Vegas Neighbor at ⁠membership.citycast.fm⁠. Looking to advertise on City Cast Las Vegas? Check out our options for podcast and newsletter ads at⁠ citycast.fm/advertise⁠. With Nevada's birthday just around the corner, what better way to celebrate than with a roundup of all the best birthday freebies in town? Co-host Dayvid Figler catches up with Hey Las Vegas editor Rob Kachelriess on ⁠what you can snag on your special day⁠ — from shots to movies, and even free play at casinos. Plus, some fun suggestions on how to celebrate your own special day in Vegas. 


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⁠Water Lantern Festival⁠


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]]> 1302 Can Nevada Spend Federal Funds in Time? Plus, Local Lobbying On the Rise, and the Return (?) of the Super Bowl State officials are scrambling to spend use-it-or-lose-it federal funds before they dry up next year — why is that so hard? Co-hosts Dayvid Figler and Sarah Lohman sit down with Nevada Current Deputy Editor April Corbin Girnus to discuss. Plus, why local governments like Clark County and the Southern Nevada Water District are spending more than ever on lobbyists, and Las Vegas eyes the return of the Super Bowl — in 2029. Learn more about the sponsors of this October 24th episode: Water Lantern Festival Opportunity Village The Neon Museum - Nevada residents, light up your night with 50% off admission to The Neon Museum!  Want to get in touch? Follow us @CityCastVegas on Instagram, or email us at lasvegas@citycast.fm. You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719. For more Las Vegas news, make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter, Hey Las Vegas. Learn more about becoming a City Cast Las Vegas Neighbor at membership.citycast.fm. Looking to advertise on City Cast Las Vegas? Check out our options for podcast and newsletter ads at citycast.fm/advertise. Fri, 24 Oct 2025 10:00:00 -0000 full City Cast State officials are scrambling to spend use-it-or-lose-it federal funds before they dry up next year — why is that so hard? Co-hosts Dayvid Figler and Sarah Lohman sit down with Nevada Current Deputy Editor April Corbin Girnus to discuss. Plus, why local governments like Clark County and the Southern Nevada Water District are spending more than ever on lobbyists, and Las Vegas eyes the return of the Super Bowl — in 2029. Learn more about the sponsors of this October 24th episode: Water Lantern Festival Opportunity Village The Neon Museum - Nevada residents, light up your night with 50% off admission to The Neon Museum!  Want to get in touch? Follow us @CityCastVegas on Instagram, or email us at lasvegas@citycast.fm. You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719. For more Las Vegas news, make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter, Hey Las Vegas. Learn more about becoming a City Cast Las Vegas Neighbor at membership.citycast.fm. Looking to advertise on City Cast Las Vegas? Check out our options for podcast and newsletter ads at citycast.fm/advertise. State officials are scrambling to spend use-it-or-lose-it federal funds before they dry up next year — why is that so hard? Co-hosts Dayvid Figler and Sarah Lohman sit down with Nevada Current Deputy Editor April Corbin Girnus to discuss. Plus, why local governments like Clark County and the Southern Nevada Water District are spending more than ever on lobbyists, and Las Vegas eyes the return of the Super Bowl — in 2029.


Learn more about the sponsors of this October 24th episode:

Water Lantern Festival

Opportunity Village

The Neon Museum - Nevada residents, light up your night with 50% off admission to The Neon Museum! 


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]]> 2146 How to Get Your Winter On at Mt. Charleston’s Lee Canyon Mt. Charleston just got its first snowfall — and for us Valley-dwellers, heading up to Lee Canyon for skiing and snowball fights is a time-honored tradition. Co-host Dayvid Figler talks with Johnny DeGeorge, lifelong Lee Canyon visitor and current marketing coordinator at the ski resort, to get his best tips for making the most of your day at Lee Canyon. Don't forget to check out ⁠Ullr Fest⁠, Lee Canyon's winter kick off party on November 1st. Learn more about the sponsors of this October 23rd episode: ⁠Water Lantern Festival⁠ ⁠Opportunity Village⁠ ⁠The Neon Museum⁠ - Nevada residents, light up your night with 50% off admission to The Neon Museum!  Want to get in touch? Follow us @CityCastVegas on ⁠Instagram⁠, or email us at ⁠lasvegas@citycast.fm⁠. You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719. For more Las Vegas news, make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter,⁠ Hey Las Vegas.⁠ Learn more about becoming a City Cast Las Vegas Neighbor at ⁠membership.citycast.fm⁠. Looking to advertise on City Cast Las Vegas? Check out our options for podcast and newsletter ads at⁠ citycast.fm/advertise⁠. Thu, 23 Oct 2025 10:00:00 -0000 full City Cast Mt. Charleston just got its first snowfall — and for us Valley-dwellers, heading up to Lee Canyon for skiing and snowball fights is a time-honored tradition. Co-host Dayvid Figler talks with Johnny DeGeorge, lifelong Lee Canyon visitor and current marketing coordinator at the ski resort, to get his best tips for making the most of your day at Lee Canyon. Don't forget to check out ⁠Ullr Fest⁠, Lee Canyon's winter kick off party on November 1st. Learn more about the sponsors of this October 23rd episode: ⁠Water Lantern Festival⁠ ⁠Opportunity Village⁠ ⁠The Neon Museum⁠ - Nevada residents, light up your night with 50% off admission to The Neon Museum!  Want to get in touch? Follow us @CityCastVegas on ⁠Instagram⁠, or email us at ⁠lasvegas@citycast.fm⁠. You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719. For more Las Vegas news, make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter,⁠ Hey Las Vegas.⁠ Learn more about becoming a City Cast Las Vegas Neighbor at ⁠membership.citycast.fm⁠. Looking to advertise on City Cast Las Vegas? Check out our options for podcast and newsletter ads at⁠ citycast.fm/advertise⁠. Mt. Charleston just got its first snowfall — and for us Valley-dwellers, heading up to Lee Canyon for skiing and snowball fights is a time-honored tradition. Co-host Dayvid Figler talks with Johnny DeGeorge, lifelong Lee Canyon visitor and current marketing coordinator at the ski resort, to get his best tips for making the most of your day at Lee Canyon.

Don't forget to check out ⁠Ullr Fest⁠, Lee Canyon's winter kick off party on November 1st.


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]]> 1317 Prickly Pear, Mesquite, and Other Wild Foods Around Las Vegas This Fall We're not much of a fall foliage town, but there are subtle signs of the season if you know where to look — and some of those changes are happening right in your backyard. So we're bringing back a conversation between co-hosts Dayvid Figler and Sarah Lohman (a culinary historian) about how to celebrate harvest season with the wild foods growing all around Las Vegas. Get your copy of "⁠Southwest Foraging⁠" here. Learn more about the sponsors of this October 22nd episode: ⁠Water Lantern Festival⁠ ⁠Opportunity Village⁠ ⁠The Neon Museum⁠ - Nevada residents, light up your night with 50% off admission to The Neon Museum!  Want to get in touch? Follow us @CityCastVegas on ⁠Instagram⁠, or email us at ⁠lasvegas@citycast.fm⁠. You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719. For more Las Vegas news, make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter,⁠ Hey Las Vegas.⁠ Learn more about becoming a City Cast Las Vegas Neighbor at ⁠membership.citycast.fm⁠. Looking to advertise on City Cast Las Vegas? Check out our options for podcast and newsletter ads at⁠ citycast.fm/advertise⁠. Wed, 22 Oct 2025 10:00:00 -0000 full City Cast We're not much of a fall foliage town, but there are subtle signs of the season if you know where to look — and some of those changes are happening right in your backyard. So we're bringing back a conversation between co-hosts Dayvid Figler and Sarah Lohman (a culinary historian) about how to celebrate harvest season with the wild foods growing all around Las Vegas. Get your copy of "⁠Southwest Foraging⁠" here. Learn more about the sponsors of this October 22nd episode: ⁠Water Lantern Festival⁠ ⁠Opportunity Village⁠ ⁠The Neon Museum⁠ - Nevada residents, light up your night with 50% off admission to The Neon Museum!  Want to get in touch? Follow us @CityCastVegas on ⁠Instagram⁠, or email us at ⁠lasvegas@citycast.fm⁠. You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719. For more Las Vegas news, make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter,⁠ Hey Las Vegas.⁠ Learn more about becoming a City Cast Las Vegas Neighbor at ⁠membership.citycast.fm⁠. Looking to advertise on City Cast Las Vegas? Check out our options for podcast and newsletter ads at⁠ citycast.fm/advertise⁠. We're not much of a fall foliage town, but there are subtle signs of the season if you know where to look — and some of those changes are happening right in your backyard. So we're bringing back a conversation between co-hosts Dayvid Figler and Sarah Lohman (a culinary historian) about how to celebrate harvest season with the wild foods growing all around Las Vegas.


Get your copy of "⁠Southwest Foraging⁠" here.

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]]> 1337 What Do Las Vegas City Marshals Do? Metro police officers aren't the only law enforcement officials in the Valley — the Las Vegas Marshals are employed by the city, and their purview is a little different. So what exactly do they do, and why are they at the center of controversy this year? Co-host Sarah Lohman talks with Oona Milliken, reporter at the Nevada Independent, about her ⁠reporting⁠ on the lawsuits dogging Las Vegas City Marshals. Learn more about the sponsors of this October 21st episode: ⁠Water Lantern Festival⁠ ⁠Opportunity Village⁠ ⁠The Neon Museum⁠ - Nevada residents, light up your night with 50% off admission to The Neon Museum!  Want to get in touch? Follow us @CityCastVegas on ⁠Instagram⁠, or email us at ⁠lasvegas@citycast.fm⁠. You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719. For more Las Vegas news, make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter,⁠ Hey Las Vegas.⁠ Learn more about becoming a City Cast Las Vegas Neighbor at ⁠membership.citycast.fm⁠. Looking to advertise on City Cast Las Vegas? Check out our options for podcast and newsletter ads at⁠ citycast.fm/advertise⁠. Tue, 21 Oct 2025 10:00:00 -0000 full City Cast Metro police officers aren't the only law enforcement officials in the Valley — the Las Vegas Marshals are employed by the city, and their purview is a little different. So what exactly do they do, and why are they at the center of controversy this year? Co-host Sarah Lohman talks with Oona Milliken, reporter at the Nevada Independent, about her ⁠reporting⁠ on the lawsuits dogging Las Vegas City Marshals. Learn more about the sponsors of this October 21st episode: ⁠Water Lantern Festival⁠ ⁠Opportunity Village⁠ ⁠The Neon Museum⁠ - Nevada residents, light up your night with 50% off admission to The Neon Museum!  Want to get in touch? Follow us @CityCastVegas on ⁠Instagram⁠, or email us at ⁠lasvegas@citycast.fm⁠. You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719. For more Las Vegas news, make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter,⁠ Hey Las Vegas.⁠ Learn more about becoming a City Cast Las Vegas Neighbor at ⁠membership.citycast.fm⁠. Looking to advertise on City Cast Las Vegas? Check out our options for podcast and newsletter ads at⁠ citycast.fm/advertise⁠. Metro police officers aren't the only law enforcement officials in the Valley — the Las Vegas Marshals are employed by the city, and their purview is a little different. So what exactly do they do, and why are they at the center of controversy this year? Co-host Sarah Lohman talks with Oona Milliken, reporter at the Nevada Independent, about her ⁠reporting⁠ on the lawsuits dogging Las Vegas City Marshals.


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⁠Water Lantern Festival⁠

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]]> 1220 Nevada Is Now One of Three States With Public Health Insurance — Here’s What To Know Healthcare costs are rising, and Nevada just rolled out a potential solution: the Battle Born State Plans, the state's first public health insurance option. But are these new plans actually affordable or just more “political theater”? Co-host Sarah Lohman sits down with Tabitha Mueller, capital bureau chief at The Nevada Independent, to break down what the plans do, who they’re for, and why some brokers and Governor Lombardo are not fans.  Learn more about the sponsors of this October 20th episode: Water Lantern Festival Opportunity Village The Neon Museum - Nevada residents, light up your night with 50% off admission to The Neon Museum!  Want to get in touch? Follow us @CityCastVegas on Instagram, or email us at lasvegas@citycast.fm. You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719. For more Las Vegas news, make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter, Hey Las Vegas. Learn more about becoming a City Cast Las Vegas Neighbor at membership.citycast.fm. Looking to advertise on City Cast Las Vegas? Check out our options for podcast and newsletter ads at citycast.fm/advertise. Mon, 20 Oct 2025 10:00:00 -0000 full City Cast Healthcare costs are rising, and Nevada just rolled out a potential solution: the Battle Born State Plans, the state's first public health insurance option. But are these new plans actually affordable or just more “political theater”? Co-host Sarah Lohman sits down with Tabitha Mueller, capital bureau chief at The Nevada Independent, to break down what the plans do, who they’re for, and why some brokers and Governor Lombardo are not fans.  Learn more about the sponsors of this October 20th episode: Water Lantern Festival Opportunity Village The Neon Museum - Nevada residents, light up your night with 50% off admission to The Neon Museum!  Want to get in touch? Follow us @CityCastVegas on Instagram, or email us at lasvegas@citycast.fm. You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719. For more Las Vegas news, make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter, Hey Las Vegas. Learn more about becoming a City Cast Las Vegas Neighbor at membership.citycast.fm. Looking to advertise on City Cast Las Vegas? Check out our options for podcast and newsletter ads at citycast.fm/advertise. Healthcare costs are rising, and Nevada just rolled out a potential solution: the Battle Born State Plans, the state's first public health insurance option. But are these new plans actually affordable or just more “political theater”? Co-host Sarah Lohman sits down with Tabitha Mueller, capital bureau chief at The Nevada Independent, to break down what the plans do, who they’re for, and why some brokers and Governor Lombardo are not fans. 

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Water Lantern Festival

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The Neon Museum - Nevada residents, light up your night with 50% off admission to The Neon Museum! 

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]]> 1411 Protestors Face Revived Citations, Unions Clash Over Film Tax Credits, and Strippers Against Shutdowns Ahead of tomorrow's No Kings protest, LVMPD Sheriff Kevin McMahill told Channel 8 reporters that they would be refiling evidence against protestors from June whose charges were previously dropped. What does this portend? Co-hosts Dayvid Figler and Sarah Lohman are joined by Nevada Independent Opinion Editor Andrew Kiraly to discuss. They also look at why unions are on both sides of the film tax credit debate, and the sheer Vegas-ness of "Strippers Against Shutdowns." Learn more about the sponsors of this October 17th episode: Babbel - Get up to 55% off at Babbel.com/CITYCAST Want to get in touch? Follow us @CityCastVegas on Instagram, or email us at lasvegas@citycast.fm. You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719. For more Las Vegas news, make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter, Hey Las Vegas. Learn more about becoming a City Cast Las Vegas Neighbor at membership.citycast.fm. Looking to advertise on City Cast Las Vegas? Check out our options for podcast and newsletter ads at citycast.fm/advertise. Fri, 17 Oct 2025 10:00:00 -0000 full City Cast Ahead of tomorrow's No Kings protest, LVMPD Sheriff Kevin McMahill told Channel 8 reporters that they would be refiling evidence against protestors from June whose charges were previously dropped. What does this portend? Co-hosts Dayvid Figler and Sarah Lohman are joined by Nevada Independent Opinion Editor Andrew Kiraly to discuss. They also look at why unions are on both sides of the film tax credit debate, and the sheer Vegas-ness of "Strippers Against Shutdowns." Learn more about the sponsors of this October 17th episode: Babbel - Get up to 55% off at Babbel.com/CITYCAST Want to get in touch? Follow us @CityCastVegas on Instagram, or email us at lasvegas@citycast.fm. You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719. For more Las Vegas news, make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter, Hey Las Vegas. Learn more about becoming a City Cast Las Vegas Neighbor at membership.citycast.fm. Looking to advertise on City Cast Las Vegas? Check out our options for podcast and newsletter ads at citycast.fm/advertise. Ahead of tomorrow's No Kings protest, LVMPD Sheriff Kevin McMahill told Channel 8 reporters that they would be refiling evidence against protestors from June whose charges were previously dropped. What does this portend? Co-hosts Dayvid Figler and Sarah Lohman are joined by Nevada Independent Opinion Editor Andrew Kiraly to discuss. They also look at why unions are on both sides of the film tax credit debate, and the sheer Vegas-ness of "Strippers Against Shutdowns."

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Babbel - Get up to 55% off at Babbel.com/CITYCAST

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]]> 1759 Why Rep. Susie Lee Says This Shutdown Is Different — And Worse As the federal shutdown drags into its third week, Congresswoman Susie Lee joins co-host Dayvid Figler to break down the political deadlock paralyzing Washington and its very real consequences for Nevadans. Representing a swing district that backed Trump in 2024, Lee calls out Republican leadership for refusing to negotiate, citing looming healthcare premium hikes that could devastate working families. Lee also addresses intra-party tensions after Senator Cortez Masto broke ranks to support the GOP-backed spending bill, and opens up about her own bipartisan efforts — and frustrations — as a member of the Problem Solvers Caucus. From the broader collapse of congressional cooperation to the local pain felt by furloughed federal workers, this conversation captures a key moment in a deepening national crisis. Learn more about the sponsors of this October 16th episode: Babbel - Get up to 55% off at Babbel.com/CITYCAST Want to get in touch? Follow us @CityCastVegas on Instagram, or email us at lasvegas@citycast.fm. You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719. For more Las Vegas news, make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter, Hey Las Vegas. Learn more about becoming a City Cast Las Vegas Neighbor at membership.citycast.fm. Looking to advertise on City Cast Las Vegas? Check out our options for podcast and newsletter ads at citycast.fm/advertise. Thu, 16 Oct 2025 10:00:00 -0000 full City Cast As the federal shutdown drags into its third week, Congresswoman Susie Lee joins co-host Dayvid Figler to break down the political deadlock paralyzing Washington and its very real consequences for Nevadans. Representing a swing district that backed Trump in 2024, Lee calls out Republican leadership for refusing to negotiate, citing looming healthcare premium hikes that could devastate working families. Lee also addresses intra-party tensions after Senator Cortez Masto broke ranks to support the GOP-backed spending bill, and opens up about her own bipartisan efforts — and frustrations — as a member of the Problem Solvers Caucus. From the broader collapse of congressional cooperation to the local pain felt by furloughed federal workers, this conversation captures a key moment in a deepening national crisis. Learn more about the sponsors of this October 16th episode: Babbel - Get up to 55% off at Babbel.com/CITYCAST Want to get in touch? Follow us @CityCastVegas on Instagram, or email us at lasvegas@citycast.fm. You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719. For more Las Vegas news, make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter, Hey Las Vegas. Learn more about becoming a City Cast Las Vegas Neighbor at membership.citycast.fm. Looking to advertise on City Cast Las Vegas? Check out our options for podcast and newsletter ads at citycast.fm/advertise. As the federal shutdown drags into its third week, Congresswoman Susie Lee joins co-host Dayvid Figler to break down the political deadlock paralyzing Washington and its very real consequences for Nevadans. Representing a swing district that backed Trump in 2024, Lee calls out Republican leadership for refusing to negotiate, citing looming healthcare premium hikes that could devastate working families. Lee also addresses intra-party tensions after Senator Cortez Masto broke ranks to support the GOP-backed spending bill, and opens up about her own bipartisan efforts — and frustrations — as a member of the Problem Solvers Caucus. From the broader collapse of congressional cooperation to the local pain felt by furloughed federal workers, this conversation captures a key moment in a deepening national crisis.

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Babbel - Get up to 55% off at Babbel.com/CITYCAST

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]]> 1597 From 50 Cents to $15: The Vegas Shrimp Cocktail Story Las Vegas might not have an official dish, but if it did, the shrimp cocktail would be a strong contender. In this episode, we revisit a conversation with co-hosts Dayvid Figler and Sarah Lohman, also a culinary historian, to trace the unexpected rise of this chilled seafood classic. They dive into why the shrimp cocktail became a symbol of affordable luxury in Vegas, how a family-owned casino helped make it iconic, and where you can still find it today. Learn more about the sponsors of this October 15th episode: Black Mountain Institute Babbel - Get up to 55% off at Babbel.com/CITYCAST Want to get in touch? Follow us @CityCastVegas on Instagram, or email us at lasvegas@citycast.fm. You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719. For more Las Vegas news, make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter, Hey Las Vegas. Learn more about becoming a City Cast Las Vegas Neighbor at membership.citycast.fm. Looking to advertise on City Cast Las Vegas? Check out our options for podcast and newsletter ads at citycast.fm/advertise. Wed, 15 Oct 2025 10:00:00 -0000 full City Cast Las Vegas might not have an official dish, but if it did, the shrimp cocktail would be a strong contender. In this episode, we revisit a conversation with co-hosts Dayvid Figler and Sarah Lohman, also a culinary historian, to trace the unexpected rise of this chilled seafood classic. They dive into why the shrimp cocktail became a symbol of affordable luxury in Vegas, how a family-owned casino helped make it iconic, and where you can still find it today. Learn more about the sponsors of this October 15th episode: Black Mountain Institute Babbel - Get up to 55% off at Babbel.com/CITYCAST Want to get in touch? Follow us @CityCastVegas on Instagram, or email us at lasvegas@citycast.fm. You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719. For more Las Vegas news, make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter, Hey Las Vegas. Learn more about becoming a City Cast Las Vegas Neighbor at membership.citycast.fm. Looking to advertise on City Cast Las Vegas? Check out our options for podcast and newsletter ads at citycast.fm/advertise. Las Vegas might not have an official dish, but if it did, the shrimp cocktail would be a strong contender. In this episode, we revisit a conversation with co-hosts Dayvid Figler and Sarah Lohman, also a culinary historian, to trace the unexpected rise of this chilled seafood classic. They dive into why the shrimp cocktail became a symbol of affordable luxury in Vegas, how a family-owned casino helped make it iconic, and where you can still find it today.

Learn more about the sponsors of this October 15th episode:

Black Mountain Institute

Babbel - Get up to 55% off at Babbel.com/CITYCAST


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]]> 1384 What to Expect in the Nevada Legislature's Special Session Last week, Governor Lombardo announced his plan to convene a special session of the Legislature to take care of unfinished business — so what exactly does that mean, what can we expect, and are we at peak special session? Nevada Current deputy editor April Corbin Girnus sits down with co-host Dayvid Figler to explain the ins and outs of the spesh sesh (#speshsesh, we're making it a thing, y'all). Learn more about the sponsors of this October 14th episode: Black Mountain Institute Babbel - Get up to 55% off at Babbel.com/CITYCAST Want to get in touch? Follow us @CityCastVegas on Instagram, or email us at lasvegas@citycast.fm. You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719. For more Las Vegas news, make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter, Hey Las Vegas. Learn more about becoming a City Cast Las Vegas Neighbor at membership.citycast.fm. Looking to advertise on City Cast Las Vegas? Check out our options for podcast and newsletter ads at citycast.fm/advertise. Tue, 14 Oct 2025 10:00:00 -0000 full City Cast Last week, Governor Lombardo announced his plan to convene a special session of the Legislature to take care of unfinished business — so what exactly does that mean, what can we expect, and are we at peak special session? Nevada Current deputy editor April Corbin Girnus sits down with co-host Dayvid Figler to explain the ins and outs of the spesh sesh (#speshsesh, we're making it a thing, y'all). Learn more about the sponsors of this October 14th episode: Black Mountain Institute Babbel - Get up to 55% off at Babbel.com/CITYCAST Want to get in touch? Follow us @CityCastVegas on Instagram, or email us at lasvegas@citycast.fm. You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719. For more Las Vegas news, make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter, Hey Las Vegas. Learn more about becoming a City Cast Las Vegas Neighbor at membership.citycast.fm. Looking to advertise on City Cast Las Vegas? Check out our options for podcast and newsletter ads at citycast.fm/advertise. Last week, Governor Lombardo announced his plan to convene a special session of the Legislature to take care of unfinished business — so what exactly does that mean, what can we expect, and are we at peak special session? Nevada Current deputy editor April Corbin Girnus sits down with co-host Dayvid Figler to explain the ins and outs of the spesh sesh (#speshsesh, we're making it a thing, y'all).

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Black Mountain Institute

Babbel - Get up to 55% off at Babbel.com/CITYCAST

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]]> 1624 BREAKING: State Accuses Tesla Tunnels of Nearly 800 Violations In an exclusive from ProPublica reporter Anjeanette Damon and City Cast co-host Dayvid Figler, a new letter from the Nevada Division of Environmental Protection (NDEP) accuses the Boring Company of nearly 800 violations of a regulatory agreement in the last three years. The agreement was intended to hold the tunneling company, which has plans for 68 miles of Tesla Tunnels under Las Vegas, accountable for regular testing and oversight. But the fines proposed by NDEP for these violations amount to roughly $250,000 — just a fraction of the $3 million they could've levied. So what happens now? Co-host Sarah Lohman sits down with Anjeanette and Dayvid to learn more. Learn more about the sponsors of this October 10th episode: SNWA Opportunity Village Black Mountain Institute Black Rock Resort - Use promo CITYCAST for 20% off, a $50 resort credit, and 2pm late checkout. Want to get in touch? Follow us @CityCastVegas on Instagram, or email us at lasvegas@citycast.fm. You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719. For more Las Vegas news, make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter, Hey Las Vegas. Learn more about becoming a City Cast Las Vegas Neighbor at membership.citycast.fm. Looking to advertise on City Cast Las Vegas? Check out our options for podcast and newsletter ads at citycast.fm/advertise. Fri, 10 Oct 2025 10:00:00 -0000 full City Cast In an exclusive from ProPublica reporter Anjeanette Damon and City Cast co-host Dayvid Figler, a new letter from the Nevada Division of Environmental Protection (NDEP) accuses the Boring Company of nearly 800 violations of a regulatory agreement in the last three years. The agreement was intended to hold the tunneling company, which has plans for 68 miles of Tesla Tunnels under Las Vegas, accountable for regular testing and oversight. But the fines proposed by NDEP for these violations amount to roughly $250,000 — just a fraction of the $3 million they could've levied. So what happens now? Co-host Sarah Lohman sits down with Anjeanette and Dayvid to learn more. Learn more about the sponsors of this October 10th episode: SNWA Opportunity Village Black Mountain Institute Black Rock Resort - Use promo CITYCAST for 20% off, a $50 resort credit, and 2pm late checkout. Want to get in touch? Follow us @CityCastVegas on Instagram, or email us at lasvegas@citycast.fm. You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719. For more Las Vegas news, make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter, Hey Las Vegas. Learn more about becoming a City Cast Las Vegas Neighbor at membership.citycast.fm. Looking to advertise on City Cast Las Vegas? Check out our options for podcast and newsletter ads at citycast.fm/advertise. In an exclusive from ProPublica reporter Anjeanette Damon and City Cast co-host Dayvid Figler, a new letter from the Nevada Division of Environmental Protection (NDEP) accuses the Boring Company of nearly 800 violations of a regulatory agreement in the last three years. The agreement was intended to hold the tunneling company, which has plans for 68 miles of Tesla Tunnels under Las Vegas, accountable for regular testing and oversight. But the fines proposed by NDEP for these violations amount to roughly $250,000 — just a fraction of the $3 million they could've levied. So what happens now? Co-host Sarah Lohman sits down with Anjeanette and Dayvid to learn more.

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SNWA

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]]> 1608 An Insider's Guide to Japanese Dining in Las Vegas https://lasvegas.citycast.fm/ This weekend, the Japanese-American community will gather in Henderson for Aki Matsuri, their fall harvest festival. So to celebrate this food-forward holiday, we're bringing back a conversation that co-host Dayvid Figler had with food influencer Phil Tzeng (AKA @LasVegasFill) about the best Japanese food in Las Vegas. From hearty $12 bowls of curry to kaiseki dinners that can top out well over $500, there's a feast at every price point! Learn more about the sponsors of this October 9th episode: SNWA Opportunity Village Black Mountain Institute Black Rock Resort - Use promo CITYCAST for 20% off, a $50 resort credit, and 2pm late checkout. Want to get in touch? Follow us @CityCastVegas on Instagram, or email us at lasvegas@citycast.fm. You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719. For more Las Vegas news, make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter, Hey Las Vegas. Learn more about becoming a City Cast Las Vegas Neighbor at membership.citycast.fm. Looking to advertise on City Cast Las Vegas? Check out our options for podcast and newsletter ads at citycast.fm/advertise. Thu, 09 Oct 2025 10:00:00 -0000 full City Cast This weekend, the Japanese-American community will gather in Henderson for Aki Matsuri, their fall harvest festival. So to celebrate this food-forward holiday, we're bringing back a conversation that co-host Dayvid Figler had with food influencer Phil Tzeng (AKA @LasVegasFill) about the best Japanese food in Las Vegas. From hearty $12 bowls of curry to kaiseki dinners that can top out well over $500, there's a feast at every price point! Learn more about the sponsors of this October 9th episode: SNWA Opportunity Village Black Mountain Institute Black Rock Resort - Use promo CITYCAST for 20% off, a $50 resort credit, and 2pm late checkout. Want to get in touch? Follow us @CityCastVegas on Instagram, or email us at lasvegas@citycast.fm. You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719. For more Las Vegas news, make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter, Hey Las Vegas. Learn more about becoming a City Cast Las Vegas Neighbor at membership.citycast.fm. Looking to advertise on City Cast Las Vegas? Check out our options for podcast and newsletter ads at citycast.fm/advertise. This weekend, the Japanese-American community will gather in Henderson for Aki Matsuri, their fall harvest festival. So to celebrate this food-forward holiday, we're bringing back a conversation that co-host Dayvid Figler had with food influencer Phil Tzeng (AKA @LasVegasFill) about the best Japanese food in Las Vegas. From hearty $12 bowls of curry to kaiseki dinners that can top out well over $500, there's a feast at every price point!

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]]> 1298 The Feds Just Took a Piece of Nevada’s Lithium Industry — Is That a Good Thing? Last week, Lithium Americas announced an unprecedented new deal with an unlikely partner: The Trump administration. In exchange for a multibillion federal loan, the Nevada-based lithium mine will give the federal government a 5% stake in both the company and the Thacker Pass mine — which is likely to turn into the country's largest source of lithium. So why is the federal government doing, ya know, socialism … and could it possibly be a good thing for America? Eric Neugeboren, reporter at the Nevada Independent, and Vince Beiser, author of "Power Metal: The Race for the Resources That Will Shape the Future," join co-host Dayvid Figler to discuss. Heads up, Vince will be giving a talk titled "The Dirty Secret of 'Clean' Technology" at 4 p.m. TODAY. Head over to the Lily Fong Geoscience building (room 102) at UNLV. Learn more about the sponsors of this October 8th episode: SNWA Opportunity Village Black Mountain Institute Black Rock Resort - Use promo CITYCAST for 20% off, a $50 resort credit, and 2pm late checkout. Want to get in touch? Follow us @CityCastVegas on Instagram, or email us at lasvegas@citycast.fm. You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719. For more Las Vegas news, make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter, Hey Las Vegas. Learn more about becoming a City Cast Las Vegas Neighbor at membership.citycast.fm. Looking to advertise on City Cast Las Vegas? Check out our options for podcast and newsletter ads at citycast.fm/advertise. Wed, 08 Oct 2025 10:00:00 -0000 full City Cast Last week, Lithium Americas announced an unprecedented new deal with an unlikely partner: The Trump administration. In exchange for a multibillion federal loan, the Nevada-based lithium mine will give the federal government a 5% stake in both the company and the Thacker Pass mine — which is likely to turn into the country's largest source of lithium. So why is the federal government doing, ya know, socialism … and could it possibly be a good thing for America? Eric Neugeboren, reporter at the Nevada Independent, and Vince Beiser, author of "Power Metal: The Race for the Resources That Will Shape the Future," join co-host Dayvid Figler to discuss. Heads up, Vince will be giving a talk titled "The Dirty Secret of 'Clean' Technology" at 4 p.m. TODAY. Head over to the Lily Fong Geoscience building (room 102) at UNLV. Learn more about the sponsors of this October 8th episode: SNWA Opportunity Village Black Mountain Institute Black Rock Resort - Use promo CITYCAST for 20% off, a $50 resort credit, and 2pm late checkout. Want to get in touch? Follow us @CityCastVegas on Instagram, or email us at lasvegas@citycast.fm. You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719. For more Las Vegas news, make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter, Hey Las Vegas. Learn more about becoming a City Cast Las Vegas Neighbor at membership.citycast.fm. Looking to advertise on City Cast Las Vegas? Check out our options for podcast and newsletter ads at citycast.fm/advertise. Last week, Lithium Americas announced an unprecedented new deal with an unlikely partner: The Trump administration. In exchange for a multibillion federal loan, the Nevada-based lithium mine will give the federal government a 5% stake in both the company and the Thacker Pass mine — which is likely to turn into the country's largest source of lithium. So why is the federal government doing, ya know, socialism … and could it possibly be a good thing for America? Eric Neugeboren, reporter at the Nevada Independent, and Vince Beiser, author of "Power Metal: The Race for the Resources That Will Shape the Future," join co-host Dayvid Figler to discuss.

Heads up, Vince will be giving a talk titled "The Dirty Secret of 'Clean' Technology" at 4 p.m. TODAY. Head over to the Lily Fong Geoscience building (room 102) at UNLV.

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]]> 1556 The Bizarre, Ongoing Battle Over Tony Hsieh’s Estate Next month will mark five years since former Zappos CEO Tony Hsieh perished in a house fire — and the battle over the billionaire's estate grew even more heated when a purported will surfaced back in April. So what's going on with that legal battle? Review-Journal reporter Eli Segall has been following the court filings and sits down with co-host Dayvid Figler to catch us up on the bizarre twists and turns in this case: Mysterious names, missing witnesses, and unclear motives. Learn more about the sponsors of this October 7th episode: SNWA Black Rock Resort - Use promo CITYCAST for 20% off, a $50 resort credit, and 2pm late checkout. Opportunity Village Want to get in touch? Follow us @CityCastVegas on Instagram, or email us at lasvegas@citycast.fm. You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719. For more Las Vegas news, make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter, Hey Las Vegas. Learn more about becoming a City Cast Las Vegas Neighbor at membership.citycast.fm. Looking to advertise on City Cast Las Vegas? Check out our options for podcast and newsletter ads at citycast.fm/advertise. Tue, 07 Oct 2025 10:00:00 -0000 full City Cast Next month will mark five years since former Zappos CEO Tony Hsieh perished in a house fire — and the battle over the billionaire's estate grew even more heated when a purported will surfaced back in April. So what's going on with that legal battle? Review-Journal reporter Eli Segall has been following the court filings and sits down with co-host Dayvid Figler to catch us up on the bizarre twists and turns in this case: Mysterious names, missing witnesses, and unclear motives. Learn more about the sponsors of this October 7th episode: SNWA Black Rock Resort - Use promo CITYCAST for 20% off, a $50 resort credit, and 2pm late checkout. Opportunity Village Want to get in touch? Follow us @CityCastVegas on Instagram, or email us at lasvegas@citycast.fm. You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719. For more Las Vegas news, make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter, Hey Las Vegas. Learn more about becoming a City Cast Las Vegas Neighbor at membership.citycast.fm. Looking to advertise on City Cast Las Vegas? Check out our options for podcast and newsletter ads at citycast.fm/advertise. Next month will mark five years since former Zappos CEO Tony Hsieh perished in a house fire — and the battle over the billionaire's estate grew even more heated when a purported will surfaced back in April. So what's going on with that legal battle? Review-Journal reporter Eli Segall has been following the court filings and sits down with co-host Dayvid Figler to catch us up on the bizarre twists and turns in this case: Mysterious names, missing witnesses, and unclear motives.

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]]> 1773 The Mormon Influence on Las Vegas History Field trips to the Old Mormon Fort downtown are a schoolchild's rite of passage in Las Vegas — the history of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints is intertwined with our city's earliest days. But how much do you know about the influence of the LDS church on Las Vegas history and politics? Co-host Dayvid Figler talks with historian Geoff Schumacher, Vice President of Exhibits & Programs at the Mob Museum, and Allan Rogers, whose local LDS family roots go back half a century, to help us make sense of how a group known for their wholesome ways found a foothold in arguably the most sinful city in the world. Learn more about the sponsors of this October 6th episode: SNWA Black Rock Resort - Use promo CITYCAST for 20% off, a $50 resort credit, and 2pm late checkout. Opportunity Village Get more from City Cast Las Vegas when you become a City Cast Las Vegas Neighbor. You’ll enjoy perks like ad-free listening, invitations to members only events and more. Join now at https://membership.citycast.fm/ Want to get in touch? Follow us @CityCastVegas on Instagram, or email us at lasvegas@citycast.fm. You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719. For more Las Vegas news, make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter, Hey Las Vegas. Looking to advertise on City Cast Las Vegas? Check out our options for podcast and newsletter ads at citycast.fm/advertise. Mon, 06 Oct 2025 10:00:00 -0000 full City Cast Field trips to the Old Mormon Fort downtown are a schoolchild's rite of passage in Las Vegas — the history of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints is intertwined with our city's earliest days. But how much do you know about the influence of the LDS church on Las Vegas history and politics? Co-host Dayvid Figler talks with historian Geoff Schumacher, Vice President of Exhibits & Programs at the Mob Museum, and Allan Rogers, whose local LDS family roots go back half a century, to help us make sense of how a group known for their wholesome ways found a foothold in arguably the most sinful city in the world. Learn more about the sponsors of this October 6th episode: SNWA Black Rock Resort - Use promo CITYCAST for 20% off, a $50 resort credit, and 2pm late checkout. Opportunity Village Get more from City Cast Las Vegas when you become a City Cast Las Vegas Neighbor. You’ll enjoy perks like ad-free listening, invitations to members only events and more. Join now at https://membership.citycast.fm/ Want to get in touch? Follow us @CityCastVegas on Instagram, or email us at lasvegas@citycast.fm. You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719. For more Las Vegas news, make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter, Hey Las Vegas. Looking to advertise on City Cast Las Vegas? Check out our options for podcast and newsletter ads at citycast.fm/advertise. Field trips to the Old Mormon Fort downtown are a schoolchild's rite of passage in Las Vegas — the history of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints is intertwined with our city's earliest days. But how much do you know about the influence of the LDS church on Las Vegas history and politics? Co-host Dayvid Figler talks with historian Geoff Schumacher, Vice President of Exhibits & Programs at the Mob Museum, and Allan Rogers, whose local LDS family roots go back half a century, to help us make sense of how a group known for their wholesome ways found a foothold in arguably the most sinful city in the world.

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]]> 1767 The Shutdown’s Local Impact, 1 October Memorial Setbacks, and Saving Spirit Airlines (Wrong Answers Only) With the federal shutdown in full swing, how will Las Vegans feel the impact locally — and why did one of our senators cross the aisle to vote for a GOP funding bill? Co-host Sarah Lohman is joined by Nevada Current Reporter Michael MJ Lyle and community advocate Patricia Haddad Bennett, and they discuss the shutdown's local impacts, why fundraising for a 1 October memorial is slowgoing, and how to "save" Spirit Airlines so they can hire back the 400 Vegas-based employees they've just furloughed. Get more from City Cast Las Vegas when you become a City Cast Las Vegas Neighbor. You’ll enjoy perks like ad-free listening, invitations to members only events and more. Plus: Through Oct. 3 (that's today!) when you sign up, you get this awesome tote that says Neighbors Make Las Vegas. Join now at https://membership.citycast.fm/  Want to get in touch? Follow us @CityCastVegas on Instagram, or email us at lasvegas@citycast.fm. You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719. For more Las Vegas news, make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter, Hey Las Vegas. Learn more about becoming a City Cast Las Vegas Neighbor at membership.citycast.fm. Looking to advertise on City Cast Las Vegas? Check out our options for podcast and newsletter ads at citycast.fm/advertise. Fri, 03 Oct 2025 10:00:00 -0000 full City Cast With the federal shutdown in full swing, how will Las Vegans feel the impact locally — and why did one of our senators cross the aisle to vote for a GOP funding bill? Co-host Sarah Lohman is joined by Nevada Current Reporter Michael MJ Lyle and community advocate Patricia Haddad Bennett, and they discuss the shutdown's local impacts, why fundraising for a 1 October memorial is slowgoing, and how to "save" Spirit Airlines so they can hire back the 400 Vegas-based employees they've just furloughed. Get more from City Cast Las Vegas when you become a City Cast Las Vegas Neighbor. You’ll enjoy perks like ad-free listening, invitations to members only events and more. Plus: Through Oct. 3 (that's today!) when you sign up, you get this awesome tote that says Neighbors Make Las Vegas. Join now at https://membership.citycast.fm/  Want to get in touch? Follow us @CityCastVegas on Instagram, or email us at lasvegas@citycast.fm. You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719. For more Las Vegas news, make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter, Hey Las Vegas. Learn more about becoming a City Cast Las Vegas Neighbor at membership.citycast.fm. Looking to advertise on City Cast Las Vegas? Check out our options for podcast and newsletter ads at citycast.fm/advertise. With the federal shutdown in full swing, how will Las Vegans feel the impact locally — and why did one of our senators cross the aisle to vote for a GOP funding bill? Co-host Sarah Lohman is joined by Nevada Current Reporter Michael MJ Lyle and community advocate Patricia Haddad Bennett, and they discuss the shutdown's local impacts, why fundraising for a 1 October memorial is slowgoing, and how to "save" Spirit Airlines so they can hire back the 400 Vegas-based employees they've just furloughed.

Get more from City Cast Las Vegas when you become a City Cast Las Vegas Neighbor. You’ll enjoy perks like ad-free listening, invitations to members only events and more. Plus: Through Oct. 3 (that's today!) when you sign up, you get this awesome tote that says Neighbors Make Las Vegas. Join now at https://membership.citycast.fm/ 

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]]> 2068 The Best Bang-For-Your-Buck Meals in Las Vegas Las Vegas is packed with $30 burgers and $16 cocktails, but where’s the real value? Artist and food writer Brent Holmes joins co-host Dayvid Figler to dish on the best foodie finds that deliver big flavor without busting your budget. Get more from City Cast Las Vegas when you become a City Cast Las Vegas Neighbor. You’ll enjoy perks like ad-free listening, invitations to members only events and more. And now through Oct. 3, when you sign up, you get this awesome tote that says Neighbors Make Las Vegas. Join now at https://membership.citycast.fm/  Want to get in touch? Follow us @CityCastVegas on Instagram, or email us at lasvegas@citycast.fm. You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719. For more Las Vegas news, make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter, Hey Las Vegas. Looking to advertise on City Cast Las Vegas? Check out our options for podcast and newsletter ads at citycast.fm/advertise. Thu, 02 Oct 2025 10:00:00 -0000 full City Cast Las Vegas is packed with $30 burgers and $16 cocktails, but where’s the real value? Artist and food writer Brent Holmes joins co-host Dayvid Figler to dish on the best foodie finds that deliver big flavor without busting your budget. Get more from City Cast Las Vegas when you become a City Cast Las Vegas Neighbor. You’ll enjoy perks like ad-free listening, invitations to members only events and more. And now through Oct. 3, when you sign up, you get this awesome tote that says Neighbors Make Las Vegas. Join now at https://membership.citycast.fm/  Want to get in touch? Follow us @CityCastVegas on Instagram, or email us at lasvegas@citycast.fm. You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719. For more Las Vegas news, make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter, Hey Las Vegas. Looking to advertise on City Cast Las Vegas? Check out our options for podcast and newsletter ads at citycast.fm/advertise. Las Vegas is packed with $30 burgers and $16 cocktails, but where’s the real value? Artist and food writer Brent Holmes joins co-host Dayvid Figler to dish on the best foodie finds that deliver big flavor without busting your budget.

Get more from City Cast Las Vegas when you become a City Cast Las Vegas Neighbor. You’ll enjoy perks like ad-free listening, invitations to members only events and more. And now through Oct. 3, when you sign up, you get this awesome tote that says Neighbors Make Las Vegas. Join now at https://membership.citycast.fm/ 

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]]> 1495 Your Guide to October in Las Vegas 2025 As the desert heat finally breaks, Las Vegans emerge from their air-conditioned cocoons into the city’s best season. In this October guide, co-host Dayvid Figler sits down with writer Scott Dickensheets and poet-artist Vogue Robinson to share their favorite ways to savor the month — from exploring bougie parks and taking scenic day trips, to tracking down the coziest comfort meals for sweater weather. They also spotlight can’t-miss events, including the Las Vegas Book Festival and even an operatic “Scream Queens” mash-up of scary movies and soaring vocals. Want even more cold-weather eats? Check out our ⁠guide to the best ramen⁠ in Las Vegas. 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 Las Vegas community. For ⁠even more tips⁠ on how to make the most of September in Las Vegas, check out our newsletter’s take on what to do this month. Get more from City Cast Las Vegas when you become a City Cast Las Vegas Neighbor. You’ll enjoy perks like ad-free listening, invitations to members-only events and more. PLUS, through Oct. 3, when you sign up, you get this awesome tote that says Neighbors Make Las Vegas! Join now at ⁠https://membership.citycast.fm/⁠ Want to get in touch? Follow us @CityCastVegas on ⁠Instagram⁠, or email us at ⁠lasvegas@citycast.fm⁠. You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719. For more Las Vegas news, make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter,⁠ Hey Las Vegas.⁠ Looking to advertise on City Cast Las Vegas? Check out our options for podcast and newsletter ads at⁠ citycast.fm/advertise⁠. Wed, 01 Oct 2025 10:00:00 -0000 full City Cast As the desert heat finally breaks, Las Vegans emerge from their air-conditioned cocoons into the city’s best season. In this October guide, co-host Dayvid Figler sits down with writer Scott Dickensheets and poet-artist Vogue Robinson to share their favorite ways to savor the month — from exploring bougie parks and taking scenic day trips, to tracking down the coziest comfort meals for sweater weather. They also spotlight can’t-miss events, including the Las Vegas Book Festival and even an operatic “Scream Queens” mash-up of scary movies and soaring vocals. Want even more cold-weather eats? Check out our ⁠guide to the best ramen⁠ in Las Vegas. 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 Las Vegas community. For ⁠even more tips⁠ on how to make the most of September in Las Vegas, check out our newsletter’s take on what to do this month. Get more from City Cast Las Vegas when you become a City Cast Las Vegas Neighbor. You’ll enjoy perks like ad-free listening, invitations to members-only events and more. PLUS, through Oct. 3, when you sign up, you get this awesome tote that says Neighbors Make Las Vegas! Join now at ⁠https://membership.citycast.fm/⁠ Want to get in touch? Follow us @CityCastVegas on ⁠Instagram⁠, or email us at ⁠lasvegas@citycast.fm⁠. You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719. For more Las Vegas news, make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter,⁠ Hey Las Vegas.⁠ Looking to advertise on City Cast Las Vegas? Check out our options for podcast and newsletter ads at⁠ citycast.fm/advertise⁠. As the desert heat finally breaks, Las Vegans emerge from their air-conditioned cocoons into the city’s best season. In this October guide, co-host Dayvid Figler sits down with writer Scott Dickensheets and poet-artist Vogue Robinson to share their favorite ways to savor the month — from exploring bougie parks and taking scenic day trips, to tracking down the coziest comfort meals for sweater weather. They also spotlight can’t-miss events, including the Las Vegas Book Festival and even an operatic “Scream Queens” mash-up of scary movies and soaring vocals. Want even more cold-weather eats? Check out our ⁠guide to the best ramen⁠ in Las Vegas.


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 Las Vegas community.

For ⁠even more tips⁠ on how to make the most of September in Las Vegas, check out our newsletter’s take on what to do this month.

Get more from City Cast Las Vegas when you become a City Cast Las Vegas Neighbor. You’ll enjoy perks like ad-free listening, invitations to members-only events and more. PLUS, through Oct. 3, when you sign up, you get this awesome tote that says Neighbors Make Las Vegas! Join now at ⁠https://membership.citycast.fm/⁠

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]]> 1773 An Insider's Guide to Glamping Around Las Vegas If you've ever wanted to commune with nature but without the bugs, dirt, and primitive toilet situations, then glamping is the answer — and Melinda Sheckells, editor at The Town Magazine, has the insider tips. She tells co-host Dayvid Figler about the best glampgrounds around Las Vegas, and why glamping in the Mojave Desert has exploded in popularity. Learn more about the sponsors of this September 30th episode: City Cast Neighbors - Through Oct. 3 when you sign up you get this awesome tote that says Neighbors Make Las Vegas Get more from City Cast Las Vegas when you become a City Cast Las Vegas Neighbor. You’ll enjoy perks like ad-free listening, invitations to members only events and more. Join now at https://membership.citycast.fm/  Want to get in touch? Follow us @CityCastVegas on Instagram, or email us at lasvegas@citycast.fm. You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719. For more Las Vegas news, make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter, Hey Las Vegas. Looking to advertise on City Cast Las Vegas? Check out our options for podcast and newsletter ads at citycast.fm/advertise. Tue, 30 Sep 2025 10:00:00 -0000 full City Cast If you've ever wanted to commune with nature but without the bugs, dirt, and primitive toilet situations, then glamping is the answer — and Melinda Sheckells, editor at The Town Magazine, has the insider tips. She tells co-host Dayvid Figler about the best glampgrounds around Las Vegas, and why glamping in the Mojave Desert has exploded in popularity. Learn more about the sponsors of this September 30th episode: City Cast Neighbors - Through Oct. 3 when you sign up you get this awesome tote that says Neighbors Make Las Vegas Get more from City Cast Las Vegas when you become a City Cast Las Vegas Neighbor. You’ll enjoy perks like ad-free listening, invitations to members only events and more. Join now at https://membership.citycast.fm/  Want to get in touch? Follow us @CityCastVegas on Instagram, or email us at lasvegas@citycast.fm. You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719. For more Las Vegas news, make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter, Hey Las Vegas. Looking to advertise on City Cast Las Vegas? Check out our options for podcast and newsletter ads at citycast.fm/advertise. If you've ever wanted to commune with nature but without the bugs, dirt, and primitive toilet situations, then glamping is the answer — and Melinda Sheckells, editor at The Town Magazine, has the insider tips. She tells co-host Dayvid Figler about the best glampgrounds around Las Vegas, and why glamping in the Mojave Desert has exploded in popularity.

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]]> 1509 The Real Reason Car Insurance Is So Expensive in Las Vegas If you've moved to Las Vegas recently, you likely seen your car insurance bill go way, way up — Nevada car insurance is 34% higher than the national average, and Las Vegas has some of the highest rates in Nevada. Why?? Today, co-host Dayvid Figler talks with injury attorney Justin Randall, who explains why our car insurance bills are so damn high, and what you can do to protect yourself. Get more from City Cast Las Vegas when you become a City Cast Las Vegas Neighbor. You’ll enjoy perks like ad-free listening, invitations to members only events and more. Join now at https://membership.citycast.fm/  Want to get in touch? Follow us @CityCastVegas on Instagram, or email us at lasvegas@citycast.fm. You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719. For more Las Vegas news, make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter, Hey Las Vegas. Looking to advertise on City Cast Las Vegas? Check out our options for podcast and newsletter ads at citycast.fm/advertise. Mon, 29 Sep 2025 10:00:00 -0000 full City Cast If you've moved to Las Vegas recently, you likely seen your car insurance bill go way, way up — Nevada car insurance is 34% higher than the national average, and Las Vegas has some of the highest rates in Nevada. Why?? Today, co-host Dayvid Figler talks with injury attorney Justin Randall, who explains why our car insurance bills are so damn high, and what you can do to protect yourself. Get more from City Cast Las Vegas when you become a City Cast Las Vegas Neighbor. You’ll enjoy perks like ad-free listening, invitations to members only events and more. Join now at https://membership.citycast.fm/  Want to get in touch? Follow us @CityCastVegas on Instagram, or email us at lasvegas@citycast.fm. You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719. For more Las Vegas news, make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter, Hey Las Vegas. Looking to advertise on City Cast Las Vegas? Check out our options for podcast and newsletter ads at citycast.fm/advertise. If you've moved to Las Vegas recently, you likely seen your car insurance bill go way, way up — Nevada car insurance is 34% higher than the national average, and Las Vegas has some of the highest rates in Nevada. Why?? Today, co-host Dayvid Figler talks with injury attorney Justin Randall, who explains why our car insurance bills are so damn high, and what you can do to protect yourself.

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]]> 1510 The Governor’s Ethics, State Senator DUI, and Vegas Goes on 'Sale' After years of back and forth, the Nevada Commission on Ethics and Governor Joe Lombardo have finally ⁠settled their dispute⁠ over his use of LVMPD "accoutrements" in campaign materials (like his sheriff's badge and uniform) — and what started as a $1.6 million fine has dropped down to a $5,000 "donation." So was the complaint justified to begin with, and what precedent does this settlement set? Executive producer Sonja Cho Swanson talks it out with Battle Born Progress press secretary Jacob Solis and Hey Las Vegas newsletter editor Rob Kachelriess. They also discuss the fallout from state senator Edgar Flores's ⁠DUI charge⁠ and the "fabulous" 5-day Las Vegas hospitality ⁠sale⁠ that maybe, just maybe, fell a little flat. Get more from City Cast Las Vegas when you become a City Cast Las Vegas Neighbor. You’ll enjoy perks like ad-free listening, invitations to members only events and more. Join now at ⁠https://membership.citycast.fm/⁠  Learn more about the sponsors of this September 26th episode: ⁠Babbel⁠ - Get up to 55% off at Babbel.com/CITYCAST ⁠SNWA⁠ Want to get in touch? Follow us @CityCastVegas on ⁠Instagram⁠, or email us at ⁠lasvegas@citycast.fm⁠. You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719. For more Las Vegas news, make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter,⁠ Hey Las Vegas.⁠ Looking to advertise on City Cast Las Vegas? Check out our options for podcast and newsletter ads at⁠ citycast.fm/advertise⁠. Fri, 26 Sep 2025 10:00:00 -0000 full City Cast After years of back and forth, the Nevada Commission on Ethics and Governor Joe Lombardo have finally ⁠settled their dispute⁠ over his use of LVMPD "accoutrements" in campaign materials (like his sheriff's badge and uniform) — and what started as a $1.6 million fine has dropped down to a $5,000 "donation." So was the complaint justified to begin with, and what precedent does this settlement set? Executive producer Sonja Cho Swanson talks it out with Battle Born Progress press secretary Jacob Solis and Hey Las Vegas newsletter editor Rob Kachelriess. They also discuss the fallout from state senator Edgar Flores's ⁠DUI charge⁠ and the "fabulous" 5-day Las Vegas hospitality ⁠sale⁠ that maybe, just maybe, fell a little flat. Get more from City Cast Las Vegas when you become a City Cast Las Vegas Neighbor. You’ll enjoy perks like ad-free listening, invitations to members only events and more. Join now at ⁠https://membership.citycast.fm/⁠  Learn more about the sponsors of this September 26th episode: ⁠Babbel⁠ - Get up to 55% off at Babbel.com/CITYCAST ⁠SNWA⁠ Want to get in touch? Follow us @CityCastVegas on ⁠Instagram⁠, or email us at ⁠lasvegas@citycast.fm⁠. You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719. For more Las Vegas news, make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter,⁠ Hey Las Vegas.⁠ Looking to advertise on City Cast Las Vegas? Check out our options for podcast and newsletter ads at⁠ citycast.fm/advertise⁠. After years of back and forth, the Nevada Commission on Ethics and Governor Joe Lombardo have finally ⁠settled their dispute⁠ over his use of LVMPD "accoutrements" in campaign materials (like his sheriff's badge and uniform) — and what started as a $1.6 million fine has dropped down to a $5,000 "donation." So was the complaint justified to begin with, and what precedent does this settlement set? Executive producer Sonja Cho Swanson talks it out with Battle Born Progress press secretary Jacob Solis and Hey Las Vegas newsletter editor Rob Kachelriess. They also discuss the fallout from state senator Edgar Flores's ⁠DUI charge⁠ and the "fabulous" 5-day Las Vegas hospitality ⁠sale⁠ that maybe, just maybe, fell a little flat.


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]]> 2279 Unpopular Opinions About Las Vegas No venerable Las Vegas institution is safe in this episode — today, co-host Dayvid Figler, performance artist Ernest Hemmings, and Nevada Independent opinions editor Andrew Kiraly bring you their spiciest, most unpopular opinions about Las Vegas.  Learn more about the sponsors of this September 25th episode: Babbel - Get up to 55% off at Babbel.com/CITYCAST SNWA City Cast Neighbors - Now through Oct. 3 when you sign up you get this awesome tote that says Neighbors Make Las Vegas Want to get in touch? Follow us @CityCastVegas on Instagram, or email us at lasvegas@citycast.fm. You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719. For more Las Vegas news, make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter, Hey Las Vegas. Looking to advertise on City Cast Las Vegas? Check out our options for podcast and newsletter ads at citycast.fm/advertise. Thu, 25 Sep 2025 10:00:00 -0000 full City Cast No venerable Las Vegas institution is safe in this episode — today, co-host Dayvid Figler, performance artist Ernest Hemmings, and Nevada Independent opinions editor Andrew Kiraly bring you their spiciest, most unpopular opinions about Las Vegas.  Learn more about the sponsors of this September 25th episode: Babbel - Get up to 55% off at Babbel.com/CITYCAST SNWA City Cast Neighbors - Now through Oct. 3 when you sign up you get this awesome tote that says Neighbors Make Las Vegas Want to get in touch? Follow us @CityCastVegas on Instagram, or email us at lasvegas@citycast.fm. You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719. For more Las Vegas news, make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter, Hey Las Vegas. Looking to advertise on City Cast Las Vegas? Check out our options for podcast and newsletter ads at citycast.fm/advertise. No venerable Las Vegas institution is safe in this episode — today, co-host Dayvid Figler, performance artist Ernest Hemmings, and Nevada Independent opinions editor Andrew Kiraly bring you their spiciest, most unpopular opinions about Las Vegas. 

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]]> 1510 Yes, Mosquitoes Are Getting Worse in Vegas. Here's Why. No, you haven't been imagining things — you are getting more mosquito bites in Las Vegas. Over the last few years, our once proudly mosquito-free desert city is becoming a buzzy bloodsucker's destination, and what's worse, some of them carry deadly diseases like West Nile Virus. So today, co-host Dayvid Figler sits down with UNLV professor Louisa Messenger to learn why our mosquito population is exploding, and what we can do about it. Don't forget to take Dr. Messenger's survey on your experience with mosquitoes. Learn more about the sponsors of this September 24th episode: Babbel - Get up to 60% off at Babbel.com/CITYCAST SNWA Get more from City Cast Las Vegas when you become a City Cast Las Vegas Neighbor. You’ll enjoy perks like ad-free listening, invitations to members only events and now through Oct. 3, when you sign up, you get this awesome tote that says "Neighbors Make Las Vegas". Join now at https://membership.citycast.fm/ Want to get in touch? Follow us @CityCastVegas on Instagram, or email us at lasvegas@citycast.fm. You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719. For more Las Vegas news, make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter, Hey Las Vegas. Learn more about becoming a City Cast Las Vegas Neighbor at membership.citycast.fm. Looking to advertise on City Cast Las Vegas? Check out our options for podcast and newsletter ads at citycast.fm/advertise. Wed, 24 Sep 2025 10:00:00 -0000 full City Cast No, you haven't been imagining things — you are getting more mosquito bites in Las Vegas. Over the last few years, our once proudly mosquito-free desert city is becoming a buzzy bloodsucker's destination, and what's worse, some of them carry deadly diseases like West Nile Virus. So today, co-host Dayvid Figler sits down with UNLV professor Louisa Messenger to learn why our mosquito population is exploding, and what we can do about it. Don't forget to take Dr. Messenger's survey on your experience with mosquitoes. Learn more about the sponsors of this September 24th episode: Babbel - Get up to 60% off at Babbel.com/CITYCAST SNWA Get more from City Cast Las Vegas when you become a City Cast Las Vegas Neighbor. You’ll enjoy perks like ad-free listening, invitations to members only events and now through Oct. 3, when you sign up, you get this awesome tote that says "Neighbors Make Las Vegas". Join now at https://membership.citycast.fm/ Want to get in touch? Follow us @CityCastVegas on Instagram, or email us at lasvegas@citycast.fm. You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719. For more Las Vegas news, make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter, Hey Las Vegas. Learn more about becoming a City Cast Las Vegas Neighbor at membership.citycast.fm. Looking to advertise on City Cast Las Vegas? Check out our options for podcast and newsletter ads at citycast.fm/advertise. No, you haven't been imagining things — you are getting more mosquito bites in Las Vegas. Over the last few years, our once proudly mosquito-free desert city is becoming a buzzy bloodsucker's destination, and what's worse, some of them carry deadly diseases like West Nile Virus. So today, co-host Dayvid Figler sits down with UNLV professor Louisa Messenger to learn why our mosquito population is exploding, and what we can do about it. Don't forget to take Dr. Messenger's survey on your experience with mosquitoes.

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]]> 1693 Why We Still Know So Little About the Nevada Cyberattack On August 24th, the state of Nevada became aware of a major cyberattack on government computers — critical systems like the DMV, Medicare, and employment were taken offline for days or even weeks. Some state websites are still down. So today, a month on, why do we know so little about the attack, and has the governor's office been too tight-lipped? Or are they just trying to protect our systems against other attacks? Jessica Hill, reporter at the Review-Journal, and Steve Sebelius, senior political reporter at Channel 13, have been following the story since it broke, and tell co-host Dayvid Figler what we know, what we don't, and how it could affect Nevadans. Learn more about the sponsors of this September 23rd episode: Babbel - Get up to 60% off at Babbel.com/CITYCAST SNWA Want to get in touch? Follow us @CityCastVegas on Instagram, or email us at lasvegas@citycast.fm. You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719. For more Las Vegas news, make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter, Hey Las Vegas. Learn more about becoming a City Cast Las Vegas Neighbor at membership.citycast.fm. Looking to advertise on City Cast Las Vegas? Check out our options for podcast and newsletter ads at citycast.fm/advertise. Tue, 23 Sep 2025 10:00:00 -0000 full City Cast On August 24th, the state of Nevada became aware of a major cyberattack on government computers — critical systems like the DMV, Medicare, and employment were taken offline for days or even weeks. Some state websites are still down. So today, a month on, why do we know so little about the attack, and has the governor's office been too tight-lipped? Or are they just trying to protect our systems against other attacks? Jessica Hill, reporter at the Review-Journal, and Steve Sebelius, senior political reporter at Channel 13, have been following the story since it broke, and tell co-host Dayvid Figler what we know, what we don't, and how it could affect Nevadans. Learn more about the sponsors of this September 23rd episode: Babbel - Get up to 60% off at Babbel.com/CITYCAST SNWA Want to get in touch? Follow us @CityCastVegas on Instagram, or email us at lasvegas@citycast.fm. You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719. For more Las Vegas news, make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter, Hey Las Vegas. Learn more about becoming a City Cast Las Vegas Neighbor at membership.citycast.fm. Looking to advertise on City Cast Las Vegas? Check out our options for podcast and newsletter ads at citycast.fm/advertise. On August 24th, the state of Nevada became aware of a major cyberattack on government computers — critical systems like the DMV, Medicare, and employment were taken offline for days or even weeks. Some state websites are still down. So today, a month on, why do we know so little about the attack, and has the governor's office been too tight-lipped? Or are they just trying to protect our systems against other attacks? Jessica Hill, reporter at the Review-Journal, and Steve Sebelius, senior political reporter at Channel 13, have been following the story since it broke, and tell co-host Dayvid Figler what we know, what we don't, and how it could affect Nevadans.

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]]> 1681 30 Years of 'Showgirls': Hot Mess or High Art? "Showgirls" turns 30 this year, and while it was panned on release, it’s since earned a reputation as a cult classic. Las Vegas film critic Josh Bell of Awesome Movie Year joins co-host Dayvid Figler for a wild ride through the glittery, gritty, and gloriously unhinged legacy of perhaps the most misunderstood Vegas film of all time. They debate whether it’s genius satire or just a beautiful mess, unpack its connection to Las Vegas myth-making, and even give some love (and shade) to "The Last Showgirl" and "Leprechaun 3." Learn more about the sponsors of this September 22nd episode: Babbel - Get up to 60% off at Babbel.com/CITYCAST SNWA Want to get in touch? Follow us @CityCastVegas on Instagram, or email us at lasvegas@citycast.fm. You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719. For more Las Vegas news, make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter, Hey Las Vegas. Learn more about becoming a City Cast Las Vegas Neighbor at membership.citycast.fm. Looking to advertise on City Cast Las Vegas? Check out our options for podcast and newsletter ads at citycast.fm/advertise. Mon, 22 Sep 2025 10:00:00 -0000 full City Cast "Showgirls" turns 30 this year, and while it was panned on release, it’s since earned a reputation as a cult classic. Las Vegas film critic Josh Bell of Awesome Movie Year joins co-host Dayvid Figler for a wild ride through the glittery, gritty, and gloriously unhinged legacy of perhaps the most misunderstood Vegas film of all time. They debate whether it’s genius satire or just a beautiful mess, unpack its connection to Las Vegas myth-making, and even give some love (and shade) to "The Last Showgirl" and "Leprechaun 3." Learn more about the sponsors of this September 22nd episode: Babbel - Get up to 60% off at Babbel.com/CITYCAST SNWA Want to get in touch? Follow us @CityCastVegas on Instagram, or email us at lasvegas@citycast.fm. You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719. For more Las Vegas news, make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter, Hey Las Vegas. Learn more about becoming a City Cast Las Vegas Neighbor at membership.citycast.fm. Looking to advertise on City Cast Las Vegas? Check out our options for podcast and newsletter ads at citycast.fm/advertise. "Showgirls" turns 30 this year, and while it was panned on release, it’s since earned a reputation as a cult classic. Las Vegas film critic Josh Bell of Awesome Movie Year joins co-host Dayvid Figler for a wild ride through the glittery, gritty, and gloriously unhinged legacy of perhaps the most misunderstood Vegas film of all time. They debate whether it’s genius satire or just a beautiful mess, unpack its connection to Las Vegas myth-making, and even give some love (and shade) to "The Last Showgirl" and "Leprechaun 3."

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]]> 1365 Local Fallout Over Charlie Kirk, NV Energy’s Rate Change, and a Lawsuit Over a Broken Heart From Jimmy Kimmel to CCSD teachers, a realtor, and a pizzeria worker — Las Vegans are facing career repercussions for their commentary on Charlie Kirk's murder, even on their personal social media. In the meantime, Station Casinos is facing criticism for putting up a memorial to Kirk on their marquee signs — but also fielded threats to destroy the sign from a Henderson man in response. Co-host Dayvid Figler and producer Layla Muhammad discuss the politicization of Kirk's death in Southern Nevada with Nevada Current deputy editor April Corbin Girnus. They also break down NV Energy's new rate hikes, and dig into the lawsuit a spurned man has filed against an exotic dancer — was he really scammed, or just heartbroken? Learn more about the sponsors of this September 19th episode: AFAN Black & White Gala Rita Deanin Abbey Art Museum Want to get in touch? Follow us @CityCastVegas on Instagram, or email us at lasvegas@citycast.fm. You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719. For more Las Vegas news, make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter, Hey Las Vegas. Learn more about becoming a City Cast Las Vegas Neighbor at membership.citycast.fm. Looking to advertise on City Cast Las Vegas? Check out our options for podcast and newsletter ads at citycast.fm/advertise. Fri, 19 Sep 2025 10:00:00 -0000 full City Cast From Jimmy Kimmel to CCSD teachers, a realtor, and a pizzeria worker — Las Vegans are facing career repercussions for their commentary on Charlie Kirk's murder, even on their personal social media. In the meantime, Station Casinos is facing criticism for putting up a memorial to Kirk on their marquee signs — but also fielded threats to destroy the sign from a Henderson man in response. Co-host Dayvid Figler and producer Layla Muhammad discuss the politicization of Kirk's death in Southern Nevada with Nevada Current deputy editor April Corbin Girnus. They also break down NV Energy's new rate hikes, and dig into the lawsuit a spurned man has filed against an exotic dancer — was he really scammed, or just heartbroken? Learn more about the sponsors of this September 19th episode: AFAN Black & White Gala Rita Deanin Abbey Art Museum Want to get in touch? Follow us @CityCastVegas on Instagram, or email us at lasvegas@citycast.fm. You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719. For more Las Vegas news, make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter, Hey Las Vegas. Learn more about becoming a City Cast Las Vegas Neighbor at membership.citycast.fm. Looking to advertise on City Cast Las Vegas? Check out our options for podcast and newsletter ads at citycast.fm/advertise. From Jimmy Kimmel to CCSD teachers, a realtor, and a pizzeria worker — Las Vegans are facing career repercussions for their commentary on Charlie Kirk's murder, even on their personal social media. In the meantime, Station Casinos is facing criticism for putting up a memorial to Kirk on their marquee signs — but also fielded threats to destroy the sign from a Henderson man in response. Co-host Dayvid Figler and producer Layla Muhammad discuss the politicization of Kirk's death in Southern Nevada with Nevada Current deputy editor April Corbin Girnus. They also break down NV Energy's new rate hikes, and dig into the lawsuit a spurned man has filed against an exotic dancer — was he really scammed, or just heartbroken?

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]]> 2029 Insanely Good Ramen for Every Season in Las Vegas Ramen is the new pizza. At least, that’s how local food influencer Philip Tzeng (@LasVegasFill) sees it. With steamy broths, slurpable noodles, and long waitlists, ramen has exploded in Las Vegas, and today he joins co-host Dayvid Figler to dish on where to find the city’s best bowls. And as Vegas slowly transitions out of summer (emphasis on slowly), Phil shares some of the best spots for cold ramen, proving it’s a dish that hits the spot whether you’re cooling off or cozying up. Mentioned in this episode: Ramen Sora Ramen Hashi Ramen Boys Sakura Ramen Ramen Ebisu Hachi Toridokoro Jinya Neko Ramen Dragon Tiger Noodle Ramen Show Tachi Ramen & Tea Bar Shokku Ramen Learn more about the sponsors of this September 18th episode: AFAN Black & White Gala Rita Deanin Abbey Art Museum Want to get in touch? Follow us @CityCastVegas on Instagram, or email us at lasvegas@citycast.fm. You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719. For more Las Vegas news, make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter, Hey Las Vegas. Learn more about becoming a City Cast Las Vegas Neighbor at membership.citycast.fm. Looking to advertise on City Cast Las Vegas? Check out our options for podcast and newsletter ads at citycast.fm/advertise. Thu, 18 Sep 2025 10:00:00 -0000 full City Cast Ramen is the new pizza. At least, that’s how local food influencer Philip Tzeng (@LasVegasFill) sees it. With steamy broths, slurpable noodles, and long waitlists, ramen has exploded in Las Vegas, and today he joins co-host Dayvid Figler to dish on where to find the city’s best bowls. And as Vegas slowly transitions out of summer (emphasis on slowly), Phil shares some of the best spots for cold ramen, proving it’s a dish that hits the spot whether you’re cooling off or cozying up. Mentioned in this episode: Ramen Sora Ramen Hashi Ramen Boys Sakura Ramen Ramen Ebisu Hachi Toridokoro Jinya Neko Ramen Dragon Tiger Noodle Ramen Show Tachi Ramen & Tea Bar Shokku Ramen Learn more about the sponsors of this September 18th episode: AFAN Black & White Gala Rita Deanin Abbey Art Museum Want to get in touch? Follow us @CityCastVegas on Instagram, or email us at lasvegas@citycast.fm. You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719. For more Las Vegas news, make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter, Hey Las Vegas. Learn more about becoming a City Cast Las Vegas Neighbor at membership.citycast.fm. Looking to advertise on City Cast Las Vegas? Check out our options for podcast and newsletter ads at citycast.fm/advertise. Ramen is the new pizza. At least, that’s how local food influencer Philip Tzeng (@LasVegasFill) sees it. With steamy broths, slurpable noodles, and long waitlists, ramen has exploded in Las Vegas, and today he joins co-host Dayvid Figler to dish on where to find the city’s best bowls. And as Vegas slowly transitions out of summer (emphasis on slowly), Phil shares some of the best spots for cold ramen, proving it’s a dish that hits the spot whether you’re cooling off or cozying up.


Mentioned in this episode:

Ramen Sora

Ramen Hashi

Ramen Boys

Sakura Ramen

Ramen Ebisu

Hachi

Toridokoro

Jinya

Neko Ramen

Dragon Tiger Noodle

Ramen Show

Tachi Ramen & Tea Bar

Shokku Ramen


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]]> 1470 CCSD Superintendent Jhone Ebert Grades Her First 100 Days When Superintendent Jhone Ebert took up her post at the helm of the Clark County School District this year, she inherited contract disputes, low morale, and flagging student test scores. But Ebert came in with an ambitious 100 Day Plan — so now, three months in, how's she doing? Co-host Dayvid Figler sits down with the Superintendent to discuss the changes she's put into place, and why she thinks CCSD schools deserve a better rap. Learn more about the sponsors of this September 17th episode: AFAN Black & White Gala Rita Deanin Abbey Art Museum Want to get in touch? Follow us @CityCastVegas on Instagram, or email us at lasvegas@citycast.fm. You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719. For more Las Vegas news, make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter, Hey Las Vegas. Learn more about becoming a City Cast Las Vegas Neighbor at membership.citycast.fm. Looking to advertise on City Cast Las Vegas? Check out our options for podcast and newsletter ads at citycast.fm/advertise. Wed, 17 Sep 2025 10:00:00 -0000 full City Cast When Superintendent Jhone Ebert took up her post at the helm of the Clark County School District this year, she inherited contract disputes, low morale, and flagging student test scores. But Ebert came in with an ambitious 100 Day Plan — so now, three months in, how's she doing? Co-host Dayvid Figler sits down with the Superintendent to discuss the changes she's put into place, and why she thinks CCSD schools deserve a better rap. Learn more about the sponsors of this September 17th episode: AFAN Black & White Gala Rita Deanin Abbey Art Museum Want to get in touch? Follow us @CityCastVegas on Instagram, or email us at lasvegas@citycast.fm. You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719. For more Las Vegas news, make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter, Hey Las Vegas. Learn more about becoming a City Cast Las Vegas Neighbor at membership.citycast.fm. Looking to advertise on City Cast Las Vegas? Check out our options for podcast and newsletter ads at citycast.fm/advertise. When Superintendent Jhone Ebert took up her post at the helm of the Clark County School District this year, she inherited contract disputes, low morale, and flagging student test scores. But Ebert came in with an ambitious 100 Day Plan — so now, three months in, how's she doing? Co-host Dayvid Figler sits down with the Superintendent to discuss the changes she's put into place, and why she thinks CCSD schools deserve a better rap.

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]]> 1981 The New Vegas Commercial That Everyone Hates At the beginning of September, Las Vegas Convention and Visitors Authority launched "Welcome to Fabulous," a new campaign aiming to boost our city's flagging tourism numbers — and the ⁠60-second commercial⁠ at the heart of the campaign has been widely panned by locals. So what's wrong with the ad, and why do locals hate it so much? Co-host Dayvid Figler talks with Shahab Zargari, an award-winning filmmaker and marketing expert at UNLV, and Scott Roeben, AKA Vital Vegas, industry commentator and writer at Casino.org. Learn more about the sponsors of this September 16th episode: ⁠AFAN Black & White Gala⁠ ⁠Rita Deanin Abbey Art Museum⁠ Want to get in touch? Follow us @CityCastVegas on ⁠Instagram⁠, or email us at ⁠lasvegas@citycast.fm⁠. You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719. For more Las Vegas news, make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter,⁠ Hey Las Vegas.⁠ Learn more about becoming a City Cast Las Vegas Neighbor at ⁠membership.citycast.fm⁠. Looking to advertise on City Cast Las Vegas? Check out our options for podcast and newsletter ads at⁠ citycast.fm/advertise⁠. Tue, 16 Sep 2025 10:00:00 -0000 full City Cast At the beginning of September, Las Vegas Convention and Visitors Authority launched "Welcome to Fabulous," a new campaign aiming to boost our city's flagging tourism numbers — and the ⁠60-second commercial⁠ at the heart of the campaign has been widely panned by locals. So what's wrong with the ad, and why do locals hate it so much? Co-host Dayvid Figler talks with Shahab Zargari, an award-winning filmmaker and marketing expert at UNLV, and Scott Roeben, AKA Vital Vegas, industry commentator and writer at Casino.org. Learn more about the sponsors of this September 16th episode: ⁠AFAN Black & White Gala⁠ ⁠Rita Deanin Abbey Art Museum⁠ Want to get in touch? Follow us @CityCastVegas on ⁠Instagram⁠, or email us at ⁠lasvegas@citycast.fm⁠. You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719. For more Las Vegas news, make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter,⁠ Hey Las Vegas.⁠ Learn more about becoming a City Cast Las Vegas Neighbor at ⁠membership.citycast.fm⁠. Looking to advertise on City Cast Las Vegas? Check out our options for podcast and newsletter ads at⁠ citycast.fm/advertise⁠. At the beginning of September, Las Vegas Convention and Visitors Authority launched "Welcome to Fabulous," a new campaign aiming to boost our city's flagging tourism numbers — and the ⁠60-second commercial⁠ at the heart of the campaign has been widely panned by locals. So what's wrong with the ad, and why do locals hate it so much? Co-host Dayvid Figler talks with Shahab Zargari, an award-winning filmmaker and marketing expert at UNLV, and Scott Roeben, AKA Vital Vegas, industry commentator and writer at Casino.org.

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]]> 1687 Was Las Vegas Ever Truly a Wild West Town? Las Vegas loves to promote its cowboy bonafides — from Vegas Vic to our Helldorado Days and rodeo events — but how much of that is advertising, and how much of that is actual history? Was Las Vegas ever really part of the Wild West? Co-host Sarah Lohman sits down with UNLV history professor Michael Green, who explains just how much of a frontier town Vegas really was. Learn more about the sponsors of this September 15th episode: AFAN Black & White Gala Rita Deanin Abbey Art Museum Want to get in touch? Follow us @CityCastVegas on Instagram, or email us at lasvegas@citycast.fm. You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719. For more Las Vegas news, make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter, Hey Las Vegas. Learn more about becoming a City Cast Las Vegas Neighbor at membership.citycast.fm. Looking to advertise on City Cast Las Vegas? Check out our options for podcast and newsletter ads at citycast.fm/advertise. Mon, 15 Sep 2025 10:00:00 -0000 full City Cast Las Vegas loves to promote its cowboy bonafides — from Vegas Vic to our Helldorado Days and rodeo events — but how much of that is advertising, and how much of that is actual history? Was Las Vegas ever really part of the Wild West? Co-host Sarah Lohman sits down with UNLV history professor Michael Green, who explains just how much of a frontier town Vegas really was. Learn more about the sponsors of this September 15th episode: AFAN Black & White Gala Rita Deanin Abbey Art Museum Want to get in touch? Follow us @CityCastVegas on Instagram, or email us at lasvegas@citycast.fm. You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719. For more Las Vegas news, make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter, Hey Las Vegas. Learn more about becoming a City Cast Las Vegas Neighbor at membership.citycast.fm. Looking to advertise on City Cast Las Vegas? Check out our options for podcast and newsletter ads at citycast.fm/advertise. Las Vegas loves to promote its cowboy bonafides — from Vegas Vic to our Helldorado Days and rodeo events — but how much of that is advertising, and how much of that is actual history? Was Las Vegas ever really part of the Wild West? Co-host Sarah Lohman sits down with UNLV history professor Michael Green, who explains just how much of a frontier town Vegas really was.

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]]> 1462 Robo-Taxis Hit the Strip, a Suburban Sex Club Angers Neighbors, and a Commissioner’s Exit Las Vegas is still standing after last month's state government cyberattack, so we're digging into the biggest local headlines from this week. Co-host Dayvid Figler is joined by the Nevada Independent’s Andrew Kiraly and City Cast Las Vegas executive producer Sonja Cho Swanson to unpack three spicy stories: a ⁠rumored sex club⁠ riling up a Northwest neighborhood, Clark County Commissioner Justin Jones announcing he ⁠won’t seek reelection⁠ (amid scandal) in his influential district, and the rise of ⁠robo-taxis on the Strip⁠. Learn more about the sponsors of this September 12th episode: ⁠Huel⁠ - Get 15% off with code LASVEGAS ⁠Southern Nevada Water Authority⁠ ⁠AFAN Black & White Gala⁠ Want to get in touch? Follow us @CityCastVegas on ⁠Instagram⁠, or email us at ⁠lasvegas@citycast.fm⁠. You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719. For more Las Vegas news, make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter,⁠ Hey Las Vegas.⁠ Learn more about becoming a City Cast Las Vegas Neighbor at ⁠membership.citycast.fm⁠. Looking to advertise on City Cast Las Vegas? Check out our options for podcast and newsletter ads at⁠ citycast.fm/advertise⁠. Fri, 12 Sep 2025 10:00:00 -0000 full City Cast Las Vegas is still standing after last month's state government cyberattack, so we're digging into the biggest local headlines from this week. Co-host Dayvid Figler is joined by the Nevada Independent’s Andrew Kiraly and City Cast Las Vegas executive producer Sonja Cho Swanson to unpack three spicy stories: a ⁠rumored sex club⁠ riling up a Northwest neighborhood, Clark County Commissioner Justin Jones announcing he ⁠won’t seek reelection⁠ (amid scandal) in his influential district, and the rise of ⁠robo-taxis on the Strip⁠. Learn more about the sponsors of this September 12th episode: ⁠Huel⁠ - Get 15% off with code LASVEGAS ⁠Southern Nevada Water Authority⁠ ⁠AFAN Black & White Gala⁠ Want to get in touch? Follow us @CityCastVegas on ⁠Instagram⁠, or email us at ⁠lasvegas@citycast.fm⁠. You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719. For more Las Vegas news, make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter,⁠ Hey Las Vegas.⁠ Learn more about becoming a City Cast Las Vegas Neighbor at ⁠membership.citycast.fm⁠. Looking to advertise on City Cast Las Vegas? Check out our options for podcast and newsletter ads at⁠ citycast.fm/advertise⁠. Las Vegas is still standing after last month's state government cyberattack, so we're digging into the biggest local headlines from this week. Co-host Dayvid Figler is joined by the Nevada Independent’s Andrew Kiraly and City Cast Las Vegas executive producer Sonja Cho Swanson to unpack three spicy stories: a ⁠rumored sex club⁠ riling up a Northwest neighborhood, Clark County Commissioner Justin Jones announcing he ⁠won’t seek reelection⁠ (amid scandal) in his influential district, and the rise of ⁠robo-taxis on the Strip⁠.

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]]> 2171 The Best Margaritas in Las Vegas Whether it’s a $1.99 casino special, a $20 yard-long, or a $50 top-shelf blend behind a hidden door, Las Vegas is arguably the margarita capital of the country. Co-host Dayvid Figler joins co-host and food historian Sarah Lohman, along with Hey Las Vegas editor Rob Kachelriess, to explore our city’s surprising ties to the margarita, from the drink’s fuzzy origin story to the rise of yard-long slushies on the Strip. Plus, they share where to find the best (and most unique) margs in town. With Mexican Independence Day weekend around the corner, there’s never been a better time to track down your next great margarita. Learn more about the sponsors of this September 11th episode: ⁠Huel⁠ - Get 15% off with code LASVEGAS ⁠Southern Nevada Water Authority⁠ ⁠AFAN Black & White Gala⁠ Want to get in touch? Follow us @CityCastVegas on ⁠Instagram⁠, or email us at ⁠lasvegas@citycast.fm⁠. You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719. For more Las Vegas news, make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter,⁠ Hey Las Vegas.⁠ Learn more about becoming a City Cast Las Vegas Neighbor at⁠ membership.citycast.fm⁠. Looking to advertise on City Cast Las Vegas? Check out our options for podcast and newsletter ads at⁠ citycast.fm/advertise⁠. Thu, 11 Sep 2025 10:00:00 -0000 full City Cast Whether it’s a $1.99 casino special, a $20 yard-long, or a $50 top-shelf blend behind a hidden door, Las Vegas is arguably the margarita capital of the country. Co-host Dayvid Figler joins co-host and food historian Sarah Lohman, along with Hey Las Vegas editor Rob Kachelriess, to explore our city’s surprising ties to the margarita, from the drink’s fuzzy origin story to the rise of yard-long slushies on the Strip. Plus, they share where to find the best (and most unique) margs in town. With Mexican Independence Day weekend around the corner, there’s never been a better time to track down your next great margarita. Learn more about the sponsors of this September 11th episode: ⁠Huel⁠ - Get 15% off with code LASVEGAS ⁠Southern Nevada Water Authority⁠ ⁠AFAN Black & White Gala⁠ Want to get in touch? Follow us @CityCastVegas on ⁠Instagram⁠, or email us at ⁠lasvegas@citycast.fm⁠. You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719. For more Las Vegas news, make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter,⁠ Hey Las Vegas.⁠ Learn more about becoming a City Cast Las Vegas Neighbor at⁠ membership.citycast.fm⁠. Looking to advertise on City Cast Las Vegas? Check out our options for podcast and newsletter ads at⁠ citycast.fm/advertise⁠. Whether it’s a $1.99 casino special, a $20 yard-long, or a $50 top-shelf blend behind a hidden door, Las Vegas is arguably the margarita capital of the country. Co-host Dayvid Figler joins co-host and food historian Sarah Lohman, along with Hey Las Vegas editor Rob Kachelriess, to explore our city’s surprising ties to the margarita, from the drink’s fuzzy origin story to the rise of yard-long slushies on the Strip. Plus, they share where to find the best (and most unique) margs in town. With Mexican Independence Day weekend around the corner, there’s never been a better time to track down your next great margarita.

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]]> 1611 Do Nevada’s Red Flag Laws Do Enough to Prevent Shootings? After Las Vegan Shane Tamura was named as the shooter in last month's high-profile Manhattan shooting, NY governor Kathy Hochul blamed Nevada's lax gun laws. Turns out, it's a little more complicated than that: Nevada actually passed a pivotal "red flag" law in 2020 that allows law enforcement to temporarily take firearms away from people who pose a threat to themselves or others — but it's barely been used. In 2024, Nevada courts granted just 27 high-risk protection orders, while other states with red flag laws see thousands of such orders a year. Today, co-host Dayvid Figler talks with Assemblymember Sandra Jauregui, one of the architects behind many of Nevada's gun safety legislation and a survivor of the Route 91 mass shooting. They talk about how red flag laws work, if they're working, and what we can do better. To learn more about how red flag laws in Nevada work, check out this guide from Everytown. Learn more about the sponsors of this September 10th episode: Huel - Get 15% off with code LASVEGAS Southern Nevada Water Authority AFAN Black & White Gala Want to get in touch? Follow us @CityCastVegas on Instagram, or email us at lasvegas@citycast.fm. You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719. For more Las Vegas news, make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter, Hey Las Vegas. Learn more about becoming a City Cast Las Vegas Neighbor at membership.citycast.fm. Looking to advertise on City Cast Las Vegas? Check out our options for podcast and newsletter ads at citycast.fm/advertise. Wed, 10 Sep 2025 10:00:00 -0000 full City Cast After Las Vegan Shane Tamura was named as the shooter in last month's high-profile Manhattan shooting, NY governor Kathy Hochul blamed Nevada's lax gun laws. Turns out, it's a little more complicated than that: Nevada actually passed a pivotal "red flag" law in 2020 that allows law enforcement to temporarily take firearms away from people who pose a threat to themselves or others — but it's barely been used. In 2024, Nevada courts granted just 27 high-risk protection orders, while other states with red flag laws see thousands of such orders a year. Today, co-host Dayvid Figler talks with Assemblymember Sandra Jauregui, one of the architects behind many of Nevada's gun safety legislation and a survivor of the Route 91 mass shooting. They talk about how red flag laws work, if they're working, and what we can do better. To learn more about how red flag laws in Nevada work, check out this guide from Everytown. Learn more about the sponsors of this September 10th episode: Huel - Get 15% off with code LASVEGAS Southern Nevada Water Authority AFAN Black & White Gala Want to get in touch? Follow us @CityCastVegas on Instagram, or email us at lasvegas@citycast.fm. You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719. For more Las Vegas news, make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter, Hey Las Vegas. Learn more about becoming a City Cast Las Vegas Neighbor at membership.citycast.fm. Looking to advertise on City Cast Las Vegas? Check out our options for podcast and newsletter ads at citycast.fm/advertise. After Las Vegan Shane Tamura was named as the shooter in last month's high-profile Manhattan shooting, NY governor Kathy Hochul blamed Nevada's lax gun laws. Turns out, it's a little more complicated than that: Nevada actually passed a pivotal "red flag" law in 2020 that allows law enforcement to temporarily take firearms away from people who pose a threat to themselves or others — but it's barely been used. In 2024, Nevada courts granted just 27 high-risk protection orders, while other states with red flag laws see thousands of such orders a year.

Today, co-host Dayvid Figler talks with Assemblymember Sandra Jauregui, one of the architects behind many of Nevada's gun safety legislation and a survivor of the Route 91 mass shooting. They talk about how red flag laws work, if they're working, and what we can do better.

To learn more about how red flag laws in Nevada work, check out this guide from Everytown.

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]]> 1923 Why Everyone’s Mad at NV Energy Right Now A controversial 9% rate hike from NV Energy is set to be voted on this month, just as a state cyberattack delays public input and a scandal over decades of customer overcharges fuels public outrage. Co-host Dayvid Figler talks with Camalot Todd of the Nevada Conservation League and Jacob Solis of Battle Born Progress to unpack why frustration with Nevada’s largest utility is reaching a boiling point. As of publication, the Public Utilities Commission of Nevada’s website has remained down and the meeting for public input has not been rescheduled. Learn more about the sponsors of this September 9th episode: Huel - Get 15% off with code LASVEGAS Southern Nevada Water Authority AFAN Black & White Gala Want to get in touch? Follow us @CityCastVegas on Instagram, or email us at lasvegas@citycast.fm. You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719. For more Las Vegas news, make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter, Hey Las Vegas. Learn more about becoming a City Cast Las Vegas Neighbor at membership.citycast.fm. Looking to advertise on City Cast Las Vegas? Check out our options for podcast and newsletter ads at citycast.fm/advertise. Tue, 09 Sep 2025 10:00:00 -0000 full City Cast A controversial 9% rate hike from NV Energy is set to be voted on this month, just as a state cyberattack delays public input and a scandal over decades of customer overcharges fuels public outrage. Co-host Dayvid Figler talks with Camalot Todd of the Nevada Conservation League and Jacob Solis of Battle Born Progress to unpack why frustration with Nevada’s largest utility is reaching a boiling point. As of publication, the Public Utilities Commission of Nevada’s website has remained down and the meeting for public input has not been rescheduled. Learn more about the sponsors of this September 9th episode: Huel - Get 15% off with code LASVEGAS Southern Nevada Water Authority AFAN Black & White Gala Want to get in touch? Follow us @CityCastVegas on Instagram, or email us at lasvegas@citycast.fm. You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719. For more Las Vegas news, make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter, Hey Las Vegas. Learn more about becoming a City Cast Las Vegas Neighbor at membership.citycast.fm. Looking to advertise on City Cast Las Vegas? Check out our options for podcast and newsletter ads at citycast.fm/advertise. A controversial 9% rate hike from NV Energy is set to be voted on this month, just as a state cyberattack delays public input and a scandal over decades of customer overcharges fuels public outrage. Co-host Dayvid Figler talks with Camalot Todd of the Nevada Conservation League and Jacob Solis of Battle Born Progress to unpack why frustration with Nevada’s largest utility is reaching a boiling point.

As of publication, the Public Utilities Commission of Nevada’s website has remained down and the meeting for public input has not been rescheduled.

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]]> 1692 Vegas Showbiz Myths Debunked Did Sinatra really make a porn? Who was actually the first magician on the Strip? Did Barbara Streisand beat Elvis to the International Hotel? It's only natural that the entertainment industry in Las Vegas, city of spectacle, would foster so many tall tales. So Corey Levitan, creator of the Vegas Myths Busted column at Casino.org, quizzes our hosts, Dayvid Figler and Sarah Lohman, on the wildest myths and actual truths from the history of Vegas showbiz. Play along and let us know how you did! Learn more about the sponsors of this September 8th episode: Huel - Get 15% off with code LASVEGAS Southern Nevada Water Authority AFAN Black & White Gala Want to get in touch? Follow us @CityCastVegas on Instagram, or email us at lasvegas@citycast.fm. You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719. For more Las Vegas news, make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter, Hey Las Vegas. Learn more about becoming a City Cast Las Vegas Neighbor at membership.citycast.fm. Looking to advertise on City Cast Las Vegas? Check out our options for podcast and newsletter ads at citycast.fm/advertise. Mon, 08 Sep 2025 10:00:00 -0000 full City Cast Did Sinatra really make a porn? Who was actually the first magician on the Strip? Did Barbara Streisand beat Elvis to the International Hotel? It's only natural that the entertainment industry in Las Vegas, city of spectacle, would foster so many tall tales. So Corey Levitan, creator of the Vegas Myths Busted column at Casino.org, quizzes our hosts, Dayvid Figler and Sarah Lohman, on the wildest myths and actual truths from the history of Vegas showbiz. Play along and let us know how you did! Learn more about the sponsors of this September 8th episode: Huel - Get 15% off with code LASVEGAS Southern Nevada Water Authority AFAN Black & White Gala Want to get in touch? Follow us @CityCastVegas on Instagram, or email us at lasvegas@citycast.fm. You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719. For more Las Vegas news, make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter, Hey Las Vegas. Learn more about becoming a City Cast Las Vegas Neighbor at membership.citycast.fm. Looking to advertise on City Cast Las Vegas? Check out our options for podcast and newsletter ads at citycast.fm/advertise. Did Sinatra really make a porn? Who was actually the first magician on the Strip? Did Barbara Streisand beat Elvis to the International Hotel? It's only natural that the entertainment industry in Las Vegas, city of spectacle, would foster so many tall tales. So Corey Levitan, creator of the Vegas Myths Busted column at Casino.org, quizzes our hosts, Dayvid Figler and Sarah Lohman, on the wildest myths and actual truths from the history of Vegas showbiz. Play along and let us know how you did!

Learn more about the sponsors of this September 8th episode:

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]]> 1225 Blake Lively vs. Perez Hilton, Tesla Tunnel Apartments, and Nuclear Bunker For Sale This week’s Friday News Roundup has everything: celebrity courtroom drama, Tesla Tunnel weirdness, and an underground bunker house straight out of a sci-fi movie. A ⁠legal battle⁠ between Blake Lively and Perez Hilton is playing out right here in Vegas — raising big questions about gossip, journalism, and free speech. Co-host Dayvid Figler is joined by artist Brent Holmes and Hey Las Vegas editor Rob Kachelriess to make sense of it all. They also dig into why the Boring Company wants to ⁠build apartments⁠ (with barely any parking!) over one of its tunnel stations, and the city’s infamous Underground House is ⁠back on the market⁠, and we’ve got some very bad ideas about who should buy it.  Want to get in touch? Follow us @CityCastVegas on ⁠Instagram⁠, or email us at ⁠lasvegas@citycast.fm⁠. You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719. For more Las Vegas news, make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter,⁠ Hey Las Vegas.⁠ Learn more about becoming a City Cast Las Vegas Neighbor at ⁠membership.citycast.fm⁠. Looking to advertise on City Cast Las Vegas? Check out our options for podcast and newsletter ads at⁠ citycast.fm/advertise⁠. Fri, 05 Sep 2025 10:00:00 -0000 full City Cast This week’s Friday News Roundup has everything: celebrity courtroom drama, Tesla Tunnel weirdness, and an underground bunker house straight out of a sci-fi movie. A ⁠legal battle⁠ between Blake Lively and Perez Hilton is playing out right here in Vegas — raising big questions about gossip, journalism, and free speech. Co-host Dayvid Figler is joined by artist Brent Holmes and Hey Las Vegas editor Rob Kachelriess to make sense of it all. They also dig into why the Boring Company wants to ⁠build apartments⁠ (with barely any parking!) over one of its tunnel stations, and the city’s infamous Underground House is ⁠back on the market⁠, and we’ve got some very bad ideas about who should buy it.  Want to get in touch? Follow us @CityCastVegas on ⁠Instagram⁠, or email us at ⁠lasvegas@citycast.fm⁠. You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719. For more Las Vegas news, make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter,⁠ Hey Las Vegas.⁠ Learn more about becoming a City Cast Las Vegas Neighbor at ⁠membership.citycast.fm⁠. Looking to advertise on City Cast Las Vegas? Check out our options for podcast and newsletter ads at⁠ citycast.fm/advertise⁠. This week’s Friday News Roundup has everything: celebrity courtroom drama, Tesla Tunnel weirdness, and an underground bunker house straight out of a sci-fi movie. A ⁠legal battle⁠ between Blake Lively and Perez Hilton is playing out right here in Vegas — raising big questions about gossip, journalism, and free speech. Co-host Dayvid Figler is joined by artist Brent Holmes and Hey Las Vegas editor Rob Kachelriess to make sense of it all. They also dig into why the Boring Company wants to ⁠build apartments⁠ (with barely any parking!) over one of its tunnel stations, and the city’s infamous Underground House is ⁠back on the market⁠, and we’ve got some very bad ideas about who should buy it. 


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]]> 1973 Where to Find Every Style of Pizza in Las Vegas Sure, New York and Chicago get all the pizza glory — but has Las Vegas quietly become the most exciting pizza city in the country? Ahead of the Las Vegas Pizza Festival happening this fall, co-host Dayvid Figler chats with Las Vegas Weekly’s Amber Sampson about her mouthwatering deep-dive into the local pizza scene. From caramelized Detroit-style corners and cracker-thin Chicago tavern pies to Indian curry pizzas and Brooklyn slices topped with four cheeses, Amber dishes on what makes Vegas pizza so uniquely diverse, and why now might be the best time to grab a slice. Find all of Amber’s pizza picks, including ones mentioned in this episode, here. Want to get in touch? Follow us @CityCastVegas on Instagram, or email us at lasvegas@citycast.fm. You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719. For more Las Vegas news, make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter, Hey Las Vegas. Learn more about becoming a City Cast Las Vegas Neighbor at ⁠membership.citycast.fm⁠. Looking to advertise on City Cast Las Vegas? Check out our options for podcast and newsletter ads at citycast.fm/advertise. Thu, 04 Sep 2025 10:00:00 -0000 full City Cast Sure, New York and Chicago get all the pizza glory — but has Las Vegas quietly become the most exciting pizza city in the country? Ahead of the Las Vegas Pizza Festival happening this fall, co-host Dayvid Figler chats with Las Vegas Weekly’s Amber Sampson about her mouthwatering deep-dive into the local pizza scene. From caramelized Detroit-style corners and cracker-thin Chicago tavern pies to Indian curry pizzas and Brooklyn slices topped with four cheeses, Amber dishes on what makes Vegas pizza so uniquely diverse, and why now might be the best time to grab a slice. Find all of Amber’s pizza picks, including ones mentioned in this episode, here. Want to get in touch? Follow us @CityCastVegas on Instagram, or email us at lasvegas@citycast.fm. You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719. For more Las Vegas news, make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter, Hey Las Vegas. Learn more about becoming a City Cast Las Vegas Neighbor at ⁠membership.citycast.fm⁠. Looking to advertise on City Cast Las Vegas? Check out our options for podcast and newsletter ads at citycast.fm/advertise. Sure, New York and Chicago get all the pizza glory — but has Las Vegas quietly become the most exciting pizza city in the country? Ahead of the Las Vegas Pizza Festival happening this fall, co-host Dayvid Figler chats with Las Vegas Weekly’s Amber Sampson about her mouthwatering deep-dive into the local pizza scene. From caramelized Detroit-style corners and cracker-thin Chicago tavern pies to Indian curry pizzas and Brooklyn slices topped with four cheeses, Amber dishes on what makes Vegas pizza so uniquely diverse, and why now might be the best time to grab a slice.

Find all of Amber’s pizza picks, including ones mentioned in this episode, here.

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]]> 1500 Is the Rio Ready For a Comeback? The Rio once helped redefine the Las Vegas experience, with its all-suite rooms, Masquerade Village, and sky-high energy. But after years of decline, can it reclaim its place in Vegas history? Co-host Dayvid Figler sits down with Rio CEO Patrick Miller to talk about the massive revamp, why mascot Rio Rita is roaming the floor again, how locals still fit into the equation, and what it really takes to pull off Vegas’ biggest comeback. Want to get in touch? Follow us @CityCastVegas on ⁠Instagram⁠, or email us at ⁠lasvegas@citycast.fm⁠. You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719. For more Las Vegas news, make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter,⁠ Hey Las Vegas.⁠ Learn more about becoming a City Cast Las Vegas Neighbor at ⁠membership.citycast.fm⁠. Looking to advertise on City Cast Las Vegas? Check out our options for podcast and newsletter ads at⁠ citycast.fm/advertise⁠. Wed, 03 Sep 2025 10:00:00 -0000 full City Cast The Rio once helped redefine the Las Vegas experience, with its all-suite rooms, Masquerade Village, and sky-high energy. But after years of decline, can it reclaim its place in Vegas history? Co-host Dayvid Figler sits down with Rio CEO Patrick Miller to talk about the massive revamp, why mascot Rio Rita is roaming the floor again, how locals still fit into the equation, and what it really takes to pull off Vegas’ biggest comeback. Want to get in touch? Follow us @CityCastVegas on ⁠Instagram⁠, or email us at ⁠lasvegas@citycast.fm⁠. You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719. For more Las Vegas news, make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter,⁠ Hey Las Vegas.⁠ Learn more about becoming a City Cast Las Vegas Neighbor at ⁠membership.citycast.fm⁠. Looking to advertise on City Cast Las Vegas? Check out our options for podcast and newsletter ads at⁠ citycast.fm/advertise⁠. The Rio once helped redefine the Las Vegas experience, with its all-suite rooms, Masquerade Village, and sky-high energy. But after years of decline, can it reclaim its place in Vegas history? Co-host Dayvid Figler sits down with Rio CEO Patrick Miller to talk about the massive revamp, why mascot Rio Rita is roaming the floor again, how locals still fit into the equation, and what it really takes to pull off Vegas’ biggest comeback.

Want to get in touch? Follow us @CityCastVegas on ⁠Instagram⁠, or email us at ⁠lasvegas@citycast.fm⁠. You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719.

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]]> 1513 Your Guide to September 2025 in Las Vegas The leaves may not change color on the Valley floor, but September still brings a big shift to Las Vegas: there's finally stuff to do again! In this episode, community advocate Patricia Haddad Bennett joins co-hosts Sarah Lohman and Dayvid Figler to share their best tips for making the most of early fal l— from new food gems in Henderson and Summerlin to a stargazing party at Red Rock. They dish on their favorite seasonal rituals and local happenings, including how to snag free tickets to a highly anticipated Atomic Museum tour and the nostalgic charm of Friday night high school football games. And if you’re intrigued by Dayvid’s pick for the cheeky Würst Festival, check out our episode for more to do in Boulder City.  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 Las Vegas community. For even more tips on how to make the most of September in Las Vegas, check out Hey Las Vegas’ take on what to do this month. Want to get in touch? Follow us @CityCastVegas on Instagram, or email us at lasvegas@citycast.fm. You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719. For more Las Vegas news, make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter, Hey Las Vegas. Learn more about becoming a City Cast Las Vegas Neighbor at membership.citycast.fm. Looking to advertise on City Cast Las Vegas? Check out our options for podcast and newsletter ads at citycast.fm/advertise. Tue, 02 Sep 2025 10:00:00 -0000 full City Cast The leaves may not change color on the Valley floor, but September still brings a big shift to Las Vegas: there's finally stuff to do again! In this episode, community advocate Patricia Haddad Bennett joins co-hosts Sarah Lohman and Dayvid Figler to share their best tips for making the most of early fal l— from new food gems in Henderson and Summerlin to a stargazing party at Red Rock. They dish on their favorite seasonal rituals and local happenings, including how to snag free tickets to a highly anticipated Atomic Museum tour and the nostalgic charm of Friday night high school football games. And if you’re intrigued by Dayvid’s pick for the cheeky Würst Festival, check out our episode for more to do in Boulder City.  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 Las Vegas community. For even more tips on how to make the most of September in Las Vegas, check out Hey Las Vegas’ take on what to do this month. Want to get in touch? Follow us @CityCastVegas on Instagram, or email us at lasvegas@citycast.fm. You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719. For more Las Vegas news, make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter, Hey Las Vegas. Learn more about becoming a City Cast Las Vegas Neighbor at membership.citycast.fm. Looking to advertise on City Cast Las Vegas? Check out our options for podcast and newsletter ads at citycast.fm/advertise. The leaves may not change color on the Valley floor, but September still brings a big shift to Las Vegas: there's finally stuff to do again! In this episode, community advocate Patricia Haddad Bennett joins co-hosts Sarah Lohman and Dayvid Figler to share their best tips for making the most of early fal l— from new food gems in Henderson and Summerlin to a stargazing party at Red Rock. They dish on their favorite seasonal rituals and local happenings, including how to snag free tickets to a highly anticipated Atomic Museum tour and the nostalgic charm of Friday night high school football games. And if you’re intrigued by Dayvid’s pick for the cheeky Würst Festival, check out our episode for more to do in Boulder City. 

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 Las Vegas community.

For even more tips on how to make the most of September in Las Vegas, check out Hey Las Vegas’ take on what to do this month.

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]]> 1998 The Statewide Cyberattack, the Problem with a New Airport, and the A's Plan a Vegas Vacation As the week wraps up, the fallout from the cyberattack that downed state government systems from Medicaid to the DMV continues to impact Nevadans — so why didn't Governor Lombardo show up at the first press briefing about it, and did his appearance yesterday give us any more answers? Co-hosts Sarah Lohman and Dayvid Figler chat with Nevada Current editor April Corbin Girnus about the political implications of the attack, as well as why plans for the new airport by Jean are facing criticism from environmentalists, and whether the A's upcoming six-game stint at the Las Vegas Ballpark makes us feel more or less hopeful about their arrival. If you need an update on the restoration of government services call 2-1-1 or go to oem.nv.gov/recovery. Learn more about the sponsors of this August 29th episode: Woven Want to get in touch? Follow us @CityCastVegas on Instagram, or email us at lasvegas@citycast.fm. You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719. For more Las Vegas news, make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter, Hey Las Vegas. Learn more about becoming a City Cast Las Vegas Neighbor at membership.citycast.fm. Looking to advertise on City Cast Las Vegas? Check out our options for podcast and newsletter ads at citycast.fm/advertise. Fri, 29 Aug 2025 10:00:00 -0000 full City Cast As the week wraps up, the fallout from the cyberattack that downed state government systems from Medicaid to the DMV continues to impact Nevadans — so why didn't Governor Lombardo show up at the first press briefing about it, and did his appearance yesterday give us any more answers? Co-hosts Sarah Lohman and Dayvid Figler chat with Nevada Current editor April Corbin Girnus about the political implications of the attack, as well as why plans for the new airport by Jean are facing criticism from environmentalists, and whether the A's upcoming six-game stint at the Las Vegas Ballpark makes us feel more or less hopeful about their arrival. If you need an update on the restoration of government services call 2-1-1 or go to oem.nv.gov/recovery. Learn more about the sponsors of this August 29th episode: Woven Want to get in touch? Follow us @CityCastVegas on Instagram, or email us at lasvegas@citycast.fm. You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719. For more Las Vegas news, make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter, Hey Las Vegas. Learn more about becoming a City Cast Las Vegas Neighbor at membership.citycast.fm. Looking to advertise on City Cast Las Vegas? Check out our options for podcast and newsletter ads at citycast.fm/advertise. As the week wraps up, the fallout from the cyberattack that downed state government systems from Medicaid to the DMV continues to impact Nevadans — so why didn't Governor Lombardo show up at the first press briefing about it, and did his appearance yesterday give us any more answers? Co-hosts Sarah Lohman and Dayvid Figler chat with Nevada Current editor April Corbin Girnus about the political implications of the attack, as well as why plans for the new airport by Jean are facing criticism from environmentalists, and whether the A's upcoming six-game stint at the Las Vegas Ballpark makes us feel more or less hopeful about their arrival.

If you need an update on the restoration of government services call 2-1-1 or go to oem.nv.gov/recovery.

Learn more about the sponsors of this August 29th episode:

Woven

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]]> 2190 A Hot Dog Tour of Las Vegas Every regional American food finds its way to Las Vegas, and the hot dog is no exception: Food writer Brent Holmes tells co-host Dayvid Figler where to get the best snappy beef franks of Chicago, chili-loaded Coney Island dogs from Detroit, and bacon-wrapped Sonora hot dogs in Las Vegas — just in time for Labor Day and the dog days of summer. Learn more about the sponsors of this August 28th episode: ⁠Woven⁠ Want to get in touch? Follow us @CityCastVegas on ⁠Instagram⁠, or email us at ⁠lasvegas@citycast.fm⁠. You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719. For more Las Vegas news, make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter,⁠ Hey Las Vegas.⁠ Learn more about becoming a City Cast Las Vegas Neighbor at⁠ membership.citycast.fm⁠. Looking to advertise on City Cast Las Vegas? Check out our options for podcast and newsletter ads at⁠ citycast.fm/advertise⁠. Thu, 28 Aug 2025 10:00:00 -0000 full City Cast Every regional American food finds its way to Las Vegas, and the hot dog is no exception: Food writer Brent Holmes tells co-host Dayvid Figler where to get the best snappy beef franks of Chicago, chili-loaded Coney Island dogs from Detroit, and bacon-wrapped Sonora hot dogs in Las Vegas — just in time for Labor Day and the dog days of summer. Learn more about the sponsors of this August 28th episode: ⁠Woven⁠ Want to get in touch? Follow us @CityCastVegas on ⁠Instagram⁠, or email us at ⁠lasvegas@citycast.fm⁠. You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719. For more Las Vegas news, make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter,⁠ Hey Las Vegas.⁠ Learn more about becoming a City Cast Las Vegas Neighbor at⁠ membership.citycast.fm⁠. Looking to advertise on City Cast Las Vegas? Check out our options for podcast and newsletter ads at⁠ citycast.fm/advertise⁠. Every regional American food finds its way to Las Vegas, and the hot dog is no exception: Food writer Brent Holmes tells co-host Dayvid Figler where to get the best snappy beef franks of Chicago, chili-loaded Coney Island dogs from Detroit, and bacon-wrapped Sonora hot dogs in Las Vegas — just in time for Labor Day and the dog days of summer.

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⁠Woven⁠

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]]> 1291 Is Vegas Really Dead? Las Vegas is at the center of a growing national narrative — one filled with dramatic headlines, viral outrage, and talk of economic decline. Co-host Dayvid Figler sits down with Scott Roeben of Vital Vegas to separate fact from frenzy. Is the Strip really struggling, or is this just a case of exaggerated doom and gloom? From falling visitor numbers and pricey margaritas to corporate missteps and political noise, we unpack what's really going on behind the scenes, and what it means for the city’s future. Want to get in touch? Follow us @CityCastVegas on Instagram, or email us at lasvegas@citycast.fm. You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719. For more Las Vegas news, make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter, Hey Las Vegas. Learn more about becoming a City Cast Las Vegas Neighbor at membership.citycast.fm. Looking to advertise on City Cast Las Vegas? Check out our options for podcast and newsletter ads at citycast.fm/advertise. Wed, 27 Aug 2025 10:00:00 -0000 full City Cast Las Vegas is at the center of a growing national narrative — one filled with dramatic headlines, viral outrage, and talk of economic decline. Co-host Dayvid Figler sits down with Scott Roeben of Vital Vegas to separate fact from frenzy. Is the Strip really struggling, or is this just a case of exaggerated doom and gloom? From falling visitor numbers and pricey margaritas to corporate missteps and political noise, we unpack what's really going on behind the scenes, and what it means for the city’s future. Want to get in touch? Follow us @CityCastVegas on Instagram, or email us at lasvegas@citycast.fm. You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719. For more Las Vegas news, make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter, Hey Las Vegas. Learn more about becoming a City Cast Las Vegas Neighbor at membership.citycast.fm. Looking to advertise on City Cast Las Vegas? Check out our options for podcast and newsletter ads at citycast.fm/advertise. Las Vegas is at the center of a growing national narrative — one filled with dramatic headlines, viral outrage, and talk of economic decline. Co-host Dayvid Figler sits down with Scott Roeben of Vital Vegas to separate fact from frenzy. Is the Strip really struggling, or is this just a case of exaggerated doom and gloom? From falling visitor numbers and pricey margaritas to corporate missteps and political noise, we unpack what's really going on behind the scenes, and what it means for the city’s future.

Want to get in touch? Follow us @CityCastVegas on Instagram, or email us at lasvegas@citycast.fm. You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719.

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]]> 1517 Why Treating Heat Like an Emergency Could Finally Save Lives At the end of every summer, Las Vegans add another notch to their belt — when you're here for the long haul, you learn to live with the heat. But the long stretches of extreme heat that we're experiencing is new: Reno and Las Vegas are the country's two fastest-warming cities, and the number of heat-related deaths is growing every year. Legislators from the Southwest are trying to get extreme heat classified as a natural disaster, but why is it so hard to address? Co-host Dayvid Figler talks with Ariel Choinard, coordinator of the Nevada Heat Lab at the Desert Research Institute about the solutions that do and don't work, what we can learn from other cities, and how to respond to climate change naysayers. Learn more about the sponsors of this August 26th episode: Woven Want to get in touch? Follow us @CityCastVegas on Instagram, or email us at lasvegas@citycast.fm. You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719. For more Las Vegas news, make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter, Hey Las Vegas. Learn more about becoming a City Cast Las Vegas Neighbor at membership.citycast.fm. Looking to advertise on City Cast Las Vegas? Check out our options for podcast and newsletter ads at citycast.fm/advertise. Tue, 26 Aug 2025 10:00:00 -0000 full City Cast At the end of every summer, Las Vegans add another notch to their belt — when you're here for the long haul, you learn to live with the heat. But the long stretches of extreme heat that we're experiencing is new: Reno and Las Vegas are the country's two fastest-warming cities, and the number of heat-related deaths is growing every year. Legislators from the Southwest are trying to get extreme heat classified as a natural disaster, but why is it so hard to address? Co-host Dayvid Figler talks with Ariel Choinard, coordinator of the Nevada Heat Lab at the Desert Research Institute about the solutions that do and don't work, what we can learn from other cities, and how to respond to climate change naysayers. Learn more about the sponsors of this August 26th episode: Woven Want to get in touch? Follow us @CityCastVegas on Instagram, or email us at lasvegas@citycast.fm. You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719. For more Las Vegas news, make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter, Hey Las Vegas. Learn more about becoming a City Cast Las Vegas Neighbor at membership.citycast.fm. Looking to advertise on City Cast Las Vegas? Check out our options for podcast and newsletter ads at citycast.fm/advertise. At the end of every summer, Las Vegans add another notch to their belt — when you're here for the long haul, you learn to live with the heat. But the long stretches of extreme heat that we're experiencing is new: Reno and Las Vegas are the country's two fastest-warming cities, and the number of heat-related deaths is growing every year. Legislators from the Southwest are trying to get extreme heat classified as a natural disaster, but why is it so hard to address? Co-host Dayvid Figler talks with Ariel Choinard, coordinator of the Nevada Heat Lab at the Desert Research Institute about the solutions that do and don't work, what we can learn from other cities, and how to respond to climate change naysayers.

Learn more about the sponsors of this August 26th episode:

Woven

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]]> 1535 So Are Airbnbs Legal Now, Or What? Short-term rentals (or STRs) like Airbnbs have been a hot topic in the local headlines over the last few years. We talked with two STR owners back in 2023 when they first challenged the County's regulations, but since then, they've taken the County to court, including hearings in front of the Nevada Supreme Court. So where does it all stand now? Are STRs legal in Clark County, and what kinds of regulations would actually make sense for our neighborhoods? Co-hosts Sarah Lohman and Dayvid Figler discuss. Please see below for tomorrow's sponsor show notes: Learn more about the sponsors of this August 25th episode: Woven Want to get in touch? Follow us @CityCastVegas on Instagram, or email us at lasvegas@citycast.fm. You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719. For more Las Vegas news, make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter, Hey Las Vegas. Learn more about becoming a City Cast Las Vegas Neighbor at membership.citycast.fm. Looking to advertise on City Cast Las Vegas? Check out our options for podcast and newsletter ads at citycast.fm/advertise. Mon, 25 Aug 2025 10:00:00 -0000 full City Cast Short-term rentals (or STRs) like Airbnbs have been a hot topic in the local headlines over the last few years. We talked with two STR owners back in 2023 when they first challenged the County's regulations, but since then, they've taken the County to court, including hearings in front of the Nevada Supreme Court. So where does it all stand now? Are STRs legal in Clark County, and what kinds of regulations would actually make sense for our neighborhoods? Co-hosts Sarah Lohman and Dayvid Figler discuss. Please see below for tomorrow's sponsor show notes: Learn more about the sponsors of this August 25th episode: Woven Want to get in touch? Follow us @CityCastVegas on Instagram, or email us at lasvegas@citycast.fm. You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719. For more Las Vegas news, make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter, Hey Las Vegas. Learn more about becoming a City Cast Las Vegas Neighbor at membership.citycast.fm. Looking to advertise on City Cast Las Vegas? Check out our options for podcast and newsletter ads at citycast.fm/advertise. Short-term rentals (or STRs) like Airbnbs have been a hot topic in the local headlines over the last few years. We talked with two STR owners back in 2023 when they first challenged the County's regulations, but since then, they've taken the County to court, including hearings in front of the Nevada Supreme Court. So where does it all stand now? Are STRs legal in Clark County, and what kinds of regulations would actually make sense for our neighborhoods? Co-hosts Sarah Lohman and Dayvid Figler discuss.

Please see below for tomorrow's sponsor show notes:

Learn more about the sponsors of this August 25th episode:

Woven

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]]> 1444 Sex Sting Fuels Conspiracy Theories, Corporate Home Buyers, and That Wasn’t Justin Bieber While underage sex stings (à la "Catch a Predator") are fairly regular local operations, the most recent such effort nabbed an Israeli cybersecurity official — and unleashed both international conspiracy theories and public furor between local officials. Co-hosts Dayvid Figler and Sarah Lohman discuss this and other news with Nevada Current reporter Michael MJ Lyle, including the revelation that the top two biggest landlords in the Valley are both corporations, and an appreciation for how the "fake Bieber" story keeps getting wilder. Learn more about the sponsors of this August 22nd episode: Southern Nevada Water Authority Want to get in touch? Follow us @CityCastVegas on Instagram, or email us at lasvegas@citycast.fm. You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719. For more Las Vegas news, make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter, Hey Las Vegas. Learn more about becoming a City Cast Las Vegas Neighbor at membership.citycast.fm.  Looking to advertise on City Cast Las Vegas? Check out our options for podcast and newsletter ads at citycast.fm/advertise. Fri, 22 Aug 2025 10:00:00 -0000 full City Cast While underage sex stings (à la "Catch a Predator") are fairly regular local operations, the most recent such effort nabbed an Israeli cybersecurity official — and unleashed both international conspiracy theories and public furor between local officials. Co-hosts Dayvid Figler and Sarah Lohman discuss this and other news with Nevada Current reporter Michael MJ Lyle, including the revelation that the top two biggest landlords in the Valley are both corporations, and an appreciation for how the "fake Bieber" story keeps getting wilder. Learn more about the sponsors of this August 22nd episode: Southern Nevada Water Authority Want to get in touch? Follow us @CityCastVegas on Instagram, or email us at lasvegas@citycast.fm. You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719. For more Las Vegas news, make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter, Hey Las Vegas. Learn more about becoming a City Cast Las Vegas Neighbor at membership.citycast.fm.  Looking to advertise on City Cast Las Vegas? Check out our options for podcast and newsletter ads at citycast.fm/advertise. While underage sex stings (à la "Catch a Predator") are fairly regular local operations, the most recent such effort nabbed an Israeli cybersecurity official — and unleashed both international conspiracy theories and public furor between local officials. Co-hosts Dayvid Figler and Sarah Lohman discuss this and other news with Nevada Current reporter Michael MJ Lyle, including the revelation that the top two biggest landlords in the Valley are both corporations, and an appreciation for how the "fake Bieber" story keeps getting wilder.

Learn more about the sponsors of this August 22nd episode:

Southern Nevada Water Authority

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]]> 2131 Las Vegas Breweries with the Best Craft Beer As summer winds down, tickets for fall beer festivals are coming online — so we're bringing back a conversation co-host Sarah Lohman had with beer expert Phillip Garcia from Khoury's Fine Wines and Spirits. They talk about the best locally-brewed beers in Las Vegas and where to drink them. Learn more about the sponsors of this August 21st episode: Southern Nevada Water Authority Want to get in touch? Follow us @CityCastVegas on Instagram, or email us at lasvegas@citycast.fm. You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719. For more Las Vegas news, make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter, Hey Las Vegas. Learn more about becoming a City Cast Las Vegas Neighbor at membership.citycast.fm. Looking to advertise on City Cast Las Vegas? Check out our options for podcast and newsletter ads at citycast.fm/advertise. Thu, 21 Aug 2025 10:00:00 -0000 full City Cast As summer winds down, tickets for fall beer festivals are coming online — so we're bringing back a conversation co-host Sarah Lohman had with beer expert Phillip Garcia from Khoury's Fine Wines and Spirits. They talk about the best locally-brewed beers in Las Vegas and where to drink them. Learn more about the sponsors of this August 21st episode: Southern Nevada Water Authority Want to get in touch? Follow us @CityCastVegas on Instagram, or email us at lasvegas@citycast.fm. You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719. For more Las Vegas news, make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter, Hey Las Vegas. Learn more about becoming a City Cast Las Vegas Neighbor at membership.citycast.fm. Looking to advertise on City Cast Las Vegas? Check out our options for podcast and newsletter ads at citycast.fm/advertise. As summer winds down, tickets for fall beer festivals are coming online — so we're bringing back a conversation co-host Sarah Lohman had with beer expert Phillip Garcia from Khoury's Fine Wines and Spirits. They talk about the best locally-brewed beers in Las Vegas and where to drink them.

Learn more about the sponsors of this August 21st episode:

Southern Nevada Water Authority

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]]> 1405 Can Vegas Entertainment Withstand the Drop in Tourism? With Las Vegas tourism still in a slump, the entertainment industry is shifting, and locals might finally have the upper hand. Co-host Sarah Lohman chats with Roger Jones, veteran ticketing expert and owner of VegasTickets.com, about how falling demand is unlocking discounted shows, why locals are slow to take advantage, and what trends are shaping residencies and creating the perfect moment for locals to dive back into Vegas entertainment. Learn more about the sponsors of this August 20th episode: Southern Nevada Water Authority Want to get in touch? Follow us @CityCastVegas on Instagram, or email us at lasvegas@citycast.fm. You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719. For more Las Vegas news, make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter, Hey Las Vegas. Learn more about becoming a City Cast Las Vegas Neighbor at membership.citycast.fm. Looking to advertise on City Cast Las Vegas? Check out our options for podcast and newsletter ads at citycast.fm/advertise. Wed, 20 Aug 2025 10:00:00 -0000 full City Cast With Las Vegas tourism still in a slump, the entertainment industry is shifting, and locals might finally have the upper hand. Co-host Sarah Lohman chats with Roger Jones, veteran ticketing expert and owner of VegasTickets.com, about how falling demand is unlocking discounted shows, why locals are slow to take advantage, and what trends are shaping residencies and creating the perfect moment for locals to dive back into Vegas entertainment. Learn more about the sponsors of this August 20th episode: Southern Nevada Water Authority Want to get in touch? Follow us @CityCastVegas on Instagram, or email us at lasvegas@citycast.fm. You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719. For more Las Vegas news, make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter, Hey Las Vegas. Learn more about becoming a City Cast Las Vegas Neighbor at membership.citycast.fm. Looking to advertise on City Cast Las Vegas? Check out our options for podcast and newsletter ads at citycast.fm/advertise. With Las Vegas tourism still in a slump, the entertainment industry is shifting, and locals might finally have the upper hand. Co-host Sarah Lohman chats with Roger Jones, veteran ticketing expert and owner of VegasTickets.com, about how falling demand is unlocking discounted shows, why locals are slow to take advantage, and what trends are shaping residencies and creating the perfect moment for locals to dive back into Vegas entertainment.

Learn more about the sponsors of this August 20th episode:

Southern Nevada Water Authority

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]]> 1279 Las Vegas Mental Health Holds Scrutinized After New York Mass Shooting After a recent New York Times investigation shed light on the deteriorating mental health of 27-year-old Las Vegas resident Shane Tamura — who killed four people in Manhattan before taking his own life — questions are mounting about the systems meant to prevent such tragedies. The report detailed Tamura’s two prior involuntary hospitalizations, raising concerns about what should be considered in mental health and gun access laws. Today, we revisit a revealing conversation with Dr. Jim Jobin about the complexities of involuntary commitment and the broader implications of Southern Nevada’s strained mental health system. Learn more about the sponsors of this August 19th episode: Southern Nevada Water Authority Want to get in touch? Follow us @CityCastVegas on Instagram, or email us at lasvegas@citycast.fm. You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719. For more Las Vegas news, make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter, Hey Las Vegas. Learn more about becoming a City Cast Las Vegas Neighbor at membership.citycast.fm. Looking to advertise on City Cast Las Vegas? Check out our options for podcast and newsletter ads at citycast.fm/advertise. Tue, 19 Aug 2025 10:00:00 -0000 full City Cast After a recent New York Times investigation shed light on the deteriorating mental health of 27-year-old Las Vegas resident Shane Tamura — who killed four people in Manhattan before taking his own life — questions are mounting about the systems meant to prevent such tragedies. The report detailed Tamura’s two prior involuntary hospitalizations, raising concerns about what should be considered in mental health and gun access laws. Today, we revisit a revealing conversation with Dr. Jim Jobin about the complexities of involuntary commitment and the broader implications of Southern Nevada’s strained mental health system. Learn more about the sponsors of this August 19th episode: Southern Nevada Water Authority Want to get in touch? Follow us @CityCastVegas on Instagram, or email us at lasvegas@citycast.fm. You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719. For more Las Vegas news, make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter, Hey Las Vegas. Learn more about becoming a City Cast Las Vegas Neighbor at membership.citycast.fm. Looking to advertise on City Cast Las Vegas? Check out our options for podcast and newsletter ads at citycast.fm/advertise. After a recent New York Times investigation shed light on the deteriorating mental health of 27-year-old Las Vegas resident Shane Tamura — who killed four people in Manhattan before taking his own life — questions are mounting about the systems meant to prevent such tragedies. The report detailed Tamura’s two prior involuntary hospitalizations, raising concerns about what should be considered in mental health and gun access laws. Today, we revisit a revealing conversation with Dr. Jim Jobin about the complexities of involuntary commitment and the broader implications of Southern Nevada’s strained mental health system.

Learn more about the sponsors of this August 19th episode:

Southern Nevada Water Authority

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]]> 1392 Is The Vegas Loop Getting Stupider? Despite years of reporting on safety oversights, environmental mishaps, and dodgy regulation, the Boring Co. doesn't seem to be slowing down: Now, the company wants approval from the Nevada Transportation Authority to let their Teslas use city streets (essentially operating as taxis) — and as the Nevada Current just reported, the proposal might not even get a public hearing. So today, co-host Dayvid Figler sits down with transportation planning expert Ray Delahanty, AKA CityNerd, who just posted a video titled "The Vegas Loop Is Getting Progressively More Stupid." So — is that fair, or is that exactly what's happening? Learn more about the sponsors of this August 18th episode: Southern Nevada Water Authority Want to get in touch? Follow us @CityCastVegas on Instagram, or email us at lasvegas@citycast.fm. You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719. For more Las Vegas news, make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter, Hey Las Vegas. Learn more about becoming a City Cast Las Vegas Neighbor at membership.citycast.fm. Looking to advertise on City Cast Las Vegas? Check out our options for podcast and newsletter ads at citycast.fm/advertise. Mon, 18 Aug 2025 10:00:00 -0000 full City Cast Despite years of reporting on safety oversights, environmental mishaps, and dodgy regulation, the Boring Co. doesn't seem to be slowing down: Now, the company wants approval from the Nevada Transportation Authority to let their Teslas use city streets (essentially operating as taxis) — and as the Nevada Current just reported, the proposal might not even get a public hearing. So today, co-host Dayvid Figler sits down with transportation planning expert Ray Delahanty, AKA CityNerd, who just posted a video titled "The Vegas Loop Is Getting Progressively More Stupid." So — is that fair, or is that exactly what's happening? Learn more about the sponsors of this August 18th episode: Southern Nevada Water Authority Want to get in touch? Follow us @CityCastVegas on Instagram, or email us at lasvegas@citycast.fm. You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719. For more Las Vegas news, make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter, Hey Las Vegas. Learn more about becoming a City Cast Las Vegas Neighbor at membership.citycast.fm. Looking to advertise on City Cast Las Vegas? Check out our options for podcast and newsletter ads at citycast.fm/advertise. Despite years of reporting on safety oversights, environmental mishaps, and dodgy regulation, the Boring Co. doesn't seem to be slowing down: Now, the company wants approval from the Nevada Transportation Authority to let their Teslas use city streets (essentially operating as taxis) — and as the Nevada Current just reported, the proposal might not even get a public hearing.

So today, co-host Dayvid Figler sits down with transportation planning expert Ray Delahanty, AKA CityNerd, who just posted a video titled "The Vegas Loop Is Getting Progressively More Stupid." So — is that fair, or is that exactly what's happening?

Learn more about the sponsors of this August 18th episode:

Southern Nevada Water Authority

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]]> 1341 This Funeral Home Had ONE Job. Plus, the National Guard Aids ICE and the Golden Gate Nixes Live Table Games Governor Lombardo has just announced that the Nevada National Guard will be supporting ICE — albeit with "paperwork," not boots on the ground — so how does this play into the political chess between GOP state governors and the Trump administration? Plus, a local funeral home was discovered with uncremated bodies, some stored for up to 10 months, and the Golden Gate Casino, the oldest casino in Las Vegas, does away with live table games. Co-hosts Sarah Lohman and Dayvid Figler sit down with Andrew Kiraly, creator of TheList.Vegas, to discuss what this all means. We’re doing our annual survey to learn more about our listeners. We’d be grateful if you took the survey at citycast.fm/survey — it’s only 7 minutes long. You’ll be doing us a big favor. Plus, anyone who takes the survey will be eligible to win a $250 Visa gift card — and City Cast Las Vegas swag. Learn more about the sponsors of this August 15th episode: Babbel - Get up to 60% off at Babbel.com/CITYCAST The Neon Museum - Nevada residents, light up your night with 50% off admission to The Neon Museum! Want to get in touch? Follow us @CityCastVegas on Instagram, or email us at lasvegas@citycast.fm. You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719. For more Las Vegas news, make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter, Hey Las Vegas. Learn more about becoming a City Cast Las Vegas Neighbor at membership.citycast.fm. Looking to advertise on City Cast Las Vegas? Check out our options for podcast and newsletter ads at citycast.fm/advertise. Fri, 15 Aug 2025 10:00:00 -0000 full City Cast Governor Lombardo has just announced that the Nevada National Guard will be supporting ICE — albeit with "paperwork," not boots on the ground — so how does this play into the political chess between GOP state governors and the Trump administration? Plus, a local funeral home was discovered with uncremated bodies, some stored for up to 10 months, and the Golden Gate Casino, the oldest casino in Las Vegas, does away with live table games. Co-hosts Sarah Lohman and Dayvid Figler sit down with Andrew Kiraly, creator of TheList.Vegas, to discuss what this all means. We’re doing our annual survey to learn more about our listeners. We’d be grateful if you took the survey at citycast.fm/survey — it’s only 7 minutes long. You’ll be doing us a big favor. Plus, anyone who takes the survey will be eligible to win a $250 Visa gift card — and City Cast Las Vegas swag. Learn more about the sponsors of this August 15th episode: Babbel - Get up to 60% off at Babbel.com/CITYCAST The Neon Museum - Nevada residents, light up your night with 50% off admission to The Neon Museum! Want to get in touch? Follow us @CityCastVegas on Instagram, or email us at lasvegas@citycast.fm. You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719. For more Las Vegas news, make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter, Hey Las Vegas. Learn more about becoming a City Cast Las Vegas Neighbor at membership.citycast.fm. Looking to advertise on City Cast Las Vegas? Check out our options for podcast and newsletter ads at citycast.fm/advertise. Governor Lombardo has just announced that the Nevada National Guard will be supporting ICE — albeit with "paperwork," not boots on the ground — so how does this play into the political chess between GOP state governors and the Trump administration? Plus, a local funeral home was discovered with uncremated bodies, some stored for up to 10 months, and the Golden Gate Casino, the oldest casino in Las Vegas, does away with live table games. Co-hosts Sarah Lohman and Dayvid Figler sit down with Andrew Kiraly, creator of TheList.Vegas, to discuss what this all means.

We’re doing our annual survey to learn more about our listeners. We’d be grateful if you took the survey at citycast.fm/survey — it’s only 7 minutes long. You’ll be doing us a big favor. Plus, anyone who takes the survey will be eligible to win a $250 Visa gift card — and City Cast Las Vegas swag.

Learn more about the sponsors of this August 15th episode:

Babbel - Get up to 60% off at Babbel.com/CITYCAST

The Neon Museum - Nevada residents, light up your night with 50% off admission to The Neon Museum!

Want to get in touch? Follow us @CityCastVegas on Instagram, or email us at lasvegas@citycast.fm. You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719.

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]]> 2126 The Best Late-Night Eats in Las Vegas Las Vegas knows how to make the most of the nighttime hours — arguably better than any other city in the country. So whether you're booking a late-night steak dinner after a show, feeding your 3 a.m. taco craving, or getting a sunrise omelet after your night out (or graveyard shift), Vegas has something for you. Co-hosts Sarah Lohman and Dayvid Figler sit down with Lindsay Stewart, creator of the viral Instagram account The Las Vegas Foodie, to talk about the best late-night eats in Las Vegas. Learn more about the sponsors of this August 14th episode: Babbel - Get up to 60% off at Babbel.com/CITYCAST The Neon Museum - Nevada residents, light up your night with 50% off admission to The Neon Museum! We’re doing our annual survey to learn more about our listeners. We’d be grateful if you took the survey at citycast.fm/survey—it’s only 7 minutes long. You’ll be doing us a big favor. Plus, anyone who takes the survey will be eligible to win a $250 Visa gift card–and City Cast Las Vegas swag. Want to get in touch? Follow us @CityCastVegas on Instagram, or email us at lasvegas@citycast.fm. You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719. For more Las Vegas news, make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter, Hey Las Vegas. Looking to advertise on City Cast Las Vegas? Check out our options for podcast and newsletter ads at citycast.fm/advertise. Thu, 14 Aug 2025 10:00:00 -0000 full City Cast Las Vegas knows how to make the most of the nighttime hours — arguably better than any other city in the country. So whether you're booking a late-night steak dinner after a show, feeding your 3 a.m. taco craving, or getting a sunrise omelet after your night out (or graveyard shift), Vegas has something for you. Co-hosts Sarah Lohman and Dayvid Figler sit down with Lindsay Stewart, creator of the viral Instagram account The Las Vegas Foodie, to talk about the best late-night eats in Las Vegas. Learn more about the sponsors of this August 14th episode: Babbel - Get up to 60% off at Babbel.com/CITYCAST The Neon Museum - Nevada residents, light up your night with 50% off admission to The Neon Museum! We’re doing our annual survey to learn more about our listeners. We’d be grateful if you took the survey at citycast.fm/survey—it’s only 7 minutes long. You’ll be doing us a big favor. Plus, anyone who takes the survey will be eligible to win a $250 Visa gift card–and City Cast Las Vegas swag. Want to get in touch? Follow us @CityCastVegas on Instagram, or email us at lasvegas@citycast.fm. You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719. For more Las Vegas news, make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter, Hey Las Vegas. Looking to advertise on City Cast Las Vegas? Check out our options for podcast and newsletter ads at citycast.fm/advertise. Las Vegas knows how to make the most of the nighttime hours — arguably better than any other city in the country. So whether you're booking a late-night steak dinner after a show, feeding your 3 a.m. taco craving, or getting a sunrise omelet after your night out (or graveyard shift), Vegas has something for you. Co-hosts Sarah Lohman and Dayvid Figler sit down with Lindsay Stewart, creator of the viral Instagram account The Las Vegas Foodie, to talk about the best late-night eats in Las Vegas.

Learn more about the sponsors of this August 14th episode:

Babbel - Get up to 60% off at Babbel.com/CITYCAST

The Neon Museum - Nevada residents, light up your night with 50% off admission to The Neon Museum!

We’re doing our annual survey to learn more about our listeners. We’d be grateful if you took the survey at citycast.fm/survey—it’s only 7 minutes long. You’ll be doing us a big favor. Plus, anyone who takes the survey will be eligible to win a $250 Visa gift card–and City Cast Las Vegas swag.

Want to get in touch? Follow us @CityCastVegas on Instagram, or email us at lasvegas@citycast.fm. You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719.

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Looking to advertise on City Cast Las Vegas? Check out our options for podcast and newsletter ads at citycast.fm/advertise.

]]> 1665 Is Vegas Losing Its 24/7 Reputation? Las Vegas built its reputation on being a city that never sleeps — plus, we have a ⁠higher percentage⁠ of night-shift workers than any other city in the country. But does that reputation still hold in 2025? As part of our ⁠Night Week⁠ series, presented by the Neon Museum, co-host Dayvid Figler sits down with artist Brent Holmes and ⁠NothingtodolvEATS⁠ founder Giselle D’souza to ask whether Vegas is still a true 24-hour town. From late-night grocery shopping and ever-earlier last calls, they explore what’s changed, what’s been lost, and what late-night life still looks like in a city that once prided itself on never closing. Learn more about the sponsors of this August 13th episode: ⁠Babbel⁠ - Get up to 60% off at Babbel.com/CITYCAST ⁠The Neon Museum⁠ - Nevada residents, light up your night with 50% off admission to The Neon Museum!  Take our audience survey at ⁠citycast.fm/survey⁠ for a chance to win a $250 Visa gift card – and City Cast Las Vegas swag! Want to get in touch? Follow us @CityCastVegas on ⁠Instagram⁠, or email us at ⁠lasvegas@citycast.fm⁠. You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719. For more Las Vegas news, make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter,⁠ Hey Las Vegas.⁠ Learn more about becoming a City Cast Las Vegas Neighbor at ⁠membership.citycast.fm⁠. Looking to advertise on City Cast Las Vegas? Check out our options for podcast and newsletter ads at⁠ ⁠⁠citycast.fm/advertise⁠. Wed, 13 Aug 2025 10:00:00 -0000 full City Cast Las Vegas built its reputation on being a city that never sleeps — plus, we have a ⁠higher percentage⁠ of night-shift workers than any other city in the country. But does that reputation still hold in 2025? As part of our ⁠Night Week⁠ series, presented by the Neon Museum, co-host Dayvid Figler sits down with artist Brent Holmes and ⁠NothingtodolvEATS⁠ founder Giselle D’souza to ask whether Vegas is still a true 24-hour town. From late-night grocery shopping and ever-earlier last calls, they explore what’s changed, what’s been lost, and what late-night life still looks like in a city that once prided itself on never closing. Learn more about the sponsors of this August 13th episode: ⁠Babbel⁠ - Get up to 60% off at Babbel.com/CITYCAST ⁠The Neon Museum⁠ - Nevada residents, light up your night with 50% off admission to The Neon Museum!  Take our audience survey at ⁠citycast.fm/survey⁠ for a chance to win a $250 Visa gift card – and City Cast Las Vegas swag! Want to get in touch? Follow us @CityCastVegas on ⁠Instagram⁠, or email us at ⁠lasvegas@citycast.fm⁠. You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719. For more Las Vegas news, make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter,⁠ Hey Las Vegas.⁠ Learn more about becoming a City Cast Las Vegas Neighbor at ⁠membership.citycast.fm⁠. Looking to advertise on City Cast Las Vegas? Check out our options for podcast and newsletter ads at⁠ ⁠⁠citycast.fm/advertise⁠. Las Vegas built its reputation on being a city that never sleeps — plus, we have a ⁠higher percentage⁠ of night-shift workers than any other city in the country. But does that reputation still hold in 2025? As part of our ⁠Night Week⁠ series, presented by the Neon Museum, co-host Dayvid Figler sits down with artist Brent Holmes and ⁠NothingtodolvEATS⁠ founder Giselle D’souza to ask whether Vegas is still a true 24-hour town. From late-night grocery shopping and ever-earlier last calls, they explore what’s changed, what’s been lost, and what late-night life still looks like in a city that once prided itself on never closing.

Learn more about the sponsors of this August 13th episode:

⁠Babbel⁠ - Get up to 60% off at Babbel.com/CITYCAST

⁠The Neon Museum⁠ - Nevada residents, light up your night with 50% off admission to The Neon Museum! 

Take our audience survey at ⁠citycast.fm/survey⁠ for a chance to win a $250 Visa gift card – and City Cast Las Vegas swag!

Want to get in touch? Follow us @CityCastVegas on ⁠Instagram⁠, or email us at ⁠lasvegas@citycast.fm⁠. You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719.

For more Las Vegas news, make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter,⁠ Hey Las Vegas.⁠

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]]> 1623 What's a 'Night Mayor' and Does Vegas Need One? Recent tensions over noise in the Arts District are just one example of how nightlife can create both opportunities and flashpoints in the politics of our city. And it's exactly the kind of issue that a newly-emerging municipal role, a "Night Mayor," is equipped to solve. So today, co-host Dayvid Figler talks with Raheem Manning, Philadelphia's first-ever night mayor, about his job translating the needs of the after-hours economy — and how he'd tackle our Arts District noise debate. This is the second episode of Night Week, a celebration of all things nocturnal in Las Vegas. Take our audience survey at citycast.fm/survey for a chance to win a $250 Visa gift card – and City Cast Las Vegas swag! Learn more about the sponsors of this August 12th episode: Babbel - Get up to 60% off at Babbel.com/CITYCAST The Neon Museum - Nevada residents, light up your night with 50% off admission to The Neon Museum!  Want to get in touch? Follow us @CityCastVegas on Instagram, or email us at lasvegas@citycast.fm. You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719. For more Las Vegas news, make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter, Hey Las Vegas. Learn more about becoming a City Cast Las Vegas Neighbor at membership.citycast.fm. Looking to advertise on City Cast Las Vegas? Check out our options for podcast and newsletter ads at citycast.fm/advertise. Tue, 12 Aug 2025 10:00:00 -0000 full City Cast Recent tensions over noise in the Arts District are just one example of how nightlife can create both opportunities and flashpoints in the politics of our city. And it's exactly the kind of issue that a newly-emerging municipal role, a "Night Mayor," is equipped to solve. So today, co-host Dayvid Figler talks with Raheem Manning, Philadelphia's first-ever night mayor, about his job translating the needs of the after-hours economy — and how he'd tackle our Arts District noise debate. This is the second episode of Night Week, a celebration of all things nocturnal in Las Vegas. Take our audience survey at citycast.fm/survey for a chance to win a $250 Visa gift card – and City Cast Las Vegas swag! Learn more about the sponsors of this August 12th episode: Babbel - Get up to 60% off at Babbel.com/CITYCAST The Neon Museum - Nevada residents, light up your night with 50% off admission to The Neon Museum!  Want to get in touch? Follow us @CityCastVegas on Instagram, or email us at lasvegas@citycast.fm. You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719. For more Las Vegas news, make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter, Hey Las Vegas. Learn more about becoming a City Cast Las Vegas Neighbor at membership.citycast.fm. Looking to advertise on City Cast Las Vegas? Check out our options for podcast and newsletter ads at citycast.fm/advertise. Recent tensions over noise in the Arts District are just one example of how nightlife can create both opportunities and flashpoints in the politics of our city. And it's exactly the kind of issue that a newly-emerging municipal role, a "Night Mayor," is equipped to solve. So today, co-host Dayvid Figler talks with Raheem Manning, Philadelphia's first-ever night mayor, about his job translating the needs of the after-hours economy — and how he'd tackle our Arts District noise debate.

This is the second episode of Night Week, a celebration of all things nocturnal in Las Vegas.

Take our audience survey at citycast.fm/survey for a chance to win a $250 Visa gift card – and City Cast Las Vegas swag!

Learn more about the sponsors of this August 12th episode:

Babbel - Get up to 60% off at Babbel.com/CITYCAST

The Neon Museum - Nevada residents, light up your night with 50% off admission to The Neon Museum! 

Want to get in touch? Follow us @CityCastVegas on Instagram, or email us at lasvegas@citycast.fm. You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719.

For more Las Vegas news, make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter, Hey Las Vegas.

Learn more about becoming a City Cast Las Vegas Neighbor at membership.citycast.fm.

Looking to advertise on City Cast Las Vegas? Check out our options for podcast and newsletter ads at citycast.fm/advertise.

]]> 1631 Where to See Shooting Stars Near Vegas The best and brightest meteor shower of the year peaks tonight, August 11th — and believe it or not, you can find some incredible night sky viewing just a couple hours outside of Las Vegas, one of the brightest cities in the country. Co-host Sarah Lohman talks with Mig Ponce, president of the Las Vegas Astronomical Society and founder of Stardust Astrotours. Mig explains why the Perseid Meteor shower is so bright, discusses why dark skies are so essential and so threatened, and shares his favorite stargazing spots within a few hours' drive of Las Vegas. Today kicks off Night Week at City Cast Las Vegas — a special week of nocturnal-themed episodes sponsored by the always-brilliant Neon Museum. Learn more about the sponsors of this August 11th episode: Babbel - Get up to 60% off at Babbel.com/CITYCAST The Neon Museum - Nevada residents, light up your night with 50% off admission to The Neon Museum!  We’re doing our annual survey to learn more about our listeners. We’d be grateful if you took the survey at citycast.fm/survey — anyone who takes the survey will be eligible to win a $250 Visa gift card and City Cast Las Vegas swag! Want to get in touch? Follow us @CityCastVegas on Instagram, or email us at lasvegas@citycast.fm. You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719. For more Las Vegas news, make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter, Hey Las Vegas. Looking to advertise on City Cast Las Vegas? Check out our options for podcast and newsletter ads at citycast.fm/advertise. Mon, 11 Aug 2025 10:00:00 -0000 full City Cast The best and brightest meteor shower of the year peaks tonight, August 11th — and believe it or not, you can find some incredible night sky viewing just a couple hours outside of Las Vegas, one of the brightest cities in the country. Co-host Sarah Lohman talks with Mig Ponce, president of the Las Vegas Astronomical Society and founder of Stardust Astrotours. Mig explains why the Perseid Meteor shower is so bright, discusses why dark skies are so essential and so threatened, and shares his favorite stargazing spots within a few hours' drive of Las Vegas. Today kicks off Night Week at City Cast Las Vegas — a special week of nocturnal-themed episodes sponsored by the always-brilliant Neon Museum. Learn more about the sponsors of this August 11th episode: Babbel - Get up to 60% off at Babbel.com/CITYCAST The Neon Museum - Nevada residents, light up your night with 50% off admission to The Neon Museum!  We’re doing our annual survey to learn more about our listeners. We’d be grateful if you took the survey at citycast.fm/survey — anyone who takes the survey will be eligible to win a $250 Visa gift card and City Cast Las Vegas swag! Want to get in touch? Follow us @CityCastVegas on Instagram, or email us at lasvegas@citycast.fm. You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719. For more Las Vegas news, make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter, Hey Las Vegas. Looking to advertise on City Cast Las Vegas? Check out our options for podcast and newsletter ads at citycast.fm/advertise. The best and brightest meteor shower of the year peaks tonight, August 11th — and believe it or not, you can find some incredible night sky viewing just a couple hours outside of Las Vegas, one of the brightest cities in the country. Co-host Sarah Lohman talks with Mig Ponce, president of the Las Vegas Astronomical Society and founder of Stardust Astrotours. Mig explains why the Perseid Meteor shower is so bright, discusses why dark skies are so essential and so threatened, and shares his favorite stargazing spots within a few hours' drive of Las Vegas.

Today kicks off Night Week at City Cast Las Vegas — a special week of nocturnal-themed episodes sponsored by the always-brilliant Neon Museum.

Learn more about the sponsors of this August 11th episode:

Babbel - Get up to 60% off at Babbel.com/CITYCAST

The Neon Museum - Nevada residents, light up your night with 50% off admission to The Neon Museum! 

We’re doing our annual survey to learn more about our listeners. We’d be grateful if you took the survey at citycast.fm/survey — anyone who takes the survey will be eligible to win a $250 Visa gift card and City Cast Las Vegas swag!

Want to get in touch? Follow us @CityCastVegas on Instagram, or email us at lasvegas@citycast.fm. You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719.

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]]> 1420 Teslas Without the Tunnels? Plus, ICE Blocks Congressman From Detention Center and Questionable F1 Comps Tesla Tunnels are back in the news: This time, as Dana Gentry reports in the Nevada Current, it’s because the Boring Co. is pushing a proposal to let its vehicles exit the tunnels and use surface streets (yes, the tunnels were originally proposed as a solve to street traffic). So what’s really going on? Co-hosts Dayvid Figler and Sarah Lohman tackle this topic with Jacob Solis of Battle Born Progress, as well as ICE’s threat to arrest Congressman Steven Horsford after his attempt to inspect a detention facility in Pahrump, and why five Clark County Commissioners are facing an ethics review board over comped F1 tickets valued at over $10k each. Take our audience survey at citycast.fm/survey for a chance to win a $250 Visa gift card – and City Cast Las Vegas swag! Want to get in touch? Follow us @CityCastVegas on Instagram, or email us at lasvegas@citycast.fm. You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719. For more Las Vegas news, make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter, Hey Las Vegas. Learn more about becoming a City Cast Las Vegas Neighbor at membership.citycast.fm. Looking to advertise on City Cast Las Vegas? Check out our options for podcast and newsletter ads at citycast.fm/advertise. Fri, 08 Aug 2025 10:00:00 -0000 full City Cast Tesla Tunnels are back in the news: This time, as Dana Gentry reports in the Nevada Current, it’s because the Boring Co. is pushing a proposal to let its vehicles exit the tunnels and use surface streets (yes, the tunnels were originally proposed as a solve to street traffic). So what’s really going on? Co-hosts Dayvid Figler and Sarah Lohman tackle this topic with Jacob Solis of Battle Born Progress, as well as ICE’s threat to arrest Congressman Steven Horsford after his attempt to inspect a detention facility in Pahrump, and why five Clark County Commissioners are facing an ethics review board over comped F1 tickets valued at over $10k each. Take our audience survey at citycast.fm/survey for a chance to win a $250 Visa gift card – and City Cast Las Vegas swag! Want to get in touch? Follow us @CityCastVegas on Instagram, or email us at lasvegas@citycast.fm. You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719. For more Las Vegas news, make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter, Hey Las Vegas. Learn more about becoming a City Cast Las Vegas Neighbor at membership.citycast.fm. Looking to advertise on City Cast Las Vegas? Check out our options for podcast and newsletter ads at citycast.fm/advertise. Tesla Tunnels are back in the news: This time, as Dana Gentry reports in the Nevada Current, it’s because the Boring Co. is pushing a proposal to let its vehicles exit the tunnels and use surface streets (yes, the tunnels were originally proposed as a solve to street traffic). So what’s really going on? Co-hosts Dayvid Figler and Sarah Lohman tackle this topic with Jacob Solis of Battle Born Progress, as well as ICE’s threat to arrest Congressman Steven Horsford after his attempt to inspect a detention facility in Pahrump, and why five Clark County Commissioners are facing an ethics review board over comped F1 tickets valued at over $10k each.

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]]> 2309 A Pitmaster's Guide to the Best BBQ in Vegas How well do you know Vegas barbecue? While summer barbecue season is in full swing, few of us actually want to tend a smoker in the sweltering heat, so we're bringing back a conversation with pitmaster Christie Vanover, founder of Girls Can Grill. She tells co-host Sarah Lohman where to order the best BBQ in town and what she looks for in championship-worthy 'cue. Want to get in touch? Follow us @CityCastVegas on Instagram, or email us at lasvegas@citycast.fm. You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719. For more Las Vegas news, make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter, Hey Las Vegas. Learn more about becoming a City Cast Las Vegas Neighbor at membership.citycast.fm. Looking to advertise on City Cast Las Vegas? Check out our options for podcast and newsletter ads at citycast.fm/advertise. Thu, 07 Aug 2025 10:00:00 -0000 full City Cast How well do you know Vegas barbecue? While summer barbecue season is in full swing, few of us actually want to tend a smoker in the sweltering heat, so we're bringing back a conversation with pitmaster Christie Vanover, founder of Girls Can Grill. She tells co-host Sarah Lohman where to order the best BBQ in town and what she looks for in championship-worthy 'cue. Want to get in touch? Follow us @CityCastVegas on Instagram, or email us at lasvegas@citycast.fm. You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719. For more Las Vegas news, make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter, Hey Las Vegas. Learn more about becoming a City Cast Las Vegas Neighbor at membership.citycast.fm. Looking to advertise on City Cast Las Vegas? Check out our options for podcast and newsletter ads at citycast.fm/advertise. How well do you know Vegas barbecue? While summer barbecue season is in full swing, few of us actually want to tend a smoker in the sweltering heat, so we're bringing back a conversation with pitmaster Christie Vanover, founder of Girls Can Grill. She tells co-host Sarah Lohman where to order the best BBQ in town and what she looks for in championship-worthy 'cue.

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]]> 1343 Can F1 Get It Right This Year With Locals? As Formula One continues to stake its claim in Las Vegas, questions remain about its long-term impact on the local community. Co-host Dayvid Figler sits down with Austin Brown, Vice President of Marketing for the Las Vegas Grand Prix, to explore how F1 is working to become more than just a high-octane spectacle on the Strip. Brown discusses the new 39-acre Grand Prix Plaza, featuring go-karting, simulators, and immersive experiences, and how it aims to bridge the gap between a global sport and its local audience. Want to get in touch? Follow us @CityCastVegas on Instagram, or email us at lasvegas@citycast.fm. You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719. For more Las Vegas news, make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter, Hey Las Vegas. Learn more about becoming a City Cast Las Vegas Neighbor at membership.citycast.fm. Looking to advertise on City Cast Las Vegas? Check out our options for podcast and newsletter ads at citycast.fm/advertise. Wed, 06 Aug 2025 10:00:00 -0000 full City Cast As Formula One continues to stake its claim in Las Vegas, questions remain about its long-term impact on the local community. Co-host Dayvid Figler sits down with Austin Brown, Vice President of Marketing for the Las Vegas Grand Prix, to explore how F1 is working to become more than just a high-octane spectacle on the Strip. Brown discusses the new 39-acre Grand Prix Plaza, featuring go-karting, simulators, and immersive experiences, and how it aims to bridge the gap between a global sport and its local audience. Want to get in touch? Follow us @CityCastVegas on Instagram, or email us at lasvegas@citycast.fm. You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719. For more Las Vegas news, make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter, Hey Las Vegas. Learn more about becoming a City Cast Las Vegas Neighbor at membership.citycast.fm. Looking to advertise on City Cast Las Vegas? Check out our options for podcast and newsletter ads at citycast.fm/advertise. As Formula One continues to stake its claim in Las Vegas, questions remain about its long-term impact on the local community. Co-host Dayvid Figler sits down with Austin Brown, Vice President of Marketing for the Las Vegas Grand Prix, to explore how F1 is working to become more than just a high-octane spectacle on the Strip. Brown discusses the new 39-acre Grand Prix Plaza, featuring go-karting, simulators, and immersive experiences, and how it aims to bridge the gap between a global sport and its local audience.

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]]> 1203 Is Primm Nevada's Next Ghost Town? Stateline-straddling Primm is on its last legs: Whiskey Pete's closed in December, Buffalo Bill's just closed last month, and the outlet mall has just one store left. But what was Primm like in its heyday, and why is everything closing there now? Co-hosts Sarah Lohman and Dayvid Figler are joined by Hey Las Vegas editor Rob Kachelriess to discuss Primm's past and present, and if the proposed new airport and high-speed rail could change the town's fortunes. Want to get in touch? Follow us @CityCastVegas on Instagram, or email us at lasvegas@citycast.fm. You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719. For more Las Vegas news, make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter, Hey Las Vegas. Looking to advertise on City Cast Las Vegas? Check out our options for podcast and newsletter ads at citycast.fm/advertise. Tue, 05 Aug 2025 10:00:00 -0000 full City Cast Stateline-straddling Primm is on its last legs: Whiskey Pete's closed in December, Buffalo Bill's just closed last month, and the outlet mall has just one store left. But what was Primm like in its heyday, and why is everything closing there now? Co-hosts Sarah Lohman and Dayvid Figler are joined by Hey Las Vegas editor Rob Kachelriess to discuss Primm's past and present, and if the proposed new airport and high-speed rail could change the town's fortunes. Want to get in touch? Follow us @CityCastVegas on Instagram, or email us at lasvegas@citycast.fm. You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719. For more Las Vegas news, make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter, Hey Las Vegas. Looking to advertise on City Cast Las Vegas? Check out our options for podcast and newsletter ads at citycast.fm/advertise. Stateline-straddling Primm is on its last legs: Whiskey Pete's closed in December, Buffalo Bill's just closed last month, and the outlet mall has just one store left. But what was Primm like in its heyday, and why is everything closing there now? Co-hosts Sarah Lohman and Dayvid Figler are joined by Hey Las Vegas editor Rob Kachelriess to discuss Primm's past and present, and if the proposed new airport and high-speed rail could change the town's fortunes.

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]]> 1540 Is Vegas Getting Less Naked? The Vegas showgirl revues of the midcentury were known for nips-out nudity, Crazy Horse at the Riviera brought the tagline "No ifs, ands, or butts" to billboards around town, and as late as the early aughts, Peep Show did away with pasties to revive ticket sales. But lately, it seems like Vegas has been covering up. Sarah Lohman talks with her co-host Dayvid Figler, a lifelong Las Vegan and attorney, and burlesque performer Dirty Martini about what they're seeing (or not) in Vegas entertainment and why it's starting to change. Just a note, that you might have already guessed, this interview touches on some explicit topics. Want to get in touch? Follow us @CityCastVegas on Instagram, or email us at lasvegas@citycast.fm. You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719. For more Las Vegas news, make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter, Hey Las Vegas. Learn more about becoming a City Cast Las Vegas Neighbor at membership.citycast.fm. Looking to advertise on City Cast Las Vegas? Check out our options for podcast and newsletter ads at citycast.fm/advertise. Mon, 04 Aug 2025 10:00:00 -0000 full City Cast The Vegas showgirl revues of the midcentury were known for nips-out nudity, Crazy Horse at the Riviera brought the tagline "No ifs, ands, or butts" to billboards around town, and as late as the early aughts, Peep Show did away with pasties to revive ticket sales. But lately, it seems like Vegas has been covering up. Sarah Lohman talks with her co-host Dayvid Figler, a lifelong Las Vegan and attorney, and burlesque performer Dirty Martini about what they're seeing (or not) in Vegas entertainment and why it's starting to change. Just a note, that you might have already guessed, this interview touches on some explicit topics. Want to get in touch? Follow us @CityCastVegas on Instagram, or email us at lasvegas@citycast.fm. You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719. For more Las Vegas news, make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter, Hey Las Vegas. Learn more about becoming a City Cast Las Vegas Neighbor at membership.citycast.fm. Looking to advertise on City Cast Las Vegas? Check out our options for podcast and newsletter ads at citycast.fm/advertise. The Vegas showgirl revues of the midcentury were known for nips-out nudity, Crazy Horse at the Riviera brought the tagline "No ifs, ands, or butts" to billboards around town, and as late as the early aughts, Peep Show did away with pasties to revive ticket sales. But lately, it seems like Vegas has been covering up. Sarah Lohman talks with her co-host Dayvid Figler, a lifelong Las Vegan and attorney, and burlesque performer Dirty Martini about what they're seeing (or not) in Vegas entertainment and why it's starting to change.

Just a note, that you might have already guessed, this interview touches on some explicit topics.

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]]> 1586 Strip Mall Inferno, Wellness Conference Turns Near-Deadly, & Beyoncé’s Surprise Guests ProPublica just released an eyebrow-raising investigation: earlier this month, at a conference in Las Vegas purporting to share the secrets to living longer, two women received peptide injections that sent them to the hospital, fighting for their lives. What regulatory oversights allowed this to happen? Co-hosts Sarah Lohman and Dayvid Figler, along with executive producer Sonja Cho Swanson, discuss the near-deadly episode, as well as the huge fire that destroyed a beloved and surprisingly beautiful strip mall near UNLV, and how Beyoncé wrapped her Cowboy Carter tour in Las Vegas with four surprise guests. Want to get in touch? Follow us @CityCastVegas on Instagram, or email us at lasvegas@citycast.fm. You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719. For more Las Vegas news, make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter, Hey Las Vegas. Looking to advertise on City Cast Las Vegas? Check out our options for podcast and newsletter ads at citycast.fm/advertise. Fri, 01 Aug 2025 10:00:00 -0000 full City Cast ProPublica just released an eyebrow-raising investigation: earlier this month, at a conference in Las Vegas purporting to share the secrets to living longer, two women received peptide injections that sent them to the hospital, fighting for their lives. What regulatory oversights allowed this to happen? Co-hosts Sarah Lohman and Dayvid Figler, along with executive producer Sonja Cho Swanson, discuss the near-deadly episode, as well as the huge fire that destroyed a beloved and surprisingly beautiful strip mall near UNLV, and how Beyoncé wrapped her Cowboy Carter tour in Las Vegas with four surprise guests. Want to get in touch? Follow us @CityCastVegas on Instagram, or email us at lasvegas@citycast.fm. You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719. For more Las Vegas news, make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter, Hey Las Vegas. Looking to advertise on City Cast Las Vegas? Check out our options for podcast and newsletter ads at citycast.fm/advertise. ProPublica just released an eyebrow-raising investigation: earlier this month, at a conference in Las Vegas purporting to share the secrets to living longer, two women received peptide injections that sent them to the hospital, fighting for their lives. What regulatory oversights allowed this to happen? Co-hosts Sarah Lohman and Dayvid Figler, along with executive producer Sonja Cho Swanson, discuss the near-deadly episode, as well as the huge fire that destroyed a beloved and surprisingly beautiful strip mall near UNLV, and how Beyoncé wrapped her Cowboy Carter tour in Las Vegas with four surprise guests.

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]]> 2162 Your Guide to August 2025 in Las Vegas Las Vegas is making the most of an unusually mild summer, offering a packed calendar of events and experiences tailored to locals. Co-hosts Dayvid Figler and Sarah Lohman are joined by Melinda Sheckells, editor of The Town Magazine, to break down what’s worth your time this August, from creative local birthday gift ideas and volunteer opportunities to stand-out experiences and the latest pop culture trend in Las Vegas. Together, they unpack how residents are closing out the season in Las Vegas.  Don’t miss the latest on the local shopping hub reopening this weekend. 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 Las Vegas community. For even more tips on how to make the most of August in Las Vegas, check out Hey Las Vegas’s take on what to do this month. Want to get in touch? Follow us @CityCastVegas on Instagram, or email us at lasvegas@citycast.fm. You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719. For more Las Vegas news, make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter, Hey Las Vegas. Learn more about becoming a City Cast Las Vegas Neighbor at membership.citycast.fm. Looking to advertise on City Cast Las Vegas? Check out our options for podcast and newsletter ads at citycast.fm/advertise. Thu, 31 Jul 2025 10:00:00 -0000 full City Cast Las Vegas is making the most of an unusually mild summer, offering a packed calendar of events and experiences tailored to locals. Co-hosts Dayvid Figler and Sarah Lohman are joined by Melinda Sheckells, editor of The Town Magazine, to break down what’s worth your time this August, from creative local birthday gift ideas and volunteer opportunities to stand-out experiences and the latest pop culture trend in Las Vegas. Together, they unpack how residents are closing out the season in Las Vegas.  Don’t miss the latest on the local shopping hub reopening this weekend. 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 Las Vegas community. For even more tips on how to make the most of August in Las Vegas, check out Hey Las Vegas’s take on what to do this month. Want to get in touch? Follow us @CityCastVegas on Instagram, or email us at lasvegas@citycast.fm. You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719. For more Las Vegas news, make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter, Hey Las Vegas. Learn more about becoming a City Cast Las Vegas Neighbor at membership.citycast.fm. Looking to advertise on City Cast Las Vegas? Check out our options for podcast and newsletter ads at citycast.fm/advertise. Las Vegas is making the most of an unusually mild summer, offering a packed calendar of events and experiences tailored to locals. Co-hosts Dayvid Figler and Sarah Lohman are joined by Melinda Sheckells, editor of The Town Magazine, to break down what’s worth your time this August, from creative local birthday gift ideas and volunteer opportunities to stand-out experiences and the latest pop culture trend in Las Vegas. Together, they unpack how residents are closing out the season in Las Vegas. 


Don’t miss the latest on the local shopping hub reopening this weekend.


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 Las Vegas community.


For even more tips on how to make the most of August in Las Vegas, check out Hey Las Vegas’s take on what to do this month.


Want to get in touch? Follow us @CityCastVegas on Instagram, or email us at lasvegas@citycast.fm. You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719.


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]]> 1835 Broadacres Is Back. Is Everything Okay? After an abrupt closure in June that left vendors scrambling to make up for lost income, Broadacres, the massive swap meet and hub of Hispanic life in North Las Vegas, has announced its official reopening on August 1st. But what does this mean — and will it ever be the same again? Co-host Dayvid Figler talks with artist Justin Favela and Nevada Current reporter Jeniffer Solis, both born and raised Las Vegans who grew up going to Broadacres, about what the reopening means, and how the fear of ICE raids and immigration enforcement continues to impact everyday life for a huge swath of our city. Want to get in touch? Follow us @CityCastVegas on Instagram, or email us at lasvegas@citycast.fm. You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719. For more Las Vegas news, make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter, Hey Las Vegas. Learn more about becoming a City Cast Las Vegas Neighbor at membership.citycast.fm. Looking to advertise on City Cast Las Vegas? Check out our options for podcast and newsletter ads at citycast.fm/advertise. Wed, 30 Jul 2025 10:00:00 -0000 full City Cast After an abrupt closure in June that left vendors scrambling to make up for lost income, Broadacres, the massive swap meet and hub of Hispanic life in North Las Vegas, has announced its official reopening on August 1st. But what does this mean — and will it ever be the same again? Co-host Dayvid Figler talks with artist Justin Favela and Nevada Current reporter Jeniffer Solis, both born and raised Las Vegans who grew up going to Broadacres, about what the reopening means, and how the fear of ICE raids and immigration enforcement continues to impact everyday life for a huge swath of our city. Want to get in touch? Follow us @CityCastVegas on Instagram, or email us at lasvegas@citycast.fm. You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719. For more Las Vegas news, make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter, Hey Las Vegas. Learn more about becoming a City Cast Las Vegas Neighbor at membership.citycast.fm. Looking to advertise on City Cast Las Vegas? Check out our options for podcast and newsletter ads at citycast.fm/advertise. After an abrupt closure in June that left vendors scrambling to make up for lost income, Broadacres, the massive swap meet and hub of Hispanic life in North Las Vegas, has announced its official reopening on August 1st. But what does this mean — and will it ever be the same again? Co-host Dayvid Figler talks with artist Justin Favela and Nevada Current reporter Jeniffer Solis, both born and raised Las Vegans who grew up going to Broadacres, about what the reopening means, and how the fear of ICE raids and immigration enforcement continues to impact everyday life for a huge swath of our city.

Want to get in touch? Follow us @CityCastVegas on Instagram, or email us at lasvegas@citycast.fm. You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719.

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]]> 1272 What Elvis’ Brother Really Thinks About Vegas Impersonators Elvis Presley would’ve turned 90 this year, and Las Vegas is celebrating by recreating his legendary 1969 residency at the Westgate (formerly the International Hotel). Co-host Sarah Lohman talks with Elvis’s brother, David Stanley, about growing up at Graceland, touring during the Vegas years, and why the city still worships the King. Plus, how accurate are the iconic Vegas Elvis impersonators? Want to get in touch? Follow us @CityCastVegas on Instagram, or email us at lasvegas@citycast.fm. You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719. For more Las Vegas news, make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter, Hey Las Vegas. Learn more about becoming a City Cast Las Vegas Neighbor at membership.citycast.fm. Looking to advertise on City Cast Las Vegas? Check out our options for podcast and newsletter ads at citycast.fm/advertise. Tue, 29 Jul 2025 10:00:00 -0000 full City Cast Elvis Presley would’ve turned 90 this year, and Las Vegas is celebrating by recreating his legendary 1969 residency at the Westgate (formerly the International Hotel). Co-host Sarah Lohman talks with Elvis’s brother, David Stanley, about growing up at Graceland, touring during the Vegas years, and why the city still worships the King. Plus, how accurate are the iconic Vegas Elvis impersonators? Want to get in touch? Follow us @CityCastVegas on Instagram, or email us at lasvegas@citycast.fm. You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719. For more Las Vegas news, make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter, Hey Las Vegas. Learn more about becoming a City Cast Las Vegas Neighbor at membership.citycast.fm. Looking to advertise on City Cast Las Vegas? Check out our options for podcast and newsletter ads at citycast.fm/advertise. Elvis Presley would’ve turned 90 this year, and Las Vegas is celebrating by recreating his legendary 1969 residency at the Westgate (formerly the International Hotel). Co-host Sarah Lohman talks with Elvis’s brother, David Stanley, about growing up at Graceland, touring during the Vegas years, and why the city still worships the King. Plus, how accurate are the iconic Vegas Elvis impersonators?

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]]> 1426 Is It Time To Stop Hating on Californians in Vegas? Las Vegans love to complain about the heat (duh), the traffic, and … Californians. Californians moving to Vegas have nearly twice the income of Nevadans moving within the state — with locals bearing the brunt of our affordable housing crisis, it's easy to feel resentful. But should we? Co-hosts Dayvid Figler and Sarah Lohman, along with Nevada Current journalist Michael MJ Lyle and poet Vogue Robinson have a lively conversation about the contours of our frustration with Cali transplants and how much of it is actually fair. Want to get in touch? Follow us @CityCastVegas on Instagram, or email us at lasvegas@citycast.fm. You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719. For more Las Vegas news, make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter, Hey Las Vegas. Learn more about becoming a City Cast Las Vegas Neighbor at membership.citycast.fm. Looking to advertise on City Cast Las Vegas? Check out our options for podcast and newsletter ads at citycast.fm/advertise. Mon, 28 Jul 2025 10:00:00 -0000 full City Cast Las Vegans love to complain about the heat (duh), the traffic, and … Californians. Californians moving to Vegas have nearly twice the income of Nevadans moving within the state — with locals bearing the brunt of our affordable housing crisis, it's easy to feel resentful. But should we? Co-hosts Dayvid Figler and Sarah Lohman, along with Nevada Current journalist Michael MJ Lyle and poet Vogue Robinson have a lively conversation about the contours of our frustration with Cali transplants and how much of it is actually fair. Want to get in touch? Follow us @CityCastVegas on Instagram, or email us at lasvegas@citycast.fm. You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719. For more Las Vegas news, make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter, Hey Las Vegas. Learn more about becoming a City Cast Las Vegas Neighbor at membership.citycast.fm. Looking to advertise on City Cast Las Vegas? Check out our options for podcast and newsletter ads at citycast.fm/advertise. Las Vegans love to complain about the heat (duh), the traffic, and … Californians. Californians moving to Vegas have nearly twice the income of Nevadans moving within the state — with locals bearing the brunt of our affordable housing crisis, it's easy to feel resentful. But should we? Co-hosts Dayvid Figler and Sarah Lohman, along with Nevada Current journalist Michael MJ Lyle and poet Vogue Robinson have a lively conversation about the contours of our frustration with Cali transplants and how much of it is actually fair.

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]]> 1648 Construction at 5 a.m.? Plus, the Feds Want Nevada Voter Data and the Aviators Rebrand Thanks to a new state law, some of you across the valley might start hearing construction noises as early as 5 a.m. this summer — it's part of an effort to help construction workers avoid the brutal heat. But how will this impact noise pollution? Co-hosts Dayvid Figler and Sarah Lohman are joined by Nevada Current deputy editor April Corbin Girnus to tackle this and the rest of the week's news: Why the DOJ is demanding Nevada's voter rolls (and the implications of this political theater), as well as the Aviators latest (temporary) rebrand as — drumroll, please — the Cone Jesters! Learn more about the sponsors of this July 25th episode: Babbel - Get up to 60% off at Babbel.com/CITYCAST Crush Pad The Neon Museum - Nevada residents, light up your night with 50% off admission to The Neon Museum!  Want to get in touch? Follow us @CityCastVegas on Instagram, or email us at lasvegas@citycast.fm. You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719. For more Las Vegas news, make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter, Hey Las Vegas. Looking to advertise on City Cast Las Vegas? Check out our options for podcast and newsletter ads at citycast.fm/advertise. Fri, 25 Jul 2025 10:00:00 -0000 full City Cast Thanks to a new state law, some of you across the valley might start hearing construction noises as early as 5 a.m. this summer — it's part of an effort to help construction workers avoid the brutal heat. But how will this impact noise pollution? Co-hosts Dayvid Figler and Sarah Lohman are joined by Nevada Current deputy editor April Corbin Girnus to tackle this and the rest of the week's news: Why the DOJ is demanding Nevada's voter rolls (and the implications of this political theater), as well as the Aviators latest (temporary) rebrand as — drumroll, please — the Cone Jesters! Learn more about the sponsors of this July 25th episode: Babbel - Get up to 60% off at Babbel.com/CITYCAST Crush Pad The Neon Museum - Nevada residents, light up your night with 50% off admission to The Neon Museum!  Want to get in touch? Follow us @CityCastVegas on Instagram, or email us at lasvegas@citycast.fm. You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719. For more Las Vegas news, make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter, Hey Las Vegas. Looking to advertise on City Cast Las Vegas? Check out our options for podcast and newsletter ads at citycast.fm/advertise. Thanks to a new state law, some of you across the valley might start hearing construction noises as early as 5 a.m. this summer — it's part of an effort to help construction workers avoid the brutal heat. But how will this impact noise pollution? Co-hosts Dayvid Figler and Sarah Lohman are joined by Nevada Current deputy editor April Corbin Girnus to tackle this and the rest of the week's news: Why the DOJ is demanding Nevada's voter rolls (and the implications of this political theater), as well as the Aviators latest (temporary) rebrand as — drumroll, please — the Cone Jesters!

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]]> 1886 What Is ICE Doing in Las Vegas Right Now? With immigration enforcement intensifying nationwide and the Trump administration’s proposed “Big Beautiful Bill” aiming to funnel billions more into ICE operations, Las Vegas finds itself uniquely impacted. In a city where one in five residents is an immigrant, the stakes are high and the impact is personal. Co-host Dayvid Figler sits down with Professor Michael Kagan, director of UNLV’s Immigration Clinic, to unpack what heightened enforcement looks like on the ground in Las Vegas. Learn more about the sponsors of this July 24th episode: Babbel - Get up to 60% off at Babbel.com/CITYCAST Crush Pad The Neon Museum - Nevada residents, light up your night with 50% off admission to The Neon Museum!  Want to get in touch? Follow us @CityCastVegas on Instagram, or email us at lasvegas@citycast.fm. You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719. For more Las Vegas news, make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter, Hey Las Vegas. Looking to advertise on City Cast Las Vegas? Check out our options for podcast and newsletter ads at citycast.fm/advertise. Thu, 24 Jul 2025 10:00:00 -0000 full City Cast With immigration enforcement intensifying nationwide and the Trump administration’s proposed “Big Beautiful Bill” aiming to funnel billions more into ICE operations, Las Vegas finds itself uniquely impacted. In a city where one in five residents is an immigrant, the stakes are high and the impact is personal. Co-host Dayvid Figler sits down with Professor Michael Kagan, director of UNLV’s Immigration Clinic, to unpack what heightened enforcement looks like on the ground in Las Vegas. Learn more about the sponsors of this July 24th episode: Babbel - Get up to 60% off at Babbel.com/CITYCAST Crush Pad The Neon Museum - Nevada residents, light up your night with 50% off admission to The Neon Museum!  Want to get in touch? Follow us @CityCastVegas on Instagram, or email us at lasvegas@citycast.fm. You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719. For more Las Vegas news, make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter, Hey Las Vegas. Looking to advertise on City Cast Las Vegas? Check out our options for podcast and newsletter ads at citycast.fm/advertise. With immigration enforcement intensifying nationwide and the Trump administration’s proposed “Big Beautiful Bill” aiming to funnel billions more into ICE operations, Las Vegas finds itself uniquely impacted. In a city where one in five residents is an immigrant, the stakes are high and the impact is personal. Co-host Dayvid Figler sits down with Professor Michael Kagan, director of UNLV’s Immigration Clinic, to unpack what heightened enforcement looks like on the ground in Las Vegas.

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]]> 1547 Why Sen. Rosen Says Trump’s Bill Is Screwing Over Las Vegans The Trump administration's omnibus budget bill was signed into law earlier this month — but the Dems aren't going down easy. Senator Jacky Rosen joins co-host Dayvid Figler to talk about how the so-called "Big Beautiful Bill" will impact Las Vegans, what she's doing about it, and what we can all do to help each other weather its impacts. (Spoiler: The Senator has some spicy takes on the backers of this bill!) Learn more about the sponsors of this July 23rd episode: Babbel - Get up to 60% off at Babbel.com/CITYCAST Crush Pad The Neon Museum - Nevada residents, light up your night with 50% off admission to The Neon Museum!  Want to get in touch? Follow us @CityCastVegas on Instagram, or email us at lasvegas@citycast.fm. You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719. For more Las Vegas news, make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter, Hey Las Vegas. Learn more about becoming a City Cast Las Vegas Neighbor at membership.citycast.fm. Looking to advertise on City Cast Las Vegas? Check out our options for podcast and newsletter ads at citycast.fm/advertise. Wed, 23 Jul 2025 10:00:00 -0000 full City Cast The Trump administration's omnibus budget bill was signed into law earlier this month — but the Dems aren't going down easy. Senator Jacky Rosen joins co-host Dayvid Figler to talk about how the so-called "Big Beautiful Bill" will impact Las Vegans, what she's doing about it, and what we can all do to help each other weather its impacts. (Spoiler: The Senator has some spicy takes on the backers of this bill!) Learn more about the sponsors of this July 23rd episode: Babbel - Get up to 60% off at Babbel.com/CITYCAST Crush Pad The Neon Museum - Nevada residents, light up your night with 50% off admission to The Neon Museum!  Want to get in touch? Follow us @CityCastVegas on Instagram, or email us at lasvegas@citycast.fm. You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719. For more Las Vegas news, make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter, Hey Las Vegas. Learn more about becoming a City Cast Las Vegas Neighbor at membership.citycast.fm. Looking to advertise on City Cast Las Vegas? Check out our options for podcast and newsletter ads at citycast.fm/advertise. The Trump administration's omnibus budget bill was signed into law earlier this month — but the Dems aren't going down easy. Senator Jacky Rosen joins co-host Dayvid Figler to talk about how the so-called "Big Beautiful Bill" will impact Las Vegans, what she's doing about it, and what we can all do to help each other weather its impacts. (Spoiler: The Senator has some spicy takes on the backers of this bill!)

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]]> 1652 Why Town Square Is Suddenly Hot Again After nearly two decades, Town Square is shaking off the dust with a wave of new restaurants, even as longtime local favorites like Blue Martini and Stoney’s pack up and move on. So what’s really going on at the popular shopping center just south of the Strip? Has it quietly become more of a tourist stop than a local hangout? We revisit a conversation with Hey Las Vegas newsletter editor Rob Kachelriess and co-host Dayvid Figler as they break down what’s new at Town Square, which old favorites are still hanging on, and what it all means for the shopping center’s future. Learn more about the sponsors of this July 22nd episode: ⁠Babbel⁠ - Get up to 60% off at Babbel.com/CITYCAST ⁠Crush Pad⁠ ⁠The Neon Museum⁠ - Nevada residents, light up your night with 50% off admission to The Neon Museum! Want to get in touch? Follow us @CityCastVegas on ⁠Instagram⁠, or email us at ⁠lasvegas@citycast.fm⁠. You can also call or text us at ⁠702-514-0719⁠. For more Las Vegas news, make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter,⁠ Hey Las Vegas.⁠ Looking to advertise on City Cast Las Vegas? Check out our options for podcast and newsletter ads at⁠ citycast.fm/advertise⁠. Tue, 22 Jul 2025 10:00:00 -0000 full City Cast After nearly two decades, Town Square is shaking off the dust with a wave of new restaurants, even as longtime local favorites like Blue Martini and Stoney’s pack up and move on. So what’s really going on at the popular shopping center just south of the Strip? Has it quietly become more of a tourist stop than a local hangout? We revisit a conversation with Hey Las Vegas newsletter editor Rob Kachelriess and co-host Dayvid Figler as they break down what’s new at Town Square, which old favorites are still hanging on, and what it all means for the shopping center’s future. Learn more about the sponsors of this July 22nd episode: ⁠Babbel⁠ - Get up to 60% off at Babbel.com/CITYCAST ⁠Crush Pad⁠ ⁠The Neon Museum⁠ - Nevada residents, light up your night with 50% off admission to The Neon Museum! Want to get in touch? Follow us @CityCastVegas on ⁠Instagram⁠, or email us at ⁠lasvegas@citycast.fm⁠. You can also call or text us at ⁠702-514-0719⁠. For more Las Vegas news, make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter,⁠ Hey Las Vegas.⁠ Looking to advertise on City Cast Las Vegas? Check out our options for podcast and newsletter ads at⁠ citycast.fm/advertise⁠. After nearly two decades, Town Square is shaking off the dust with a wave of new restaurants, even as longtime local favorites like Blue Martini and Stoney’s pack up and move on. So what’s really going on at the popular shopping center just south of the Strip? Has it quietly become more of a tourist stop than a local hangout? We revisit a conversation with Hey Las Vegas newsletter editor Rob Kachelriess and co-host Dayvid Figler as they break down what’s new at Town Square, which old favorites are still hanging on, and what it all means for the shopping center’s future.

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]]> 1530 What Do Lombardo’s Record Breaking Vetos Mean for Las Vegas? The tally is in: Governor Lombardo has officially broken the veto record again — striking down the most bills out of any executive in Nevada state history. Vetoes are a check on the legislative branch, but at this extreme, do we need a check on the check? What does Lombardo get out of all those vetoes, and what happens with all this killed legislation now? Co-host Dayvid Figler talks with Battle Born Progress press secretary Jacob Solis to discuss all the implications of the vetoes on Las Vegans. Learn more about the sponsors of this July 21st episode: Babbel - Get up to 60% off at Babbel.com/CITYCAST Crush Pad The Neon Museum - Nevada residents, light up your night with 50% off admission to The Neon Museum!  Want to get in touch? Follow us @CityCastVegas on Instagram, or email us at lasvegas@citycast.fm. You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719. For more Las Vegas news, make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter, Hey Las Vegas. Looking to advertise on City Cast Las Vegas? Check out our options for podcast and newsletter ads at citycast.fm/advertise. Mon, 21 Jul 2025 10:00:00 -0000 full City Cast The tally is in: Governor Lombardo has officially broken the veto record again — striking down the most bills out of any executive in Nevada state history. Vetoes are a check on the legislative branch, but at this extreme, do we need a check on the check? What does Lombardo get out of all those vetoes, and what happens with all this killed legislation now? Co-host Dayvid Figler talks with Battle Born Progress press secretary Jacob Solis to discuss all the implications of the vetoes on Las Vegans. Learn more about the sponsors of this July 21st episode: Babbel - Get up to 60% off at Babbel.com/CITYCAST Crush Pad The Neon Museum - Nevada residents, light up your night with 50% off admission to The Neon Museum!  Want to get in touch? Follow us @CityCastVegas on Instagram, or email us at lasvegas@citycast.fm. You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719. For more Las Vegas news, make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter, Hey Las Vegas. Looking to advertise on City Cast Las Vegas? Check out our options for podcast and newsletter ads at citycast.fm/advertise. The tally is in: Governor Lombardo has officially broken the veto record again — striking down the most bills out of any executive in Nevada state history. Vetoes are a check on the legislative branch, but at this extreme, do we need a check on the check? What does Lombardo get out of all those vetoes, and what happens with all this killed legislation now? Co-host Dayvid Figler talks with Battle Born Progress press secretary Jacob Solis to discuss all the implications of the vetoes on Las Vegans.

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]]> 1551 Do We Need HOV Lanes? Plus, Housing Vouchers and UNO at the Palms HOV lanes are back in the headlines, thanks to the efforts of Lt. Governor Stavros Anthony. Are they actually "useless," as he claims? And how did HOV lanes enter the culture wars? Co-hosts Sarah Lohman and Dayvid Figler discuss this with Nevada Current reporter Michael MJ Lyle. They also tackle the imminent loss of pandemic-era housing vouchers, and why everyone on the internet was convinced that you can now gamble on UNO (spoiler: not exactly). Learn more about the sponsors of this July 16th episode: Crush Pad Want to get in touch? Follow us @CityCastVegas on Instagram, or email us at lasvegas@citycast.fm. You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719. For more Las Vegas news, make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter, Hey Las Vegas. Looking to advertise on City Cast Las Vegas? Check out our options for podcast and newsletter ads at citycast.fm/advertise. Fri, 18 Jul 2025 10:00:00 -0000 full City Cast HOV lanes are back in the headlines, thanks to the efforts of Lt. Governor Stavros Anthony. Are they actually "useless," as he claims? And how did HOV lanes enter the culture wars? Co-hosts Sarah Lohman and Dayvid Figler discuss this with Nevada Current reporter Michael MJ Lyle. They also tackle the imminent loss of pandemic-era housing vouchers, and why everyone on the internet was convinced that you can now gamble on UNO (spoiler: not exactly). Learn more about the sponsors of this July 16th episode: Crush Pad Want to get in touch? Follow us @CityCastVegas on Instagram, or email us at lasvegas@citycast.fm. You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719. For more Las Vegas news, make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter, Hey Las Vegas. Looking to advertise on City Cast Las Vegas? Check out our options for podcast and newsletter ads at citycast.fm/advertise. HOV lanes are back in the headlines, thanks to the efforts of Lt. Governor Stavros Anthony. Are they actually "useless," as he claims? And how did HOV lanes enter the culture wars? Co-hosts Sarah Lohman and Dayvid Figler discuss this with Nevada Current reporter Michael MJ Lyle. They also tackle the imminent loss of pandemic-era housing vouchers, and why everyone on the internet was convinced that you can now gamble on UNO (spoiler: not exactly).

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]]> 1964 Vegas Loves the Drive-Thru. But Should We? Las Vegas didn't technically invent the drive-thru (that honor goes to L.A.) but we've taken the concept to its logical extremes: Vegas is responsible for drive-thru weddings, drive-thru betting, and drive-thru weed. But do drive-thrus come at a cost? Today, co-host Dayvid Figler and Sarah Lohman are joined by executive producer Sonja Cho Swanson for a lively debate about the pros and cons of drive-thrus, the best ones in Vegas, and whether we'll ever truly outgrow them. Learn more about the sponsors of this July 17th episode: Crush Pad Want to get in touch? Follow us @CityCastVegas on Instagram, or email us at lasvegas@citycast.fm. You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719. For more Las Vegas news, make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter, Hey Las Vegas. Looking to advertise on City Cast Las Vegas? Check out our options for podcast and newsletter ads at citycast.fm/advertise. Thu, 17 Jul 2025 10:00:00 -0000 full City Cast Las Vegas didn't technically invent the drive-thru (that honor goes to L.A.) but we've taken the concept to its logical extremes: Vegas is responsible for drive-thru weddings, drive-thru betting, and drive-thru weed. But do drive-thrus come at a cost? Today, co-host Dayvid Figler and Sarah Lohman are joined by executive producer Sonja Cho Swanson for a lively debate about the pros and cons of drive-thrus, the best ones in Vegas, and whether we'll ever truly outgrow them. Learn more about the sponsors of this July 17th episode: Crush Pad Want to get in touch? Follow us @CityCastVegas on Instagram, or email us at lasvegas@citycast.fm. You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719. For more Las Vegas news, make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter, Hey Las Vegas. Looking to advertise on City Cast Las Vegas? Check out our options for podcast and newsletter ads at citycast.fm/advertise. Las Vegas didn't technically invent the drive-thru (that honor goes to L.A.) but we've taken the concept to its logical extremes: Vegas is responsible for drive-thru weddings, drive-thru betting, and drive-thru weed. But do drive-thrus come at a cost? Today, co-host Dayvid Figler and Sarah Lohman are joined by executive producer Sonja Cho Swanson for a lively debate about the pros and cons of drive-thrus, the best ones in Vegas, and whether we'll ever truly outgrow them.

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]]> 1624 Was Vegas Really Better When the Mob Ran It? Head into the comment section of almost any news article and you're bound to find this comment: "Things were better when the mob ran Vegas." But … were they? Co-host Sarah Lohman talks with Geoff Schumacher, VP of Exhibits and Programs at The Mob Museum about what life was really like back then — and why nostalgia for this era is so prevalent today. Also, heads up: We've got an extended cut in the members-only feed that goes into the origins of the Vegas mob and all the businesses they ran in town. Get your members-only feed by becoming a City Cast Las Vegas Neighbor. Learn more about the sponsors of this July 16th episode: Crush Pad Want to get in touch? Follow us @CityCastVegas on Instagram, or email us at lasvegas@citycast.fm. You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719. For more Las Vegas news, make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter, Hey Las Vegas. Looking to advertise on City Cast Las Vegas? Check out our options for podcast and newsletter ads at citycast.fm/advertise. Wed, 16 Jul 2025 10:00:00 -0000 full City Cast Head into the comment section of almost any news article and you're bound to find this comment: "Things were better when the mob ran Vegas." But … were they? Co-host Sarah Lohman talks with Geoff Schumacher, VP of Exhibits and Programs at The Mob Museum about what life was really like back then — and why nostalgia for this era is so prevalent today. Also, heads up: We've got an extended cut in the members-only feed that goes into the origins of the Vegas mob and all the businesses they ran in town. Get your members-only feed by becoming a City Cast Las Vegas Neighbor. Learn more about the sponsors of this July 16th episode: Crush Pad Want to get in touch? Follow us @CityCastVegas on Instagram, or email us at lasvegas@citycast.fm. You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719. For more Las Vegas news, make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter, Hey Las Vegas. Looking to advertise on City Cast Las Vegas? Check out our options for podcast and newsletter ads at citycast.fm/advertise. Head into the comment section of almost any news article and you're bound to find this comment: "Things were better when the mob ran Vegas." But … were they? Co-host Sarah Lohman talks with Geoff Schumacher, VP of Exhibits and Programs at The Mob Museum about what life was really like back then — and why nostalgia for this era is so prevalent today. Also, heads up: We've got an extended cut in the members-only feed that goes into the origins of the Vegas mob and all the businesses they ran in town. Get your members-only feed by becoming a City Cast Las Vegas Neighbor.

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]]> 1384 Should Las Vegas Restrict E-Bikes and E-Scooters? Tomorrow, the Las Vegas City Council will consider a bill that puts new restrictions on e-bikes and e-scooters, including a ban along the Fremont Street Experience — echoing recent measures by Henderson and Clark County (which banned the devices from the Strip). This comes as deaths on e-bikes and e-scooters have doubled this year. Las Vegas Weekly staff writer Tyler Schneider joins co-host Sarah Lohman to talk about why the devices are getting deadlier, and what solutions are out there. Want to get in touch? Follow us @CityCastVegas on Instagram, or email us at lasvegas@citycast.fm. You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719. For more Las Vegas news, make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter, Hey Las Vegas. Looking to advertise on City Cast Las Vegas? Check out our options for podcast and newsletter ads at citycast.fm/advertise. Tue, 15 Jul 2025 10:00:00 -0000 full City Cast Tomorrow, the Las Vegas City Council will consider a bill that puts new restrictions on e-bikes and e-scooters, including a ban along the Fremont Street Experience — echoing recent measures by Henderson and Clark County (which banned the devices from the Strip). This comes as deaths on e-bikes and e-scooters have doubled this year. Las Vegas Weekly staff writer Tyler Schneider joins co-host Sarah Lohman to talk about why the devices are getting deadlier, and what solutions are out there. Want to get in touch? Follow us @CityCastVegas on Instagram, or email us at lasvegas@citycast.fm. You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719. For more Las Vegas news, make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter, Hey Las Vegas. Looking to advertise on City Cast Las Vegas? Check out our options for podcast and newsletter ads at citycast.fm/advertise. Tomorrow, the Las Vegas City Council will consider a bill that puts new restrictions on e-bikes and e-scooters, including a ban along the Fremont Street Experience — echoing recent measures by Henderson and Clark County (which banned the devices from the Strip). This comes as deaths on e-bikes and e-scooters have doubled this year. Las Vegas Weekly staff writer Tyler Schneider joins co-host Sarah Lohman to talk about why the devices are getting deadlier, and what solutions are out there.

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]]> 1395 Can a Lawsuit Stop the Construction of a New Homeless Facility? Shelter beds for the unhoused are desperately needed in Las Vegas, but the proposed Campus For Hope, a transitional housing facility slated for construction at Charleston and Jones, is meeting neighborhood resistance — neighbors have even filed a lawsuit against the state, saying the project was rushed through without their input. So what's really going on here, and what's next for the Campus For Hope? Co-host Dayvid Figler talks with Fox5 anchor Jaclyn Schultz, who's been following the story. Want to get in touch? Follow us @CityCastVegas on Instagram, or email us at lasvegas@citycast.fm. You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719. For more Las Vegas news, make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter, Hey Las Vegas. Looking to advertise on City Cast Las Vegas? Check out our options for podcast and newsletter ads at citycast.fm/advertise. Mon, 14 Jul 2025 10:00:00 -0000 full City Cast Shelter beds for the unhoused are desperately needed in Las Vegas, but the proposed Campus For Hope, a transitional housing facility slated for construction at Charleston and Jones, is meeting neighborhood resistance — neighbors have even filed a lawsuit against the state, saying the project was rushed through without their input. So what's really going on here, and what's next for the Campus For Hope? Co-host Dayvid Figler talks with Fox5 anchor Jaclyn Schultz, who's been following the story. Want to get in touch? Follow us @CityCastVegas on Instagram, or email us at lasvegas@citycast.fm. You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719. For more Las Vegas news, make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter, Hey Las Vegas. Looking to advertise on City Cast Las Vegas? Check out our options for podcast and newsletter ads at citycast.fm/advertise. Shelter beds for the unhoused are desperately needed in Las Vegas, but the proposed Campus For Hope, a transitional housing facility slated for construction at Charleston and Jones, is meeting neighborhood resistance — neighbors have even filed a lawsuit against the state, saying the project was rushed through without their input. So what's really going on here, and what's next for the Campus For Hope? Co-host Dayvid Figler talks with Fox5 anchor Jaclyn Schultz, who's been following the story.

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]]> 1516 LVCVA Controversies, Fremont Construction Headaches, and Bellagio's New Boat As Vegas tourism continues to take hit after hit, the news of Las Vegas Convention and Visitors Authority head Steve Hill's recent raise has, well, raised eyebrows — and this comes in a week when even more controversy hits the agency. Co-hosts Dayvid Figler and Sarah Lohman sit down with TheList.Vegas creator Andrew Kiraly to discuss this and other news, including the construction on Fremont East that's devastating small businesses, and the arrival of a yacht on the Bellagio lake. Learn more about the sponsors of this July 11th episode: Nevada Shakespeare Fest Learn more about becoming a City Cast Las Vegas Neighbor at membership.citycast.fm. Want to get in touch? Follow us @CityCastVegas on Instagram, or email us at lasvegas@citycast.fm. You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719. For more Las Vegas news, make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter, Hey Las Vegas. Looking to advertise on City Cast Las Vegas? Check out our options for podcast and newsletter ads at citycast.fm/advertise. Fri, 11 Jul 2025 10:00:00 -0000 full City Cast As Vegas tourism continues to take hit after hit, the news of Las Vegas Convention and Visitors Authority head Steve Hill's recent raise has, well, raised eyebrows — and this comes in a week when even more controversy hits the agency. Co-hosts Dayvid Figler and Sarah Lohman sit down with TheList.Vegas creator Andrew Kiraly to discuss this and other news, including the construction on Fremont East that's devastating small businesses, and the arrival of a yacht on the Bellagio lake. Learn more about the sponsors of this July 11th episode: Nevada Shakespeare Fest Learn more about becoming a City Cast Las Vegas Neighbor at membership.citycast.fm. Want to get in touch? Follow us @CityCastVegas on Instagram, or email us at lasvegas@citycast.fm. You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719. For more Las Vegas news, make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter, Hey Las Vegas. Looking to advertise on City Cast Las Vegas? Check out our options for podcast and newsletter ads at citycast.fm/advertise. As Vegas tourism continues to take hit after hit, the news of Las Vegas Convention and Visitors Authority head Steve Hill's recent raise has, well, raised eyebrows — and this comes in a week when even more controversy hits the agency. Co-hosts Dayvid Figler and Sarah Lohman sit down with TheList.Vegas creator Andrew Kiraly to discuss this and other news, including the construction on Fremont East that's devastating small businesses, and the arrival of a yacht on the Bellagio lake.

Learn more about the sponsors of this July 11th episode:

Nevada Shakespeare Fest

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]]> 2201 Do Vegas Restaurants Need the Michelin Guide? A Michelin star is one of the highest accolades in the culinary world — yet Las Vegas, despite its ever-evolving food scene, hasn’t seen the Michelin Guide return since 2009. In the absence of that global benchmark, local voices have stepped in. The Las Vegas Review-Journal’s newly released list of the top 100 restaurants of 2025 aims to spotlight the city's culinary talent. Restaurant reporter Johnathan L. Wright joins co-host Sarah Lohman to explore how restaurants are rated, how they decide what’s “best,” and whether these rankings still hold meaning in today’s food culture. Learn more about the sponsors of this July 10th episode: Nevada Shakespeare Fest Want to get in touch? Follow us @CityCastVegas on Instagram, or email us at lasvegas@citycast.fm. You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719. For more Las Vegas news, make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter, Hey Las Vegas. Looking to advertise on City Cast Las Vegas? Check out our options for podcast and newsletter ads at citycast.fm/advertise. Thu, 10 Jul 2025 10:00:00 -0000 full City Cast A Michelin star is one of the highest accolades in the culinary world — yet Las Vegas, despite its ever-evolving food scene, hasn’t seen the Michelin Guide return since 2009. In the absence of that global benchmark, local voices have stepped in. The Las Vegas Review-Journal’s newly released list of the top 100 restaurants of 2025 aims to spotlight the city's culinary talent. Restaurant reporter Johnathan L. Wright joins co-host Sarah Lohman to explore how restaurants are rated, how they decide what’s “best,” and whether these rankings still hold meaning in today’s food culture. Learn more about the sponsors of this July 10th episode: Nevada Shakespeare Fest Want to get in touch? Follow us @CityCastVegas on Instagram, or email us at lasvegas@citycast.fm. You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719. For more Las Vegas news, make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter, Hey Las Vegas. Looking to advertise on City Cast Las Vegas? Check out our options for podcast and newsletter ads at citycast.fm/advertise. A Michelin star is one of the highest accolades in the culinary world — yet Las Vegas, despite its ever-evolving food scene, hasn’t seen the Michelin Guide return since 2009. In the absence of that global benchmark, local voices have stepped in. The Las Vegas Review-Journal’s newly released list of the top 100 restaurants of 2025 aims to spotlight the city's culinary talent. Restaurant reporter Johnathan L. Wright joins co-host Sarah Lohman to explore how restaurants are rated, how they decide what’s “best,” and whether these rankings still hold meaning in today’s food culture.

Learn more about the sponsors of this July 10th episode:

Nevada Shakespeare Fest

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]]> 1531 Why Are People Fighting Over Noise in the Arts District? The Arts District is up in arms over a proposed noise ordinance amendment — one that's pitting new housing developers against the local arts community. Notably, the founders of Midtown, a condo development slated for the north end of Charleston, have drawn the ire of artists and small businesses for their support of ordinances that would shut down live music after 10 p.m. (We interviewed the Midtown developers recently on this podcast.) Today, co-host Dayvid Figler talks with Jeff Hwang, owner of the downtown restaurant and music venue Taverna Costera. They dispel myths about the very public debate and explore what this backlash means for gentrification of the Arts District. Learn more about the sponsors of this July 9th episode: Nevada Shakespeare Fest Want to get in touch? Follow us @CityCastVegas on Instagram, or email us at lasvegas@citycast.fm. You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719. For more Las Vegas news, make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter, Hey Las Vegas. Looking to advertise on City Cast Las Vegas? Check out our options for podcast and newsletter ads at citycast.fm/advertise. Wed, 09 Jul 2025 10:00:00 -0000 full City Cast The Arts District is up in arms over a proposed noise ordinance amendment — one that's pitting new housing developers against the local arts community. Notably, the founders of Midtown, a condo development slated for the north end of Charleston, have drawn the ire of artists and small businesses for their support of ordinances that would shut down live music after 10 p.m. (We interviewed the Midtown developers recently on this podcast.) Today, co-host Dayvid Figler talks with Jeff Hwang, owner of the downtown restaurant and music venue Taverna Costera. They dispel myths about the very public debate and explore what this backlash means for gentrification of the Arts District. Learn more about the sponsors of this July 9th episode: Nevada Shakespeare Fest Want to get in touch? Follow us @CityCastVegas on Instagram, or email us at lasvegas@citycast.fm. You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719. For more Las Vegas news, make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter, Hey Las Vegas. Looking to advertise on City Cast Las Vegas? Check out our options for podcast and newsletter ads at citycast.fm/advertise. The Arts District is up in arms over a proposed noise ordinance amendment — one that's pitting new housing developers against the local arts community. Notably, the founders of Midtown, a condo development slated for the north end of Charleston, have drawn the ire of artists and small businesses for their support of ordinances that would shut down live music after 10 p.m. (We interviewed the Midtown developers recently on this podcast.) Today, co-host Dayvid Figler talks with Jeff Hwang, owner of the downtown restaurant and music venue Taverna Costera. They dispel myths about the very public debate and explore what this backlash means for gentrification of the Arts District.

Learn more about the sponsors of this July 9th episode:

Nevada Shakespeare Fest

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]]> 1339 What's Up With All the Fires at Wetlands Park? The most recent fire at the Wetlands Park burned through over 100 acres — and brings the total fire count at the Wetlands up to four so far this year. The footage of the flames was shocking. But was it normal? How common are fires at the Wetlands, and why does it seem like they've been getting worse? Co-host Sarah Lohman talks with Clark County Deputy Fire Chief Brian O'Neal and  Senior Program Administrator of the Clark County Wetlands Park Liz Bickmore about what caused the fire and how this will impact the Wetlands. Learn more about the sponsors of this July 8th episode: Nevada Shakespeare Fest Want to get in touch? Follow us @CityCastVegas on Instagram, or email us at lasvegas@citycast.fm. You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719. For more Las Vegas news, make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter, Hey Las Vegas. Looking to advertise on City Cast Las Vegas? Check out our options for podcast and newsletter ads at citycast.fm/advertise. Tue, 08 Jul 2025 10:00:00 -0000 full City Cast The most recent fire at the Wetlands Park burned through over 100 acres — and brings the total fire count at the Wetlands up to four so far this year. The footage of the flames was shocking. But was it normal? How common are fires at the Wetlands, and why does it seem like they've been getting worse? Co-host Sarah Lohman talks with Clark County Deputy Fire Chief Brian O'Neal and  Senior Program Administrator of the Clark County Wetlands Park Liz Bickmore about what caused the fire and how this will impact the Wetlands. Learn more about the sponsors of this July 8th episode: Nevada Shakespeare Fest Want to get in touch? Follow us @CityCastVegas on Instagram, or email us at lasvegas@citycast.fm. You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719. For more Las Vegas news, make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter, Hey Las Vegas. Looking to advertise on City Cast Las Vegas? Check out our options for podcast and newsletter ads at citycast.fm/advertise. The most recent fire at the Wetlands Park burned through over 100 acres — and brings the total fire count at the Wetlands up to four so far this year. The footage of the flames was shocking. But was it normal? How common are fires at the Wetlands, and why does it seem like they've been getting worse? Co-host Sarah Lohman talks with Clark County Deputy Fire Chief Brian O'Neal and  Senior Program Administrator of the Clark County Wetlands Park Liz Bickmore about what caused the fire and how this will impact the Wetlands.

Learn more about the sponsors of this July 8th episode:

Nevada Shakespeare Fest

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]]> 1468 How to Get Outdoors in the Vegas Summer Heat https://lasvegas.citycast.fm/ Yes, you could spend every summer hibernating or hopping from AC-chilled building to building. But there are actually ways to enjoy the outdoors even in the middle of a Vegas July (yes, for real!). Today, co-host Sarah Lohman talks with Bertha Gutierrez, Nevada program director for the Conservation Lands Foundation. She shares her favorite sunrise spots, night hiking events, and vital safety tips for communing with nature at the height of summer. Learn more about the sponsors of this July 7th episode: ⁠Nevada Shakespeare Fest⁠ Want to get in touch? Follow us @CityCastVegas on ⁠Instagram⁠, or email us at ⁠lasvegas@citycast.fm⁠. You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719. For more Las Vegas news, make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter,⁠ Hey Las Vegas.⁠ Looking to advertise on City Cast Las Vegas? Check out our options for podcast and newsletter ads at⁠ citycast.fm/advertise⁠. Mon, 07 Jul 2025 10:00:00 -0000 full City Cast Yes, you could spend every summer hibernating or hopping from AC-chilled building to building. But there are actually ways to enjoy the outdoors even in the middle of a Vegas July (yes, for real!). Today, co-host Sarah Lohman talks with Bertha Gutierrez, Nevada program director for the Conservation Lands Foundation. She shares her favorite sunrise spots, night hiking events, and vital safety tips for communing with nature at the height of summer. Learn more about the sponsors of this July 7th episode: ⁠Nevada Shakespeare Fest⁠ Want to get in touch? Follow us @CityCastVegas on ⁠Instagram⁠, or email us at ⁠lasvegas@citycast.fm⁠. You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719. For more Las Vegas news, make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter,⁠ Hey Las Vegas.⁠ Looking to advertise on City Cast Las Vegas? Check out our options for podcast and newsletter ads at⁠ citycast.fm/advertise⁠. Yes, you could spend every summer hibernating or hopping from AC-chilled building to building. But there are actually ways to enjoy the outdoors even in the middle of a Vegas July (yes, for real!). Today, co-host Sarah Lohman talks with Bertha Gutierrez, Nevada program director for the Conservation Lands Foundation. She shares her favorite sunrise spots, night hiking events, and vital safety tips for communing with nature at the height of summer.

Learn more about the sponsors of this July 7th episode:

⁠Nevada Shakespeare Fest⁠

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]]> 1280 Is Las Vegas the Best Summer City in the US? Sarah Lohman and all 12 other City Cast podcast hosts (from Austin, Boise, Chicago, DC, Denver, Houston, Madison, Nashville, Philly, Pittsburgh, Portland, and Salt Lake City) compete head-to-head in a high-stakes showdown to answer the question that’s been burning up our company-wide Slack for weeks: which city is the best for a summer weekend trip? From naked bike rides to ‘the country’s best farmers market,’ pickle festivals to Elvis impersonators driving pink convertibles, our hosts are bringing the best of the best of what their city has to offer. Did your city win? Take our interactive quiz to see which city best fits YOUR vibe! Thu, 03 Jul 2025 10:00:00 -0000 full City Cast Sarah Lohman and all 12 other City Cast podcast hosts (from Austin, Boise, Chicago, DC, Denver, Houston, Madison, Nashville, Philly, Pittsburgh, Portland, and Salt Lake City) compete head-to-head in a high-stakes showdown to answer the question that’s been burning up our company-wide Slack for weeks: which city is the best for a summer weekend trip? From naked bike rides to ‘the country’s best farmers market,’ pickle festivals to Elvis impersonators driving pink convertibles, our hosts are bringing the best of the best of what their city has to offer. Did your city win? Take our interactive quiz to see which city best fits YOUR vibe! Sarah Lohman and all 12 other City Cast podcast hosts (from Austin, Boise, Chicago, DC, Denver, Houston, Madison, Nashville, Philly, Pittsburgh, Portland, and Salt Lake City) compete head-to-head in a high-stakes showdown to answer the question that’s been burning up our company-wide Slack for weeks: which city is the best for a summer weekend trip? From naked bike rides to ‘the country’s best farmers market,’ pickle festivals to Elvis impersonators driving pink convertibles, our hosts are bringing the best of the best of what their city has to offer. Did your city win?

Take our interactive quiz to see which city best fits YOUR vibe!

]]> 2745 How to Have the Most Vegas Day Ever https://lasvegas.citycast.fm/ Don't get us wrong — like every legit local, we love to complain about our city (especially when it's 103F outside). But we've decided that 702 Day, AKA July 2nd, is a totally real, not-made-up holiday at all, and on this day we will celebrate by planning the most Vegas day ever. Artist Justin Favela and co-host Dayvid Figler, both lifelong Las Vegans, tell co-host Sarah Lohman how they would spend an extremely Vegas day (and yes, it does involve their best tips for sneaking into hotel pools). Want to get in touch? Follow us @CityCastVegas on Instagram, or email us at lasvegas@citycast.fm. You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719. For more Las Vegas news, make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter, Hey Las Vegas. q1 Looking to advertise on City Cast Las Vegas? Check out our options for podcast and newsletter ads at citycast.fm/advertise. Wed, 02 Jul 2025 10:00:00 -0000 full City Cast Don't get us wrong — like every legit local, we love to complain about our city (especially when it's 103F outside). But we've decided that 702 Day, AKA July 2nd, is a totally real, not-made-up holiday at all, and on this day we will celebrate by planning the most Vegas day ever. Artist Justin Favela and co-host Dayvid Figler, both lifelong Las Vegans, tell co-host Sarah Lohman how they would spend an extremely Vegas day (and yes, it does involve their best tips for sneaking into hotel pools). Want to get in touch? Follow us @CityCastVegas on Instagram, or email us at lasvegas@citycast.fm. You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719. For more Las Vegas news, make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter, Hey Las Vegas. q1 Looking to advertise on City Cast Las Vegas? Check out our options for podcast and newsletter ads at citycast.fm/advertise. Don't get us wrong — like every legit local, we love to complain about our city (especially when it's 103F outside). But we've decided that 702 Day, AKA July 2nd, is a totally real, not-made-up holiday at all, and on this day we will celebrate by planning the most Vegas day ever. Artist Justin Favela and co-host Dayvid Figler, both lifelong Las Vegans, tell co-host Sarah Lohman how they would spend an extremely Vegas day (and yes, it does involve their best tips for sneaking into hotel pools).

Want to get in touch? Follow us @CityCastVegas on Instagram, or email us at lasvegas@citycast.fm. You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719.

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]]> 1695 Your Guide to July 2025 in Las Vegas https://lasvegas.citycast.fm/ If you're staying in Vegas this July, you're a real one — and we've got a whole episode of ideas for getting out of your house while staying out of the sun this month! Co-hosts Dayvid Figler and Sarah Lohman are joined by writer and poet laureate Vogue Robinson, and they share their expert insider tips for the best things to do, eat, and buy in Las Vegas this month. (And be sure not to miss our guide for where to view the fireworks in Vegas this year.) 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 Las Vegas community. For even more tips on how to make the most of July in Las Vegas, check out Hey Las Vegas’s take on what to do this month. Want to get in touch? Follow us @CityCastVegas on Instagram, or email us at lasvegas@citycast.fm. You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719. For more Las Vegas news, make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter, Hey Las Vegas. Looking to advertise on City Cast Las Vegas? Check out our options for podcast and newsletter ads at citycast.fm/advertise. Tue, 01 Jul 2025 10:00:00 -0000 full City Cast If you're staying in Vegas this July, you're a real one — and we've got a whole episode of ideas for getting out of your house while staying out of the sun this month! Co-hosts Dayvid Figler and Sarah Lohman are joined by writer and poet laureate Vogue Robinson, and they share their expert insider tips for the best things to do, eat, and buy in Las Vegas this month. (And be sure not to miss our guide for where to view the fireworks in Vegas this year.) 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 Las Vegas community. For even more tips on how to make the most of July in Las Vegas, check out Hey Las Vegas’s take on what to do this month. Want to get in touch? Follow us @CityCastVegas on Instagram, or email us at lasvegas@citycast.fm. You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719. For more Las Vegas news, make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter, Hey Las Vegas. Looking to advertise on City Cast Las Vegas? Check out our options for podcast and newsletter ads at citycast.fm/advertise. If you're staying in Vegas this July, you're a real one — and we've got a whole episode of ideas for getting out of your house while staying out of the sun this month! Co-hosts Dayvid Figler and Sarah Lohman are joined by writer and poet laureate Vogue Robinson, and they share their expert insider tips for the best things to do, eat, and buy in Las Vegas this month. (And be sure not to miss our guide for where to view the fireworks in Vegas this year.)

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 Las Vegas community.

For even more tips on how to make the most of July in Las Vegas, check out Hey Las Vegas’s take on what to do this month.

Want to get in touch? Follow us @CityCastVegas on Instagram, or email us at lasvegas@citycast.fm. You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719.

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]]> 1782 The Political Dynasties of Las Vegas https://lasvegas.citycast.fm/ You know the Goodmans (of Vegas mayoral fame) and the Reids (our airport's namesake) — but did you know that a surprising number of our politicians actually come from generations of elected power? Co-hosts Sarah Lohman and Dayvid Figler talk with UNLV history professor Michael Green about the political dynasties of Las Vegas and if a legacy last name still matters as much as it used to. Want to get in touch? Follow us @CityCastVegas on Instagram, or email us at lasvegas@citycast.fm. You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719. For more Las Vegas news, make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter, Hey Las Vegas. Looking to advertise on City Cast Las Vegas? Check out our options for podcast and newsletter ads at citycast.fm/advertise. Mon, 30 Jun 2025 10:00:00 -0000 full City Cast You know the Goodmans (of Vegas mayoral fame) and the Reids (our airport's namesake) — but did you know that a surprising number of our politicians actually come from generations of elected power? Co-hosts Sarah Lohman and Dayvid Figler talk with UNLV history professor Michael Green about the political dynasties of Las Vegas and if a legacy last name still matters as much as it used to. Want to get in touch? Follow us @CityCastVegas on Instagram, or email us at lasvegas@citycast.fm. You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719. For more Las Vegas news, make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter, Hey Las Vegas. Looking to advertise on City Cast Las Vegas? Check out our options for podcast and newsletter ads at citycast.fm/advertise. You know the Goodmans (of Vegas mayoral fame) and the Reids (our airport's namesake) — but did you know that a surprising number of our politicians actually come from generations of elected power? Co-hosts Sarah Lohman and Dayvid Figler talk with UNLV history professor Michael Green about the political dynasties of Las Vegas and if a legacy last name still matters as much as it used to.

Want to get in touch? Follow us @CityCastVegas on Instagram, or email us at lasvegas@citycast.fm. You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719.

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]]> 1484 An ICE Scare in Vegas, the A's Game of Pretend, and Dolly's Vegas Comeback https://lasvegas.citycast.fm/ Earlier this week, Broadacres Marketplace announced it was closing indefinitely due to the thread of ICE raids — this hub of the Valley's Hispanic community attracts over 15,000 people each weekend, so what ripple effects will we see from the closure? Co-hosts Sarah Lohman and Dayvid Figler sit down with TheList.Vegas creator Andrew Kiraly to discuss. They also tackle this week's ceremonial groundbreaking at the (possible, future, likely?) A's Stadium site, and universally beloved star Dolly Parton's upcoming residency in Las Vegas. Learn more about the sponsors of this June 27th episode: Southern Nevada Water Authority Want to get in touch? Follow us @CityCastVegas on Instagram, or email us at lasvegas@citycast.fm. You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719. For more Las Vegas news, make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter, Hey Las Vegas. Looking to advertise on City Cast Las Vegas? Check out our options for podcast and newsletter ads at citycast.fm/advertise. Fri, 27 Jun 2025 10:00:00 -0000 full City Cast Earlier this week, Broadacres Marketplace announced it was closing indefinitely due to the thread of ICE raids — this hub of the Valley's Hispanic community attracts over 15,000 people each weekend, so what ripple effects will we see from the closure? Co-hosts Sarah Lohman and Dayvid Figler sit down with TheList.Vegas creator Andrew Kiraly to discuss. They also tackle this week's ceremonial groundbreaking at the (possible, future, likely?) A's Stadium site, and universally beloved star Dolly Parton's upcoming residency in Las Vegas. Learn more about the sponsors of this June 27th episode: Southern Nevada Water Authority Want to get in touch? Follow us @CityCastVegas on Instagram, or email us at lasvegas@citycast.fm. You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719. For more Las Vegas news, make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter, Hey Las Vegas. Looking to advertise on City Cast Las Vegas? Check out our options for podcast and newsletter ads at citycast.fm/advertise. Earlier this week, Broadacres Marketplace announced it was closing indefinitely due to the thread of ICE raids — this hub of the Valley's Hispanic community attracts over 15,000 people each weekend, so what ripple effects will we see from the closure? Co-hosts Sarah Lohman and Dayvid Figler sit down with TheList.Vegas creator Andrew Kiraly to discuss. They also tackle this week's ceremonial groundbreaking at the (possible, future, likely?) A's Stadium site, and universally beloved star Dolly Parton's upcoming residency in Las Vegas.

Learn more about the sponsors of this June 27th episode:

Southern Nevada Water Authority

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]]> 2118 How to Find the Best Food Trucks Around Las Vegas Las Vegas is renowned for its world-class dining, but beyond the glittering Strip lies a vibrant, mobile culinary scene that’s gaining serious traction. Co-host Dayvid Figler chats with Las Vegas content creator Lydia Penn, who has been tracking the city’s top food trucks. From hidden gems in local neighborhoods to the challenges of running a restaurant on wheels, Penn shares insights from her behind-the-scenes exploration of this fast-growing food movement. Mentioned in this episode: Hibachi Done Wright Birrieria Dimas Signora Pizza The Raider Claw 303 in the Cut Nattie’s Thai Hapahaole’s Ole Manny’s Seafood Shack Khoury’s Fine Wine Food Truck Calendar Learn more about the sponsors of this June 26th episode: Southern Nevada Water Authority Want to get in touch? Follow us @CityCastVegas on Instagram, or email us at lasvegas@citycast.fm. You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719. For more Las Vegas news, make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter, Hey Las Vegas. Looking to advertise on City Cast Las Vegas? Check out our options for podcast and newsletter ads at citycast.fm/advertise. Thu, 26 Jun 2025 10:00:00 -0000 full City Cast Las Vegas is renowned for its world-class dining, but beyond the glittering Strip lies a vibrant, mobile culinary scene that’s gaining serious traction. Co-host Dayvid Figler chats with Las Vegas content creator Lydia Penn, who has been tracking the city’s top food trucks. From hidden gems in local neighborhoods to the challenges of running a restaurant on wheels, Penn shares insights from her behind-the-scenes exploration of this fast-growing food movement. Mentioned in this episode: Hibachi Done Wright Birrieria Dimas Signora Pizza The Raider Claw 303 in the Cut Nattie’s Thai Hapahaole’s Ole Manny’s Seafood Shack Khoury’s Fine Wine Food Truck Calendar Learn more about the sponsors of this June 26th episode: Southern Nevada Water Authority Want to get in touch? Follow us @CityCastVegas on Instagram, or email us at lasvegas@citycast.fm. You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719. For more Las Vegas news, make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter, Hey Las Vegas. Looking to advertise on City Cast Las Vegas? Check out our options for podcast and newsletter ads at citycast.fm/advertise. Las Vegas is renowned for its world-class dining, but beyond the glittering Strip lies a vibrant, mobile culinary scene that’s gaining serious traction. Co-host Dayvid Figler chats with Las Vegas content creator Lydia Penn, who has been tracking the city’s top food trucks. From hidden gems in local neighborhoods to the challenges of running a restaurant on wheels, Penn shares insights from her behind-the-scenes exploration of this fast-growing food movement.

Mentioned in this episode:

Hibachi Done Wright

Birrieria Dimas

Signora Pizza

The Raider Claw

303 in the Cut

Nattie’s Thai

Hapahaole’s

Ole Manny’s Seafood Shack

Khoury’s Fine Wine Food Truck Calendar

Learn more about the sponsors of this June 26th episode:

Southern Nevada Water Authority

Want to get in touch? Follow us @CityCastVegas on Instagram, or email us at lasvegas@citycast.fm. You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719.

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]]> 1393 How Fiber Internet Wrecked a Las Vegas Neighborhood The pandemic showed us how crucial fast, reliable internet access is to modern life — but in one downtown neighborhood, the installation of fast fiber internet created horrific problems. Neighborhood advocate Patricia Haddad Bennett tells co-host Sarah Lohman how high-speed internet installation resulted in sewage overflows and home damage, blocked and towed vehicles, and paved-over landscaping. So how did "microtrenching," their new construction method, play out, and who is to blame? And crucially, as fiber internet expands across the valley, how can your neighborhood prepare? Learn more about the sponsors of this June 25th episode: Southern Nevada Water Authority Want to get in touch? Follow us @CityCastVegas on Instagram, or email us at lasvegas@citycast.fm. You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719. For more Las Vegas news, make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter, Hey Las Vegas. Looking to advertise on City Cast Las Vegas? Check out our options for podcast and newsletter ads at citycast.fm/advertise. Wed, 25 Jun 2025 10:00:00 -0000 full City Cast The pandemic showed us how crucial fast, reliable internet access is to modern life — but in one downtown neighborhood, the installation of fast fiber internet created horrific problems. Neighborhood advocate Patricia Haddad Bennett tells co-host Sarah Lohman how high-speed internet installation resulted in sewage overflows and home damage, blocked and towed vehicles, and paved-over landscaping. So how did "microtrenching," their new construction method, play out, and who is to blame? And crucially, as fiber internet expands across the valley, how can your neighborhood prepare? Learn more about the sponsors of this June 25th episode: Southern Nevada Water Authority Want to get in touch? Follow us @CityCastVegas on Instagram, or email us at lasvegas@citycast.fm. You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719. For more Las Vegas news, make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter, Hey Las Vegas. Looking to advertise on City Cast Las Vegas? Check out our options for podcast and newsletter ads at citycast.fm/advertise. The pandemic showed us how crucial fast, reliable internet access is to modern life — but in one downtown neighborhood, the installation of fast fiber internet created horrific problems. Neighborhood advocate Patricia Haddad Bennett tells co-host Sarah Lohman how high-speed internet installation resulted in sewage overflows and home damage, blocked and towed vehicles, and paved-over landscaping. So how did "microtrenching," their new construction method, play out, and who is to blame? And crucially, as fiber internet expands across the valley, how can your neighborhood prepare?

Learn more about the sponsors of this June 25th episode:

Southern Nevada Water Authority

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]]> 1395 Getting to Know The Fruit Loop, Vegas’ New Historic Landmark Just ahead of Pride Month, the Nevada Legislature voted on May 22 to designate Las Vegas’ longtime LGBTQ+ district, The Fruit Loop, as a historic landmark. Co-host Sarah Lohman speaks with Las Vegas PRIDE President Brady McGill and Nevada Current reporter Michael MJ Lyle to discuss the neighborhood’s evolution over the decades and what the designation means for its future. They also share local insight and tips for making the most of a night out in one of the city’s most storied hotspots. Learn more about the sponsors of this June 24th episode: ⁠Southern Nevada Water Authority⁠ Want to get in touch? Follow us @CityCastVegas on ⁠Instagram⁠, or email us at ⁠lasvegas@citycast.fm⁠. You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719. For more Las Vegas news, make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter,⁠ Hey Las Vegas.⁠ Looking to advertise on City Cast Las Vegas? Check out our options for podcast and newsletter ads at⁠ citycast.fm/advertise⁠. Tue, 24 Jun 2025 10:00:00 -0000 full City Cast Just ahead of Pride Month, the Nevada Legislature voted on May 22 to designate Las Vegas’ longtime LGBTQ+ district, The Fruit Loop, as a historic landmark. Co-host Sarah Lohman speaks with Las Vegas PRIDE President Brady McGill and Nevada Current reporter Michael MJ Lyle to discuss the neighborhood’s evolution over the decades and what the designation means for its future. They also share local insight and tips for making the most of a night out in one of the city’s most storied hotspots. Learn more about the sponsors of this June 24th episode: ⁠Southern Nevada Water Authority⁠ Want to get in touch? Follow us @CityCastVegas on ⁠Instagram⁠, or email us at ⁠lasvegas@citycast.fm⁠. You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719. For more Las Vegas news, make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter,⁠ Hey Las Vegas.⁠ Looking to advertise on City Cast Las Vegas? Check out our options for podcast and newsletter ads at⁠ citycast.fm/advertise⁠. Just ahead of Pride Month, the Nevada Legislature voted on May 22 to designate Las Vegas’ longtime LGBTQ+ district, The Fruit Loop, as a historic landmark. Co-host Sarah Lohman speaks with Las Vegas PRIDE President Brady McGill and Nevada Current reporter Michael MJ Lyle to discuss the neighborhood’s evolution over the decades and what the designation means for its future. They also share local insight and tips for making the most of a night out in one of the city’s most storied hotspots.

Learn more about the sponsors of this June 24th episode:

⁠Southern Nevada Water Authority⁠

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]]> 1449 The Hidden Art of Las Vegas With so much wealth concentrated in Las Vegas, it’s no surprise that our city has incredible art collections hidden in private homes or high-end casinos. We’ve also lost iconic pieces as casinos were demolished and collections were sold over the years. So where is all of this “lost” art, and will the people of Las Vegas ever get to see it? Co-host Dayvid Figler recently sat down with Heather Harmon, Executive Director of the future Las Vegas Museum of Art, for a ⁠live podcast taping⁠ at the Rita Deanin Abbey Art Museum — one space that does make a vast, important collection of art available to the public. They talk about where to find the masterpieces hidden around our city, and the interplay between the worlds of private collections and museums for all. Don’t forget, listeners get 50% tickets to the ⁠Rita Deanin Abbey Art Museum⁠ using the code CITYCASTLV through July 15. Learn more about the sponsors of this June 23rd episode: ⁠Southern Nevada Water Authority⁠ Want to get in touch? Follow us @CityCastVegas on ⁠Instagram⁠, or email us at ⁠lasvegas@citycast.fm⁠. You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719. For more Las Vegas news, make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter,⁠ Hey Las Vegas.⁠ Looking to advertise on City Cast Las Vegas? Check out our options for podcast and newsletter ads at⁠ citycast.fm/advertise⁠. Mon, 23 Jun 2025 10:00:00 -0000 full City Cast With so much wealth concentrated in Las Vegas, it’s no surprise that our city has incredible art collections hidden in private homes or high-end casinos. We’ve also lost iconic pieces as casinos were demolished and collections were sold over the years. So where is all of this “lost” art, and will the people of Las Vegas ever get to see it? Co-host Dayvid Figler recently sat down with Heather Harmon, Executive Director of the future Las Vegas Museum of Art, for a ⁠live podcast taping⁠ at the Rita Deanin Abbey Art Museum — one space that does make a vast, important collection of art available to the public. They talk about where to find the masterpieces hidden around our city, and the interplay between the worlds of private collections and museums for all. Don’t forget, listeners get 50% tickets to the ⁠Rita Deanin Abbey Art Museum⁠ using the code CITYCASTLV through July 15. Learn more about the sponsors of this June 23rd episode: ⁠Southern Nevada Water Authority⁠ Want to get in touch? Follow us @CityCastVegas on ⁠Instagram⁠, or email us at ⁠lasvegas@citycast.fm⁠. You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719. For more Las Vegas news, make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter,⁠ Hey Las Vegas.⁠ Looking to advertise on City Cast Las Vegas? Check out our options for podcast and newsletter ads at⁠ citycast.fm/advertise⁠. With so much wealth concentrated in Las Vegas, it’s no surprise that our city has incredible art collections hidden in private homes or high-end casinos. We’ve also lost iconic pieces as casinos were demolished and collections were sold over the years. So where is all of this “lost” art, and will the people of Las Vegas ever get to see it?

Co-host Dayvid Figler recently sat down with Heather Harmon, Executive Director of the future Las Vegas Museum of Art, for a ⁠live podcast taping⁠ at the Rita Deanin Abbey Art Museum — one space that does make a vast, important collection of art available to the public. They talk about where to find the masterpieces hidden around our city, and the interplay between the worlds of private collections and museums for all.

Don’t forget, listeners get 50% tickets to the ⁠Rita Deanin Abbey Art Museum⁠ using the code CITYCASTLV through July 15.

Learn more about the sponsors of this June 23rd episode:

⁠Southern Nevada Water Authority⁠

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]]> 2119 Here's What 13 US Cities Are Talking About This Summer | A City Cast Las Vegas Special https://lasvegas.citycast.fm/ City Cast hosts are on the pulse of what’s happening in our communities. So Dayvid Figler and all 12 other hosts sat down with City Cast CEO David Plotz to talk about creative local problem solving that might work in your hometown too and to commiserate about stressors affecting most of our cities, from unaffordable housing to bike lanes. Learn more about the sponsors of this June 2Oth episode: Babbel - Get up to 60% off at Babbel.com/CITYCAST Fri, 20 Jun 2025 10:00:00 -0000 full City Cast City Cast hosts are on the pulse of what’s happening in our communities. So Dayvid Figler and all 12 other hosts sat down with City Cast CEO David Plotz to talk about creative local problem solving that might work in your hometown too and to commiserate about stressors affecting most of our cities, from unaffordable housing to bike lanes. Learn more about the sponsors of this June 2Oth episode: Babbel - Get up to 60% off at Babbel.com/CITYCAST City Cast hosts are on the pulse of what’s happening in our communities. So Dayvid Figler and all 12 other hosts sat down with City Cast CEO David Plotz to talk about creative local problem solving that might work in your hometown too and to commiserate about stressors affecting most of our cities, from unaffordable housing to bike lanes.

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Babbel - Get up to 60% off at Babbel.com/CITYCAST

]]> 3579 Is the A's Stadium Really, Truly, Actually Happening? On Monday, the Oakland/Sacramento/Las Vegas A's will hold a ceremonial groundbreaking for their new stadium on the site of the old Tropicana hotel. But after years of will-they-won't-they debates, is this enough to settle the question? Are the A's really coming to Las Vegas? Co-host Dayvid Figler assembles a panel of experts who weigh in from all sides of this equation for a lively debate about the chances the A's will actually stick the landing in Las Vegas. Featured today: Mick Akers, sports business reporter at the Review-Journal; Arash Markazi, CEO and founder of the Sporting Tribune; and Scott Roeben, AKA Vital Vegas, from Casino.org. Learn more about the sponsors of this June 18th episode: Babbel - Get up to 60% off at Babbel.com/CITYCAST Want to get in touch? Follow us @CityCastVegas on Instagram, or email us at lasvegas@citycast.fm. You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719. For more Las Vegas news, make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter, Hey Las Vegas. Looking to advertise on City Cast Las Vegas? Check out our options for podcast and newsletter ads at citycast.fm/advertise. Wed, 18 Jun 2025 10:00:00 -0000 full City Cast On Monday, the Oakland/Sacramento/Las Vegas A's will hold a ceremonial groundbreaking for their new stadium on the site of the old Tropicana hotel. But after years of will-they-won't-they debates, is this enough to settle the question? Are the A's really coming to Las Vegas? Co-host Dayvid Figler assembles a panel of experts who weigh in from all sides of this equation for a lively debate about the chances the A's will actually stick the landing in Las Vegas. Featured today: Mick Akers, sports business reporter at the Review-Journal; Arash Markazi, CEO and founder of the Sporting Tribune; and Scott Roeben, AKA Vital Vegas, from Casino.org. Learn more about the sponsors of this June 18th episode: Babbel - Get up to 60% off at Babbel.com/CITYCAST Want to get in touch? Follow us @CityCastVegas on Instagram, or email us at lasvegas@citycast.fm. You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719. For more Las Vegas news, make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter, Hey Las Vegas. Looking to advertise on City Cast Las Vegas? Check out our options for podcast and newsletter ads at citycast.fm/advertise. On Monday, the Oakland/Sacramento/Las Vegas A's will hold a ceremonial groundbreaking for their new stadium on the site of the old Tropicana hotel. But after years of will-they-won't-they debates, is this enough to settle the question? Are the A's really coming to Las Vegas? Co-host Dayvid Figler assembles a panel of experts who weigh in from all sides of this equation for a lively debate about the chances the A's will actually stick the landing in Las Vegas. Featured today: Mick Akers, sports business reporter at the Review-Journal; Arash Markazi, CEO and founder of the Sporting Tribune; and Scott Roeben, AKA Vital Vegas, from Casino.org.

Learn more about the sponsors of this June 18th episode:

Babbel - Get up to 60% off at Babbel.com/CITYCAST

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]]> 1567 The Sun Safety Tips That Could Save Your Life Summer officially starts this Thursday. With Las Vegas on track to hit ⁠record-breaking heat⁠ again this year, locals face heightened health risks, including an increased threat of skin cancer. Protection from the desert sun requires more than the bare minimum sunscreen application. Dr. Matthew Schwartz from Comprehensive Cancer Centers of Nevada joins co-host Dayvid Figler to give the sunny details and dark realities of sun exposure in our city and what we should do to learn not to burn. Learn more about the sponsors of this June 17th episode: ⁠Babbel⁠ - Get up to 60% off at Babbel.com/CITYCAST Want to get in touch? Follow us @CityCastVegas on ⁠Instagram⁠, or email us at ⁠lasvegas@citycast.fm⁠. You can also call or text us at ⁠702-514-0719⁠. For more Las Vegas news, make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter,⁠ Hey Las Vegas.⁠ Looking to advertise on City Cast Las Vegas? Check out our options for podcast and newsletter ads at⁠ citycast.fm/advertise⁠. Tue, 17 Jun 2025 10:00:00 -0000 full City Cast Summer officially starts this Thursday. With Las Vegas on track to hit ⁠record-breaking heat⁠ again this year, locals face heightened health risks, including an increased threat of skin cancer. Protection from the desert sun requires more than the bare minimum sunscreen application. Dr. Matthew Schwartz from Comprehensive Cancer Centers of Nevada joins co-host Dayvid Figler to give the sunny details and dark realities of sun exposure in our city and what we should do to learn not to burn. Learn more about the sponsors of this June 17th episode: ⁠Babbel⁠ - Get up to 60% off at Babbel.com/CITYCAST Want to get in touch? Follow us @CityCastVegas on ⁠Instagram⁠, or email us at ⁠lasvegas@citycast.fm⁠. You can also call or text us at ⁠702-514-0719⁠. For more Las Vegas news, make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter,⁠ Hey Las Vegas.⁠ Looking to advertise on City Cast Las Vegas? Check out our options for podcast and newsletter ads at⁠ citycast.fm/advertise⁠. Summer officially starts this Thursday. With Las Vegas on track to hit ⁠record-breaking heat⁠ again this year, locals face heightened health risks, including an increased threat of skin cancer. Protection from the desert sun requires more than the bare minimum sunscreen application. Dr. Matthew Schwartz from Comprehensive Cancer Centers of Nevada joins co-host Dayvid Figler to give the sunny details and dark realities of sun exposure in our city and what we should do to learn not to burn.

Learn more about the sponsors of this June 17th episode:

⁠Babbel⁠ - Get up to 60% off at Babbel.com/CITYCAST

Want to get in touch? Follow us @CityCastVegas on ⁠Instagram⁠, or email us at ⁠lasvegas@citycast.fm⁠. You can also call or text us at ⁠702-514-0719⁠.

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]]> 1330 Can Midtown Reshape the Downtown Arts District? What does it take to build not just a building, but an entirely new neighborhood in Las Vegas? Co-host Sarah Lohman talks with developers Weina Zhang and Anna Olin of Z Life, the woman-owned firm behind Midtown, a planned, high-density, mixed-use neighborhood north of the Arts District. The pair outlines their vision for a walkable urban district centered around condos, hotels, and local businesses, designed to support nearby workers. They also address concerns about affordability, gentrification, and the challenges of building vertically in a city traditionally defined by sprawl. Learn more about the sponsors of this June 16th episode: Babbel - Get up to 60% off at Babbel.com/CITYCAST Want to get in touch? Follow us @CityCastVegas on Instagram, or email us at lasvegas@citycast.fm. You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719. For more Las Vegas news, make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter, Hey Las Vegas. Looking to advertise on City Cast Las Vegas? Check out our options for podcast and newsletter ads at citycast.fm/advertise. Mon, 16 Jun 2025 10:00:00 -0000 full City Cast What does it take to build not just a building, but an entirely new neighborhood in Las Vegas? Co-host Sarah Lohman talks with developers Weina Zhang and Anna Olin of Z Life, the woman-owned firm behind Midtown, a planned, high-density, mixed-use neighborhood north of the Arts District. The pair outlines their vision for a walkable urban district centered around condos, hotels, and local businesses, designed to support nearby workers. They also address concerns about affordability, gentrification, and the challenges of building vertically in a city traditionally defined by sprawl. Learn more about the sponsors of this June 16th episode: Babbel - Get up to 60% off at Babbel.com/CITYCAST Want to get in touch? Follow us @CityCastVegas on Instagram, or email us at lasvegas@citycast.fm. You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719. For more Las Vegas news, make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter, Hey Las Vegas. Looking to advertise on City Cast Las Vegas? Check out our options for podcast and newsletter ads at citycast.fm/advertise. What does it take to build not just a building, but an entirely new neighborhood in Las Vegas? Co-host Sarah Lohman talks with developers Weina Zhang and Anna Olin of Z Life, the woman-owned firm behind Midtown, a planned, high-density, mixed-use neighborhood north of the Arts District. The pair outlines their vision for a walkable urban district centered around condos, hotels, and local businesses, designed to support nearby workers. They also address concerns about affordability, gentrification, and the challenges of building vertically in a city traditionally defined by sprawl.

Learn more about the sponsors of this June 16th episode:

Babbel - Get up to 60% off at Babbel.com/CITYCAST

Want to get in touch? Follow us @CityCastVegas on Instagram, or email us at lasvegas@citycast.fm. You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719.

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]]> 1171 Deportation Debates Heat Up, Help For a Sinking Neighborhood, and the Sphere Goes to Oz Protests over ICE raids and deportations are heating up in Las Vegas, with Wednesday night's protests ending in tear gas and arrests. In the meantime, debates over whether Las Vegas is a "sanctuary city" continue — but what does that even mean? Co-hosts Dayvid Figler and Sarah Lohman are joined by Channel 8 morning anchor John Langeler to discuss. Also: the residents of Windsor Park, a sinking neighborhood in North Las Vegas, finally get help, and the Wizard of Oz gets a splashy new debut at the Sphere. Learn more about the sponsors of this June 13th episode: Southern Nevada Water Authority Want to get in touch? Follow us @CityCastVegas on Instagram, or email us at lasvegas@citycast.fm. You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719. For more Las Vegas news, make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter, Hey Las Vegas. Looking to advertise on City Cast Las Vegas? Check out our options for podcast and newsletter ads at citycast.fm/advertise. Fri, 13 Jun 2025 10:00:00 -0000 full City Cast Protests over ICE raids and deportations are heating up in Las Vegas, with Wednesday night's protests ending in tear gas and arrests. In the meantime, debates over whether Las Vegas is a "sanctuary city" continue — but what does that even mean? Co-hosts Dayvid Figler and Sarah Lohman are joined by Channel 8 morning anchor John Langeler to discuss. Also: the residents of Windsor Park, a sinking neighborhood in North Las Vegas, finally get help, and the Wizard of Oz gets a splashy new debut at the Sphere. Learn more about the sponsors of this June 13th episode: Southern Nevada Water Authority Want to get in touch? Follow us @CityCastVegas on Instagram, or email us at lasvegas@citycast.fm. You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719. For more Las Vegas news, make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter, Hey Las Vegas. Looking to advertise on City Cast Las Vegas? Check out our options for podcast and newsletter ads at citycast.fm/advertise. Protests over ICE raids and deportations are heating up in Las Vegas, with Wednesday night's protests ending in tear gas and arrests. In the meantime, debates over whether Las Vegas is a "sanctuary city" continue — but what does that even mean? Co-hosts Dayvid Figler and Sarah Lohman are joined by Channel 8 morning anchor John Langeler to discuss. Also: the residents of Windsor Park, a sinking neighborhood in North Las Vegas, finally get help, and the Wizard of Oz gets a splashy new debut at the Sphere.

Learn more about the sponsors of this June 13th episode:

Southern Nevada Water Authority

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]]> 2079 Is There Still a Place for 'Old-School' Italian Restaurants in 2025? Classic red sauce Italian food goes right back to the mobster days of Las Vegas — and we've got a long list of old school Italian-American restaurants that thrive in the halo of nostalgia. But the recent closure of Battista's Hole in the Wall got us wondering: How well do they hold up with the new wave of chef-driven, ingredient-forward Italian cuisine taking over our fine dining scene? Co-hosts Sarah Lohman and Dayvid Figler chat with food critic John Curtas to discuss the best and the worst of Las Vegas' Italian food scene. Mentioned in this episode: Capo’s Restaurant and Speakeasy Piero’s Italian Cuisine  Battista’s Hole in the Wall (temporarily closed) Chicago Joe’s Italian American Club The Bootlegger Italian Bistro Casa Di Amore Ferraro’s Ristorante Nora’s Italian Cuisine Monzú Italian Oven + Bar Vetri Cucina Matteo’s Ristorante Italiano Brezza Basilico Esther’s Kitchen Azzurra Cucina Roma Deli Mother Wolf Learn more about the sponsors of this June 12th episode: Slater's 50/50 - From Friday, June 13 through Father’s Day Sunday, every dad who dines in gets a FREE bottle of our signature Bacon Salt to take home Southern Nevada Water Authority Want to get in touch? Follow us @CityCastVegas on Instagram, or email us at lasvegas@citycast.fm. You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719. For more Las Vegas news, make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter, Hey Las Vegas. Looking to advertise on City Cast Las Vegas? Check out our options for podcast and newsletter ads at citycast.fm/advertise. Thu, 12 Jun 2025 10:00:00 -0000 full City Cast Classic red sauce Italian food goes right back to the mobster days of Las Vegas — and we've got a long list of old school Italian-American restaurants that thrive in the halo of nostalgia. But the recent closure of Battista's Hole in the Wall got us wondering: How well do they hold up with the new wave of chef-driven, ingredient-forward Italian cuisine taking over our fine dining scene? Co-hosts Sarah Lohman and Dayvid Figler chat with food critic John Curtas to discuss the best and the worst of Las Vegas' Italian food scene. Mentioned in this episode: Capo’s Restaurant and Speakeasy Piero’s Italian Cuisine  Battista’s Hole in the Wall (temporarily closed) Chicago Joe’s Italian American Club The Bootlegger Italian Bistro Casa Di Amore Ferraro’s Ristorante Nora’s Italian Cuisine Monzú Italian Oven + Bar Vetri Cucina Matteo’s Ristorante Italiano Brezza Basilico Esther’s Kitchen Azzurra Cucina Roma Deli Mother Wolf Learn more about the sponsors of this June 12th episode: Slater's 50/50 - From Friday, June 13 through Father’s Day Sunday, every dad who dines in gets a FREE bottle of our signature Bacon Salt to take home Southern Nevada Water Authority Want to get in touch? Follow us @CityCastVegas on Instagram, or email us at lasvegas@citycast.fm. You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719. For more Las Vegas news, make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter, Hey Las Vegas. Looking to advertise on City Cast Las Vegas? Check out our options for podcast and newsletter ads at citycast.fm/advertise. Classic red sauce Italian food goes right back to the mobster days of Las Vegas — and we've got a long list of old school Italian-American restaurants that thrive in the halo of nostalgia. But the recent closure of Battista's Hole in the Wall got us wondering: How well do they hold up with the new wave of chef-driven, ingredient-forward Italian cuisine taking over our fine dining scene? Co-hosts Sarah Lohman and Dayvid Figler chat with food critic John Curtas to discuss the best and the worst of Las Vegas' Italian food scene.

Mentioned in this episode:

Learn more about the sponsors of this June 12th episode:

Slater's 50/50 - From Friday, June 13 through Father’s Day Sunday, every dad who dines in gets a FREE bottle of our signature Bacon Salt to take home

Southern Nevada Water Authority

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]]> 1446 Is Las Vegas Headed for a Recession? Tourism and gambling have powered Las Vegas for decades — but with a historic decline in visitors and the uncertainty of a global trade war, many locals are starting to feel uneasy, even reminded of the 2008 recession. So how bad is it really, and what’s being done to protect the city’s future? Co-host Dayvid Figler talks with Shani Coleman from Clark County’s Office of Community and Economic Development and Andrew Woods from UNLV’s Center for Business and Economic Research about where things stand and how Las Vegas is trying to build a more resilient and diverse economy. Learn more about the sponsors of this June 11th episode: Slater's 50/50 - From Friday, June 13 through Father’s Day Sunday, every dad who dines in gets a FREE bottle of our signature Bacon Salt to take home Southern Nevada Water Authority Want to get in touch? Follow us @CityCastVegas on Instagram, or email us at lasvegas@citycast.fm. You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719. For more Las Vegas news, make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter, Hey Las Vegas. Looking to advertise on City Cast Las Vegas? Check out our options for podcast and newsletter ads at citycast.fm/advertise. Wed, 11 Jun 2025 10:00:00 -0000 full City Cast Tourism and gambling have powered Las Vegas for decades — but with a historic decline in visitors and the uncertainty of a global trade war, many locals are starting to feel uneasy, even reminded of the 2008 recession. So how bad is it really, and what’s being done to protect the city’s future? Co-host Dayvid Figler talks with Shani Coleman from Clark County’s Office of Community and Economic Development and Andrew Woods from UNLV’s Center for Business and Economic Research about where things stand and how Las Vegas is trying to build a more resilient and diverse economy. Learn more about the sponsors of this June 11th episode: Slater's 50/50 - From Friday, June 13 through Father’s Day Sunday, every dad who dines in gets a FREE bottle of our signature Bacon Salt to take home Southern Nevada Water Authority Want to get in touch? Follow us @CityCastVegas on Instagram, or email us at lasvegas@citycast.fm. You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719. For more Las Vegas news, make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter, Hey Las Vegas. Looking to advertise on City Cast Las Vegas? Check out our options for podcast and newsletter ads at citycast.fm/advertise. Tourism and gambling have powered Las Vegas for decades — but with a historic decline in visitors and the uncertainty of a global trade war, many locals are starting to feel uneasy, even reminded of the 2008 recession. So how bad is it really, and what’s being done to protect the city’s future? Co-host Dayvid Figler talks with Shani Coleman from Clark County’s Office of Community and Economic Development and Andrew Woods from UNLV’s Center for Business and Economic Research about where things stand and how Las Vegas is trying to build a more resilient and diverse economy.

Learn more about the sponsors of this June 11th episode:

Slater's 50/50 - From Friday, June 13 through Father’s Day Sunday, every dad who dines in gets a FREE bottle of our signature Bacon Salt to take home

Southern Nevada Water Authority

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]]> 1669 How a YouTube Rivalry Turned Deadly on the Strip Shootings aren't unheard of in a city as big as Las Vegas. But on Sunday night, a killing that appears to be targeted unfolded on a live YouTube stream in front of the Bellagio. Co-host Dayvid Figler is joined by executive producer Sonja Cho Swanson and Hey Las Vegas editor Rob Kachelriess to discuss everything we know so far. Learn more about the sponsors of this June 10th episode: Slater's 50/50 - From Friday, June 13 through Father’s Day Sunday, every dad who dines in gets a FREE bottle of our signature Bacon Salt to take home Southern Nevada Water Authority Want to get in touch? Follow us @CityCastVegas on Instagram, or email us at lasvegas@citycast.fm. You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719. For more Las Vegas news, make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter, Hey Las Vegas. Looking to advertise on City Cast Las Vegas? Check out our options for podcast and newsletter ads at citycast.fm/advertise. Tue, 10 Jun 2025 10:00:00 -0000 full City Cast Shootings aren't unheard of in a city as big as Las Vegas. But on Sunday night, a killing that appears to be targeted unfolded on a live YouTube stream in front of the Bellagio. Co-host Dayvid Figler is joined by executive producer Sonja Cho Swanson and Hey Las Vegas editor Rob Kachelriess to discuss everything we know so far. Learn more about the sponsors of this June 10th episode: Slater's 50/50 - From Friday, June 13 through Father’s Day Sunday, every dad who dines in gets a FREE bottle of our signature Bacon Salt to take home Southern Nevada Water Authority Want to get in touch? Follow us @CityCastVegas on Instagram, or email us at lasvegas@citycast.fm. You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719. For more Las Vegas news, make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter, Hey Las Vegas. Looking to advertise on City Cast Las Vegas? Check out our options for podcast and newsletter ads at citycast.fm/advertise. Shootings aren't unheard of in a city as big as Las Vegas. But on Sunday night, a killing that appears to be targeted unfolded on a live YouTube stream in front of the Bellagio. Co-host Dayvid Figler is joined by executive producer Sonja Cho Swanson and Hey Las Vegas editor Rob Kachelriess to discuss everything we know so far.

Learn more about the sponsors of this June 10th episode:

Slater's 50/50 - From Friday, June 13 through Father’s Day Sunday, every dad who dines in gets a FREE bottle of our signature Bacon Salt to take home

Southern Nevada Water Authority

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]]> 1359 Henderson's Police and City Council Drama, Explained Oh Henderson. The cushy Southern Nevada suburb is quickly garnering a reputation for more than just manicured lawns and HOAs — the drama over ousted police chief Hollie Chadwick has bled into City Council politics, and it's the stuff of Bravo TV: A cease and desist over affair rumors, transparency complaints over police bigotry, and snippy retorts in council meetings. To help us break it all down, co-host Dayvid Figler talks with Review-Journal reporter Casey Harrison, who explains how all this beef could affect the upcoming mayoral race. Learn more about the sponsors of this June 9th episode: Southern Nevada Water Authority Want to get in touch? Follow us @CityCastVegas on Instagram, or email us at lasvegas@citycast.fm. You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719. For more Las Vegas news, make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter, Hey Las Vegas. Looking to advertise on City Cast Las Vegas? Check out our options for podcast and newsletter ads at citycast.fm/advertise. Mon, 09 Jun 2025 10:00:00 -0000 full City Cast Oh Henderson. The cushy Southern Nevada suburb is quickly garnering a reputation for more than just manicured lawns and HOAs — the drama over ousted police chief Hollie Chadwick has bled into City Council politics, and it's the stuff of Bravo TV: A cease and desist over affair rumors, transparency complaints over police bigotry, and snippy retorts in council meetings. To help us break it all down, co-host Dayvid Figler talks with Review-Journal reporter Casey Harrison, who explains how all this beef could affect the upcoming mayoral race. Learn more about the sponsors of this June 9th episode: Southern Nevada Water Authority Want to get in touch? Follow us @CityCastVegas on Instagram, or email us at lasvegas@citycast.fm. You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719. For more Las Vegas news, make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter, Hey Las Vegas. Looking to advertise on City Cast Las Vegas? Check out our options for podcast and newsletter ads at citycast.fm/advertise. Oh Henderson. The cushy Southern Nevada suburb is quickly garnering a reputation for more than just manicured lawns and HOAs — the drama over ousted police chief Hollie Chadwick has bled into City Council politics, and it's the stuff of Bravo TV: A cease and desist over affair rumors, transparency complaints over police bigotry, and snippy retorts in council meetings. To help us break it all down, co-host Dayvid Figler talks with Review-Journal reporter Casey Harrison, who explains how all this beef could affect the upcoming mayoral race.

Learn more about the sponsors of this June 9th episode:

Southern Nevada Water Authority

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]]> 1375 How Police Are Helping ICE, the Fate of an Old Golf Course, and Vegas' Next Weird Museum City leaders were caught off guard late last week when the Department of Homeland Security listed Las Vegas as a sanctuary city for undocumented immigrants. Despite the surprise, Sheriff Kevin McMahill says it's unrelated to Metro’s new agreement to cooperate with ICE. Co-host Dayvid Figler is joined by executive producer Sonja Cho Swanson and Nevada Current reporter Michael MJ Lyle to unpack the policy shift. Plus, the team discusses a new buyer facing an old HOA dispute over plans for the long-neglected Silverstone golf course and the possible public debut of the legendary Underground House. Want to get in touch? Follow us @CityCastVegas on Instagram, or email us at lasvegas@citycast.fm. You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719. For more Las Vegas news, make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter, Hey Las Vegas. Looking to advertise on City Cast Las Vegas? Check out our options for podcast and newsletter ads at citycast.fm/advertise. Fri, 06 Jun 2025 10:00:00 -0000 full City Cast City leaders were caught off guard late last week when the Department of Homeland Security listed Las Vegas as a sanctuary city for undocumented immigrants. Despite the surprise, Sheriff Kevin McMahill says it's unrelated to Metro’s new agreement to cooperate with ICE. Co-host Dayvid Figler is joined by executive producer Sonja Cho Swanson and Nevada Current reporter Michael MJ Lyle to unpack the policy shift. Plus, the team discusses a new buyer facing an old HOA dispute over plans for the long-neglected Silverstone golf course and the possible public debut of the legendary Underground House. Want to get in touch? Follow us @CityCastVegas on Instagram, or email us at lasvegas@citycast.fm. You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719. For more Las Vegas news, make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter, Hey Las Vegas. Looking to advertise on City Cast Las Vegas? Check out our options for podcast and newsletter ads at citycast.fm/advertise. City leaders were caught off guard late last week when the Department of Homeland Security listed Las Vegas as a sanctuary city for undocumented immigrants. Despite the surprise, Sheriff Kevin McMahill says it's unrelated to Metro’s new agreement to cooperate with ICE. Co-host Dayvid Figler is joined by executive producer Sonja Cho Swanson and Nevada Current reporter Michael MJ Lyle to unpack the policy shift. Plus, the team discusses a new buyer facing an old HOA dispute over plans for the long-neglected Silverstone golf course and the possible public debut of the legendary Underground House.

Want to get in touch? Follow us @CityCastVegas on Instagram, or email us at lasvegas@citycast.fm. You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719.

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]]> 2088 The 'UnCommonly' Delicious History of Ice Cream Recorded live at the UnCommons, this special episode features co-host and award-winning culinary historian Sarah Lohman as she explores the surprising history of ice cream — from its origins as a luxury treat to its rise as a local obsession. Discover why Las Vegas has a special place in the frozen dessert scene, and what makes crafting ice cream in the desert so unique. Hosted by City Cast Las Vegas contributor and TheList.Vegas editor Andrew Kiraly. Want to get in touch? Follow us @CityCastVegas on Instagram, or email us at lasvegas@citycast.fm. You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719. For more Las Vegas news, make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter, Hey Las Vegas. Looking to advertise on City Cast Las Vegas? Check out our options for podcast and newsletter ads at citycast.fm/advertise. Thu, 05 Jun 2025 10:00:00 -0000 full City Cast Recorded live at the UnCommons, this special episode features co-host and award-winning culinary historian Sarah Lohman as she explores the surprising history of ice cream — from its origins as a luxury treat to its rise as a local obsession. Discover why Las Vegas has a special place in the frozen dessert scene, and what makes crafting ice cream in the desert so unique. Hosted by City Cast Las Vegas contributor and TheList.Vegas editor Andrew Kiraly. Want to get in touch? Follow us @CityCastVegas on Instagram, or email us at lasvegas@citycast.fm. You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719. For more Las Vegas news, make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter, Hey Las Vegas. Looking to advertise on City Cast Las Vegas? Check out our options for podcast and newsletter ads at citycast.fm/advertise. Recorded live at the UnCommons, this special episode features co-host and award-winning culinary historian Sarah Lohman as she explores the surprising history of ice cream — from its origins as a luxury treat to its rise as a local obsession. Discover why Las Vegas has a special place in the frozen dessert scene, and what makes crafting ice cream in the desert so unique. Hosted by City Cast Las Vegas contributor and TheList.Vegas editor Andrew Kiraly.


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]]> 1539 A Quick and Dirty Guide to the 2025 Legislative Session https://lasvegas.citycast.fm/ The 83rd session of the Nevada Legislature wrapped up Monday night and the reviews — well, our guest today, Nevada Independent Capital Bureau Chief Tabitha Mueller, tells co-host Sarah Lohman that it ended with more of a "whimper" than a "bang." So what exactly did our lawmakers get done for Southern Nevada, who came out looking good, and did Governor Lombardo keep his promise of "no new taxes?" Update: Governor Lombardo's health care bill, mentioned in this episode, was not approved by the Assembly on the final day of the session. Be sure to check out the Nevada Independent's bill tracker and their Lombardo veto tracker for the latest on the legislation. Want to get in touch? Follow us @CityCastVegas on Instagram, or email us at lasvegas@citycast.fm. You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719. For more Las Vegas news, make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter, Hey Las Vegas.Looking to advertise on City Cast Las Vegas? Check out our options for podcast and newsletter ads at citycast.fm/advertise. Wed, 04 Jun 2025 10:00:00 -0000 full City Cast The 83rd session of the Nevada Legislature wrapped up Monday night and the reviews — well, our guest today, Nevada Independent Capital Bureau Chief Tabitha Mueller, tells co-host Sarah Lohman that it ended with more of a "whimper" than a "bang." So what exactly did our lawmakers get done for Southern Nevada, who came out looking good, and did Governor Lombardo keep his promise of "no new taxes?" Update: Governor Lombardo's health care bill, mentioned in this episode, was not approved by the Assembly on the final day of the session. Be sure to check out the Nevada Independent's bill tracker and their Lombardo veto tracker for the latest on the legislation. Want to get in touch? Follow us @CityCastVegas on Instagram, or email us at lasvegas@citycast.fm. You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719. For more Las Vegas news, make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter, Hey Las Vegas.Looking to advertise on City Cast Las Vegas? Check out our options for podcast and newsletter ads at citycast.fm/advertise. The 83rd session of the Nevada Legislature wrapped up Monday night and the reviews — well, our guest today, Nevada Independent Capital Bureau Chief Tabitha Mueller, tells co-host Sarah Lohman that it ended with more of a "whimper" than a "bang." So what exactly did our lawmakers get done for Southern Nevada, who came out looking good, and did Governor Lombardo keep his promise of "no new taxes?"

Update: Governor Lombardo's health care bill, mentioned in this episode, was not approved by the Assembly on the final day of the session.

Be sure to check out the Nevada Independent's bill tracker and their Lombardo veto tracker for the latest on the legislation.

Want to get in touch? Follow us @CityCastVegas on Instagram, or email us at lasvegas@citycast.fm. You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719.

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]]> 1259 The Best Locals Casinos in Las Vegas https://lasvegas.citycast.fm/ Las Vegas locals notoriously love to hate visiting the Strip — especially as parking fees come and go. Luckily, neighborhood casinos serve multiple purposes within the community. From movie theaters to great restaurants to random giveaways, these off-Strip spots seem to have it all. But which ones truly cater to locals? Long-time Las Vegan Heather Collins (@raisedinvegas) joins co-hosts Sarah Lohman and Dayvid Figler to debate what qualifies as a locals casino and where to find the best deals. Want to get in touch? Follow us @CityCastVegas on Instagram, or email us at lasvegas@citycast.fm. You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719. For more Las Vegas news, make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter, Hey Las Vegas. Looking to advertise on City Cast Las Vegas? Check out our options for podcast and newsletter ads at citycast.fm/advertise. Tue, 03 Jun 2025 10:00:00 -0000 full City Cast Las Vegas locals notoriously love to hate visiting the Strip — especially as parking fees come and go. Luckily, neighborhood casinos serve multiple purposes within the community. From movie theaters to great restaurants to random giveaways, these off-Strip spots seem to have it all. But which ones truly cater to locals? Long-time Las Vegan Heather Collins (@raisedinvegas) joins co-hosts Sarah Lohman and Dayvid Figler to debate what qualifies as a locals casino and where to find the best deals. Want to get in touch? Follow us @CityCastVegas on Instagram, or email us at lasvegas@citycast.fm. You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719. For more Las Vegas news, make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter, Hey Las Vegas. Looking to advertise on City Cast Las Vegas? Check out our options for podcast and newsletter ads at citycast.fm/advertise. Las Vegas locals notoriously love to hate visiting the Strip — especially as parking fees come and go. Luckily, neighborhood casinos serve multiple purposes within the community. From movie theaters to great restaurants to random giveaways, these off-Strip spots seem to have it all. But which ones truly cater to locals? Long-time Las Vegan Heather Collins (@raisedinvegas) joins co-hosts Sarah Lohman and Dayvid Figler to debate what qualifies as a locals casino and where to find the best deals.

Want to get in touch? Follow us @CityCastVegas on Instagram, or email us at lasvegas@citycast.fm. You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719.

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]]> 1560 Exploring the Old Spanish Trail at the Nevada State Museum, Las Vegas (Sponsored) Episode Description: In this special bonus episode of City Cast Las Vegas, sponsored by the Nevada State Museum Las Vegas, co-host Dayvid Figler chats with Josef Diaz, the Curator of History and Material Culture, about their featured exhibit on the Old Spanish Trail — a 2,700-mile trade route that helped shape the American West. From the goods that moved between New Mexico and California to the hardships and hidden histories along the way, including Native American slavery, this conversation sheds light on a vital but often overlooked chapter in Las Vegas' history. The exhibit is on view now at the Nevada State Museum, Las Vegas.  To learn about this episode sponsor visit the Nevada State Museum Las Vegas Mon, 02 Jun 2025 18:00:00 -0000 full City Cast Episode Description: In this special bonus episode of City Cast Las Vegas, sponsored by the Nevada State Museum Las Vegas, co-host Dayvid Figler chats with Josef Diaz, the Curator of History and Material Culture, about their featured exhibit on the Old Spanish Trail — a 2,700-mile trade route that helped shape the American West. From the goods that moved between New Mexico and California to the hardships and hidden histories along the way, including Native American slavery, this conversation sheds light on a vital but often overlooked chapter in Las Vegas' history. The exhibit is on view now at the Nevada State Museum, Las Vegas.  To learn about this episode sponsor visit the Nevada State Museum Las Vegas Episode Description: In this special bonus episode of City Cast Las Vegas, sponsored by the Nevada State Museum Las Vegas, co-host Dayvid Figler chats with Josef Diaz, the Curator of History and Material Culture, about their featured exhibit on the Old Spanish Trail — a 2,700-mile trade route that helped shape the American West. From the goods that moved between New Mexico and California to the hardships and hidden histories along the way, including Native American slavery, this conversation sheds light on a vital but often overlooked chapter in Las Vegas' history. The exhibit is on view now at the Nevada State Museum, Las Vegas. 


To learn about this episode sponsor visit the Nevada State Museum Las Vegas

]]> 989 Where Tourists and Locals Meet … Over Pinball https://lasvegas.citycast.fm Destinations in Las Vegas often get slotted into one of two categories: It's either a spot for locals, or a spot for tourists. But one place stands out as a tourist attraction that's equally beloved by locals — and it just so happens to be co-host Dayvid Figler's favorite spot in Las Vegas. So today, Dayvid takes co-host Sarah Lohman on a tour of the Pinball Hall of Fame and explains how to make the most of your $10 in quarters, and why this unique, interactive museum is so special. If you enjoyed today's interview with Nevada State Museum's Curator of History and Material Culture, Josef Diaz, learn more here. Want to get in touch? Follow us @CityCastVegas on Instagram, or email us at lasvegas@citycast.fm. You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719. For more Las Vegas news, make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter, Hey Las Vegas. Looking to advertise on City Cast Las Vegas? Check out our options for podcast and newsletter ads at citycast.fm/advertise. Mon, 02 Jun 2025 10:00:00 -0000 full City Cast Destinations in Las Vegas often get slotted into one of two categories: It's either a spot for locals, or a spot for tourists. But one place stands out as a tourist attraction that's equally beloved by locals — and it just so happens to be co-host Dayvid Figler's favorite spot in Las Vegas. So today, Dayvid takes co-host Sarah Lohman on a tour of the Pinball Hall of Fame and explains how to make the most of your $10 in quarters, and why this unique, interactive museum is so special. If you enjoyed today's interview with Nevada State Museum's Curator of History and Material Culture, Josef Diaz, learn more here. Want to get in touch? Follow us @CityCastVegas on Instagram, or email us at lasvegas@citycast.fm. You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719. For more Las Vegas news, make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter, Hey Las Vegas. Looking to advertise on City Cast Las Vegas? Check out our options for podcast and newsletter ads at citycast.fm/advertise. Destinations in Las Vegas often get slotted into one of two categories: It's either a spot for locals, or a spot for tourists. But one place stands out as a tourist attraction that's equally beloved by locals — and it just so happens to be co-host Dayvid Figler's favorite spot in Las Vegas. So today, Dayvid takes co-host Sarah Lohman on a tour of the Pinball Hall of Fame and explains how to make the most of your $10 in quarters, and why this unique, interactive museum is so special.

If you enjoyed today's interview with Nevada State Museum's Curator of History and Material Culture, Josef Diaz, learn more here.

Want to get in touch? Follow us @CityCastVegas on Instagram, or email us at lasvegas@citycast.fm. You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719.

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]]> 1399 Is the Fontainebleau Alright? Plus, a Vegas Population Boom and Cabbage Patch Billboards Unexpected news came out of a recent Gaming Commission Board meeting — the Fontainebleau is ⁠under investigation⁠ for possible anti-money laundering violations. Then, Wednesday, news broke that the casino ⁠laid off⁠ dozens of dealers. Is the Fontainebleau OK? Co-hosts Sarah Lohman and Dayvid Figler are joined by Battle Born Progress press secretary Jacob Solis to discuss this and more: Why Las Vegas' population is growing at ⁠double the national rate⁠, and what's up with all those Cabbage Patch Doll ⁠billboards⁠ around town. Don't forget, Vegas is experiencing ⁠extreme heat⁠ today, so try to avoid the outdoors at peak daylight hours and look up your nearest ⁠cooling station⁠ just in case. Want to get in touch? Follow us @CityCastVegas on ⁠Instagram⁠, or email us at ⁠lasvegas@citycast.fm⁠. You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719. For more Las Vegas news, make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter,⁠ Hey Las Vegas.⁠ Looking to advertise on City Cast Las Vegas? Check out our options for podcast and newsletter ads at⁠ citycast.fm/advertise⁠. Fri, 30 May 2025 10:00:00 -0000 full City Cast Unexpected news came out of a recent Gaming Commission Board meeting — the Fontainebleau is ⁠under investigation⁠ for possible anti-money laundering violations. Then, Wednesday, news broke that the casino ⁠laid off⁠ dozens of dealers. Is the Fontainebleau OK? Co-hosts Sarah Lohman and Dayvid Figler are joined by Battle Born Progress press secretary Jacob Solis to discuss this and more: Why Las Vegas' population is growing at ⁠double the national rate⁠, and what's up with all those Cabbage Patch Doll ⁠billboards⁠ around town. Don't forget, Vegas is experiencing ⁠extreme heat⁠ today, so try to avoid the outdoors at peak daylight hours and look up your nearest ⁠cooling station⁠ just in case. Want to get in touch? Follow us @CityCastVegas on ⁠Instagram⁠, or email us at ⁠lasvegas@citycast.fm⁠. You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719. For more Las Vegas news, make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter,⁠ Hey Las Vegas.⁠ Looking to advertise on City Cast Las Vegas? Check out our options for podcast and newsletter ads at⁠ citycast.fm/advertise⁠. Unexpected news came out of a recent Gaming Commission Board meeting — the Fontainebleau is ⁠under investigation⁠ for possible anti-money laundering violations. Then, Wednesday, news broke that the casino ⁠laid off⁠ dozens of dealers. Is the Fontainebleau OK? Co-hosts Sarah Lohman and Dayvid Figler are joined by Battle Born Progress press secretary Jacob Solis to discuss this and more: Why Las Vegas' population is growing at ⁠double the national rate⁠, and what's up with all those Cabbage Patch Doll ⁠billboards⁠ around town.

Don't forget, Vegas is experiencing ⁠extreme heat⁠ today, so try to avoid the outdoors at peak daylight hours and look up your nearest ⁠cooling station⁠ just in case.

Want to get in touch? Follow us @CityCastVegas on ⁠Instagram⁠, or email us at ⁠lasvegas@citycast.fm⁠. You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719.

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]]> 2013 Your Guide to June 2025 in Las Vegas https://lasvegas.citycast.fm June brings triple digits, so we've got the best tips in town for coping with our own special version of seasonal depression: Co-hosts Dayvid Figler and Sarah Lohman are joined by Nevada Current reporter Michael MJ Lyle to talk about their favorite events, eats, and excursions to make your summer not just bearable, but delightful. We’ve updated this episode to remove an error: In the original version, we stated that entry to Nevada state parks is free on Juneteenth (June 19). While that’s true for our national parks, Nevada state parks are free on the second Saturday of June, which is June 14 this year. Apologies for any confusion, and thank you to listener Tyler K. for catching the error! 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 Las Vegas community. For even more tips on how to make the most of June in Las Vegas, check out Hey Las Vegas’s take on what to do this month. Want to get in touch? Follow us @CityCastVegas on Instagram, or email us at lasvegas@citycast.fm. You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719. For more Las Vegas news, make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter, Hey Las Vegas. Looking to advertise on City Cast Las Vegas? Check out our options for podcast and newsletter ads at citycast.fm/advertise. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Thu, 29 May 2025 10:00:00 -0000 full City Cast June brings triple digits, so we've got the best tips in town for coping with our own special version of seasonal depression: Co-hosts Dayvid Figler and Sarah Lohman are joined by Nevada Current reporter Michael MJ Lyle to talk about their favorite events, eats, and excursions to make your summer not just bearable, but delightful. We’ve updated this episode to remove an error: In the original version, we stated that entry to Nevada state parks is free on Juneteenth (June 19). While that’s true for our national parks, Nevada state parks are free on the second Saturday of June, which is June 14 this year. Apologies for any confusion, and thank you to listener Tyler K. for catching the error! 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 Las Vegas community. For even more tips on how to make the most of June in Las Vegas, check out Hey Las Vegas’s take on what to do this month. Want to get in touch? Follow us @CityCastVegas on Instagram, or email us at lasvegas@citycast.fm. You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719. For more Las Vegas news, make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter, Hey Las Vegas. Looking to advertise on City Cast Las Vegas? Check out our options for podcast and newsletter ads at citycast.fm/advertise. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices June brings triple digits, so we've got the best tips in town for coping with our own special version of seasonal depression: Co-hosts Dayvid Figler and Sarah Lohman are joined by Nevada Current reporter Michael MJ Lyle to talk about their favorite events, eats, and excursions to make your summer not just bearable, but delightful.

We’ve updated this episode to remove an error: In the original version, we stated that entry to Nevada state parks is free on Juneteenth (June 19). While that’s true for our national parks, Nevada state parks are free on the second Saturday of June, which is June 14 this year. Apologies for any confusion, and thank you to listener Tyler K. for catching the error!

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 Las Vegas community.

For even more tips on how to make the most of June in Las Vegas, check out Hey Las Vegas’s take on what to do this month.

Want to get in touch? Follow us @CityCastVegas on Instagram, or email us at lasvegas@citycast.fm. You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719.

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]]> 1619 All the Celebrities You Didn't Know Live In Vegas https://lasvegas.citycast.fm/ When Mark Wahlberg moved to Las Vegas, the headlines quickly followed — Marky Mark has officially joined the pantheon of celebrities like Nic Cage and Celine Dion who call Vegas home. But what about the lower-profile celebs who aren't slinging tequila cocktails around town? Today, executive producer Sonja Cho Swanson quizzes our co-hosts, Dayvid Figler and Sarah Lohman, about the celebrities you maybe didn't know live in Las Vegas. Play along and see if you can beat their score! The Rita Deanin Abbey Art Museum is offering 50% off tickets to City Cast Las Vegas listeners! Visit rdamuseum.org/tickets and use the code CITYCASTLV at checkout. Want to get in touch? Follow us @CityCastVegas on Instagram, or email us at lasvegas@citycast.fm. You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719. For more Las Vegas news, make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter, Hey Las Vegas. Looking to advertise on City Cast Las Vegas? Check out our options for podcast and newsletter ads at citycast.fm/advertise. Wed, 28 May 2025 10:00:00 -0000 full City Cast When Mark Wahlberg moved to Las Vegas, the headlines quickly followed — Marky Mark has officially joined the pantheon of celebrities like Nic Cage and Celine Dion who call Vegas home. But what about the lower-profile celebs who aren't slinging tequila cocktails around town? Today, executive producer Sonja Cho Swanson quizzes our co-hosts, Dayvid Figler and Sarah Lohman, about the celebrities you maybe didn't know live in Las Vegas. Play along and see if you can beat their score! The Rita Deanin Abbey Art Museum is offering 50% off tickets to City Cast Las Vegas listeners! Visit rdamuseum.org/tickets and use the code CITYCASTLV at checkout. Want to get in touch? Follow us @CityCastVegas on Instagram, or email us at lasvegas@citycast.fm. You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719. For more Las Vegas news, make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter, Hey Las Vegas. Looking to advertise on City Cast Las Vegas? Check out our options for podcast and newsletter ads at citycast.fm/advertise. When Mark Wahlberg moved to Las Vegas, the headlines quickly followed — Marky Mark has officially joined the pantheon of celebrities like Nic Cage and Celine Dion who call Vegas home. But what about the lower-profile celebs who aren't slinging tequila cocktails around town? Today, executive producer Sonja Cho Swanson quizzes our co-hosts, Dayvid Figler and Sarah Lohman, about the celebrities you maybe didn't know live in Las Vegas. Play along and see if you can beat their score!

The Rita Deanin Abbey Art Museum is offering 50% off tickets to City Cast Las Vegas listeners! Visit rdamuseum.org/tickets and use the code CITYCASTLV at checkout.

Want to get in touch? Follow us @CityCastVegas on Instagram, or email us at lasvegas@citycast.fm. You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719.

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]]> 1329 In Defense of Circus Circus Circus Circus is officially on the market to the tune of $5 billion dollars. The hefty price tag for the aging property has raised some eyebrows along with speculation: Will Circus Circus find a buyer who will keep the casino intact, clowns and all? Today, we're bringing back a conversation that our co-hosts, Sarah Lohman and Dayvid Figler, had after visiting the newly-reopened annex to Circus Circus, Slots-A-Fun, and hear Dayvid's impassioned argument about why Circus Circus is actually amazing. Want to get in touch? Follow us @CityCastVegas on ⁠Instagram⁠, or email us at ⁠lasvegas@citycast.fm⁠. You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719. For more Las Vegas news, make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter,⁠ Hey Las Vegas.⁠ Looking to advertise on City Cast Las Vegas? Check out our options for podcast and newsletter ads at⁠ citycast.fm/advertise⁠. Tue, 27 May 2025 10:00:00 -0000 full City Cast Circus Circus is officially on the market to the tune of $5 billion dollars. The hefty price tag for the aging property has raised some eyebrows along with speculation: Will Circus Circus find a buyer who will keep the casino intact, clowns and all? Today, we're bringing back a conversation that our co-hosts, Sarah Lohman and Dayvid Figler, had after visiting the newly-reopened annex to Circus Circus, Slots-A-Fun, and hear Dayvid's impassioned argument about why Circus Circus is actually amazing. Want to get in touch? Follow us @CityCastVegas on ⁠Instagram⁠, or email us at ⁠lasvegas@citycast.fm⁠. You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719. For more Las Vegas news, make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter,⁠ Hey Las Vegas.⁠ Looking to advertise on City Cast Las Vegas? Check out our options for podcast and newsletter ads at⁠ citycast.fm/advertise⁠. Circus Circus is officially on the market to the tune of $5 billion dollars. The hefty price tag for the aging property has raised some eyebrows along with speculation: Will Circus Circus find a buyer who will keep the casino intact, clowns and all? Today, we're bringing back a conversation that our co-hosts, Sarah Lohman and Dayvid Figler, had after visiting the newly-reopened annex to Circus Circus, Slots-A-Fun, and hear Dayvid's impassioned argument about why Circus Circus is actually amazing.

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]]> 1460 Robots Used in Homeless Sweep, Failed Nevada Bills, and RIP Bahama Breeze https://lasvegas.citycast.fm/ This week in extremely 2025 content, county workers began a sweep of a homeless encampment in a wash near Flamingo & Maryland — but are also employing robots to scout out some of the more dangerous sections of the tunnels, where toxic fumes could put workers and the unhoused at risk. These "clean-ups" have long been a flashpoint for neighbors and advocates, so what's the bigger picture? Co-host Sarah Lohman talks with writer (and former Hey Las Vegas newsletter editor) Scott Dickensheets and Nevada Current editor April Corbin Girnus to discuss. They also talk about all the bills killed in this year's legislative session, and what it means when Bahama Breeze closes its doors for good. Learn more about the sponsors of this May 23rd episode: Southern Nevada Water Authority Barter Beer + Mall The Rita Deanin Abbey Art Museum is offering 50% off tickets to City Cast Las Vegas listeners! Visit rdamuseum.org/tickets and use the code CITYCASTLV at checkout. Want to get in touch? Follow us @CityCastVegas on Instagram, or email us at lasvegas@citycast.fm. You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719. For more Las Vegas news, make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter, Hey Las Vegas. Looking to advertise on City Cast Las Vegas? Check out our options for podcast and newsletter ads at citycast.fm/advertise. Fri, 23 May 2025 10:00:00 -0000 full City Cast This week in extremely 2025 content, county workers began a sweep of a homeless encampment in a wash near Flamingo & Maryland — but are also employing robots to scout out some of the more dangerous sections of the tunnels, where toxic fumes could put workers and the unhoused at risk. These "clean-ups" have long been a flashpoint for neighbors and advocates, so what's the bigger picture? Co-host Sarah Lohman talks with writer (and former Hey Las Vegas newsletter editor) Scott Dickensheets and Nevada Current editor April Corbin Girnus to discuss. They also talk about all the bills killed in this year's legislative session, and what it means when Bahama Breeze closes its doors for good. Learn more about the sponsors of this May 23rd episode: Southern Nevada Water Authority Barter Beer + Mall The Rita Deanin Abbey Art Museum is offering 50% off tickets to City Cast Las Vegas listeners! Visit rdamuseum.org/tickets and use the code CITYCASTLV at checkout. Want to get in touch? Follow us @CityCastVegas on Instagram, or email us at lasvegas@citycast.fm. You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719. For more Las Vegas news, make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter, Hey Las Vegas. Looking to advertise on City Cast Las Vegas? Check out our options for podcast and newsletter ads at citycast.fm/advertise. This week in extremely 2025 content, county workers began a sweep of a homeless encampment in a wash near Flamingo & Maryland — but are also employing robots to scout out some of the more dangerous sections of the tunnels, where toxic fumes could put workers and the unhoused at risk. These "clean-ups" have long been a flashpoint for neighbors and advocates, so what's the bigger picture? Co-host Sarah Lohman talks with writer (and former Hey Las Vegas newsletter editor) Scott Dickensheets and Nevada Current editor April Corbin Girnus to discuss. They also talk about all the bills killed in this year's legislative session, and what it means when Bahama Breeze closes its doors for good.

Learn more about the sponsors of this May 23rd episode:

Southern Nevada Water Authority

Barter Beer + Mall

The Rita Deanin Abbey Art Museum is offering 50% off tickets to City Cast Las Vegas listeners! Visit rdamuseum.org/tickets and use the code CITYCASTLV at checkout.

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]]> 2081 The Best Restaurants for Large Groups in Las Vegas https://lasvegas.citycast.fm It's May, which means that graduation season, summer visitors, and family reunions are in full swing — so where can you go out to eat with a giant crowd in Las Vegas? Co-host Dayvid Figler puts food influencer Phil Tzeng (AKA Las Vegas Fill) to the test with a series of tricky group dining scenarios, from dietary preferences to splitting the bill. Learn more about the sponsors of this May 22nd episode: Southern Nevada Water Authority Barter Beer + Mall Want to get in touch? Follow us @CityCastVegas on Instagram, or email us at lasvegas@citycast.fm. You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719. For more Las Vegas news, make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter, Hey Las Vegas. Looking to advertise on City Cast Las Vegas? Check out our options for podcast and newsletter ads at citycast.fm/advertise. Thu, 22 May 2025 10:00:00 -0000 full City Cast It's May, which means that graduation season, summer visitors, and family reunions are in full swing — so where can you go out to eat with a giant crowd in Las Vegas? Co-host Dayvid Figler puts food influencer Phil Tzeng (AKA Las Vegas Fill) to the test with a series of tricky group dining scenarios, from dietary preferences to splitting the bill. Learn more about the sponsors of this May 22nd episode: Southern Nevada Water Authority Barter Beer + Mall Want to get in touch? Follow us @CityCastVegas on Instagram, or email us at lasvegas@citycast.fm. You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719. For more Las Vegas news, make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter, Hey Las Vegas. Looking to advertise on City Cast Las Vegas? Check out our options for podcast and newsletter ads at citycast.fm/advertise. It's May, which means that graduation season, summer visitors, and family reunions are in full swing — so where can you go out to eat with a giant crowd in Las Vegas? Co-host Dayvid Figler puts food influencer Phil Tzeng (AKA Las Vegas Fill) to the test with a series of tricky group dining scenarios, from dietary preferences to splitting the bill.

Learn more about the sponsors of this May 22nd episode:

Southern Nevada Water Authority

Barter Beer + Mall

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]]> 1368 The Case Against Mojave Max https://lasvegas.citycast.fm For a quarter century, schoolchildren across the valley have been learning about desert conservation from Mojave Max, our city's beloved tortoise mascot. But what if the Mojave Max program was actually … bad for the desert? Today on City Cast Las Vegas, co-host Dayvid Figler talks with Patrick Donnelly, Great Basin Director at the Center for Biological Diversity. Patrick has some serious beef with Mojave Max, and it all starts, he says, with how the program was funded by the real estate developers who destroyed Mojave Max's habitat. Learn more about the sponsors of this May 21st episode: Southern Nevada Water Authority Barter Beer + Mall Want to get in touch? Follow us @CityCastVegas on Instagram, or email us at lasvegas@citycast.fm. You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719. For more Las Vegas news, make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter, Hey Las Vegas. Looking to advertise on City Cast Las Vegas? Check out our options for podcast and newsletter ads at citycast.fm/advertise. Wed, 21 May 2025 10:00:00 -0000 full City Cast For a quarter century, schoolchildren across the valley have been learning about desert conservation from Mojave Max, our city's beloved tortoise mascot. But what if the Mojave Max program was actually … bad for the desert? Today on City Cast Las Vegas, co-host Dayvid Figler talks with Patrick Donnelly, Great Basin Director at the Center for Biological Diversity. Patrick has some serious beef with Mojave Max, and it all starts, he says, with how the program was funded by the real estate developers who destroyed Mojave Max's habitat. Learn more about the sponsors of this May 21st episode: Southern Nevada Water Authority Barter Beer + Mall Want to get in touch? Follow us @CityCastVegas on Instagram, or email us at lasvegas@citycast.fm. You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719. For more Las Vegas news, make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter, Hey Las Vegas. Looking to advertise on City Cast Las Vegas? Check out our options for podcast and newsletter ads at citycast.fm/advertise. For a quarter century, schoolchildren across the valley have been learning about desert conservation from Mojave Max, our city's beloved tortoise mascot. But what if the Mojave Max program was actually … bad for the desert? Today on City Cast Las Vegas, co-host Dayvid Figler talks with Patrick Donnelly, Great Basin Director at the Center for Biological Diversity. Patrick has some serious beef with Mojave Max, and it all starts, he says, with how the program was funded by the real estate developers who destroyed Mojave Max's habitat.

Learn more about the sponsors of this May 21st episode:

Southern Nevada Water Authority

Barter Beer + Mall

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]]> 1530 Is Las Vegas at Peak Speakeasy? https://lasvegas.citycast.fm While the speakeasy trend has waxed and waned in other cities, Las Vegas keeps the spirit of the secret bar with Prohibition-era cocktails alive in at least a dozen busy venues — but are they even really speakeasies anymore? Are we over the gimmick? And as it turns out, our frontier city didn't have to do much hiding during Prohibition … so did we actually even have speakeasies at all? Co-hosts Dayvid Figler and Sarah Lohman, a culinary historian, sit down with newsletter editor and bar enthusiast Rob Kachelriess to discuss. Learn more about the sponsors of this May 20th episode: Southern Nevada Water Authority Barter Beer + Mall Want to get in touch? Follow us @CityCastVegas on Instagram, or email us at lasvegas@citycast.fm. You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719. For more Las Vegas news, make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter, Hey Las Vegas. Looking to advertise on City Cast Las Vegas? Check out our options for podcast and newsletter ads at citycast.fm/advertise. Tue, 20 May 2025 10:00:00 -0000 full City Cast While the speakeasy trend has waxed and waned in other cities, Las Vegas keeps the spirit of the secret bar with Prohibition-era cocktails alive in at least a dozen busy venues — but are they even really speakeasies anymore? Are we over the gimmick? And as it turns out, our frontier city didn't have to do much hiding during Prohibition … so did we actually even have speakeasies at all? Co-hosts Dayvid Figler and Sarah Lohman, a culinary historian, sit down with newsletter editor and bar enthusiast Rob Kachelriess to discuss. Learn more about the sponsors of this May 20th episode: Southern Nevada Water Authority Barter Beer + Mall Want to get in touch? Follow us @CityCastVegas on Instagram, or email us at lasvegas@citycast.fm. You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719. For more Las Vegas news, make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter, Hey Las Vegas. Looking to advertise on City Cast Las Vegas? Check out our options for podcast and newsletter ads at citycast.fm/advertise. While the speakeasy trend has waxed and waned in other cities, Las Vegas keeps the spirit of the secret bar with Prohibition-era cocktails alive in at least a dozen busy venues — but are they even really speakeasies anymore? Are we over the gimmick? And as it turns out, our frontier city didn't have to do much hiding during Prohibition … so did we actually even have speakeasies at all? Co-hosts Dayvid Figler and Sarah Lohman, a culinary historian, sit down with newsletter editor and bar enthusiast Rob Kachelriess to discuss.

Learn more about the sponsors of this May 20th episode:

Southern Nevada Water Authority

Barter Beer + Mall

Want to get in touch? Follow us @CityCastVegas on Instagram, or email us at lasvegas@citycast.fm. You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719.

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]]> 1503 Is "No Taxes on Tips" Really Happening? https://lasvegas.citycast.fm The GOP is making good on President Trump's spur-of-the-moment campaign promise to Nevadans by including a "no taxes on tips" provision in their budget bill — but it comes with a few strings attached. Co-host Dayvid Figler sits down with Nevada Independent reporter Gabby Birenbaum to discuss how the provision will impact Southern Nevada and our unique tipping culture. If you enjoyed today's interview with Barter Beer + Mall's GM, Steve Sansonetti, learn more here. Learn more about the other sponsors of this May 19th episode: Southern Nevada Water Authority Barter Beer + Mall Get tickets to our live episode recording at the RDA Museum on 5/22 HERE Want to get in touch? Follow us @CityCastVegas on Instagram, or email us at lasvegas@citycast.fm. You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719. For more Las Vegas news, make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter, Hey Las Vegas. Looking to advertise on City Cast Las Vegas? Check out our options for podcast and newsletter ads at citycast.fm/advertise. Mon, 19 May 2025 10:00:00 -0000 full City Cast The GOP is making good on President Trump's spur-of-the-moment campaign promise to Nevadans by including a "no taxes on tips" provision in their budget bill — but it comes with a few strings attached. Co-host Dayvid Figler sits down with Nevada Independent reporter Gabby Birenbaum to discuss how the provision will impact Southern Nevada and our unique tipping culture. If you enjoyed today's interview with Barter Beer + Mall's GM, Steve Sansonetti, learn more here. Learn more about the other sponsors of this May 19th episode: Southern Nevada Water Authority Barter Beer + Mall Get tickets to our live episode recording at the RDA Museum on 5/22 HERE Want to get in touch? Follow us @CityCastVegas on Instagram, or email us at lasvegas@citycast.fm. You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719. For more Las Vegas news, make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter, Hey Las Vegas. Looking to advertise on City Cast Las Vegas? Check out our options for podcast and newsletter ads at citycast.fm/advertise. The GOP is making good on President Trump's spur-of-the-moment campaign promise to Nevadans by including a "no taxes on tips" provision in their budget bill — but it comes with a few strings attached. Co-host Dayvid Figler sits down with Nevada Independent reporter Gabby Birenbaum to discuss how the provision will impact Southern Nevada and our unique tipping culture.

If you enjoyed today's interview with Barter Beer + Mall's GM, Steve Sansonetti, learn more here.

Learn more about the other sponsors of this May 19th episode:

Southern Nevada Water Authority

Barter Beer + Mall

Get tickets to our live episode recording at the RDA Museum on 5/22 HERE

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]]> 1351 A Lawsuit Over Bed Bugs, RTC Bus Safety, and Keeping Doctors in Las Vegas https://lasvegas.citycast.fm Two hotels on the Strip, the Luxor and Treasure Island, are getting sued after guests claimed they were "massacred" by bed bugs and left with scars. So, how bad can bed bug bites really get, and is this a frivolous lawsuit? Co-hosts Sarah Lohman and Dayvid Figler are joined by Nevada Current reporter Michael MJ Lyle to talk bed bugs. They also tackle the recent safety upgrades in RTC buses and transit centers, and the doctors from UNLV School of Medicine's inaugural class who are opting to stay in Las Vegas. Learn more about the sponsors of this May 16th episode: Babbel - Get up to 60% off at Babbel.com/CITYCAST Prolonlife.com/city - Use this link for 15% off Get tickets to our live episode recording at the RDA Museum on 5/22 HERE Want to get in touch? Follow us @CityCastVegas on Instagram, or email us at lasvegas@citycast.fm. You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719. For more Las Vegas news, make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter, Hey Las Vegas. Looking to advertise on City Cast Las Vegas? Check out our options for podcast and newsletter ads at citycast.fm/advertise. Fri, 16 May 2025 10:00:00 -0000 full City Cast Two hotels on the Strip, the Luxor and Treasure Island, are getting sued after guests claimed they were "massacred" by bed bugs and left with scars. So, how bad can bed bug bites really get, and is this a frivolous lawsuit? Co-hosts Sarah Lohman and Dayvid Figler are joined by Nevada Current reporter Michael MJ Lyle to talk bed bugs. They also tackle the recent safety upgrades in RTC buses and transit centers, and the doctors from UNLV School of Medicine's inaugural class who are opting to stay in Las Vegas. Learn more about the sponsors of this May 16th episode: Babbel - Get up to 60% off at Babbel.com/CITYCAST Prolonlife.com/city - Use this link for 15% off Get tickets to our live episode recording at the RDA Museum on 5/22 HERE Want to get in touch? Follow us @CityCastVegas on Instagram, or email us at lasvegas@citycast.fm. You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719. For more Las Vegas news, make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter, Hey Las Vegas. Looking to advertise on City Cast Las Vegas? Check out our options for podcast and newsletter ads at citycast.fm/advertise. Two hotels on the Strip, the Luxor and Treasure Island, are getting sued after guests claimed they were "massacred" by bed bugs and left with scars. So, how bad can bed bug bites really get, and is this a frivolous lawsuit? Co-hosts Sarah Lohman and Dayvid Figler are joined by Nevada Current reporter Michael MJ Lyle to talk bed bugs. They also tackle the recent safety upgrades in RTC buses and transit centers, and the doctors from UNLV School of Medicine's inaugural class who are opting to stay in Las Vegas.

Learn more about the sponsors of this May 16th episode:

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Get tickets to our live episode recording at the RDA Museum on 5/22 HERE

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]]> 1844 Tomato Girl, Nachogate, and Vegas' Most Viral Food Scandals A TikTok influencer was recently trolled after ⁠posting a video⁠ of herself raving over a simple raw tomato at LPM in the Cosmo (she called it "iconic"). But did she maybe have a point? Co-host Sarah Lohman sits down with executive producer Sonja Cho Swanson and newsletter editor Rob Kachelriess (who has tried the tomato in question) to discuss this and other viral food scandals in Las Vegas, from Nachogate to the cotton candy burrito — and which ones actually deserve our outrage. Learn more about the sponsors of this May 15th episode: ⁠Babbel⁠ - Get up to 60% off at Babbel.com/CITYCAST ⁠Prolonlife.com/city ⁠- Use this link for 15% off Get tickets to our live episode recording at the RDA Museum on 5/22 ⁠HERE⁠ Want to get in touch? Follow us @CityCastVegas on ⁠Instagram⁠, or email us at ⁠lasvegas@citycast.fm⁠. You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719. For more Las Vegas news, make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter,⁠ Hey Las Vegas.⁠ Looking to advertise on City Cast Las Vegas? Check out our options for podcast and newsletter ads at⁠ citycast.fm/advertise⁠. Thu, 15 May 2025 10:00:00 -0000 full City Cast A TikTok influencer was recently trolled after ⁠posting a video⁠ of herself raving over a simple raw tomato at LPM in the Cosmo (she called it "iconic"). But did she maybe have a point? Co-host Sarah Lohman sits down with executive producer Sonja Cho Swanson and newsletter editor Rob Kachelriess (who has tried the tomato in question) to discuss this and other viral food scandals in Las Vegas, from Nachogate to the cotton candy burrito — and which ones actually deserve our outrage. Learn more about the sponsors of this May 15th episode: ⁠Babbel⁠ - Get up to 60% off at Babbel.com/CITYCAST ⁠Prolonlife.com/city ⁠- Use this link for 15% off Get tickets to our live episode recording at the RDA Museum on 5/22 ⁠HERE⁠ Want to get in touch? Follow us @CityCastVegas on ⁠Instagram⁠, or email us at ⁠lasvegas@citycast.fm⁠. You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719. For more Las Vegas news, make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter,⁠ Hey Las Vegas.⁠ Looking to advertise on City Cast Las Vegas? Check out our options for podcast and newsletter ads at⁠ citycast.fm/advertise⁠. A TikTok influencer was recently trolled after ⁠posting a video⁠ of herself raving over a simple raw tomato at LPM in the Cosmo (she called it "iconic"). But did she maybe have a point? Co-host Sarah Lohman sits down with executive producer Sonja Cho Swanson and newsletter editor Rob Kachelriess (who has tried the tomato in question) to discuss this and other viral food scandals in Las Vegas, from Nachogate to the cotton candy burrito — and which ones actually deserve our outrage.

Learn more about the sponsors of this May 15th episode:

⁠Babbel⁠ - Get up to 60% off at Babbel.com/CITYCAST

⁠Prolonlife.com/city ⁠- Use this link for 15% off

Get tickets to our live episode recording at the RDA Museum on 5/22 ⁠HERE⁠

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]]> 1474 Lake Mead Is in a Crisis. What Now? https://lasvegas.citycast.fm/ Another summer, another Lake Mead update: And this year, it's not looking great. Our snowpack gains this winter were pretty dismal, and the National Weather Service recently even lowered their projections for Lake Powell, whose upstream levels affect Lake Mead's. In light of all this, we're bringing back a conversation that co-host Dayvid Figler had with UNLV hydrology professor David Kreamer. The creation of Lake Mead was not without its costs — so was it worth it? And what happens if we use Lake Mead up? Learn more about the sponsors of this May 14th episode: Babbel - Get up to 60% off at Babbel.com/CITYCAST Prolonlife.com/city - Use this link for 15% off Get tickets to our live episode recording at the RDA Museum on 5/22 HERE Want to get in touch? Follow us @CityCastVegas on Instagram, or email us at lasvegas@citycast.fm. You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719. For more Las Vegas news, make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter, Hey Las Vegas.Looking to advertise on City Cast Las Vegas? Check out our options for podcast and newsletter ads at citycast.fm/advertise. Wed, 14 May 2025 10:00:00 -0000 full City Cast Another summer, another Lake Mead update: And this year, it's not looking great. Our snowpack gains this winter were pretty dismal, and the National Weather Service recently even lowered their projections for Lake Powell, whose upstream levels affect Lake Mead's. In light of all this, we're bringing back a conversation that co-host Dayvid Figler had with UNLV hydrology professor David Kreamer. The creation of Lake Mead was not without its costs — so was it worth it? And what happens if we use Lake Mead up? Learn more about the sponsors of this May 14th episode: Babbel - Get up to 60% off at Babbel.com/CITYCAST Prolonlife.com/city - Use this link for 15% off Get tickets to our live episode recording at the RDA Museum on 5/22 HERE Want to get in touch? Follow us @CityCastVegas on Instagram, or email us at lasvegas@citycast.fm. You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719. For more Las Vegas news, make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter, Hey Las Vegas.Looking to advertise on City Cast Las Vegas? Check out our options for podcast and newsletter ads at citycast.fm/advertise. Another summer, another Lake Mead update: And this year, it's not looking great. Our snowpack gains this winter were pretty dismal, and the National Weather Service recently even lowered their projections for Lake Powell, whose upstream levels affect Lake Mead's. In light of all this, we're bringing back a conversation that co-host Dayvid Figler had with UNLV hydrology professor David Kreamer. The creation of Lake Mead was not without its costs — so was it worth it? And what happens if we use Lake Mead up?

Learn more about the sponsors of this May 14th episode:

Babbel - Get up to 60% off at Babbel.com/CITYCAST

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Get tickets to our live episode recording at the RDA Museum on 5/22 HERE

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]]> 1143 How To Tell If You're a Real Vegas Local https://lasvegas.citycast.fm City Cast Las Vegas co-host Sarah Lohman is coming up on four years of living in Las Vegas — so can she call herself a real Las Vegas local yet, or what? To help answer this question, she talks with co-host Dayvid Figler, lifelong Las Vegan, and artist Brent Holmes, who's clocked 24 years in this town, about the "merit badges" you have to earn before you can call yourself a real Las Vegan (and yes, surviving three summers here counts as one). Learn more about the sponsors of this May 13th episode: Babbel - Get up to 60% off at Babbel.com/CITYCAST Prolonlife.com/city - Use this link for 15% off Get tickets to our live episode recording at the RDA Museum on 5/22 HERE Want to get in touch? Follow us @CityCastVegas on Instagram, or email us at lasvegas@citycast.fm. You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719. For more Las Vegas news, make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter, Hey Las Vegas. Looking to advertise on City Cast Las Vegas? Check out our options for podcast and newsletter ads at citycast.fm/advertise. Tue, 13 May 2025 10:00:00 -0000 full City Cast City Cast Las Vegas co-host Sarah Lohman is coming up on four years of living in Las Vegas — so can she call herself a real Las Vegas local yet, or what? To help answer this question, she talks with co-host Dayvid Figler, lifelong Las Vegan, and artist Brent Holmes, who's clocked 24 years in this town, about the "merit badges" you have to earn before you can call yourself a real Las Vegan (and yes, surviving three summers here counts as one). Learn more about the sponsors of this May 13th episode: Babbel - Get up to 60% off at Babbel.com/CITYCAST Prolonlife.com/city - Use this link for 15% off Get tickets to our live episode recording at the RDA Museum on 5/22 HERE Want to get in touch? Follow us @CityCastVegas on Instagram, or email us at lasvegas@citycast.fm. You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719. For more Las Vegas news, make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter, Hey Las Vegas. Looking to advertise on City Cast Las Vegas? Check out our options for podcast and newsletter ads at citycast.fm/advertise. City Cast Las Vegas co-host Sarah Lohman is coming up on four years of living in Las Vegas — so can she call herself a real Las Vegas local yet, or what? To help answer this question, she talks with co-host Dayvid Figler, lifelong Las Vegan, and artist Brent Holmes, who's clocked 24 years in this town, about the "merit badges" you have to earn before you can call yourself a real Las Vegan (and yes, surviving three summers here counts as one).

Learn more about the sponsors of this May 13th episode:

Babbel - Get up to 60% off at Babbel.com/CITYCAST

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]]> 1519 Did a Nevada Congressman Just Give Our State's Own Money Away? Northern Nevada U.S. Rep. Mark Amodei sparked backlash last week with a last-minute public lands amendment to a budget package — and that's because for three decades now, a special law called SNPLMA has sent a portion of federal land sales right back to Nevada's coffers. But Amodei's amendment would instead direct those funds straight to the U.S. Treasury, with nothing for Nevada. Co-host Dayvid Figler talks with Kristee Watson, executive director of the Nevada Conservation League, about the controversy and what it could mean for the future of Southern Nevada’s landscape. Learn more about the sponsors of this May 12th  episode: Babbel - Get up to 60% off at Babbel.com/CITYCAST Prolonlife.com/city - Use this link for 15% off Get tickets to our live episode recording at the Rita Deanin Abbey Art Museum on 5/22 HERE Want to get in touch? Follow us @CityCastVegas on Instagram, or email us at lasvegas@citycast.fm. You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719. For more Las Vegas news, make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter, Hey Las Vegas. Looking to advertise on City Cast Las Vegas? Check out our options for podcast and newsletter ads at citycast.fm/advertise. Mon, 12 May 2025 10:00:00 -0000 full City Cast Northern Nevada U.S. Rep. Mark Amodei sparked backlash last week with a last-minute public lands amendment to a budget package — and that's because for three decades now, a special law called SNPLMA has sent a portion of federal land sales right back to Nevada's coffers. But Amodei's amendment would instead direct those funds straight to the U.S. Treasury, with nothing for Nevada. Co-host Dayvid Figler talks with Kristee Watson, executive director of the Nevada Conservation League, about the controversy and what it could mean for the future of Southern Nevada’s landscape. Learn more about the sponsors of this May 12th  episode: Babbel - Get up to 60% off at Babbel.com/CITYCAST Prolonlife.com/city - Use this link for 15% off Get tickets to our live episode recording at the Rita Deanin Abbey Art Museum on 5/22 HERE Want to get in touch? Follow us @CityCastVegas on Instagram, or email us at lasvegas@citycast.fm. You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719. For more Las Vegas news, make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter, Hey Las Vegas. Looking to advertise on City Cast Las Vegas? Check out our options for podcast and newsletter ads at citycast.fm/advertise. Northern Nevada U.S. Rep. Mark Amodei sparked backlash last week with a last-minute public lands amendment to a budget package — and that's because for three decades now, a special law called SNPLMA has sent a portion of federal land sales right back to Nevada's coffers. But Amodei's amendment would instead direct those funds straight to the U.S. Treasury, with nothing for Nevada. Co-host Dayvid Figler talks with Kristee Watson, executive director of the Nevada Conservation League, about the controversy and what it could mean for the future of Southern Nevada’s landscape.

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]]> 1530 Robotaxis Recalled, Nevada's Economic Forecast, and the Sphere vs. Beyoncé https://lasvegas.citycast.fm After the Sphere issued Beyoncé a cease and desist order (!) for using an image of the Sphere in her concert visuals, she's now replaced it with Allegiant Stadium. Co-hosts Dayvid Figler and Sarah Lohman are joined by Andrew Kiraly, creator of TheList.Vegas, to discuss whether or not the Sphere messed up — or if there's more to it. The trio also tackles the recent recall of Zoox robotaxis after an accident with a passenger vehicle, and what the gloomy outlook of the Legislature's Economic Forum could mean for Las Vegans. Learn more about the sponsors of this May 9th  episode: Aura Frames - Get $35-off plus free shipping on the Carver Mat frame with Promo Code CITYCAST The Neon Museum Get tickets to our live episode recording at the RDA Museum on 5/22 HERE Want to get in touch? Follow us @CityCastVegas on Instagram, or email us at lasvegas@citycast.fm. You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719. For more Las Vegas news, make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter, Hey Las Vegas. Looking to advertise on City Cast Las Vegas? Check out our options for podcast and newsletter ads at citycast.fm/advertise. Fri, 09 May 2025 10:00:00 -0000 full City Cast After the Sphere issued Beyoncé a cease and desist order (!) for using an image of the Sphere in her concert visuals, she's now replaced it with Allegiant Stadium. Co-hosts Dayvid Figler and Sarah Lohman are joined by Andrew Kiraly, creator of TheList.Vegas, to discuss whether or not the Sphere messed up — or if there's more to it. The trio also tackles the recent recall of Zoox robotaxis after an accident with a passenger vehicle, and what the gloomy outlook of the Legislature's Economic Forum could mean for Las Vegans. Learn more about the sponsors of this May 9th  episode: Aura Frames - Get $35-off plus free shipping on the Carver Mat frame with Promo Code CITYCAST The Neon Museum Get tickets to our live episode recording at the RDA Museum on 5/22 HERE Want to get in touch? Follow us @CityCastVegas on Instagram, or email us at lasvegas@citycast.fm. You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719. For more Las Vegas news, make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter, Hey Las Vegas. Looking to advertise on City Cast Las Vegas? Check out our options for podcast and newsletter ads at citycast.fm/advertise. After the Sphere issued Beyoncé a cease and desist order (!) for using an image of the Sphere in her concert visuals, she's now replaced it with Allegiant Stadium. Co-hosts Dayvid Figler and Sarah Lohman are joined by Andrew Kiraly, creator of TheList.Vegas, to discuss whether or not the Sphere messed up — or if there's more to it. The trio also tackles the recent recall of Zoox robotaxis after an accident with a passenger vehicle, and what the gloomy outlook of the Legislature's Economic Forum could mean for Las Vegans.

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]]> 2011 How Chef James Trees is Redefining Food in Las Vegas https://lasvegas.citycast.fm With the opening of his latest establishments, Petite Bohème and Bar Bohème, we think it's safe to say that Chef James Trees has created a restaurant empire in Las Vegas — and transformed the Arts District in lasting ways. Today, co-host Sarah Lohman sits down with Chef James to talk about his upbringing on the Eastside running with the "wrong crowd," how restaurants changed his life, what it was like returning to Las Vegas to start his flagship restaurant, Esther's, and where he thinks the dining scene in Las Vegas is headed. (And heads up: This conversation gets spicy!) As an added bonus: City Cast Las Vegas Neighbors get access to an extended cut of this conversation in their members-only feed. Find out how to join at membership.citycast.fm. Learn more about the sponsors of this May 8th episode: Aura Frames - Get $35-off plus free shipping on the Carver Mat frame with Promo Code CITYCAST Want to get in touch? Follow us @CityCastVegas on Instagram, or email us at lasvegas@citycast.fm. You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719. For more Las Vegas news, make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter, Hey Las Vegas. Looking to advertise on City Cast Las Vegas? Check out our options for podcast and newsletter ads at citycast.fm/advertise. Thu, 08 May 2025 10:00:00 -0000 full City Cast With the opening of his latest establishments, Petite Bohème and Bar Bohème, we think it's safe to say that Chef James Trees has created a restaurant empire in Las Vegas — and transformed the Arts District in lasting ways. Today, co-host Sarah Lohman sits down with Chef James to talk about his upbringing on the Eastside running with the "wrong crowd," how restaurants changed his life, what it was like returning to Las Vegas to start his flagship restaurant, Esther's, and where he thinks the dining scene in Las Vegas is headed. (And heads up: This conversation gets spicy!) As an added bonus: City Cast Las Vegas Neighbors get access to an extended cut of this conversation in their members-only feed. Find out how to join at membership.citycast.fm. Learn more about the sponsors of this May 8th episode: Aura Frames - Get $35-off plus free shipping on the Carver Mat frame with Promo Code CITYCAST Want to get in touch? Follow us @CityCastVegas on Instagram, or email us at lasvegas@citycast.fm. You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719. For more Las Vegas news, make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter, Hey Las Vegas. Looking to advertise on City Cast Las Vegas? Check out our options for podcast and newsletter ads at citycast.fm/advertise. With the opening of his latest establishments, Petite Bohème and Bar Bohème, we think it's safe to say that Chef James Trees has created a restaurant empire in Las Vegas — and transformed the Arts District in lasting ways. Today, co-host Sarah Lohman sits down with Chef James to talk about his upbringing on the Eastside running with the "wrong crowd," how restaurants changed his life, what it was like returning to Las Vegas to start his flagship restaurant, Esther's, and where he thinks the dining scene in Las Vegas is headed. (And heads up: This conversation gets spicy!)

As an added bonus: City Cast Las Vegas Neighbors get access to an extended cut of this conversation in their members-only feed. Find out how to join at membership.citycast.fm.

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]]> 1599 Has AI Killed the Vegas Concierge? https://lasvegas.citycast.fm When MGM recently announced that it was replacing the entire concierge staff at six of its Vegas properties with "digital guest services," the hospitality world took note — is this a death knell for the concierge profession? And what does it say about where Las Vegas hospitality is headed? Co-host Dayvid Figler interviews Tyra Bell, a veteran Las Vegas concierge who at one point ran the largest concierge program in the world. Tyra talks about the wildest and most meaningful requests she's fielded, and where she sees AI fitting into the Vegas hospitality industry. Get more from City Cast Las Vegas when you become a City Cast Las Vegas Neighbor. You’ll enjoy perks like ad-free listening, invitations to members-only events and more. Join now at membership.citycast.fm  Learn more about the sponsors of this May 7th episode: Aura Frames - Get $35-off plus free shipping on the Carver Mat frame with Promo Code CITYCAST Want to get in touch? Follow us @CityCastVegas on Instagram, or email us at lasvegas@citycast.fm. You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719. For more Las Vegas news, make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter, Hey Las Vegas. Looking to advertise on City Cast Las Vegas? Check out our options for podcast and newsletter ads at citycast.fm/advertise. Wed, 07 May 2025 10:00:00 -0000 full City Cast When MGM recently announced that it was replacing the entire concierge staff at six of its Vegas properties with "digital guest services," the hospitality world took note — is this a death knell for the concierge profession? And what does it say about where Las Vegas hospitality is headed? Co-host Dayvid Figler interviews Tyra Bell, a veteran Las Vegas concierge who at one point ran the largest concierge program in the world. Tyra talks about the wildest and most meaningful requests she's fielded, and where she sees AI fitting into the Vegas hospitality industry. Get more from City Cast Las Vegas when you become a City Cast Las Vegas Neighbor. You’ll enjoy perks like ad-free listening, invitations to members-only events and more. Join now at membership.citycast.fm  Learn more about the sponsors of this May 7th episode: Aura Frames - Get $35-off plus free shipping on the Carver Mat frame with Promo Code CITYCAST Want to get in touch? Follow us @CityCastVegas on Instagram, or email us at lasvegas@citycast.fm. You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719. For more Las Vegas news, make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter, Hey Las Vegas. Looking to advertise on City Cast Las Vegas? Check out our options for podcast and newsletter ads at citycast.fm/advertise. When MGM recently announced that it was replacing the entire concierge staff at six of its Vegas properties with "digital guest services," the hospitality world took note — is this a death knell for the concierge profession? And what does it say about where Las Vegas hospitality is headed? Co-host Dayvid Figler interviews Tyra Bell, a veteran Las Vegas concierge who at one point ran the largest concierge program in the world. Tyra talks about the wildest and most meaningful requests she's fielded, and where she sees AI fitting into the Vegas hospitality industry.

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]]> 1621 How to Make Friends in Vegas https://lasvegas.citycast.fm It's easy to feel lonely in Las Vegas. With thousands of tourists in the city at any given moment, how do you find like-minded locals, and what do you say?! Today, we revisit a conversation with the founder of Black Girl Mixer and “friend concierge” Kailah Orr. She tells co-host Sarah Lohman the secret to making friends in Las Vegas and the surprising health benefits of building community. Speaking of great ways to meet like-minded locals, get more from City Cast Las Vegas when you become a City Cast Las Vegas Neighbor. You’ll enjoy perks like ad-free listening, invitations to members-only events and more. Join now at membership.citycast.fm  Learn more about the sponsors of this May 6th  episode: Aura Frames - Get $35-off plus free shipping on the Carver Mat frame with Promo Code CITYCAST Cozy Earth - Use code COZYLASVEGAS for 40% off best-selling sheets, towels, pajamas, and more. Want to get in touch? Follow us @CityCastVegas on Instagram, or email us at lasvegas@citycast.fm. You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719. For more Las Vegas news, make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter, Hey Las Vegas.Looking to advertise on City Cast Las Vegas? Check out our options for podcast and newsletter ads at citycast.fm/advertise. Tue, 06 May 2025 10:00:00 -0000 full City Cast It's easy to feel lonely in Las Vegas. With thousands of tourists in the city at any given moment, how do you find like-minded locals, and what do you say?! Today, we revisit a conversation with the founder of Black Girl Mixer and “friend concierge” Kailah Orr. She tells co-host Sarah Lohman the secret to making friends in Las Vegas and the surprising health benefits of building community. Speaking of great ways to meet like-minded locals, get more from City Cast Las Vegas when you become a City Cast Las Vegas Neighbor. You’ll enjoy perks like ad-free listening, invitations to members-only events and more. Join now at membership.citycast.fm  Learn more about the sponsors of this May 6th  episode: Aura Frames - Get $35-off plus free shipping on the Carver Mat frame with Promo Code CITYCAST Cozy Earth - Use code COZYLASVEGAS for 40% off best-selling sheets, towels, pajamas, and more. Want to get in touch? Follow us @CityCastVegas on Instagram, or email us at lasvegas@citycast.fm. You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719. For more Las Vegas news, make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter, Hey Las Vegas.Looking to advertise on City Cast Las Vegas? Check out our options for podcast and newsletter ads at citycast.fm/advertise. It's easy to feel lonely in Las Vegas. With thousands of tourists in the city at any given moment, how do you find like-minded locals, and what do you say?! Today, we revisit a conversation with the founder of Black Girl Mixer and “friend concierge” Kailah Orr. She tells co-host Sarah Lohman the secret to making friends in Las Vegas and the surprising health benefits of building community.

Speaking of great ways to meet like-minded locals, get more from City Cast Las Vegas when you become a City Cast Las Vegas Neighbor. You’ll enjoy perks like ad-free listening, invitations to members-only events and more. Join now at membership.citycast.fm 

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]]> 1411 The Truth Behind Las Vegas’ Most Notorious Urban Legends https://lasvegas.citycast.fm Hey, did you hear that story about the guy who wakes up in a hotel bathtub full of ice … missing his KIDNEYS? Our city is the backdrop for so many urban legends, so today, co-host Sarah Lohman sits down with Celestia Ward and Ben Radford — they're folklorists, professional skeptics, and co-hosts of the podcast Squaring the Strange, and they share their favorite Vegas urban legends, explain how to debunk them, and explore the grains of truth in each of these stories. Get more from City Cast Las Vegas when you become a City Cast Las Vegas Neighbor. You’ll enjoy perks like ad-free listening, invitations to members only events and more. Join now at membership.citycast.fm Learn more about the sponsors of this May 5th episode: Aura Frames - Get $35-off plus free shipping on the Carver Mat frame with Promo Code CITYCAST Slater's 50/50 Want to get in touch? Follow us @CityCastVegas on Instagram, or email us at lasvegas@citycast.fm. You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719. For more Las Vegas news, make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter, Hey Las Vegas. Looking to advertise on City Cast Las Vegas? Check out our options for podcast and newsletter ads at citycast.fm/advertise. Mon, 05 May 2025 10:00:00 -0000 full City Cast Hey, did you hear that story about the guy who wakes up in a hotel bathtub full of ice … missing his KIDNEYS? Our city is the backdrop for so many urban legends, so today, co-host Sarah Lohman sits down with Celestia Ward and Ben Radford — they're folklorists, professional skeptics, and co-hosts of the podcast Squaring the Strange, and they share their favorite Vegas urban legends, explain how to debunk them, and explore the grains of truth in each of these stories. Get more from City Cast Las Vegas when you become a City Cast Las Vegas Neighbor. You’ll enjoy perks like ad-free listening, invitations to members only events and more. Join now at membership.citycast.fm Learn more about the sponsors of this May 5th episode: Aura Frames - Get $35-off plus free shipping on the Carver Mat frame with Promo Code CITYCAST Slater's 50/50 Want to get in touch? Follow us @CityCastVegas on Instagram, or email us at lasvegas@citycast.fm. You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719. For more Las Vegas news, make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter, Hey Las Vegas. Looking to advertise on City Cast Las Vegas? Check out our options for podcast and newsletter ads at citycast.fm/advertise. Hey, did you hear that story about the guy who wakes up in a hotel bathtub full of ice … missing his KIDNEYS? Our city is the backdrop for so many urban legends, so today, co-host Sarah Lohman sits down with Celestia Ward and Ben Radford — they're folklorists, professional skeptics, and co-hosts of the podcast Squaring the Strange, and they share their favorite Vegas urban legends, explain how to debunk them, and explore the grains of truth in each of these stories.

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]]> 1600 Vegas Tourism Takes a Hit, Dueling Education Bills, and Sperm Racing Heads to Vegas https://lasvegas.citycast.fm/ The Las Vegas Convention and Visitors Authority released some sobering stats this week: At a time when tourism tends to uptick, we're seeing visitorship to Vegas on the decline. What does this forebode? Co-host Sarah Lohman talks with education advocate Patricia Haddad Bennett and Hey Las Vegas newsletter editor Rob Kachelriess about whether Las Vegas has nickel and dimed its customers past the brink. They also discuss two omnibus education bills moving through the legislative session and where these two visions for our schools diverge, and last but not least … sperm racing could be coming to Vegas soon. Yes, that's a thing, and we Googled it so you don't have to. Get more from City Cast Las Vegas when you become a City Cast Las Vegas Neighbor. You’ll enjoy perks like ad-free listening, invitations to members only events and more. Join now at membership.citycast.fm  Learn more about the sponsors of this May 2nd episode: Aura Frames - Get $35-off plus free shipping on the Carver Mat frame with Promo Code CITYCAST Cozy Earth - Use code COZYLASVEGAS for 40% off best-selling sheets, towels, pajamas, and more. Slater's 50/50 Want to get in touch? Follow us @CityCastVegas on Instagram, or email us at lasvegas@citycast.fm. You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719. For more Las Vegas news, make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter, Hey Las Vegas. Looking to advertise on City Cast Las Vegas? Check out our options for podcast and newsletter ads at citycast.fm/advertise. Fri, 02 May 2025 10:00:00 -0000 full City Cast The Las Vegas Convention and Visitors Authority released some sobering stats this week: At a time when tourism tends to uptick, we're seeing visitorship to Vegas on the decline. What does this forebode? Co-host Sarah Lohman talks with education advocate Patricia Haddad Bennett and Hey Las Vegas newsletter editor Rob Kachelriess about whether Las Vegas has nickel and dimed its customers past the brink. They also discuss two omnibus education bills moving through the legislative session and where these two visions for our schools diverge, and last but not least … sperm racing could be coming to Vegas soon. Yes, that's a thing, and we Googled it so you don't have to. Get more from City Cast Las Vegas when you become a City Cast Las Vegas Neighbor. You’ll enjoy perks like ad-free listening, invitations to members only events and more. Join now at membership.citycast.fm  Learn more about the sponsors of this May 2nd episode: Aura Frames - Get $35-off plus free shipping on the Carver Mat frame with Promo Code CITYCAST Cozy Earth - Use code COZYLASVEGAS for 40% off best-selling sheets, towels, pajamas, and more. Slater's 50/50 Want to get in touch? Follow us @CityCastVegas on Instagram, or email us at lasvegas@citycast.fm. You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719. For more Las Vegas news, make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter, Hey Las Vegas. Looking to advertise on City Cast Las Vegas? Check out our options for podcast and newsletter ads at citycast.fm/advertise. The Las Vegas Convention and Visitors Authority released some sobering stats this week: At a time when tourism tends to uptick, we're seeing visitorship to Vegas on the decline. What does this forebode? Co-host Sarah Lohman talks with education advocate Patricia Haddad Bennett and Hey Las Vegas newsletter editor Rob Kachelriess about whether Las Vegas has nickel and dimed its customers past the brink. They also discuss two omnibus education bills moving through the legislative session and where these two visions for our schools diverge, and last but not least … sperm racing could be coming to Vegas soon. Yes, that's a thing, and we Googled it so you don't have to.

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]]> 2294 Your Guide to May 2025 in Las Vegas Even if it isn't officially summer, it's definitely heating up — so our co-hosts, Dayvid Figler and Sarah Lohman, are joined by Nothing To Do LV Eats founder Giselle D'souza to talk about the best way to spend May in Vegas before the real triple digit weather hits. 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 Las Vegas community. For even more tips on how to make the most of April in Las Vegas, check out Hey Las Vegas’s take on what to do this month. Learn more about the sponsors of this May 1st episode: Aura Frames - Get $35-off plus free shipping on the Carver Mat frame with Promo Code CITYCAST Southern Nevada Water Authority Want to get in touch? Follow us @CityCastVegas on Instagram, or email us at lasvegas@citycast.fm. You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719. For more Las Vegas news, make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter, Hey Las Vegas. Looking to advertise on City Cast Las Vegas? Check out our options for podcast and newsletter ads at citycast.fm/advertise. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Thu, 01 May 2025 10:00:00 -0000 full City Cast Even if it isn't officially summer, it's definitely heating up — so our co-hosts, Dayvid Figler and Sarah Lohman, are joined by Nothing To Do LV Eats founder Giselle D'souza to talk about the best way to spend May in Vegas before the real triple digit weather hits. 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 Las Vegas community. For even more tips on how to make the most of April in Las Vegas, check out Hey Las Vegas’s take on what to do this month. Learn more about the sponsors of this May 1st episode: Aura Frames - Get $35-off plus free shipping on the Carver Mat frame with Promo Code CITYCAST Southern Nevada Water Authority Want to get in touch? Follow us @CityCastVegas on Instagram, or email us at lasvegas@citycast.fm. You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719. For more Las Vegas news, make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter, Hey Las Vegas. Looking to advertise on City Cast Las Vegas? Check out our options for podcast and newsletter ads at citycast.fm/advertise. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Even if it isn't officially summer, it's definitely heating up — so our co-hosts, Dayvid Figler and Sarah Lohman, are joined by Nothing To Do LV Eats founder Giselle D'souza to talk about the best way to spend May in Vegas before the real triple digit weather hits.

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 Las Vegas community.

For even more tips on how to make the most of April in Las Vegas, check out Hey Las Vegas’s take on what to do this month.

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]]> 1511 How Elaine Wynn Changed Las Vegas https://lasvegas.citycast.fm Earlier this month, Elaine Wynn, a trailblazing casino executive and philanthropist, died at 82. To understand how Wynn shaped the Las Vegas we know today, co-host Sarah Lohman sits down with gaming industry veteran Alan Feldman. Together, they explore Wynn’s pivotal role in redefining the city’s image — from a gambling hub to a global destination for art, hospitality, and entertainment. Get more from City Cast Las Vegas when you become a City Cast Las Vegas Neighbor. You’ll enjoy perks like ad-free listening, invitations to members only events and more. Join now at membership.citycast.fm Learn more about the sponsors of this April 30th episode: Aura Frames - Get $35-off plus free shipping on the Carver Mat frame with Promo Code CITYCAST Southern Nevada Water Authority Want to get in touch? Follow us @CityCastVegas on Instagram, or email us at lasvegas@citycast.fm. You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719. For more Las Vegas news, make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter, Hey Las Vegas. Looking to advertise on City Cast Las Vegas? Check out our options for podcast and newsletter ads at citycast.fm/advertise. Wed, 30 Apr 2025 10:00:00 -0000 full City Cast Earlier this month, Elaine Wynn, a trailblazing casino executive and philanthropist, died at 82. To understand how Wynn shaped the Las Vegas we know today, co-host Sarah Lohman sits down with gaming industry veteran Alan Feldman. Together, they explore Wynn’s pivotal role in redefining the city’s image — from a gambling hub to a global destination for art, hospitality, and entertainment. Get more from City Cast Las Vegas when you become a City Cast Las Vegas Neighbor. You’ll enjoy perks like ad-free listening, invitations to members only events and more. Join now at membership.citycast.fm Learn more about the sponsors of this April 30th episode: Aura Frames - Get $35-off plus free shipping on the Carver Mat frame with Promo Code CITYCAST Southern Nevada Water Authority Want to get in touch? Follow us @CityCastVegas on Instagram, or email us at lasvegas@citycast.fm. You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719. For more Las Vegas news, make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter, Hey Las Vegas. Looking to advertise on City Cast Las Vegas? Check out our options for podcast and newsletter ads at citycast.fm/advertise. Earlier this month, Elaine Wynn, a trailblazing casino executive and philanthropist, died at 82. To understand how Wynn shaped the Las Vegas we know today, co-host Sarah Lohman sits down with gaming industry veteran Alan Feldman. Together, they explore Wynn’s pivotal role in redefining the city’s image — from a gambling hub to a global destination for art, hospitality, and entertainment.

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]]> 1432 How To Drink Your Way Through the Henderson Booze District https://lasvegas.citycast.fm There's a stretch of industrial park in Henderson that looks like any other … until you start to notice the signage. There's a winery, a brewery, and distillery, and a meadery here, and the City Cast Las Vegas team took a booze crawl through all of 'em. Co-hosts Dayvid Figler and Sarah Lohman recap our day and share their insider tips for the best deals, drinks, and events at the Henderson Booze District. Vegas Valley Winery CraftHaus Las Vegas Distillery Deadwood Meadery Get more from City Cast Las Vegas when you become a City Cast Las Vegas Neighbor. You’ll enjoy perks like ad-free listening, invitations to members only events and more. Join now at membership.citycast.fm  Learn more about the sponsors of this April 29th episode: Aura Frames - Get $35-off plus free shipping on the Carver Mat frame with Promo Code CITYCAST Southern Nevada Water Authority Cozy Earth - Use code COZYLASVEGAS for 40% off best-selling sheets, towels, pajamas, and more. Want to get in touch? Follow us @CityCastVegas on Instagram, or email us at lasvegas@citycast.fm. You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719. For more Las Vegas news, make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter, Hey Las Vegas. Looking to advertise on City Cast Las Vegas? Check out our options for podcast and newsletter ads at citycast.fm/advertise. Tue, 29 Apr 2025 10:00:00 -0000 full City Cast There's a stretch of industrial park in Henderson that looks like any other … until you start to notice the signage. There's a winery, a brewery, and distillery, and a meadery here, and the City Cast Las Vegas team took a booze crawl through all of 'em. Co-hosts Dayvid Figler and Sarah Lohman recap our day and share their insider tips for the best deals, drinks, and events at the Henderson Booze District. Vegas Valley Winery CraftHaus Las Vegas Distillery Deadwood Meadery Get more from City Cast Las Vegas when you become a City Cast Las Vegas Neighbor. You’ll enjoy perks like ad-free listening, invitations to members only events and more. Join now at membership.citycast.fm  Learn more about the sponsors of this April 29th episode: Aura Frames - Get $35-off plus free shipping on the Carver Mat frame with Promo Code CITYCAST Southern Nevada Water Authority Cozy Earth - Use code COZYLASVEGAS for 40% off best-selling sheets, towels, pajamas, and more. Want to get in touch? Follow us @CityCastVegas on Instagram, or email us at lasvegas@citycast.fm. You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719. For more Las Vegas news, make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter, Hey Las Vegas. Looking to advertise on City Cast Las Vegas? Check out our options for podcast and newsletter ads at citycast.fm/advertise. There's a stretch of industrial park in Henderson that looks like any other … until you start to notice the signage. There's a winery, a brewery, and distillery, and a meadery here, and the City Cast Las Vegas team took a booze crawl through all of 'em. Co-hosts Dayvid Figler and Sarah Lohman recap our day and share their insider tips for the best deals, drinks, and events at the Henderson Booze District.

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]]> 1577 Is Legal Cannabis a Failed Experiment? Nevada legalized recreational cannabis in 2017 to cheers and fanfare: We were going to make SO much money. Except it's now 2025 and sales are down, our celebrated consumption lounges are closing, and the vibe is hesitant at best. What's going on? Co-host Dayvid Figler talks with cannabis industry consultant Scot Rutledge and Layke Martin, Executive Director of the Nevada Cannabis Association, to talk about the threat posed by the illegal market, why consumption lounges never quite took off, and where we go from here. Get more from City Cast Las Vegas when you become a City Cast Las Vegas Neighbor. You’ll enjoy perks like ad-free listening, invitations to members only events and more. Join now at membership.citycast.fm Learn more about the sponsors of this April 28th episode: Aura Frames - Get $35-off plus free shipping on the Carver Mat frame with Promo Code CITYCAST Southern Nevada Water Authority Want to get in touch? Follow us @CityCastVegas on Instagram, or email us at lasvegas@citycast.fm. You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719. For more Las Vegas news, make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter, Hey Las Vegas. Looking to advertise on City Cast Las Vegas? Check out our options for podcast and newsletter ads at citycast.fm/advertise. Mon, 28 Apr 2025 10:00:00 -0000 full City Cast Nevada legalized recreational cannabis in 2017 to cheers and fanfare: We were going to make SO much money. Except it's now 2025 and sales are down, our celebrated consumption lounges are closing, and the vibe is hesitant at best. What's going on? Co-host Dayvid Figler talks with cannabis industry consultant Scot Rutledge and Layke Martin, Executive Director of the Nevada Cannabis Association, to talk about the threat posed by the illegal market, why consumption lounges never quite took off, and where we go from here. Get more from City Cast Las Vegas when you become a City Cast Las Vegas Neighbor. You’ll enjoy perks like ad-free listening, invitations to members only events and more. Join now at membership.citycast.fm Learn more about the sponsors of this April 28th episode: Aura Frames - Get $35-off plus free shipping on the Carver Mat frame with Promo Code CITYCAST Southern Nevada Water Authority Want to get in touch? Follow us @CityCastVegas on Instagram, or email us at lasvegas@citycast.fm. You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719. For more Las Vegas news, make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter, Hey Las Vegas. Looking to advertise on City Cast Las Vegas? Check out our options for podcast and newsletter ads at citycast.fm/advertise. Nevada legalized recreational cannabis in 2017 to cheers and fanfare: We were going to make SO much money. Except it's now 2025 and sales are down, our celebrated consumption lounges are closing, and the vibe is hesitant at best. What's going on? Co-host Dayvid Figler talks with cannabis industry consultant Scot Rutledge and Layke Martin, Executive Director of the Nevada Cannabis Association, to talk about the threat posed by the illegal market, why consumption lounges never quite took off, and where we go from here.

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]]> 1678 Tony Hsieh's Mysterious Will, Victoria Seaman's New Campaign, and Why Concerts Are So Expensive https://lasvegas.citycast.fm Just when we thought the Tony Hsieh saga was winding down, a new twist has emerged this week: A mysterious will, believed to be Tony's, was discovered in the effects of a now-deceased executor who apparently forgot about it while suffering from Alzheimer's. But the story about the billionaire's estate gets even weirder, as co-hosts Dayvid Figler and Sarah Lohman discuss with Nevada Current editor April Corbin Girnus. The team also examines the political strategy behind Victoria Seaman's new bid for a County Commission seat, and lastly, explores why concert tickets are so dang expensive in Las Vegas. Learn more about the sponsors of this April 25th episode: Aura Frames - Get $35-off plus free shipping on the Carver Mat frame with Promo Code CITYCAST Babbel - Get up to 60% off at Babbel.com/CITYCAST Cozy Earth - Use code COZYLASVEGAS for 40% off best-selling sheets, towels, pajamas, and more. Want to get in touch? Follow us @CityCastVegas on Instagram, or email us at lasvegas@citycast.fm. You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719. For more Las Vegas news, make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter, Hey Las Vegas. Looking to advertise on City Cast Las Vegas? Check out our options for podcast and newsletter ads at citycast.fm/advertise. Fri, 25 Apr 2025 10:00:00 -0000 full City Cast Just when we thought the Tony Hsieh saga was winding down, a new twist has emerged this week: A mysterious will, believed to be Tony's, was discovered in the effects of a now-deceased executor who apparently forgot about it while suffering from Alzheimer's. But the story about the billionaire's estate gets even weirder, as co-hosts Dayvid Figler and Sarah Lohman discuss with Nevada Current editor April Corbin Girnus. The team also examines the political strategy behind Victoria Seaman's new bid for a County Commission seat, and lastly, explores why concert tickets are so dang expensive in Las Vegas. Learn more about the sponsors of this April 25th episode: Aura Frames - Get $35-off plus free shipping on the Carver Mat frame with Promo Code CITYCAST Babbel - Get up to 60% off at Babbel.com/CITYCAST Cozy Earth - Use code COZYLASVEGAS for 40% off best-selling sheets, towels, pajamas, and more. Want to get in touch? Follow us @CityCastVegas on Instagram, or email us at lasvegas@citycast.fm. You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719. For more Las Vegas news, make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter, Hey Las Vegas. Looking to advertise on City Cast Las Vegas? Check out our options for podcast and newsletter ads at citycast.fm/advertise. Just when we thought the Tony Hsieh saga was winding down, a new twist has emerged this week: A mysterious will, believed to be Tony's, was discovered in the effects of a now-deceased executor who apparently forgot about it while suffering from Alzheimer's. But the story about the billionaire's estate gets even weirder, as co-hosts Dayvid Figler and Sarah Lohman discuss with Nevada Current editor April Corbin Girnus. The team also examines the political strategy behind Victoria Seaman's new bid for a County Commission seat, and lastly, explores why concert tickets are so dang expensive in Las Vegas.

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]]> 1869 Why Everyone's Obsessed With Our New H Mart After multiple delays, the day is finally here: H Mart is opening its first Las Vegas store today! So why is the internet obsessed with this Korean grocery store, and more importantly, what should you go and buy there right now? Co-host Sarah Lohman gets all the details from executive producer Sonja Cho Swanson. Become a City Cast Neighbor! Visit membership.citycast.fm If you enjoyed the interview with Eric Gladstone, a team leader at Vegas Unstripped, learn more here. Learn more about the other sponsors of this April 24th episode: Aura Frames - Get $35-off plus free shipping on the Carver Mat frame with Promo Code CITYCAST Babbel - Get up to 60% off at Babbel.com/CITYCAST Want to get in touch? Follow us @CityCastVegas on Instagram, or email us at lasvegas@citycast.fm. You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719. For more Las Vegas news, make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter, Hey Las Vegas. Looking to advertise on City Cast Las Vegas? Check out our options for podcast and newsletter ads at citycast.fm/advertise. Thu, 24 Apr 2025 10:00:00 -0000 full City Cast After multiple delays, the day is finally here: H Mart is opening its first Las Vegas store today! So why is the internet obsessed with this Korean grocery store, and more importantly, what should you go and buy there right now? Co-host Sarah Lohman gets all the details from executive producer Sonja Cho Swanson. Become a City Cast Neighbor! Visit membership.citycast.fm If you enjoyed the interview with Eric Gladstone, a team leader at Vegas Unstripped, learn more here. Learn more about the other sponsors of this April 24th episode: Aura Frames - Get $35-off plus free shipping on the Carver Mat frame with Promo Code CITYCAST Babbel - Get up to 60% off at Babbel.com/CITYCAST Want to get in touch? Follow us @CityCastVegas on Instagram, or email us at lasvegas@citycast.fm. You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719. For more Las Vegas news, make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter, Hey Las Vegas. Looking to advertise on City Cast Las Vegas? Check out our options for podcast and newsletter ads at citycast.fm/advertise. After multiple delays, the day is finally here: H Mart is opening its first Las Vegas store today! So why is the internet obsessed with this Korean grocery store, and more importantly, what should you go and buy there right now? Co-host Sarah Lohman gets all the details from executive producer Sonja Cho Swanson.

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If you enjoyed the interview with Eric Gladstone, a team leader at Vegas Unstripped, learn more here.

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]]> 1877 Hidden Gems at the Las Vegas Airport Going to the airport fills some travelers with dread, stress, or even fear. But it doesn't have to be that way. After Harry Reid Airport's recent renovations, Las Vegas' travel hub is a source of fun and relaxation — if you know where to look. Co-host Dayvid Figler and Newsletter Editor Rob Kachelreiss give you the inside scoop on what to do at the airport, including which area is pizza heaven and where to find the hidden gym / sleep room. Places mentioned: Liquor Library Airport Slots Metro Pizza Moe’s Southwest Grill Sprinkles Cupcakes Espresso Urbano Las Vegas Chophouse and Brewery Sammy’s Woodfired Pizza Wolfgang Puck Express Lego vending machine The Raider Image The B Lounge (Budweiser) Want to get in touch? Follow us @CityCastVegas on Instagram, or email us at lasvegas@citycast.fm. You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719. For more Las Vegas news, make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter, Hey Las Vegas. Learn more about the other sponsors of this April 23rd episode: Aura Frames - Get $35-off plus free shipping on the Carver Mat frame with Promo Code CITYCAST Babbel - Get up to 60% off at Babbel.com/CITYCAST Looking to advertise on City Cast Las Vegas? Check out our options for podcast and newsletter ads at citycast.fm/advertise. Wed, 23 Apr 2025 10:00:00 -0000 full City Cast Going to the airport fills some travelers with dread, stress, or even fear. But it doesn't have to be that way. After Harry Reid Airport's recent renovations, Las Vegas' travel hub is a source of fun and relaxation — if you know where to look. Co-host Dayvid Figler and Newsletter Editor Rob Kachelreiss give you the inside scoop on what to do at the airport, including which area is pizza heaven and where to find the hidden gym / sleep room. Places mentioned: Liquor Library Airport Slots Metro Pizza Moe’s Southwest Grill Sprinkles Cupcakes Espresso Urbano Las Vegas Chophouse and Brewery Sammy’s Woodfired Pizza Wolfgang Puck Express Lego vending machine The Raider Image The B Lounge (Budweiser) Want to get in touch? Follow us @CityCastVegas on Instagram, or email us at lasvegas@citycast.fm. You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719. For more Las Vegas news, make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter, Hey Las Vegas. Learn more about the other sponsors of this April 23rd episode: Aura Frames - Get $35-off plus free shipping on the Carver Mat frame with Promo Code CITYCAST Babbel - Get up to 60% off at Babbel.com/CITYCAST Looking to advertise on City Cast Las Vegas? Check out our options for podcast and newsletter ads at citycast.fm/advertise. Going to the airport fills some travelers with dread, stress, or even fear. But it doesn't have to be that way. After Harry Reid Airport's recent renovations, Las Vegas' travel hub is a source of fun and relaxation — if you know where to look. Co-host Dayvid Figler and Newsletter Editor Rob Kachelreiss give you the inside scoop on what to do at the airport, including which area is pizza heaven and where to find the hidden gym / sleep room.

Places mentioned:

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]]> 1123 Your Perfect Gameday Itinerary Around T-Mobile Arena Hockey is heating up, and our beloved Vegas Golden Knights are once again in the playoffs! Whether you're lucky enough to get seats at a game, or you're headed to the tailgate party outside T-Mobile Arena, co-host Dayvid Figler talks with VGK announcer Dave Goucher to get his insider's perspective on the best way to spend a day before, during, and after a Golden Knights game. Get more from City Cast Las Vegas when you become a City Cast City Las Vegas Neighbor. You’ll enjoy perks like ad-free listening, invitations to members only events and more. Join now at membership.citycast.fm Learn more about the sponsors of this April 22nd episode: Aura Frames - Get $35-off plus free shipping on the Carver Mat frame with Promo Code CITYCAST Babbel - Get up to 60% off at Babbel.com/CITYCAST Cozy Earth - Use code COZYLASVEGAS for 40% off best-selling sheets, towels, pajamas, and more. Want to get in touch? Follow us @CityCastVegas on Instagram, or email us at lasvegas@citycast.fm. You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719. For more Las Vegas news, make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter, Hey Las Vegas. Looking to advertise on City Cast Las Vegas? Check out our options for podcast and newsletter ads at citycast.fm/advertise. Tue, 22 Apr 2025 10:00:00 -0000 full City Cast Hockey is heating up, and our beloved Vegas Golden Knights are once again in the playoffs! Whether you're lucky enough to get seats at a game, or you're headed to the tailgate party outside T-Mobile Arena, co-host Dayvid Figler talks with VGK announcer Dave Goucher to get his insider's perspective on the best way to spend a day before, during, and after a Golden Knights game. Get more from City Cast Las Vegas when you become a City Cast City Las Vegas Neighbor. You’ll enjoy perks like ad-free listening, invitations to members only events and more. Join now at membership.citycast.fm Learn more about the sponsors of this April 22nd episode: Aura Frames - Get $35-off plus free shipping on the Carver Mat frame with Promo Code CITYCAST Babbel - Get up to 60% off at Babbel.com/CITYCAST Cozy Earth - Use code COZYLASVEGAS for 40% off best-selling sheets, towels, pajamas, and more. Want to get in touch? Follow us @CityCastVegas on Instagram, or email us at lasvegas@citycast.fm. You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719. For more Las Vegas news, make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter, Hey Las Vegas. Looking to advertise on City Cast Las Vegas? Check out our options for podcast and newsletter ads at citycast.fm/advertise. Hockey is heating up, and our beloved Vegas Golden Knights are once again in the playoffs! Whether you're lucky enough to get seats at a game, or you're headed to the tailgate party outside T-Mobile Arena, co-host Dayvid Figler talks with VGK announcer Dave Goucher to get his insider's perspective on the best way to spend a day before, during, and after a Golden Knights game.


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]]> 1460 The Untold Stories of Las Vegas Casino Carpets https://lasvegas.citycast.fm/ How important are the carpets when it comes to the overall look and feel of Las Vegas casinos? Pretty important, it turns out! Today on the podcast, co-host Sarah Lohman is chatting with casino carpet designer Terrien Hale and interior designer Alice O'Keefe about the most iconic designs they've seen and worked on, why casino carpets are so expensive, and what you should pay attention to next time you're in a casino. Check out Terrien and Alice's 4/25 event at Duck Duck Shed: "Form & Function: Carpeting a Casino" Get more from City Cast Las Vegas when you become a City Cast Las Vegas Neighbor. You’ll enjoy perks like ad-free listening, invitations to members-only events and more. Join now at membership.citycast.fm  Learn more about the sponsors of this April 21st episode: Aura Frames - Get $35-off plus free shipping on the Carver Mat frame with Promo Code CITYCAST Babbel - Get up to 60% off at Babbel.com/CITYCAST Want to get in touch? Follow us @CityCastVegas on Instagram, or email us at lasvegas@citycast.fm. You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719. For more Las Vegas news, make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter, Hey Las Vegas. Looking to advertise on City Cast Las Vegas? Check out our options for podcast and newsletter ads at citycast.fm/advertise. Mon, 21 Apr 2025 10:00:00 -0000 full City Cast How important are the carpets when it comes to the overall look and feel of Las Vegas casinos? Pretty important, it turns out! Today on the podcast, co-host Sarah Lohman is chatting with casino carpet designer Terrien Hale and interior designer Alice O'Keefe about the most iconic designs they've seen and worked on, why casino carpets are so expensive, and what you should pay attention to next time you're in a casino. Check out Terrien and Alice's 4/25 event at Duck Duck Shed: "Form & Function: Carpeting a Casino" Get more from City Cast Las Vegas when you become a City Cast Las Vegas Neighbor. You’ll enjoy perks like ad-free listening, invitations to members-only events and more. Join now at membership.citycast.fm  Learn more about the sponsors of this April 21st episode: Aura Frames - Get $35-off plus free shipping on the Carver Mat frame with Promo Code CITYCAST Babbel - Get up to 60% off at Babbel.com/CITYCAST Want to get in touch? Follow us @CityCastVegas on Instagram, or email us at lasvegas@citycast.fm. You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719. For more Las Vegas news, make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter, Hey Las Vegas. Looking to advertise on City Cast Las Vegas? Check out our options for podcast and newsletter ads at citycast.fm/advertise. How important are the carpets when it comes to the overall look and feel of Las Vegas casinos? Pretty important, it turns out! Today on the podcast, co-host Sarah Lohman is chatting with casino carpet designer Terrien Hale and interior designer Alice O'Keefe about the most iconic designs they've seen and worked on, why casino carpets are so expensive, and what you should pay attention to next time you're in a casino.

Check out Terrien and Alice's 4/25 event at Duck Duck Shed: "Form & Function: Carpeting a Casino"

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]]> 1288 Is an ICE Crackdown Coming to Vegas? Plus, Lake Mead Rescue Fallout, and MrBeast Sparks Controversy https://lasvegas.citycast.fm/ Reports of an expanded local ICE presence have Southern Nevadans worried, especially after four UNLV students had their visas revoked last week. What do we know for sure, and have there been any confirmed arrests? Co-host Dayvid Figler and producer Layla Muhammad are joined by journalist Michael MJ Lyle to talk about ICE's latest tactics and the community's response. They also talk about the revival of Reba's Law in the Legislature, fallout from last week's school trip rescue near Lake Mead, and the controversy over YouTuber MrBeast's recent event at Resorts World. To find loved ones who may have been detained, search the ICE detainee locator. (Nevada Immigrant Coalition) Learn more about the sponsors of this April 18th episode: Prolonlife.com/city - Use this link for 15% off Want to get in touch? Follow us @CityCastVegas on Instagram, or email us at lasvegas@citycast.fm. You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719. For more Las Vegas news, make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter, Hey Las Vegas. Looking to advertise on City Cast Las Vegas? Check out our options for podcast and newsletter ads at citycast.fm/advertise. Fri, 18 Apr 2025 10:00:00 -0000 full City Cast Reports of an expanded local ICE presence have Southern Nevadans worried, especially after four UNLV students had their visas revoked last week. What do we know for sure, and have there been any confirmed arrests? Co-host Dayvid Figler and producer Layla Muhammad are joined by journalist Michael MJ Lyle to talk about ICE's latest tactics and the community's response. They also talk about the revival of Reba's Law in the Legislature, fallout from last week's school trip rescue near Lake Mead, and the controversy over YouTuber MrBeast's recent event at Resorts World. To find loved ones who may have been detained, search the ICE detainee locator. (Nevada Immigrant Coalition) Learn more about the sponsors of this April 18th episode: Prolonlife.com/city - Use this link for 15% off Want to get in touch? Follow us @CityCastVegas on Instagram, or email us at lasvegas@citycast.fm. You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719. For more Las Vegas news, make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter, Hey Las Vegas. Looking to advertise on City Cast Las Vegas? Check out our options for podcast and newsletter ads at citycast.fm/advertise. Reports of an expanded local ICE presence have Southern Nevadans worried, especially after four UNLV students had their visas revoked last week. What do we know for sure, and have there been any confirmed arrests? Co-host Dayvid Figler and producer Layla Muhammad are joined by journalist Michael MJ Lyle to talk about ICE's latest tactics and the community's response. They also talk about the revival of Reba's Law in the Legislature, fallout from last week's school trip rescue near Lake Mead, and the controversy over YouTuber MrBeast's recent event at Resorts World.

To find loved ones who may have been detained, search the ICE detainee locator. (Nevada Immigrant Coalition)

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]]> 2000 The Hottest Soul Food Spots in Vegas Right Now https://lasvegas.citycast.fm/ Las Vegas isn't exactly known for its soul food cuisine, but that doesn't mean you can't find great, award-winning Southern food in the Vegas Valley. Today on the podcast, co-host Sarah Lohman talks with travel and food writer Shaunda Necole about her local soul food recs, the difference between traditional and modern soul food, and what's missing in Las Vegas' soul food scene. Learn more about the sponsor of this April 17th episode: Prolonlife.com/city - Use this link for 15% off Want to get in touch? Follow us @CityCastVegas on Instagram, or email us at lasvegas@citycast.fm. You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719. For more Las Vegas news, make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter, Hey Las Vegas. Looking to advertise on City Cast Las Vegas? Check out our options for podcast and newsletter ads at citycast.fm/advertise. Thu, 17 Apr 2025 10:00:00 -0000 The Hottest Soul Food Spots in Vegas Right Now full City Cast Las Vegas isn't exactly known for its soul food cuisine, but that doesn't mean you can't find great, award-winning Southern food in the Vegas Valley. Today on the podcast, co-host Sarah Lohman talks with travel and food writer Shaunda Necole about her local soul food recs, the difference between traditional and modern soul food, and what's missing in Las Vegas' soul food scene. Learn more about the sponsor of this April 17th episode: Prolonlife.com/city - Use this link for 15% off Want to get in touch? Follow us @CityCastVegas on Instagram, or email us at lasvegas@citycast.fm. You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719. For more Las Vegas news, make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter, Hey Las Vegas. Looking to advertise on City Cast Las Vegas? Check out our options for podcast and newsletter ads at citycast.fm/advertise. Las Vegas isn't exactly known for its soul food cuisine, but that doesn't mean you can't find great, award-winning Southern food in the Vegas Valley. Today on the podcast, co-host Sarah Lohman talks with travel and food writer Shaunda Necole about her local soul food recs, the difference between traditional and modern soul food, and what's missing in Las Vegas' soul food scene.

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]]> 1208 The Hidden Price That Circus Performers Pay https://lasvegas.citycast.fm/ Ahead of World Circus Day this Saturday, we’re taking a look behind the curtain at the physical strain performers endure for their careers. Las Vegas is a major destination for acrobats, but our city lacks the protections and medical care needed to help manage the pain that accompanies their dazzling skills. UNLV professor and aerial performer Laura Martinez studies the culture of the circus industry and how they discuss pain. She joins co-host Dayvid Figler to explain this behind-the-scenes dynamic — and how Las Vegas commodifies performers’ bodies.  If you enjoyed the interview with Eric Gladstone, a team leader at Vegas Unstripped, learn more here. Learn more about the sponsors of this April 16th episode: Prolonlife.com/city - Use this link for 15% off Want to get in touch? Follow us @CityCastVegas on Instagram, or email us at lasvegas@citycast.fm. You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719. For more Las Vegas news, make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter, Hey Las Vegas. Looking to advertise on City Cast Las Vegas? Check out our options for podcast and newsletter ads at citycast.fm/advertise. Wed, 16 Apr 2025 10:00:00 -0000 The Hidden Price That Circus Performers Pay full City Cast Ahead of World Circus Day this Saturday, we’re taking a look behind the curtain at the physical strain performers endure for their careers. Las Vegas is a major destination for acrobats, but our city lacks the protections and medical care needed to help manage the pain that accompanies their dazzling skills. UNLV professor and aerial performer Laura Martinez studies the culture of the circus industry and how they discuss pain. She joins co-host Dayvid Figler to explain this behind-the-scenes dynamic — and how Las Vegas commodifies performers’ bodies.  If you enjoyed the interview with Eric Gladstone, a team leader at Vegas Unstripped, learn more here. Learn more about the sponsors of this April 16th episode: Prolonlife.com/city - Use this link for 15% off Want to get in touch? Follow us @CityCastVegas on Instagram, or email us at lasvegas@citycast.fm. You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719. For more Las Vegas news, make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter, Hey Las Vegas. Looking to advertise on City Cast Las Vegas? Check out our options for podcast and newsletter ads at citycast.fm/advertise. Ahead of World Circus Day this Saturday, we’re taking a look behind the curtain at the physical strain performers endure for their careers. Las Vegas is a major destination for acrobats, but our city lacks the protections and medical care needed to help manage the pain that accompanies their dazzling skills. UNLV professor and aerial performer Laura Martinez studies the culture of the circus industry and how they discuss pain. She joins co-host Dayvid Figler to explain this behind-the-scenes dynamic — and how Las Vegas commodifies performers’ bodies. 

If you enjoyed the interview with Eric Gladstone, a team leader at Vegas Unstripped, learn more here.

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]]> 1717 What's the Big Deal About WrestleMania in Vegas? https://lasvegas.citycast.fm/ After WrestleMania’s failed 1993 attempt in Las Vegas — so bad they made a documentary about it — all eyes are on its return to Vegas this weekend at Allegiant Stadium. So what do locals need to know about WrestleMania 41 taking over the city and why are combat sports so attracted to Las Vegas? Wrestling superfan and poet AJ Moyer sits down with co-host Dayvid Figler to explain the hype around “the Super Bowl of wrestling” and the best events everyone can enjoy during WrestleMania weekend. AJ mentioned this YouTube video on "The Unreality of Pro Wrestling." Learn more about the sponsors of this April 15th episode: Prolonlife.com/city - Use this link for 15% off Cozy Earth - Use code COZYLASVEGAS for 40% off best-selling sheets, towels, pajamas, and more. Want to get in touch? Follow us @CityCastVegas on Instagram, or email us at lasvegas@citycast.fm. You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719. For more Las Vegas news, make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter, Hey Las Vegas. Looking to advertise on City Cast Las Vegas? Check out our options for podcast and newsletter ads at citycast.fm/advertise. Tue, 15 Apr 2025 10:00:00 -0000 What's the Big Deal About WrestleMania in Vegas? full City Cast After WrestleMania’s failed 1993 attempt in Las Vegas — so bad they made a documentary about it — all eyes are on its return to Vegas this weekend at Allegiant Stadium. So what do locals need to know about WrestleMania 41 taking over the city and why are combat sports so attracted to Las Vegas? Wrestling superfan and poet AJ Moyer sits down with co-host Dayvid Figler to explain the hype around “the Super Bowl of wrestling” and the best events everyone can enjoy during WrestleMania weekend. AJ mentioned this YouTube video on "The Unreality of Pro Wrestling." Learn more about the sponsors of this April 15th episode: Prolonlife.com/city - Use this link for 15% off Cozy Earth - Use code COZYLASVEGAS for 40% off best-selling sheets, towels, pajamas, and more. Want to get in touch? Follow us @CityCastVegas on Instagram, or email us at lasvegas@citycast.fm. You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719. For more Las Vegas news, make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter, Hey Las Vegas. Looking to advertise on City Cast Las Vegas? Check out our options for podcast and newsletter ads at citycast.fm/advertise. After WrestleMania’s failed 1993 attempt in Las Vegas — so bad they made a documentary about it — all eyes are on its return to Vegas this weekend at Allegiant Stadium. So what do locals need to know about WrestleMania 41 taking over the city and why are combat sports so attracted to Las Vegas? Wrestling superfan and poet AJ Moyer sits down with co-host Dayvid Figler to explain the hype around “the Super Bowl of wrestling” and the best events everyone can enjoy during WrestleMania weekend.

AJ mentioned this YouTube video on "The Unreality of Pro Wrestling."

Learn more about the sponsors of this April 15th episode:

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]]> 1347 Will Nevada Ban Retail Sales of Cats and Dogs? https://lasvegas.citycast.fm/ With animal shelters across Southern Nevada facing overcrowding, poor conditions, and some even resuming euthanizations, advocates say that "adopt, don't shop" is more important than ever. So some municipalities in Southern Nevada, including Clark County, have enacted bans forbidding the retail sale of certain pets — and now the legislature is considering a bill to make that ban statewide. Co-host Sarah Lohman sits down with Nevada Current investigative reporter Dana Gentry, who recently wrote about the new effort. Need help with your pet? The Animal Foundation lists resources here. Learn more about the sponsors of this April 14th episode: Prolonlife.com/city - Use this link for 15% off Cozy Earth - Use code COZYLASVEGAS for 40% off best-selling sheets, towels, pajamas, and more. Want to get in touch? Follow us @CityCastVegas on Instagram, or email us at lasvegas@citycast.fm. You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719. For more Las Vegas news, make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter, Hey Las Vegas. Looking to advertise on City Cast Las Vegas? Check out our options for podcast and newsletter ads at citycast.fm/advertise. Mon, 14 Apr 2025 10:00:00 -0000 full City Cast With animal shelters across Southern Nevada facing overcrowding, poor conditions, and some even resuming euthanizations, advocates say that "adopt, don't shop" is more important than ever. So some municipalities in Southern Nevada, including Clark County, have enacted bans forbidding the retail sale of certain pets — and now the legislature is considering a bill to make that ban statewide. Co-host Sarah Lohman sits down with Nevada Current investigative reporter Dana Gentry, who recently wrote about the new effort. Need help with your pet? The Animal Foundation lists resources here. Learn more about the sponsors of this April 14th episode: Prolonlife.com/city - Use this link for 15% off Cozy Earth - Use code COZYLASVEGAS for 40% off best-selling sheets, towels, pajamas, and more. Want to get in touch? Follow us @CityCastVegas on Instagram, or email us at lasvegas@citycast.fm. You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719. For more Las Vegas news, make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter, Hey Las Vegas. Looking to advertise on City Cast Las Vegas? Check out our options for podcast and newsletter ads at citycast.fm/advertise. With animal shelters across Southern Nevada facing overcrowding, poor conditions, and some even resuming euthanizations, advocates say that "adopt, don't shop" is more important than ever. So some municipalities in Southern Nevada, including Clark County, have enacted bans forbidding the retail sale of certain pets — and now the legislature is considering a bill to make that ban statewide. Co-host Sarah Lohman sits down with Nevada Current investigative reporter Dana Gentry, who recently wrote about the new effort.

Need help with your pet? The Animal Foundation lists resources here.

Learn more about the sponsors of this April 14th episode:

Prolonlife.com/city - Use this link for 15% off

Cozy Earth - Use code COZYLASVEGAS for 40% off best-selling sheets,

towels, pajamas, and more.

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]]> 1352 The Missing Veterinarian, the Hedge Fund Buying Our Houses, and Why Vegas Is Cool (According to Locals) https://lasvegas.citycast.fm/ The story of a missing veterinarian at Lake Mead took even more twists and turns this week when it was revealed that he'd been caught on video kicking a horse in the head. But does his long apology, posted shortly afterward, explain another side to the story? Co-hosts Dayvid Figler and Sarah Lohman discuss the saga with TheList.Vegas creator Andrew Kiraly. They also talk about recent reporting from the Review-Journal that revealed Clark County's largest homeowner is a New York hedge fund, and an odd little press release claiming Las Vegas is the second "coolest" city in the country — and why it's got us feeling weirdly defensive. Learn more about the sponsors of this April 11th episode: The Neon Museum Want to get in touch? Follow us @CityCastVegas on Instagram, or email us at lasvegas@citycast.fm. You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719. For more Las Vegas news, make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter, Hey Las Vegas. Looking to advertise on City Cast Las Vegas? Check out our options for podcast and newsletter ads at citycast.fm/advertise. Fri, 11 Apr 2025 10:00:00 -0000 full City Cast The story of a missing veterinarian at Lake Mead took even more twists and turns this week when it was revealed that he'd been caught on video kicking a horse in the head. But does his long apology, posted shortly afterward, explain another side to the story? Co-hosts Dayvid Figler and Sarah Lohman discuss the saga with TheList.Vegas creator Andrew Kiraly. They also talk about recent reporting from the Review-Journal that revealed Clark County's largest homeowner is a New York hedge fund, and an odd little press release claiming Las Vegas is the second "coolest" city in the country — and why it's got us feeling weirdly defensive. Learn more about the sponsors of this April 11th episode: The Neon Museum Want to get in touch? Follow us @CityCastVegas on Instagram, or email us at lasvegas@citycast.fm. You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719. For more Las Vegas news, make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter, Hey Las Vegas. Looking to advertise on City Cast Las Vegas? Check out our options for podcast and newsletter ads at citycast.fm/advertise. The story of a missing veterinarian at Lake Mead took even more twists and turns this week when it was revealed that he'd been caught on video kicking a horse in the head. But does his long apology, posted shortly afterward, explain another side to the story? Co-hosts Dayvid Figler and Sarah Lohman discuss the saga with TheList.Vegas creator Andrew Kiraly. They also talk about recent reporting from the Review-Journal that revealed Clark County's largest homeowner is a New York hedge fund, and an odd little press release claiming Las Vegas is the second "coolest" city in the country — and why it's got us feeling weirdly defensive.

Learn more about the sponsors of this April 11th episode:

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]]> 1947 Must-Try Jewish Delis in Las Vegas https://lasvegas.citycast.fm With Passover coming up, you might just have brisket, kugel, rugelach, and matzo ball soup on your mind — so where can you get the best Jewish deli food around town? Co-hosts Dayvid Figler (who grew up in Las Vegas's Jewish community) and Sarah Lohman (a culinary historian) bring back a conversation about the history of the Jewish deli, how "kosher-lite" cuisine came to Las Vegas, and how they rate the Jewish delis in the valley. Learn more about the sponsors of this April 10th episode: The Neon Museum Want to get in touch? Follow us @CityCastVegas on Instagram, or email us at lasvegas@citycast.fm. You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719. For more Las Vegas news, make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter, Hey Las Vegas. Looking to advertise on City Cast Las Vegas? Check out our options for podcast and newsletter ads at citycast.fm/advertise. Thu, 10 Apr 2025 10:00:00 -0000 full City Cast With Passover coming up, you might just have brisket, kugel, rugelach, and matzo ball soup on your mind — so where can you get the best Jewish deli food around town? Co-hosts Dayvid Figler (who grew up in Las Vegas's Jewish community) and Sarah Lohman (a culinary historian) bring back a conversation about the history of the Jewish deli, how "kosher-lite" cuisine came to Las Vegas, and how they rate the Jewish delis in the valley. Learn more about the sponsors of this April 10th episode: The Neon Museum Want to get in touch? Follow us @CityCastVegas on Instagram, or email us at lasvegas@citycast.fm. You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719. For more Las Vegas news, make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter, Hey Las Vegas. Looking to advertise on City Cast Las Vegas? Check out our options for podcast and newsletter ads at citycast.fm/advertise. With Passover coming up, you might just have brisket, kugel, rugelach, and matzo ball soup on your mind — so where can you get the best Jewish deli food around town? Co-hosts Dayvid Figler (who grew up in Las Vegas's Jewish community) and Sarah Lohman (a culinary historian) bring back a conversation about the history of the Jewish deli, how "kosher-lite" cuisine came to Las Vegas, and how they rate the Jewish delis in the valley.

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]]> 1426 Canadians Are Avoiding Vegas. Are We in Trouble? https://lasvegas.citycast.fm Well, we've really done it now — even the famously nice Canadians are avoiding travel to the U.S. And for Las Vegas in particular, that's a big problem, because our number one source of international visitors is (you guessed it) Canada. About 1.4 million of them visited Vegas in 2023. But, as the Nevada Independent recently reported, that number is starting to plummet. Today, co-host Dayvid Figler talks with Graham MacLennan, a lawyer, podcaster, and Canadian who loves Las Vegas. Graham explains why he just canceled his upcoming trip to Las Vegas, what the vibes are like up north, and what it'll take to bring the Canucks back to town. Learn more about the sponsors of this April 9th episode: The Neon Museum Want to get in touch? Follow us @CityCastVegas on Instagram, or email us at lasvegas@citycast.fm. You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719. For more Las Vegas news, make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter, Hey Las Vegas. Looking to advertise on City Cast Las Vegas? Check out our options for podcast and newsletter ads at citycast.fm/advertise. Wed, 09 Apr 2025 10:00:00 -0000 full City Cast Well, we've really done it now — even the famously nice Canadians are avoiding travel to the U.S. And for Las Vegas in particular, that's a big problem, because our number one source of international visitors is (you guessed it) Canada. About 1.4 million of them visited Vegas in 2023. But, as the Nevada Independent recently reported, that number is starting to plummet. Today, co-host Dayvid Figler talks with Graham MacLennan, a lawyer, podcaster, and Canadian who loves Las Vegas. Graham explains why he just canceled his upcoming trip to Las Vegas, what the vibes are like up north, and what it'll take to bring the Canucks back to town. Learn more about the sponsors of this April 9th episode: The Neon Museum Want to get in touch? Follow us @CityCastVegas on Instagram, or email us at lasvegas@citycast.fm. You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719. For more Las Vegas news, make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter, Hey Las Vegas. Looking to advertise on City Cast Las Vegas? Check out our options for podcast and newsletter ads at citycast.fm/advertise. Well, we've really done it now — even the famously nice Canadians are avoiding travel to the U.S. And for Las Vegas in particular, that's a big problem, because our number one source of international visitors is (you guessed it) Canada. About 1.4 million of them visited Vegas in 2023. But, as the Nevada Independent recently reported, that number is starting to plummet. Today, co-host Dayvid Figler talks with Graham MacLennan, a lawyer, podcaster, and Canadian who loves Las Vegas. Graham explains why he just canceled his upcoming trip to Las Vegas, what the vibes are like up north, and what it'll take to bring the Canucks back to town.

Learn more about the sponsors of this April 9th episode:

The Neon Museum

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]]> 1380 Why Protecting Insects Could Speed Up Home Construction https://lasvegas.citycast.fm Nevada is one of America’s most diverse states for insect life but many of these species are at risk of extinction with no statewide protections. And as the City of North Las Vegas begins planning for a new development on 7,000 acres of land received from the Bureau of Land Management, how should we ensure the safety of endemic species? Could these protections actually streamline development? Co-host Sarah Lohman sits down with Amy Alonzo from The Nevada Independent. Alonzo explains a proposal in the legislature to radically reclassify insects so they can be protected as imperiled wildlife — and why this bill has had trouble passing before. Want to comment on a bill being heard in the legislature? Find out more here. Learn more about the sponsors of this April 8th episode: The Neon Museum Want to get in touch? Follow us @CityCastVegas on Instagram, or email us at lasvegas@citycast.fm. You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719. For more Las Vegas news, make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter, Hey Las Vegas. Looking to advertise on City Cast Las Vegas? Check out our options for podcast and newsletter ads at citycast.fm/advertise. Tue, 08 Apr 2025 10:00:00 -0000 full City Cast Nevada is one of America’s most diverse states for insect life but many of these species are at risk of extinction with no statewide protections. And as the City of North Las Vegas begins planning for a new development on 7,000 acres of land received from the Bureau of Land Management, how should we ensure the safety of endemic species? Could these protections actually streamline development? Co-host Sarah Lohman sits down with Amy Alonzo from The Nevada Independent. Alonzo explains a proposal in the legislature to radically reclassify insects so they can be protected as imperiled wildlife — and why this bill has had trouble passing before. Want to comment on a bill being heard in the legislature? Find out more here. Learn more about the sponsors of this April 8th episode: The Neon Museum Want to get in touch? Follow us @CityCastVegas on Instagram, or email us at lasvegas@citycast.fm. You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719. For more Las Vegas news, make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter, Hey Las Vegas. Looking to advertise on City Cast Las Vegas? Check out our options for podcast and newsletter ads at citycast.fm/advertise. Nevada is one of America’s most diverse states for insect life but many of these species are at risk of extinction with no statewide protections. And as the City of North Las Vegas begins planning for a new development on 7,000 acres of land received from the Bureau of Land Management, how should we ensure the safety of endemic species? Could these protections actually streamline development? Co-host Sarah Lohman sits down with Amy Alonzo from The Nevada Independent. Alonzo explains a proposal in the legislature to radically reclassify insects so they can be protected as imperiled wildlife — and why this bill has had trouble passing before.

Want to comment on a bill being heard in the legislature? Find out more here.

Learn more about the sponsors of this April 8th episode:

The Neon Museum

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]]> 1403 Should Cyclists Get to Ignore Stop Signs? https://lasvegas.citycast.fm Clark County had 11 cyclist deaths on our roads last year — bike safety advocates say our road design and driving culture are partly to blame. They're backing a counterintuitive bill this legislative session: AB 168 would allow cyclists to disregard stop signs and keep pedaling through intersections. Co-host Dayvid Figler talks with Ky Plaskon, secretary at the Nevada Bicycle Coalition, and David Swallow, Deputy CEO at the Regional Transportation Commission, about why AB 168 is needed, the stats that back it up, and how else Las Vegas could make the roads safer for everyone. Learn more about the sponsors of this April 7th episode: The Neon Museum Want to get in touch? Follow us @CityCastVegas on Instagram, or email us at lasvegas@citycast.fm. You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719. For more Las Vegas news, make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter, Hey Las Vegas. Looking to advertise on City Cast Las Vegas? Check out our options for podcast and newsletter ads at citycast.fm/advertise. Mon, 07 Apr 2025 10:00:00 -0000 full City Cast Clark County had 11 cyclist deaths on our roads last year — bike safety advocates say our road design and driving culture are partly to blame. They're backing a counterintuitive bill this legislative session: AB 168 would allow cyclists to disregard stop signs and keep pedaling through intersections. Co-host Dayvid Figler talks with Ky Plaskon, secretary at the Nevada Bicycle Coalition, and David Swallow, Deputy CEO at the Regional Transportation Commission, about why AB 168 is needed, the stats that back it up, and how else Las Vegas could make the roads safer for everyone. Learn more about the sponsors of this April 7th episode: The Neon Museum Want to get in touch? Follow us @CityCastVegas on Instagram, or email us at lasvegas@citycast.fm. You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719. For more Las Vegas news, make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter, Hey Las Vegas. Looking to advertise on City Cast Las Vegas? Check out our options for podcast and newsletter ads at citycast.fm/advertise. Clark County had 11 cyclist deaths on our roads last year — bike safety advocates say our road design and driving culture are partly to blame. They're backing a counterintuitive bill this legislative session: AB 168 would allow cyclists to disregard stop signs and keep pedaling through intersections. Co-host Dayvid Figler talks with Ky Plaskon, secretary at the Nevada Bicycle Coalition, and David Swallow, Deputy CEO at the Regional Transportation Commission, about why AB 168 is needed, the stats that back it up, and how else Las Vegas could make the roads safer for everyone.

Learn more about the sponsors of this April 7th episode:

The Neon Museum

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]]> 1466 What Fueled the Wetlands Wildfire? Plus, An Old Abortion Law Is Back, and Tigers Seized in Pahrump Thirty-four of the Wetlands Park's 210 acres burned this week in a wildfire that took on surprising proportions — so what does it mean when a fire is "human caused," and what common plant could be at the root of the problem? Co-hosts Sarah Lohman and Dayvid Figler talk with Battle Born Progress press secretary Jacob Solis about the wildfire, explore how a decades-old abortion law was brought back to life, and rate the news about the unlicensed seven tigers seized on Wednesday: How "Pahrump" is this news on a scale of 0 to 10? Learn more about the sponsors of this April 4th episode: The Neon Museum Want to get in touch? Follow us @CityCastVegas on Instagram, or email us at lasvegas@citycast.fm. You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719. For more Las Vegas news, make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter, Hey Las Vegas. Looking to advertise on City Cast Las Vegas? Check out our options for podcast and newsletter ads at citycast.fm/advertise. Fri, 04 Apr 2025 10:00:00 -0000 full City Cast Thirty-four of the Wetlands Park's 210 acres burned this week in a wildfire that took on surprising proportions — so what does it mean when a fire is "human caused," and what common plant could be at the root of the problem? Co-hosts Sarah Lohman and Dayvid Figler talk with Battle Born Progress press secretary Jacob Solis about the wildfire, explore how a decades-old abortion law was brought back to life, and rate the news about the unlicensed seven tigers seized on Wednesday: How "Pahrump" is this news on a scale of 0 to 10? Learn more about the sponsors of this April 4th episode: The Neon Museum Want to get in touch? Follow us @CityCastVegas on Instagram, or email us at lasvegas@citycast.fm. You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719. For more Las Vegas news, make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter, Hey Las Vegas. Looking to advertise on City Cast Las Vegas? Check out our options for podcast and newsletter ads at citycast.fm/advertise. Thirty-four of the Wetlands Park's 210 acres burned this week in a wildfire that took on surprising proportions — so what does it mean when a fire is "human caused," and what common plant could be at the root of the problem? Co-hosts Sarah Lohman and Dayvid Figler talk with Battle Born Progress press secretary Jacob Solis about the wildfire, explore how a decades-old abortion law was brought back to life, and rate the news about the unlicensed seven tigers seized on Wednesday: How "Pahrump" is this news on a scale of 0 to 10?

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]]> 2016 Vegan Food Everyone Will Love in Las Vegas https://lasvegas.citycast.fm Not all Las Vegans are vegan, but we've actually got a surprisingly robust vegan food scene — and it's good enough that omnivores and plant-eaters alike can appreciate our diverse vegan food scene. Co-host Sarah Lohman talks with Jackie Sobon, food stylist and blogger at Vegan Yack Attack, who gives us the lay of the land and shares her favorite vegan restaurants in Las Vegas that are actually delicious. Bonus: she's also got a list of non-vegan restaurants with great vegan options for mixed-diet groups! Learn more about the sponsors of this April 3rd episode: The Neon Museum Want to get in touch? Follow us @CityCastVegas on Instagram, or email us at lasvegas@citycast.fm. You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719. For more Las Vegas news, make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter, Hey Las Vegas. Looking to advertise on City Cast Las Vegas? Check out our options for podcast and newsletter ads at citycast.fm/advertise. Thu, 03 Apr 2025 10:00:00 -0000 full City Cast Not all Las Vegans are vegan, but we've actually got a surprisingly robust vegan food scene — and it's good enough that omnivores and plant-eaters alike can appreciate our diverse vegan food scene. Co-host Sarah Lohman talks with Jackie Sobon, food stylist and blogger at Vegan Yack Attack, who gives us the lay of the land and shares her favorite vegan restaurants in Las Vegas that are actually delicious. Bonus: she's also got a list of non-vegan restaurants with great vegan options for mixed-diet groups! Learn more about the sponsors of this April 3rd episode: The Neon Museum Want to get in touch? Follow us @CityCastVegas on Instagram, or email us at lasvegas@citycast.fm. You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719. For more Las Vegas news, make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter, Hey Las Vegas. Looking to advertise on City Cast Las Vegas? Check out our options for podcast and newsletter ads at citycast.fm/advertise. Not all Las Vegans are vegan, but we've actually got a surprisingly robust vegan food scene — and it's good enough that omnivores and plant-eaters alike can appreciate our diverse vegan food scene. Co-host Sarah Lohman talks with Jackie Sobon, food stylist and blogger at Vegan Yack Attack, who gives us the lay of the land and shares her favorite vegan restaurants in Las Vegas that are actually delicious. Bonus: she's also got a list of non-vegan restaurants with great vegan options for mixed-diet groups!

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]]> 1529 The USDA Cut a Million Pounds of Local Food Aid. What Happens Now? https://lasvegas.citycast.fm The new administration's sweeping spending cuts have reached the USDA, which cut two pandemic-era relief programs in Nevada last week. Southern Nevada's only food bank, Three Square, won't receive about 1 million pounds of food that it had been expecting this spring, and Home Feeds Nevada won't be able to pay local farmers and ranchers to supply food pantries, either. So what happens now? Co-host Dayvid Figler sits down with Three Square CEO Beth Martino, who explains why food insecurity is worse than it's been since the pandemic, and why she remains hopeful that hungry Las Vegans will still get fed. Check out Three Square's Food Finder map to find your local food pantry. Learn more about the sponsors of this April 2nd episode: The Neon Museum Want to get in touch? Follow us @CityCastVegas on Instagram, or email us at lasvegas@citycast.fm. You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719. For more Las Vegas news, make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter, Hey Las Vegas. Looking to advertise on City Cast Las Vegas? Check out our options for podcast and newsletter ads at citycast.fm/advertise. Wed, 02 Apr 2025 10:00:00 -0000 full City Cast The new administration's sweeping spending cuts have reached the USDA, which cut two pandemic-era relief programs in Nevada last week. Southern Nevada's only food bank, Three Square, won't receive about 1 million pounds of food that it had been expecting this spring, and Home Feeds Nevada won't be able to pay local farmers and ranchers to supply food pantries, either. So what happens now? Co-host Dayvid Figler sits down with Three Square CEO Beth Martino, who explains why food insecurity is worse than it's been since the pandemic, and why she remains hopeful that hungry Las Vegans will still get fed. Check out Three Square's Food Finder map to find your local food pantry. Learn more about the sponsors of this April 2nd episode: The Neon Museum Want to get in touch? Follow us @CityCastVegas on Instagram, or email us at lasvegas@citycast.fm. You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719. For more Las Vegas news, make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter, Hey Las Vegas. Looking to advertise on City Cast Las Vegas? Check out our options for podcast and newsletter ads at citycast.fm/advertise. The new administration's sweeping spending cuts have reached the USDA, which cut two pandemic-era relief programs in Nevada last week. Southern Nevada's only food bank, Three Square, won't receive about 1 million pounds of food that it had been expecting this spring, and Home Feeds Nevada won't be able to pay local farmers and ranchers to supply food pantries, either. So what happens now? Co-host Dayvid Figler sits down with Three Square CEO Beth Martino, who explains why food insecurity is worse than it's been since the pandemic, and why she remains hopeful that hungry Las Vegans will still get fed.

Check out Three Square's Food Finder map to find your local food pantry.

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]]> 1437 Your Guide to April 2025 in Las Vegas https://lasvegas.citycast.fm/ As the wind blows us into April, we have your guide to make the most out of this month in Las Vegas. From a magical exhibit at Springs Preserve to the hottest tickets to get your hands on. Co-hosts Dayvid Figler and Sarah Lohman are joined by poet and artist Vogue Robinson to share their best tips, can’t miss events, and tastiest food recs for April.  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 Las Vegas community. For even more tips on how to make the most of April in Las Vegas, check out Hey Las Vegas’s take on what to do this month. Learn more about the sponsors of this April 1st episode: The Neon Museum Want to get in touch? Follow us @CityCastVegas on Instagram, or email us at lasvegas@citycast.fm. You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719. For more Las Vegas news, make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter, Hey Las Vegas. Looking to advertise on City Cast Las Vegas? Check out our options for podcast and newsletter ads at citycast.fm/advertise. Tue, 01 Apr 2025 10:00:00 -0000 full City Cast As the wind blows us into April, we have your guide to make the most out of this month in Las Vegas. From a magical exhibit at Springs Preserve to the hottest tickets to get your hands on. Co-hosts Dayvid Figler and Sarah Lohman are joined by poet and artist Vogue Robinson to share their best tips, can’t miss events, and tastiest food recs for April.  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 Las Vegas community. For even more tips on how to make the most of April in Las Vegas, check out Hey Las Vegas’s take on what to do this month. Learn more about the sponsors of this April 1st episode: The Neon Museum Want to get in touch? Follow us @CityCastVegas on Instagram, or email us at lasvegas@citycast.fm. You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719. For more Las Vegas news, make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter, Hey Las Vegas. Looking to advertise on City Cast Las Vegas? Check out our options for podcast and newsletter ads at citycast.fm/advertise. As the wind blows us into April, we have your guide to make the most out of this month in Las Vegas. From a magical exhibit at Springs Preserve to the hottest tickets to get your hands on. Co-hosts Dayvid Figler and Sarah Lohman are joined by poet and artist Vogue Robinson to share their best tips, can’t miss events, and tastiest food recs for April. 

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 Las Vegas community.

For even more tips on how to make the most of April in Las Vegas, check out Hey Las Vegas’s take on what to do this month.

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]]> 1833 How Powerful Are Lobbyists in Nevada? https://lasvegas.citycast.fm The 83rd Legislative Session is in full swing, and we've already got well over 1,000 lobbyists registered in Carson City this year. But how exactly do lobbyists work, and why do they say they're so essential to Nevada's citizen legislature in particular? Today, co-host Dayvid Figler talks with the Nevada Independent's capital bureau chief Tabitha Mueller. She demystifies the lobbying process for us and answers a big question: Could our legislature even function without them? Learn more about the sponsors of this March 31st episode: The Neon Museum Want to get in touch? Follow us @CityCastVegas on Instagram, or email us at lasvegas@citycast.fm. You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719. For more Las Vegas news, make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter, Hey Las Vegas. Looking to advertise on City Cast Las Vegas? Check out our options for podcast and newsletter ads at citycast.fm/advertise. Mon, 31 Mar 2025 10:00:00 -0000 full City Cast The 83rd Legislative Session is in full swing, and we've already got well over 1,000 lobbyists registered in Carson City this year. But how exactly do lobbyists work, and why do they say they're so essential to Nevada's citizen legislature in particular? Today, co-host Dayvid Figler talks with the Nevada Independent's capital bureau chief Tabitha Mueller. She demystifies the lobbying process for us and answers a big question: Could our legislature even function without them? Learn more about the sponsors of this March 31st episode: The Neon Museum Want to get in touch? Follow us @CityCastVegas on Instagram, or email us at lasvegas@citycast.fm. You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719. For more Las Vegas news, make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter, Hey Las Vegas. Looking to advertise on City Cast Las Vegas? Check out our options for podcast and newsletter ads at citycast.fm/advertise. The 83rd Legislative Session is in full swing, and we've already got well over 1,000 lobbyists registered in Carson City this year. But how exactly do lobbyists work, and why do they say they're so essential to Nevada's citizen legislature in particular? Today, co-host Dayvid Figler talks with the Nevada Independent's capital bureau chief Tabitha Mueller. She demystifies the lobbying process for us and answers a big question: Could our legislature even function without them?

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]]> 1493 Uber Avoids Collision with Lawyers, Homeless Center Opposition, and 3 Years of City Cast Las Vegas https://lasvegas.citycast.fm/ Today on our weekly news roundup, Uber and Nevada trial lawyers settle a dispute in the legislature with a big compromise, the $200 million residential homeless center, The Campus of Hope, draws opposition from neighbors, and we discuss our favorite moments after 3 years of the City Cast Las Vegas podcast and Hey Las Vegas newsletter! Writer and City Cast Las Vegas alum Scott Dickensheets joins Nevada Current deputy editor April Corbin Girnus and co-host Dayvid Figler to break down this week’s hottest headlines. Learn more about the sponsors of this March 28th episode: Tedx Las Vegas Want to get in touch? Follow us @CityCastVegas on Instagram, or email us at lasvegas@citycast.fm. You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719. For more Las Vegas news, make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter, Hey Las Vegas. Looking to advertise on City Cast Las Vegas? Check out our options for podcast and newsletter ads at citycast.fm/advertise. Fri, 28 Mar 2025 10:00:00 -0000 full City Cast Today on our weekly news roundup, Uber and Nevada trial lawyers settle a dispute in the legislature with a big compromise, the $200 million residential homeless center, The Campus of Hope, draws opposition from neighbors, and we discuss our favorite moments after 3 years of the City Cast Las Vegas podcast and Hey Las Vegas newsletter! Writer and City Cast Las Vegas alum Scott Dickensheets joins Nevada Current deputy editor April Corbin Girnus and co-host Dayvid Figler to break down this week’s hottest headlines. Learn more about the sponsors of this March 28th episode: Tedx Las Vegas Want to get in touch? Follow us @CityCastVegas on Instagram, or email us at lasvegas@citycast.fm. You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719. For more Las Vegas news, make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter, Hey Las Vegas. Looking to advertise on City Cast Las Vegas? Check out our options for podcast and newsletter ads at citycast.fm/advertise. Today on our weekly news roundup, Uber and Nevada trial lawyers settle a dispute in the legislature with a big compromise, the $200 million residential homeless center, The Campus of Hope, draws opposition from neighbors, and we discuss our favorite moments after 3 years of the City Cast Las Vegas podcast and Hey Las Vegas newsletter! Writer and City Cast Las Vegas alum Scott Dickensheets joins Nevada Current deputy editor April Corbin Girnus and co-host Dayvid Figler to break down this week’s hottest headlines.

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]]> 1944 The Best Halal Food in Las Vegas https://lasvegas.citycast.fm On March 29th, Muslims across Southern Nevada will celebrate Eid al-Fitr, the holiday that marks the end of Ramadan and a month of fasting. To mark the occasion, families will host big dinners and order food from the many delicious halal restaurants around the Valley. So today, co-host Dayvid Figler talks with producer Layla Muhammad about her favorite halal restaurants in Las Vegas and what to order there. Learn more about the sponsors of this March 27th episode: Tedx Las Vegas Want to get in touch? Follow us @CityCastVegas on Instagram, or email us at lasvegas@citycast.fm. You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719. For more Las Vegas news, make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter, Hey Las Vegas. Looking to advertise on City Cast Las Vegas? Check out our options for podcast and newsletter ads at citycast.fm/advertise. Thu, 27 Mar 2025 10:00:00 -0000 full City Cast On March 29th, Muslims across Southern Nevada will celebrate Eid al-Fitr, the holiday that marks the end of Ramadan and a month of fasting. To mark the occasion, families will host big dinners and order food from the many delicious halal restaurants around the Valley. So today, co-host Dayvid Figler talks with producer Layla Muhammad about her favorite halal restaurants in Las Vegas and what to order there. Learn more about the sponsors of this March 27th episode: Tedx Las Vegas Want to get in touch? Follow us @CityCastVegas on Instagram, or email us at lasvegas@citycast.fm. You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719. For more Las Vegas news, make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter, Hey Las Vegas. Looking to advertise on City Cast Las Vegas? Check out our options for podcast and newsletter ads at citycast.fm/advertise. On March 29th, Muslims across Southern Nevada will celebrate Eid al-Fitr, the holiday that marks the end of Ramadan and a month of fasting. To mark the occasion, families will host big dinners and order food from the many delicious halal restaurants around the Valley. So today, co-host Dayvid Figler talks with producer Layla Muhammad about her favorite halal restaurants in Las Vegas and what to order there.

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]]> 1258 A Hater’s Guide to Nature https://lasvegas.citycast.fm Who would give a one-star review to Mother Nature? A lot of people, it turns out. Today, we’re bringing back a collection of the funniest one-star reviews of natural wonders around Las Vegas. Executive producer Sonja Cho Swanson reads the reviews and quizzes our hosts, Dayvid Figler and Sarah Lohman, on which Mojave Desert icons got flamed online. Learn more about the sponsors of this March 26th episode: Tedx Las Vegas Want to get in touch? Follow us @CityCastVegas on Instagram, or email us at lasvegas@citycast.fm. You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719. For more Las Vegas news, make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter, Hey Las Vegas. Looking to advertise on City Cast Las Vegas? Check out our options for podcast and newsletter ads at citycast.fm/advertise. Wed, 26 Mar 2025 10:00:00 -0000 full City Cast Who would give a one-star review to Mother Nature? A lot of people, it turns out. Today, we’re bringing back a collection of the funniest one-star reviews of natural wonders around Las Vegas. Executive producer Sonja Cho Swanson reads the reviews and quizzes our hosts, Dayvid Figler and Sarah Lohman, on which Mojave Desert icons got flamed online. Learn more about the sponsors of this March 26th episode: Tedx Las Vegas Want to get in touch? Follow us @CityCastVegas on Instagram, or email us at lasvegas@citycast.fm. You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719. For more Las Vegas news, make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter, Hey Las Vegas. Looking to advertise on City Cast Las Vegas? Check out our options for podcast and newsletter ads at citycast.fm/advertise. Who would give a one-star review to Mother Nature? A lot of people, it turns out. Today, we’re bringing back a collection of the funniest one-star reviews of natural wonders around Las Vegas. Executive producer Sonja Cho Swanson reads the reviews and quizzes our hosts, Dayvid Figler and Sarah Lohman, on which Mojave Desert icons got flamed online.

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]]> 1166 Why Las Vegas Transit Is Better Than You Think https://lasvegas.citycast.fm Las Vegans love to complain about our “lack” of public transit. But with recent reports of violence on buses, the conversation has intensified. So, what does the agency running our public transportation system of buses, bike shares, and more have to say about these concerns? We are revisiting a conversation co-host Dayvid Filger had with MJ Maynard, CEO of Southern Nevada’s Regional Transportation Commission (RTC). Maynard talks about how they address safety, sets the record straight about how much they actually do, and discusses the challenges of operating in our car-centric city. Learn more about the sponsors of this March 25th episode: Tedx Las Vegas Want to get in touch? Follow us @CityCastVegas on Instagram, or email us at lasvegas@citycast.fm. You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719. For more Las Vegas news, make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter, Hey Las Vegas.  Looking to advertise on City Cast Las Vegas? Check out our options for podcast and newsletter ads at citycast.fm/advertise. Tue, 25 Mar 2025 10:00:00 -0000 full City Cast Las Vegans love to complain about our “lack” of public transit. But with recent reports of violence on buses, the conversation has intensified. So, what does the agency running our public transportation system of buses, bike shares, and more have to say about these concerns? We are revisiting a conversation co-host Dayvid Filger had with MJ Maynard, CEO of Southern Nevada’s Regional Transportation Commission (RTC). Maynard talks about how they address safety, sets the record straight about how much they actually do, and discusses the challenges of operating in our car-centric city. Learn more about the sponsors of this March 25th episode: Tedx Las Vegas Want to get in touch? Follow us @CityCastVegas on Instagram, or email us at lasvegas@citycast.fm. You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719. For more Las Vegas news, make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter, Hey Las Vegas.  Looking to advertise on City Cast Las Vegas? Check out our options for podcast and newsletter ads at citycast.fm/advertise. Las Vegans love to complain about our “lack” of public transit. But with recent reports of violence on buses, the conversation has intensified. So, what does the agency running our public transportation system of buses, bike shares, and more have to say about these concerns? We are revisiting a conversation co-host Dayvid Filger had with MJ Maynard, CEO of Southern Nevada’s Regional Transportation Commission (RTC). Maynard talks about how they address safety, sets the record straight about how much they actually do, and discusses the challenges of operating in our car-centric city.


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]]> 1457 The Wildest Headlines (So Far) of 2025 https://lasvegas.citycast.fm/ If you thought we’d get a quiet start to the year, well, you’d be wrong: The headlines have come in fast and furious. So today, executive producer Sonja Cho Swanson quizzes our two hosts, Dayvid Figler and Sarah Lohman, on quotes from the wildest stories of the year so far. Learn more about the sponsors of this March 24th episode: Tedx Las Vegas Want to get in touch? Follow us @CityCastVegas on Instagram, or email us at lasvegas@citycast.fm. You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719. For more Las Vegas news, make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter, Hey Las Vegas. Looking to advertise on City Cast Las Vegas? Check out our options for podcast and newsletter ads at citycast.fm/advertise. Mon, 24 Mar 2025 10:00:00 -0000 The Wildest Headlines (So Far) of 202 full City Cast If you thought we’d get a quiet start to the year, well, you’d be wrong: The headlines have come in fast and furious. So today, executive producer Sonja Cho Swanson quizzes our two hosts, Dayvid Figler and Sarah Lohman, on quotes from the wildest stories of the year so far. Learn more about the sponsors of this March 24th episode: Tedx Las Vegas Want to get in touch? Follow us @CityCastVegas on Instagram, or email us at lasvegas@citycast.fm. You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719. For more Las Vegas news, make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter, Hey Las Vegas. Looking to advertise on City Cast Las Vegas? Check out our options for podcast and newsletter ads at citycast.fm/advertise. If you thought we’d get a quiet start to the year, well, you’d be wrong: The headlines have come in fast and furious. So today, executive producer Sonja Cho Swanson quizzes our two hosts, Dayvid Figler and Sarah Lohman, on quotes from the wildest stories of the year so far.

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]]> 1162 Was the Tesla Fire 'Domestic Terrorism'? Plus, Grad Students Unionize and Snow in Vegas With all the world’s events happening fast and furious, you may be wondering “what am I missing at home?” That’s where we come in with our Friday news roundup of the biggest stories to hit our hometown this week. We discuss the local and federal response to five Teslas set on fire with Molotov cocktails, UNLV graduate students testifying to the legislature about union representation, and snow in Las Vegas this month! Co-hosts Dayvid Figler and Sarah Lohman are joined by Nevada Current journalist Michael MJ Lyle. Want to get in touch? Follow us @CityCastVegas on Instagram, or email us at lasvegas@citycast.fm. You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719. For more Las Vegas news, make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter, Hey Las Vegas. Learn more about the sponsors of this March 21st episode:  Babbel - Get up to 60% off at Babbel.com/CITYCAST Tedx Las Vegas Looking to advertise on City Cast Las Vegas? Check out our options for podcast and newsletter ads at citycast.fm/advertise. Fri, 21 Mar 2025 10:00:00 -0000 Was the Tesla Fire “Domestic Terrorism”? Plus, Grad Students Unionize and Snow in Vegas full City Cast With all the world’s events happening fast and furious, you may be wondering “what am I missing at home?” That’s where we come in with our Friday news roundup of the biggest stories to hit our hometown this week. We discuss the local and federal response to five Teslas set on fire with Molotov cocktails, UNLV graduate students testifying to the legislature about union representation, and snow in Las Vegas this month! Co-hosts Dayvid Figler and Sarah Lohman are joined by Nevada Current journalist Michael MJ Lyle. Want to get in touch? Follow us @CityCastVegas on Instagram, or email us at lasvegas@citycast.fm. You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719. For more Las Vegas news, make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter, Hey Las Vegas. Learn more about the sponsors of this March 21st episode:  Babbel - Get up to 60% off at Babbel.com/CITYCAST Tedx Las Vegas Looking to advertise on City Cast Las Vegas? Check out our options for podcast and newsletter ads at citycast.fm/advertise. With all the world’s events happening fast and furious, you may be wondering “what am I missing at home?” That’s where we come in with our Friday news roundup of the biggest stories to hit our hometown this week. We discuss the local and federal response to five Teslas set on fire with Molotov cocktails, UNLV graduate students testifying to the legislature about union representation, and snow in Las Vegas this month! Co-hosts Dayvid Figler and Sarah Lohman are joined by Nevada Current journalist Michael MJ Lyle.

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]]> 1993 Free Birthday Stuff in Las Vegas https://lasvegas.citycast.fm/ City Cast Las Vegas is turning three next week! If you’ve also got a birthday coming up in the next year (and we’re pretty sure all of you do), then you’ll want to bookmark this episode — co-host Dayvid Figler and Hey Las Vegas newsletter editor Rob Kachelriess are giving you the rundown of the best free stuff you can get for your birthday in Las Vegas. And in true Vegas fashion, it’s not just donuts and coffees, we’ve also got free Bingo, free shots, and yes, free limos to the strip club. Learn more about the sponsors of this March 20th episode: Babbel - Get up to 60% off at Babbel.com/CITYCAST Tedx Las Vegas Want to get in touch? Follow us @CityCastVegas on Instagram, or email us at lasvegas@citycast.fm. You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719. For more Las Vegas news, make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter, Hey Las Vegas. Looking to advertise on City Cast Las Vegas? Check out our options for podcast and newsletter ads at citycast.fm/advertise. Thu, 20 Mar 2025 10:00:00 -0000 Free Birthday Stuff in Las Vegas full City Cast City Cast Las Vegas is turning three next week! If you’ve also got a birthday coming up in the next year (and we’re pretty sure all of you do), then you’ll want to bookmark this episode — co-host Dayvid Figler and Hey Las Vegas newsletter editor Rob Kachelriess are giving you the rundown of the best free stuff you can get for your birthday in Las Vegas. And in true Vegas fashion, it’s not just donuts and coffees, we’ve also got free Bingo, free shots, and yes, free limos to the strip club. Learn more about the sponsors of this March 20th episode: Babbel - Get up to 60% off at Babbel.com/CITYCAST Tedx Las Vegas Want to get in touch? Follow us @CityCastVegas on Instagram, or email us at lasvegas@citycast.fm. You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719. For more Las Vegas news, make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter, Hey Las Vegas. Looking to advertise on City Cast Las Vegas? Check out our options for podcast and newsletter ads at citycast.fm/advertise. City Cast Las Vegas is turning three next week! If you’ve also got a birthday coming up in the next year (and we’re pretty sure all of you do), then you’ll want to bookmark this episode — co-host Dayvid Figler and Hey Las Vegas newsletter editor Rob Kachelriess are giving you the rundown of the best free stuff you can get for your birthday in Las Vegas. And in true Vegas fashion, it’s not just donuts and coffees, we’ve also got free Bingo, free shots, and yes, free limos to the strip club.

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]]> 1207 Where to Find Free Parking in Las Vegas https://lasvegas.citycast.fm/ Is there any belief more entrenched, more sacred, in Las Vegas than our right to free parking? (No, there is not.) But over the last few years, the slow creep of paid parking has invaded our casinos, garages, and business districts — and we’re not happy about it. What’s going on? Today, co-host Dayvid Figler and Hey Las Vegas newsletter editor Rob Kachelriess sit down with writer Brent Holmles to mourn the loss of free parking, discuss why it’s changing, and share a few of our best free parking spots that haven’t been metered — yet. Learn more about the sponsors of this March 19th episode: Babbel - Get up to 60% off at Babbel.com/CITYCAST Tedx Las Vegas Want to get in touch? Follow us @CityCastVegas on Instagram, or email us at lasvegas@citycast.fm. You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719. For more Las Vegas news, make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter, Hey Las Vegas. Looking to advertise on City Cast Las Vegas? Check out our options for podcast and newsletter ads at citycast.fm/advertise. Wed, 19 Mar 2025 10:00:00 -0000 Where to Find Free Parking in Las Vegas full City Cast Is there any belief more entrenched, more sacred, in Las Vegas than our right to free parking? (No, there is not.) But over the last few years, the slow creep of paid parking has invaded our casinos, garages, and business districts — and we’re not happy about it. What’s going on? Today, co-host Dayvid Figler and Hey Las Vegas newsletter editor Rob Kachelriess sit down with writer Brent Holmles to mourn the loss of free parking, discuss why it’s changing, and share a few of our best free parking spots that haven’t been metered — yet. Learn more about the sponsors of this March 19th episode: Babbel - Get up to 60% off at Babbel.com/CITYCAST Tedx Las Vegas Want to get in touch? Follow us @CityCastVegas on Instagram, or email us at lasvegas@citycast.fm. You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719. For more Las Vegas news, make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter, Hey Las Vegas. Looking to advertise on City Cast Las Vegas? Check out our options for podcast and newsletter ads at citycast.fm/advertise. Is there any belief more entrenched, more sacred, in Las Vegas than our right to free parking? (No, there is not.) But over the last few years, the slow creep of paid parking has invaded our casinos, garages, and business districts — and we’re not happy about it. What’s going on? Today, co-host Dayvid Figler and Hey Las Vegas newsletter editor Rob Kachelriess sit down with writer Brent Holmles to mourn the loss of free parking, discuss why it’s changing, and share a few of our best free parking spots that haven’t been metered — yet.

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]]> 1489 The Most Viral Moments in Las Vegas https://lasvegas.citycast.fm/ Las Vegas is no stranger to the spotlight, but what about all those times we’ve gone truly viral, with millions of eyes on our city — for better and for worse? Today, co-hosts Dayvid Figler and Sarah Lohman sit down with Kip Kelly, chief experience officer at the Beverly Theater (and noted internet commentator) to talk about the best (and worst) times Las Vegas has gone viral, from Evel Knievel to the Sphere climber, and what it says about our city. Learn more about the sponsors of this March 18th episode:  Babbel - Get up to 60% off at Babbel.com/CITYCAST TEDx Las Vegas Want to get in touch? Follow us @CityCastVegas on Instagram, or email us at lasvegas@citycast.fm. You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719. For more Las Vegas news, make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter, Hey Las Vegas. Looking to advertise on City Cast Las Vegas? Check out our options for podcast and newsletter ads at citycast.fm/advertise. Tue, 18 Mar 2025 10:00:00 -0000 The Most Viral Moments in Las Vegas full City Cast Las Vegas is no stranger to the spotlight, but what about all those times we’ve gone truly viral, with millions of eyes on our city — for better and for worse? Today, co-hosts Dayvid Figler and Sarah Lohman sit down with Kip Kelly, chief experience officer at the Beverly Theater (and noted internet commentator) to talk about the best (and worst) times Las Vegas has gone viral, from Evel Knievel to the Sphere climber, and what it says about our city. Learn more about the sponsors of this March 18th episode:  Babbel - Get up to 60% off at Babbel.com/CITYCAST TEDx Las Vegas Want to get in touch? Follow us @CityCastVegas on Instagram, or email us at lasvegas@citycast.fm. You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719. For more Las Vegas news, make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter, Hey Las Vegas. Looking to advertise on City Cast Las Vegas? Check out our options for podcast and newsletter ads at citycast.fm/advertise. Las Vegas is no stranger to the spotlight, but what about all those times we’ve gone truly viral, with millions of eyes on our city — for better and for worse? Today, co-hosts Dayvid Figler and Sarah Lohman sit down with Kip Kelly, chief experience officer at the Beverly Theater (and noted internet commentator) to talk about the best (and worst) times Las Vegas has gone viral, from Evel Knievel to the Sphere climber, and what it says about our city.

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Babbel - Get up to 60% off at Babbel.com/CITYCAST

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]]> 1653 Our Toxic Las Vegas Traits https://lasvegas.citycast.fm/ We drive everywhere. We get mad when bars close. We keep the AC on 24/7. For all the amazing things people do in Vegas, there is an equal and opposite amount of toxic traits that drive us crazy about this city, and really, about ourselves! In this episode, Hosts Sarah Loman and Dayvid Figler are joined by artist Justin Favela to talk about our own toxic traits – even the ones we’ll defend.  Want to get in touch? Follow us @CityCastVegas on Instagram, or email us at lasvegas@citycast.fm. You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719. For more Las Vegas news, make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter, Hey Las Vegas. Learn more about the sponsors of this March 17th episode: Babbel - Get up to 60% off at Babbel.com/CITYCAST Tedx Las Vegas Looking to advertise on City Cast Las Vegas? Check out our options for podcast and newsletter ads at citycast.fm/advertise. Mon, 17 Mar 2025 10:00:00 -0000 Our Toxic Las Vegas Traits full City Cast We drive everywhere. We get mad when bars close. We keep the AC on 24/7. For all the amazing things people do in Vegas, there is an equal and opposite amount of toxic traits that drive us crazy about this city, and really, about ourselves! In this episode, Hosts Sarah Loman and Dayvid Figler are joined by artist Justin Favela to talk about our own toxic traits – even the ones we’ll defend.  Want to get in touch? Follow us @CityCastVegas on Instagram, or email us at lasvegas@citycast.fm. You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719. For more Las Vegas news, make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter, Hey Las Vegas. Learn more about the sponsors of this March 17th episode: Babbel - Get up to 60% off at Babbel.com/CITYCAST Tedx Las Vegas Looking to advertise on City Cast Las Vegas? Check out our options for podcast and newsletter ads at citycast.fm/advertise. We drive everywhere. We get mad when bars close. We keep the AC on 24/7. For all the amazing things people do in Vegas, there is an equal and opposite amount of toxic traits that drive us crazy about this city, and really, about ourselves! In this episode, Hosts Sarah Loman and Dayvid Figler are joined by artist Justin Favela to talk about our own toxic traits – even the ones we’ll defend. 

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]]> 1460 How the A’s Are Finally Repping Vegas, State Jobs for Fired Federal Workers, and the New Vanderpump Hotel https://lasvegas.citycast.fm/podcasts Will they, won’t they … Wherever they land, the Athletics are finally repping Las Vegas — at a cost. Our city’s marketing arm, the LVCVA, will pay the baseball team $8 million in exchange for a Las Vegas patch on the players’ jerseys. But with a Sacramento patch on their other arm, where do their allegiances really lie? Co-hosts Dayvid Figler and Sarah Lohman chat with writer Kim Foster about our city’s increasingly expensive courting of the A’s, a new proposal to hire fired federal workers in Nevada state jobs, and what reality TV star Lisa Vanderpump’s new hotel tells us about who’s spending money in Vegas. Want to get in touch? Follow us @CityCastVegas on Instagram, or email us at lasvegas@citycast.fm. You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719. For more Las Vegas news, make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter, Hey Las Vegas. Looking to advertise on City Cast Las Vegas? Check out our options for podcast and newsletter ads at citycast.fm/advertise. Fri, 14 Mar 2025 10:00:00 -0000 How the A’s Are Finally Repping Vegas, State Jobs for Fired Federal Workers, and the New Vanderpump Hotel full City Cast Will they, won’t they … Wherever they land, the Athletics are finally repping Las Vegas — at a cost. Our city’s marketing arm, the LVCVA, will pay the baseball team $8 million in exchange for a Las Vegas patch on the players’ jerseys. But with a Sacramento patch on their other arm, where do their allegiances really lie? Co-hosts Dayvid Figler and Sarah Lohman chat with writer Kim Foster about our city’s increasingly expensive courting of the A’s, a new proposal to hire fired federal workers in Nevada state jobs, and what reality TV star Lisa Vanderpump’s new hotel tells us about who’s spending money in Vegas. Want to get in touch? Follow us @CityCastVegas on Instagram, or email us at lasvegas@citycast.fm. You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719. For more Las Vegas news, make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter, Hey Las Vegas. Looking to advertise on City Cast Las Vegas? Check out our options for podcast and newsletter ads at citycast.fm/advertise. Will they, won’t they … Wherever they land, the Athletics are finally repping Las Vegas — at a cost. Our city’s marketing arm, the LVCVA, will pay the baseball team $8 million in exchange for a Las Vegas patch on the players’ jerseys. But with a Sacramento patch on their other arm, where do their allegiances really lie? Co-hosts Dayvid Figler and Sarah Lohman chat with writer Kim Foster about our city’s increasingly expensive courting of the A’s, a new proposal to hire fired federal workers in Nevada state jobs, and what reality TV star Lisa Vanderpump’s new hotel tells us about who’s spending money in Vegas.

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]]> 1990 The Best Sandwiches in Las Vegas https://lasvegas.citycast.fm/podcasts Anyone can make a pretty decent sandwich — but a truly great sandwich? That’s a little harder to find. Luckily, co-host Sarah Lohman has writer and man about town Brent Holmes here to guide us through the best sandwiches in Las Vegas, from banh mis to cubanos and more. Want to get in touch? Follow us @CityCastVegas on Instagram, or email us at lasvegas@citycast.fm. You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719. For more Las Vegas news, make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter, Hey Las Vegas. Looking to advertise on City Cast Las Vegas? Check out our options for podcast and newsletter ads at citycast.fm/advertise. Thu, 13 Mar 2025 10:00:00 -0000 The Best Sandwiches in Las Vegas full City Cast Anyone can make a pretty decent sandwich — but a truly great sandwich? That’s a little harder to find. Luckily, co-host Sarah Lohman has writer and man about town Brent Holmes here to guide us through the best sandwiches in Las Vegas, from banh mis to cubanos and more. Want to get in touch? Follow us @CityCastVegas on Instagram, or email us at lasvegas@citycast.fm. You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719. For more Las Vegas news, make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter, Hey Las Vegas. Looking to advertise on City Cast Las Vegas? Check out our options for podcast and newsletter ads at citycast.fm/advertise. Anyone can make a pretty decent sandwich — but a truly great sandwich? That’s a little harder to find. Luckily, co-host Sarah Lohman has writer and man about town Brent Holmes here to guide us through the best sandwiches in Las Vegas, from banh mis to cubanos and more.

Want to get in touch? Follow us @CityCastVegas on Instagram, or email us at lasvegas@citycast.fm. You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719.

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]]> 1285 Is Las Vegas Actually Dangerous? https://lasvegas.citycast.fm Is Las Vegas safe? Las Vegans are certainly concerned about public safety — and if you listen to local town halls, what voters are telling their elected officials, and our local media’s crime beat, you might begin to wonder, how much violent crime is really taking place here? Today, co-host Dayvid Figler sits down with Dr. Joshua Donnelly, professor of criminal justice at UNLV, to discuss what the stats actually tell us, and what shapes public perception of safety in our city. Mentioned in episode: LVMPD’s Open Data Portal Want to get in touch? Follow us @CityCastVegas on Instagram, or email us at lasvegas@citycast.fm. You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719. For more Las Vegas news, make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter, Hey Las Vegas. Looking to advertise on City Cast Las Vegas? Check out our options for podcast and newsletter ads at citycast.fm/advertise. Wed, 12 Mar 2025 10:00:00 -0000 Is Las Vegas Actually Dangerous? full City Cast Is Las Vegas safe? Las Vegans are certainly concerned about public safety — and if you listen to local town halls, what voters are telling their elected officials, and our local media’s crime beat, you might begin to wonder, how much violent crime is really taking place here? Today, co-host Dayvid Figler sits down with Dr. Joshua Donnelly, professor of criminal justice at UNLV, to discuss what the stats actually tell us, and what shapes public perception of safety in our city. Mentioned in episode: LVMPD’s Open Data Portal Want to get in touch? Follow us @CityCastVegas on Instagram, or email us at lasvegas@citycast.fm. You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719. For more Las Vegas news, make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter, Hey Las Vegas. Looking to advertise on City Cast Las Vegas? Check out our options for podcast and newsletter ads at citycast.fm/advertise. Is Las Vegas safe? Las Vegans are certainly concerned about public safety — and if you listen to local town halls, what voters are telling their elected officials, and our local media’s crime beat, you might begin to wonder, how much violent crime is really taking place here? Today, co-host Dayvid Figler sits down with Dr. Joshua Donnelly, professor of criminal justice at UNLV, to discuss what the stats actually tell us, and what shapes public perception of safety in our city.

Mentioned in episode: LVMPD’s Open Data Portal

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]]> 1562 Why Las Vegas Was Once the Atomic City https://lasvegas.citycast.fm/podcasts Once upon a time, Las Vegas loved all things atomic: In the 1950’s, we were the nuclear testing capital of the country, and atomic “tourists” flocked to mushroom cloud vantage points, secret societies held viewing parties with celebrities like Zsa Zsa Gabor, and Miss Atomic Bomb famously posed for a photo wearing nothing but a tiny, poofy mushroom cloud. So when did that all start to change? How did protests, progress, and the controversy over Yucca Mountain change local attitudes about nuclear testing? Co-host Dayvid Figler sits down with Matt Malinowski, Director of Education at the Atomic Museum, to find out. Want to get in touch? Follow us @CityCastVegas on Instagram, or email us at lasvegas@citycast.fm. You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719. For more Las Vegas news, make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter, Hey Las Vegas. Looking to advertise on City Cast Las Vegas? Check out our options for podcast and newsletter ads at citycast.fm/advertise. Tue, 11 Mar 2025 10:00:00 -0000 Why Las Vegas Was Once the Atomic City full City Cast Once upon a time, Las Vegas loved all things atomic: In the 1950’s, we were the nuclear testing capital of the country, and atomic “tourists” flocked to mushroom cloud vantage points, secret societies held viewing parties with celebrities like Zsa Zsa Gabor, and Miss Atomic Bomb famously posed for a photo wearing nothing but a tiny, poofy mushroom cloud. So when did that all start to change? How did protests, progress, and the controversy over Yucca Mountain change local attitudes about nuclear testing? Co-host Dayvid Figler sits down with Matt Malinowski, Director of Education at the Atomic Museum, to find out. Want to get in touch? Follow us @CityCastVegas on Instagram, or email us at lasvegas@citycast.fm. You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719. For more Las Vegas news, make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter, Hey Las Vegas. Looking to advertise on City Cast Las Vegas? Check out our options for podcast and newsletter ads at citycast.fm/advertise. Once upon a time, Las Vegas loved all things atomic: In the 1950’s, we were the nuclear testing capital of the country, and atomic “tourists” flocked to mushroom cloud vantage points, secret societies held viewing parties with celebrities like Zsa Zsa Gabor, and Miss Atomic Bomb famously posed for a photo wearing nothing but a tiny, poofy mushroom cloud. So when did that all start to change? How did protests, progress, and the controversy over Yucca Mountain change local attitudes about nuclear testing? Co-host Dayvid Figler sits down with Matt Malinowski, Director of Education at the Atomic Museum, to find out.

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]]> 1349 Would a Lottery Help or Hurt Nevada? https://lasvegas.citycast.fm/podcasts Nevada has been an outlier in allowing all kinds of legalized gambling — except for one: we've never had a lottery. This year, the Nevada legislature is considering a constitutional amendment that would allow Nevada to have a state lottery. Nevada Independent reporter Howard Stutz joins co-hosts Sarah Lohman and Dayvid Figler to break down the proposal and how the lottery could affect our state, for better and for worse. Learn more about the sponsors of this March 10th episode: UNLV Want to get in touch? Follow us @CityCastVegas on Instagram, or email us at lasvegas@citycast.fm. You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719. For more Las Vegas news, make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter, Hey Las Vegas. Looking to advertise on City Cast Las Vegas? Check out our options for podcast and newsletter ads at citycast.fm/advertise. Mon, 10 Mar 2025 10:00:00 -0000 Would a Lottery Help or Hurt Nevada? full City Cast Nevada has been an outlier in allowing all kinds of legalized gambling — except for one: we've never had a lottery. This year, the Nevada legislature is considering a constitutional amendment that would allow Nevada to have a state lottery. Nevada Independent reporter Howard Stutz joins co-hosts Sarah Lohman and Dayvid Figler to break down the proposal and how the lottery could affect our state, for better and for worse. Learn more about the sponsors of this March 10th episode: UNLV Want to get in touch? Follow us @CityCastVegas on Instagram, or email us at lasvegas@citycast.fm. You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719. For more Las Vegas news, make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter, Hey Las Vegas. Looking to advertise on City Cast Las Vegas? Check out our options for podcast and newsletter ads at citycast.fm/advertise. Nevada has been an outlier in allowing all kinds of legalized gambling — except for one: we've never had a lottery. This year, the Nevada legislature is considering a constitutional amendment that would allow Nevada to have a state lottery. Nevada Independent reporter Howard Stutz joins co-hosts Sarah Lohman and Dayvid Figler to break down the proposal and how the lottery could affect our state, for better and for worse.

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]]> 1564 UNLV President's Abrupt Resignation, Film Industry Tax Credits, and the Golden Steer's New Location https://lasvegas.citycast.fm Today on City Cast Las Vegas’s weekly news roundup, UNLV’s President Keith Whitfield surprised the community by announcing his sudden resignation from the university, the bill to lure movie studios to Las Vegas with tax credits is back in the legislature, and an iconic Vegas restaurant sets its eyes on New York City! Executive producer Sonja Cho Swanson and thelist.vegas editor Andrew Kiraly joins co-host Dayvid Figler to break down the top headlines from this week. Learn more about the sponsors of this March 7th episode: Treefort Music Fest Vegas PBS Want to get in touch? Follow us @CityCastVegas on Instagram, or email us at lasvegas@citycast.fm. You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719. For more Las Vegas news, make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter, Hey Las Vegas. Looking to advertise on City Cast Las Vegas? Check out our options for podcast and newsletter ads at citycast.fm/advertise. Fri, 07 Mar 2025 11:00:00 -0000 UNLV President's Abrupt Resignation, Film Industry Tax Credits, and the Golden Steer's New Location full City Cast Today on City Cast Las Vegas’s weekly news roundup, UNLV’s President Keith Whitfield surprised the community by announcing his sudden resignation from the university, the bill to lure movie studios to Las Vegas with tax credits is back in the legislature, and an iconic Vegas restaurant sets its eyes on New York City! Executive producer Sonja Cho Swanson and thelist.vegas editor Andrew Kiraly joins co-host Dayvid Figler to break down the top headlines from this week. Learn more about the sponsors of this March 7th episode: Treefort Music Fest Vegas PBS Want to get in touch? Follow us @CityCastVegas on Instagram, or email us at lasvegas@citycast.fm. You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719. For more Las Vegas news, make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter, Hey Las Vegas. Looking to advertise on City Cast Las Vegas? Check out our options for podcast and newsletter ads at citycast.fm/advertise. Today on City Cast Las Vegas’s weekly news roundup, UNLV’s President Keith Whitfield surprised the community by announcing his sudden resignation from the university, the bill to lure movie studios to Las Vegas with tax credits is back in the legislature, and an iconic Vegas restaurant sets its eyes on New York City! Executive producer Sonja Cho Swanson and thelist.vegas editor Andrew Kiraly joins co-host Dayvid Figler to break down the top headlines from this week.

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]]> 2006 The Most Anticipated Vegas Food Festivals of 2025 https://lasvegas.citycast.fm With spring in full swing, food festival season is back as well. So which Las Vegas food festivals should you hit up? Co-host Dayvid Figler sits down with Review-Journal food critic Johnathan Wright, who recently penned a foodie fest guide — they chat about the best old gems (hello, Greek Food Festival!), the new creations (we’re lookin’ at you, Asian Night Market!), and if there’s an elegant way to eat a slice of pizza on the street (spoiler alert: no). Learn more about the sponsors of this March 6th episode: Treefort Music Fest Vegas PBS Want to get in touch? Follow us @CityCastVegas on Instagram, or email us at lasvegas@citycast.fm. You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719. For more Las Vegas news, make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter, Hey Las Vegas. Looking to advertise on City Cast Las Vegas? Check out our options for podcast and newsletter ads at citycast.fm/advertise. Thu, 06 Mar 2025 11:00:00 -0000 The Most Anticipated Vegas Food Festivals of 2025 full City Cast With spring in full swing, food festival season is back as well. So which Las Vegas food festivals should you hit up? Co-host Dayvid Figler sits down with Review-Journal food critic Johnathan Wright, who recently penned a foodie fest guide — they chat about the best old gems (hello, Greek Food Festival!), the new creations (we’re lookin’ at you, Asian Night Market!), and if there’s an elegant way to eat a slice of pizza on the street (spoiler alert: no). Learn more about the sponsors of this March 6th episode: Treefort Music Fest Vegas PBS Want to get in touch? Follow us @CityCastVegas on Instagram, or email us at lasvegas@citycast.fm. You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719. For more Las Vegas news, make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter, Hey Las Vegas. Looking to advertise on City Cast Las Vegas? Check out our options for podcast and newsletter ads at citycast.fm/advertise. With spring in full swing, food festival season is back as well. So which Las Vegas food festivals should you hit up? Co-host Dayvid Figler sits down with Review-Journal food critic Johnathan Wright, who recently penned a foodie fest guide — they chat about the best old gems (hello, Greek Food Festival!), the new creations (we’re lookin’ at you, Asian Night Market!), and if there’s an elegant way to eat a slice of pizza on the street (spoiler alert: no).

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]]> 1278 How Mayor Berkley Grades Her First 100 Days https://lasvegas.citycast.fm A politician’s first 100 days are often seen as a forecast of their tenure — what can they get done in this political grace period? Today, co-host Dayvid Figler sits down with Las Vegas Mayor Shelley Berkley, whose 100th day in office is coming up next week. They talk about the headway she’s making on the Badlands settlement, animal welfare, and homelessness … and if she’ll run for a second term. Learn more about the sponsors of this March 5th episode: Treefort Music Fest Vegas PBS Want to get in touch? Follow us @CityCastVegas on Instagram, or email us at lasvegas@citycast.fm. You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719. For more Las Vegas news, make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter, Hey Las Vegas. Looking to advertise on City Cast Las Vegas? Check out our options for podcast and newsletter ads at citycast.fm/advertise. Wed, 05 Mar 2025 11:00:00 -0000 How Mayor Berkley Grades Her First 100 Days full City Cast A politician’s first 100 days are often seen as a forecast of their tenure — what can they get done in this political grace period? Today, co-host Dayvid Figler sits down with Las Vegas Mayor Shelley Berkley, whose 100th day in office is coming up next week. They talk about the headway she’s making on the Badlands settlement, animal welfare, and homelessness … and if she’ll run for a second term. Learn more about the sponsors of this March 5th episode: Treefort Music Fest Vegas PBS Want to get in touch? Follow us @CityCastVegas on Instagram, or email us at lasvegas@citycast.fm. You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719. For more Las Vegas news, make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter, Hey Las Vegas. Looking to advertise on City Cast Las Vegas? Check out our options for podcast and newsletter ads at citycast.fm/advertise. A politician’s first 100 days are often seen as a forecast of their tenure — what can they get done in this political grace period? Today, co-host Dayvid Figler sits down with Las Vegas Mayor Shelley Berkley, whose 100th day in office is coming up next week. They talk about the headway she’s making on the Badlands settlement, animal welfare, and homelessness … and if she’ll run for a second term.

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]]> 1674 How Federal Cuts Could Impact Your Summer Vacation https://lasvegas.citycast.fm/podcasts Among the many organizations affected by the federal budget cuts, our national parks and monuments are also facing job losses and belt-tightening measures. Locally, we’ve seen jobs cut at Lake Mead National Recreation Area, Death Valley National Park, and Zion National Park. So what does this mean for your summer vacation plans? Co-host Sarah Lohman talks with Bertha Gutierrez, the Nevada Program Director for the Conservation Lands Foundation, about budget cuts and other new attacks on our public lands that could drastically change how we hike, camp, and play outdoors. Learn more about the sponsors of this March 4th episode: Treefort Music Fest Vegas PBS Want to get in touch? Follow us @CityCastVegas on Instagram, or email us at lasvegas@citycast.fm. You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719. For more Las Vegas news, make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter, Hey Las Vegas. Looking to advertise on City Cast Las Vegas? Check out our options for podcast and newsletter ads at citycast.fm/advertise. Tue, 04 Mar 2025 11:00:00 -0000 How Federal Cuts Could Impact Your Summer Vacation full City Cast Among the many organizations affected by the federal budget cuts, our national parks and monuments are also facing job losses and belt-tightening measures. Locally, we’ve seen jobs cut at Lake Mead National Recreation Area, Death Valley National Park, and Zion National Park. So what does this mean for your summer vacation plans? Co-host Sarah Lohman talks with Bertha Gutierrez, the Nevada Program Director for the Conservation Lands Foundation, about budget cuts and other new attacks on our public lands that could drastically change how we hike, camp, and play outdoors. Learn more about the sponsors of this March 4th episode: Treefort Music Fest Vegas PBS Want to get in touch? Follow us @CityCastVegas on Instagram, or email us at lasvegas@citycast.fm. You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719. For more Las Vegas news, make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter, Hey Las Vegas. Looking to advertise on City Cast Las Vegas? Check out our options for podcast and newsletter ads at citycast.fm/advertise. Among the many organizations affected by the federal budget cuts, our national parks and monuments are also facing job losses and belt-tightening measures. Locally, we’ve seen jobs cut at Lake Mead National Recreation Area, Death Valley National Park, and Zion National Park. So what does this mean for your summer vacation plans? Co-host Sarah Lohman talks with Bertha Gutierrez, the Nevada Program Director for the Conservation Lands Foundation, about budget cuts and other new attacks on our public lands that could drastically change how we hike, camp, and play outdoors.

Learn more about the sponsors of this March 4th episode:

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]]> 1474 The CCSD Superintendent Search, Reality TV Edition https://lasvegas.citycast.fm/podcasts The search for the next leader of the Clark County School District is heating up, with just three candidates left in the running. A lot’s at stake: CCSD is the state’s biggest employer, the nation’s fifth largest school district, and, frankly, kind of a hot mess. So who exactly are these three superintendent candidates, and what sets them apart? Today, co-host Dayvid Figler sits down with school district observer and education advocate Patricia Haddad Bennett to discuss how the search is going and which Bachelorette each of the final three would be if they were on reality TV. You can find the list of upcoming community forums and public meetings (on March 10, 11, and 13) here. Who’s your school board trustee? Find your district on this map and the list of trustees here. Learn more about the sponsors of this March 3rd episode: Treefort Music Fest Vegas PBS Want to get in touch? Follow us @CityCastVegas on Instagram, or email us at lasvegas@citycast.fm. You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719. For more Las Vegas news, make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter, Hey Las Vegas. Looking to advertise on City Cast Las Vegas? Check out our options for podcast and newsletter ads at citycast.fm/advertise. Mon, 03 Mar 2025 11:00:00 -0000 The CCSD Superintendent Search, Reality TV Edition full City Cast The search for the next leader of the Clark County School District is heating up, with just three candidates left in the running. A lot’s at stake: CCSD is the state’s biggest employer, the nation’s fifth largest school district, and, frankly, kind of a hot mess. So who exactly are these three superintendent candidates, and what sets them apart? Today, co-host Dayvid Figler sits down with school district observer and education advocate Patricia Haddad Bennett to discuss how the search is going and which Bachelorette each of the final three would be if they were on reality TV. You can find the list of upcoming community forums and public meetings (on March 10, 11, and 13) here. Who’s your school board trustee? Find your district on this map and the list of trustees here. Learn more about the sponsors of this March 3rd episode: Treefort Music Fest Vegas PBS Want to get in touch? Follow us @CityCastVegas on Instagram, or email us at lasvegas@citycast.fm. You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719. For more Las Vegas news, make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter, Hey Las Vegas. Looking to advertise on City Cast Las Vegas? Check out our options for podcast and newsletter ads at citycast.fm/advertise. The search for the next leader of the Clark County School District is heating up, with just three candidates left in the running. A lot’s at stake: CCSD is the state’s biggest employer, the nation’s fifth largest school district, and, frankly, kind of a hot mess. So who exactly are these three superintendent candidates, and what sets them apart? Today, co-host Dayvid Figler sits down with school district observer and education advocate Patricia Haddad Bennett to discuss how the search is going and which Bachelorette each of the final three would be if they were on reality TV.

You can find the list of upcoming community forums and public meetings (on March 10, 11, and 13) here. Who’s your school board trustee? Find your district on this map and the list of trustees here.

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]]> 1507 Who Donated Those Cybertrucks to Metro? Plus, Landlords in the Legislature and the Vegas Spaceport https://lasvegas.citycast.fm/podcasts After a few days of speculation, the mysterious donor of 11 Cybertrucks to the Las Vegas Metro Police Department has been revealed: Tech investors and philanthropists Ben and Felicia Horowitz. So why does that matter? Today, co-hosts Dayvid Figler and Sarah Lohman chat with Nevada Current deputy editor April Corbin Girnus about the revelation. They also discuss April’s recent reporting on landlords outnumbering renters in the Nevada Legislature, and the proposal to build a “spaceport” in the desert outside of Las Vegas. Learn more about the sponsors of this February 27th episode: Treefort Music Fest Want to get in touch? Follow us @CityCastVegas on Instagram, or email us at lasvegas@citycast.fm. You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719. For more Las Vegas news, make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter, Hey Las Vegas. Looking to advertise on City Cast Las Vegas? Check out our options for podcast and newsletter ads at citycast.fm/advertise. Fri, 28 Feb 2025 11:00:00 -0000 Who Donated Those Cybertrucks to Metro? Plus, Landlords in the Legislature and the Vegas Spaceport full City Cast After a few days of speculation, the mysterious donor of 11 Cybertrucks to the Las Vegas Metro Police Department has been revealed: Tech investors and philanthropists Ben and Felicia Horowitz. So why does that matter? Today, co-hosts Dayvid Figler and Sarah Lohman chat with Nevada Current deputy editor April Corbin Girnus about the revelation. They also discuss April’s recent reporting on landlords outnumbering renters in the Nevada Legislature, and the proposal to build a “spaceport” in the desert outside of Las Vegas. Learn more about the sponsors of this February 27th episode: Treefort Music Fest Want to get in touch? Follow us @CityCastVegas on Instagram, or email us at lasvegas@citycast.fm. You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719. For more Las Vegas news, make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter, Hey Las Vegas. Looking to advertise on City Cast Las Vegas? Check out our options for podcast and newsletter ads at citycast.fm/advertise. After a few days of speculation, the mysterious donor of 11 Cybertrucks to the Las Vegas Metro Police Department has been revealed: Tech investors and philanthropists Ben and Felicia Horowitz. So why does that matter? Today, co-hosts Dayvid Figler and Sarah Lohman chat with Nevada Current deputy editor April Corbin Girnus about the revelation. They also discuss April’s recent reporting on landlords outnumbering renters in the Nevada Legislature, and the proposal to build a “spaceport” in the desert outside of Las Vegas.

Learn more about the sponsors of this February 27th episode:

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]]> 2064 Your Guide to March 2025 in Las Vegas https://lasvegas.citycast.fm/ You already know our March Guide is the best way for you to make the most of March in Las Vegas. Andrew Kiraly, publisher of thelist.vegas, joins hosts Sarah Lohman and Dayvid Figler to go over show-stopping experiences, mouth-watering food options, and a couple of kickers you won’t want to miss. If you like our outdoor options, be sure to check out our guide to the Ice Age Fossils State Park! 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 Las Vegas community.  For even more tips on how to make the most of March in Las Vegas, check out Hey Las Vegas’s take on what to do this month.  Learn more about the sponsors of this February 27th episode: Treefort Music Fest There’s still time to vote for City Cast Las Vegas for Best Vegas Podcast! Want to get in touch? Follow us @CityCastVegas on Instagram, or email us at lasvegas@citycast.fm. You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719. For more Las Vegas news, make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter, Hey Las Vegas. Looking to advertise on City Cast Las Vegas? Check out our options for podcast and newsletter ads at citycast.fm/advertise. Thu, 27 Feb 2025 11:00:00 -0000 Your Guide to March 2025 in Las Vegas full City Cast You already know our March Guide is the best way for you to make the most of March in Las Vegas. Andrew Kiraly, publisher of thelist.vegas, joins hosts Sarah Lohman and Dayvid Figler to go over show-stopping experiences, mouth-watering food options, and a couple of kickers you won’t want to miss. If you like our outdoor options, be sure to check out our guide to the Ice Age Fossils State Park! 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 Las Vegas community.  For even more tips on how to make the most of March in Las Vegas, check out Hey Las Vegas’s take on what to do this month.  Learn more about the sponsors of this February 27th episode: Treefort Music Fest There’s still time to vote for City Cast Las Vegas for Best Vegas Podcast! Want to get in touch? Follow us @CityCastVegas on Instagram, or email us at lasvegas@citycast.fm. You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719. For more Las Vegas news, make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter, Hey Las Vegas. Looking to advertise on City Cast Las Vegas? Check out our options for podcast and newsletter ads at citycast.fm/advertise. You already know our March Guide is the best way for you to make the most of March in Las Vegas. Andrew Kiraly, publisher of thelist.vegas, joins hosts Sarah Lohman and Dayvid Figler to go over show-stopping experiences, mouth-watering food options, and a couple of kickers you won’t want to miss. If you like our outdoor options, be sure to check out our guide to the Ice Age Fossils State Park!

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 Las Vegas community. 

For even more tips on how to make the most of March in Las Vegas, check out Hey Las Vegas’s take on what to do this month. 

Learn more about the sponsors of this February 27th episode:

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There’s still time to vote for City Cast Las Vegas for Best Vegas Podcast!

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]]> 1720 The Best (And Worst) Classic Vegas Movies https://lasvegas.citycast.fm/podcasts How well do you know your Vegas film lore? With the Oscars coming up, we’re bringing back a conversation that co-host Dayvid Figler had with writer and professor Greg Crosby about the best (and worst) representations of Las Vegas on film. Spoiler: “Showgirls” (1995) gets nods for both the best AND worst. Learn more about the sponsors of this February 26th episode: Treefort Music Fest Want to get in touch? Follow us @CityCastVegas on Instagram, or email us at lasvegas@citycast.fm. You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719. For more Las Vegas news, make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter, Hey Las Vegas. Looking to advertise on City Cast Las Vegas? Check out our options for podcast and newsletter ads at citycast.fm/advertise. Wed, 26 Feb 2025 11:00:00 -0000 The Best (And Worst) Classic Vegas Movies full City Cast How well do you know your Vegas film lore? With the Oscars coming up, we’re bringing back a conversation that co-host Dayvid Figler had with writer and professor Greg Crosby about the best (and worst) representations of Las Vegas on film. Spoiler: “Showgirls” (1995) gets nods for both the best AND worst. Learn more about the sponsors of this February 26th episode: Treefort Music Fest Want to get in touch? Follow us @CityCastVegas on Instagram, or email us at lasvegas@citycast.fm. You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719. For more Las Vegas news, make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter, Hey Las Vegas. Looking to advertise on City Cast Las Vegas? Check out our options for podcast and newsletter ads at citycast.fm/advertise. How well do you know your Vegas film lore? With the Oscars coming up, we’re bringing back a conversation that co-host Dayvid Figler had with writer and professor Greg Crosby about the best (and worst) representations of Las Vegas on film. Spoiler: “Showgirls” (1995) gets nods for both the best AND worst.

Learn more about the sponsors of this February 26th episode:

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]]> 1287 Your Guide to Everything New at Town Square https://lasvegas.citycast.fm/podcasts When Town Square Las Vegas opened in 2007, it was a unique destination for the city. But as Las Vegas grew and evolved, the excitement surrounding the space faded. Now, with new attractions and restaurant openings, is Town Square worth a second look for Las Vegas locals? Co-host Dayvid Figler sits down with Hey Las Vegas newsletter editor Rob Kachelriess to explore everything new at the revitalized Town Square. Learn more about the sponsors of this February 25th episode: Treefort Music Fest Want to get in touch? Follow us @CityCastVegas on Instagram, or email us at lasvegas@citycast.fm. You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719. For more Las Vegas news, make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter, Hey Las Vegas. Looking to advertise on City Cast Las Vegas? Check out our options for podcast and newsletter ads at citycast.fm/advertise. Tue, 25 Feb 2025 11:00:00 -0000 Your Guide to Everything New at Town Square full City Cast When Town Square Las Vegas opened in 2007, it was a unique destination for the city. But as Las Vegas grew and evolved, the excitement surrounding the space faded. Now, with new attractions and restaurant openings, is Town Square worth a second look for Las Vegas locals? Co-host Dayvid Figler sits down with Hey Las Vegas newsletter editor Rob Kachelriess to explore everything new at the revitalized Town Square. Learn more about the sponsors of this February 25th episode: Treefort Music Fest Want to get in touch? Follow us @CityCastVegas on Instagram, or email us at lasvegas@citycast.fm. You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719. For more Las Vegas news, make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter, Hey Las Vegas. Looking to advertise on City Cast Las Vegas? Check out our options for podcast and newsletter ads at citycast.fm/advertise. When Town Square Las Vegas opened in 2007, it was a unique destination for the city. But as Las Vegas grew and evolved, the excitement surrounding the space faded. Now, with new attractions and restaurant openings, is Town Square worth a second look for Las Vegas locals? Co-host Dayvid Figler sits down with Hey Las Vegas newsletter editor Rob Kachelriess to explore everything new at the revitalized Town Square.

Learn more about the sponsors of this February 25th episode:

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]]> 1485 Surprising Truths About Our Desert Tortoises https://lasvegas.citycast.fm/ Spring is here, which means that desert tortoises will soon be emerging from brumation (that’s hibernation for reptiles) — but as they venture out into the sunshine, they face increasing dangers every year, from cars, solar projects, and even ravens. So we’re bringing back a conversation that co-host Sarah Lohman had with wildlife biologist Beth Wolff last year about all the things that make desert tortoises so unique and fragile, and what you should do when you encounter one. Learn more about the sponsors of this February 24th episode: Babbel - Get up to 60% off at Babbel.com/CITYCAST Treefort Music Fest Want to get in touch? Follow us @CityCastVegas on Instagram, or email us at lasvegas@citycast.fm. You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719. For more Las Vegas news, make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter, Hey Las Vegas. Looking to advertise on City Cast Las Vegas? Check out our options for podcast and newsletter ads at citycast.fm/advertise. Mon, 24 Feb 2025 11:00:00 -0000 Surprising Truths About Our Desert Tortoises full City Cast Spring is here, which means that desert tortoises will soon be emerging from brumation (that’s hibernation for reptiles) — but as they venture out into the sunshine, they face increasing dangers every year, from cars, solar projects, and even ravens. So we’re bringing back a conversation that co-host Sarah Lohman had with wildlife biologist Beth Wolff last year about all the things that make desert tortoises so unique and fragile, and what you should do when you encounter one. Learn more about the sponsors of this February 24th episode: Babbel - Get up to 60% off at Babbel.com/CITYCAST Treefort Music Fest Want to get in touch? Follow us @CityCastVegas on Instagram, or email us at lasvegas@citycast.fm. You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719. For more Las Vegas news, make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter, Hey Las Vegas. Looking to advertise on City Cast Las Vegas? Check out our options for podcast and newsletter ads at citycast.fm/advertise. Spring is here, which means that desert tortoises will soon be emerging from brumation (that’s hibernation for reptiles) — but as they venture out into the sunshine, they face increasing dangers every year, from cars, solar projects, and even ravens. So we’re bringing back a conversation that co-host Sarah Lohman had with wildlife biologist Beth Wolff last year about all the things that make desert tortoises so unique and fragile, and what you should do when you encounter one.

Learn more about the sponsors of this February 24th episode:

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]]> 1347 Another Henderson Police Scandal, Public Funds for Homeless Campus, and Year-Round Horror in Las Vegas https://lasvegas.citycast.fm Welcome to this week’s Friday news roundup, where we break down the top headlines from around Las Vegas. In today’s episode, you’ll hear about the transparency issues surrounding yet another Henderson police chief asked to step down, the surprising percentage of public funds slated for the Campus of Hope, and a year-round immersive horror experience coming to Las Vegas. Co-hosts Sarah Lohman and Dayvid Figler are joined by Nevada Current journalist Michael MJ Lyle. Learn more about the sponsors of this February 21st episode: Babbel - Get up to 60% off at Babbel.com/CITYCAST Treefort Music Fest Want to get in touch? Follow us @CityCastVegas on Instagram, or email us at lasvegas@citycast.fm. You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719. For more Las Vegas news, make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter, Hey Las Vegas. Looking to advertise on City Cast Las Vegas? Check out our options for podcast and newsletter ads at citycast.fm/advertise. Fri, 21 Feb 2025 11:00:00 -0000 Another Henderson Police Scandal, Public Funds for Homeless Campus, and Year-Round Horror in Las Vegas full City Cast Welcome to this week’s Friday news roundup, where we break down the top headlines from around Las Vegas. In today’s episode, you’ll hear about the transparency issues surrounding yet another Henderson police chief asked to step down, the surprising percentage of public funds slated for the Campus of Hope, and a year-round immersive horror experience coming to Las Vegas. Co-hosts Sarah Lohman and Dayvid Figler are joined by Nevada Current journalist Michael MJ Lyle. Learn more about the sponsors of this February 21st episode: Babbel - Get up to 60% off at Babbel.com/CITYCAST Treefort Music Fest Want to get in touch? Follow us @CityCastVegas on Instagram, or email us at lasvegas@citycast.fm. You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719. For more Las Vegas news, make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter, Hey Las Vegas. Looking to advertise on City Cast Las Vegas? Check out our options for podcast and newsletter ads at citycast.fm/advertise. Welcome to this week’s Friday news roundup, where we break down the top headlines from around Las Vegas. In today’s episode, you’ll hear about the transparency issues surrounding yet another Henderson police chief asked to step down, the surprising percentage of public funds slated for the Campus of Hope, and a year-round immersive horror experience coming to Las Vegas. Co-hosts Sarah Lohman and Dayvid Figler are joined by Nevada Current journalist Michael MJ Lyle.

Learn more about the sponsors of this February 21st episode:

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]]> 2095 2025's Must-Try Vegas Coffee Shops https://lasvegas.citycast.fm/ Las Vegas may not be known for its coffee, but locals know our coffee scene is thriving and evolving every year. Join co-host Sarah Lohman as she sits down with local coffee blogger Melissa Martinez (@meliscafecito on Instagram) to explore the best coffee spots in the valley, from beloved long-time favorites to the latest trendy cafés. Tune in for insider tips on where to find the best brews and pastries, and discover the exciting new trends shaping Las Vegas' growing coffee culture. Mentioned in this episode: Evergreen Yaw Pups n Cups Tres Niñas María Valiente Car-feteria Iwana Las Tres Maganda Aware Savor Roma Take It Easy Gäbi Skimos Grouchy John's Tous les Jours Rosallie Café Lola Mrs Coco Alchemy Neighbors Cafe Chamana’s Want to get in touch? Follow us @CityCastVegas on Instagram, or email us at lasvegas@citycast.fm. You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719. For more Las Vegas news, make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter, Hey Las Vegas. Looking to advertise on City Cast Las Vegas? Check out our options for podcast and newsletter ads at citycast.fm/advertise. Thu, 20 Feb 2025 11:00:00 -0000 2025's Must-Try Vegas Coffee Shops full City Cast Las Vegas may not be known for its coffee, but locals know our coffee scene is thriving and evolving every year. Join co-host Sarah Lohman as she sits down with local coffee blogger Melissa Martinez (@meliscafecito on Instagram) to explore the best coffee spots in the valley, from beloved long-time favorites to the latest trendy cafés. Tune in for insider tips on where to find the best brews and pastries, and discover the exciting new trends shaping Las Vegas' growing coffee culture. Mentioned in this episode: Evergreen Yaw Pups n Cups Tres Niñas María Valiente Car-feteria Iwana Las Tres Maganda Aware Savor Roma Take It Easy Gäbi Skimos Grouchy John's Tous les Jours Rosallie Café Lola Mrs Coco Alchemy Neighbors Cafe Chamana’s Want to get in touch? Follow us @CityCastVegas on Instagram, or email us at lasvegas@citycast.fm. You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719. For more Las Vegas news, make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter, Hey Las Vegas. Looking to advertise on City Cast Las Vegas? Check out our options for podcast and newsletter ads at citycast.fm/advertise. Las Vegas may not be known for its coffee, but locals know our coffee scene is thriving and evolving every year. Join co-host Sarah Lohman as she sits down with local coffee blogger Melissa Martinez (@meliscafecito on Instagram) to explore the best coffee spots in the valley, from beloved long-time favorites to the latest trendy cafés. Tune in for insider tips on where to find the best brews and pastries, and discover the exciting new trends shaping Las Vegas' growing coffee culture.

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]]> 1446 What the Boring Company’s Actions in Vegas Signal About DOGE https://lasvegas.citycast.fm/ Last month, we published an investigation in collaboration with ProPublica, shedding light on Elon Musk’s Boring Company operating in Las Vegas with little government oversight. Since then, Musk’s influence within the Trump administration has only grown as he seemingly heads the so-called Department of Government Efficiency. In his capacity as an employee of the White House Office, Musk has been interviewed alongside the president, publicly advocating for cuts to agencies like USAID. As this administration continues reshaping the government, co-hosts Sarah Lohman and Dayvid Figler delve into what the Boring Company’s activities in Las Vegas could reveal about Musk’s approach to governance at the federal level. Learn more about the sponsors of this February 19th episode: Babbel - Get up to 60% off at Babbel.com/CITYCAST Treefort Music Fest Want to get in touch? Follow us @CityCastVegas on Instagram, or email us at lasvegas@citycast.fm. You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719. For more Las Vegas news, make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter, Hey Las Vegas. Looking to advertise on City Cast Las Vegas? Check out our options for podcast and newsletter ads at citycast.fm/advertise. Wed, 19 Feb 2025 11:00:00 -0000 What the Boring Company’s Actions in Vegas Signal About DOGE full City Cast Last month, we published an investigation in collaboration with ProPublica, shedding light on Elon Musk’s Boring Company operating in Las Vegas with little government oversight. Since then, Musk’s influence within the Trump administration has only grown as he seemingly heads the so-called Department of Government Efficiency. In his capacity as an employee of the White House Office, Musk has been interviewed alongside the president, publicly advocating for cuts to agencies like USAID. As this administration continues reshaping the government, co-hosts Sarah Lohman and Dayvid Figler delve into what the Boring Company’s activities in Las Vegas could reveal about Musk’s approach to governance at the federal level. Learn more about the sponsors of this February 19th episode: Babbel - Get up to 60% off at Babbel.com/CITYCAST Treefort Music Fest Want to get in touch? Follow us @CityCastVegas on Instagram, or email us at lasvegas@citycast.fm. You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719. For more Las Vegas news, make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter, Hey Las Vegas. Looking to advertise on City Cast Las Vegas? Check out our options for podcast and newsletter ads at citycast.fm/advertise. Last month, we published an investigation in collaboration with ProPublica, shedding light on Elon Musk’s Boring Company operating in Las Vegas with little government oversight. Since then, Musk’s influence within the Trump administration has only grown as he seemingly heads the so-called Department of Government Efficiency. In his capacity as an employee of the White House Office, Musk has been interviewed alongside the president, publicly advocating for cuts to agencies like USAID. As this administration continues reshaping the government, co-hosts Sarah Lohman and Dayvid Figler delve into what the Boring Company’s activities in Las Vegas could reveal about Musk’s approach to governance at the federal level.

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]]> 1469 Can Vintage Motels Help Solve Homelessness? https://lasvegas.citycast.fm/ Clark County’s public camping ban went into effect this month, following previously passed bans in the City of Las Vegas and Henderson. As waitlists for housing grow, we explore an innovative new program by U.S.VETS that turned the vintage Safari Motel on Fremont Street into housing. Co-host Dayvid Figler sits down with the National Director of Executive Leadership Shalimar Cabrera to hear about the achievements and hurdles of the experiment as they pursue funding renewal. Looking for services or to volunteer with U.S.VETS? Find more information here. There’s still time to vote for Best Vegas Podcast! Learn more about the sponsors of this February 18th episode: Babbel - Get up to 60% off at Babbel.com/CITYCAST Treefort Music Fest Want to get in touch? Follow us @CityCastVegas on Instagram, or email us at lasvegas@citycast.fm. You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719. For more Las Vegas news, make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter, Hey Las Vegas. Looking to advertise on City Cast Las Vegas? Check out our options for podcast and newsletter ads at citycast.fm/advertise. Tue, 18 Feb 2025 11:00:00 -0000 Can Vintage Motels Help Solve Homelessness? full City Cast Clark County’s public camping ban went into effect this month, following previously passed bans in the City of Las Vegas and Henderson. As waitlists for housing grow, we explore an innovative new program by U.S.VETS that turned the vintage Safari Motel on Fremont Street into housing. Co-host Dayvid Figler sits down with the National Director of Executive Leadership Shalimar Cabrera to hear about the achievements and hurdles of the experiment as they pursue funding renewal. Looking for services or to volunteer with U.S.VETS? Find more information here. There’s still time to vote for Best Vegas Podcast! Learn more about the sponsors of this February 18th episode: Babbel - Get up to 60% off at Babbel.com/CITYCAST Treefort Music Fest Want to get in touch? Follow us @CityCastVegas on Instagram, or email us at lasvegas@citycast.fm. You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719. For more Las Vegas news, make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter, Hey Las Vegas. Looking to advertise on City Cast Las Vegas? Check out our options for podcast and newsletter ads at citycast.fm/advertise. Clark County’s public camping ban went into effect this month, following previously passed bans in the City of Las Vegas and Henderson. As waitlists for housing grow, we explore an innovative new program by U.S.VETS that turned the vintage Safari Motel on Fremont Street into housing. Co-host Dayvid Figler sits down with the National Director of Executive Leadership Shalimar Cabrera to hear about the achievements and hurdles of the experiment as they pursue funding renewal.

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]]> 1446 Proposed Tax Change for Education, Mayor Goodman’s Legacy, and The Sphere’s First Boy Band https://lasvegas.citycast.fm/ After over 200 days, it finally rained in Las Vegas but that’s not the only news this week. For our weekly news roundup, we discuss the legislature’s quick decision to tackle egg prices, a proposed tax revamp to increase school funding, and Mayor Goodman’s legacy. Plus, the newest residency at the Sphere means that Backstreet’s back. Alright? Education advocate Patricia Haddad Bennett joins City Cast co-host Dayvid Figler and producer Layla Muhammad.   Don’t forget to vote for City Cast Las Vegas for Best Vegas Podcast! Want to get in touch? Follow us @CityCastVegas on Instagram, or email us at lasvegas@citycast.fm. You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719. There’s still time to vote for us for Best Vegas Podcast! For more Las Vegas news, make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter, Hey Las Vegas. Looking to advertise on City Cast Las Vegas? Check out our options for podcast and newsletter ads at citycast.fm/advertise. Fri, 14 Feb 2025 11:00:00 -0000 Proposed Tax Change for Education, Mayor Goodman’s Legacy, and The Sphere’s First Boy Band full City Cast After over 200 days, it finally rained in Las Vegas but that’s not the only news this week. For our weekly news roundup, we discuss the legislature’s quick decision to tackle egg prices, a proposed tax revamp to increase school funding, and Mayor Goodman’s legacy. Plus, the newest residency at the Sphere means that Backstreet’s back. Alright? Education advocate Patricia Haddad Bennett joins City Cast co-host Dayvid Figler and producer Layla Muhammad.   Don’t forget to vote for City Cast Las Vegas for Best Vegas Podcast! Want to get in touch? Follow us @CityCastVegas on Instagram, or email us at lasvegas@citycast.fm. You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719. There’s still time to vote for us for Best Vegas Podcast! For more Las Vegas news, make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter, Hey Las Vegas. Looking to advertise on City Cast Las Vegas? Check out our options for podcast and newsletter ads at citycast.fm/advertise. After over 200 days, it finally rained in Las Vegas but that’s not the only news this week. For our weekly news roundup, we discuss the legislature’s quick decision to tackle egg prices, a proposed tax revamp to increase school funding, and Mayor Goodman’s legacy. Plus, the newest residency at the Sphere means that Backstreet’s back. Alright? Education advocate Patricia Haddad Bennett joins City Cast co-host Dayvid Figler and producer Layla Muhammad.  

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]]> 1917 The Surprising Story Behind the Ethel M Chocolate Factory https://lasvegas.citycast.fm/ Nothing says “Valentine’s Day” in Las Vegas like Ethel M Chocolates. Since 1981, this Henderson-based chocolate factory has been crafting premium sweets and boozy treats, and testing new flavors. To celebrate the holiday, we’re bringing a conversation co-host Sarah Lohman had with chief chocolatier Mark Mackey about Ethel M’s surprising origin story, and why Las Vegas is the perfect place for a chocolate factory. Also, be sure to vote for us for Best Vegas Podcast! Want to get in touch? Follow us @CityCastVegas on Instagram, or email us at lasvegas@citycast.fm. You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719. For more Las Vegas news, make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter, Hey Las Vegas. Looking to advertise on City Cast Las Vegas? Check out our options for podcast and newsletter ads at citycast.fm/advertise. Thu, 13 Feb 2025 11:00:00 -0000 The Surprising Story Behind the Ethel M Chocolate Factory full City Cast Nothing says “Valentine’s Day” in Las Vegas like Ethel M Chocolates. Since 1981, this Henderson-based chocolate factory has been crafting premium sweets and boozy treats, and testing new flavors. To celebrate the holiday, we’re bringing a conversation co-host Sarah Lohman had with chief chocolatier Mark Mackey about Ethel M’s surprising origin story, and why Las Vegas is the perfect place for a chocolate factory. Also, be sure to vote for us for Best Vegas Podcast! Want to get in touch? Follow us @CityCastVegas on Instagram, or email us at lasvegas@citycast.fm. You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719. For more Las Vegas news, make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter, Hey Las Vegas. Looking to advertise on City Cast Las Vegas? Check out our options for podcast and newsletter ads at citycast.fm/advertise. Nothing says “Valentine’s Day” in Las Vegas like Ethel M Chocolates. Since 1981, this Henderson-based chocolate factory has been crafting premium sweets and boozy treats, and testing new flavors. To celebrate the holiday, we’re bringing a conversation co-host Sarah Lohman had with chief chocolatier Mark Mackey about Ethel M’s surprising origin story, and why Las Vegas is the perfect place for a chocolate factory.

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]]> 1251 This Year's Biggest Showdowns in the Nevada Legislature https://lasvegas.citycast.fm/ Now that Nevada’s 2025 legislative session is underway, what are the biggest showdowns we might see over the next four months, and what can Las Vegans especially be keeping an eye out for? Nevada Current deputy editor April Corbin Girnus sits down with co-host Dayvid Figler to talk about budget battles, Uber vs “billboard lawyers,” the impact of our divided government, and how the state might respond to potential cuts at the federal level. There’s still time to vote for us for Best Vegas Podcast!  Want to get in touch? Follow us @CityCastVegas on Instagram, or email us at lasvegas@citycast.fm. You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719. For more Las Vegas news, make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter, Hey Las Vegas. Looking to advertise on City Cast Las Vegas? Check out our options for podcast and newsletter ads at citycast.fm/advertise. Wed, 12 Feb 2025 11:00:00 -0000 This Year's Biggest Showdowns in the Nevada Legislature full City Cast Now that Nevada’s 2025 legislative session is underway, what are the biggest showdowns we might see over the next four months, and what can Las Vegans especially be keeping an eye out for? Nevada Current deputy editor April Corbin Girnus sits down with co-host Dayvid Figler to talk about budget battles, Uber vs “billboard lawyers,” the impact of our divided government, and how the state might respond to potential cuts at the federal level. There’s still time to vote for us for Best Vegas Podcast!  Want to get in touch? Follow us @CityCastVegas on Instagram, or email us at lasvegas@citycast.fm. You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719. For more Las Vegas news, make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter, Hey Las Vegas. Looking to advertise on City Cast Las Vegas? Check out our options for podcast and newsletter ads at citycast.fm/advertise. Now that Nevada’s 2025 legislative session is underway, what are the biggest showdowns we might see over the next four months, and what can Las Vegans especially be keeping an eye out for? Nevada Current deputy editor April Corbin Girnus sits down with co-host Dayvid Figler to talk about budget battles, Uber vs “billboard lawyers,” the impact of our divided government, and how the state might respond to potential cuts at the federal level.

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]]> 1466 The Wildest Vegas Projects That Were Never Built https://lasvegas.citycast.fm/ A lot of wild ideas get launched in Vegas and we’re home to the weirdest combination of architecture on the planet. But is there another Vegas, an even weirder version, that was never built? As the city waits to see if the A’s baseball stadium will break ground this year, co-hosts Sarah Lohman and Dayvid Figler sit down with UNLV history professor Michael Green to run through the wildest Vegas projects that were never built. Don’t forget to vote for us for Best Vegas Podcast! Want to get in touch? Follow us @CityCastVegas on Instagram, or email us at lasvegas@citycast.fm. You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719. For more Las Vegas news, make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter, Hey Las Vegas. Looking to advertise on City Cast Las Vegas? Check out our options for podcast and newsletter ads at citycast.fm/advertise. Tue, 11 Feb 2025 11:00:00 -0000 The Wildest Vegas Projects That Were Never Built full City Cast A lot of wild ideas get launched in Vegas and we’re home to the weirdest combination of architecture on the planet. But is there another Vegas, an even weirder version, that was never built? As the city waits to see if the A’s baseball stadium will break ground this year, co-hosts Sarah Lohman and Dayvid Figler sit down with UNLV history professor Michael Green to run through the wildest Vegas projects that were never built. Don’t forget to vote for us for Best Vegas Podcast! Want to get in touch? Follow us @CityCastVegas on Instagram, or email us at lasvegas@citycast.fm. You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719. For more Las Vegas news, make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter, Hey Las Vegas. Looking to advertise on City Cast Las Vegas? Check out our options for podcast and newsletter ads at citycast.fm/advertise. A lot of wild ideas get launched in Vegas and we’re home to the weirdest combination of architecture on the planet. But is there another Vegas, an even weirder version, that was never built? As the city waits to see if the A’s baseball stadium will break ground this year, co-hosts Sarah Lohman and Dayvid Figler sit down with UNLV history professor Michael Green to run through the wildest Vegas projects that were never built.

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]]> 1455 Fremont Street Secrets to Impress Your Friends https://lasvegas.citycast.fm Whatever you might think of the Fremont Street Experience, or however well you think you know downtown Las Vegas, we’ve got you covered with our take on the street’s best-kept secrets and surprises. Today, our resident Vegas insiders, co-hosts Dayvid Figler and Sarah Lohman, along with newsletter editor Rob Kachelriess, dish on their favorite Fremont Street hidden gems: From glimpses of the Las Vegas of yesteryear, to the best eats and drinks you never knew you needed. Want to get in touch? Follow us @CityCastVegas on Instagram, or email us at lasvegas@citycast.fm. You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719. For more Las Vegas news, make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter, Hey Las Vegas. Looking to advertise on City Cast Las Vegas? Check out our options for podcast and newsletter ads at citycast.fm/advertise. Mon, 10 Feb 2025 11:00:00 -0000 Fremont Street Secrets to Impress Your Friends full City Cast Whatever you might think of the Fremont Street Experience, or however well you think you know downtown Las Vegas, we’ve got you covered with our take on the street’s best-kept secrets and surprises. Today, our resident Vegas insiders, co-hosts Dayvid Figler and Sarah Lohman, along with newsletter editor Rob Kachelriess, dish on their favorite Fremont Street hidden gems: From glimpses of the Las Vegas of yesteryear, to the best eats and drinks you never knew you needed. Want to get in touch? Follow us @CityCastVegas on Instagram, or email us at lasvegas@citycast.fm. You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719. For more Las Vegas news, make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter, Hey Las Vegas. Looking to advertise on City Cast Las Vegas? Check out our options for podcast and newsletter ads at citycast.fm/advertise. Whatever you might think of the Fremont Street Experience, or however well you think you know downtown Las Vegas, we’ve got you covered with our take on the street’s best-kept secrets and surprises. Today, our resident Vegas insiders, co-hosts Dayvid Figler and Sarah Lohman, along with newsletter editor Rob Kachelriess, dish on their favorite Fremont Street hidden gems: From glimpses of the Las Vegas of yesteryear, to the best eats and drinks you never knew you needed.

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]]> 1600 Nevada Loses Millions in Solar Funds, Unlicensed Doctors Arrested, and the Strip Loses Power https://lasvegas.citycast.fm/ This unusually warm weather was not the only news keeping Las Vegans on their toes this week. Nevada just lost millions of dollars in solar energy funds after President Trump cut access to the Inflation Reduction Act, Metro police responded to reports of an unlicensed doctor’s office causing multiple people to become ill, and chaos ensued from a power outage on the Strip. Co-hosts Dayvid Figler and Sarah Lohman are joined by thelist.vegas editor Andrew Kiraly for this week’s news roundup. Learn more about the sponsors of this February 7th episode: Aroma Retail Makers and Finders Want to get in touch? Follow us @CityCastVegas on Instagram, or email us at lasvegas@citycast.fm. You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719. For more Las Vegas news, make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter, Hey Las Vegas. Looking to advertise on City Cast Las Vegas? Check out our options for podcast and newsletter ads at citycast.fm/advertise. Fri, 07 Feb 2025 11:00:00 -0000 Nevada Loses Millions in Solar Funds, Unlicensed Doctors Arrested, and the Strip Loses Power full City Cast This unusually warm weather was not the only news keeping Las Vegans on their toes this week. Nevada just lost millions of dollars in solar energy funds after President Trump cut access to the Inflation Reduction Act, Metro police responded to reports of an unlicensed doctor’s office causing multiple people to become ill, and chaos ensued from a power outage on the Strip. Co-hosts Dayvid Figler and Sarah Lohman are joined by thelist.vegas editor Andrew Kiraly for this week’s news roundup. Learn more about the sponsors of this February 7th episode: Aroma Retail Makers and Finders Want to get in touch? Follow us @CityCastVegas on Instagram, or email us at lasvegas@citycast.fm. You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719. For more Las Vegas news, make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter, Hey Las Vegas. Looking to advertise on City Cast Las Vegas? Check out our options for podcast and newsletter ads at citycast.fm/advertise. This unusually warm weather was not the only news keeping Las Vegans on their toes this week. Nevada just lost millions of dollars in solar energy funds after President Trump cut access to the Inflation Reduction Act, Metro police responded to reports of an unlicensed doctor’s office causing multiple people to become ill, and chaos ensued from a power outage on the Strip. Co-hosts Dayvid Figler and Sarah Lohman are joined by thelist.vegas editor Andrew Kiraly for this week’s news roundup.

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]]> 1975 The Most Romantic Restaurants in Las Vegas https://lasvegas.citycast.fm/ Las Vegas might not be Paris, but we hold our own as a destination for lovebirds — so where can you find the most romantic dinners in Las Vegas? Co-host Dayvid Figler is joined by food influencers Giselle D’Souza of Nothing To Do LV Eats and Phil Tzeng, aka Las Vegas Fill, and they share their favorite swoon-worthy dinners in town, at every price point. Learn more about the sponsors of this February 6th episode: Aroma Retail Makers and Finders Want to get in touch? Follow us @CityCastVegas on Instagram, or email us at lasvegas@citycast.fm. You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719. For more Las Vegas news, make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter, Hey Las Vegas. Looking to advertise on City Cast Las Vegas? Check out our options for podcast and newsletter ads at citycast.fm/advertise. Thu, 06 Feb 2025 11:00:00 -0000 The Most Romantic Restaurants in Las Vegas full City Cast Las Vegas might not be Paris, but we hold our own as a destination for lovebirds — so where can you find the most romantic dinners in Las Vegas? Co-host Dayvid Figler is joined by food influencers Giselle D’Souza of Nothing To Do LV Eats and Phil Tzeng, aka Las Vegas Fill, and they share their favorite swoon-worthy dinners in town, at every price point. Learn more about the sponsors of this February 6th episode: Aroma Retail Makers and Finders Want to get in touch? Follow us @CityCastVegas on Instagram, or email us at lasvegas@citycast.fm. You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719. For more Las Vegas news, make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter, Hey Las Vegas. Looking to advertise on City Cast Las Vegas? Check out our options for podcast and newsletter ads at citycast.fm/advertise. Las Vegas might not be Paris, but we hold our own as a destination for lovebirds — so where can you find the most romantic dinners in Las Vegas? Co-host Dayvid Figler is joined by food influencers Giselle D’Souza of Nothing To Do LV Eats and Phil Tzeng, aka Las Vegas Fill, and they share their favorite swoon-worthy dinners in town, at every price point.

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]]> 1333 Myths About Vegas That Are Actually True https://lasvegas.citycast.fm Las Vegas is a city of many tall tales — but sometimes, the outlandish stories actually turn out to be true. Today, writer Corey Levitan, creator of the Vegas Myths Busted column at Casino.org, quizzes City Cast Las Vegas co-host Dayvid Figler and Hey Las Vegas newsletter editor Rob Kachelriess with a game of “two lies and a truth.” Play along and see if you can spot the wild-but-true tales about Elvis, Siegfried and Roy, Steve Wynn, and more. Learn more about the sponsors of this February 5th episode: Aroma Retail Makers and Finders Want to get in touch? Follow us @CityCastVegas on Instagram, or email us at lasvegas@citycast.fm. You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719. For more Las Vegas news, make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter, Hey Las Vegas. Looking to advertise on City Cast Las Vegas? Check out our options for podcast and newsletter ads at citycast.fm/advertise. Wed, 05 Feb 2025 11:00:00 -0000 Myths About Vegas That Are Actually True full City Cast Las Vegas is a city of many tall tales — but sometimes, the outlandish stories actually turn out to be true. Today, writer Corey Levitan, creator of the Vegas Myths Busted column at Casino.org, quizzes City Cast Las Vegas co-host Dayvid Figler and Hey Las Vegas newsletter editor Rob Kachelriess with a game of “two lies and a truth.” Play along and see if you can spot the wild-but-true tales about Elvis, Siegfried and Roy, Steve Wynn, and more. Learn more about the sponsors of this February 5th episode: Aroma Retail Makers and Finders Want to get in touch? Follow us @CityCastVegas on Instagram, or email us at lasvegas@citycast.fm. You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719. For more Las Vegas news, make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter, Hey Las Vegas. Looking to advertise on City Cast Las Vegas? Check out our options for podcast and newsletter ads at citycast.fm/advertise. Las Vegas is a city of many tall tales — but sometimes, the outlandish stories actually turn out to be true. Today, writer Corey Levitan, creator of the Vegas Myths Busted column at Casino.org, quizzes City Cast Las Vegas co-host Dayvid Figler and Hey Las Vegas newsletter editor Rob Kachelriess with a game of “two lies and a truth.” Play along and see if you can spot the wild-but-true tales about Elvis, Siegfried and Roy, Steve Wynn, and more.

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]]> 1240 Before You Buy a Home in Las Vegas, Listen to This https://lasvegas.citycast.fm Despite efforts to increase housing stock, as the Las Vegas Valley expands its borders and lawmakers push to open more federal land for development, buying a house in this city is still more expensive than ever. While homeownership may seem unachievable in this economy, Nia Girma from the Nevada Housing Division offers a different perspective. She sits down with co-host and new homeowner Sarah Lohman to break down what makes homeownership in Las Vegas more affordable than you might think. Learn more about the sponsors of this February 4th episode: Aroma Retail Makers and Finders Want to get in touch? Follow us @CityCastVegas on Instagram, or email us at lasvegas@citycast.fm. You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719. For more Las Vegas news, make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter, Hey Las Vegas. Looking to advertise on City Cast Las Vegas? Check out our options for podcast and newsletter ads at citycast.fm/advertise. Tue, 04 Feb 2025 11:00:00 -0000 Before You Buy a Home in Las Vegas, Listen to This full City Cast Despite efforts to increase housing stock, as the Las Vegas Valley expands its borders and lawmakers push to open more federal land for development, buying a house in this city is still more expensive than ever. While homeownership may seem unachievable in this economy, Nia Girma from the Nevada Housing Division offers a different perspective. She sits down with co-host and new homeowner Sarah Lohman to break down what makes homeownership in Las Vegas more affordable than you might think. Learn more about the sponsors of this February 4th episode: Aroma Retail Makers and Finders Want to get in touch? Follow us @CityCastVegas on Instagram, or email us at lasvegas@citycast.fm. You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719. For more Las Vegas news, make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter, Hey Las Vegas. Looking to advertise on City Cast Las Vegas? Check out our options for podcast and newsletter ads at citycast.fm/advertise. Despite efforts to increase housing stock, as the Las Vegas Valley expands its borders and lawmakers push to open more federal land for development, buying a house in this city is still more expensive than ever. While homeownership may seem unachievable in this economy, Nia Girma from the Nevada Housing Division offers a different perspective. She sits down with co-host and new homeowner Sarah Lohman to break down what makes homeownership in Las Vegas more affordable than you might think.

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]]> 1472 Inside the World’s Biggest Porn Convention https://lasvegas.citycast.fm For decades now, the Adult Video Network (AVN) has held the Adult Entertainment Expo (AEE) in Las Vegas — it’s popularly billed as a porn convention, though it also features seminars, workshops, a floor of adult products, and an awards ceremony (aka “the Oscars of porn”). In other words, it’s a big deal. So we sent co-host Sarah Lohman and burlesque entertainer Dirty Martini to walk the floor last week and tell us what really goes on at the world’s largest porn convention, and why it matters. Learn more about the sponsors of this February 3rd episode: Aroma Retail Makers and Finders Want to get in touch? Follow us @CityCastVegas on Instagram, or email us at lasvegas@citycast.fm. You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719. For more Las Vegas news, make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter, Hey Las Vegas. Looking to advertise on City Cast Las Vegas? Check out our options for podcast and newsletter ads at citycast.fm/advertise. Mon, 03 Feb 2025 11:00:00 -0000 Inside the World’s Biggest Porn Convention full City Cast For decades now, the Adult Video Network (AVN) has held the Adult Entertainment Expo (AEE) in Las Vegas — it’s popularly billed as a porn convention, though it also features seminars, workshops, a floor of adult products, and an awards ceremony (aka “the Oscars of porn”). In other words, it’s a big deal. So we sent co-host Sarah Lohman and burlesque entertainer Dirty Martini to walk the floor last week and tell us what really goes on at the world’s largest porn convention, and why it matters. Learn more about the sponsors of this February 3rd episode: Aroma Retail Makers and Finders Want to get in touch? Follow us @CityCastVegas on Instagram, or email us at lasvegas@citycast.fm. You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719. For more Las Vegas news, make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter, Hey Las Vegas. Looking to advertise on City Cast Las Vegas? Check out our options for podcast and newsletter ads at citycast.fm/advertise. For decades now, the Adult Video Network (AVN) has held the Adult Entertainment Expo (AEE) in Las Vegas — it’s popularly billed as a porn convention, though it also features seminars, workshops, a floor of adult products, and an awards ceremony (aka “the Oscars of porn”). In other words, it’s a big deal. So we sent co-host Sarah Lohman and burlesque entertainer Dirty Martini to walk the floor last week and tell us what really goes on at the world’s largest porn convention, and why it matters.

Learn more about the sponsors of this February 3rd episode:

Aroma Retail

Makers and Finders

Want to get in touch? Follow us @CityCastVegas on Instagram, or email us at lasvegas@citycast.fm. You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719.

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Looking to advertise on City Cast Las Vegas? Check out our options for podcast and newsletter ads at citycast.fm/advertise.

]]> 1511 Why Nevada’s Eggs Are So Expensive, Soaring Auto Insurance Rates, and a Museum of Ice Cream https://lasvegas.citycast.fm/ Thanks to the avian flu outbreak, eggs are more expensive than ever, if they’re even in stock — but an obscure Nevada law passed in 2021 could also be part of the reason that our eggs are twice as expensive as the national average. Today, co-hosts Sarah Lohman and Dayvid Figler sit down with Channel 8 morning anchor John Langeler to discuss the rising price of eggs, why auto insurance is so much more expensive in Las Vegas, and why the soon-to-arrive Museum of Ice Cream could be just the dose of frivolity our city needs. Want to get in touch? Follow us @CityCastVegas on Instagram, or email us at lasvegas@citycast.fm. You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719. For more Las Vegas news, make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter, Hey Las Vegas. Looking to advertise on City Cast Las Vegas? Check out our options for podcast and newsletter ads at citycast.fm/advertise. Fri, 31 Jan 2025 11:00:00 -0000 Why Nevada’s Eggs Are So Expensive, Soaring Auto Insurance Rates, and a Museum of Ice Cream full City Cast Thanks to the avian flu outbreak, eggs are more expensive than ever, if they’re even in stock — but an obscure Nevada law passed in 2021 could also be part of the reason that our eggs are twice as expensive as the national average. Today, co-hosts Sarah Lohman and Dayvid Figler sit down with Channel 8 morning anchor John Langeler to discuss the rising price of eggs, why auto insurance is so much more expensive in Las Vegas, and why the soon-to-arrive Museum of Ice Cream could be just the dose of frivolity our city needs. Want to get in touch? Follow us @CityCastVegas on Instagram, or email us at lasvegas@citycast.fm. You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719. For more Las Vegas news, make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter, Hey Las Vegas. Looking to advertise on City Cast Las Vegas? Check out our options for podcast and newsletter ads at citycast.fm/advertise. Thanks to the avian flu outbreak, eggs are more expensive than ever, if they’re even in stock — but an obscure Nevada law passed in 2021 could also be part of the reason that our eggs are twice as expensive as the national average. Today, co-hosts Sarah Lohman and Dayvid Figler sit down with Channel 8 morning anchor John Langeler to discuss the rising price of eggs, why auto insurance is so much more expensive in Las Vegas, and why the soon-to-arrive Museum of Ice Cream could be just the dose of frivolity our city needs.

Want to get in touch? Follow us @CityCastVegas on Instagram, or email us at lasvegas@citycast.fm. You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719.

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]]> 2026 Your Guide to February 2025 in Las Vegas https://lasvegas.citycast.fm/podcasts Still at a loss for what to do this Valentine’s Day? Fear not, we’ve got you covered with your guide to all the best events and recommendations for February in Las Vegas. Not only will you hear some unique date ideas, you’ll get the inside scoop on Super Bowl events, dining experiences, and even a sound bath with horses?! Co-host Dayvid Figler sits down with Hey Las Vegas editor Rob Kachelriess and The Town Magazine editor Melinda Sheckells to plan out your month in Las Vegas. Want more dining recommendations? Check out our episode on the most anticipated restaurant openings in 2025. 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 Las Vegas community. For even more tips on how to make the most of February in Las Vegas, check out Hey Las Vegas’s take on what to do this month. Want to get in touch? Follow us @CityCastVegas on Instagram, or email us at lasvegas@citycast.fm. You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719. For more Las Vegas news, make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter, Hey Las Vegas. Looking to advertise on City Cast Las Vegas? Check out our options for podcast and newsletter ads at citycast.fm/advertise. Mentioned in the episode: Lights of Love at the Ethel M. Cactus Garden (Feb. 7-17) All My Loving by Melody Sweets at Myron’s (Feb. 8) Stargazer Domes at the Grand Canyon Japanese head spas (several around town, Invita is mentioned on the pod) Super Bowl Fan Fest at Allegiant Stadium (Feb. 9) Grouse House sample sale (Feb. 1-2) Happy Face Spa buccal massage Stardust at the Fifth Street School (Feb. 1) Tippy Elvis at the Red Dwarf (Feb. 7) Petite Boheme downtown James Beard semi-finalists Dream Asia Food Fest at the Downtown Events Center (Feb. 14-16) Asian Night Market at M Resort (Feb. 15-16) New offshoots of China Mama: Hao Chi and Spring Healing with horses sound bath at Calico Creek Boarding Stables (Feb. 16) David Lynch festival at Beverly Theater (Feb. 15-23) Big Boy in Indian Springs Wetlands Hands On cleanup at the Clark County Wetlands (Feb. 8) Red Rock Audubon guided tour at the Clark County Wetlands (Feb. 15) Thu, 30 Jan 2025 11:00:00 -0000 Your Guide to February 2025 in Las Vegas full City Cast Still at a loss for what to do this Valentine’s Day? Fear not, we’ve got you covered with your guide to all the best events and recommendations for February in Las Vegas. Not only will you hear some unique date ideas, you’ll get the inside scoop on Super Bowl events, dining experiences, and even a sound bath with horses?! Co-host Dayvid Figler sits down with Hey Las Vegas editor Rob Kachelriess and The Town Magazine editor Melinda Sheckells to plan out your month in Las Vegas. Want more dining recommendations? Check out our episode on the most anticipated restaurant openings in 2025. 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 Las Vegas community. For even more tips on how to make the most of February in Las Vegas, check out Hey Las Vegas’s take on what to do this month. Want to get in touch? Follow us @CityCastVegas on Instagram, or email us at lasvegas@citycast.fm. You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719. For more Las Vegas news, make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter, Hey Las Vegas. Looking to advertise on City Cast Las Vegas? Check out our options for podcast and newsletter ads at citycast.fm/advertise. Mentioned in the episode: Lights of Love at the Ethel M. Cactus Garden (Feb. 7-17) All My Loving by Melody Sweets at Myron’s (Feb. 8) Stargazer Domes at the Grand Canyon Japanese head spas (several around town, Invita is mentioned on the pod) Super Bowl Fan Fest at Allegiant Stadium (Feb. 9) Grouse House sample sale (Feb. 1-2) Happy Face Spa buccal massage Stardust at the Fifth Street School (Feb. 1) Tippy Elvis at the Red Dwarf (Feb. 7) Petite Boheme downtown James Beard semi-finalists Dream Asia Food Fest at the Downtown Events Center (Feb. 14-16) Asian Night Market at M Resort (Feb. 15-16) New offshoots of China Mama: Hao Chi and Spring Healing with horses sound bath at Calico Creek Boarding Stables (Feb. 16) David Lynch festival at Beverly Theater (Feb. 15-23) Big Boy in Indian Springs Wetlands Hands On cleanup at the Clark County Wetlands (Feb. 8) Red Rock Audubon guided tour at the Clark County Wetlands (Feb. 15) Still at a loss for what to do this Valentine’s Day? Fear not, we’ve got you covered with your guide to all the best events and recommendations for February in Las Vegas. Not only will you hear some unique date ideas, you’ll get the inside scoop on Super Bowl events, dining experiences, and even a sound bath with horses?! Co-host Dayvid Figler sits down with Hey Las Vegas editor Rob Kachelriess and The Town Magazine editor Melinda Sheckells to plan out your month in Las Vegas. Want more dining recommendations? Check out our episode on the most anticipated restaurant openings in 2025.

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 Las Vegas community.

For even more tips on how to make the most of February in Las Vegas, check out Hey Las Vegas’s take on what to do this month.

Want to get in touch? Follow us @CityCastVegas on Instagram, or email us at lasvegas@citycast.fm. You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719.

For more Las Vegas news, make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter, Hey Las Vegas.

Looking to advertise on City Cast Las Vegas? Check out our options for podcast and newsletter ads at citycast.fm/advertise.


Mentioned in the episode:

Lights of Love at the Ethel M. Cactus Garden (Feb. 7-17)

All My Loving by Melody Sweets at Myron’s (Feb. 8)

Stargazer Domes at the Grand Canyon

Japanese head spas (several around town, Invita is mentioned on the pod)

Super Bowl Fan Fest at Allegiant Stadium (Feb. 9)

Grouse House sample sale (Feb. 1-2)

Happy Face Spa buccal massage

Stardust at the Fifth Street School (Feb. 1)

Tippy Elvis at the Red Dwarf (Feb. 7)

Petite Boheme downtown

James Beard semi-finalists

Dream Asia Food Fest at the Downtown Events Center (Feb. 14-16)

Asian Night Market at M Resort (Feb. 15-16)

New offshoots of China Mama: Hao Chi and Spring

Healing with horses sound bath at Calico Creek Boarding Stables (Feb. 16)

David Lynch festival at Beverly Theater (Feb. 15-23)

Big Boy in Indian Springs

Wetlands Hands On cleanup at the Clark County Wetlands (Feb. 8)

Red Rock Audubon guided tour at the Clark County Wetlands (Feb. 15)

]]> 1786 Inside the World of Competitive Eating in Las Vegas https://lasvegas.citycast.fm Move over, hockey. Forget UFC. The hottest sport in Las Vegas this weekend is competitive eating: Contestants at the World Bagel Eating Championship will vie for a $10,000 prize and a year of bragging rights. To honor the occasion, we’re bringing back a conversation co-host Dayvid Figler had with local competitive eater Derek Hendrickson. Derek explains how he got into the sport, how he trains, and how to tackle the food challenges around town, from easy (a 2-pound burrito) to nearly-impossible (a gallon-sized bowl of cereal). And yes, we ask the bathroom question. We’re doing a survey to learn more about our listeners. We’d be grateful if you took the survey at citycast.fm/survey — it’s only 7 minutes long. You’ll be doing us a big favor. Plus, anyone who takes the survey will be eligible to win a $250 Visa gift card — and City Cast City swag. Want to get in touch? Follow us @CityCastVegas on Instagram, or email us at lasvegas@citycast.fm. You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719. For more Las Vegas news, make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter, Hey Las Vegas. Looking to advertise on City Cast Las Vegas? Check out our options for podcast and newsletter ads at citycast.fm/advertise. Wed, 29 Jan 2025 11:00:00 -0000 Inside the World of Competitive Eating in Las Vegas full City Cast Move over, hockey. Forget UFC. The hottest sport in Las Vegas this weekend is competitive eating: Contestants at the World Bagel Eating Championship will vie for a $10,000 prize and a year of bragging rights. To honor the occasion, we’re bringing back a conversation co-host Dayvid Figler had with local competitive eater Derek Hendrickson. Derek explains how he got into the sport, how he trains, and how to tackle the food challenges around town, from easy (a 2-pound burrito) to nearly-impossible (a gallon-sized bowl of cereal). And yes, we ask the bathroom question. We’re doing a survey to learn more about our listeners. We’d be grateful if you took the survey at citycast.fm/survey — it’s only 7 minutes long. You’ll be doing us a big favor. Plus, anyone who takes the survey will be eligible to win a $250 Visa gift card — and City Cast City swag. Want to get in touch? Follow us @CityCastVegas on Instagram, or email us at lasvegas@citycast.fm. You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719. For more Las Vegas news, make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter, Hey Las Vegas. Looking to advertise on City Cast Las Vegas? Check out our options for podcast and newsletter ads at citycast.fm/advertise. Move over, hockey. Forget UFC. The hottest sport in Las Vegas this weekend is competitive eating: Contestants at the World Bagel Eating Championship will vie for a $10,000 prize and a year of bragging rights. To honor the occasion, we’re bringing back a conversation co-host Dayvid Figler had with local competitive eater Derek Hendrickson. Derek explains how he got into the sport, how he trains, and how to tackle the food challenges around town, from easy (a 2-pound burrito) to nearly-impossible (a gallon-sized bowl of cereal). And yes, we ask the bathroom question.

We’re doing a survey to learn more about our listeners. We’d be grateful if you took the survey at citycast.fm/survey — it’s only 7 minutes long. You’ll be doing us a big favor. Plus, anyone who takes the survey will be eligible to win a $250 Visa gift card — and City Cast City swag.

Want to get in touch? Follow us @CityCastVegas on Instagram, or email us at lasvegas@citycast.fm. You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719.

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]]> 1382 What’s In and What’s Out in Las Vegas This Year? https://lasvegas.citycast.fm/ New year, new Las Vegas? Today, we are predicting the biggest trends in Las Vegas for 2025 and the trends on their way out. From controversial food takes to where locals could be spending more time this year, co-hosts Sarah Lohman and Dayvid Figler are joined by local artist Justin Favela to share their picks. We’re doing a survey to learn more about our listeners. We’d be grateful if you took the survey at citycast.fm/survey — it’s only 7 minutes long. You’ll be doing us a big favor. Plus, anyone who takes the survey will be eligible to win a $250 Visa gift card — and City Cast City swag. Want to get in touch? Follow us @CityCastVegas on Instagram, or email us at lasvegas@citycast.fm. You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719. For more Las Vegas news, make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter, Hey Las Vegas. Looking to advertise on City Cast Las Vegas? Check out our options for podcast and newsletter ads at citycast.fm/advertise. Tue, 28 Jan 2025 11:00:00 -0000 What’s In and What’s Out in Las Vegas This Year? full City Cast New year, new Las Vegas? Today, we are predicting the biggest trends in Las Vegas for 2025 and the trends on their way out. From controversial food takes to where locals could be spending more time this year, co-hosts Sarah Lohman and Dayvid Figler are joined by local artist Justin Favela to share their picks. We’re doing a survey to learn more about our listeners. We’d be grateful if you took the survey at citycast.fm/survey — it’s only 7 minutes long. You’ll be doing us a big favor. Plus, anyone who takes the survey will be eligible to win a $250 Visa gift card — and City Cast City swag. Want to get in touch? Follow us @CityCastVegas on Instagram, or email us at lasvegas@citycast.fm. You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719. For more Las Vegas news, make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter, Hey Las Vegas. Looking to advertise on City Cast Las Vegas? Check out our options for podcast and newsletter ads at citycast.fm/advertise. New year, new Las Vegas? Today, we are predicting the biggest trends in Las Vegas for 2025 and the trends on their way out. From controversial food takes to where locals could be spending more time this year, co-hosts Sarah Lohman and Dayvid Figler are joined by local artist Justin Favela to share their picks.

We’re doing a survey to learn more about our listeners. We’d be grateful if you took the survey at citycast.fm/survey — it’s only 7 minutes long. You’ll be doing us a big favor. Plus, anyone who takes the survey will be eligible to win a $250 Visa gift card — and City Cast City swag.

Want to get in touch? Follow us @CityCastVegas on Instagram, or email us at lasvegas@citycast.fm. You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719.

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]]> 1459 Sen. Rosen Defends Working With Republicans https://lasvegas.citycast.fm Nevada is red again, which is really to say that we’ve been purple all along — and perhaps no one knows this better than Senator Jacky Rosen, who has made bipartisanship a cornerstone of her brand. Today, co-host Dayvid Figler sits down with the Senator to discuss how she’s working with Republicans, from her controversial vote on the Laken Riley bill, to three new bills she is cosponsoring with Senate Republicans, aimed at improving housing affordability, removing taxes on tips, and expanding affordable childcare for Nevadans. With the party of Trump in control of both houses and the executive branch, is bipartisanship the key to Democrats getting things done? We’re doing a survey to learn more about our listeners. We’d be grateful if you took the survey at citycast.fm/survey — it’s only 7 minutes long. You’ll be doing us a big favor. Plus, anyone who takes the survey will be eligible to win a $250 Visa gift card — and City Cast City swag. Learn more about the sponsors of this January 27th episode: Black Mountain Institute Want to get in touch? Follow us @CityCastVegas on Instagram, or email us at lasvegas@citycast.fm. You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719. For more Las Vegas news, make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter, Hey Las Vegas. Looking to advertise on City Cast Las Vegas? Check out our options for podcast and newsletter ads at citycast.fm/advertise. Mon, 27 Jan 2025 11:00:00 -0000 Sen. Rosen Defends Working With Republicans full City Cast Nevada is red again, which is really to say that we’ve been purple all along — and perhaps no one knows this better than Senator Jacky Rosen, who has made bipartisanship a cornerstone of her brand. Today, co-host Dayvid Figler sits down with the Senator to discuss how she’s working with Republicans, from her controversial vote on the Laken Riley bill, to three new bills she is cosponsoring with Senate Republicans, aimed at improving housing affordability, removing taxes on tips, and expanding affordable childcare for Nevadans. With the party of Trump in control of both houses and the executive branch, is bipartisanship the key to Democrats getting things done? We’re doing a survey to learn more about our listeners. We’d be grateful if you took the survey at citycast.fm/survey — it’s only 7 minutes long. You’ll be doing us a big favor. Plus, anyone who takes the survey will be eligible to win a $250 Visa gift card — and City Cast City swag. Learn more about the sponsors of this January 27th episode: Black Mountain Institute Want to get in touch? Follow us @CityCastVegas on Instagram, or email us at lasvegas@citycast.fm. You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719. For more Las Vegas news, make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter, Hey Las Vegas. Looking to advertise on City Cast Las Vegas? Check out our options for podcast and newsletter ads at citycast.fm/advertise. Nevada is red again, which is really to say that we’ve been purple all along — and perhaps no one knows this better than Senator Jacky Rosen, who has made bipartisanship a cornerstone of her brand. Today, co-host Dayvid Figler sits down with the Senator to discuss how she’s working with Republicans, from her controversial vote on the Laken Riley bill, to three new bills she is cosponsoring with Senate Republicans, aimed at improving housing affordability, removing taxes on tips, and expanding affordable childcare for Nevadans. With the party of Trump in control of both houses and the executive branch, is bipartisanship the key to Democrats getting things done?

We’re doing a survey to learn more about our listeners. We’d be grateful if you took the survey at citycast.fm/survey — it’s only 7 minutes long. You’ll be doing us a big favor. Plus, anyone who takes the survey will be eligible to win a $250 Visa gift card — and City Cast City swag.

Learn more about the sponsors of this January 27th episode: Black Mountain Institute

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]]> 1306 Did the ‘Oscars of Porn’ Help the Culinary Strike? Plus, Metro on Deportations and Henderson’s City Council Drama https://lasvegas.citycast.fm This week in extremely Vegas news: The country’s biggest adult entertainment convention, AVN’s Adult Entertainment Expo, kicked off at Virgin Hotels while the Culinary Union continued its strike at the property. As a growing number of adult entertainers vowed to boycott the convention and the awards ceremony (considered the “Oscars of porn”), Culinary announced that they had at last reached a deal with Virgin this Wednesday. So how much of a role did the AEE play in helping the strike come to a close? Today, co-hosts Sarah Lohman and Dayvid Figler, along with journalist Michael MJ Lyle, discuss the 69-day strike, plus: how deportation rhetoric is heating up in Nevada, and some messy accusations of infidelity coming out of the Henderson City Council. We’re doing a survey to learn more about our listeners. We’d be grateful if you took the survey at citycast.fm/survey—it’s only 7 minutes long. You’ll be doing us a big favor. Plus, anyone who takes the survey will be eligible to win a $250 Visa gift card–and City Cast City swag. Learn more about the sponsors of this January 24th episode: Black Mountain Institute Want to get in touch? Follow us @CityCastVegas on Instagram, or email us at lasvegas@citycast.fm. You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719. For more Las Vegas news, make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter, Hey Las Vegas. Looking to advertise on City Cast Las Vegas? Check out our options for podcast and newsletter ads at citycast.fm/advertise. Fri, 24 Jan 2025 11:00:00 -0000 Did the ‘Oscars of Porn’ Help the Culinary Strike? Plus, Metro on Deportations and Henderson’s City Council Drama full City Cast This week in extremely Vegas news: The country’s biggest adult entertainment convention, AVN’s Adult Entertainment Expo, kicked off at Virgin Hotels while the Culinary Union continued its strike at the property. As a growing number of adult entertainers vowed to boycott the convention and the awards ceremony (considered the “Oscars of porn”), Culinary announced that they had at last reached a deal with Virgin this Wednesday. So how much of a role did the AEE play in helping the strike come to a close? Today, co-hosts Sarah Lohman and Dayvid Figler, along with journalist Michael MJ Lyle, discuss the 69-day strike, plus: how deportation rhetoric is heating up in Nevada, and some messy accusations of infidelity coming out of the Henderson City Council. We’re doing a survey to learn more about our listeners. We’d be grateful if you took the survey at citycast.fm/survey—it’s only 7 minutes long. You’ll be doing us a big favor. Plus, anyone who takes the survey will be eligible to win a $250 Visa gift card–and City Cast City swag. Learn more about the sponsors of this January 24th episode: Black Mountain Institute Want to get in touch? Follow us @CityCastVegas on Instagram, or email us at lasvegas@citycast.fm. You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719. For more Las Vegas news, make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter, Hey Las Vegas. Looking to advertise on City Cast Las Vegas? Check out our options for podcast and newsletter ads at citycast.fm/advertise. This week in extremely Vegas news: The country’s biggest adult entertainment convention, AVN’s Adult Entertainment Expo, kicked off at Virgin Hotels while the Culinary Union continued its strike at the property. As a growing number of adult entertainers vowed to boycott the convention and the awards ceremony (considered the “Oscars of porn”), Culinary announced that they had at last reached a deal with Virgin this Wednesday. So how much of a role did the AEE play in helping the strike come to a close? Today, co-hosts Sarah Lohman and Dayvid Figler, along with journalist Michael MJ Lyle, discuss the 69-day strike, plus: how deportation rhetoric is heating up in Nevada, and some messy accusations of infidelity coming out of the Henderson City Council.

We’re doing a survey to learn more about our listeners. We’d be grateful if you took the survey at citycast.fm/survey—it’s only 7 minutes long. You’ll be doing us a big favor. Plus, anyone who takes the survey will be eligible to win a $250 Visa gift card–and City Cast City swag.

Learn more about the sponsors of this January 24th episode: Black Mountain Institute

Want to get in touch? Follow us @CityCastVegas on Instagram, or email us at lasvegas@citycast.fm. You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719.

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]]> 1869 The Hottest New Food Neighborhoods in Vegas https://lasvegas.citycast.fm Outside of the Strip, the Arts District and Chinatown are our two most vibrant foodie neighborhoods — but they’ve now got some competition. Today, co-host Sarah Lohman talks with food writer and Neon Feast founder Al Mancini about three new up and coming neighborhoods that are emerging as dining destinations. We’re doing a survey to learn more about our listeners. We’d be grateful if you took the survey at citycast.fm/survey—it’s only 7 minutes long. You’ll be doing us a big favor. Plus, anyone who takes the survey will be eligible to win a $250 Visa gift card–and City Cast City swag. Learn more about the sponsors of this January 23rd episode: Black Mountain Institute Want to get in touch? Follow us @CityCastVegas on Instagram, or email us at lasvegas@citycast.fm. You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719. For more Las Vegas news, make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter, Hey Las Vegas. Looking to advertise on City Cast Las Vegas? Check out our options for podcast and newsletter ads at citycast.fm/advertise. Thu, 23 Jan 2025 11:00:00 -0000 The Hottest New Food Neighborhoods in Vegas full City Cast Outside of the Strip, the Arts District and Chinatown are our two most vibrant foodie neighborhoods — but they’ve now got some competition. Today, co-host Sarah Lohman talks with food writer and Neon Feast founder Al Mancini about three new up and coming neighborhoods that are emerging as dining destinations. We’re doing a survey to learn more about our listeners. We’d be grateful if you took the survey at citycast.fm/survey—it’s only 7 minutes long. You’ll be doing us a big favor. Plus, anyone who takes the survey will be eligible to win a $250 Visa gift card–and City Cast City swag. Learn more about the sponsors of this January 23rd episode: Black Mountain Institute Want to get in touch? Follow us @CityCastVegas on Instagram, or email us at lasvegas@citycast.fm. You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719. For more Las Vegas news, make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter, Hey Las Vegas. Looking to advertise on City Cast Las Vegas? Check out our options for podcast and newsletter ads at citycast.fm/advertise. Outside of the Strip, the Arts District and Chinatown are our two most vibrant foodie neighborhoods — but they’ve now got some competition. Today, co-host Sarah Lohman talks with food writer and Neon Feast founder Al Mancini about three new up and coming neighborhoods that are emerging as dining destinations.

We’re doing a survey to learn more about our listeners. We’d be grateful if you took the survey at citycast.fm/survey—it’s only 7 minutes long. You’ll be doing us a big favor. Plus, anyone who takes the survey will be eligible to win a $250 Visa gift card–and City Cast City swag.

Learn more about the sponsors of this January 23rd episode: Black Mountain Institute

Want to get in touch? Follow us @CityCastVegas on Instagram, or email us at lasvegas@citycast.fm. You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719.

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]]> 1261 The Raiders’ Horrible, No-Good, Very Bad Year https://lasvegas.citycast.fm The Las Vegas Raiders have had a tumultuous couple of seasons, marked by staffing turnovers (going through two head coaches AND two general managers in the last two years), a high-profile DUI charge, and oh yeah, quarterback drama. Unsurprisingly, they also had a dismal 4-13 season. What’s going on? Could co-owner Tom Brady be the answer, and will the Raiders ever be as beloved as homegrown teams like the Golden Knights and the Aces? Today, co-host Dayvid Figler talks with Heidi Fang, producer at the Review Journal podcast Vegas Nation, who explains how the Raiders got into this mess — and how they might get out of it. Learn more about the sponsors of this January 22nd episode: Black Mountain Institute Want to get in touch? Follow us @CityCastVegas on Instagram, or email us at lasvegas@citycast.fm. You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719. For more Las Vegas news, make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter, Hey Las Vegas. Looking to advertise on City Cast Las Vegas? Check out our options for podcast and newsletter ads at citycast.fm/advertise. Wed, 22 Jan 2025 11:00:00 -0000 The Raiders’ Horrible, No-Good, Very Bad Year full City Cast The Las Vegas Raiders have had a tumultuous couple of seasons, marked by staffing turnovers (going through two head coaches AND two general managers in the last two years), a high-profile DUI charge, and oh yeah, quarterback drama. Unsurprisingly, they also had a dismal 4-13 season. What’s going on? Could co-owner Tom Brady be the answer, and will the Raiders ever be as beloved as homegrown teams like the Golden Knights and the Aces? Today, co-host Dayvid Figler talks with Heidi Fang, producer at the Review Journal podcast Vegas Nation, who explains how the Raiders got into this mess — and how they might get out of it. Learn more about the sponsors of this January 22nd episode: Black Mountain Institute Want to get in touch? Follow us @CityCastVegas on Instagram, or email us at lasvegas@citycast.fm. You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719. For more Las Vegas news, make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter, Hey Las Vegas. Looking to advertise on City Cast Las Vegas? Check out our options for podcast and newsletter ads at citycast.fm/advertise. The Las Vegas Raiders have had a tumultuous couple of seasons, marked by staffing turnovers (going through two head coaches AND two general managers in the last two years), a high-profile DUI charge, and oh yeah, quarterback drama. Unsurprisingly, they also had a dismal 4-13 season. What’s going on? Could co-owner Tom Brady be the answer, and will the Raiders ever be as beloved as homegrown teams like the Golden Knights and the Aces? Today, co-host Dayvid Figler talks with Heidi Fang, producer at the Review Journal podcast Vegas Nation, who explains how the Raiders got into this mess — and how they might get out of it.

Learn more about the sponsors of this January 22nd episode: Black Mountain Institute

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]]> 1646 How the L.A. Fires Could Affect the Las Vegas Housing Market https://lasvegas.citycast.fm The wildfires in the Los Angeles area have burned more than 30,000 acres and destroyed thousands of homes since starting on January 7th. With tens of thousands residents displaced, could Las Vegas see even more Californians moving here? Co-host Dayvid Figler asks UNLV economist Nicholas Irwin how much pressure this could put on our strained housing market and what Las Vegas could do to prepare. Learn more about the sponsors of this January 21st episode: Black Mountain Institute Want to get in touch? Follow us @CityCastVegas on Instagram, or email us at lasvegas@citycast.fm. You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719. For more Las Vegas news, make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter, Hey Las Vegas. Looking to advertise on City Cast Las Vegas? Check out our options for podcast and newsletter ads at citycast.fm/advertise. Tue, 21 Jan 2025 11:00:00 -0000 How the L.A. Fires Could Affect the Las Vegas Housing Market full City Cast The wildfires in the Los Angeles area have burned more than 30,000 acres and destroyed thousands of homes since starting on January 7th. With tens of thousands residents displaced, could Las Vegas see even more Californians moving here? Co-host Dayvid Figler asks UNLV economist Nicholas Irwin how much pressure this could put on our strained housing market and what Las Vegas could do to prepare. Learn more about the sponsors of this January 21st episode: Black Mountain Institute Want to get in touch? Follow us @CityCastVegas on Instagram, or email us at lasvegas@citycast.fm. You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719. For more Las Vegas news, make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter, Hey Las Vegas. Looking to advertise on City Cast Las Vegas? Check out our options for podcast and newsletter ads at citycast.fm/advertise. The wildfires in the Los Angeles area have burned more than 30,000 acres and destroyed thousands of homes since starting on January 7th. With tens of thousands residents displaced, could Las Vegas see even more Californians moving here? Co-host Dayvid Figler asks UNLV economist Nicholas Irwin how much pressure this could put on our strained housing market and what Las Vegas could do to prepare.

Learn more about the sponsors of this January 21st episode: Black Mountain Institute

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]]> 1425 State of the State Surprises, Kyle Canyon Eyes Expansion, and R.I.P. to a Lounge Legend https://lasvegas.citycast.fm/podcasts Governor Lombardo delivered his second State of the State address Wednesday night — and lucky for you, we watched it so you don’t have to. Co-host Dayvid Figler is joined by TheList.Vegas creator Andrew Kiraly and political observer Jacob Solis, and they break down Lombardo’s ambitions for Nevada, and whether this foreshadows another showdown with our majority-Democratic legislature this spring. Next up, the team tackles the city’s plan to expand housing development ever closer to Mt. Charleston in the Kyle Canyon neighborhood — it ain’t infill, but is something better than nothing? Lastly, RIP to the legendary, hairy-chested, gold-chain-sporting lounge act Cook E. Jarr. It’s the end of an era in Las Vegas. IYKYK. Learn more about the sponsors of this January 17th episode: Black Mountain Institute Want to get in touch? Follow us @CityCastVegas on Instagram, or email us at lasvegas@citycast.fm. You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719. For more Las Vegas news, make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter, Hey Las Vegas. Looking to advertise on City Cast Las Vegas? Check out our options for podcast and newsletter ads at citycast.fm/advertise. Fri, 17 Jan 2025 11:00:00 -0000 State of the State Surprises, Kyle Canyon Eyes Expansion, and R.I.P. to a Lounge Legend full City Cast Governor Lombardo delivered his second State of the State address Wednesday night — and lucky for you, we watched it so you don’t have to. Co-host Dayvid Figler is joined by TheList.Vegas creator Andrew Kiraly and political observer Jacob Solis, and they break down Lombardo’s ambitions for Nevada, and whether this foreshadows another showdown with our majority-Democratic legislature this spring. Next up, the team tackles the city’s plan to expand housing development ever closer to Mt. Charleston in the Kyle Canyon neighborhood — it ain’t infill, but is something better than nothing? Lastly, RIP to the legendary, hairy-chested, gold-chain-sporting lounge act Cook E. Jarr. It’s the end of an era in Las Vegas. IYKYK. Learn more about the sponsors of this January 17th episode: Black Mountain Institute Want to get in touch? Follow us @CityCastVegas on Instagram, or email us at lasvegas@citycast.fm. You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719. For more Las Vegas news, make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter, Hey Las Vegas. Looking to advertise on City Cast Las Vegas? Check out our options for podcast and newsletter ads at citycast.fm/advertise. Governor Lombardo delivered his second State of the State address Wednesday night — and lucky for you, we watched it so you don’t have to. Co-host Dayvid Figler is joined by TheList.Vegas creator Andrew Kiraly and political observer Jacob Solis, and they break down Lombardo’s ambitions for Nevada, and whether this foreshadows another showdown with our majority-Democratic legislature this spring. Next up, the team tackles the city’s plan to expand housing development ever closer to Mt. Charleston in the Kyle Canyon neighborhood — it ain’t infill, but is something better than nothing? Lastly, RIP to the legendary, hairy-chested, gold-chain-sporting lounge act Cook E. Jarr. It’s the end of an era in Las Vegas. IYKYK.

Learn more about the sponsors of this January 17th episode:

Black Mountain Institute

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]]> 2231 The Surprising History of Dry January https://lasvegas.citycast.fm Las Vegas is known for its booze-soaked fun, but every year, a growing number of us are hopping on the Dry January bandwagon for a month of alcohol abstinence. Today, we bring back a conversation with co-hosts Dayvid Figler and Sarah Lohman, a culinary historian. They talk about how Dry January made its way from frontier America to British millennials, and how the non-alcoholic beverages movement has found a foothold in Las Vegas. Want to get in touch? Follow us @CityCastVegas on Instagram, or email us at lasvegas@citycast.fm. You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719. For more Las Vegas news, make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter, Hey Las Vegas. Looking to advertise on City Cast Las Vegas? Check out our options for podcast and newsletter ads at citycast.fm/advertise. Thu, 16 Jan 2025 11:00:00 -0000 The Surprising History of Dry January full City Cast Las Vegas is known for its booze-soaked fun, but every year, a growing number of us are hopping on the Dry January bandwagon for a month of alcohol abstinence. Today, we bring back a conversation with co-hosts Dayvid Figler and Sarah Lohman, a culinary historian. They talk about how Dry January made its way from frontier America to British millennials, and how the non-alcoholic beverages movement has found a foothold in Las Vegas. Want to get in touch? Follow us @CityCastVegas on Instagram, or email us at lasvegas@citycast.fm. You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719. For more Las Vegas news, make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter, Hey Las Vegas. Looking to advertise on City Cast Las Vegas? Check out our options for podcast and newsletter ads at citycast.fm/advertise. Las Vegas is known for its booze-soaked fun, but every year, a growing number of us are hopping on the Dry January bandwagon for a month of alcohol abstinence. Today, we bring back a conversation with co-hosts Dayvid Figler and Sarah Lohman, a culinary historian. They talk about how Dry January made its way from frontier America to British millennials, and how the non-alcoholic beverages movement has found a foothold in Las Vegas.

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]]> 1278 Can Legal Cannabis Deliver on Its Promise to Fund Education? https://lasvegas.citycast.fm Our first dispensaries opened in Las Vegas 10 years ago — advocates for cannabis legalization had promised a tax revenue jackpot, earmarked for education, that would save our schools. But that windfall never really happened, and since 2021, cannabis revenue has actually dropped and flatlined. Today, co-host Dayvid Figler talks with Riana Durrett, director of the Cannabis Policy Institute at UNLV, and asks: What happened? And is 2025 the year cannabis finally makes money? Want to get in touch? Follow us @CityCastVegas on Instagram, or email us at lasvegas@citycast.fm. You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719. For more Las Vegas news, make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter, Hey Las Vegas. Looking to advertise on City Cast Las Vegas? Check out our options for podcast and newsletter ads at citycast.fm/advertise. Wed, 15 Jan 2025 11:00:00 -0000 Can Legal Cannabis Deliver on Its Promise to Fund Education? full City Cast Our first dispensaries opened in Las Vegas 10 years ago — advocates for cannabis legalization had promised a tax revenue jackpot, earmarked for education, that would save our schools. But that windfall never really happened, and since 2021, cannabis revenue has actually dropped and flatlined. Today, co-host Dayvid Figler talks with Riana Durrett, director of the Cannabis Policy Institute at UNLV, and asks: What happened? And is 2025 the year cannabis finally makes money? Want to get in touch? Follow us @CityCastVegas on Instagram, or email us at lasvegas@citycast.fm. You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719. For more Las Vegas news, make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter, Hey Las Vegas. Looking to advertise on City Cast Las Vegas? Check out our options for podcast and newsletter ads at citycast.fm/advertise. Our first dispensaries opened in Las Vegas 10 years ago — advocates for cannabis legalization had promised a tax revenue jackpot, earmarked for education, that would save our schools. But that windfall never really happened, and since 2021, cannabis revenue has actually dropped and flatlined. Today, co-host Dayvid Figler talks with Riana Durrett, director of the Cannabis Policy Institute at UNLV, and asks: What happened? And is 2025 the year cannabis finally makes money?

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]]> 1346 Has Las Vegas Become a Bad Deal For Gamblers? https://lasvegas.citycast.fm Over the last decade, Las Vegas casinos have been quietly shifting gambling odds to be more in their favor. From analytics that target the worst players to introducing new games like triple zero roulette, gambling here might not have the value it once did. How will this affect Las Vegas’s reputation and should we be sympathizing with casinos? Co-host Dayvid Figler sits down with industry watcher Scott Roeben, AKA Vital Vegas, to discuss.  Want to get in touch? Follow us @CityCastVegas on Instagram, or email us at lasvegas@citycast.fm. You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719. For more Las Vegas news, make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter, Hey Las Vegas. Looking to advertise on City Cast Las Vegas? Check out our options for podcast and newsletter ads at citycast.fm/advertise. Tue, 14 Jan 2025 11:00:00 -0000 Has Las Vegas Become a Bad Deal For Gamblers? full City Cast Over the last decade, Las Vegas casinos have been quietly shifting gambling odds to be more in their favor. From analytics that target the worst players to introducing new games like triple zero roulette, gambling here might not have the value it once did. How will this affect Las Vegas’s reputation and should we be sympathizing with casinos? Co-host Dayvid Figler sits down with industry watcher Scott Roeben, AKA Vital Vegas, to discuss.  Want to get in touch? Follow us @CityCastVegas on Instagram, or email us at lasvegas@citycast.fm. You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719. For more Las Vegas news, make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter, Hey Las Vegas. Looking to advertise on City Cast Las Vegas? Check out our options for podcast and newsletter ads at citycast.fm/advertise. Over the last decade, Las Vegas casinos have been quietly shifting gambling odds to be more in their favor. From analytics that target the worst players to introducing new games like triple zero roulette, gambling here might not have the value it once did. How will this affect Las Vegas’s reputation and should we be sympathizing with casinos? Co-host Dayvid Figler sits down with industry watcher Scott Roeben, AKA Vital Vegas, to discuss. 

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]]> 1281 What Trump's Presidency Means for Las Vegas https://lasvegas.citycast.fm/ Next Monday, Donald Trump will be sworn in as our 47th president. So what does this mean for Las Vegas? Co-host Dayvid Figler sits down with the Nevada Independent’s Washington correspondent Gabby Birenbaum, who helps us forecast how a Trump administration will impact our grocery prices, the solar industry, homelessness, and high-speed rail right here in Southern Nevada. If you enjoyed the interview with Juve MD's Dr. Andrea Dempsey, learn more here. Want to get in touch? Follow us @CityCastVegas on Instagram, or email us at lasvegas@citycast.fm. You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719. For more Las Vegas news, make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter, Hey Las Vegas. Looking to advertise on City Cast Las Vegas? Check out our options for podcast and newsletter ads at citycast.fm/advertise. Mon, 13 Jan 2025 11:00:00 -0000 What Trump's Presidency Means for Las Vegas full City Cast Next Monday, Donald Trump will be sworn in as our 47th president. So what does this mean for Las Vegas? Co-host Dayvid Figler sits down with the Nevada Independent’s Washington correspondent Gabby Birenbaum, who helps us forecast how a Trump administration will impact our grocery prices, the solar industry, homelessness, and high-speed rail right here in Southern Nevada. If you enjoyed the interview with Juve MD's Dr. Andrea Dempsey, learn more here. Want to get in touch? Follow us @CityCastVegas on Instagram, or email us at lasvegas@citycast.fm. You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719. For more Las Vegas news, make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter, Hey Las Vegas. Looking to advertise on City Cast Las Vegas? Check out our options for podcast and newsletter ads at citycast.fm/advertise. Next Monday, Donald Trump will be sworn in as our 47th president. So what does this mean for Las Vegas? Co-host Dayvid Figler sits down with the Nevada Independent’s Washington correspondent Gabby Birenbaum, who helps us forecast how a Trump administration will impact our grocery prices, the solar industry, homelessness, and high-speed rail right here in Southern Nevada.

If you enjoyed the interview with Juve MD's Dr. Andrea Dempsey, learn more here.

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]]> 1915 How L.A. Fires Impact Vegas, Amazon Workers on Medicaid, and a 40-Year-Old Strip Attraction Closes https://lasvegas.citycast.fm/podcasts We kick off this week’s Friday news roundup with a recap of City Cast Las Vegas’s collaboration with ProPublica: An investigation into the so-called Tesla Tunnels that Elon Musk’s Boring Company is building under Las Vegas, and how little oversight they’ve received. But there’s even more to discuss this week: Co-hosts Sarah Lohman and Dayvid Figler are joined by Nevada Current deputy editor April Corbin Girnus, who discusses her article about the list of Nevada companies with the most employees on Medicaid, and why so many of them are in Southern Nevada. Next, the team tackles the impacts of the L.A. fires on Las Vegas — of note, yesterday, the City of Las Vegas asked residents to reconsider heavy driving, since the fires have impacted the main pipeline bringing gas to Las Vegas from California. And lastly, a beloved tourist attraction closes after 40 years — can we convince Dayvid to try indoor skydiving before it shutters for good? Want to get in touch? Follow us @CityCastVegas on Instagram, or email us at lasvegas@citycast.fm. You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719. For more Las Vegas news, make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter, Hey Las Vegas. Looking to advertise on City Cast Las Vegas? Check out our options for podcast and newsletter ads at citycast.fm/advertise. Fri, 10 Jan 2025 11:00:00 -0000 How L.A. Fires Impact Vegas, Amazon Workers on Medicaid, and a 40-Year-Old Strip Attraction Closes full City Cast We kick off this week’s Friday news roundup with a recap of City Cast Las Vegas’s collaboration with ProPublica: An investigation into the so-called Tesla Tunnels that Elon Musk’s Boring Company is building under Las Vegas, and how little oversight they’ve received. But there’s even more to discuss this week: Co-hosts Sarah Lohman and Dayvid Figler are joined by Nevada Current deputy editor April Corbin Girnus, who discusses her article about the list of Nevada companies with the most employees on Medicaid, and why so many of them are in Southern Nevada. Next, the team tackles the impacts of the L.A. fires on Las Vegas — of note, yesterday, the City of Las Vegas asked residents to reconsider heavy driving, since the fires have impacted the main pipeline bringing gas to Las Vegas from California. And lastly, a beloved tourist attraction closes after 40 years — can we convince Dayvid to try indoor skydiving before it shutters for good? Want to get in touch? Follow us @CityCastVegas on Instagram, or email us at lasvegas@citycast.fm. You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719. For more Las Vegas news, make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter, Hey Las Vegas. Looking to advertise on City Cast Las Vegas? Check out our options for podcast and newsletter ads at citycast.fm/advertise. We kick off this week’s Friday news roundup with a recap of City Cast Las Vegas’s collaboration with ProPublica: An investigation into the so-called Tesla Tunnels that Elon Musk’s Boring Company is building under Las Vegas, and how little oversight they’ve received. But there’s even more to discuss this week: Co-hosts Sarah Lohman and Dayvid Figler are joined by Nevada Current deputy editor April Corbin Girnus, who discusses her article about the list of Nevada companies with the most employees on Medicaid, and why so many of them are in Southern Nevada. Next, the team tackles the impacts of the L.A. fires on Las Vegas — of note, yesterday, the City of Las Vegas asked residents to reconsider heavy driving, since the fires have impacted the main pipeline bringing gas to Las Vegas from California.

And lastly, a beloved tourist attraction closes after 40 years — can we convince Dayvid to try indoor skydiving before it shutters for good?

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]]> 1594 The Must-Try New Vegas Restaurants of 2025 http://lasvegas.citycast.fm Finally, some new food for the new year! There’s always too much to try in Vegas, so let us do the work for you and whittle it down to your best options. Co-host Sarah Lohman talks to local food critic John Curtas of EatingLV.com about the most anticipated Las Vegas restaurant openings in 2025 on and off the Strip, big chefs to watch in the area, trends we’re ready to leave behind, and co-host Davyid Figler’s fixation on caviar.  Want to get in touch? Follow us @CityCastVegas on Instagram, or email us at lasvegas@citycast.fm. You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719. For more Las Vegas news, make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter, Hey Las Vegas. Looking to advertise on City Cast Las Vegas? Check out our options for podcast and newsletter ads at citycast.fm/advertise. Thu, 09 Jan 2025 11:00:00 -0000 The Must-Try New Vegas Restaurants of 2025 full City Cast Finally, some new food for the new year! There’s always too much to try in Vegas, so let us do the work for you and whittle it down to your best options. Co-host Sarah Lohman talks to local food critic John Curtas of EatingLV.com about the most anticipated Las Vegas restaurant openings in 2025 on and off the Strip, big chefs to watch in the area, trends we’re ready to leave behind, and co-host Davyid Figler’s fixation on caviar.  Want to get in touch? Follow us @CityCastVegas on Instagram, or email us at lasvegas@citycast.fm. You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719. For more Las Vegas news, make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter, Hey Las Vegas. Looking to advertise on City Cast Las Vegas? Check out our options for podcast and newsletter ads at citycast.fm/advertise. Finally, some new food for the new year! There’s always too much to try in Vegas, so let us do the work for you and whittle it down to your best options. Co-host Sarah Lohman talks to local food critic John Curtas of EatingLV.com about the most anticipated Las Vegas restaurant openings in 2025 on and off the Strip, big chefs to watch in the area, trends we’re ready to leave behind, and co-host Davyid Figler’s fixation on caviar. 

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]]> 1267 Exclusive: The Tesla Tunnel Expansion, Investigated https://lasvegas.citycast.fm City Cast's new investigation, co-published with ProPublica, reveals new details about the so-called "Tesla tunnels" running under our city: When Elon Musk’s Boring Company came to Las Vegas in 2019, its tunneling projects in other cities had already fizzled out after environmental reviews and public outcry. But here, with the backing of the powerful Las Vegas Convention and Visitors Authority, the Boring Co. won a bid to build the Vegas Loop, a tunnel system for ferrying convention-goers around in underground Teslas — and it’s since won approval from local government entities for 68 miles of tunnels. City Cast Las Vegas co-host Dayvid Figler and journalist Daniel Rothberg co-authored a new investigation for ProPublica about how the Boring Co. has advanced a sprawling transit system with little public oversight and input, despite the fines and environmental incidents it’s racked up since the project began. City Cast Las Vegas co-host Sarah Lohman interviews Dayvid and Daniel in today’s episode. Make sure to read the investigation in full here. ProPublica and City Cast Las Vegas made multiple attempts to reach the Boring Company for comment on this investigation, but have received no response as of the publication date. Want to get in touch? Follow us @CityCastVegas on Instagram, or email us at lasvegas@citycast.fm. You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719. For more Las Vegas news, make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter, Hey Las Vegas. Looking to advertise on City Cast Las Vegas? Check out our options for podcast and newsletter ads at citycast.fm/advertise. Wed, 08 Jan 2025 09:30:00 -0000 Exclusive: The Tesla Tunnel Expansion, Investigated full City Cast City Cast's new investigation, co-published with ProPublica, reveals new details about the so-called "Tesla tunnels" running under our city: When Elon Musk’s Boring Company came to Las Vegas in 2019, its tunneling projects in other cities had already fizzled out after environmental reviews and public outcry. But here, with the backing of the powerful Las Vegas Convention and Visitors Authority, the Boring Co. won a bid to build the Vegas Loop, a tunnel system for ferrying convention-goers around in underground Teslas — and it’s since won approval from local government entities for 68 miles of tunnels. City Cast Las Vegas co-host Dayvid Figler and journalist Daniel Rothberg co-authored a new investigation for ProPublica about how the Boring Co. has advanced a sprawling transit system with little public oversight and input, despite the fines and environmental incidents it’s racked up since the project began. City Cast Las Vegas co-host Sarah Lohman interviews Dayvid and Daniel in today’s episode. Make sure to read the investigation in full here. ProPublica and City Cast Las Vegas made multiple attempts to reach the Boring Company for comment on this investigation, but have received no response as of the publication date. Want to get in touch? Follow us @CityCastVegas on Instagram, or email us at lasvegas@citycast.fm. You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719. For more Las Vegas news, make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter, Hey Las Vegas. Looking to advertise on City Cast Las Vegas? Check out our options for podcast and newsletter ads at citycast.fm/advertise. City Cast's new investigation, co-published with ProPublica, reveals new details about the so-called "Tesla tunnels" running under our city: When Elon Musk’s Boring Company came to Las Vegas in 2019, its tunneling projects in other cities had already fizzled out after environmental reviews and public outcry. But here, with the backing of the powerful Las Vegas Convention and Visitors Authority, the Boring Co. won a bid to build the Vegas Loop, a tunnel system for ferrying convention-goers around in underground Teslas — and it’s since won approval from local government entities for 68 miles of tunnels. City Cast Las Vegas co-host Dayvid Figler and journalist Daniel Rothberg co-authored a new investigation for ProPublica about how the Boring Co. has advanced a sprawling transit system with little public oversight and input, despite the fines and environmental incidents it’s racked up since the project began.

City Cast Las Vegas co-host Sarah Lohman interviews Dayvid and Daniel in today’s episode. Make sure to read the investigation in full here.

ProPublica and City Cast Las Vegas made multiple attempts to reach the Boring Company for comment on this investigation, but have received no response as of the publication date.

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]]> 1840 How Historic Water Street Became Henderson’s Hottest Neighborhood http://lasvegas.citycast.fm Water Street in Henderson isn’t usually the first place to come to mind when planning a hot night around town, but that’s slowly changing. Co-host Dayvid Figler discusses the evolution of Water Street with co-host Sarah Lohman, who recently led the City Cast Las Vegas team through the redeveloped neighborhood. She takes us through the street’s history and emerging new venues, and helps us identify the vibe. Want to get in touch? Follow us @CityCastVegas on Instagram, or email us at lasvegas@citycast.fm. You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719. For more Las Vegas news, make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter, Hey Las Vegas. Looking to advertise on City Cast Las Vegas? Check out our options for podcast and newsletter ads at citycast.fm/advertise. Tue, 07 Jan 2025 11:00:00 -0000 How Historic Water Street Became Henderson’s Hottest Neighborhood full City Cast Water Street in Henderson isn’t usually the first place to come to mind when planning a hot night around town, but that’s slowly changing. Co-host Dayvid Figler discusses the evolution of Water Street with co-host Sarah Lohman, who recently led the City Cast Las Vegas team through the redeveloped neighborhood. She takes us through the street’s history and emerging new venues, and helps us identify the vibe. Want to get in touch? Follow us @CityCastVegas on Instagram, or email us at lasvegas@citycast.fm. You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719. For more Las Vegas news, make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter, Hey Las Vegas. Looking to advertise on City Cast Las Vegas? Check out our options for podcast and newsletter ads at citycast.fm/advertise. Water Street in Henderson isn’t usually the first place to come to mind when planning a hot night around town, but that’s slowly changing. Co-host Dayvid Figler discusses the evolution of Water Street with co-host Sarah Lohman, who recently led the City Cast Las Vegas team through the redeveloped neighborhood. She takes us through the street’s history and emerging new venues, and helps us identify the vibe.

Want to get in touch? Follow us @CityCastVegas on Instagram, or email us at lasvegas@citycast.fm. You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719.

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]]> 1319 Can the Legislature Actually Get Bills Passed This Year? https://lasvegas.citycast.fm Nevada’s citizen legislators are getting ready for a new session in February. How will their decisions impact Las Vegas? And will they be able to work with the governor after a contentious election cycle? Co-host Dayvid Figler talks to Nevada Independent reporter Tabitha Mueller about what’s up ahead for the 2025 season of the Nevada Legislature, which bills and legislators to watch, and how our inner politics could play out during this session. Read more from Tabitha Mueller and the Nevada Independent here. Want to get in touch? Follow us @CityCastVegas on Instagram, or email us at lasvegas@citycast.fm. You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719. For more Las Vegas news, make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter, Hey Las Vegas. Looking to advertise on City Cast Las Vegas? Check out our options for podcast and newsletter ads at citycast.fm/advertise. Mon, 06 Jan 2025 11:00:00 -0000 Can the Legislature Actually Get Bills Passed This Year? full City Cast Nevada’s citizen legislators are getting ready for a new session in February. How will their decisions impact Las Vegas? And will they be able to work with the governor after a contentious election cycle? Co-host Dayvid Figler talks to Nevada Independent reporter Tabitha Mueller about what’s up ahead for the 2025 season of the Nevada Legislature, which bills and legislators to watch, and how our inner politics could play out during this session. Read more from Tabitha Mueller and the Nevada Independent here. Want to get in touch? Follow us @CityCastVegas on Instagram, or email us at lasvegas@citycast.fm. You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719. For more Las Vegas news, make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter, Hey Las Vegas. Looking to advertise on City Cast Las Vegas? Check out our options for podcast and newsletter ads at citycast.fm/advertise. Nevada’s citizen legislators are getting ready for a new session in February. How will their decisions impact Las Vegas? And will they be able to work with the governor after a contentious election cycle? Co-host Dayvid Figler talks to Nevada Independent reporter Tabitha Mueller about what’s up ahead for the 2025 season of the Nevada Legislature, which bills and legislators to watch, and how our inner politics could play out during this session.

Read more from Tabitha Mueller and the Nevada Independent here.

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]]> 1364 Cybertruck Explosion Update, Gov. Lombardo vs. CCSD, and How Downtown Will Look Different in 2025 http://lasvegas.citycast.fm Welcome to 2025 Las Vegas. Today, you’ll hear a round up of the biggest stories and developments that will impact Las Vegas this year. But first, authorities are investigating a Tesla Cybertruck explosion in front of the Trump International Hotel on Wednesday morning, leaving one dead and seven injured. Co-hosts Sarah Lohman and Dayvid Figler are joined by Hey Las Vegas editor Rob Kachelriess to share the latest updates and more. Want to get in touch? Follow us @CityCastVegas on Instagram, or email us at lasvegas@citycast.fm. You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719. For more Las Vegas news, make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter, Hey Las Vegas. Looking to advertise on City Cast Las Vegas? Check out our options for podcast and newsletter ads at citycast.fm/advertise. Fri, 03 Jan 2025 11:00:00 -0000 Cybertruck Explosion Update, Gov. Lombardo vs. CCSD, and How Downtown Will Look Different in 2025 full City Cast Welcome to 2025 Las Vegas. Today, you’ll hear a round up of the biggest stories and developments that will impact Las Vegas this year. But first, authorities are investigating a Tesla Cybertruck explosion in front of the Trump International Hotel on Wednesday morning, leaving one dead and seven injured. Co-hosts Sarah Lohman and Dayvid Figler are joined by Hey Las Vegas editor Rob Kachelriess to share the latest updates and more. Want to get in touch? Follow us @CityCastVegas on Instagram, or email us at lasvegas@citycast.fm. You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719. For more Las Vegas news, make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter, Hey Las Vegas. Looking to advertise on City Cast Las Vegas? Check out our options for podcast and newsletter ads at citycast.fm/advertise. Welcome to 2025 Las Vegas. Today, you’ll hear a round up of the biggest stories and developments that will impact Las Vegas this year. But first, authorities are investigating a Tesla Cybertruck explosion in front of the Trump International Hotel on Wednesday morning, leaving one dead and seven injured. Co-hosts Sarah Lohman and Dayvid Figler are joined by Hey Las Vegas editor Rob Kachelriess to share the latest updates and more.

Want to get in touch? Follow us @CityCastVegas on Instagram, or email us at lasvegas@citycast.fm. You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719.

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]]> 1958 Your Guide to January 2025 in Las Vegas http://lasvegas.citycast.fm Happy New Year Las Vegas! To kick off the first month of 2025, we’ve got your guide to the can’t miss events, experiences, and food in the valley, from an inside look at the AVN Adult Entertainment Expo to tips on visiting the Nellis Auction House’s new outlet. Co-hosts Sarah Lohman and Dayvid Figler are joined by local artist Vogue Robinson to share restaurant openings, day trip ideas, and more ideas for your January in Las Vegas. If you want to hear a behind the scenes look at how the Vegas Golden Knights revolutionized NHL pre-game shows, listen to our conversation with their head of entertainment. 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 Las Vegas community. For even more tips on how to make the most of January in Las Vegas, check out Hey Las Vegas’s take on what to do this month. Want to get in touch? Follow us @CityCastVegas on Instagram, or email us at lasvegas@citycast.fm. You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719. For more Las Vegas news, make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter, Hey Las Vegas. Looking to advertise on City Cast Las Vegas? Check out our options for podcast and newsletter ads at citycast.fm/advertise. Thu, 02 Jan 2025 11:00:00 -0000 Your Guide to January 2025 in Las Vegas full City Cast Happy New Year Las Vegas! To kick off the first month of 2025, we’ve got your guide to the can’t miss events, experiences, and food in the valley, from an inside look at the AVN Adult Entertainment Expo to tips on visiting the Nellis Auction House’s new outlet. Co-hosts Sarah Lohman and Dayvid Figler are joined by local artist Vogue Robinson to share restaurant openings, day trip ideas, and more ideas for your January in Las Vegas. If you want to hear a behind the scenes look at how the Vegas Golden Knights revolutionized NHL pre-game shows, listen to our conversation with their head of entertainment. 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 Las Vegas community. For even more tips on how to make the most of January in Las Vegas, check out Hey Las Vegas’s take on what to do this month. Want to get in touch? Follow us @CityCastVegas on Instagram, or email us at lasvegas@citycast.fm. You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719. For more Las Vegas news, make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter, Hey Las Vegas. Looking to advertise on City Cast Las Vegas? Check out our options for podcast and newsletter ads at citycast.fm/advertise. Happy New Year Las Vegas! To kick off the first month of 2025, we’ve got your guide to the can’t miss events, experiences, and food in the valley, from an inside look at the AVN Adult Entertainment Expo to tips on visiting the Nellis Auction House’s new outlet. Co-hosts Sarah Lohman and Dayvid Figler are joined by local artist Vogue Robinson to share restaurant openings, day trip ideas, and more ideas for your January in Las Vegas. If you want to hear a behind the scenes look at how the Vegas Golden Knights revolutionized NHL pre-game shows, listen to our conversation with their head of entertainment.

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 Las Vegas community.

For even more tips on how to make the most of January in Las Vegas, check out Hey Las Vegas’s take on what to do this month.

Want to get in touch? Follow us @CityCastVegas on Instagram, or email us at lasvegas@citycast.fm. You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719.

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]]> 1593 Was the Las Vegas Monorail Ever Cool? https://lasvegas.citycast.fm/ These days the Las Vegas Monorail is a side-eyed 90s relic for convention-goers at its best; and the butt of jokes plus a symbol of our crushed public transit dreams at its worst. So how did it get here, and what derailed our mono-future? Find out in this episode featuring co-host Sarah Lohman in conversation with writer and monorail enthusiast Eric Duran-Valle about the system’s surprising Disney connection, the issues that plagued it, and why locals should still give the monorail a chance (spoiler: we tell you how to get $2 locals tickets on the cheap). And oh yes, there will be Simpsons references and singing. Read Eric’s lovely essay about the monorail here. Want to get in touch? Follow us @CityCastVegas on Instagram, or email us at lasvegas@citycast.fm. You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719. For more Las Vegas news, make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter, Hey Las Vegas. Looking to advertise on City Cast Las Vegas? Check out our options for podcast and newsletter ads at citycast.fm/advertise. Mon, 30 Dec 2024 11:00:00 -0000 Was the Las Vegas Monorail Ever Cool? full City Cast These days the Las Vegas Monorail is a side-eyed 90s relic for convention-goers at its best; and the butt of jokes plus a symbol of our crushed public transit dreams at its worst. So how did it get here, and what derailed our mono-future? Find out in this episode featuring co-host Sarah Lohman in conversation with writer and monorail enthusiast Eric Duran-Valle about the system’s surprising Disney connection, the issues that plagued it, and why locals should still give the monorail a chance (spoiler: we tell you how to get $2 locals tickets on the cheap). And oh yes, there will be Simpsons references and singing. Read Eric’s lovely essay about the monorail here. Want to get in touch? Follow us @CityCastVegas on Instagram, or email us at lasvegas@citycast.fm. You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719. For more Las Vegas news, make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter, Hey Las Vegas. Looking to advertise on City Cast Las Vegas? Check out our options for podcast and newsletter ads at citycast.fm/advertise. These days the Las Vegas Monorail is a side-eyed 90s relic for convention-goers at its best; and the butt of jokes plus a symbol of our crushed public transit dreams at its worst. So how did it get here, and what derailed our mono-future? Find out in this episode featuring co-host Sarah Lohman in conversation with writer and monorail enthusiast Eric Duran-Valle about the system’s surprising Disney connection, the issues that plagued it, and why locals should still give the monorail a chance (spoiler: we tell you how to get $2 locals tickets on the cheap). And oh yes, there will be Simpsons references and singing.

Read Eric’s lovely essay about the monorail here.

Want to get in touch? Follow us @CityCastVegas on Instagram, or email us at lasvegas@citycast.fm. You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719.

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]]> 1313 Where to Find the Best Tacos in Vegas https://lasvegas.citycast.fm/ From all of us here at City Cast Las Vegas, we hope that you had a great day yesterday and every day. We also believe that every day is a great day for a taco! We have so many amazing spots throughout the city that we sat down for a conversation earlier this year with taco enthusiasts Justin Favela and Brent Holmes to hear about their favorite tacos around Las Vegas, from cheesy, drippy quesabirria to crunchy, crisp fish tacos. Want to get in touch? Follow us @CityCastVegas on Instagram, or email us at lasvegas@citycast.fm. You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719. For more Las Vegas news, make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter, Hey Las Vegas. All the taco spots mentioned in this episode: Tacos el Gordo on Charleston & 17th Guisos de el Canelo on Pecos and Charleston The original Lindo Michoacán on East Desert Inn Antojitos D.F. on Flamingo and Pecos Tacos El Compita on Charleston and Jones The original Tacos Tijuana at Broadacres Los Tacos on Charleston and 17th Carnitas y Tortas Ahogadas Guadalajara on Bonanza and Eastern Juarez Border Food El Paso on Bonanza and Eastern Habanero Grill on Rainbow and Smoke Ranch Mariscos Playa Escondida on Charleston and Maryland Bajamar on Las Vegas Blvd and Oakey Abuela’s Tacos on Sahara and Lamb El Tamalucas on Las Vegas Blvd and Pecos Tacotarian, various locations Durango Taco Shop, various locations Looking to advertise on City Cast Las Vegas? Check out our options for podcast and newsletter ads at citycast.fm/advertise. Thu, 26 Dec 2024 11:00:00 -0000 Where to Find the Best Tacos in Vegas full City Cast From all of us here at City Cast Las Vegas, we hope that you had a great day yesterday and every day. We also believe that every day is a great day for a taco! We have so many amazing spots throughout the city that we sat down for a conversation earlier this year with taco enthusiasts Justin Favela and Brent Holmes to hear about their favorite tacos around Las Vegas, from cheesy, drippy quesabirria to crunchy, crisp fish tacos. Want to get in touch? Follow us @CityCastVegas on Instagram, or email us at lasvegas@citycast.fm. You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719. For more Las Vegas news, make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter, Hey Las Vegas. All the taco spots mentioned in this episode: Tacos el Gordo on Charleston & 17th Guisos de el Canelo on Pecos and Charleston The original Lindo Michoacán on East Desert Inn Antojitos D.F. on Flamingo and Pecos Tacos El Compita on Charleston and Jones The original Tacos Tijuana at Broadacres Los Tacos on Charleston and 17th Carnitas y Tortas Ahogadas Guadalajara on Bonanza and Eastern Juarez Border Food El Paso on Bonanza and Eastern Habanero Grill on Rainbow and Smoke Ranch Mariscos Playa Escondida on Charleston and Maryland Bajamar on Las Vegas Blvd and Oakey Abuela’s Tacos on Sahara and Lamb El Tamalucas on Las Vegas Blvd and Pecos Tacotarian, various locations Durango Taco Shop, various locations Looking to advertise on City Cast Las Vegas? Check out our options for podcast and newsletter ads at citycast.fm/advertise. From all of us here at City Cast Las Vegas, we hope that you had a great day yesterday and every day. We also believe that every day is a great day for a taco! We have so many amazing spots throughout the city that we sat down for a conversation earlier this year with taco enthusiasts Justin Favela and Brent Holmes to hear about their favorite tacos around Las Vegas, from cheesy, drippy quesabirria to crunchy, crisp fish tacos.

Want to get in touch? Follow us @CityCastVegas on Instagram, or email us at lasvegas@citycast.fm. You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719.

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All the taco spots mentioned in this episode:

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]]> 1377 Secret Strip Spots to Visit this Holiday Season https://lasvegas.citycast.fm/ The holidays have a way of bringing us together… on the Strip! Whether you’ve got family in town, or are a visitor yourself, you’re probably spending more time there than usual and might be in need of some more unusual activities. We’ve got you covered and are revisiting one of our most popular episodes with co-hosts Dayvid Figler and Sarah Lohman, along with newsletter editor Rob Kachelriess, as they spill their favorite hidden gems from around the Strip—from little-known historical oddities to quiet places for reflection to their best food and drink surprises. Want to get in touch? Follow us @CityCastVegas on Instagram, or email us at lasvegas@citycast.fm. You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719. For more Las Vegas news, make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter, Hey Las Vegas. Looking to advertise on City Cast Las Vegas? Check out our options for podcast and newsletter ads at citycast.fm/advertise. Mon, 23 Dec 2024 11:00:00 -0000 Secret Strip Spots to Visit this Holiday Season full City Cast The holidays have a way of bringing us together… on the Strip! Whether you’ve got family in town, or are a visitor yourself, you’re probably spending more time there than usual and might be in need of some more unusual activities. We’ve got you covered and are revisiting one of our most popular episodes with co-hosts Dayvid Figler and Sarah Lohman, along with newsletter editor Rob Kachelriess, as they spill their favorite hidden gems from around the Strip—from little-known historical oddities to quiet places for reflection to their best food and drink surprises. Want to get in touch? Follow us @CityCastVegas on Instagram, or email us at lasvegas@citycast.fm. You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719. For more Las Vegas news, make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter, Hey Las Vegas. Looking to advertise on City Cast Las Vegas? Check out our options for podcast and newsletter ads at citycast.fm/advertise. The holidays have a way of bringing us together… on the Strip! Whether you’ve got family in town, or are a visitor yourself, you’re probably spending more time there than usual and might be in need of some more unusual activities. We’ve got you covered and are revisiting one of our most popular episodes with co-hosts Dayvid Figler and Sarah Lohman, along with newsletter editor Rob Kachelriess, as they spill their favorite hidden gems from around the Strip—from little-known historical oddities to quiet places for reflection to their best food and drink surprises.

Want to get in touch? Follow us @CityCastVegas on Instagram, or email us at lasvegas@citycast.fm. You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719.

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]]> 1416 No More Resort Fees?! Plus Neighbors Fight Transitional Housing and R.I.P. Whiskey Pete http://lasvegas.citycast.fm It’s the last Friday News Roundup of 2024, and we’re bringing it home with some interesting news to share with your friends at holiday parties. Co-hosts Dayvid Figler and Sarah Lohman and interim executive producer Layla Muhammad chat about the FTC’s new law for Las Vegas businesses to be clear about junk fees, East Las Vegas residents debating over a transitional housing project in their neighborhood, and an end to casino resort Whiskey Pete’s 47-year run in Primm. Mentioned: Our Badlands episode with KTNV reporters Steve Sebelius and Darcy Spears Learn more about the sponsors of this December 20th episode: Soulbelly Enchant Las Vegas Nevada Ballet Want to get in touch? Follow us @CityCastVegas on Instagram, or email us at lasvegas@citycast.fm. You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719. For more Las Vegas news, make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter, Hey Las Vegas. Looking to advertise on City Cast Las Vegas? Check out our options for podcast and newsletter ads at citycast.fm/advertise. Fri, 20 Dec 2024 11:00:00 -0000 No More Resort Fees?! Plus Neighbors Fight Transitional Housing and R.I.P. Whiskey Pete full City Cast It’s the last Friday News Roundup of 2024, and we’re bringing it home with some interesting news to share with your friends at holiday parties. Co-hosts Dayvid Figler and Sarah Lohman and interim executive producer Layla Muhammad chat about the FTC’s new law for Las Vegas businesses to be clear about junk fees, East Las Vegas residents debating over a transitional housing project in their neighborhood, and an end to casino resort Whiskey Pete’s 47-year run in Primm. Mentioned: Our Badlands episode with KTNV reporters Steve Sebelius and Darcy Spears Learn more about the sponsors of this December 20th episode: Soulbelly Enchant Las Vegas Nevada Ballet Want to get in touch? Follow us @CityCastVegas on Instagram, or email us at lasvegas@citycast.fm. You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719. For more Las Vegas news, make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter, Hey Las Vegas. Looking to advertise on City Cast Las Vegas? Check out our options for podcast and newsletter ads at citycast.fm/advertise. It’s the last Friday News Roundup of 2024, and we’re bringing it home with some interesting news to share with your friends at holiday parties. Co-hosts Dayvid Figler and Sarah Lohman and interim executive producer Layla Muhammad chat about the FTC’s new law for Las Vegas businesses to be clear about junk fees, East Las Vegas residents debating over a transitional housing project in their neighborhood, and an end to casino resort Whiskey Pete’s 47-year run in Primm.

Mentioned: Our Badlands episode with KTNV reporters Steve Sebelius and Darcy Spears


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Enchant Las Vegas

Nevada Ballet


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]]> 2007 The Best Meals We Had in Las Vegas This Year http://lasvegas.citycast.fm It’s tough to eat your way through a city, but Las Vegas is a true foodie town, so we have to try. Co-host Sarah Lohman chats with Giselle D’Souza, founder of Nothing to Do LV EATS, about what her must-try spots were this year — from new restaurants to spots still lingering on our long to-do list that we finally got to this year. Also, breakfast and lunch favorites, dining gems in casinos, and what we think might be the 2024 theme was for Las Vegas restaurants. Learn more about the sponsors of this December 19th episode:  Soulbelly Enchant Las Vegas Nevada Ballet Restaurants we mentioned in today's episode: Off-Strip: Rangs, Bramare, 00 Pie & Pub, Las Vegas Distillery, Wineaux, Mala Town, Sookdal, and Eat Your Heart Out Strip: Balla, Mott 32, Chica and Beauty & Essex  Breakfast spots: Winnie & Ethel’s and Summer House Want to get in touch? Follow us @CityCastVegas on Instagram, or email us at lasvegas@citycast.fm. You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719. For more Las Vegas news, make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter, Hey Las Vegas. Looking to advertise on City Cast Las Vegas? Check out our options for podcast and newsletter ads at citycast.fm/advertise. Thu, 19 Dec 2024 11:00:00 -0000 The Best Meals We Had in Las Vegas This Year full City Cast It’s tough to eat your way through a city, but Las Vegas is a true foodie town, so we have to try. Co-host Sarah Lohman chats with Giselle D’Souza, founder of Nothing to Do LV EATS, about what her must-try spots were this year — from new restaurants to spots still lingering on our long to-do list that we finally got to this year. Also, breakfast and lunch favorites, dining gems in casinos, and what we think might be the 2024 theme was for Las Vegas restaurants. Learn more about the sponsors of this December 19th episode:  Soulbelly Enchant Las Vegas Nevada Ballet Restaurants we mentioned in today's episode: Off-Strip: Rangs, Bramare, 00 Pie & Pub, Las Vegas Distillery, Wineaux, Mala Town, Sookdal, and Eat Your Heart Out Strip: Balla, Mott 32, Chica and Beauty & Essex  Breakfast spots: Winnie & Ethel’s and Summer House Want to get in touch? Follow us @CityCastVegas on Instagram, or email us at lasvegas@citycast.fm. You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719. For more Las Vegas news, make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter, Hey Las Vegas. Looking to advertise on City Cast Las Vegas? Check out our options for podcast and newsletter ads at citycast.fm/advertise. It’s tough to eat your way through a city, but Las Vegas is a true foodie town, so we have to try. Co-host Sarah Lohman chats with Giselle D’Souza, founder of Nothing to Do LV EATS, about what her must-try spots were this year — from new restaurants to spots still lingering on our long to-do list that we finally got to this year. Also, breakfast and lunch favorites, dining gems in casinos, and what we think might be the 2024 theme was for Las Vegas restaurants.

Learn more about the sponsors of this December 19th episode: 

Soulbelly

Enchant Las Vegas

Nevada Ballet


Restaurants we mentioned in today's episode:

Off-Strip: Rangs, Bramare, 00 Pie & Pub, Las Vegas Distillery, Wineaux, Mala Town, Sookdal, and Eat Your Heart Out

Strip: Balla, Mott 32, Chica and Beauty & Essex 

Breakfast spots: Winnie & Ethel’s and Summer House


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]]> 1254 How a Golf Course Became the Largest Affordable Housing Project in Nevada https://lasvegas.citycast.fm Recently, the Desert Pines Redevelopment Project, an affordable housing project on the former East Las Vegas golf course that will be the largest in state history, was approved with funding by the State Infrastructure Bank. To explain how this project will impact Las Vegas, State Treasurer Zach Conine joins co-host Dayvid Figler to break down their office’s approach to Nevada’s housing crisis. Learn more about the sponsors of this December 16th episode:  Soulbelly Enchant Las Vegas Nevada Ballet Want to get in touch? Follow us @CityCastVegas on Instagram, or email us at lasvegas@citycast.fm. You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719. For more Las Vegas news, make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter, Hey Las Vegas. Looking to advertise on City Cast Las Vegas? Check out our options for podcast and newsletter ads at citycast.fm/advertise. Wed, 18 Dec 2024 11:00:00 -0000 How a Golf Course Became the Largest Affordable Housing Project in Nevada full City Cast Recently, the Desert Pines Redevelopment Project, an affordable housing project on the former East Las Vegas golf course that will be the largest in state history, was approved with funding by the State Infrastructure Bank. To explain how this project will impact Las Vegas, State Treasurer Zach Conine joins co-host Dayvid Figler to break down their office’s approach to Nevada’s housing crisis. Learn more about the sponsors of this December 16th episode:  Soulbelly Enchant Las Vegas Nevada Ballet Want to get in touch? Follow us @CityCastVegas on Instagram, or email us at lasvegas@citycast.fm. You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719. For more Las Vegas news, make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter, Hey Las Vegas. Looking to advertise on City Cast Las Vegas? Check out our options for podcast and newsletter ads at citycast.fm/advertise. Recently, the Desert Pines Redevelopment Project, an affordable housing project on the former East Las Vegas golf course that will be the largest in state history, was approved with funding by the State Infrastructure Bank. To explain how this project will impact Las Vegas, State Treasurer Zach Conine joins co-host Dayvid Figler to break down their office’s approach to Nevada’s housing crisis.

Learn more about the sponsors of this December 16th episode: 

Soulbelly

Enchant Las Vegas

Nevada Ballet

Want to get in touch? Follow us @CityCastVegas on Instagram, or email us at lasvegas@citycast.fm. You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719.

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]]> 1752 Was Justice Served in Judge Attack? Plus Other 2024 Headlines Revisited https://lasvegas.citycast.fm/ Whatever happened with that one news story from six months ago? In the interest of continuity, we’re going to follow up on some of the biggest headlines we’ve talked about this year. Co-host Dayvid Figler sits down with KTNV Channel 13 senior news reporter Jaewon Jung and Hey Las Vegas newsletter editor Rob Kachelriess to discuss the sentencing of the man who leaped the bench to go after his judge, the trials of Kevin Menon and Tupac Shakur, and another twist on the story of Lundy Elementary School on Mt. Charleston. Learn more about the sponsors of this December 17th episode: Enchant Las Vegas Soul Belly Nevada Ballet Want to get in touch? Follow us @CityCastVegas on Instagram, or email us at lasvegas@citycast.fm. You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719. For more Las Vegas news, make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter, Hey Las Vegas. Looking to advertise on City Cast Las Vegas? Check out our options for podcast and newsletter ads at citycast.fm/advertise. Tue, 17 Dec 2024 11:00:00 -0000 Was Justice Served in Judge Attack? Plus Other 2024 Headlines Revisited full City Cast Whatever happened with that one news story from six months ago? In the interest of continuity, we’re going to follow up on some of the biggest headlines we’ve talked about this year. Co-host Dayvid Figler sits down with KTNV Channel 13 senior news reporter Jaewon Jung and Hey Las Vegas newsletter editor Rob Kachelriess to discuss the sentencing of the man who leaped the bench to go after his judge, the trials of Kevin Menon and Tupac Shakur, and another twist on the story of Lundy Elementary School on Mt. Charleston. Learn more about the sponsors of this December 17th episode: Enchant Las Vegas Soul Belly Nevada Ballet Want to get in touch? Follow us @CityCastVegas on Instagram, or email us at lasvegas@citycast.fm. You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719. For more Las Vegas news, make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter, Hey Las Vegas. Looking to advertise on City Cast Las Vegas? Check out our options for podcast and newsletter ads at citycast.fm/advertise. Whatever happened with that one news story from six months ago? In the interest of continuity, we’re going to follow up on some of the biggest headlines we’ve talked about this year. Co-host Dayvid Figler sits down with KTNV Channel 13 senior news reporter Jaewon Jung and Hey Las Vegas newsletter editor Rob Kachelriess to discuss the sentencing of the man who leaped the bench to go after his judge, the trials of Kevin Menon and Tupac Shakur, and another twist on the story of Lundy Elementary School on Mt. Charleston.

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]]> 1476 The 2024 Naughty and Nice List - Celebrities, Politicians & More! http://lasvegas.citycast.fm Our Naughty and Nice list has returned for its third season! Co-hosts Dayvid Figler and Sarah Lohman talk to Kip Kelly, the Beverly Theater’s Chief Experience officer, and pick 2024’s honorees for naughty and nice Las Vegas celebrities, politicians, and food and beverage vendors. We love our city and we’ve got feelings. Learn more about the sponsors of this December 16th episode: Enchant Las Vegas Soul Belly Nevada Ballet Want to get in touch? Follow us @CityCastVegas on Instagram, or email us at lasvegas@citycast.fm. You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719. For more Las Vegas news, make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter, Hey Las Vegas. Looking to advertise on City Cast Las Vegas? Check out our options for podcast and newsletter ads at citycast.fm/advertise. Mon, 16 Dec 2024 11:00:00 -0000 The 2024 Naughty and Nice List - Celebrities, Politicians & More! full City Cast Our Naughty and Nice list has returned for its third season! Co-hosts Dayvid Figler and Sarah Lohman talk to Kip Kelly, the Beverly Theater’s Chief Experience officer, and pick 2024’s honorees for naughty and nice Las Vegas celebrities, politicians, and food and beverage vendors. We love our city and we’ve got feelings. Learn more about the sponsors of this December 16th episode: Enchant Las Vegas Soul Belly Nevada Ballet Want to get in touch? Follow us @CityCastVegas on Instagram, or email us at lasvegas@citycast.fm. You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719. For more Las Vegas news, make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter, Hey Las Vegas. Looking to advertise on City Cast Las Vegas? Check out our options for podcast and newsletter ads at citycast.fm/advertise. Our Naughty and Nice list has returned for its third season! Co-hosts Dayvid Figler and Sarah Lohman talk to Kip Kelly, the Beverly Theater’s Chief Experience officer, and pick 2024’s honorees for naughty and nice Las Vegas celebrities, politicians, and food and beverage vendors. We love our city and we’ve got feelings.

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]]> 1492 Why Coach Odom Left UNLV, Justice for Reba the Bulldog, and Cleaning Up Old Mines http://lasvegas.citycast.fm We made it to Friday, and the news this week gave us a lot of interesting conversation fodder. Co-hosts Dayvid Figler and Sarah Lohman welcome back List.Vegas editor Andrew Kiraly to talk about why UNLV football coach Barry Odom is leaving Las Vegas so soon, the newest twists in the sad case of Reba the Bulldog, and Nevada finally cleaning up its many long-abandoned, weird mines. Learn more about the sponsors of this December 13th episode: Wineaux Matter Real Estate Enchant Las Vegas Want to get in touch? Follow us @CityCastVegas on Instagram, or email us at lasvegas@citycast.fm. You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719. For more Las Vegas news, make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter, Hey Las Vegas. Looking to advertise on City Cast Las Vegas? Check out our options for podcast and newsletter ads at citycast.fm/advertise. Fri, 13 Dec 2024 11:00:00 -0000 Why Coach Odom Left UNLV, Justice for Reba the Bulldog, and Cleaning Up Old Mines full City Cast We made it to Friday, and the news this week gave us a lot of interesting conversation fodder. Co-hosts Dayvid Figler and Sarah Lohman welcome back List.Vegas editor Andrew Kiraly to talk about why UNLV football coach Barry Odom is leaving Las Vegas so soon, the newest twists in the sad case of Reba the Bulldog, and Nevada finally cleaning up its many long-abandoned, weird mines. Learn more about the sponsors of this December 13th episode: Wineaux Matter Real Estate Enchant Las Vegas Want to get in touch? Follow us @CityCastVegas on Instagram, or email us at lasvegas@citycast.fm. You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719. For more Las Vegas news, make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter, Hey Las Vegas. Looking to advertise on City Cast Las Vegas? Check out our options for podcast and newsletter ads at citycast.fm/advertise. We made it to Friday, and the news this week gave us a lot of interesting conversation fodder. Co-hosts Dayvid Figler and Sarah Lohman welcome back List.Vegas editor Andrew Kiraly to talk about why UNLV football coach Barry Odom is leaving Las Vegas so soon, the newest twists in the sad case of Reba the Bulldog, and Nevada finally cleaning up its many long-abandoned, weird mines.

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]]> 2104 The Best Holiday Pop-Ups in Las Vegas https://lasvegas.citycast.fm/podcasts There’s a lot to see and taste this season — from a waffle speakeasy to elaborate prefix dinners — and we want to make sure you get the best possible Vegas holiday pop-up experience. Co-host Dayvid Figler talks to Hey Las Vegas editor Rob Kachelriess about what special events are particularly worth catching, which bars have the best decorations, and where you can grab some extra presents while soaking up that festive spirit.  Learn more about the sponsors of this December 12th episode: Enchant Las Vegas Wineaux Matter Real Estate Want to get in touch? Follow us @CityCastVegas on Instagram, or email us at lasvegas@citycast.fm. You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719. For more Las Vegas news, make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter, Hey Las Vegas. Looking to advertise on City Cast Las Vegas? Check out our options for podcast and newsletter ads at citycast.fm/advertise. Thu, 12 Dec 2024 11:00:00 -0000 The Best Holiday Pop-Ups in Las Vegas full City Cast There’s a lot to see and taste this season — from a waffle speakeasy to elaborate prefix dinners — and we want to make sure you get the best possible Vegas holiday pop-up experience. Co-host Dayvid Figler talks to Hey Las Vegas editor Rob Kachelriess about what special events are particularly worth catching, which bars have the best decorations, and where you can grab some extra presents while soaking up that festive spirit.  Learn more about the sponsors of this December 12th episode: Enchant Las Vegas Wineaux Matter Real Estate Want to get in touch? Follow us @CityCastVegas on Instagram, or email us at lasvegas@citycast.fm. You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719. For more Las Vegas news, make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter, Hey Las Vegas. Looking to advertise on City Cast Las Vegas? Check out our options for podcast and newsletter ads at citycast.fm/advertise. There’s a lot to see and taste this season — from a waffle speakeasy to elaborate prefix dinners — and we want to make sure you get the best possible Vegas holiday pop-up experience. Co-host Dayvid Figler talks to Hey Las Vegas editor Rob Kachelriess about what special events are particularly worth catching, which bars have the best decorations, and where you can grab some extra presents while soaking up that festive spirit. 

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]]> 1489 Reviewing Our 2024 Bingo Cards: What We Got Right http://lasvegas.citycast.fm You can’t say Las Vegas doesn’t know its bingo. We made a lot of predictions about what would happen in our city this year, and the results . . . well, they won’t shock you, but some of them ended up being pretty funny. Co-hosts Sarah Lohman and Dayvid Figler sit down with local artist Brent Holmes to talk A’s stadium, Elon Musk, local landmarks, what we got right, and where we were way off. Learn more about the sponsors of this December 11th episode: Wineaux Matter Real Estate Enchant Las Vegas Want to get in touch? Follow us @CityCastVegas on Instagram, or email us at lasvegas@citycast.fm. You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719. For more Las Vegas news, make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter, Hey Las Vegas. Looking to advertise on City Cast Las Vegas? Check out our options for podcast and newsletter ads at citycast.fm/advertise. Wed, 11 Dec 2024 11:00:00 -0000 Reviewing Our 2024 Bingo Cards: What We Got Right full City Cast You can’t say Las Vegas doesn’t know its bingo. We made a lot of predictions about what would happen in our city this year, and the results . . . well, they won’t shock you, but some of them ended up being pretty funny. Co-hosts Sarah Lohman and Dayvid Figler sit down with local artist Brent Holmes to talk A’s stadium, Elon Musk, local landmarks, what we got right, and where we were way off. Learn more about the sponsors of this December 11th episode: Wineaux Matter Real Estate Enchant Las Vegas Want to get in touch? Follow us @CityCastVegas on Instagram, or email us at lasvegas@citycast.fm. You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719. For more Las Vegas news, make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter, Hey Las Vegas. Looking to advertise on City Cast Las Vegas? Check out our options for podcast and newsletter ads at citycast.fm/advertise. You can’t say Las Vegas doesn’t know its bingo. We made a lot of predictions about what would happen in our city this year, and the results . . . well, they won’t shock you, but some of them ended up being pretty funny. Co-hosts Sarah Lohman and Dayvid Figler sit down with local artist Brent Holmes to talk A’s stadium, Elon Musk, local landmarks, what we got right, and where we were way off.

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]]> 1454 How To Do Hot Springs Season Right in Nevada https://lasvegas.citycast.fm/podcasts The winter season calls for some next-level winding down, and nothing does that quite like a trip to the hot springs. Co-host Sarah Lohman talks to Terri Galura-Chiong of Savor Sin City on Instagram about what to do when hitting the local hot springs, including nearby hikes, and what to pack, and why this is a good time of year to get out there. Learn more about the sponsors of this December 10th episode: Wineaux Matter Real Estate Enchant Las Vegas Want to get in touch? Follow us @CityCastVegas on Instagram, or email us at lasvegas@citycast.fm. You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719. For more Las Vegas news, make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter, Hey Las Vegas. Looking to advertise on City Cast Las Vegas? Check out our options for podcast and newsletter ads at citycast.fm/advertise. Tue, 10 Dec 2024 11:00:00 -0000 How To Do Hot Springs Season Right in Nevada full City Cast The winter season calls for some next-level winding down, and nothing does that quite like a trip to the hot springs. Co-host Sarah Lohman talks to Terri Galura-Chiong of Savor Sin City on Instagram about what to do when hitting the local hot springs, including nearby hikes, and what to pack, and why this is a good time of year to get out there. Learn more about the sponsors of this December 10th episode: Wineaux Matter Real Estate Enchant Las Vegas Want to get in touch? Follow us @CityCastVegas on Instagram, or email us at lasvegas@citycast.fm. You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719. For more Las Vegas news, make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter, Hey Las Vegas. Looking to advertise on City Cast Las Vegas? Check out our options for podcast and newsletter ads at citycast.fm/advertise. The winter season calls for some next-level winding down, and nothing does that quite like a trip to the hot springs. Co-host Sarah Lohman talks to Terri Galura-Chiong of Savor Sin City on Instagram about what to do when hitting the local hot springs, including nearby hikes, and what to pack, and why this is a good time of year to get out there.

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]]> 1219 Why The Strip Isn’t In Las Vegas, Explained http://lasvegas.citycast.fm When someone says they’re from Las Vegas, where do they specifically mean? The majority of the Valley lives in one of the adjacent municipalities or unincorporated Clark County. So how did we get this weird patchwork of townships and jurisdictions, and how did it set up the city and the county for their many tensions today? We’re sharing our notes in this re-airing of a popular episode — co-host Dayvid Figler talks to UNLV history professor Michael Green about the last century of Las Vegas and Clark County history, and how a city-county showdown brought us to this utterly unique arrangement. Learn more about the sponsors of this December 9th episode: Wineaux Matter Real Estate Enchant Las Vegas Want to get in touch? Follow us @CityCastVegas on Instagram, or email us at lasvegas@citycast.fm. You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719. For more Las Vegas news, make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter, Hey Las Vegas. Looking to advertise on City Cast Las Vegas? Check out our options for podcast and newsletter ads at citycast.fm/advertise. Mon, 09 Dec 2024 11:00:00 -0000 Why The Strip Isn’t In Las Vegas, Explained full City Cast When someone says they’re from Las Vegas, where do they specifically mean? The majority of the Valley lives in one of the adjacent municipalities or unincorporated Clark County. So how did we get this weird patchwork of townships and jurisdictions, and how did it set up the city and the county for their many tensions today? We’re sharing our notes in this re-airing of a popular episode — co-host Dayvid Figler talks to UNLV history professor Michael Green about the last century of Las Vegas and Clark County history, and how a city-county showdown brought us to this utterly unique arrangement. Learn more about the sponsors of this December 9th episode: Wineaux Matter Real Estate Enchant Las Vegas Want to get in touch? Follow us @CityCastVegas on Instagram, or email us at lasvegas@citycast.fm. You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719. For more Las Vegas news, make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter, Hey Las Vegas. Looking to advertise on City Cast Las Vegas? Check out our options for podcast and newsletter ads at citycast.fm/advertise. When someone says they’re from Las Vegas, where do they specifically mean? The majority of the Valley lives in one of the adjacent municipalities or unincorporated Clark County. So how did we get this weird patchwork of townships and jurisdictions, and how did it set up the city and the county for their many tensions today? We’re sharing our notes in this re-airing of a popular episode — co-host Dayvid Figler talks to UNLV history professor Michael Green about the last century of Las Vegas and Clark County history, and how a city-county showdown brought us to this utterly unique arrangement.

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]]> 1327 Neighborhoods Battle Internet Project, Deadly Road Rage, and Barry Manilow’s Endless Residency http://lasvegas.citycast.fm A lot of woe on those roads in this week’s Friday News Roundup. Co-hosts Sarah Lohman and Dayvid Figler welcome back Nevada Current reporter Michael MJ Lyle to discuss a fiberoptics project that’s been causing issues for residents, the recent rash of road rage incidents in Las Vegas, Barry Manilow’s open-ended Las Vegas residency and which octogenarians we want to come to town. Learn more about the sponsors of this December 6th episode: BetterHelp - get 10% off at betterhelp.com/CITYCAST Soulbelly Want to get in touch? Follow us @CityCastVegas on Instagram, or email us at lasvegas@citycast.fm. You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719. For more Las Vegas news, make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter, Hey Las Vegas. Looking to advertise on City Cast Las Vegas? Check out our options for podcast and newsletter ads at citycast.fm/advertise. Fri, 06 Dec 2024 11:00:00 -0000 Neighborhoods Battle Internet Project, Deadly Road Rage, and Barry Manilow’s Endless Residency full City Cast A lot of woe on those roads in this week’s Friday News Roundup. Co-hosts Sarah Lohman and Dayvid Figler welcome back Nevada Current reporter Michael MJ Lyle to discuss a fiberoptics project that’s been causing issues for residents, the recent rash of road rage incidents in Las Vegas, Barry Manilow’s open-ended Las Vegas residency and which octogenarians we want to come to town. Learn more about the sponsors of this December 6th episode: BetterHelp - get 10% off at betterhelp.com/CITYCAST Soulbelly Want to get in touch? Follow us @CityCastVegas on Instagram, or email us at lasvegas@citycast.fm. You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719. For more Las Vegas news, make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter, Hey Las Vegas. Looking to advertise on City Cast Las Vegas? Check out our options for podcast and newsletter ads at citycast.fm/advertise. A lot of woe on those roads in this week’s Friday News Roundup. Co-hosts Sarah Lohman and Dayvid Figler welcome back Nevada Current reporter Michael MJ Lyle to discuss a fiberoptics project that’s been causing issues for residents, the recent rash of road rage incidents in Las Vegas, Barry Manilow’s open-ended Las Vegas residency and which octogenarians we want to come to town.

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]]> 1982 An Inside Look at the Oldest Dive Bars in Vegas https://lasvegas.citycast.fm/ If you want to connect with a bygone era of Las Vegas, there’s no better hang than the old-school dive bars. Co-hosts Sarah Lohman and Dayvid Figler toured the five oldest dive bars in Las Vegas with other members of the City Cast team and came back with some notes. Hear our stories from the night, meet the friends we made along the way, revel at the extremely low cost of beverages, and learn what makes these spaces truly divey. Learn more about the sponsors of this December 5th episode: BetterHelp - get 10% off at betterhelp.com/CITYCAST Soulbelly Want to get in touch? Follow us @CityCastVegas on Instagram, or email us at lasvegas@citycast.fm. You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719. For more Las Vegas news, make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter, Hey Las Vegas. Looking to advertise on City Cast Las Vegas? Check out our options for podcast and newsletter ads at citycast.fm/advertise. Thu, 05 Dec 2024 11:00:00 -0000 An Inside Look at the Oldest Dive Bars in Vegas full City Cast If you want to connect with a bygone era of Las Vegas, there’s no better hang than the old-school dive bars. Co-hosts Sarah Lohman and Dayvid Figler toured the five oldest dive bars in Las Vegas with other members of the City Cast team and came back with some notes. Hear our stories from the night, meet the friends we made along the way, revel at the extremely low cost of beverages, and learn what makes these spaces truly divey. Learn more about the sponsors of this December 5th episode: BetterHelp - get 10% off at betterhelp.com/CITYCAST Soulbelly Want to get in touch? Follow us @CityCastVegas on Instagram, or email us at lasvegas@citycast.fm. You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719. For more Las Vegas news, make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter, Hey Las Vegas. Looking to advertise on City Cast Las Vegas? Check out our options for podcast and newsletter ads at citycast.fm/advertise. If you want to connect with a bygone era of Las Vegas, there’s no better hang than the old-school dive bars. Co-hosts Sarah Lohman and Dayvid Figler toured the five oldest dive bars in Las Vegas with other members of the City Cast team and came back with some notes. Hear our stories from the night, meet the friends we made along the way, revel at the extremely low cost of beverages, and learn what makes these spaces truly divey.

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]]> 1398 What Trump's Immigration Policy Could Mean for Las Vegas https://lasvegas.citycast.fm The incoming presidential administration led a campaign that promised mass deportations. As the nation’s leader in mixed-status families, what does that mean for the portion of Las Vegas immigrants still working on their U.S. citizenship? Co-host Dayvid Figler talks with Michael Kagan, law professor and director of the UNLV Immigration Clinic, about how the current and possible future of immigration policy will impact everyone living in Las Vegas, and what residents can do to be prepared.  Learn more about the sponsors of this December 4th episode: BetterHelp - get 10% off at betterhelp.com/CITYCAST Soulbelly Want to get in touch? Follow us @CityCastVegas on Instagram, or email us at lasvegas@citycast.fm. You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719. For more Las Vegas news, make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter, Hey Las Vegas. Looking to advertise on City Cast Las Vegas? Check out our options for podcast and newsletter ads at citycast.fm/advertise. Wed, 04 Dec 2024 11:00:00 -0000 What Trump's Immigration Policy Could Mean for Las Vegas full City Cast The incoming presidential administration led a campaign that promised mass deportations. As the nation’s leader in mixed-status families, what does that mean for the portion of Las Vegas immigrants still working on their U.S. citizenship? Co-host Dayvid Figler talks with Michael Kagan, law professor and director of the UNLV Immigration Clinic, about how the current and possible future of immigration policy will impact everyone living in Las Vegas, and what residents can do to be prepared.  Learn more about the sponsors of this December 4th episode: BetterHelp - get 10% off at betterhelp.com/CITYCAST Soulbelly Want to get in touch? Follow us @CityCastVegas on Instagram, or email us at lasvegas@citycast.fm. You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719. For more Las Vegas news, make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter, Hey Las Vegas. Looking to advertise on City Cast Las Vegas? Check out our options for podcast and newsletter ads at citycast.fm/advertise. The incoming presidential administration led a campaign that promised mass deportations. As the nation’s leader in mixed-status families, what does that mean for the portion of Las Vegas immigrants still working on their U.S. citizenship? Co-host Dayvid Figler talks with Michael Kagan, law professor and director of the UNLV Immigration Clinic, about how the current and possible future of immigration policy will impact everyone living in Las Vegas, and what residents can do to be prepared. 

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]]> 1309 Join Vegas Entertainers in Giving Back This Holiday Season https://lasvegas.citycast.fm Today is Giving Tuesday! It can be overwhelming to figure out who you want to support with the hundreds of local charities in Las Vegas. To help take the stress out of the equation, co-host Sarah Lohman sat down with Mark Shunock, creator of Mondays Dark, a variety show that has helped over 200 local charities. Mark explains how his team approaches charitable giving, involving the community with Mondays Dark, and where to look if you want to give back.  Mondays Dark is celebrating its 11th anniversary on December 9th with a special show at the Pearl Theater! Find out more about the party here. Want to get in touch? Follow us @CityCastVegas on Instagram, or email us at lasvegas@citycast.fm. You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719. For more Las Vegas news, make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter, Hey Las Vegas. Looking to advertise on City Cast Las Vegas? Check out our options for podcast and newsletter ads at citycast.fm/advertise. Tue, 03 Dec 2024 11:00:00 -0000 Join Vegas Entertainers in Giving Back This Holiday Season full City Cast Today is Giving Tuesday! It can be overwhelming to figure out who you want to support with the hundreds of local charities in Las Vegas. To help take the stress out of the equation, co-host Sarah Lohman sat down with Mark Shunock, creator of Mondays Dark, a variety show that has helped over 200 local charities. Mark explains how his team approaches charitable giving, involving the community with Mondays Dark, and where to look if you want to give back.  Mondays Dark is celebrating its 11th anniversary on December 9th with a special show at the Pearl Theater! Find out more about the party here. Want to get in touch? Follow us @CityCastVegas on Instagram, or email us at lasvegas@citycast.fm. You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719. For more Las Vegas news, make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter, Hey Las Vegas. Looking to advertise on City Cast Las Vegas? Check out our options for podcast and newsletter ads at citycast.fm/advertise. Today is Giving Tuesday! It can be overwhelming to figure out who you want to support with the hundreds of local charities in Las Vegas. To help take the stress out of the equation, co-host Sarah Lohman sat down with Mark Shunock, creator of Mondays Dark, a variety show that has helped over 200 local charities. Mark explains how his team approaches charitable giving, involving the community with Mondays Dark, and where to look if you want to give back. 

Mondays Dark is celebrating its 11th anniversary on December 9th with a special show at the Pearl Theater! Find out more about the party here.

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]]> 1194 A Local’s Guide to Being a Good Vegas Tourist https://lasvegas.citycast.fm No one understands how to be a better tourist quite like a Las Vegas local. With nearly 40 million visitors every year, we witness tourist behavior like no other city. So today, we are revisiting an episode where co-hosts Sarah Lohman and Dayvid Figler sit down with longtime local artist Justin Favela. Whether you're planning a trip, hosting friends and family, or exploring your own city as a tourist, they share the essential rules on how to be the best visitor possible—and highlight the goodwill and rewards that come from being a thoughtful guest! Learn more about the sponsors of this December 2nd episode: BetterHelp - get 10% off at betterhelp.com/CITYCAST Soulbelly Want to get in touch? Follow us @CityCastVegas on Instagram, or email us at lasvegas@citycast.fm. You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719. For more Las Vegas news, make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter, Hey Las Vegas. Looking to advertise on City Cast Las Vegas? Check out our options for podcast and newsletter ads at citycast.fm/advertise. Mon, 02 Dec 2024 11:00:00 -0000 A Local’s Guide to Being a Good Vegas Tourist full City Cast No one understands how to be a better tourist quite like a Las Vegas local. With nearly 40 million visitors every year, we witness tourist behavior like no other city. So today, we are revisiting an episode where co-hosts Sarah Lohman and Dayvid Figler sit down with longtime local artist Justin Favela. Whether you're planning a trip, hosting friends and family, or exploring your own city as a tourist, they share the essential rules on how to be the best visitor possible—and highlight the goodwill and rewards that come from being a thoughtful guest! Learn more about the sponsors of this December 2nd episode: BetterHelp - get 10% off at betterhelp.com/CITYCAST Soulbelly Want to get in touch? Follow us @CityCastVegas on Instagram, or email us at lasvegas@citycast.fm. You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719. For more Las Vegas news, make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter, Hey Las Vegas. Looking to advertise on City Cast Las Vegas? Check out our options for podcast and newsletter ads at citycast.fm/advertise. No one understands how to be a better tourist quite like a Las Vegas local. With nearly 40 million visitors every year, we witness tourist behavior like no other city. So today, we are revisiting an episode where co-hosts Sarah Lohman and Dayvid Figler sit down with longtime local artist Justin Favela. Whether you're planning a trip, hosting friends and family, or exploring your own city as a tourist, they share the essential rules on how to be the best visitor possible—and highlight the goodwill and rewards that come from being a thoughtful guest!

Learn more about the sponsors of this December 2nd episode:

BetterHelp - get 10% off at betterhelp.com/CITYCAST

Soulbelly

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]]> 1329 Local Las Vegas Gifts for the Holiday Season https://lasvegas.citycast.fm Right now you’re probably dreading those first few days of holiday shopping. Well, don’t! Co-hosts Sarah Lohman, Dayvid Figler and executive producer Layla Muhammad recommend some of the best Las Vegas local businesses to hit up for thoughtful gifts for everyone. We have ideas for quality goods, foods, experiences, and enriching activities that both you and your giftees will feel good about. Check out today’s edition of Hey Las Vegas for more tips on taking advantage of Small Business Saturday. Businesses and non-profits we mention: Desert Art Supplies in Henderson Mike’s Recovery Mojave Desert Land Trust Mantis Planting Springs Preserve University of Nevada Cooperative Extension Orchard Cactus Joe’s Desert Shade Desert Moon Mushrooms Mothership Coffee Roasters Cured and Whey Office of Collecting and Design Vegas Theatre Company Majestic Repertory Company Lip Smacking Foodie Tours Southern Nevada Music in Henderson Wagging Tails Rescue Desert Spring Community Resource Center Family Promise of Las Vegas Want to get in touch? Follow us @CityCastVegas on Instagram, or email us at lasvegas@citycast.fm. You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719. For more Las Vegas news, make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter, Hey Las Vegas. Looking to advertise on City Cast Las Vegas? Check out our options for podcast and newsletter ads at citycast.fm/advertise. Wed, 27 Nov 2024 11:00:00 -0000 Local Las Vegas Gifts for the Holiday Season full City Cast Right now you’re probably dreading those first few days of holiday shopping. Well, don’t! Co-hosts Sarah Lohman, Dayvid Figler and executive producer Layla Muhammad recommend some of the best Las Vegas local businesses to hit up for thoughtful gifts for everyone. We have ideas for quality goods, foods, experiences, and enriching activities that both you and your giftees will feel good about. Check out today’s edition of Hey Las Vegas for more tips on taking advantage of Small Business Saturday. Businesses and non-profits we mention: Desert Art Supplies in Henderson Mike’s Recovery Mojave Desert Land Trust Mantis Planting Springs Preserve University of Nevada Cooperative Extension Orchard Cactus Joe’s Desert Shade Desert Moon Mushrooms Mothership Coffee Roasters Cured and Whey Office of Collecting and Design Vegas Theatre Company Majestic Repertory Company Lip Smacking Foodie Tours Southern Nevada Music in Henderson Wagging Tails Rescue Desert Spring Community Resource Center Family Promise of Las Vegas Want to get in touch? Follow us @CityCastVegas on Instagram, or email us at lasvegas@citycast.fm. You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719. For more Las Vegas news, make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter, Hey Las Vegas. Looking to advertise on City Cast Las Vegas? Check out our options for podcast and newsletter ads at citycast.fm/advertise. Right now you’re probably dreading those first few days of holiday shopping. Well, don’t! Co-hosts Sarah Lohman, Dayvid Figler and executive producer Layla Muhammad recommend some of the best Las Vegas local businesses to hit up for thoughtful gifts for everyone. We have ideas for quality goods, foods, experiences, and enriching activities that both you and your giftees will feel good about.

Check out today’s edition of Hey Las Vegas for more tips on taking advantage of Small Business Saturday.

Businesses and non-profits we mention:

Desert Art Supplies in Henderson

Mike’s Recovery

Mojave Desert Land Trust

Mantis Planting

Springs Preserve

University of Nevada Cooperative Extension Orchard

Cactus Joe’s

Desert Shade

Desert Moon Mushrooms

Mothership Coffee Roasters

Cured and Whey

Office of Collecting and Design

Vegas Theatre Company

Majestic Repertory Company

Lip Smacking Foodie Tours

Southern Nevada Music in Henderson

Wagging Tails Rescue

Desert Spring Community Resource Center

Family Promise of Las Vegas

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]]> 1431 Your Guide to December 2024 in Las Vegas https://lasvegas.citycast.fm As work slows down and the holidays approach, we have your guide for making the most out of the last month of 2024 in Las Vegas. This December, don’t miss out on the hottest new restaurants, the best neighborhood to view Christmas lights, and tips on partying with the rodeo cowboys! Co-hosts Sarah Lohman and Dayvid Figler are joined by Las Vegas YouTuber Norma Geli. If this conversation made you curious about Vegas’s history with cowboys, check out this surprising history of Black cowboys. 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 Las Vegas community.  Want to get in touch? Follow us @CityCastVegas on Instagram, or email us at lasvegas@citycast.fm. You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719. For more Las Vegas news, make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter, Hey Las Vegas. Looking to advertise on City Cast Las Vegas? Check out our options for podcast and newsletter ads at citycast.fm/advertise. Tue, 26 Nov 2024 11:00:00 -0000 Your Guide to December 2024 in Las Vegas full City Cast As work slows down and the holidays approach, we have your guide for making the most out of the last month of 2024 in Las Vegas. This December, don’t miss out on the hottest new restaurants, the best neighborhood to view Christmas lights, and tips on partying with the rodeo cowboys! Co-hosts Sarah Lohman and Dayvid Figler are joined by Las Vegas YouTuber Norma Geli. If this conversation made you curious about Vegas’s history with cowboys, check out this surprising history of Black cowboys. 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 Las Vegas community.  Want to get in touch? Follow us @CityCastVegas on Instagram, or email us at lasvegas@citycast.fm. You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719. For more Las Vegas news, make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter, Hey Las Vegas. Looking to advertise on City Cast Las Vegas? Check out our options for podcast and newsletter ads at citycast.fm/advertise. As work slows down and the holidays approach, we have your guide for making the most out of the last month of 2024 in Las Vegas. This December, don’t miss out on the hottest new restaurants, the best neighborhood to view Christmas lights, and tips on partying with the rodeo cowboys! Co-hosts Sarah Lohman and Dayvid Figler are joined by Las Vegas YouTuber Norma Geli. If this conversation made you curious about Vegas’s history with cowboys, check out this surprising history of Black cowboys.

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 Las Vegas community. 

Want to get in touch? Follow us @CityCastVegas on Instagram, or email us at lasvegas@citycast.fm. You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719.

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]]> 1799 Did F1 Fix the Mistakes From Year One? https://lasvegas.citycast.fm The Formula 1 Las Vegas Heineken Silver Grand Prix wrapped on Saturday and while there were no manhole cover crashes this year, did F1 fix all the other mistakes from year one? Co-host Dayvid Figler sits down with Hey Las Vegas newsletter editor Rob Kachelriess to compare the past two years of F1 in Vegas, highlight the wins and misses, and brainstorm how F1 could be less of a burden on locals. Learn more about the sponsors of this November 25th episode: Wineaux Want to get in touch? Follow us @CityCastVegas on Instagram, or email us at lasvegas@citycast.fm. You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719. For more Las Vegas news, make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter, Hey Las Vegas. Looking to advertise on City Cast Las Vegas? Check out our options for podcast and newsletter ads at citycast.fm/advertise. Mon, 25 Nov 2024 11:00:00 -0000 Did F1 Fix the Mistakes From Year One? full City Cast The Formula 1 Las Vegas Heineken Silver Grand Prix wrapped on Saturday and while there were no manhole cover crashes this year, did F1 fix all the other mistakes from year one? Co-host Dayvid Figler sits down with Hey Las Vegas newsletter editor Rob Kachelriess to compare the past two years of F1 in Vegas, highlight the wins and misses, and brainstorm how F1 could be less of a burden on locals. Learn more about the sponsors of this November 25th episode: Wineaux Want to get in touch? Follow us @CityCastVegas on Instagram, or email us at lasvegas@citycast.fm. You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719. For more Las Vegas news, make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter, Hey Las Vegas. Looking to advertise on City Cast Las Vegas? Check out our options for podcast and newsletter ads at citycast.fm/advertise. The Formula 1 Las Vegas Heineken Silver Grand Prix wrapped on Saturday and while there were no manhole cover crashes this year, did F1 fix all the other mistakes from year one? Co-host Dayvid Figler sits down with Hey Las Vegas newsletter editor Rob Kachelriess to compare the past two years of F1 in Vegas, highlight the wins and misses, and brainstorm how F1 could be less of a burden on locals.

Learn more about the sponsors of this November 25th episode:

Wineaux

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]]> 1461 Cop Shoots Wrong Person, The Dirtiest Las Vegas Casino, Affordable Housing on a Golf Course https://lasvegas.citycast.fm Some heaviness in this Friday news round-up, and some lightness. Nevada Current Deputy Editor April Corbin Girnus joins co-hosts Dayvid Figler and Sarah Lohman to talk about the Las Vegas home invasion where police shot and killed the wrong person, a golf course controversially slated to become the site of affordable housing, and how visitors determined which casino deserves the title of the dirtiest in Las Vegas (the results probably won’t surprise you).  Want to get in touch? Follow us @CityCastVegas on Instagram, or email us at lasvegas@citycast.fm. You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719. For more Las Vegas news, make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter, Hey Las Vegas. Looking to advertise on City Cast Las Vegas? Check out our options for podcast and newsletter ads at citycast.fm/advertise. Fri, 22 Nov 2024 11:00:00 -0000 Cop Shoots Wrong Person, The Dirtiest Las Vegas Casino, Affordable Housing on a Golf Course full City Cast Some heaviness in this Friday news round-up, and some lightness. Nevada Current Deputy Editor April Corbin Girnus joins co-hosts Dayvid Figler and Sarah Lohman to talk about the Las Vegas home invasion where police shot and killed the wrong person, a golf course controversially slated to become the site of affordable housing, and how visitors determined which casino deserves the title of the dirtiest in Las Vegas (the results probably won’t surprise you).  Want to get in touch? Follow us @CityCastVegas on Instagram, or email us at lasvegas@citycast.fm. You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719. For more Las Vegas news, make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter, Hey Las Vegas. Looking to advertise on City Cast Las Vegas? Check out our options for podcast and newsletter ads at citycast.fm/advertise. Some heaviness in this Friday news round-up, and some lightness. Nevada Current Deputy Editor April Corbin Girnus joins co-hosts Dayvid Figler and Sarah Lohman to talk about the Las Vegas home invasion where police shot and killed the wrong person, a golf course controversially slated to become the site of affordable housing, and how visitors determined which casino deserves the title of the dirtiest in Las Vegas (the results probably won’t surprise you). 

Want to get in touch? Follow us @CityCastVegas on Instagram, or email us at lasvegas@citycast.fm. You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719.

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]]> 1875 Where to Eat Out in Las Vegas This Thanksgiving https://lasvegas.citycast.fm/ If you’re tired just thinking about preparing a Thanksgiving meal this year, or looking for a great new place to try, this episode is for you. Co-host Sarah Lohman talks to Neon News editor-in-chief Samantha Gemini Stevens about which Las Vegas restaurants are serving great traditional meals, non-traditional options for those who want something a little different, and desserts for those who aren’t so much into pie. Find restaurants we mention in this Thanksgiving roundup from Neon News, and don’t forget our own Sonja Cho Swanson’s local Thanksgiving pie roundup. Want to get in touch? Follow us @CityCastVegas on Instagram, or email us at lasvegas@citycast.fm. You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719. For more Las Vegas news, make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter, Hey Las Vegas. If you enjoyed the interview with Jim Reding, the CEO of the Aroma Retail, Learn more here. Learn more about the other sponsors of this November 21st episode: Wineaux Enchant Las Vegas Looking to advertise on City Cast Las Vegas? Check out our options for podcast and newsletter ads at citycast.fm/advertise. Thu, 21 Nov 2024 11:00:00 -0000 Where to Eat Out in Las Vegas This Thanksgiving full City Cast If you’re tired just thinking about preparing a Thanksgiving meal this year, or looking for a great new place to try, this episode is for you. Co-host Sarah Lohman talks to Neon News editor-in-chief Samantha Gemini Stevens about which Las Vegas restaurants are serving great traditional meals, non-traditional options for those who want something a little different, and desserts for those who aren’t so much into pie. Find restaurants we mention in this Thanksgiving roundup from Neon News, and don’t forget our own Sonja Cho Swanson’s local Thanksgiving pie roundup. Want to get in touch? Follow us @CityCastVegas on Instagram, or email us at lasvegas@citycast.fm. You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719. For more Las Vegas news, make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter, Hey Las Vegas. If you enjoyed the interview with Jim Reding, the CEO of the Aroma Retail, Learn more here. Learn more about the other sponsors of this November 21st episode: Wineaux Enchant Las Vegas Looking to advertise on City Cast Las Vegas? Check out our options for podcast and newsletter ads at citycast.fm/advertise. If you’re tired just thinking about preparing a Thanksgiving meal this year, or looking for a great new place to try, this episode is for you. Co-host Sarah Lohman talks to Neon News editor-in-chief Samantha Gemini Stevens about which Las Vegas restaurants are serving great traditional meals, non-traditional options for those who want something a little different, and desserts for those who aren’t so much into pie.

Find restaurants we mention in this Thanksgiving roundup from Neon News, and don’t forget our own Sonja Cho Swanson’s local Thanksgiving pie roundup.

Want to get in touch? Follow us @CityCastVegas on Instagram, or email us at lasvegas@citycast.fm. You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719.

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If you enjoyed the interview with Jim Reding, the CEO of the Aroma Retail, Learn more here.

Learn more about the other sponsors of this November 21st episode:

Wineaux

Enchant Las Vegas

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]]> 1488 Can F1 Ever Win Over Vegas Locals? https://lasvegas.citycast.fm F1 is back upon us, and while the anticipation and energy may not be as high as year one, it isn’t any less divisive in year two. Co-host Dayvid Figler talks to Nehme Abouzeid, a former marketing executive for the Sphere, Vegas Golden Knights, and multiple Strip properties, about whether F1 is all it’s cracked up to be and how F1 could reach locals better.  If you enjoyed the interview with Aaron Berger, the Executive Director of the Neon Museum, learn more here. Learn more about the other sponsors of this November 20th episode: Wineaux Enchant Las Vegas Want to get in touch? Follow us @CityCastVegas on Instagram, or email us at lasvegas@citycast.fm. You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719. For more Las Vegas news, make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter, Hey Las Vegas. Looking to advertise on City Cast Las Vegas? Check out our options for podcast and newsletter ads at citycast.fm/advertise. Wed, 20 Nov 2024 11:00:00 -0000 Can F1 Ever Win Over Vegas Locals? full City Cast F1 is back upon us, and while the anticipation and energy may not be as high as year one, it isn’t any less divisive in year two. Co-host Dayvid Figler talks to Nehme Abouzeid, a former marketing executive for the Sphere, Vegas Golden Knights, and multiple Strip properties, about whether F1 is all it’s cracked up to be and how F1 could reach locals better.  If you enjoyed the interview with Aaron Berger, the Executive Director of the Neon Museum, learn more here. Learn more about the other sponsors of this November 20th episode: Wineaux Enchant Las Vegas Want to get in touch? Follow us @CityCastVegas on Instagram, or email us at lasvegas@citycast.fm. You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719. For more Las Vegas news, make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter, Hey Las Vegas. Looking to advertise on City Cast Las Vegas? Check out our options for podcast and newsletter ads at citycast.fm/advertise. F1 is back upon us, and while the anticipation and energy may not be as high as year one, it isn’t any less divisive in year two. Co-host Dayvid Figler talks to Nehme Abouzeid, a former marketing executive for the Sphere, Vegas Golden Knights, and multiple Strip properties, about whether F1 is all it’s cracked up to be and how F1 could reach locals better. 

If you enjoyed the interview with Aaron Berger, the Executive Director of the Neon Museum, learn more here.

Learn more about the other sponsors of this November 20th episode:

Wineaux

Enchant Las Vegas

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]]> 1612 Can Locals Fall in Love with Las Vegas Transit? https://lasvegas.citycast.fm While Las Vegas residents say they want mass transit, many seem reluctant to use the public transit system that already exists. Co-host Dayvid Figler talks to MJ Maynard, CEO of the Regional Transportation Commission, about common misconceptions and public safety concerns around the city’s public transportation, where the RTC is unique on the national transit scene, whether light rail would succeed, and why there aren’t more convenient connections to the airport. If you enjoyed the interview with Kelly Ford, the founder of KellySOMM, learn more here. Use promo code CITYCAST at checkout for free shipping. Learn more about the other sponsors of this November 19th episode: Wineaux Enchant Las Vegas Want to get in touch? Follow us @CityCastVegas on Instagram, or email us at lasvegas@citycast.fm. You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719. For more Las Vegas news, make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter, Hey Las Vegas. Looking to advertise on City Cast Las Vegas? Check out our options for podcast and newsletter ads at citycast.fm/advertise. Tue, 19 Nov 2024 11:00:00 -0000 Can Locals Fall in Love with Las Vegas Transit? full City Cast While Las Vegas residents say they want mass transit, many seem reluctant to use the public transit system that already exists. Co-host Dayvid Figler talks to MJ Maynard, CEO of the Regional Transportation Commission, about common misconceptions and public safety concerns around the city’s public transportation, where the RTC is unique on the national transit scene, whether light rail would succeed, and why there aren’t more convenient connections to the airport. If you enjoyed the interview with Kelly Ford, the founder of KellySOMM, learn more here. Use promo code CITYCAST at checkout for free shipping. Learn more about the other sponsors of this November 19th episode: Wineaux Enchant Las Vegas Want to get in touch? Follow us @CityCastVegas on Instagram, or email us at lasvegas@citycast.fm. You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719. For more Las Vegas news, make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter, Hey Las Vegas. Looking to advertise on City Cast Las Vegas? Check out our options for podcast and newsletter ads at citycast.fm/advertise. While Las Vegas residents say they want mass transit, many seem reluctant to use the public transit system that already exists. Co-host Dayvid Figler talks to MJ Maynard, CEO of the Regional Transportation Commission, about common misconceptions and public safety concerns around the city’s public transportation, where the RTC is unique on the national transit scene, whether light rail would succeed, and why there aren’t more convenient connections to the airport.

If you enjoyed the interview with Kelly Ford, the founder of KellySOMM, learn more here. Use promo code CITYCAST at checkout for free shipping.

Learn more about the other sponsors of this November 19th episode:

Wineaux

Enchant Las Vegas

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]]> 1768 Can Henderson Finally Fix Boulder Highway? The city of Henderson is re-imagining Boulder Highway, and they’ve launched a massive restructuring project for one of Las Vegas’ least-loved throughways. Co-host Sarah Lohman talks with Ray Delahanty, urban planner and creator of CityNerd, about where and why Boulder Highway needs some extra TLC, some of the history around that stretch of land, and what improvements could make this stretch of land a place you’d want to hang out on. Want to get in touch? Follow us @CityCastVegas on Instagram, or email us at lasvegas@citycast.fm. You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719. For more Las Vegas news, make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter, Hey Las Vegas. Looking to advertise on City Cast Las Vegas? Check out our options for podcast and newsletter ads at citycast.fm/advertise. Mon, 18 Nov 2024 11:00:00 -0000 Can Henderson Finally Fix Boulder Highway? full City Cast The city of Henderson is re-imagining Boulder Highway, and they’ve launched a massive restructuring project for one of Las Vegas’ least-loved throughways. Co-host Sarah Lohman talks with Ray Delahanty, urban planner and creator of CityNerd, about where and why Boulder Highway needs some extra TLC, some of the history around that stretch of land, and what improvements could make this stretch of land a place you’d want to hang out on. Want to get in touch? Follow us @CityCastVegas on Instagram, or email us at lasvegas@citycast.fm. You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719. For more Las Vegas news, make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter, Hey Las Vegas. Looking to advertise on City Cast Las Vegas? Check out our options for podcast and newsletter ads at citycast.fm/advertise. The city of Henderson is re-imagining Boulder Highway, and they’ve launched a massive restructuring project for one of Las Vegas’ least-loved throughways. Co-host Sarah Lohman talks with Ray Delahanty, urban planner and creator of CityNerd, about where and why Boulder Highway needs some extra TLC, some of the history around that stretch of land, and what improvements could make this stretch of land a place you’d want to hang out on.

Want to get in touch? Follow us @CityCastVegas on Instagram, or email us at lasvegas@citycast.fm. You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719.

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]]> 1460 F1’s Second Chance to Impress, Yet Another NBA Arena Pitch, and R.I.P. Mr. Piffles https://lasvegas.citycast.fm Friday has returned, and so have co-hosts Sarah Lohman, Dayvid Figler, and TheList.Vegas founder Andrew Kiraly to discuss their thoughts and feelings around the return of F1 and whether it will be a better experience in Las Vegas than last year. Plus, exploring renderings of a new resort and NBA-ready arena on the Strip, and memorializing beloved show dog Mr. Piffles, the Piff the Magic Dragon co-star, who passed away this week just before his 17th birthday.  Learn more about the sponsors of this November 15th episode: Global Product Sourcing Want to get in touch? Follow us @CityCastVegas on Instagram, or email us at lasvegas@citycast.fm. You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719. For more Las Vegas news, make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter, Hey Las Vegas. Looking to advertise on City Cast Las Vegas? Check out our options for podcast and newsletter ads at citycast.fm/advertise. Fri, 15 Nov 2024 11:00:00 -0000 F1’s Second Chance to Impress, Yet Another NBA Arena Pitch, and R.I.P. Mr. Piffles full City Cast Friday has returned, and so have co-hosts Sarah Lohman, Dayvid Figler, and TheList.Vegas founder Andrew Kiraly to discuss their thoughts and feelings around the return of F1 and whether it will be a better experience in Las Vegas than last year. Plus, exploring renderings of a new resort and NBA-ready arena on the Strip, and memorializing beloved show dog Mr. Piffles, the Piff the Magic Dragon co-star, who passed away this week just before his 17th birthday.  Learn more about the sponsors of this November 15th episode: Global Product Sourcing Want to get in touch? Follow us @CityCastVegas on Instagram, or email us at lasvegas@citycast.fm. You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719. For more Las Vegas news, make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter, Hey Las Vegas. Looking to advertise on City Cast Las Vegas? Check out our options for podcast and newsletter ads at citycast.fm/advertise. Friday has returned, and so have co-hosts Sarah Lohman, Dayvid Figler, and TheList.Vegas founder Andrew Kiraly to discuss their thoughts and feelings around the return of F1 and whether it will be a better experience in Las Vegas than last year. Plus, exploring renderings of a new resort and NBA-ready arena on the Strip, and memorializing beloved show dog Mr. Piffles, the Piff the Magic Dragon co-star, who passed away this week just before his 17th birthday. 

Learn more about the sponsors of this November 15th episode:

Global Product Sourcing

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]]> 1944 Las Vegas' Obsession with Pumpkin Explained https://lasvegas.citycast.fm There’s more than one way to slice up a pumpkin. Like, a lot. Co-host and culinary historian Sarah Lohman talks with Chef Sterling Buckley of Palate to discuss our obsession with all things pumpkin this time of year, some Las Vegas spots to enjoy pumpkin-y options, and so many ideas for how to prepare and enjoy the gourd. Don’t listen to this hungry.  If you enjoyed the interview Juve MD's Dr. Andrea Dempsey, learn more here. Learn more about the other sponsors of this November 14th episode: Global Product Sourcing Want to get in touch? Follow us @CityCastVegas on Instagram, or email us at lasvegas@citycast.fm. You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719. For more Las Vegas news, make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter, Hey Las Vegas. Looking to advertise on City Cast Las Vegas? Check out our options for podcast and newsletter ads at citycast.fm/advertise. Thu, 14 Nov 2024 11:00:00 -0000 Las Vegas' Obsession with Pumpkin Explained full City Cast There’s more than one way to slice up a pumpkin. Like, a lot. Co-host and culinary historian Sarah Lohman talks with Chef Sterling Buckley of Palate to discuss our obsession with all things pumpkin this time of year, some Las Vegas spots to enjoy pumpkin-y options, and so many ideas for how to prepare and enjoy the gourd. Don’t listen to this hungry.  If you enjoyed the interview Juve MD's Dr. Andrea Dempsey, learn more here. Learn more about the other sponsors of this November 14th episode: Global Product Sourcing Want to get in touch? Follow us @CityCastVegas on Instagram, or email us at lasvegas@citycast.fm. You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719. For more Las Vegas news, make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter, Hey Las Vegas. Looking to advertise on City Cast Las Vegas? Check out our options for podcast and newsletter ads at citycast.fm/advertise. There’s more than one way to slice up a pumpkin. Like, a lot. Co-host and culinary historian Sarah Lohman talks with Chef Sterling Buckley of Palate to discuss our obsession with all things pumpkin this time of year, some Las Vegas spots to enjoy pumpkin-y options, and so many ideas for how to prepare and enjoy the gourd. Don’t listen to this hungry. 

If you enjoyed the interview Juve MD's Dr. Andrea Dempsey, learn more here.

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]]> 1567 Is Las Vegas the New Sports Capital of the World? https://lasvegas.citycast.fm With sports betting becoming legal in more U.S. states and the Trop dropping to make way for the A’s, Las Vegas is starting to court sports fans. How would increased sports tourism benefit the city? Co-host Sarah Lohman talks to Vegas local Bailey Schulz, consumer news reporter for USA Today, who is following the rise in sports business interest. Learn more about the sponsors of this November 13th episode: Global Product Sourcing Want to get in touch? Follow us @CityCastVegas on Instagram, or email us at lasvegas@citycast.fm. You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719. For more Las Vegas news, make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter, Hey Las Vegas. Looking to advertise on City Cast Las Vegas? Check out our options for podcast and newsletter ads at citycast.fm/advertise. Wed, 13 Nov 2024 11:00:00 -0000 Is Las Vegas the New Sports Capital of the World? full City Cast With sports betting becoming legal in more U.S. states and the Trop dropping to make way for the A’s, Las Vegas is starting to court sports fans. How would increased sports tourism benefit the city? Co-host Sarah Lohman talks to Vegas local Bailey Schulz, consumer news reporter for USA Today, who is following the rise in sports business interest. Learn more about the sponsors of this November 13th episode: Global Product Sourcing Want to get in touch? Follow us @CityCastVegas on Instagram, or email us at lasvegas@citycast.fm. You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719. For more Las Vegas news, make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter, Hey Las Vegas. Looking to advertise on City Cast Las Vegas? Check out our options for podcast and newsletter ads at citycast.fm/advertise. With sports betting becoming legal in more U.S. states and the Trop dropping to make way for the A’s, Las Vegas is starting to court sports fans. How would increased sports tourism benefit the city? Co-host Sarah Lohman talks to Vegas local Bailey Schulz, consumer news reporter for USA Today, who is following the rise in sports business interest.

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]]> 961 Where Nevada Stands After the 2024 Election https://lasvegas.citycast.fm As the dust settles on the 2024 election, we take a look at the most impactful upcoming changes to Las Vegas and Nevada. Political pundit and CEO of the Nevada Independent Jon Ralston sits down with co-host Dayvid Figler to discuss the new members of the Nevada Senate, Trump’s impact, and our deceivingly low voter turnout. Learn more about the sponsors of this November 12th episode: Global Product Sourcing Want to get in touch? Follow us @CityCastVegas on Instagram, or email us at lasvegas@citycast.fm. You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719. For more Las Vegas news, make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter, Hey Las Vegas. Looking to advertise on City Cast Las Vegas? Check out our options for podcast and newsletter ads at citycast.fm/advertise. Tue, 12 Nov 2024 11:00:00 -0000 Where Nevada Stands After the 2024 Election full City Cast As the dust settles on the 2024 election, we take a look at the most impactful upcoming changes to Las Vegas and Nevada. Political pundit and CEO of the Nevada Independent Jon Ralston sits down with co-host Dayvid Figler to discuss the new members of the Nevada Senate, Trump’s impact, and our deceivingly low voter turnout. Learn more about the sponsors of this November 12th episode: Global Product Sourcing Want to get in touch? Follow us @CityCastVegas on Instagram, or email us at lasvegas@citycast.fm. You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719. For more Las Vegas news, make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter, Hey Las Vegas. Looking to advertise on City Cast Las Vegas? Check out our options for podcast and newsletter ads at citycast.fm/advertise. As the dust settles on the 2024 election, we take a look at the most impactful upcoming changes to Las Vegas and Nevada. Political pundit and CEO of the Nevada Independent Jon Ralston sits down with co-host Dayvid Figler to discuss the new members of the Nevada Senate, Trump’s impact, and our deceivingly low voter turnout.

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]]> 1257 Will Metro Enforce Controversial Homeless Camping Bans? Last week, both the Clark County Commission and the Las Vegas City Council voted on measures to address homelessness in the valley. The Clark County Commission adopted a new public camping ban with a 6-1 vote, while the Las Vegas City Council unanimously voted to strengthen its existing ban. The Las Vegas Metropolitan Police Department will be responsible for enforcing these controversial new ordinances, though leadership emphasizes that their goal is not to arrest their way out of the issue. Undersheriff Andrew Walsh joins co-host Dayvid Figler to discuss Metro’s approach to homelessness, his hopes for increased resources, and the role the new Las Vegas mayor could play in finding solutions. Want to get in touch? Follow us @CityCastVegas on Instagram, or email us at lasvegas@citycast.fm. You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719. For more Las Vegas news, make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter, Hey Las Vegas. Looking to advertise on City Cast Las Vegas? Check out our options for podcast and newsletter ads at citycast.fm/advertise. Mon, 11 Nov 2024 11:00:00 -0000 Will Metro Enforce Controversial Homeless Camping Bans? full City Cast Last week, both the Clark County Commission and the Las Vegas City Council voted on measures to address homelessness in the valley. The Clark County Commission adopted a new public camping ban with a 6-1 vote, while the Las Vegas City Council unanimously voted to strengthen its existing ban. The Las Vegas Metropolitan Police Department will be responsible for enforcing these controversial new ordinances, though leadership emphasizes that their goal is not to arrest their way out of the issue. Undersheriff Andrew Walsh joins co-host Dayvid Figler to discuss Metro’s approach to homelessness, his hopes for increased resources, and the role the new Las Vegas mayor could play in finding solutions. Want to get in touch? Follow us @CityCastVegas on Instagram, or email us at lasvegas@citycast.fm. You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719. For more Las Vegas news, make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter, Hey Las Vegas. Looking to advertise on City Cast Las Vegas? Check out our options for podcast and newsletter ads at citycast.fm/advertise. Last week, both the Clark County Commission and the Las Vegas City Council voted on measures to address homelessness in the valley. The Clark County Commission adopted a new public camping ban with a 6-1 vote, while the Las Vegas City Council unanimously voted to strengthen its existing ban. The Las Vegas Metropolitan Police Department will be responsible for enforcing these controversial new ordinances, though leadership emphasizes that their goal is not to arrest their way out of the issue. Undersheriff Andrew Walsh joins co-host Dayvid Figler to discuss Metro’s approach to homelessness, his hopes for increased resources, and the role the new Las Vegas mayor could play in finding solutions.

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]]> 1948 Trump’s Plans for Nevada, How To Cure Your Ballot, and the Ice Cream Election Winner https://lasvegas.citycast.fm It’s our weekly news roundup and we are discussing the most important election updates for Las Vegas. More results for local and statewide races trickle in as Nevada continues to count ballots. KTNV political reporter Steve Sebelius joins co-hosts Dayvid Figler and Sarah Lohman to reflect on his interview with President-elect Donald Trump during the campaign cycle and to explore why Trump resonated with Nevada voters. We also cover why thousands of ballots in Nevada require curing and the surprising outcome of the Henderson ice cream election. Learn more about the sponsors of this November 8th episode: Makers and Finders Want to get in touch? Follow us @CityCastVegas on Instagram, or email us at lasvegas@citycast.fm. You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719. For more Las Vegas news, make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter, Hey Las Vegas. Looking to advertise on City Cast Las Vegas? Check out our options for podcast and newsletter ads at citycast.fm/advertise. Fri, 08 Nov 2024 11:00:00 -0000 Trump’s Plans for Nevada, How To Cure Your Ballot, and the Ice Cream Election Winner full City Cast It’s our weekly news roundup and we are discussing the most important election updates for Las Vegas. More results for local and statewide races trickle in as Nevada continues to count ballots. KTNV political reporter Steve Sebelius joins co-hosts Dayvid Figler and Sarah Lohman to reflect on his interview with President-elect Donald Trump during the campaign cycle and to explore why Trump resonated with Nevada voters. We also cover why thousands of ballots in Nevada require curing and the surprising outcome of the Henderson ice cream election. Learn more about the sponsors of this November 8th episode: Makers and Finders Want to get in touch? Follow us @CityCastVegas on Instagram, or email us at lasvegas@citycast.fm. You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719. For more Las Vegas news, make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter, Hey Las Vegas. Looking to advertise on City Cast Las Vegas? Check out our options for podcast and newsletter ads at citycast.fm/advertise. It’s our weekly news roundup and we are discussing the most important election updates for Las Vegas. More results for local and statewide races trickle in as Nevada continues to count ballots. KTNV political reporter Steve Sebelius joins co-hosts Dayvid Figler and Sarah Lohman to reflect on his interview with President-elect Donald Trump during the campaign cycle and to explore why Trump resonated with Nevada voters. We also cover why thousands of ballots in Nevada require curing and the surprising outcome of the Henderson ice cream election.

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]]> 2454 Here’s Why We Should Appreciate Date Palms in Las Vegas https://lasvegas.citycast.fm/ Las Vegas locals love to hate on the palm trees, but they come with a surprise benefit: they can produce edible fruit. In this big-hit rerun, co-hosts Dayvid Figler and Sarah Lohman — our resident award-winning food historian — talk about the date palm’s winding road from the Middle East to the Mojave, how an Indigenous couple in Nevada saved the Medjool date from extinction, and why the palm-hate isn’t entirely warranted. Also, Sarah shares two date recipes from her awesome book, Endangered Eating:  Date recipes from Sarah’s book Learn more about the sponsor of this November 7th episode: Makers and Finders Want to get in touch? Follow us @CityCastVegas on Instagram, or email us at lasvegas@citycast.fm. You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719. For more Las Vegas news, make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter, Hey Las Vegas. Looking to advertise on City Cast Las Vegas? Check out our options for podcast and newsletter ads at citycast.fm/advertise. Thu, 07 Nov 2024 11:00:00 -0000 Here’s Why We Should Appreciate Date Palms in Las Vegas full City Cast Las Vegas locals love to hate on the palm trees, but they come with a surprise benefit: they can produce edible fruit. In this big-hit rerun, co-hosts Dayvid Figler and Sarah Lohman — our resident award-winning food historian — talk about the date palm’s winding road from the Middle East to the Mojave, how an Indigenous couple in Nevada saved the Medjool date from extinction, and why the palm-hate isn’t entirely warranted. Also, Sarah shares two date recipes from her awesome book, Endangered Eating:  Date recipes from Sarah’s book Learn more about the sponsor of this November 7th episode: Makers and Finders Want to get in touch? Follow us @CityCastVegas on Instagram, or email us at lasvegas@citycast.fm. You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719. For more Las Vegas news, make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter, Hey Las Vegas. Looking to advertise on City Cast Las Vegas? Check out our options for podcast and newsletter ads at citycast.fm/advertise. Las Vegas locals love to hate on the palm trees, but they come with a surprise benefit: they can produce edible fruit. In this big-hit rerun, co-hosts Dayvid Figler and Sarah Lohman — our resident award-winning food historian — talk about the date palm’s winding road from the Middle East to the Mojave, how an Indigenous couple in Nevada saved the Medjool date from extinction, and why the palm-hate isn’t entirely warranted.

Also, Sarah shares two date recipes from her awesome book, Endangered Eating: 

Date recipes from Sarah’s book

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]]> 1233 How Las Vegas Voted. Plus, Nevada Results Still Rolling In https://lasvegas.citycast.fm While Nevada votes continue to roll in, co-hosts Sarah Lohman and Dayvid Figler share what we know so far about local and state races. Also, how Nevada’s changes in voter access affected turnout in Las Vegas and how our swing state went red. Learn more about the sponsors of this November 6th episode: Makers and Finders Want to get in touch? Follow us @CityCastVegas on Instagram, or email us at lasvegas@citycast.fm. You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719. For more Las Vegas news, make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter, Hey Las Vegas. Looking to advertise on City Cast Las Vegas? Check out our options for podcast and newsletter ads at citycast.fm/advertise. Wed, 06 Nov 2024 15:31:00 -0000 How Las Vegas Voted. Plus, Nevada Results Still Rolling In full City Cast While Nevada votes continue to roll in, co-hosts Sarah Lohman and Dayvid Figler share what we know so far about local and state races. Also, how Nevada’s changes in voter access affected turnout in Las Vegas and how our swing state went red. Learn more about the sponsors of this November 6th episode: Makers and Finders Want to get in touch? Follow us @CityCastVegas on Instagram, or email us at lasvegas@citycast.fm. You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719. For more Las Vegas news, make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter, Hey Las Vegas. Looking to advertise on City Cast Las Vegas? Check out our options for podcast and newsletter ads at citycast.fm/advertise. While Nevada votes continue to roll in, co-hosts Sarah Lohman and Dayvid Figler share what we know so far about local and state races. Also, how Nevada’s changes in voter access affected turnout in Las Vegas and how our swing state went red.

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]]> 1440 The Four Cities That Could Decide the Election As America white-knuckles its way into one of the closest presidential elections in modern history, City Cast CEO David Plotz sits down with the hosts of our shows in swing state cities. Our host, Dayvid Figler, joins a panel discussion with the hosts from Madison, Philly, and Pittsburgh. In this special episode, our crew of hosts gives you a locals’ look inside how their cities are preparing for the presidential election and its aftermath. From a peek inside the Pennsylvania election warehouse where mail-in ballots will be counted, to a glimpse at how Dane County, Wisconsin’s early voting is going, you’re invited to hear what the swing states are talking about…with each other. Want to get in touch? Follow us @CityCastVegas on Instagram, or email us at lasvegas@citycast.fm. You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719. Learn more about the sponsors of this November 5th episode: Makers and Finders For more Las Vegas news, make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter, Hey Las Vegas. Looking to advertise on City Cast Las Vegas? Check out our options for podcast and newsletter ads at citycast.fm/advertise. Tue, 05 Nov 2024 11:00:00 -0000 The Four Cities That Could Decide the Election full City Cast As America white-knuckles its way into one of the closest presidential elections in modern history, City Cast CEO David Plotz sits down with the hosts of our shows in swing state cities. Our host, Dayvid Figler, joins a panel discussion with the hosts from Madison, Philly, and Pittsburgh. In this special episode, our crew of hosts gives you a locals’ look inside how their cities are preparing for the presidential election and its aftermath. From a peek inside the Pennsylvania election warehouse where mail-in ballots will be counted, to a glimpse at how Dane County, Wisconsin’s early voting is going, you’re invited to hear what the swing states are talking about…with each other. Want to get in touch? Follow us @CityCastVegas on Instagram, or email us at lasvegas@citycast.fm. You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719. Learn more about the sponsors of this November 5th episode: Makers and Finders For more Las Vegas news, make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter, Hey Las Vegas. Looking to advertise on City Cast Las Vegas? Check out our options for podcast and newsletter ads at citycast.fm/advertise. As America white-knuckles its way into one of the closest presidential elections in modern history, City Cast CEO David Plotz sits down with the hosts of our shows in swing state cities. Our host, Dayvid Figler, joins a panel discussion with the hosts from Madison, Philly, and Pittsburgh. In this special episode, our crew of hosts gives you a locals’ look inside how their cities are preparing for the presidential election and its aftermath. From a peek inside the Pennsylvania election warehouse where mail-in ballots will be counted, to a glimpse at how Dane County, Wisconsin’s early voting is going, you’re invited to hear what the swing states are talking about…with each other.

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]]> 1637 What to Expect on Election Day in Las Vegas We finally made it! After a long and eventful election cycle, tomorrow is the last day to cast your vote, marking the first step in the journey toward getting results. But how long will that journey take this year? And what changes in Nevada’s counting process could speed things up? To break down everything you need to know about Election Day in Las Vegas, co-hosts Sarah Lohman and Dayvid Figler are joined by first-time voter Bertha Gutierrez. Whether you’ve already voted or haven’t had the chance yet, this episode covers when to expect results, polling and ballot tracking information, and the role Las Vegas plays in the national election. Already voted? Track your ballot here! Want to get in touch? Follow us @CityCastVegas on Instagram, or email us at lasvegas@citycast.fm. You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719. Learn more about the sponsors of this November 4th episode: Makers and Finders For more Las Vegas news, make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter, Hey Las Vegas. Looking to advertise on City Cast Las Vegas? Check out our options for podcast and newsletter ads at citycast.fm/advertise. Mon, 04 Nov 2024 11:00:00 -0000 What to Expect on Election Day in Las Vegas full City Cast We finally made it! After a long and eventful election cycle, tomorrow is the last day to cast your vote, marking the first step in the journey toward getting results. But how long will that journey take this year? And what changes in Nevada’s counting process could speed things up? To break down everything you need to know about Election Day in Las Vegas, co-hosts Sarah Lohman and Dayvid Figler are joined by first-time voter Bertha Gutierrez. Whether you’ve already voted or haven’t had the chance yet, this episode covers when to expect results, polling and ballot tracking information, and the role Las Vegas plays in the national election. Already voted? Track your ballot here! Want to get in touch? Follow us @CityCastVegas on Instagram, or email us at lasvegas@citycast.fm. You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719. Learn more about the sponsors of this November 4th episode: Makers and Finders For more Las Vegas news, make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter, Hey Las Vegas. Looking to advertise on City Cast Las Vegas? Check out our options for podcast and newsletter ads at citycast.fm/advertise. We finally made it! After a long and eventful election cycle, tomorrow is the last day to cast your vote, marking the first step in the journey toward getting results. But how long will that journey take this year? And what changes in Nevada’s counting process could speed things up? To break down everything you need to know about Election Day in Las Vegas, co-hosts Sarah Lohman and Dayvid Figler are joined by first-time voter Bertha Gutierrez. Whether you’ve already voted or haven’t had the chance yet, this episode covers when to expect results, polling and ballot tracking information, and the role Las Vegas plays in the national election.

Already voted? Track your ballot here!

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]]> 1807 The National Guard Activated for Election Day, The Sphere Gets Political, and Why So Few Nevadans Have Health Insurance For this week’s news roundup, the team breaks down why so few Nevadans have health insurance and what to know about open enrollment for 2025, Governor Lombardo’s decision to activate the Nevada National Guard to support law enforcement on Election Day, and Vice President Kamala Harris’ campaign ad on the Sphere. Co-hosts Sarah Lohman and Dayvid Figler are joined by interim executive producer Layla Muhammad. Want to get in touch? Follow us @CityCastVegas on Instagram, or email us at lasvegas@citycast.fm. You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719. For more Las Vegas news, make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter, Hey Las Vegas. Looking to advertise on City Cast Las Vegas? Check out our options for podcast and newsletter ads at citycast.fm/advertise. Fri, 01 Nov 2024 10:00:00 -0000 The National Guard Activated for Election Day, The Sphere Gets Political, and Why So Few Nevadans Have Health Insurance full City Cast For this week’s news roundup, the team breaks down why so few Nevadans have health insurance and what to know about open enrollment for 2025, Governor Lombardo’s decision to activate the Nevada National Guard to support law enforcement on Election Day, and Vice President Kamala Harris’ campaign ad on the Sphere. Co-hosts Sarah Lohman and Dayvid Figler are joined by interim executive producer Layla Muhammad. Want to get in touch? Follow us @CityCastVegas on Instagram, or email us at lasvegas@citycast.fm. You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719. For more Las Vegas news, make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter, Hey Las Vegas. Looking to advertise on City Cast Las Vegas? Check out our options for podcast and newsletter ads at citycast.fm/advertise. For this week’s news roundup, the team breaks down why so few Nevadans have health insurance and what to know about open enrollment for 2025, Governor Lombardo’s decision to activate the Nevada National Guard to support law enforcement on Election Day, and Vice President Kamala Harris’ campaign ad on the Sphere. Co-hosts Sarah Lohman and Dayvid Figler are joined by interim executive producer Layla Muhammad.

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]]> 1919 Where to Find Birthday Freebies in Las Vegas https://lasvegas.citycast.fm To celebrate Nevada’s birthday, we’re doing a birthday freebies roundup! Las Vegas loves its comps, and if you’re out on the town for your birthday, there are a lot of goodies to score. Co-host Dayvid Figler catches up with Hey Las Vegas editor Rob Kachelriess on what you can snag on your special day — from food and drinks to experiences, and even free play at casinos. Plus, some very Vegas suggestions on where to celebrate your birthday. A good roundup for locals and tourists alike. See all of our Las Vegas birthday freebies in Hey Las Vegas here. Learn more about the sponsors of this October 31st episode:  BetterHelp - get 10% off at betterhelp.com/CITYCAST Want to get in touch? Follow us @CityCastVegas on Instagram, or email us at lasvegas@citycast.fm. You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719. For more Las Vegas news, make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter, Hey Las Vegas. Looking to advertise on City Cast Las Vegas? Check out our options for podcast and newsletter ads at citycast.fm/advertise. Thu, 31 Oct 2024 10:00:00 -0000 Where to Find Birthday Freebies in Las Vegas full City Cast To celebrate Nevada’s birthday, we’re doing a birthday freebies roundup! Las Vegas loves its comps, and if you’re out on the town for your birthday, there are a lot of goodies to score. Co-host Dayvid Figler catches up with Hey Las Vegas editor Rob Kachelriess on what you can snag on your special day — from food and drinks to experiences, and even free play at casinos. Plus, some very Vegas suggestions on where to celebrate your birthday. A good roundup for locals and tourists alike. See all of our Las Vegas birthday freebies in Hey Las Vegas here. Learn more about the sponsors of this October 31st episode:  BetterHelp - get 10% off at betterhelp.com/CITYCAST Want to get in touch? Follow us @CityCastVegas on Instagram, or email us at lasvegas@citycast.fm. You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719. For more Las Vegas news, make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter, Hey Las Vegas. Looking to advertise on City Cast Las Vegas? Check out our options for podcast and newsletter ads at citycast.fm/advertise. To celebrate Nevada’s birthday, we’re doing a birthday freebies roundup! Las Vegas loves its comps, and if you’re out on the town for your birthday, there are a lot of goodies to score. Co-host Dayvid Figler catches up with Hey Las Vegas editor Rob Kachelriess on what you can snag on your special day — from food and drinks to experiences, and even free play at casinos. Plus, some very Vegas suggestions on where to celebrate your birthday. A good roundup for locals and tourists alike.

See all of our Las Vegas birthday freebies in Hey Las Vegas here.

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]]> 1295 Your Guide to November 2024 in Las Vegas https://lasvegas.citycast.fm It’s finally chilly in Las Vegas, and while we wind down the spookiness and switch to a holiday mindset, we also have a busy travel season ahead of us. Fear not — we have tips for navigating the airport, as well as smash burgers, soup dumplings, free concerts, and more to eat, drink, and do. Our own co-host Dayvid Figler and Hey Las Vegas editor Rob Kachelriess catch up with The Town Summerlin Magazine editor Melinda Sheckells. And if you like our Las Vegas travel tips, check out our episode on the airport expansion. 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 Las Vegas community.  Learn more about the sponsors of this October 30th episode: BetterHelp - get 10% off at betterhelp.com/CITYCAST Interested in advertising with City Cast? Find more info here.  Want to get in touch? Follow us @CityCastVegas on Instagram, or email us at lasvegas@citycast.fm. You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719. Wed, 30 Oct 2024 10:00:00 -0000 Your Guide to November 2024 in Las Vegas full City Cast It’s finally chilly in Las Vegas, and while we wind down the spookiness and switch to a holiday mindset, we also have a busy travel season ahead of us. Fear not — we have tips for navigating the airport, as well as smash burgers, soup dumplings, free concerts, and more to eat, drink, and do. Our own co-host Dayvid Figler and Hey Las Vegas editor Rob Kachelriess catch up with The Town Summerlin Magazine editor Melinda Sheckells. And if you like our Las Vegas travel tips, check out our episode on the airport expansion. 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 Las Vegas community.  Learn more about the sponsors of this October 30th episode: BetterHelp - get 10% off at betterhelp.com/CITYCAST Interested in advertising with City Cast? Find more info here.  Want to get in touch? Follow us @CityCastVegas on Instagram, or email us at lasvegas@citycast.fm. You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719. It’s finally chilly in Las Vegas, and while we wind down the spookiness and switch to a holiday mindset, we also have a busy travel season ahead of us. Fear not — we have tips for navigating the airport, as well as smash burgers, soup dumplings, free concerts, and more to eat, drink, and do. Our own co-host Dayvid Figler and Hey Las Vegas editor Rob Kachelriess catch up with The Town Summerlin Magazine editor Melinda Sheckells. And if you like our Las Vegas travel tips, check out our episode on the airport expansion.

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 Las Vegas community. 

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]]> 1876 Inside the Life of a Las Vegas Stripper https://lasvegas.citycast.fm/ When discussing what Las Vegas is known for, strip clubs are bound to come up in the conversation. Despite their contributions to our reputation and economy, strip clubs and their performers are often misunderstood by the general public. Today on City Cast Las Vegas, co-host Sarah Lohman sits down to explore a perspective that is often underserved but perhaps the most important. Stripper Keila Misdom breaks down the misconceptions, insider knowledge, and etiquette surrounding strip clubs in Las Vegas. Learn more about the sponsors of this October 29th episode:  BetterHelp - get 10% off at betterhelp.com/CITYCAST Want to get in touch? Follow us @CityCastVegas on Instagram, or email us at lasvegas@citycast.fm. You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719. For more Las Vegas news, make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter, Hey Las Vegas. Looking to advertise on City Cast Las Vegas? Check out our options for podcast and newsletter ads at citycast.fm/advertise. Tue, 29 Oct 2024 10:00:00 -0000 Inside the Life of a Las Vegas Stripper full City Cast When discussing what Las Vegas is known for, strip clubs are bound to come up in the conversation. Despite their contributions to our reputation and economy, strip clubs and their performers are often misunderstood by the general public. Today on City Cast Las Vegas, co-host Sarah Lohman sits down to explore a perspective that is often underserved but perhaps the most important. Stripper Keila Misdom breaks down the misconceptions, insider knowledge, and etiquette surrounding strip clubs in Las Vegas. Learn more about the sponsors of this October 29th episode:  BetterHelp - get 10% off at betterhelp.com/CITYCAST Want to get in touch? Follow us @CityCastVegas on Instagram, or email us at lasvegas@citycast.fm. You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719. For more Las Vegas news, make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter, Hey Las Vegas. Looking to advertise on City Cast Las Vegas? Check out our options for podcast and newsletter ads at citycast.fm/advertise. When discussing what Las Vegas is known for, strip clubs are bound to come up in the conversation. Despite their contributions to our reputation and economy, strip clubs and their performers are often misunderstood by the general public. Today on City Cast Las Vegas, co-host Sarah Lohman sits down to explore a perspective that is often underserved but perhaps the most important. Stripper Keila Misdom breaks down the misconceptions, insider knowledge, and etiquette surrounding strip clubs in Las Vegas.

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]]> 1272 The Las Vegas Museum of Art is Really Happening This Time https://lasvegas.citycast.fm/ Las Vegas is the largest city in America without an art museum. But in just a few years, that will change. Heather Harmon is the Executive Director of the soon-to-come Las Vegas Museum of Art, coming to Symphony Park in 2028. She joins co-host Sarah Lohman to discuss why the museum is actually happening this time, the partnership with the Los Angeles County Museum of Art (LACMA), and what having this cultural space will mean for our community.  Learn more about the sponsors of this October 28th episode: BetterHelp - get 10% off at betterhelp.com/CITYCAST Want to get in touch? Follow us @CityCastVegas on Instagram, or email us at lasvegas@citycast.fm. You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719. For more Las Vegas news, make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter, Hey Las Vegas. Looking to advertise on City Cast Las Vegas? Check out our options for podcast and newsletter ads at citycast.fm/advertise. Mon, 28 Oct 2024 10:00:00 -0000 The Las Vegas Museum of Art is Really Happening This Time full City Cast Las Vegas is the largest city in America without an art museum. But in just a few years, that will change. Heather Harmon is the Executive Director of the soon-to-come Las Vegas Museum of Art, coming to Symphony Park in 2028. She joins co-host Sarah Lohman to discuss why the museum is actually happening this time, the partnership with the Los Angeles County Museum of Art (LACMA), and what having this cultural space will mean for our community.  Learn more about the sponsors of this October 28th episode: BetterHelp - get 10% off at betterhelp.com/CITYCAST Want to get in touch? Follow us @CityCastVegas on Instagram, or email us at lasvegas@citycast.fm. You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719. For more Las Vegas news, make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter, Hey Las Vegas. Looking to advertise on City Cast Las Vegas? Check out our options for podcast and newsletter ads at citycast.fm/advertise. Las Vegas is the largest city in America without an art museum. But in just a few years, that will change. Heather Harmon is the Executive Director of the soon-to-come Las Vegas Museum of Art, coming to Symphony Park in 2028. She joins co-host Sarah Lohman to discuss why the museum is actually happening this time, the partnership with the Los Angeles County Museum of Art (LACMA), and what having this cultural space will mean for our community. 

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]]> 1313 Is the A’s Stadium For Real? Plus, Early Voting Numbers, Where Tourism Still Lags https://lasvegas.citycast.fm October’s got its foot on the gas when it comes to news. This week, we cover the latest on whether the A’s stadium is actually happening and why we’re skeptical, and early voting in Nevada and what to remember when looking at the partisan breakdown. Also, tourism is almost back to pre-COVID levels, and we have some big ideas to attract more international tourists. Interim executive producer Layla Muhammad and Nevada Current reporter Michael MJ Lyle join co-host Dayvid Figler. Our fall campaign is happening now! It takes a lot to keep City Cast Las Vegas and Hey Las Vegas running strong. Your membership helps us cover the cost of bringing you the local stories you care about. If you believe in what we do, become a member of City Cast Las Vegas today. Every member makes a difference! Learn more about the sponsors of this October 25th episode: Global Product Sourcing Want to get in touch? Follow us @CityCastVegas on Instagram, or email us at lasvegas@citycast.fm. You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719. For more Las Vegas news, make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter, Hey Las Vegas. Looking to advertise on City Cast Las Vegas? Check out our options for podcast and newsletter ads at citycast.fm/advertise. Fri, 25 Oct 2024 10:00:00 -0000 Is the A’s Stadium For Real? Plus, Early Voting Numbers, Where Tourism Still Lags full City Cast October’s got its foot on the gas when it comes to news. This week, we cover the latest on whether the A’s stadium is actually happening and why we’re skeptical, and early voting in Nevada and what to remember when looking at the partisan breakdown. Also, tourism is almost back to pre-COVID levels, and we have some big ideas to attract more international tourists. Interim executive producer Layla Muhammad and Nevada Current reporter Michael MJ Lyle join co-host Dayvid Figler. Our fall campaign is happening now! It takes a lot to keep City Cast Las Vegas and Hey Las Vegas running strong. Your membership helps us cover the cost of bringing you the local stories you care about. If you believe in what we do, become a member of City Cast Las Vegas today. Every member makes a difference! Learn more about the sponsors of this October 25th episode: Global Product Sourcing Want to get in touch? Follow us @CityCastVegas on Instagram, or email us at lasvegas@citycast.fm. You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719. For more Las Vegas news, make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter, Hey Las Vegas. Looking to advertise on City Cast Las Vegas? Check out our options for podcast and newsletter ads at citycast.fm/advertise. October’s got its foot on the gas when it comes to news. This week, we cover the latest on whether the A’s stadium is actually happening and why we’re skeptical, and early voting in Nevada and what to remember when looking at the partisan breakdown. Also, tourism is almost back to pre-COVID levels, and we have some big ideas to attract more international tourists. Interim executive producer Layla Muhammad and Nevada Current reporter Michael MJ Lyle join co-host Dayvid Figler.

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]]> 2178 Nevada’s 2024 Ballot Questions Explained https://lasvegas.citycast.fm When we go into the voting booth, we want to be as empowered as possible. But some of the measures on the ballot this year are . . . a little confusing. Co-host Sarah Lohman decodes the seven questions on the ballot with April Corbin Girnus, deputy editor at the Nevada Current. We parse through the tough language, review the implications, and give a close look to the infamous question three.   Our fall campaign is happening now! It takes a lot to keep City Cast Las Vegas and Hey Las Vegas running strong. Your membership helps us cover the cost of bringing you the local stories you care about. If you believe in what we do, become a member of City Cast Las Vegas today. Every member makes a difference! Learn more about the sponsors of this October 24th episode: Global Product Sourcing Want to get in touch? Follow us @CityCastVegas on Instagram, or email us at lasvegas@citycast.fm. You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719. For more Las Vegas news, make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter, Hey Las Vegas. Looking to advertise on City Cast Las Vegas? Check out our options for podcast and newsletter ads at citycast.fm/advertise. Thu, 24 Oct 2024 10:00:00 -0000 Nevada’s 2024 Ballot Questions Explained full City Cast When we go into the voting booth, we want to be as empowered as possible. But some of the measures on the ballot this year are . . . a little confusing. Co-host Sarah Lohman decodes the seven questions on the ballot with April Corbin Girnus, deputy editor at the Nevada Current. We parse through the tough language, review the implications, and give a close look to the infamous question three.   Our fall campaign is happening now! It takes a lot to keep City Cast Las Vegas and Hey Las Vegas running strong. Your membership helps us cover the cost of bringing you the local stories you care about. If you believe in what we do, become a member of City Cast Las Vegas today. Every member makes a difference! Learn more about the sponsors of this October 24th episode: Global Product Sourcing Want to get in touch? Follow us @CityCastVegas on Instagram, or email us at lasvegas@citycast.fm. You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719. For more Las Vegas news, make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter, Hey Las Vegas. Looking to advertise on City Cast Las Vegas? Check out our options for podcast and newsletter ads at citycast.fm/advertise. When we go into the voting booth, we want to be as empowered as possible. But some of the measures on the ballot this year are . . . a little confusing. Co-host Sarah Lohman decodes the seven questions on the ballot with April Corbin Girnus, deputy editor at the Nevada Current. We parse through the tough language, review the implications, and give a close look to the infamous question three.  

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]]> 1655 The Best Novels About Las Vegas Right Now https://lasvegas.citycast.fm/ Las Vegas is a constant backdrop in films, TV shows, and even music videos. But did you know that some of the most accurate and insightful depictions of life in Las Vegas can be found in books? No one understands this better than writer Charles Bock. Literary Hub recently named his 2008 novel Beautiful Children the novel of Las Vegas, and this month, Business Insider recognized him as Nevada’s most famous author. He sits down with co-host Dayvid Figler to discuss the most essential Las Vegas reads and explain why our city is the perfect setting for literature.  Catch Charles Bock at The Beverly Theater reading from his new memoir, I WILL DO BETTER, on October 29th. Titles mentioned: Leaving Las Vegas by John O’Brien Beautiful Children by Charles Bock We Are Called to Rise by Laura McBride The Brightest Place in the World by David Phillip Mullens Dragonfish by Vu Tran Dead Ringer by P.Moss Fear and Loathing in Las Vegas by Hunter S. Thompson The Goldfinch by Donna Tartt I Love You, But I’ve Chosen Darkness by Claire Vaye Watkins Play It as It Lays by Joan Didion Our fall campaign is happening now! It takes a lot to keep City Cast Las Vegas and Hey Las Vegas running strong. Your membership helps us cover the cost of bringing you the local stories you care about. If you believe in what we do, become a member of City Cast Las Vegas today. Every member makes a difference! Learn more about the sponsors of this October 23rd episode: Global Product Sourcing Want to get in touch? Follow us @CityCastVegas on Instagram, or email us at lasvegas@citycast.fm. You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719. For more Las Vegas news, make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter, Hey Las Vegas. Looking to advertise on City Cast Las Vegas? Check out our options for podcast and newsletter ads at citycast.fm/advertise. Wed, 23 Oct 2024 10:00:00 -0000 The Best Novels About Las Vegas Right Now full City Cast Las Vegas is a constant backdrop in films, TV shows, and even music videos. But did you know that some of the most accurate and insightful depictions of life in Las Vegas can be found in books? No one understands this better than writer Charles Bock. Literary Hub recently named his 2008 novel Beautiful Children the novel of Las Vegas, and this month, Business Insider recognized him as Nevada’s most famous author. He sits down with co-host Dayvid Figler to discuss the most essential Las Vegas reads and explain why our city is the perfect setting for literature.  Catch Charles Bock at The Beverly Theater reading from his new memoir, I WILL DO BETTER, on October 29th. Titles mentioned: Leaving Las Vegas by John O’Brien Beautiful Children by Charles Bock We Are Called to Rise by Laura McBride The Brightest Place in the World by David Phillip Mullens Dragonfish by Vu Tran Dead Ringer by P.Moss Fear and Loathing in Las Vegas by Hunter S. Thompson The Goldfinch by Donna Tartt I Love You, But I’ve Chosen Darkness by Claire Vaye Watkins Play It as It Lays by Joan Didion Our fall campaign is happening now! It takes a lot to keep City Cast Las Vegas and Hey Las Vegas running strong. Your membership helps us cover the cost of bringing you the local stories you care about. If you believe in what we do, become a member of City Cast Las Vegas today. Every member makes a difference! Learn more about the sponsors of this October 23rd episode: Global Product Sourcing Want to get in touch? Follow us @CityCastVegas on Instagram, or email us at lasvegas@citycast.fm. You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719. For more Las Vegas news, make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter, Hey Las Vegas. Looking to advertise on City Cast Las Vegas? Check out our options for podcast and newsletter ads at citycast.fm/advertise. Las Vegas is a constant backdrop in films, TV shows, and even music videos. But did you know that some of the most accurate and insightful depictions of life in Las Vegas can be found in books? No one understands this better than writer Charles Bock. Literary Hub recently named his 2008 novel Beautiful Children the novel of Las Vegas, and this month, Business Insider recognized him as Nevada’s most famous author. He sits down with co-host Dayvid Figler to discuss the most essential Las Vegas reads and explain why our city is the perfect setting for literature. 

Catch Charles Bock at The Beverly Theater reading from his new memoir, I WILL DO BETTER, on October 29th.

Titles mentioned:

Leaving Las Vegas by John O’Brien

Beautiful Children by Charles Bock

We Are Called to Rise by Laura McBride

The Brightest Place in the World by David Phillip Mullens

Dragonfish by Vu Tran

Dead Ringer by P.Moss

Fear and Loathing in Las Vegas by Hunter S. Thompson

The Goldfinch by Donna Tartt

I Love You, But I’ve Chosen Darkness by Claire Vaye Watkins

Play It as It Lays by Joan Didion

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]]> 1666 Mayoral Candidate Victoria Seaman on Homelessness in Las Vegas For our second interview with the candidates for Las Vegas mayor, Councilwoman Victoria Seaman joins co-host Dayvid Figler for a conversation focused on one of the top issues among voters, homelessness. They dive into her policies, specific challenges, and what she would prioritize as homelessness grows in our community. Don’t miss yesterday’s episode with Seaman’s opponent, former Congresswoman Shelley Berkley. Our fall campaign is happening now! It takes a lot to keep City Cast Las Vegas and Hey Las Vegas running strong. Your membership helps us cover the cost of bringing you the local stories you care about. If you believe in what we do, become a member of City Cast Las Vegas today. Every member makes a difference! Learn more about the sponsors of this October 22nd episode: Global Product Sourcing Want to get in touch? Follow us @CityCastVegas on Instagram, or email us at lasvegas@citycast.fm. You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719. For more Las Vegas news, make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter, Hey Las Vegas. Looking to advertise on City Cast Las Vegas? Check out our options for podcast and newsletter ads at citycast.fm/advertise. Tue, 22 Oct 2024 10:00:00 -0000 Mayoral Candidate Victoria Seaman on Homelessness in Las Vegas full City Cast For our second interview with the candidates for Las Vegas mayor, Councilwoman Victoria Seaman joins co-host Dayvid Figler for a conversation focused on one of the top issues among voters, homelessness. They dive into her policies, specific challenges, and what she would prioritize as homelessness grows in our community. Don’t miss yesterday’s episode with Seaman’s opponent, former Congresswoman Shelley Berkley. Our fall campaign is happening now! It takes a lot to keep City Cast Las Vegas and Hey Las Vegas running strong. Your membership helps us cover the cost of bringing you the local stories you care about. If you believe in what we do, become a member of City Cast Las Vegas today. Every member makes a difference! Learn more about the sponsors of this October 22nd episode: Global Product Sourcing Want to get in touch? Follow us @CityCastVegas on Instagram, or email us at lasvegas@citycast.fm. You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719. For more Las Vegas news, make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter, Hey Las Vegas. Looking to advertise on City Cast Las Vegas? Check out our options for podcast and newsletter ads at citycast.fm/advertise. For our second interview with the candidates for Las Vegas mayor, Councilwoman Victoria Seaman joins co-host Dayvid Figler for a conversation focused on one of the top issues among voters, homelessness. They dive into her policies, specific challenges, and what she would prioritize as homelessness grows in our community. Don’t miss yesterday’s episode with Seaman’s opponent, former Congresswoman Shelley Berkley.

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]]> 2184 How Mayoral Candidate Shelley Berkley Would Approach Homelessness in Las Vegas https://lasvegas.citycast.fm/ The election for Mayor of Las Vegas is arguably the most high-profile down-ballot race coming up next month, and we’ve been hearing a lot from the two candidates, Shelley Berkley and Victoria Seaman. While most interviews address homelessness on a surface level, we invited both candidates to have an in-depth conversation focused on one of the most important issues in Las Vegas — from the public camping ban to how they would reform our city’s underdeveloped resources. First up today is former Nevada Congresswoman Shelley Berkley. Be sure to tune in tomorrow for Councilwoman Victoria Seaman’s solutions and thoughts on homelessness in Las Vegas. Our fall campaign is happening now! It takes a lot to keep City Cast Las Vegas and Hey Las Vegas running strong. Your membership helps us cover the cost of bringing you the local stories you care about. If you believe in what we do, become a member of City Cast Las Vegas today. Every member makes a difference! Learn more about the sponsors of this October 21st episode: Global Product Sourcing Want to get in touch? Follow us @CityCastVegas on Instagram, or email us at lasvegas@citycast.fm. You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719. For more Las Vegas news, make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter, Hey Las Vegas. Looking to advertise on City Cast Las Vegas? Check out our options for podcast and newsletter ads at citycast.fm/advertise. Mon, 21 Oct 2024 10:00:00 -0000 How Mayoral Candidate Shelley Berkley Would Approach Homelessness in Las Vegas full City Cast The election for Mayor of Las Vegas is arguably the most high-profile down-ballot race coming up next month, and we’ve been hearing a lot from the two candidates, Shelley Berkley and Victoria Seaman. While most interviews address homelessness on a surface level, we invited both candidates to have an in-depth conversation focused on one of the most important issues in Las Vegas — from the public camping ban to how they would reform our city’s underdeveloped resources. First up today is former Nevada Congresswoman Shelley Berkley. Be sure to tune in tomorrow for Councilwoman Victoria Seaman’s solutions and thoughts on homelessness in Las Vegas. Our fall campaign is happening now! It takes a lot to keep City Cast Las Vegas and Hey Las Vegas running strong. Your membership helps us cover the cost of bringing you the local stories you care about. If you believe in what we do, become a member of City Cast Las Vegas today. Every member makes a difference! Learn more about the sponsors of this October 21st episode: Global Product Sourcing Want to get in touch? Follow us @CityCastVegas on Instagram, or email us at lasvegas@citycast.fm. You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719. For more Las Vegas news, make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter, Hey Las Vegas. Looking to advertise on City Cast Las Vegas? Check out our options for podcast and newsletter ads at citycast.fm/advertise. The election for Mayor of Las Vegas is arguably the most high-profile down-ballot race coming up next month, and we’ve been hearing a lot from the two candidates, Shelley Berkley and Victoria Seaman. While most interviews address homelessness on a surface level, we invited both candidates to have an in-depth conversation focused on one of the most important issues in Las Vegas — from the public camping ban to how they would reform our city’s underdeveloped resources. First up today is former Nevada Congresswoman Shelley Berkley. Be sure to tune in tomorrow for Councilwoman Victoria Seaman’s solutions and thoughts on homelessness in Las Vegas.

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]]> 2126 Vegas Trump Supporter Accused of Assassination Attempt, Robert Telles Sentenced for Murder, and October Finally Cools Down Welcome to this week’s Friday News Roundup! This week, Coachella Valley police arrested a Las Vegas man at a Trump rally for having a loaded gun in his vehicle. Now he’s suing for defamation, saying the Sheriff wrongly accused him of an assassination attempt. Also, Robert Telles was sentenced for the murder of Review-Journal investigative reporter Jeff German, and the Las Vegas weather finally dips into the 70s. Co-hosts Dayvid Figler and Sarah Lohman are joined by KTNV senior reporter Jaewon Jung to provide their insights on the news. Want to get in touch? Follow us @CityCastVegas on Instagram, or email us at lasvegas@citycast.fm. You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719. For more Las Vegas news, make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter, Hey Las Vegas. Looking to advertise on City Cast Las Vegas? Check out our options for podcast and newsletter ads at citycast.fm/advertise. Fri, 18 Oct 2024 10:00:00 -0000 Vegas Trump Supporter Accused of Assassination Attempt, Robert Telles Sentenced for Murder, and October Finally Cools Down full City Cast Welcome to this week’s Friday News Roundup! This week, Coachella Valley police arrested a Las Vegas man at a Trump rally for having a loaded gun in his vehicle. Now he’s suing for defamation, saying the Sheriff wrongly accused him of an assassination attempt. Also, Robert Telles was sentenced for the murder of Review-Journal investigative reporter Jeff German, and the Las Vegas weather finally dips into the 70s. Co-hosts Dayvid Figler and Sarah Lohman are joined by KTNV senior reporter Jaewon Jung to provide their insights on the news. Want to get in touch? Follow us @CityCastVegas on Instagram, or email us at lasvegas@citycast.fm. You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719. For more Las Vegas news, make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter, Hey Las Vegas. Looking to advertise on City Cast Las Vegas? Check out our options for podcast and newsletter ads at citycast.fm/advertise. Welcome to this week’s Friday News Roundup! This week, Coachella Valley police arrested a Las Vegas man at a Trump rally for having a loaded gun in his vehicle. Now he’s suing for defamation, saying the Sheriff wrongly accused him of an assassination attempt. Also, Robert Telles was sentenced for the murder of Review-Journal investigative reporter Jeff German, and the Las Vegas weather finally dips into the 70s. Co-hosts Dayvid Figler and Sarah Lohman are joined by KTNV senior reporter Jaewon Jung to provide their insights on the news.


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]]> 2089 The Surprising History of the Vegas Shrimp Cocktail As the holidays bring more guests to the city, we keep visitors in the loop on a Vegas food icon: the shrimp cocktail. Where did it come from, why’s it called a “cocktail,” and can you still find a good 99-center anywhere in town? Co-hosts Dayvid Figler and Sarah Lohman—an award-winning culinary historian—break down the history of the shrimp cocktail, its surprising Cajun and Jewish origins, and the story behind that special red sauce. So make sure to become a member by Friday, and you’ll be automatically entered to win. Head over lasvegas.citycast.fm to join. We’re on social media! Follow us @CityCastVegas on Instagram. You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719. Want some more Las Vegas news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter here. Thu, 17 Oct 2024 10:00:00 -0000 The Surprising History of the Vegas Shrimp Cocktail full City Cast As the holidays bring more guests to the city, we keep visitors in the loop on a Vegas food icon: the shrimp cocktail. Where did it come from, why’s it called a “cocktail,” and can you still find a good 99-center anywhere in town? Co-hosts Dayvid Figler and Sarah Lohman—an award-winning culinary historian—break down the history of the shrimp cocktail, its surprising Cajun and Jewish origins, and the story behind that special red sauce. So make sure to become a member by Friday, and you’ll be automatically entered to win. Head over lasvegas.citycast.fm to join. We’re on social media! Follow us @CityCastVegas on Instagram. You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719. Want some more Las Vegas news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter here. As the holidays bring more guests to the city, we keep visitors in the loop on a Vegas food icon: the shrimp cocktail. Where did it come from, why’s it called a “cocktail,” and can you still find a good 99-center anywhere in town? Co-hosts Dayvid Figler and Sarah Lohman—an award-winning culinary historian—break down the history of the shrimp cocktail, its surprising Cajun and Jewish origins, and the story behind that special red sauce.


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]]> 1369 Making Sense of Judicial Races on This Year's Ballot Episode Description: Feeling confident about your top picks in the voting booth is one thing, but what about the names that appear further down the ballot? For many voters, the judges can be a source of confusion and uncertainty. In this episode, co-host Sarah Lohman is joined by Jon Ralston, CEO of The Nevada Independent, and former judge Dayvid Figler to equip listeners with the knowledge they need to become informed voters when it comes to selecting judicial candidates. They’ll share essential tips on what to look for, how to conduct meaningful research, and why your vote for judges is just as crucial as for any other position. Want to get in touch? Follow us @CityCastVegas on Instagram, or email us at lasvegas@citycast.fm. You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719. For more Las Vegas news, make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter, Hey Las Vegas. Looking to advertise on City Cast Las Vegas? Check out our options for podcast and newsletter ads at citycast.fm/advertise. Wed, 16 Oct 2024 10:00:00 -0000 Making Sense of Judicial Races on This Year's Ballot full City Cast Episode Description: Feeling confident about your top picks in the voting booth is one thing, but what about the names that appear further down the ballot? For many voters, the judges can be a source of confusion and uncertainty. In this episode, co-host Sarah Lohman is joined by Jon Ralston, CEO of The Nevada Independent, and former judge Dayvid Figler to equip listeners with the knowledge they need to become informed voters when it comes to selecting judicial candidates. They’ll share essential tips on what to look for, how to conduct meaningful research, and why your vote for judges is just as crucial as for any other position. Want to get in touch? Follow us @CityCastVegas on Instagram, or email us at lasvegas@citycast.fm. You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719. For more Las Vegas news, make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter, Hey Las Vegas. Looking to advertise on City Cast Las Vegas? Check out our options for podcast and newsletter ads at citycast.fm/advertise. Episode Description:

Feeling confident about your top picks in the voting booth is one thing, but what about the names that appear further down the ballot? For many voters, the judges can be a source of confusion and uncertainty. In this episode, co-host Sarah Lohman is joined by Jon Ralston, CEO of The Nevada Independent, and former judge Dayvid Figler to equip listeners with the knowledge they need to become informed voters when it comes to selecting judicial candidates. They’ll share essential tips on what to look for, how to conduct meaningful research, and why your vote for judges is just as crucial as for any other position.


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]]> 1351 The Local Stories About to Go National https://lasvegas.citycast.fm/ Back by popular demand, City Cast CEO David Plotz sits down with hosts from across the country to talk about what stories they're watching in their hometowns that are likely to impact yours too. Hear from Las Vegas's own Dayvid Figler and Sarah Lohman along with hosts from our daily local shows in Denver, Houston, Madison, Nashville, Philly, and Portland. City Cast is now in 13 cities across the country! Joining our member community is the best way to support what we do. Get all the details and sign up here. Looking to advertise on City Cast? Check out our options for podcast and newsletter ads at citycast.fm/advertise. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Tue, 15 Oct 2024 10:00:00 -0000 The Local Stories About to Go National full City Cast Back by popular demand, City Cast CEO David Plotz sits down with hosts from across the country to talk about what stories they're watching in their hometowns that are likely to impact yours too. Hear from Las Vegas's own Dayvid Figler and Sarah Lohman along with hosts from our daily local shows in Denver, Houston, Madison, Nashville, Philly, and Portland. City Cast is now in 13 cities across the country! Joining our member community is the best way to support what we do. Get all the details and sign up here. Looking to advertise on City Cast? Check out our options for podcast and newsletter ads at citycast.fm/advertise. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Back by popular demand, City Cast CEO David Plotz sits down with hosts from across the country to talk about what stories they're watching in their hometowns that are likely to impact yours too. Hear from Las Vegas's own Dayvid Figler and Sarah Lohman along with hosts from our daily local shows in Denver, Houston, Madison, Nashville, Philly, and Portland.

City Cast is now in 13 cities across the country! Joining our member community is the best way to support what we do. Get all the details and sign up here.

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]]> 2357 A Fiery Landing at LAS, Chippendales Dancers Unionize, and Coldplay’s Love Letter to Downtown https://lasvegas.citycast.fm/ It’s been a fiery week in Las Vegas, and we aren’t just talking about the temperatures! In today’s weekly news roundup, we cover the Frontier flight that caught fire and made an emergency landing at Harry Reid International Airport, the unionization of the Chippendales dancers, and the music video that emerged from Coldplay’s Chris Martin’s now-legendary Las Vegas visit. TheList.vegas founder Andrew Kirally joins co-hosts Sarah Lohman and Dayvid Figler. Learn more about the sponsors of this October 11th episode: Babbel - Get up to 60% off at Babbel.com/CITYCAST BetterHelp - get 10% off at betterhelp.com/CITYCAST Want to get in touch? Follow us @CityCastVegas on Instagram, or email us at lasvegas@citycast.fm. You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719. For more Las Vegas news, make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter, Hey Las Vegas. Looking to advertise on City Cast Las Vegas? Check out our options for podcast and newsletter ads at citycast.fm/advertise. Fri, 11 Oct 2024 10:00:00 -0000 A Fiery Landing at LAS, Chippendales Dancers Unionize, and Coldplay’s Love Letter to Downtown full City Cast It’s been a fiery week in Las Vegas, and we aren’t just talking about the temperatures! In today’s weekly news roundup, we cover the Frontier flight that caught fire and made an emergency landing at Harry Reid International Airport, the unionization of the Chippendales dancers, and the music video that emerged from Coldplay’s Chris Martin’s now-legendary Las Vegas visit. TheList.vegas founder Andrew Kirally joins co-hosts Sarah Lohman and Dayvid Figler. Learn more about the sponsors of this October 11th episode: Babbel - Get up to 60% off at Babbel.com/CITYCAST BetterHelp - get 10% off at betterhelp.com/CITYCAST Want to get in touch? Follow us @CityCastVegas on Instagram, or email us at lasvegas@citycast.fm. You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719. For more Las Vegas news, make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter, Hey Las Vegas. Looking to advertise on City Cast Las Vegas? Check out our options for podcast and newsletter ads at citycast.fm/advertise. It’s been a fiery week in Las Vegas, and we aren’t just talking about the temperatures! In today’s weekly news roundup, we cover the Frontier flight that caught fire and made an emergency landing at Harry Reid International Airport, the unionization of the Chippendales dancers, and the music video that emerged from Coldplay’s Chris Martin’s now-legendary Las Vegas visit. TheList.vegas founder Andrew Kirally joins co-hosts Sarah Lohman and Dayvid Figler.

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]]> 2069 Where to Find (Good) Jewish Food in Las Vegas Where does the Las Vegas Jewish community go to wind down the high holidays and fill up for the coming ones? Co-hosts Dayvid Figler and Sarah Lohman—also an award-winning food historian who has worked closely with the New York Jewish food scene—go into a brief history of Jewish food in Las Vegas, the little things Dayvid and Sarah look for when they walk into a Jewish deli, and where Dayvid’s mother would have liked to go in town to sit down for a bowl of matzo ball soup. We didn’t get into bagels in this episode because we’ve already done a deep dive on the best bagels in town—check that out here. Want to get in touch? Follow us @CityCastVegas on Instagram, or email us at lasvegas@citycast.fm. You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719. For more Las Vegas news, make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter, Hey Las Vegas. Looking to advertise on City Cast Las Vegas? Check out our options for podcast and newsletter ads at citycast.fm/advertise. Thu, 10 Oct 2024 10:00:00 -0000 Where to Find (Good) Jewish Food in Las Vegas full City Cast Where does the Las Vegas Jewish community go to wind down the high holidays and fill up for the coming ones? Co-hosts Dayvid Figler and Sarah Lohman—also an award-winning food historian who has worked closely with the New York Jewish food scene—go into a brief history of Jewish food in Las Vegas, the little things Dayvid and Sarah look for when they walk into a Jewish deli, and where Dayvid’s mother would have liked to go in town to sit down for a bowl of matzo ball soup. We didn’t get into bagels in this episode because we’ve already done a deep dive on the best bagels in town—check that out here. Want to get in touch? Follow us @CityCastVegas on Instagram, or email us at lasvegas@citycast.fm. You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719. For more Las Vegas news, make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter, Hey Las Vegas. Looking to advertise on City Cast Las Vegas? Check out our options for podcast and newsletter ads at citycast.fm/advertise. Where does the Las Vegas Jewish community go to wind down the high holidays and fill up for the coming ones? Co-hosts Dayvid Figler and Sarah Lohman—also an award-winning food historian who has worked closely with the New York Jewish food scene—go into a brief history of Jewish food in Las Vegas, the little things Dayvid and Sarah look for when they walk into a Jewish deli, and where Dayvid’s mother would have liked to go in town to sit down for a bowl of matzo ball soup.

We didn’t get into bagels in this episode because we’ve already done a deep dive on the best bagels in town—check that out here.


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]]> 1449 Inside the Vegas Airport Expansion https://lasvegas.citycast.fm/ Harry Reid International Airport has just released conceptual plans for a significant expansion and major improvements to its terminals and roadways. The goal is to enhance overused roadways and provide long-overdue updates to the aging Terminal 1. How might Las Vegas travel look different in the future? What does this expansion mean for the proposed second airport? And will our chaotic rideshare system improve?! Director of Aviation Rosemary Vassiliadis joins co-host Dayvid Figler to answer those questions, discuss why we need an airport upgrade, and tell us how the plan will affect both local and visiting travelers.  Learn more about the sponsors of this October 9th episode: Babbel - Get up to 60% off at Babbel.com/CITYCAST BetterHelp - get 10% off at betterhelp.com/CITYCAST Want to get in touch? Follow us @CityCastVegas on Instagram, or email us at lasvegas@citycast.fm. You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719. For more Las Vegas news, make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter, Hey Las Vegas. Looking to advertise on City Cast Las Vegas? Check out our options for podcast and newsletter ads at citycast.fm/advertise. Wed, 09 Oct 2024 10:00:00 -0000 Inside the Vegas Airport Expansion full City Cast Harry Reid International Airport has just released conceptual plans for a significant expansion and major improvements to its terminals and roadways. The goal is to enhance overused roadways and provide long-overdue updates to the aging Terminal 1. How might Las Vegas travel look different in the future? What does this expansion mean for the proposed second airport? And will our chaotic rideshare system improve?! Director of Aviation Rosemary Vassiliadis joins co-host Dayvid Figler to answer those questions, discuss why we need an airport upgrade, and tell us how the plan will affect both local and visiting travelers.  Learn more about the sponsors of this October 9th episode: Babbel - Get up to 60% off at Babbel.com/CITYCAST BetterHelp - get 10% off at betterhelp.com/CITYCAST Want to get in touch? Follow us @CityCastVegas on Instagram, or email us at lasvegas@citycast.fm. You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719. For more Las Vegas news, make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter, Hey Las Vegas. Looking to advertise on City Cast Las Vegas? Check out our options for podcast and newsletter ads at citycast.fm/advertise. Harry Reid International Airport has just released conceptual plans for a significant expansion and major improvements to its terminals and roadways. The goal is to enhance overused roadways and provide long-overdue updates to the aging Terminal 1. How might Las Vegas travel look different in the future? What does this expansion mean for the proposed second airport? And will our chaotic rideshare system improve?! Director of Aviation Rosemary Vassiliadis joins co-host Dayvid Figler to answer those questions, discuss why we need an airport upgrade, and tell us how the plan will affect both local and visiting travelers. 

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]]> 1570 The Most Surprising Moments From Michele Fiore’s Fraud Trial https://lasvegas.citycast.fm/ Michele Fiore’s trial has drawn significant attention, which is not surprising—the over-the-top political personality has been attracting national headlines since her first election win in 2012. So what happens now that a federal jury has convicted her of wire fraud? Is her political career over? Host Dayvid Figler talks with Las Vegas Review-Journal reporter Katelyn Newberg about Fiore’s speedy trial and guilty verdict, who showed up to testify, and the sentencing she might face. Among those notable figures taking the stand in the Fiore trial were Republican Nevada Gov. Joe Lombardo, who testified against Fiore, and Fiore’s daughter, Sheena Siegel, who was called to testify for the defense but ended up pleading the fifth. Learn more about the sponsors of this October 8th episode: Babbel - Get up to 60% off at Babbel.com/CITYCAST BetterHelp - get 10% off at betterhelp.com/CITYCAST Want to get in touch? Follow us @CityCastVegas on Instagram, or email us at lasvegas@citycast.fm. You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719. For more Las Vegas news, make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter, Hey Las Vegas. Looking to advertise on City Cast Las Vegas? Check out our options for podcast and newsletter ads at citycast.fm/advertise. Tue, 08 Oct 2024 10:00:00 -0000 The Most Surprising Moments From Michele Fiore’s Fraud Trial full City Cast Michele Fiore’s trial has drawn significant attention, which is not surprising—the over-the-top political personality has been attracting national headlines since her first election win in 2012. So what happens now that a federal jury has convicted her of wire fraud? Is her political career over? Host Dayvid Figler talks with Las Vegas Review-Journal reporter Katelyn Newberg about Fiore’s speedy trial and guilty verdict, who showed up to testify, and the sentencing she might face. Among those notable figures taking the stand in the Fiore trial were Republican Nevada Gov. Joe Lombardo, who testified against Fiore, and Fiore’s daughter, Sheena Siegel, who was called to testify for the defense but ended up pleading the fifth. Learn more about the sponsors of this October 8th episode: Babbel - Get up to 60% off at Babbel.com/CITYCAST BetterHelp - get 10% off at betterhelp.com/CITYCAST Want to get in touch? Follow us @CityCastVegas on Instagram, or email us at lasvegas@citycast.fm. You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719. For more Las Vegas news, make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter, Hey Las Vegas. Looking to advertise on City Cast Las Vegas? Check out our options for podcast and newsletter ads at citycast.fm/advertise. Michele Fiore’s trial has drawn significant attention, which is not surprising—the over-the-top political personality has been attracting national headlines since her first election win in 2012. So what happens now that a federal jury has convicted her of wire fraud? Is her political career over? Host Dayvid Figler talks with Las Vegas Review-Journal reporter Katelyn Newberg about Fiore’s speedy trial and guilty verdict, who showed up to testify, and the sentencing she might face.

Among those notable figures taking the stand in the Fiore trial were Republican Nevada Gov. Joe Lombardo, who testified against Fiore, and Fiore’s daughter, Sheena Siegel, who was called to testify for the defense but ended up pleading the fifth.

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]]> 1314 After UNLV Scandal, Will Vegas Pay Its College Athletes? The surprise exit of UNLV’s star quarterback Matt Sluka begs the question: did Sluka leave his team in the lurch, or did UNLV not make good on its promises? Sarah Lohman talks to sports columnist Adam Hill of the Las Vegas Review-Journal about the fallout from the $100K scandal, how this might have a local impact, and the complications around paying college athletes. More of Adam Hill’s coverage of the Sluka scandal in the Review-Journal. Want to get in touch? Follow us @CityCastVegas on Instagram, or email us at lasvegas@citycast.fm. You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719. For more Las Vegas news, make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter, Hey Las Vegas. Looking to advertise on City Cast Las Vegas? Check out our options for podcast and newsletter ads at citycast.fm/advertise. Mon, 07 Oct 2024 10:00:00 -0000 After UNLV Scandal, Will Vegas Its Pay College Athletes? full City Cast The surprise exit of UNLV’s star quarterback Matt Sluka begs the question: did Sluka leave his team in the lurch, or did UNLV not make good on its promises? Sarah Lohman talks to sports columnist Adam Hill of the Las Vegas Review-Journal about the fallout from the $100K scandal, how this might have a local impact, and the complications around paying college athletes. More of Adam Hill’s coverage of the Sluka scandal in the Review-Journal. Want to get in touch? Follow us @CityCastVegas on Instagram, or email us at lasvegas@citycast.fm. You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719. For more Las Vegas news, make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter, Hey Las Vegas. Looking to advertise on City Cast Las Vegas? Check out our options for podcast and newsletter ads at citycast.fm/advertise. The surprise exit of UNLV’s star quarterback Matt Sluka begs the question: did Sluka leave his team in the lurch, or did UNLV not make good on its promises? Sarah Lohman talks to sports columnist Adam Hill of the Las Vegas Review-Journal about the fallout from the $100K scandal, how this might have a local impact, and the complications around paying college athletes.

More of Adam Hill’s coverage of the Sluka scandal in the Review-Journal.


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]]> 1240 Terminal 1’s Glow-up, Push to Criminalize Homelessness, and Attack of the 43-Foot Naked Trump In this week’s roundup, Harry Reid International’s Terminal 1 has been showing its age for a while. We talk makeover-and-expansion plans and how it may make an anticipated second airport irrelevant. Then, the County announced a desire to arrest people experiencing homelessness in public areas. With the unhoused population definitely growing, we debate this approach. Finally, an anonymous artist suspended a 43-foot tall, naked Donald Trump from a crane off the I-15 and people lost their damn minds.It became the center of a political maelstrom replete with finger-pointing and accusations of partisan low blows. Journalist turned press secretary Jacob Solis and co-hosts Dayvid Figler and Sarah Lohman get to the bottom of it. Fri, 04 Oct 2024 10:00:00 -0000 Terminal 1’s Glow-up, Push to Criminalize Homelessness, and Attack of the 43-Foot Naked Trump full City Cast In this week’s roundup, Harry Reid International’s Terminal 1 has been showing its age for a while. We talk makeover-and-expansion plans and how it may make an anticipated second airport irrelevant. Then, the County announced a desire to arrest people experiencing homelessness in public areas. With the unhoused population definitely growing, we debate this approach. Finally, an anonymous artist suspended a 43-foot tall, naked Donald Trump from a crane off the I-15 and people lost their damn minds.It became the center of a political maelstrom replete with finger-pointing and accusations of partisan low blows. Journalist turned press secretary Jacob Solis and co-hosts Dayvid Figler and Sarah Lohman get to the bottom of it. In this week’s roundup, Harry Reid International’s Terminal 1 has been showing its age for a while. We talk makeover-and-expansion plans and how it may make an anticipated second airport irrelevant. Then, the County announced a desire to arrest people experiencing homelessness in public areas. With the unhoused population definitely growing, we debate this approach. Finally, an anonymous artist suspended a 43-foot tall, naked Donald Trump from a crane off the I-15 and people lost their damn minds.It became the center of a political maelstrom replete with finger-pointing and accusations of partisan low blows. Journalist turned press secretary Jacob Solis and co-hosts Dayvid Figler and Sarah Lohman get to the bottom of it.

]]> 1917 The Best Hawaiian Food in Las Vegas https://lasvegas.citycast.fm/ Did you know that Las Vegas has such a significant Hawaiian population that it's often referred to as the "9th Island"? While some people take issue with this nickname, establishments like the California Hotel and Casino have embraced it, actively marketing to Hawaiians moving to the area. But what makes Las Vegas such an appealing destination for them? In today’s podcast, co-host Sarah Lohman is joined by Kalani Heu, the President of the Las Vegas Hawaiian Civic Club. Together, they explore the controversy surrounding the "9th Island" moniker, discuss why Hawaiians are drawn to Las Vegas, and share tips on where to find the best Hawaiian food in the valley. Learn more about this weekend’s event, the 31st annual Ho’olaule’a put on by the Hawaiian Civic Club. Learn more about the sponsors of this October 3rd episode: TheList.Vegas Want to get in touch? Follow us @CityCastVegas on Instagram, or email us at lasvegas@citycast.fm. You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719. For more Las Vegas news, make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter, Hey Las Vegas. Looking to advertise on City Cast Las Vegas? Check out our options for podcast and newsletter ads at citycast.fm/advertise. Thu, 03 Oct 2024 10:00:00 -0000 The Best Hawaiian Food in Las Vegas full City Cast Did you know that Las Vegas has such a significant Hawaiian population that it's often referred to as the "9th Island"? While some people take issue with this nickname, establishments like the California Hotel and Casino have embraced it, actively marketing to Hawaiians moving to the area. But what makes Las Vegas such an appealing destination for them? In today’s podcast, co-host Sarah Lohman is joined by Kalani Heu, the President of the Las Vegas Hawaiian Civic Club. Together, they explore the controversy surrounding the "9th Island" moniker, discuss why Hawaiians are drawn to Las Vegas, and share tips on where to find the best Hawaiian food in the valley. Learn more about this weekend’s event, the 31st annual Ho’olaule’a put on by the Hawaiian Civic Club. Learn more about the sponsors of this October 3rd episode: TheList.Vegas Want to get in touch? Follow us @CityCastVegas on Instagram, or email us at lasvegas@citycast.fm. You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719. For more Las Vegas news, make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter, Hey Las Vegas. Looking to advertise on City Cast Las Vegas? Check out our options for podcast and newsletter ads at citycast.fm/advertise. Did you know that Las Vegas has such a significant Hawaiian population that it's often referred to as the "9th Island"? While some people take issue with this nickname, establishments like the California Hotel and Casino have embraced it, actively marketing to Hawaiians moving to the area. But what makes Las Vegas such an appealing destination for them? In today’s podcast, co-host Sarah Lohman is joined by Kalani Heu, the President of the Las Vegas Hawaiian Civic Club. Together, they explore the controversy surrounding the "9th Island" moniker, discuss why Hawaiians are drawn to Las Vegas, and share tips on where to find the best Hawaiian food in the valley.

Learn more about this weekend’s event, the 31st annual Ho’olaule’a put on by the Hawaiian Civic Club.

Learn more about the sponsors of this October 3rd episode: TheList.Vegas

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]]> 1367 How To See the Tropicana Implosion. Plus, Our Favorites Over the Years https://lasvegas.citycast.fm/ Prepare to bid farewell to the Tropicana as it comes down with nearly 2,200 pounds of explosives at 2:30 am on Wednesday, October 9th. If you want to witness a part of Vegas tradition, we’ve got all the details on how to see the longtime casino implode to make way for a baseball stadium (maybe?). Co-host Dayvid Figler is joined by Hey Las Vegas editor Rob Kachelriess and TheList.Vegas founder Andrew Kiraly to discuss the Tropicana’s spectacular end, why Las Vegas loves implosions, and a look back at some of the best casinos to be blown up on the Strip. Learn more about the sponsors of this October 2nd episode: TheList.Vegas Want to get in touch? Follow us @CityCastVegas on Instagram, or email us at lasvegas@citycast.fm. You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719. For more Las Vegas news, make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter, Hey Las Vegas. Looking to advertise on City Cast Las Vegas? Check out our options for podcast and newsletter ads at citycast.fm/advertise. Wed, 02 Oct 2024 10:00:00 -0000 How To See the Tropicana Implosion. Plus, Our Favorites Over the Years full City Cast Prepare to bid farewell to the Tropicana as it comes down with nearly 2,200 pounds of explosives at 2:30 am on Wednesday, October 9th. If you want to witness a part of Vegas tradition, we’ve got all the details on how to see the longtime casino implode to make way for a baseball stadium (maybe?). Co-host Dayvid Figler is joined by Hey Las Vegas editor Rob Kachelriess and TheList.Vegas founder Andrew Kiraly to discuss the Tropicana’s spectacular end, why Las Vegas loves implosions, and a look back at some of the best casinos to be blown up on the Strip. Learn more about the sponsors of this October 2nd episode: TheList.Vegas Want to get in touch? Follow us @CityCastVegas on Instagram, or email us at lasvegas@citycast.fm. You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719. For more Las Vegas news, make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter, Hey Las Vegas. Looking to advertise on City Cast Las Vegas? Check out our options for podcast and newsletter ads at citycast.fm/advertise. Prepare to bid farewell to the Tropicana as it comes down with nearly 2,200 pounds of explosives at 2:30 am on Wednesday, October 9th. If you want to witness a part of Vegas tradition, we’ve got all the details on how to see the longtime casino implode to make way for a baseball stadium (maybe?). Co-host Dayvid Figler is joined by Hey Las Vegas editor Rob Kachelriess and TheList.Vegas founder Andrew Kiraly to discuss the Tropicana’s spectacular end, why Las Vegas loves implosions, and a look back at some of the best casinos to be blown up on the Strip.


Learn more about the sponsors of this October 2nd episode: TheList.Vegas


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]]> 1330 Why the Las Vegas Pride Festival Looks Different This Year While the rest of the nation celebrates Pride Month in June, Las Vegas stands out by hosting its own LGBTQIA+ Pride festivities in October, taking full advantage of our beautiful weather. Planning an event in Las Vegas can be daunting, especially with high expectations and comparisons to other major cities. However, organizer Brady McGill embraces this challenge, focusing on the heart of our local community. In a conversation with co-host Sarah Lohman, Brady shares what attendees can look forward to at this month’s Las Vegas Pride festival and discusses how supporting Pride enriches the entire city. And here's a fun surprise: the Teletubbies will be making a special appearance! Did you know Las Vegas Pride runs its own magazine? Stay up to date with events and more year-round at https://lasvegaspride.org/. Learn more about the sponsors of this October 1st episode: TheList.Vegas Want to get in touch? Follow us @CityCastVegas on Instagram, or email us at lasvegas@citycast.fm. You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719. For more Las Vegas news, make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter, Hey Las Vegas. Looking to advertise on City Cast Las Vegas? Check out our options for podcast and newsletter ads at citycast.fm/advertise. Tue, 01 Oct 2024 10:00:00 -0000 Why the Las Vegas Pride Festival Looks Different This Year full City Cast While the rest of the nation celebrates Pride Month in June, Las Vegas stands out by hosting its own LGBTQIA+ Pride festivities in October, taking full advantage of our beautiful weather. Planning an event in Las Vegas can be daunting, especially with high expectations and comparisons to other major cities. However, organizer Brady McGill embraces this challenge, focusing on the heart of our local community. In a conversation with co-host Sarah Lohman, Brady shares what attendees can look forward to at this month’s Las Vegas Pride festival and discusses how supporting Pride enriches the entire city. And here's a fun surprise: the Teletubbies will be making a special appearance! Did you know Las Vegas Pride runs its own magazine? Stay up to date with events and more year-round at https://lasvegaspride.org/. Learn more about the sponsors of this October 1st episode: TheList.Vegas Want to get in touch? Follow us @CityCastVegas on Instagram, or email us at lasvegas@citycast.fm. You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719. For more Las Vegas news, make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter, Hey Las Vegas. Looking to advertise on City Cast Las Vegas? Check out our options for podcast and newsletter ads at citycast.fm/advertise. While the rest of the nation celebrates Pride Month in June, Las Vegas stands out by hosting its own LGBTQIA+ Pride festivities in October, taking full advantage of our beautiful weather. Planning an event in Las Vegas can be daunting, especially with high expectations and comparisons to other major cities. However, organizer Brady McGill embraces this challenge, focusing on the heart of our local community. In a conversation with co-host Sarah Lohman, Brady shares what attendees can look forward to at this month’s Las Vegas Pride festival and discusses how supporting Pride enriches the entire city. And here's a fun surprise: the Teletubbies will be making a special appearance!


Did you know Las Vegas Pride runs its own magazine? Stay up to date with events and more year-round at https://lasvegaspride.org/.


Learn more about the sponsors of this October 1st episode: TheList.Vegas


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]]> 1196 Your Guide to October in Las Vegas 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 Las Vegas community. There’s a lot to celebrate about October in Las Vegas, perfect weather, tons of festivals, seasonal food specials, and of course, Nevada’s birthday! So to gear up for another month in the valley, we are bringing you our guide to October in Las Vegas. From the best outdoor activities to an inside look at the best community festivals and celebrations, in this episode you’ll hear co-hosts Dayvid Figler and Sarah Lohman share their can’t miss events and essential tips along with poet and artist Vogue Robinson. Are you interested in attending the Black Rodeo like Sarah? Then you’ll love this episode about the surprising history of Black cowboys in Las Vegas. Learn more about the sponsors of this September 30th episode: TheList.Vegas Want to get in touch? Follow us @CityCastVegas on Instagram, or email us at lasvegas@citycast.fm. You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719. For more Las Vegas news, make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter, Hey Las Vegas. Looking to advertise on City Cast Las Vegas? Check out our options for podcast and newsletter ads at citycast.fm/advertise. Mon, 30 Sep 2024 10:00:00 -0000 Your Guide to October in Las Vegas full City Cast 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 Las Vegas community. There’s a lot to celebrate about October in Las Vegas, perfect weather, tons of festivals, seasonal food specials, and of course, Nevada’s birthday! So to gear up for another month in the valley, we are bringing you our guide to October in Las Vegas. From the best outdoor activities to an inside look at the best community festivals and celebrations, in this episode you’ll hear co-hosts Dayvid Figler and Sarah Lohman share their can’t miss events and essential tips along with poet and artist Vogue Robinson. Are you interested in attending the Black Rodeo like Sarah? Then you’ll love this episode about the surprising history of Black cowboys in Las Vegas. Learn more about the sponsors of this September 30th episode: TheList.Vegas Want to get in touch? Follow us @CityCastVegas on Instagram, or email us at lasvegas@citycast.fm. You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719. For more Las Vegas news, make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter, Hey Las Vegas. Looking to advertise on City Cast Las Vegas? Check out our options for podcast and newsletter ads at citycast.fm/advertise. 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 Las Vegas community.

There’s a lot to celebrate about October in Las Vegas, perfect weather, tons of festivals, seasonal food specials, and of course, Nevada’s birthday! So to gear up for another month in the valley, we are bringing you our guide to October in Las Vegas. From the best outdoor activities to an inside look at the best community festivals and celebrations, in this episode you’ll hear co-hosts Dayvid Figler and Sarah Lohman share their can’t miss events and essential tips along with poet and artist Vogue Robinson. Are you interested in attending the Black Rodeo like Sarah? Then you’ll love this episode about the surprising history of Black cowboys in Las Vegas.

Learn more about the sponsors of this September 30th episode: TheList.Vegas

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]]> 1684 UNLV Star Quarterback Quits, First Election Votes Roll In, and Downtown Festival Says Mackle-No-More https://lasvegas.citycast.fm It’s been a scandalous week in Las Vegas, and we are here to break it all down in our weekly news roundup. First, UNLV’s starting quarterback quits over social media amid a winning streak. The student-athlete claims he was promised $100,000 for transferring but was never paid. Next, the first two votes have been cast in Nevada for the next president thanks to a new absentee ballot system, but not without criticism over election security. Lastly, the Neon City Festival drops headliner Macklemore just days after announcing the lineup after the rapper led a “F- America” chant at a recent concert. Nevada Current reporter Michael MJ Lyle joins co-hosts Dayvid Figler and Sarah Lohman. Learn more about the sponsors of this September 27th episode: Global Product Sourcing UNLV Want to get in touch? Follow us @CityCastVegas on Instagram, or email us at lasvegas@citycast.fm. You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719. For more Las Vegas news, make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter, Hey Las Vegas. Looking to advertise on City Cast Las Vegas? Check out our options for podcast and newsletter ads at citycast.fm/advertise. Fri, 27 Sep 2024 10:00:00 -0000 UNLV Star Quarterback Quits, First Election Votes Roll In, and Downtown Festival Says Mackle-No-More full City Cast It’s been a scandalous week in Las Vegas, and we are here to break it all down in our weekly news roundup. First, UNLV’s starting quarterback quits over social media amid a winning streak. The student-athlete claims he was promised $100,000 for transferring but was never paid. Next, the first two votes have been cast in Nevada for the next president thanks to a new absentee ballot system, but not without criticism over election security. Lastly, the Neon City Festival drops headliner Macklemore just days after announcing the lineup after the rapper led a “F- America” chant at a recent concert. Nevada Current reporter Michael MJ Lyle joins co-hosts Dayvid Figler and Sarah Lohman. Learn more about the sponsors of this September 27th episode: Global Product Sourcing UNLV Want to get in touch? Follow us @CityCastVegas on Instagram, or email us at lasvegas@citycast.fm. You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719. For more Las Vegas news, make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter, Hey Las Vegas. Looking to advertise on City Cast Las Vegas? Check out our options for podcast and newsletter ads at citycast.fm/advertise. It’s been a scandalous week in Las Vegas, and we are here to break it all down in our weekly news roundup. First, UNLV’s starting quarterback quits over social media amid a winning streak. The student-athlete claims he was promised $100,000 for transferring but was never paid. Next, the first two votes have been cast in Nevada for the next president thanks to a new absentee ballot system, but not without criticism over election security. Lastly, the Neon City Festival drops headliner Macklemore just days after announcing the lineup after the rapper led a “F- America” chant at a recent concert. Nevada Current reporter Michael MJ Lyle joins co-hosts Dayvid Figler and Sarah Lohman.

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]]> 1821 Fall Foods You Can Find Outside https://lasvegas.citycast.fm Foraging tends to freak out city types, but Southern Nevada is home to a cornucopia of natural desert delights. Co-host Dayvid Figler talks to our own Sarah Lohman, who happens to be an award-winning food historian and passionate forager. We talk about what it means to “eat wild,” breaking down where and when to forage in the greater Las Vegas area, what’s on the natural menu this fall, and what’s safe to put in your mouth.  Don’t miss Sarah’s guide to foraging honey mesquite and making pancakes, her recipe for acorn meal, the vital guidebook Southwest Foraging, and the app Seek to help you visually identify the flora and fauna around you. Learn more about the sponsors of this September 26th episode: Global Product Sourcing UNLV Want to get in touch? Follow us @CityCastVegas on Instagram, or email us at lasvegas@citycast.fm. You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719. For more Las Vegas news, make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter, Hey Las Vegas. Looking to advertise on City Cast Las Vegas? Check out our options for podcast and newsletter ads at citycast.fm/advertise. Thu, 26 Sep 2024 10:00:00 -0000 Fall Foods You Can Find Outside full City Cast Foraging tends to freak out city types, but Southern Nevada is home to a cornucopia of natural desert delights. Co-host Dayvid Figler talks to our own Sarah Lohman, who happens to be an award-winning food historian and passionate forager. We talk about what it means to “eat wild,” breaking down where and when to forage in the greater Las Vegas area, what’s on the natural menu this fall, and what’s safe to put in your mouth.  Don’t miss Sarah’s guide to foraging honey mesquite and making pancakes, her recipe for acorn meal, the vital guidebook Southwest Foraging, and the app Seek to help you visually identify the flora and fauna around you. Learn more about the sponsors of this September 26th episode: Global Product Sourcing UNLV Want to get in touch? Follow us @CityCastVegas on Instagram, or email us at lasvegas@citycast.fm. You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719. For more Las Vegas news, make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter, Hey Las Vegas. Looking to advertise on City Cast Las Vegas? Check out our options for podcast and newsletter ads at citycast.fm/advertise. Foraging tends to freak out city types, but Southern Nevada is home to a cornucopia of natural desert delights. Co-host Dayvid Figler talks to our own Sarah Lohman, who happens to be an award-winning food historian and passionate forager. We talk about what it means to “eat wild,” breaking down where and when to forage in the greater Las Vegas area, what’s on the natural menu this fall, and what’s safe to put in your mouth. 

Don’t miss Sarah’s guide to foraging honey mesquite and making pancakes, her recipe for acorn meal, the vital guidebook Southwest Foraging, and the app Seek to help you visually identify the flora and fauna around you.

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]]> 1301 Why Western Nevada is Pushing Back on Solar https://lasvegas.citycast.fm/podcasts In the last few weeks, the Biden administration and the Bureau of Land Management came out with their long-awaited Western Solar Plan, an ambitious project to open up 31 million acres of federal land for much-needed solar energy projects, 12 million of which would be in Nevada. But nearby Nye County, home of many of those proposed sites, isn’t too happy about it. Today, co-host Dayvid Figler talks with Mason Voehl, executive director of the Amargosa Conservancy in Nye County, who just penned an op-ed advocating for a “balanced” approach to solar development — so could this be the solution we all need? Learn more about the sponsors of this September 25th episode: Global Product Sourcing UNLV Want to get in touch? Follow us @CityCastVegas on Instagram, or email us at lasvegas@citycast.fm. You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719. For more Las Vegas news, make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter, Hey Las Vegas. Looking to advertise on City Cast Las Vegas? Check out our options for podcast and newsletter ads at citycast.fm/advertise. Wed, 25 Sep 2024 10:00:00 -0000 Why Western Nevada is Pushing Back on Solar full City Cast In the last few weeks, the Biden administration and the Bureau of Land Management came out with their long-awaited Western Solar Plan, an ambitious project to open up 31 million acres of federal land for much-needed solar energy projects, 12 million of which would be in Nevada. But nearby Nye County, home of many of those proposed sites, isn’t too happy about it. Today, co-host Dayvid Figler talks with Mason Voehl, executive director of the Amargosa Conservancy in Nye County, who just penned an op-ed advocating for a “balanced” approach to solar development — so could this be the solution we all need? Learn more about the sponsors of this September 25th episode: Global Product Sourcing UNLV Want to get in touch? Follow us @CityCastVegas on Instagram, or email us at lasvegas@citycast.fm. You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719. For more Las Vegas news, make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter, Hey Las Vegas. Looking to advertise on City Cast Las Vegas? Check out our options for podcast and newsletter ads at citycast.fm/advertise. In the last few weeks, the Biden administration and the Bureau of Land Management came out with their long-awaited Western Solar Plan, an ambitious project to open up 31 million acres of federal land for much-needed solar energy projects, 12 million of which would be in Nevada. But nearby Nye County, home of many of those proposed sites, isn’t too happy about it. Today, co-host Dayvid Figler talks with Mason Voehl, executive director of the Amargosa Conservancy in Nye County, who just penned an op-ed advocating for a “balanced” approach to solar development — so could this be the solution we all need?

Learn more about the sponsors of this September 25th episode:

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UNLV

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]]> 1374 Does Las Vegas Need Two New Film Studios? What if a “Made in Nevada” logo appeared at the end of your favorite TV shows and movies? If the proponents of two film tax credit bills have their way, Nevada will massively expand the funding for production companies like Sony and Warner Bros. to build and operate huge studios right here in Las Vegas — a move they say will bring jobs and much-needed economic diversification to our city. Are they right? And why did this bill fail in the last legislative session? Co-host Sarah Lohman talks with Nevada Current editor April Corbin Girnus about the latest on film tax credits in Nevada. Learn more about the sponsors of this September 24th episode: Global Product Sourcing UNLV Want to get in touch? Follow us @CityCastVegas on Instagram, or email us at lasvegas@citycast.fm. You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719. For more Las Vegas news, make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter, Hey Las Vegas. Looking to advertise on City Cast Las Vegas? Check out our options for podcast and newsletter ads at citycast.fm/advertise. Tue, 24 Sep 2024 10:00:00 -0000 Does Las Vegas Need Two New Film Studios? full City Cast What if a “Made in Nevada” logo appeared at the end of your favorite TV shows and movies? If the proponents of two film tax credit bills have their way, Nevada will massively expand the funding for production companies like Sony and Warner Bros. to build and operate huge studios right here in Las Vegas — a move they say will bring jobs and much-needed economic diversification to our city. Are they right? And why did this bill fail in the last legislative session? Co-host Sarah Lohman talks with Nevada Current editor April Corbin Girnus about the latest on film tax credits in Nevada. Learn more about the sponsors of this September 24th episode: Global Product Sourcing UNLV Want to get in touch? Follow us @CityCastVegas on Instagram, or email us at lasvegas@citycast.fm. You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719. For more Las Vegas news, make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter, Hey Las Vegas. Looking to advertise on City Cast Las Vegas? Check out our options for podcast and newsletter ads at citycast.fm/advertise. What if a “Made in Nevada” logo appeared at the end of your favorite TV shows and movies? If the proponents of two film tax credit bills have their way, Nevada will massively expand the funding for production companies like Sony and Warner Bros. to build and operate huge studios right here in Las Vegas — a move they say will bring jobs and much-needed economic diversification to our city. Are they right? And why did this bill fail in the last legislative session? Co-host Sarah Lohman talks with Nevada Current editor April Corbin Girnus about the latest on film tax credits in Nevada.

Learn more about the sponsors of this September 24th episode:

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UNLV

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]]> 1341 The Problem with Public Lands for Housing https://lasvegas.citycast.fm/podcasts From our Democratic senators to our Republican Governor (and most recently, Republican presidential candidate Donald Trump), a tantalizing proposal to solve our affordable housing crisis has gained support across the aisle: Opening up federal public lands to build more houses. But is this really the fix? Co-host Dayvid Figler talks with Vinny Spotleson, the Sierra Club Toiyabe Chapter Executive Committee Chair, who explains why this issue has become so bipartisan, and the major problems these politicians are overlooking. Learn more about the sponsors of this September 23rd episode: Global Product Sourcing UNLV Want to get in touch? Follow us @CityCastVegas on Instagram, or email us at lasvegas@citycast.fm. You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719. For more Las Vegas news, make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter, Hey Las Vegas. Looking to advertise on City Cast Las Vegas? Check out our options for podcast and newsletter ads at citycast.fm/advertise. Mon, 23 Sep 2024 10:00:00 -0000 The Problem with Public Lands for Housing full City Cast From our Democratic senators to our Republican Governor (and most recently, Republican presidential candidate Donald Trump), a tantalizing proposal to solve our affordable housing crisis has gained support across the aisle: Opening up federal public lands to build more houses. But is this really the fix? Co-host Dayvid Figler talks with Vinny Spotleson, the Sierra Club Toiyabe Chapter Executive Committee Chair, who explains why this issue has become so bipartisan, and the major problems these politicians are overlooking. Learn more about the sponsors of this September 23rd episode: Global Product Sourcing UNLV Want to get in touch? Follow us @CityCastVegas on Instagram, or email us at lasvegas@citycast.fm. You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719. For more Las Vegas news, make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter, Hey Las Vegas. Looking to advertise on City Cast Las Vegas? Check out our options for podcast and newsletter ads at citycast.fm/advertise. From our Democratic senators to our Republican Governor (and most recently, Republican presidential candidate Donald Trump), a tantalizing proposal to solve our affordable housing crisis has gained support across the aisle: Opening up federal public lands to build more houses. But is this really the fix? Co-host Dayvid Figler talks with Vinny Spotleson, the Sierra Club Toiyabe Chapter Executive Committee Chair, who explains why this issue has become so bipartisan, and the major problems these politicians are overlooking.

Learn more about the sponsors of this September 23rd episode:

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UNLV

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]]> 1411 Another Fiery Lithium Crash, Trump Takes On Local Issues, and the Best Coffee Cities https://lasvegas.citycast.fm/ We may be entering peak weather season right now, but the news in Las Vegas stays hot! For this week’s news roundup, we break down what’s up with all these fiery lithium truck crashes that are shutting down highways, local journalist Steve Sebelius putting Trump in the hot seat during an interview about the biggest issues in Southern Nevada, and why Las Vegas coffee shops deserve more respect nationally. Co-hosts Dayvid Figler and Sarah Lohman are joined by City Cast Las Vegas executive producer Sonja Cho Swanson. Learn more about the sponsors of this September 20th episode: TheList.Vegas Want to get in touch? Follow us @CityCastVegas on Instagram, or email us at lasvegas@citycast.fm. You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719. For more Las Vegas news, make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter, Hey Las Vegas. Looking to advertise on City Cast Las Vegas? Check out our options for podcast and newsletter ads at citycast.fm/advertise. Fri, 20 Sep 2024 10:00:00 -0000 Another Fiery Lithium Crash, Trump Takes On Local Issues, and the Best Coffee Cities full City Cast We may be entering peak weather season right now, but the news in Las Vegas stays hot! For this week’s news roundup, we break down what’s up with all these fiery lithium truck crashes that are shutting down highways, local journalist Steve Sebelius putting Trump in the hot seat during an interview about the biggest issues in Southern Nevada, and why Las Vegas coffee shops deserve more respect nationally. Co-hosts Dayvid Figler and Sarah Lohman are joined by City Cast Las Vegas executive producer Sonja Cho Swanson. Learn more about the sponsors of this September 20th episode: TheList.Vegas Want to get in touch? Follow us @CityCastVegas on Instagram, or email us at lasvegas@citycast.fm. You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719. For more Las Vegas news, make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter, Hey Las Vegas. Looking to advertise on City Cast Las Vegas? Check out our options for podcast and newsletter ads at citycast.fm/advertise. We may be entering peak weather season right now, but the news in Las Vegas stays hot! For this week’s news roundup, we break down what’s up with all these fiery lithium truck crashes that are shutting down highways, local journalist Steve Sebelius putting Trump in the hot seat during an interview about the biggest issues in Southern Nevada, and why Las Vegas coffee shops deserve more respect nationally. Co-hosts Dayvid Figler and Sarah Lohman are joined by City Cast Las Vegas executive producer Sonja Cho Swanson.

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]]> 2218 Where to Eat Breakfast in Las Vegas https://lasvegas.citycast.fm/podcasts In the last few years, it seems like every other restaurant opening in Las Vegas is a breakfast spot. With very Instagram-able themes and dishes, is our breakfast market getting over-saturated? Giselle D’souza, founder of NothingtodolvEATS, breaks down the breakfast trend in Las Vegas and shares her favorite spots, new and old, with co-host Sarah Lohman. Learn more about the sponsors of this September 19th episode: TheList.Vegas Did we miss your favorite spot? Let us know on Instagram @CityCastVegas, or email us at lasvegas@citycast.fm. You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719. For more Las Vegas news, make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter, Hey Las Vegas. Looking to advertise on City Cast Las Vegas? Check out our options for podcast and newsletter ads at citycast.fm/advertise. Thu, 19 Sep 2024 10:00:00 -0000 Where to Eat Breakfast in Las Vegas full City Cast In the last few years, it seems like every other restaurant opening in Las Vegas is a breakfast spot. With very Instagram-able themes and dishes, is our breakfast market getting over-saturated? Giselle D’souza, founder of NothingtodolvEATS, breaks down the breakfast trend in Las Vegas and shares her favorite spots, new and old, with co-host Sarah Lohman. Learn more about the sponsors of this September 19th episode: TheList.Vegas Did we miss your favorite spot? Let us know on Instagram @CityCastVegas, or email us at lasvegas@citycast.fm. You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719. For more Las Vegas news, make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter, Hey Las Vegas. Looking to advertise on City Cast Las Vegas? Check out our options for podcast and newsletter ads at citycast.fm/advertise. In the last few years, it seems like every other restaurant opening in Las Vegas is a breakfast spot. With very Instagram-able themes and dishes, is our breakfast market getting over-saturated? Giselle D’souza, founder of NothingtodolvEATS, breaks down the breakfast trend in Las Vegas and shares her favorite spots, new and old, with co-host Sarah Lohman.

Learn more about the sponsors of this September 19th episode: TheList.Vegas

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]]> 1421 What’s Up With All the School Board Drama? https://lasvegas.citycast.fm In the latest installment of CCSD reality TV, recently-ousted School Board Trustee Katie Williams says she “actually did care” and that the move to remove her was “political.” But as the frequent tie-breaker vote on a 4-3 divided board … could she be right? Co-host Dayvid Figler talks with Patricia Haddad Bennett, who recently served as the director of government relations for the Clark County School District, about how this group of ostensibly non-partisan electeds gets so political, what a school board actually does, and why all of us — kids or no kids — should care. Learn more about the sponsors of this September 18th episode: TheList.Vegas Want to get in touch? Follow us @CityCastVegas on Instagram, or email us at lasvegas@citycast.fm. You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719. For more Las Vegas news, make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter, Hey Las Vegas. Looking to advertise on City Cast Las Vegas? Check out our options for podcast and newsletter ads at citycast.fm/advertise. Wed, 18 Sep 2024 10:00:00 -0000 What’s Up With All the School Board Drama? full City Cast In the latest installment of CCSD reality TV, recently-ousted School Board Trustee Katie Williams says she “actually did care” and that the move to remove her was “political.” But as the frequent tie-breaker vote on a 4-3 divided board … could she be right? Co-host Dayvid Figler talks with Patricia Haddad Bennett, who recently served as the director of government relations for the Clark County School District, about how this group of ostensibly non-partisan electeds gets so political, what a school board actually does, and why all of us — kids or no kids — should care. Learn more about the sponsors of this September 18th episode: TheList.Vegas Want to get in touch? Follow us @CityCastVegas on Instagram, or email us at lasvegas@citycast.fm. You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719. For more Las Vegas news, make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter, Hey Las Vegas. Looking to advertise on City Cast Las Vegas? Check out our options for podcast and newsletter ads at citycast.fm/advertise. In the latest installment of CCSD reality TV, recently-ousted School Board Trustee Katie Williams says she “actually did care” and that the move to remove her was “political.” But as the frequent tie-breaker vote on a 4-3 divided board … could she be right? Co-host Dayvid Figler talks with Patricia Haddad Bennett, who recently served as the director of government relations for the Clark County School District, about how this group of ostensibly non-partisan electeds gets so political, what a school board actually does, and why all of us — kids or no kids — should care.

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]]> 1390 Should Las Vegans Embrace Summerlin's Growth? https://lasvegas.citycast.fm Last week, the Las Vegas planning commission approved two new neighborhoods in the Summerlin area that will include hundreds of homes. While some might be happy to hear that the new neighborhoods aren’t near Red Rock, any expansion in Las Vegas is met with apprehension. As the infamous suburb grows, we are revisiting a conversation co-host Sarah Lohman had with historian Geoff Schumacher, vice president of exhibits and programs at The Mob Museum, and City Cast Las Vegas executive producer Sonja Cho Swanson, our in-house Summerlin resident. They break down the unusual origin of the neighborhood, its complicated reputation, and share their favorite spots around Summerlin. Learn more about the sponsors of this September 17th episode: TheList.Vegas Want to get in touch? Follow us @CityCastVegas on Instagram, or email us at lasvegas@citycast.fm. You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719. For more Las Vegas news, make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter, Hey Las Vegas. Looking to advertise on City Cast Las Vegas? Check out our options for podcast and newsletter ads at citycast.fm/advertise. Tue, 17 Sep 2024 10:00:00 -0000 Should Las Vegans Embrace Summerlin's Growth? full City Cast Last week, the Las Vegas planning commission approved two new neighborhoods in the Summerlin area that will include hundreds of homes. While some might be happy to hear that the new neighborhoods aren’t near Red Rock, any expansion in Las Vegas is met with apprehension. As the infamous suburb grows, we are revisiting a conversation co-host Sarah Lohman had with historian Geoff Schumacher, vice president of exhibits and programs at The Mob Museum, and City Cast Las Vegas executive producer Sonja Cho Swanson, our in-house Summerlin resident. They break down the unusual origin of the neighborhood, its complicated reputation, and share their favorite spots around Summerlin. Learn more about the sponsors of this September 17th episode: TheList.Vegas Want to get in touch? Follow us @CityCastVegas on Instagram, or email us at lasvegas@citycast.fm. You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719. For more Las Vegas news, make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter, Hey Las Vegas. Looking to advertise on City Cast Las Vegas? Check out our options for podcast and newsletter ads at citycast.fm/advertise. Last week, the Las Vegas planning commission approved two new neighborhoods in the Summerlin area that will include hundreds of homes. While some might be happy to hear that the new neighborhoods aren’t near Red Rock, any expansion in Las Vegas is met with apprehension. As the infamous suburb grows, we are revisiting a conversation co-host Sarah Lohman had with historian Geoff Schumacher, vice president of exhibits and programs at The Mob Museum, and City Cast Las Vegas executive producer Sonja Cho Swanson, our in-house Summerlin resident. They break down the unusual origin of the neighborhood, its complicated reputation, and share their favorite spots around Summerlin.

Learn more about the sponsors of this September 17th episode:

TheList.Vegas

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]]> 1487 Mayor Goodman Reflects on 13 Years in Office https://lasvegas.citycast.fm/podcasts This November, voters will head to the polls and elect a non-Goodman mayor for the first time in 25 years. Mayor Carolyn Goodman, who is wrapping up 13 years at the helm of our city, joins co-host Dayvid Figler today to reflect on her time in office, the good and the bad: Her proudest accomplishments in addressing homelessness, economic development, and transportation; the unresolved challenges; and how a kerfuffle over Britney Spears symbolizes the ongoing tension between the city and the county. Learn more about the sponsors of this September 16th episode: TheList.Vegas Want to get in touch? Follow us @CityCastVegas on Instagram, or email us at lasvegas@citycast.fm. You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719. For more Las Vegas news, make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter, Hey Las Vegas. Looking to advertise on City Cast Las Vegas? Check out our options for podcast and newsletter ads at citycast.fm/advertise. Mon, 16 Sep 2024 10:00:00 -0000 Mayor Goodman Reflects on 13 Years in Office full City Cast This November, voters will head to the polls and elect a non-Goodman mayor for the first time in 25 years. Mayor Carolyn Goodman, who is wrapping up 13 years at the helm of our city, joins co-host Dayvid Figler today to reflect on her time in office, the good and the bad: Her proudest accomplishments in addressing homelessness, economic development, and transportation; the unresolved challenges; and how a kerfuffle over Britney Spears symbolizes the ongoing tension between the city and the county. Learn more about the sponsors of this September 16th episode: TheList.Vegas Want to get in touch? Follow us @CityCastVegas on Instagram, or email us at lasvegas@citycast.fm. You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719. For more Las Vegas news, make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter, Hey Las Vegas. Looking to advertise on City Cast Las Vegas? Check out our options for podcast and newsletter ads at citycast.fm/advertise. This November, voters will head to the polls and elect a non-Goodman mayor for the first time in 25 years. Mayor Carolyn Goodman, who is wrapping up 13 years at the helm of our city, joins co-host Dayvid Figler today to reflect on her time in office, the good and the bad: Her proudest accomplishments in addressing homelessness, economic development, and transportation; the unresolved challenges; and how a kerfuffle over Britney Spears symbolizes the ongoing tension between the city and the county.

Learn more about the sponsors of this September 16th episode:

TheList.Vegas

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]]> 1654 Smoky Skies, a Shady Cop, and Betting on Elections https://lasvegas.citycast.fm/podcasts Las Vegans are getting the brunt of California wildfire smoke this week as wind currents bring smoky skies into our valley — so is this our new normal? And how can we deal with it? Co-hosts Sarah Lohman and Dayvid Figler are joined by thelist.Vegas creator Andrew Kiraly to discuss our worsening air quality, as well as the surprising arrest of an LVMPD officer, and what legalizing betting on elections — and more — could look like in Las Vegas. Want to get in touch? Follow us @CityCastVegas on Instagram, or email us at lasvegas@citycast.fm. You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719. For more Las Vegas news, make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter, Hey Las Vegas. Looking to advertise on City Cast Las Vegas? Check out our options for podcast and newsletter ads at citycast.fm/advertise. Fri, 13 Sep 2024 10:00:00 -0000 Smoky Skies, a Shady Cop, and Betting on Elections full City Cast Las Vegans are getting the brunt of California wildfire smoke this week as wind currents bring smoky skies into our valley — so is this our new normal? And how can we deal with it? Co-hosts Sarah Lohman and Dayvid Figler are joined by thelist.Vegas creator Andrew Kiraly to discuss our worsening air quality, as well as the surprising arrest of an LVMPD officer, and what legalizing betting on elections — and more — could look like in Las Vegas. Want to get in touch? Follow us @CityCastVegas on Instagram, or email us at lasvegas@citycast.fm. You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719. For more Las Vegas news, make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter, Hey Las Vegas. Looking to advertise on City Cast Las Vegas? Check out our options for podcast and newsletter ads at citycast.fm/advertise. Las Vegans are getting the brunt of California wildfire smoke this week as wind currents bring smoky skies into our valley — so is this our new normal? And how can we deal with it? Co-hosts Sarah Lohman and Dayvid Figler are joined by thelist.Vegas creator Andrew Kiraly to discuss our worsening air quality, as well as the surprising arrest of an LVMPD officer, and what legalizing betting on elections — and more — could look like in Las Vegas.

Want to get in touch? Follow us @CityCastVegas on Instagram, or email us at lasvegas@citycast.fm. You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719.

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]]> 2145 Where To Find the Best Craft Beer in Vegas https://lasvegas.citycast.fm September is a huge month for beer festivals in Las Vegas. While the big brands control the market nationally, locally we have a thriving craft beer scene fueled by breweries and bars supporting local makers. To help us know the ins and outs of all the beer Las Vegas has to offer, Phil Garcia from Khoury’s Fine Wine & Spirits joins co-host Sarah Lohman to share his favorite local beers as a beer buyer, where to find them, and what to consider when trying craft beers in Las Vegas.  Mentioned in this episode: Atomic Duck from Able Baker Hazy IPA from Beer Zombies Love Juice from Lovelady Brewing Co. North 5th Brewing Co. CraftHaus Brewery Cream Ale from HUDL Chantilly Cream Ale from Las Vegas Brewing Company Mojave Brewing Company Big Dog’s Nevada Brew Works Hop Nuts Brewing Cin-Cin Brewhouse & Seafood Bar (New!) Silver Stamp Bar Pizza Rebellion Want to get in touch? Follow us @CityCastVegas on Instagram, or email us at lasvegas@citycast.fm. You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719. For more Las Vegas news, make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter, Hey Las Vegas. Looking to advertise on City Cast Las Vegas? Check out our options for podcast and newsletter ads at citycast.fm/advertise. Thu, 12 Sep 2024 10:00:00 -0000 Where To Find the Best Craft Beer in Vegas full City Cast September is a huge month for beer festivals in Las Vegas. While the big brands control the market nationally, locally we have a thriving craft beer scene fueled by breweries and bars supporting local makers. To help us know the ins and outs of all the beer Las Vegas has to offer, Phil Garcia from Khoury’s Fine Wine & Spirits joins co-host Sarah Lohman to share his favorite local beers as a beer buyer, where to find them, and what to consider when trying craft beers in Las Vegas.  Mentioned in this episode: Atomic Duck from Able Baker Hazy IPA from Beer Zombies Love Juice from Lovelady Brewing Co. North 5th Brewing Co. CraftHaus Brewery Cream Ale from HUDL Chantilly Cream Ale from Las Vegas Brewing Company Mojave Brewing Company Big Dog’s Nevada Brew Works Hop Nuts Brewing Cin-Cin Brewhouse & Seafood Bar (New!) Silver Stamp Bar Pizza Rebellion Want to get in touch? Follow us @CityCastVegas on Instagram, or email us at lasvegas@citycast.fm. You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719. For more Las Vegas news, make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter, Hey Las Vegas. Looking to advertise on City Cast Las Vegas? Check out our options for podcast and newsletter ads at citycast.fm/advertise. September is a huge month for beer festivals in Las Vegas. While the big brands control the market nationally, locally we have a thriving craft beer scene fueled by breweries and bars supporting local makers. To help us know the ins and outs of all the beer Las Vegas has to offer, Phil Garcia from Khoury’s Fine Wine & Spirits joins co-host Sarah Lohman to share his favorite local beers as a beer buyer, where to find them, and what to consider when trying craft beers in Las Vegas. 

Mentioned in this episode:

Atomic Duck from Able Baker

Hazy IPA from Beer Zombies

Love Juice from Lovelady Brewing Co.

North 5th Brewing Co.

CraftHaus Brewery

Cream Ale from HUDL

Chantilly Cream Ale from Las Vegas Brewing Company

Mojave Brewing Company

Big Dog’s

Nevada Brew Works

Hop Nuts Brewing

Cin-Cin Brewhouse & Seafood Bar (New!)

Silver Stamp Bar

Pizza Rebellion

Want to get in touch? Follow us @CityCastVegas on Instagram, or email us at lasvegas@citycast.fm. You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719.

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]]> 1443 Should the Rancho HS Teens Be Tried As Adults? https://lasvegas.citycast.fm/podcasts Last year, nine teens were arrested in connection with the horrific beating death of Rancho High School student Jonathan Lewis. And just last week, four of them were sent back from adult court to juvenile court as part of a plea agreement that reduces their maximum sentence. The outrage has been palpable: Social media users have called the accused adolescents “monsters,” and Lewis’s mother said the decision was “disgusting.” So should the teens have been tried as adults? What’s really going on here? Co-host Dayvid Figler talks with UNLV Boyd School of Law professor Eve Hanan about why we have juvenile court in the first place, and why some teens (and not others) are sentenced in adult court. Want to get in touch? Follow us @CityCastVegas on Instagram, or email us at lasvegas@citycast.fm. You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719. For more Las Vegas news, make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter, Hey Las Vegas. Looking to advertise on City Cast Las Vegas? Check out our options for podcast and newsletter ads at citycast.fm/advertise. Wed, 11 Sep 2024 10:00:00 -0000 Should the Rancho HS Teens Be Tried As Adults? full City Cast Last year, nine teens were arrested in connection with the horrific beating death of Rancho High School student Jonathan Lewis. And just last week, four of them were sent back from adult court to juvenile court as part of a plea agreement that reduces their maximum sentence. The outrage has been palpable: Social media users have called the accused adolescents “monsters,” and Lewis’s mother said the decision was “disgusting.” So should the teens have been tried as adults? What’s really going on here? Co-host Dayvid Figler talks with UNLV Boyd School of Law professor Eve Hanan about why we have juvenile court in the first place, and why some teens (and not others) are sentenced in adult court. Want to get in touch? Follow us @CityCastVegas on Instagram, or email us at lasvegas@citycast.fm. You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719. For more Las Vegas news, make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter, Hey Las Vegas. Looking to advertise on City Cast Las Vegas? Check out our options for podcast and newsletter ads at citycast.fm/advertise. Last year, nine teens were arrested in connection with the horrific beating death of Rancho High School student Jonathan Lewis. And just last week, four of them were sent back from adult court to juvenile court as part of a plea agreement that reduces their maximum sentence. The outrage has been palpable: Social media users have called the accused adolescents “monsters,” and Lewis’s mother said the decision was “disgusting.” So should the teens have been tried as adults? What’s really going on here? Co-host Dayvid Figler talks with UNLV Boyd School of Law professor Eve Hanan about why we have juvenile court in the first place, and why some teens (and not others) are sentenced in adult court.

Want to get in touch? Follow us @CityCastVegas on Instagram, or email us at lasvegas@citycast.fm. You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719.

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]]> 1428 The Best Fall Hikes in Las Vegas https://lasvegas.citycast.fm If fall signifies anything in Las Vegas, it's that we can finally spend extended periods of time outdoors without the fear of heat exhaustion. There are an insane amount of trails to hike in and around our city, but not all of them will give you those fall vibes you might be looking for. With the Cathedral Rock Trail still closed in Mt. Charleston, it's even harder to find fall foliage in our desert. However, Bertha Gutierrez, program director of the Conservation Lands Foundation, is an avid outdoor enthusiast and knows exactly where to get your fall fix. She shares her favorite trails and outdoor spots to soak up the fall vibes with co-host Sarah Lohman. Don’t forget to check for Mt. Charleston trail closures and check out these helpful resources from the Conservation Lands Foundations. Mentioned in this episode: Lee Meadows Fletcher Canyon Lower Bristlecone Trail Ruby Mountains Bryce Canyon Whitney Mesa First Creek Pine Creek Canyon Valley of Fire  Pahranagat National Wildlife Refuge Avi Kwa Ame National Monument Wee Thump Joshua Tree Wilderness Want to get in touch? Follow us @CityCastVegas on Instagram, or email us at lasvegas@citycast.fm. You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719. For more Las Vegas news, make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter, Hey Las Vegas. Looking to advertise on City Cast Las Vegas? Check out our options for podcast and newsletter ads at citycast.fm/advertise. Tue, 10 Sep 2024 10:00:00 -0000 The Best Fall Hikes in Las Vegas full City Cast If fall signifies anything in Las Vegas, it's that we can finally spend extended periods of time outdoors without the fear of heat exhaustion. There are an insane amount of trails to hike in and around our city, but not all of them will give you those fall vibes you might be looking for. With the Cathedral Rock Trail still closed in Mt. Charleston, it's even harder to find fall foliage in our desert. However, Bertha Gutierrez, program director of the Conservation Lands Foundation, is an avid outdoor enthusiast and knows exactly where to get your fall fix. She shares her favorite trails and outdoor spots to soak up the fall vibes with co-host Sarah Lohman. Don’t forget to check for Mt. Charleston trail closures and check out these helpful resources from the Conservation Lands Foundations. Mentioned in this episode: Lee Meadows Fletcher Canyon Lower Bristlecone Trail Ruby Mountains Bryce Canyon Whitney Mesa First Creek Pine Creek Canyon Valley of Fire  Pahranagat National Wildlife Refuge Avi Kwa Ame National Monument Wee Thump Joshua Tree Wilderness Want to get in touch? Follow us @CityCastVegas on Instagram, or email us at lasvegas@citycast.fm. You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719. For more Las Vegas news, make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter, Hey Las Vegas. Looking to advertise on City Cast Las Vegas? Check out our options for podcast and newsletter ads at citycast.fm/advertise. If fall signifies anything in Las Vegas, it's that we can finally spend extended periods of time outdoors without the fear of heat exhaustion. There are an insane amount of trails to hike in and around our city, but not all of them will give you those fall vibes you might be looking for. With the Cathedral Rock Trail still closed in Mt. Charleston, it's even harder to find fall foliage in our desert. However, Bertha Gutierrez, program director of the Conservation Lands Foundation, is an avid outdoor enthusiast and knows exactly where to get your fall fix. She shares her favorite trails and outdoor spots to soak up the fall vibes with co-host Sarah Lohman.

Don’t forget to check for Mt. Charleston trail closures and check out these helpful resources from the Conservation Lands Foundations.

Mentioned in this episode:

Lee Meadows

Fletcher Canyon

Lower Bristlecone Trail

Ruby Mountains

Bryce Canyon

Whitney Mesa

First Creek

Pine Creek Canyon

Valley of Fire 

Pahranagat National Wildlife Refuge

Avi Kwa Ame National Monument

Wee Thump Joshua Tree Wilderness

Want to get in touch? Follow us @CityCastVegas on Instagram, or email us at lasvegas@citycast.fm. You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719.

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]]> 1401 How to Spice Up Your Roadtrip to L.A. https://lasvegas.citycast.fm Most Las Vegans know the drive to Los Angeles all too well. Whether you are escaping the heat warnings (in September?!), visiting family and friends, or wanting to touch the ocean, the 4-hour drive is almost always easier for locals than tourists going the other way. While you think you may know what lies in the desert between the two cities, there’s a lot more than meets the eye! To encourage you to make the most of your next journey, co-hosts Sarah Lohman and Dayvid Figler are joined by Hey Las Vegas editor Rob Kachelriess to share their favorite hidden gems and secrets along the I-15. Heads up: City Cast Las Vegas members get an extended version of this episode that includes even more tips and shocking facts about the Ivanpah Solar Power Facility and Zzyzzx Road! Learn how to become a member at https://membership.citycast.fm/lasvegas  Here's a Google map of the stops mentioned in this episode so you can follow along with us! Learn more about the sponsors of this September 9th episode: Babbel - Get up to 60% off at Babbel.com/CITYCAST Did we miss your favorite stop? Follow us @CityCastVegas on Instagram, or email us at lasvegas@citycast.fm to let us know! You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719. For more Las Vegas news, make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter, Hey Las Vegas. Looking to advertise on City Cast Las Vegas? Check out our options for podcast and newsletter ads at citycast.fm/advertise. Mon, 09 Sep 2024 10:00:00 -0000 How to Spice Up Your Roadtrip to L.A. full City Cast Most Las Vegans know the drive to Los Angeles all too well. Whether you are escaping the heat warnings (in September?!), visiting family and friends, or wanting to touch the ocean, the 4-hour drive is almost always easier for locals than tourists going the other way. While you think you may know what lies in the desert between the two cities, there’s a lot more than meets the eye! To encourage you to make the most of your next journey, co-hosts Sarah Lohman and Dayvid Figler are joined by Hey Las Vegas editor Rob Kachelriess to share their favorite hidden gems and secrets along the I-15. Heads up: City Cast Las Vegas members get an extended version of this episode that includes even more tips and shocking facts about the Ivanpah Solar Power Facility and Zzyzzx Road! Learn how to become a member at https://membership.citycast.fm/lasvegas  Here's a Google map of the stops mentioned in this episode so you can follow along with us! Learn more about the sponsors of this September 9th episode: Babbel - Get up to 60% off at Babbel.com/CITYCAST Did we miss your favorite stop? Follow us @CityCastVegas on Instagram, or email us at lasvegas@citycast.fm to let us know! You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719. For more Las Vegas news, make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter, Hey Las Vegas. Looking to advertise on City Cast Las Vegas? Check out our options for podcast and newsletter ads at citycast.fm/advertise. Most Las Vegans know the drive to Los Angeles all too well. Whether you are escaping the heat warnings (in September?!), visiting family and friends, or wanting to touch the ocean, the 4-hour drive is almost always easier for locals than tourists going the other way. While you think you may know what lies in the desert between the two cities, there’s a lot more than meets the eye! To encourage you to make the most of your next journey, co-hosts Sarah Lohman and Dayvid Figler are joined by Hey Las Vegas editor Rob Kachelriess to share their favorite hidden gems and secrets along the I-15.

Heads up: City Cast Las Vegas members get an extended version of this episode that includes even more tips and shocking facts about the Ivanpah Solar Power Facility and Zzyzzx Road! Learn how to become a member at https://membership.citycast.fm/lasvegas 

Here's a Google map of the stops mentioned in this episode so you can follow along with us!

Learn more about the sponsors of this September 9th episode:

Babbel - Get up to 60% off at Babbel.com/CITYCAST

Did we miss your favorite stop? Follow us @CityCastVegas on Instagram, or email us at lasvegas@citycast.fm to let us know! You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719.

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]]> 1346 F1 Is Back, Baby! Plus, a Regent Gets Messy Online, and Robots Direct To You https://lasvegas.citycast.fm/podcasts Las Vegans are still dealing with the collective PTSD of last year’s F1 construction misery. So with crews beginning to install F1 infrastructure this week, can we really believe them when they say it’s going to be better this year? What are they actually doing differently? Co-host Dayvid Figler is joined by Nevada Current editor April Corbin Girnus and Channel 8 morning anchor John Langeler to discuss. Next up, they tackle Nevada State Board of Regents member Stephanie Goodman’s controversial tweet about Kamala Harris; and whether or not letting food delivery robots venture off-campus is a good idea. Learn more about the sponsors of this September 6th episode: Babbel - Get up to 60% off at Babbel.com/CITYCAST Want to get in touch? Follow us @CityCastVegas on Instagram, or email us at lasvegas@citycast.fm. You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719. For more Las Vegas news, make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter, Hey Las Vegas. Looking to advertise on City Cast Las Vegas? Check out our options for podcast and newsletter ads at citycast.fm/advertise. Fri, 06 Sep 2024 10:00:00 -0000 F1 Is Back, Baby! Plus, a Regent Gets Messy Online, and Robots Direct To You full City Cast Las Vegans are still dealing with the collective PTSD of last year’s F1 construction misery. So with crews beginning to install F1 infrastructure this week, can we really believe them when they say it’s going to be better this year? What are they actually doing differently? Co-host Dayvid Figler is joined by Nevada Current editor April Corbin Girnus and Channel 8 morning anchor John Langeler to discuss. Next up, they tackle Nevada State Board of Regents member Stephanie Goodman’s controversial tweet about Kamala Harris; and whether or not letting food delivery robots venture off-campus is a good idea. Learn more about the sponsors of this September 6th episode: Babbel - Get up to 60% off at Babbel.com/CITYCAST Want to get in touch? Follow us @CityCastVegas on Instagram, or email us at lasvegas@citycast.fm. You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719. For more Las Vegas news, make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter, Hey Las Vegas. Looking to advertise on City Cast Las Vegas? Check out our options for podcast and newsletter ads at citycast.fm/advertise. Las Vegans are still dealing with the collective PTSD of last year’s F1 construction misery. So with crews beginning to install F1 infrastructure this week, can we really believe them when they say it’s going to be better this year? What are they actually doing differently? Co-host Dayvid Figler is joined by Nevada Current editor April Corbin Girnus and Channel 8 morning anchor John Langeler to discuss. Next up, they tackle Nevada State Board of Regents member Stephanie Goodman’s controversial tweet about Kamala Harris; and whether or not letting food delivery robots venture off-campus is a good idea.

Learn more about the sponsors of this September 6th episode:

Babbel - Get up to 60% off at Babbel.com/CITYCAST

Want to get in touch? Follow us @CityCastVegas on Instagram, or email us at lasvegas@citycast.fm. You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719.

For more Las Vegas news, make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter, Hey Las Vegas.

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]]> 2136 The Best BBQ in Vegas https://lasvegas.citycast.fm Las Vegas is a Mecca for various cuisines, but barbecue is one of the most controversial styles that may escape our grasp. While some states and regions can be protective of their barbecue styles, over the years chefs have brought their mastery of the grill to Vegas to create a diverse landscape of different options. To determine whether or not you can find truly great barbecue around town, pitmaster and owner of Girls Can Grill Christie Vanover shares her favorite spots with co-host Sarah Lohman along with the history and what she looks for when judging BBQ competitions. Restaurants mentioned: Virgil’s Real Barbecue Mabel’s BBQ Jessie Rae’s BBQ SoulBelly BBQ John Mull’s Meats & Road Kill Grill Mister Kim’s Korean BBQ Oming’s Kitchen Hog and Tradition Learn more about the sponsors of this September 5th episode:  Babbel - Get up to 60% off at Babbel.com/CITYCAST Want to get in touch? Follow us @CityCastVegas on Instagram, or email us at lasvegas@citycast.fm. You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719. For more Las Vegas news, make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter, Hey Las Vegas. Looking to advertise on City Cast Las Vegas? Check out our options for podcast and newsletter ads at citycast.fm/advertise. Thu, 05 Sep 2024 10:00:00 -0000 The Best BBQ in Vegas full City Cast Las Vegas is a Mecca for various cuisines, but barbecue is one of the most controversial styles that may escape our grasp. While some states and regions can be protective of their barbecue styles, over the years chefs have brought their mastery of the grill to Vegas to create a diverse landscape of different options. To determine whether or not you can find truly great barbecue around town, pitmaster and owner of Girls Can Grill Christie Vanover shares her favorite spots with co-host Sarah Lohman along with the history and what she looks for when judging BBQ competitions. Restaurants mentioned: Virgil’s Real Barbecue Mabel’s BBQ Jessie Rae’s BBQ SoulBelly BBQ John Mull’s Meats & Road Kill Grill Mister Kim’s Korean BBQ Oming’s Kitchen Hog and Tradition Learn more about the sponsors of this September 5th episode:  Babbel - Get up to 60% off at Babbel.com/CITYCAST Want to get in touch? Follow us @CityCastVegas on Instagram, or email us at lasvegas@citycast.fm. You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719. For more Las Vegas news, make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter, Hey Las Vegas. Looking to advertise on City Cast Las Vegas? Check out our options for podcast and newsletter ads at citycast.fm/advertise. Las Vegas is a Mecca for various cuisines, but barbecue is one of the most controversial styles that may escape our grasp. While some states and regions can be protective of their barbecue styles, over the years chefs have brought their mastery of the grill to Vegas to create a diverse landscape of different options. To determine whether or not you can find truly great barbecue around town, pitmaster and owner of Girls Can Grill Christie Vanover shares her favorite spots with co-host Sarah Lohman along with the history and what she looks for when judging BBQ competitions.

Restaurants mentioned:

Virgil’s Real Barbecue

Mabel’s BBQ

Jessie Rae’s BBQ

SoulBelly BBQ

John Mull’s Meats & Road Kill Grill

Mister Kim’s Korean BBQ

Oming’s Kitchen

Hog and Tradition

Learn more about the sponsors of this September 5th episode: 

Babbel - Get up to 60% off at Babbel.com/CITYCAST

Want to get in touch? Follow us @CityCastVegas on Instagram, or email us at lasvegas@citycast.fm. You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719.

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]]> 1356 Why the Badlands Battle Keeps Getting … Badder https://lasvegas.citycast.fm/ Twenty years ago, developer Yohan Lowie bought the Badlands Golf Course — but not everyone was happy about his plans. This kicked off a bitter legal battle that has since embroiled the City of Las Vegas in increasingly expensive lawsuits. So what exactly is going on here, and why is the city now potentially on the hook for nearly half a billion dollars? We’re bringing back a conversation co-host Sarah Lohman had with journalists Darcy Spears and Steve Sebelius earlier this summer that untangles the messy, messy Badlands drama and explains why Badlands will be a hot topic in local elections this fall. Learn more about the sponsors of this September 4th episode: Babbel - Get up to 60% off at Babbel.com/CITYCAST Want to get in touch? Follow us @CityCastVegas on Instagram, or email us at lasvegas@citycast.fm. You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719. For more Las Vegas news, make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter, Hey Las Vegas. Looking to advertise on City Cast Las Vegas? Check out our options for podcast and newsletter ads at citycast.fm/advertise. Wed, 04 Sep 2024 10:00:00 -0000 Why the Badlands Battle Keeps Getting … Badder full City Cast Twenty years ago, developer Yohan Lowie bought the Badlands Golf Course — but not everyone was happy about his plans. This kicked off a bitter legal battle that has since embroiled the City of Las Vegas in increasingly expensive lawsuits. So what exactly is going on here, and why is the city now potentially on the hook for nearly half a billion dollars? We’re bringing back a conversation co-host Sarah Lohman had with journalists Darcy Spears and Steve Sebelius earlier this summer that untangles the messy, messy Badlands drama and explains why Badlands will be a hot topic in local elections this fall. Learn more about the sponsors of this September 4th episode: Babbel - Get up to 60% off at Babbel.com/CITYCAST Want to get in touch? Follow us @CityCastVegas on Instagram, or email us at lasvegas@citycast.fm. You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719. For more Las Vegas news, make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter, Hey Las Vegas. Looking to advertise on City Cast Las Vegas? Check out our options for podcast and newsletter ads at citycast.fm/advertise. Twenty years ago, developer Yohan Lowie bought the Badlands Golf Course — but not everyone was happy about his plans. This kicked off a bitter legal battle that has since embroiled the City of Las Vegas in increasingly expensive lawsuits. So what exactly is going on here, and why is the city now potentially on the hook for nearly half a billion dollars? We’re bringing back a conversation co-host Sarah Lohman had with journalists Darcy Spears and Steve Sebelius earlier this summer that untangles the messy, messy Badlands drama and explains why Badlands will be a hot topic in local elections this fall.

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]]> 1540 How Secure is Nevada’s Election System? https://lasvegas.citycast.fm Just a couple weeks ago, the Nevada Supreme Court issued a non-decision with potentially huge implications for our elections — they declined to compel Washoe County to certify the results of a June primary recount. It gets a little wonky, but the big question coming out of this is: Does this give Nevada counties free rein to just… not certify any election results they don’t like? What does this all bode for November? Today, co-host Dayvid Figler sits down with Nevada Secretary of State Cisco Aguilar for a wide-ranging conversation about election security, the voter ID laws on the ballot this fall, and how we restore faith in our electoral system. Heads up: City Cast Las Vegas members get an extended version of this episode that discusses upcoming legislation, digitalization, translation, and AI in elections. Learn how to become a member at https://membership.citycast.fm/lasvegas  Want to get in touch? Follow us @CityCastVegas on Instagram, or email us at lasvegas@citycast.fm. You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719. For more Las Vegas news, make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter, Hey Las Vegas. Learn more about the sponsors of this September 3rd episode: Babbel - Get up to 60% off at Babbel.com/CITYCAST Looking to advertise on City Cast Las Vegas? Check out our options for podcast and newsletter ads at citycast.fm/advertise. Tue, 03 Sep 2024 10:00:00 -0000 How Secure is Nevada’s Election System? full City Cast Just a couple weeks ago, the Nevada Supreme Court issued a non-decision with potentially huge implications for our elections — they declined to compel Washoe County to certify the results of a June primary recount. It gets a little wonky, but the big question coming out of this is: Does this give Nevada counties free rein to just… not certify any election results they don’t like? What does this all bode for November? Today, co-host Dayvid Figler sits down with Nevada Secretary of State Cisco Aguilar for a wide-ranging conversation about election security, the voter ID laws on the ballot this fall, and how we restore faith in our electoral system. Heads up: City Cast Las Vegas members get an extended version of this episode that discusses upcoming legislation, digitalization, translation, and AI in elections. Learn how to become a member at https://membership.citycast.fm/lasvegas  Want to get in touch? Follow us @CityCastVegas on Instagram, or email us at lasvegas@citycast.fm. You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719. For more Las Vegas news, make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter, Hey Las Vegas. Learn more about the sponsors of this September 3rd episode: Babbel - Get up to 60% off at Babbel.com/CITYCAST Looking to advertise on City Cast Las Vegas? Check out our options for podcast and newsletter ads at citycast.fm/advertise. Just a couple weeks ago, the Nevada Supreme Court issued a non-decision with potentially huge implications for our elections — they declined to compel Washoe County to certify the results of a June primary recount. It gets a little wonky, but the big question coming out of this is: Does this give Nevada counties free rein to just… not certify any election results they don’t like? What does this all bode for November? Today, co-host Dayvid Figler sits down with Nevada Secretary of State Cisco Aguilar for a wide-ranging conversation about election security, the voter ID laws on the ballot this fall, and how we restore faith in our electoral system.

Heads up: City Cast Las Vegas members get an extended version of this episode that discusses upcoming legislation, digitalization, translation, and AI in elections. Learn how to become a member at https://membership.citycast.fm/lasvegas 

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]]> 1457 School Lunch Showdown, Police Say No to the NFL, and MGM Charges for Human Help https://lasvegas.citycast.fm/podcasts Welcome to our Friday news roundup! After a turbulent week in Las Vegas as the Robert Telles murder trial came to a dramatic close on Wednesday, we are welcoming the three-day weekend with the stories you might have missed. Governor Joe Lombardo responds after Nevada Democrats called him out for vetoing a universal free school lunch measure last year as they bring the issue up again for the next legislative session (don’t miss April Corbin Girnus’s excellent op-ed skewering them both). The Las Vegas police union is pushing back against the NFL’s request to include officers in their new facial recognition policy. And lastly, MGM was exposed for charging $15 extra to book a room with a human over the phone. Co-hosts Dayvid Figler and Sarah Lohman are joined by City Cast Las Vegas executive producer Sonja Cho Swanson to discuss. Learn more about the sponsors of this August 30th episode: Black Mountain Institute Want to get in touch? Follow us @CityCastVegas on Instagram, or email us at lasvegas@citycast.fm. You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719. For more Las Vegas news, make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter, Hey Las Vegas. Looking to advertise on City Cast Las Vegas? Check out our options for podcast and newsletter ads at citycast.fm/advertise. Fri, 30 Aug 2024 10:00:00 -0000 School Lunch Showdown, Police Say No to the NFL, and MGM Charges for Human Help full City Cast Welcome to our Friday news roundup! After a turbulent week in Las Vegas as the Robert Telles murder trial came to a dramatic close on Wednesday, we are welcoming the three-day weekend with the stories you might have missed. Governor Joe Lombardo responds after Nevada Democrats called him out for vetoing a universal free school lunch measure last year as they bring the issue up again for the next legislative session (don’t miss April Corbin Girnus’s excellent op-ed skewering them both). The Las Vegas police union is pushing back against the NFL’s request to include officers in their new facial recognition policy. And lastly, MGM was exposed for charging $15 extra to book a room with a human over the phone. Co-hosts Dayvid Figler and Sarah Lohman are joined by City Cast Las Vegas executive producer Sonja Cho Swanson to discuss. Learn more about the sponsors of this August 30th episode: Black Mountain Institute Want to get in touch? Follow us @CityCastVegas on Instagram, or email us at lasvegas@citycast.fm. You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719. For more Las Vegas news, make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter, Hey Las Vegas. Looking to advertise on City Cast Las Vegas? Check out our options for podcast and newsletter ads at citycast.fm/advertise. Welcome to our Friday news roundup! After a turbulent week in Las Vegas as the Robert Telles murder trial came to a dramatic close on Wednesday, we are welcoming the three-day weekend with the stories you might have missed. Governor Joe Lombardo responds after Nevada Democrats called him out for vetoing a universal free school lunch measure last year as they bring the issue up again for the next legislative session (don’t miss April Corbin Girnus’s excellent op-ed skewering them both). The Las Vegas police union is pushing back against the NFL’s request to include officers in their new facial recognition policy. And lastly, MGM was exposed for charging $15 extra to book a room with a human over the phone. Co-hosts Dayvid Figler and Sarah Lohman are joined by City Cast Las Vegas executive producer Sonja Cho Swanson to discuss.

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]]> 1895 Telles is Guilty of Murder. Now What? https://lasvegas.citycast.fm/podcasts One of our city’s most high-profile murder cases has finally come to a close: Almost two years to the day after journalist Jeff German was found stabbed to death outside his home, former Clark County public administrator Robert Telles has been found guilty of his murder. So how exactly did this case come to its conclusion, and what can we learn from its twists and turns? Executive producer Sonja Cho Swanson sits down with co-host Dayvid Figler, a longtime criminal defense attorney, to break it all down. Learn more about the sponsors of this August 29th episode: Black Mountain Institute Want to get in touch? Follow us @CityCastVegas on Instagram, or email us at lasvegas@citycast.fm. You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719. For more Las Vegas news, make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter, Hey Las Vegas. Looking to advertise on City Cast Las Vegas? Check out our options for podcast and newsletter ads at citycast.fm/advertise. Thu, 29 Aug 2024 10:00:00 -0000 Telles is Guilty of Murder. Now What? full City Cast One of our city’s most high-profile murder cases has finally come to a close: Almost two years to the day after journalist Jeff German was found stabbed to death outside his home, former Clark County public administrator Robert Telles has been found guilty of his murder. So how exactly did this case come to its conclusion, and what can we learn from its twists and turns? Executive producer Sonja Cho Swanson sits down with co-host Dayvid Figler, a longtime criminal defense attorney, to break it all down. Learn more about the sponsors of this August 29th episode: Black Mountain Institute Want to get in touch? Follow us @CityCastVegas on Instagram, or email us at lasvegas@citycast.fm. You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719. For more Las Vegas news, make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter, Hey Las Vegas. Looking to advertise on City Cast Las Vegas? Check out our options for podcast and newsletter ads at citycast.fm/advertise. One of our city’s most high-profile murder cases has finally come to a close: Almost two years to the day after journalist Jeff German was found stabbed to death outside his home, former Clark County public administrator Robert Telles has been found guilty of his murder. So how exactly did this case come to its conclusion, and what can we learn from its twists and turns? Executive producer Sonja Cho Swanson sits down with co-host Dayvid Figler, a longtime criminal defense attorney, to break it all down.

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]]> 1384 Your Guide to September in Las Vegas https://lasvegas.citycast.fm 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 Las Vegas community. While some cities gear up for a cozy fall complete with scarves and sweaters, in Vegas, we like to call it our second spring. It’s finally time to start getting outside! From food festival hacks to sustainable shopping, in this episode you’ll hear all the tips and tricks you’ll need to make the most out of your September in Las Vegas. Co-hosts Sarah Lohman and Dayvid Figler are joined by writer Brent Holmes to parse through the month’s highlights as the temps slowly come down. If you agree with Brent that it’s “al fresco time,” don’t miss our previous episode about our favorite patio dining spots around town. Learn more about the sponsors of this August 28th episode: Black Mountain Institute Want to get in touch? Follow us @CityCastVegas on Instagram, or email us at lasvegas@citycast.fm. You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719. For more Las Vegas news, make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter, Hey Las Vegas. Looking to advertise on City Cast Las Vegas? Check out our options for podcast and newsletter ads atcitycast.fm/advertise. Wed, 28 Aug 2024 10:00:00 -0000 Your Guide to September in Las Vegas full City Cast 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 Las Vegas community. While some cities gear up for a cozy fall complete with scarves and sweaters, in Vegas, we like to call it our second spring. It’s finally time to start getting outside! From food festival hacks to sustainable shopping, in this episode you’ll hear all the tips and tricks you’ll need to make the most out of your September in Las Vegas. Co-hosts Sarah Lohman and Dayvid Figler are joined by writer Brent Holmes to parse through the month’s highlights as the temps slowly come down. If you agree with Brent that it’s “al fresco time,” don’t miss our previous episode about our favorite patio dining spots around town. Learn more about the sponsors of this August 28th episode: Black Mountain Institute Want to get in touch? Follow us @CityCastVegas on Instagram, or email us at lasvegas@citycast.fm. You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719. For more Las Vegas news, make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter, Hey Las Vegas. Looking to advertise on City Cast Las Vegas? Check out our options for podcast and newsletter ads atcitycast.fm/advertise. 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 Las Vegas community.

While some cities gear up for a cozy fall complete with scarves and sweaters, in Vegas, we like to call it our second spring. It’s finally time to start getting outside! From food festival hacks to sustainable shopping, in this episode you’ll hear all the tips and tricks you’ll need to make the most out of your September in Las Vegas. Co-hosts Sarah Lohman and Dayvid Figler are joined by writer Brent Holmes to parse through the month’s highlights as the temps slowly come down. If you agree with Brent that it’s “al fresco time,” don’t miss our previous episode about our favorite patio dining spots around town.

Learn more about the sponsors of this August 28th episode: Black Mountain Institute

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]]> 1671 The Secret to Making Friends in Las Vegas https://lasvegas.citycast.fm/podcasts Have you ever felt lonely living in Las Vegas? In a recent study of moving and living trends, we were ranked as the 2nd loneliest city in the United States. And just last year, the U.S. Surgeon General called loneliness a public health epidemic, with 1 in 3 Americans feeling lonely every week. No one is immune to feeling lonely — as it becomes a bigger problem across the country, we tackle just one way to combat that isolation: making friends! That can sound like a daunting task, especially for adults. So today on City Cast Las Vegas, the founder of Black Girl Mixer and “friend concierge” Kailah Orr tells co-host Sarah Lohman the secret to making friends in Las Vegas and its surprising health benefits. Have you ever reserved a parking spot for First Friday? Let us know! Learn more about the sponsors of this August 27th episode: Black Mountain Institute Want to get in touch? Follow us @CityCastVegas on Instagram, or email us at lasvegas@citycast.fm. You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719. For more Las Vegas news, make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter, Hey Las Vegas. Looking to advertise on City Cast Las Vegas? Check out our options for podcast and newsletter ads at citycast.fm/advertise. Tue, 27 Aug 2024 10:00:00 -0000 The Secret to Making Friends in Las Vegas full City Cast Have you ever felt lonely living in Las Vegas? In a recent study of moving and living trends, we were ranked as the 2nd loneliest city in the United States. And just last year, the U.S. Surgeon General called loneliness a public health epidemic, with 1 in 3 Americans feeling lonely every week. No one is immune to feeling lonely — as it becomes a bigger problem across the country, we tackle just one way to combat that isolation: making friends! That can sound like a daunting task, especially for adults. So today on City Cast Las Vegas, the founder of Black Girl Mixer and “friend concierge” Kailah Orr tells co-host Sarah Lohman the secret to making friends in Las Vegas and its surprising health benefits. Have you ever reserved a parking spot for First Friday? Let us know! Learn more about the sponsors of this August 27th episode: Black Mountain Institute Want to get in touch? Follow us @CityCastVegas on Instagram, or email us at lasvegas@citycast.fm. You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719. For more Las Vegas news, make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter, Hey Las Vegas. Looking to advertise on City Cast Las Vegas? Check out our options for podcast and newsletter ads at citycast.fm/advertise. Have you ever felt lonely living in Las Vegas? In a recent study of moving and living trends, we were ranked as the 2nd loneliest city in the United States. And just last year, the U.S. Surgeon General called loneliness a public health epidemic, with 1 in 3 Americans feeling lonely every week. No one is immune to feeling lonely — as it becomes a bigger problem across the country, we tackle just one way to combat that isolation: making friends! That can sound like a daunting task, especially for adults. So today on City Cast Las Vegas, the founder of Black Girl Mixer and “friend concierge” Kailah Orr tells co-host Sarah Lohman the secret to making friends in Las Vegas and its surprising health benefits.

Have you ever reserved a parking spot for First Friday? Let us know!

Learn more about the sponsors of this August 27th episode: Black Mountain Institute

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]]> 1269 Does Vegas Need Universal School Lunch? https://lasvegas.citycast.fm As the national debate over free school meals for all students heats up, Nevada Democrats are also putting pressure on Governor Joe Lombardo. The governor vetoed a universal school lunch measure last year, but assembly members have recently submitted a bill draft request to get it back on the agenda in time for next year’s legislative session. Governor Lombardo shot back saying despite his veto, there is still a path for free food for students in need. To break down the issue at its core, we are revisiting a conversation with food justice advocate Kim Foster. She tells co-host Dayvid Figler about the impact free school meals have on Las Vegas families and the pitfalls of our current system for providing food in schools. Learn more about the sponsors of this August 26th episode: Black Mountain Institute Want to get in touch? Follow us @CityCastVegas on Instagram, or email us at lasvegas@citycast.fm. You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719. For more Las Vegas news, make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter, Hey Las Vegas. Looking to advertise on City Cast Las Vegas? Check out our options for podcast and newsletter ads at citycast.fm/advertise. Mon, 26 Aug 2024 10:00:00 -0000 Does Vegas Need Universal School Lunch? full City Cast As the national debate over free school meals for all students heats up, Nevada Democrats are also putting pressure on Governor Joe Lombardo. The governor vetoed a universal school lunch measure last year, but assembly members have recently submitted a bill draft request to get it back on the agenda in time for next year’s legislative session. Governor Lombardo shot back saying despite his veto, there is still a path for free food for students in need. To break down the issue at its core, we are revisiting a conversation with food justice advocate Kim Foster. She tells co-host Dayvid Figler about the impact free school meals have on Las Vegas families and the pitfalls of our current system for providing food in schools. Learn more about the sponsors of this August 26th episode: Black Mountain Institute Want to get in touch? Follow us @CityCastVegas on Instagram, or email us at lasvegas@citycast.fm. You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719. For more Las Vegas news, make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter, Hey Las Vegas. Looking to advertise on City Cast Las Vegas? Check out our options for podcast and newsletter ads at citycast.fm/advertise. As the national debate over free school meals for all students heats up, Nevada Democrats are also putting pressure on Governor Joe Lombardo. The governor vetoed a universal school lunch measure last year, but assembly members have recently submitted a bill draft request to get it back on the agenda in time for next year’s legislative session. Governor Lombardo shot back saying despite his veto, there is still a path for free food for students in need. To break down the issue at its core, we are revisiting a conversation with food justice advocate Kim Foster. She tells co-host Dayvid Figler about the impact free school meals have on Las Vegas families and the pitfalls of our current system for providing food in schools.

Learn more about the sponsors of this August 26th episode: Black Mountain Institute

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]]> 1263 The Venetian Goes Union, Curbing Slumlords, and the Best Vegas Sunsets https://lasvegas.citycast.fm Completing their infinity stone glove of the Strip, Culinary 226 has announced a tentative union contract with the Venetian and the Palazzo, the last two major casino holdouts on the Strip. So what now? Co-hosts Sarah Lohman and Dayvid Figler are joined by Nevada Current journalist Michael MJ Lyle to discuss. Next up, the team talks about slumlords and a new County proposal that could hold them more accountable, and wraps up with the not-so-surprising “study” that Las Vegas has the 19th-best sunsets in the world. (And correction: it’s actually a well-known fact that our sunsets are first-best.) Want to get in touch? Follow us @CityCastVegas on Instagram, or email us at lasvegas@citycast.fm. You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719. For more Las Vegas news, make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter, Hey Las Vegas. Looking to advertise on City Cast Las Vegas? Check out our options for podcast and newsletter ads at citycast.fm/advertise. Fri, 23 Aug 2024 10:00:00 -0000 The Venetian Goes Union, Curbing Slumlords, and the Best Vegas Sunsets full City Cast Completing their infinity stone glove of the Strip, Culinary 226 has announced a tentative union contract with the Venetian and the Palazzo, the last two major casino holdouts on the Strip. So what now? Co-hosts Sarah Lohman and Dayvid Figler are joined by Nevada Current journalist Michael MJ Lyle to discuss. Next up, the team talks about slumlords and a new County proposal that could hold them more accountable, and wraps up with the not-so-surprising “study” that Las Vegas has the 19th-best sunsets in the world. (And correction: it’s actually a well-known fact that our sunsets are first-best.) Want to get in touch? Follow us @CityCastVegas on Instagram, or email us at lasvegas@citycast.fm. You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719. For more Las Vegas news, make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter, Hey Las Vegas. Looking to advertise on City Cast Las Vegas? Check out our options for podcast and newsletter ads at citycast.fm/advertise. Completing their infinity stone glove of the Strip, Culinary 226 has announced a tentative union contract with the Venetian and the Palazzo, the last two major casino holdouts on the Strip. So what now? Co-hosts Sarah Lohman and Dayvid Figler are joined by Nevada Current journalist Michael MJ Lyle to discuss. Next up, the team talks about slumlords and a new County proposal that could hold them more accountable, and wraps up with the not-so-surprising “study” that Las Vegas has the 19th-best sunsets in the world. (And correction: it’s actually a well-known fact that our sunsets are first-best.)

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]]> 2073 Is the Vegas Buffet Alive and Well After All? https://lasvegas.citycast.fm/podcasts Dozens of Las Vegas buffets became casualties of the pandemic, but those that remain have found ways to adapt and thrive — even in this era of the rise of food halls. Eater Las Vegas editor Janna Karel spent a week recently eating at every buffet on the Strip, and she joins City Cast Las Vegas co-host Dayvid Figler to talk about the best, worst, and weirdest buffets she tried, and the future of the city’s buffet scene. Want to get in touch? Follow us @CityCastVegas on Instagram, or email us at lasvegas@citycast.fm. You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719. For more Las Vegas news, make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter, Hey Las Vegas. Looking to advertise on City Cast Las Vegas? Check out our options for podcast and newsletter ads at citycast.fm/advertise. Thu, 22 Aug 2024 10:00:00 -0000 Is the Vegas Buffet Alive and Well After All? full City Cast Dozens of Las Vegas buffets became casualties of the pandemic, but those that remain have found ways to adapt and thrive — even in this era of the rise of food halls. Eater Las Vegas editor Janna Karel spent a week recently eating at every buffet on the Strip, and she joins City Cast Las Vegas co-host Dayvid Figler to talk about the best, worst, and weirdest buffets she tried, and the future of the city’s buffet scene. Want to get in touch? Follow us @CityCastVegas on Instagram, or email us at lasvegas@citycast.fm. You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719. For more Las Vegas news, make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter, Hey Las Vegas. Looking to advertise on City Cast Las Vegas? Check out our options for podcast and newsletter ads at citycast.fm/advertise. Dozens of Las Vegas buffets became casualties of the pandemic, but those that remain have found ways to adapt and thrive — even in this era of the rise of food halls. Eater Las Vegas editor Janna Karel spent a week recently eating at every buffet on the Strip, and she joins City Cast Las Vegas co-host Dayvid Figler to talk about the best, worst, and weirdest buffets she tried, and the future of the city’s buffet scene.

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]]> 1269 New Water Cuts Are Here. Is Vegas Okay? https://lasvegas.citycast.fm On Thursday, the federal government came out with its annual Colorado River water cuts: To maintain levels at Lake Mead and Lake Powell, Arizona will lose 18% of its allocation, California will lose 7%, Nevada will lose 7%, and Mexico will lose 5%. We’re on a water diet, y’all! But how will this affect Las Vegas? Why are the headlines so confusing, and how worried should we actually be? Co-host Dayvid Figler gets the real deal from environmental reporter Daniel Rothberg. Want to get in touch? Follow us @CityCastVegas on Instagram, or email us at lasvegas@citycast.fm. You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719. For more Las Vegas news, make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter, Hey Las Vegas. Looking to advertise on City Cast Las Vegas? Check out our options for podcast and newsletter ads at citycast.fm/advertise. Wed, 21 Aug 2024 10:00:00 -0000 New Water Cuts Are Here. Is Vegas Okay? full City Cast On Thursday, the federal government came out with its annual Colorado River water cuts: To maintain levels at Lake Mead and Lake Powell, Arizona will lose 18% of its allocation, California will lose 7%, Nevada will lose 7%, and Mexico will lose 5%. We’re on a water diet, y’all! But how will this affect Las Vegas? Why are the headlines so confusing, and how worried should we actually be? Co-host Dayvid Figler gets the real deal from environmental reporter Daniel Rothberg. Want to get in touch? Follow us @CityCastVegas on Instagram, or email us at lasvegas@citycast.fm. You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719. For more Las Vegas news, make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter, Hey Las Vegas. Looking to advertise on City Cast Las Vegas? Check out our options for podcast and newsletter ads at citycast.fm/advertise. On Thursday, the federal government came out with its annual Colorado River water cuts: To maintain levels at Lake Mead and Lake Powell, Arizona will lose 18% of its allocation, California will lose 7%, Nevada will lose 7%, and Mexico will lose 5%. We’re on a water diet, y’all! But how will this affect Las Vegas? Why are the headlines so confusing, and how worried should we actually be? Co-host Dayvid Figler gets the real deal from environmental reporter Daniel Rothberg.

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]]> 1261 What Happened to Our 24-Hour City? https://lasvegas.citycast.fm/ If any town deserves the moniker of “City Who Never Sleeps,” it’s clearly Las Vegas — city of entertainers, graveyard shift workers, and all the industries that cater to them. But are we losing our 24/7 edge? Co-host Dayvid Figler brings back a conversation with longtime local Brent Holmes about the 24-hour venues we’ve lost, the ones we still have, and why nightlife is the best life. Want to get in touch? Follow us @CityCastVegas on Instagram, or email us at lasvegas@citycast.fm. You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719. For more Las Vegas news, make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter, Hey Las Vegas. Looking to advertise on City Cast Las Vegas? Check out our options for podcast and newsletter ads at citycast.fm/advertise. Tue, 20 Aug 2024 10:00:00 -0000 What Happened to Our 24-Hour City? full City Cast If any town deserves the moniker of “City Who Never Sleeps,” it’s clearly Las Vegas — city of entertainers, graveyard shift workers, and all the industries that cater to them. But are we losing our 24/7 edge? Co-host Dayvid Figler brings back a conversation with longtime local Brent Holmes about the 24-hour venues we’ve lost, the ones we still have, and why nightlife is the best life. Want to get in touch? Follow us @CityCastVegas on Instagram, or email us at lasvegas@citycast.fm. You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719. For more Las Vegas news, make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter, Hey Las Vegas. Looking to advertise on City Cast Las Vegas? Check out our options for podcast and newsletter ads at citycast.fm/advertise. If any town deserves the moniker of “City Who Never Sleeps,” it’s clearly Las Vegas — city of entertainers, graveyard shift workers, and all the industries that cater to them. But are we losing our 24/7 edge? Co-host Dayvid Figler brings back a conversation with longtime local Brent Holmes about the 24-hour venues we’ve lost, the ones we still have, and why nightlife is the best life.

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]]> 1225 What Culinary Really Thinks of “No Taxes on Tips” https://lasvegas.citycast.fm When presidential candidate Donald Trump proposed “no taxes on tips” in Las Vegas this June, the mighty Culinary Union responded with deep skepticism. But now that a bipartisan bill has been introduced to Congress and Kamala Harris has endorsed the measure, they’ve come out in favor. So is this all just politicking? What about economists’ concerns about the impact of “no taxes on tips,” and why aren’t we talking about the problem with tipping culture to begin with? Co-host Dayvid Figler sits down with Culinary 226 Secretary-Treasurer Ted Pappageorge to get his insider take on why they support the policy and where they hope it goes. Want to get in touch? Follow us @CityCastVegas on Instagram, or email us at lasvegas@citycast.fm. You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719. For more Las Vegas news, make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter, Hey Las Vegas. Looking to advertise on City Cast Las Vegas? Check out our options for podcast and newsletter ads at citycast.fm/advertise. Mon, 19 Aug 2024 10:00:00 -0000 What Culinary Really Thinks of “No Taxes on Tips” full City Cast When presidential candidate Donald Trump proposed “no taxes on tips” in Las Vegas this June, the mighty Culinary Union responded with deep skepticism. But now that a bipartisan bill has been introduced to Congress and Kamala Harris has endorsed the measure, they’ve come out in favor. So is this all just politicking? What about economists’ concerns about the impact of “no taxes on tips,” and why aren’t we talking about the problem with tipping culture to begin with? Co-host Dayvid Figler sits down with Culinary 226 Secretary-Treasurer Ted Pappageorge to get his insider take on why they support the policy and where they hope it goes. Want to get in touch? Follow us @CityCastVegas on Instagram, or email us at lasvegas@citycast.fm. You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719. For more Las Vegas news, make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter, Hey Las Vegas. Looking to advertise on City Cast Las Vegas? Check out our options for podcast and newsletter ads at citycast.fm/advertise. When presidential candidate Donald Trump proposed “no taxes on tips” in Las Vegas this June, the mighty Culinary Union responded with deep skepticism. But now that a bipartisan bill has been introduced to Congress and Kamala Harris has endorsed the measure, they’ve come out in favor. So is this all just politicking? What about economists’ concerns about the impact of “no taxes on tips,” and why aren’t we talking about the problem with tipping culture to begin with? Co-host Dayvid Figler sits down with Culinary 226 Secretary-Treasurer Ted Pappageorge to get his insider take on why they support the policy and where they hope it goes.

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]]> 1424 The Sphere Gets Loud, Why Heat Deaths Doubled, and the Aces Get Sued https://lasvegas.citycast.fm/podcasts Summer may be winding down in some places as the school year begins, but we’re still going strong here in Las Vegas. For this Friday’s weekly news roundup, the summer heat is taking its toll on locals as heat-related deaths spike this year, a former player is suing our champion Las Vegas Aces for discrimination, and residents complain the Sphere’s new sound feature is way too loud. Co-host Dayvid Figler is joined by food and justice advocate Kim Foster and City Cast executive producer Sonja Cho Swanson to add context and discuss this week’s headlines. Want to get in touch? Follow us @CityCastVegas on Instagram, or email us at lasvegas@citycast.fm. You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719. For more Las Vegas news, make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter, Hey Las Vegas. Looking to advertise on City Cast Las Vegas? Check out our options for podcast and newsletter ads at citycast.fm/advertise. Fri, 16 Aug 2024 10:00:00 -0000 The Sphere Gets Loud, Why Heat Deaths Doubled, and the Aces Get Sued full City Cast Summer may be winding down in some places as the school year begins, but we’re still going strong here in Las Vegas. For this Friday’s weekly news roundup, the summer heat is taking its toll on locals as heat-related deaths spike this year, a former player is suing our champion Las Vegas Aces for discrimination, and residents complain the Sphere’s new sound feature is way too loud. Co-host Dayvid Figler is joined by food and justice advocate Kim Foster and City Cast executive producer Sonja Cho Swanson to add context and discuss this week’s headlines. Want to get in touch? Follow us @CityCastVegas on Instagram, or email us at lasvegas@citycast.fm. You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719. For more Las Vegas news, make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter, Hey Las Vegas. Looking to advertise on City Cast Las Vegas? Check out our options for podcast and newsletter ads at citycast.fm/advertise. Summer may be winding down in some places as the school year begins, but we’re still going strong here in Las Vegas. For this Friday’s weekly news roundup, the summer heat is taking its toll on locals as heat-related deaths spike this year, a former player is suing our champion Las Vegas Aces for discrimination, and residents complain the Sphere’s new sound feature is way too loud. Co-host Dayvid Figler is joined by food and justice advocate Kim Foster and City Cast executive producer Sonja Cho Swanson to add context and discuss this week’s headlines.

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]]> 2239 Has Vegas Hit Peak Caviar? https://lasvegas.citycast.fm Caviar — it’s the latest culinary status symbol, the padding on your dinner bill, the glittering cherry on top of your Vegas vacation Instagram posts. But with caviar showing up on donuts, hot dogs, and even ice cream … has caviar in Vegas gone too far? Executive producer Sonja Cho Swanson sits down with food critics John Curtas of the Eat, Talk, Repeat podcast and Gemini Stevens of the Food and Loathing podcast to talk about the latest crimes against caviar in our city of excess, and which restaurants are actually doing it right. Want to get in touch? Follow us @CityCastVegas on Instagram, or email us at lasvegas@citycast.fm. You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719. For more Las Vegas news, make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter, Hey Las Vegas. Looking to advertise on City Cast Las Vegas? Check out our options for podcast and newsletter ads at citycast.fm/advertise. Thu, 15 Aug 2024 10:00:00 -0000 Has Vegas Hit Peak Caviar? full City Cast Caviar — it’s the latest culinary status symbol, the padding on your dinner bill, the glittering cherry on top of your Vegas vacation Instagram posts. But with caviar showing up on donuts, hot dogs, and even ice cream … has caviar in Vegas gone too far? Executive producer Sonja Cho Swanson sits down with food critics John Curtas of the Eat, Talk, Repeat podcast and Gemini Stevens of the Food and Loathing podcast to talk about the latest crimes against caviar in our city of excess, and which restaurants are actually doing it right. Want to get in touch? Follow us @CityCastVegas on Instagram, or email us at lasvegas@citycast.fm. You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719. For more Las Vegas news, make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter, Hey Las Vegas. Looking to advertise on City Cast Las Vegas? Check out our options for podcast and newsletter ads at citycast.fm/advertise. Caviar — it’s the latest culinary status symbol, the padding on your dinner bill, the glittering cherry on top of your Vegas vacation Instagram posts. But with caviar showing up on donuts, hot dogs, and even ice cream … has caviar in Vegas gone too far? Executive producer Sonja Cho Swanson sits down with food critics John Curtas of the Eat, Talk, Repeat podcast and Gemini Stevens of the Food and Loathing podcast to talk about the latest crimes against caviar in our city of excess, and which restaurants are actually doing it right.

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]]> 1516 Whatever Happened to that Airbnb Dispute, the Badlands Payouts, and Mt. Charleston’s School? https://lasvegas.citycast.fm/podcasts Just because the news cycle has moved on doesn’t mean our communities have, too — so what’s the latest on some of the biggest stories of the last year? Today, we’re trying something new and catching you up on the latest developments in three big stories we’ve previously covered on the show: The status of short-term rentals in Clark County and their Supreme Court limbo; the newest real-world impacts of the City of Las Vegas’ Badlands lawsuit payouts; and the school board’s latest decision on the fate of tiny Lundy Elementary School on Mt. Charleston, one year after Hurricane Hilary battered the mountain. Executive producer Sonja Cho Swanson and co-host Dayvid Figler sit down to discuss. You can find Darcy Spears’ story on the latest Badlands payouts here. Want to get in touch? Follow us @CityCastVegas on Instagram, or email us at lasvegas@citycast.fm. You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719. For more Las Vegas news, make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter, Hey Las Vegas. Looking to advertise on City Cast Las Vegas? Check out our options for podcast and newsletter ads at citycast.fm/advertise. Wed, 14 Aug 2024 10:00:00 -0000 Whatever Happened to that Airbnb Dispute, the Badlands Payouts, and Mt. Charleston’s School? full City Cast Just because the news cycle has moved on doesn’t mean our communities have, too — so what’s the latest on some of the biggest stories of the last year? Today, we’re trying something new and catching you up on the latest developments in three big stories we’ve previously covered on the show: The status of short-term rentals in Clark County and their Supreme Court limbo; the newest real-world impacts of the City of Las Vegas’ Badlands lawsuit payouts; and the school board’s latest decision on the fate of tiny Lundy Elementary School on Mt. Charleston, one year after Hurricane Hilary battered the mountain. Executive producer Sonja Cho Swanson and co-host Dayvid Figler sit down to discuss. You can find Darcy Spears’ story on the latest Badlands payouts here. Want to get in touch? Follow us @CityCastVegas on Instagram, or email us at lasvegas@citycast.fm. You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719. For more Las Vegas news, make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter, Hey Las Vegas. Looking to advertise on City Cast Las Vegas? Check out our options for podcast and newsletter ads at citycast.fm/advertise. Just because the news cycle has moved on doesn’t mean our communities have, too — so what’s the latest on some of the biggest stories of the last year? Today, we’re trying something new and catching you up on the latest developments in three big stories we’ve previously covered on the show: The status of short-term rentals in Clark County and their Supreme Court limbo; the newest real-world impacts of the City of Las Vegas’ Badlands lawsuit payouts; and the school board’s latest decision on the fate of tiny Lundy Elementary School on Mt. Charleston, one year after Hurricane Hilary battered the mountain. Executive producer Sonja Cho Swanson and co-host Dayvid Figler sit down to discuss.

You can find Darcy Spears’ story on the latest Badlands payouts here.

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]]> 1390 The Best (and Weirdest) Mascots in Las Vegas https://lasvegas.citycast.fm/podcasts Even though professional sport teams are fairly new to Las Vegas, mascots are not. Whether they are at schools or attached to local businesses, mascots have been bringing joy (and fear) to locals for decades. Co-hosts Dayvid Figler and Sarah Lohman are joined by former mascot and Nevada Current journalist April Corbin Girnus to discuss the best mascots in Las Vegas and the purpose that they serve. Want to get in touch? Follow us @CityCastVegas on Instagram, or email us at lasvegas@citycast.fm. You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719. For more Las Vegas news, make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter, Hey Las Vegas. Looking to advertise on City Cast Las Vegas? Check out our options for podcast and newsletter ads at citycast.fm/advertise. Tue, 13 Aug 2024 10:00:00 -0000 The Best (and Weirdest) Mascots in Las Vegas full City Cast Even though professional sport teams are fairly new to Las Vegas, mascots are not. Whether they are at schools or attached to local businesses, mascots have been bringing joy (and fear) to locals for decades. Co-hosts Dayvid Figler and Sarah Lohman are joined by former mascot and Nevada Current journalist April Corbin Girnus to discuss the best mascots in Las Vegas and the purpose that they serve. Want to get in touch? Follow us @CityCastVegas on Instagram, or email us at lasvegas@citycast.fm. You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719. For more Las Vegas news, make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter, Hey Las Vegas. Looking to advertise on City Cast Las Vegas? Check out our options for podcast and newsletter ads at citycast.fm/advertise. Even though professional sport teams are fairly new to Las Vegas, mascots are not. Whether they are at schools or attached to local businesses, mascots have been bringing joy (and fear) to locals for decades. Co-hosts Dayvid Figler and Sarah Lohman are joined by former mascot and Nevada Current journalist April Corbin Girnus to discuss the best mascots in Las Vegas and the purpose that they serve.

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]]> 1437 Time is Running Out for Your Ornamental Grass https://lasvegas.citycast.fm/podcasts No one would describe Vegas as a green place, but you might notice the city looking even more desert-y than usual thanks to AB356. This bill from the 2021 legislative session tackles our low levels in Lake Mead by prohibiting the use of Colorado River water on “nonfunctional turf” in public spaces by 2027. So what public grass will disappear and how will this affect our water shortage as Vegas gets hotter and more crowded? Today, we’re revisiting a conversation with co-host Dayvid Figler and JC Davis from the Southern Nevada Water Authority to talk about what exactly “nonfunctional turf” is and why JC thinks AB356 is critical for the future of Las Vegas. Want to get in touch? Follow us @CityCastVegas on Instagram, or email us at lasvegas@citycast.fm. You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719. For more Las Vegas news, make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter, Hey Las Vegas. Looking to advertise on City Cast Las Vegas? Check out our options for podcast and newsletter ads at citycast.fm/advertise. Mon, 12 Aug 2024 10:00:00 -0000 Time is Running Out for Your Ornamental Grass full City Cast No one would describe Vegas as a green place, but you might notice the city looking even more desert-y than usual thanks to AB356. This bill from the 2021 legislative session tackles our low levels in Lake Mead by prohibiting the use of Colorado River water on “nonfunctional turf” in public spaces by 2027. So what public grass will disappear and how will this affect our water shortage as Vegas gets hotter and more crowded? Today, we’re revisiting a conversation with co-host Dayvid Figler and JC Davis from the Southern Nevada Water Authority to talk about what exactly “nonfunctional turf” is and why JC thinks AB356 is critical for the future of Las Vegas. Want to get in touch? Follow us @CityCastVegas on Instagram, or email us at lasvegas@citycast.fm. You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719. For more Las Vegas news, make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter, Hey Las Vegas. Looking to advertise on City Cast Las Vegas? Check out our options for podcast and newsletter ads at citycast.fm/advertise. No one would describe Vegas as a green place, but you might notice the city looking even more desert-y than usual thanks to AB356. This bill from the 2021 legislative session tackles our low levels in Lake Mead by prohibiting the use of Colorado River water on “nonfunctional turf” in public spaces by 2027. So what public grass will disappear and how will this affect our water shortage as Vegas gets hotter and more crowded? Today, we’re revisiting a conversation with co-host Dayvid Figler and JC Davis from the Southern Nevada Water Authority to talk about what exactly “nonfunctional turf” is and why JC thinks AB356 is critical for the future of Las Vegas.

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]]> 1269 New School Safety Measures, Hackers in Vegas, and Even More 1-15 Construction https://lasvegas.citycast.fm Ahead of the new school year starting this Monday, Clark County School District police and other officials held a press conference highlighting new safety measures they have planned, including cell phone pouches, social workers, and new scanners that can detect even non-metal weapons. Is it all just a bit … too much? Co-hosts Sarah Lohman and Dayvid Figler are joined by TheList.Vegas creator Andrew Kiraly to discuss. Next, they get into Resorts World’s baffling implication that mandatory “non-intrusive” visual inspections of guest hotel rooms will somehow keep us safe from all the hackers in town for two hacker conferences, and lastly (oh joy), even more construction on the I-15. Want to get in touch? Follow us @CityCastVegas on Instagram, or email us at lasvegas@citycast.fm. You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719. For more Las Vegas news, make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter, Hey Las Vegas. Looking to advertise on City Cast Las Vegas? Check out our options for podcast and newsletter ads at citycast.fm/advertise. Fri, 09 Aug 2024 10:00:00 -0000 New School Safety Measures, Hackers in Vegas, and Even More 1-15 Construction full City Cast Ahead of the new school year starting this Monday, Clark County School District police and other officials held a press conference highlighting new safety measures they have planned, including cell phone pouches, social workers, and new scanners that can detect even non-metal weapons. Is it all just a bit … too much? Co-hosts Sarah Lohman and Dayvid Figler are joined by TheList.Vegas creator Andrew Kiraly to discuss. Next, they get into Resorts World’s baffling implication that mandatory “non-intrusive” visual inspections of guest hotel rooms will somehow keep us safe from all the hackers in town for two hacker conferences, and lastly (oh joy), even more construction on the I-15. Want to get in touch? Follow us @CityCastVegas on Instagram, or email us at lasvegas@citycast.fm. You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719. For more Las Vegas news, make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter, Hey Las Vegas. Looking to advertise on City Cast Las Vegas? Check out our options for podcast and newsletter ads at citycast.fm/advertise. Ahead of the new school year starting this Monday, Clark County School District police and other officials held a press conference highlighting new safety measures they have planned, including cell phone pouches, social workers, and new scanners that can detect even non-metal weapons. Is it all just a bit … too much? Co-hosts Sarah Lohman and Dayvid Figler are joined by TheList.Vegas creator Andrew Kiraly to discuss. Next, they get into Resorts World’s baffling implication that mandatory “non-intrusive” visual inspections of guest hotel rooms will somehow keep us safe from all the hackers in town for two hacker conferences, and lastly (oh joy), even more construction on the I-15.

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]]> 1800 How Tiki Got Huge in Vegas https://lasvegas.citycast.fm/podcasts Tiki bars are classic Americana — the mai tais, plastic leis, and faux-tropical decor are embedded into our culinary history. But why and how? Co-host Dayvid Figler and Sarah Lohman, a culinary historian, take a deep dive into Las Vegas history to talk about how tiki came to Vegas, the right (and wrong) ways to do it, and where to treat yourself to an excellent rum punch today. Is it possible that Vegas, with our penchant for transportive flair, is actually doing tiki better than anywhere else in America? Read the L.A. Times article about tiki and appropriation that Sarah cites here. Want to get in touch? Follow us @CityCastVegas on Instagram, or email us at lasvegas@citycast.fm. You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719. For more Las Vegas news, make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter, Hey Las Vegas. Looking to advertise on City Cast Las Vegas? Check out our options for podcast and newsletter ads at citycast.fm/advertise. Thu, 08 Aug 2024 10:00:00 -0000 How Tiki Got Huge in Vegas full City Cast Tiki bars are classic Americana — the mai tais, plastic leis, and faux-tropical decor are embedded into our culinary history. But why and how? Co-host Dayvid Figler and Sarah Lohman, a culinary historian, take a deep dive into Las Vegas history to talk about how tiki came to Vegas, the right (and wrong) ways to do it, and where to treat yourself to an excellent rum punch today. Is it possible that Vegas, with our penchant for transportive flair, is actually doing tiki better than anywhere else in America? Read the L.A. Times article about tiki and appropriation that Sarah cites here. Want to get in touch? Follow us @CityCastVegas on Instagram, or email us at lasvegas@citycast.fm. You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719. For more Las Vegas news, make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter, Hey Las Vegas. Looking to advertise on City Cast Las Vegas? Check out our options for podcast and newsletter ads at citycast.fm/advertise. Tiki bars are classic Americana — the mai tais, plastic leis, and faux-tropical decor are embedded into our culinary history. But why and how? Co-host Dayvid Figler and Sarah Lohman, a culinary historian, take a deep dive into Las Vegas history to talk about how tiki came to Vegas, the right (and wrong) ways to do it, and where to treat yourself to an excellent rum punch today. Is it possible that Vegas, with our penchant for transportive flair, is actually doing tiki better than anywhere else in America?

Read the L.A. Times article about tiki and appropriation that Sarah cites here.

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]]> 1386 Why the Odds Are Getting Worse for Vegas Gamblers https://lasvegas.citycast.fm/podcasts For the last several years, gaming industry watchers have observed a troubling trend: gambling odds are shifting subtly but surely in the casinos’ favor. It’s small changes, like introducing triple zero roulette (which gives the casino 2% better odds), and big ones, like cutting down on comps and free play. But are the casino analytics machines taking a short-term win with long-term losses? Co-host Dayvid Figler sits down with casino whisperer Scott Roeben, AKA Vital Vegas, to discuss. Want to get in touch? Follow us @CityCastVegas on Instagram, or email us at lasvegas@citycast.fm. You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719. For more Las Vegas news, make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter, Hey Las Vegas. Looking to advertise on City Cast Las Vegas? Check out our options for podcast and newsletter ads at citycast.fm/advertise. Wed, 07 Aug 2024 10:00:00 -0000 Why the Odds Are Getting Worse for Vegas Gamblers full City Cast For the last several years, gaming industry watchers have observed a troubling trend: gambling odds are shifting subtly but surely in the casinos’ favor. It’s small changes, like introducing triple zero roulette (which gives the casino 2% better odds), and big ones, like cutting down on comps and free play. But are the casino analytics machines taking a short-term win with long-term losses? Co-host Dayvid Figler sits down with casino whisperer Scott Roeben, AKA Vital Vegas, to discuss. Want to get in touch? Follow us @CityCastVegas on Instagram, or email us at lasvegas@citycast.fm. You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719. For more Las Vegas news, make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter, Hey Las Vegas. Looking to advertise on City Cast Las Vegas? Check out our options for podcast and newsletter ads at citycast.fm/advertise. For the last several years, gaming industry watchers have observed a troubling trend: gambling odds are shifting subtly but surely in the casinos’ favor. It’s small changes, like introducing triple zero roulette (which gives the casino 2% better odds), and big ones, like cutting down on comps and free play. But are the casino analytics machines taking a short-term win with long-term losses? Co-host Dayvid Figler sits down with casino whisperer Scott Roeben, AKA Vital Vegas, to discuss.

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]]> 1300 Is Laughlin Like Vegas … but Better? https://lasvegas.citycast.fm/ The tiny riverside community of Laughlin is Nevada’s southernmost town (though it’s technically an unincorporated township), and it’s one of our youngest towns, too — so what exactly is there to do here? A lot, it turns out. Hey Las Vegas newsletter editor Rob Kachelriess recently wrote a guide to Laughlin for Thrillist and shares his favorite gems with co-host Dayvid Figler, from casino deals and water sports to a Guy Fieri (yes!) outpost. Is it possible that Laughlin knows how to Vegas … better than Vegas? Want to get in touch? Follow us @CityCastVegas on Instagram, or email us at lasvegas@citycast.fm. You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719. For more Las Vegas news, make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter, Hey Las Vegas. Looking to advertise on City Cast Las Vegas? Check out our options for podcast and newsletter ads at citycast.fm/advertise. Tue, 06 Aug 2024 10:00:00 -0000 Is Laughlin Like Vegas … but Better? full City Cast The tiny riverside community of Laughlin is Nevada’s southernmost town (though it’s technically an unincorporated township), and it’s one of our youngest towns, too — so what exactly is there to do here? A lot, it turns out. Hey Las Vegas newsletter editor Rob Kachelriess recently wrote a guide to Laughlin for Thrillist and shares his favorite gems with co-host Dayvid Figler, from casino deals and water sports to a Guy Fieri (yes!) outpost. Is it possible that Laughlin knows how to Vegas … better than Vegas? Want to get in touch? Follow us @CityCastVegas on Instagram, or email us at lasvegas@citycast.fm. You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719. For more Las Vegas news, make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter, Hey Las Vegas. Looking to advertise on City Cast Las Vegas? Check out our options for podcast and newsletter ads at citycast.fm/advertise. The tiny riverside community of Laughlin is Nevada’s southernmost town (though it’s technically an unincorporated township), and it’s one of our youngest towns, too — so what exactly is there to do here? A lot, it turns out. Hey Las Vegas newsletter editor Rob Kachelriess recently wrote a guide to Laughlin for Thrillist and shares his favorite gems with co-host Dayvid Figler, from casino deals and water sports to a Guy Fieri (yes!) outpost. Is it possible that Laughlin knows how to Vegas … better than Vegas?


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]]> 1392 Should Vegas Have Spent $2 Million on Influencers? https://lasvegas.citycast.fm Las Vegas media outlets are abuzz with the news that our city’s marketing arm, the Las Vegas Convention and Visitors Authority (LVCVA) paid influencers over $2 million in the last couple of years to market the city — and the Authority’s refusal to release all of their payment records. But influencer marketing is par for the course these days, so what makes this initiative so controversial? Today, co-host Dayvid Figler and executive producer talk with local influencer Phil Tzeng about the ins and outs of influencer marketing, how much they get paid, and what kinds of ethical standards influencers should be held to. Want to get in touch? Follow us @CityCastVegas on Instagram, or email us at lasvegas@citycast.fm. You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719. For more Las Vegas news, make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter, Hey Las Vegas. Looking to advertise on City Cast Las Vegas? Check out our options for podcast and newsletter ads at citycast.fm/advertise. Mon, 05 Aug 2024 10:00:00 -0000 Should Vegas Have Spent $2 Million on Influencer Marketing? full City Cast Las Vegas media outlets are abuzz with the news that our city’s marketing arm, the Las Vegas Convention and Visitors Authority (LVCVA) paid influencers over $2 million in the last couple of years to market the city — and the Authority’s refusal to release all of their payment records. But influencer marketing is par for the course these days, so what makes this initiative so controversial? Today, co-host Dayvid Figler and executive producer talk with local influencer Phil Tzeng about the ins and outs of influencer marketing, how much they get paid, and what kinds of ethical standards influencers should be held to. Want to get in touch? Follow us @CityCastVegas on Instagram, or email us at lasvegas@citycast.fm. You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719. For more Las Vegas news, make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter, Hey Las Vegas. Looking to advertise on City Cast Las Vegas? Check out our options for podcast and newsletter ads at citycast.fm/advertise. Las Vegas media outlets are abuzz with the news that our city’s marketing arm, the Las Vegas Convention and Visitors Authority (LVCVA) paid influencers over $2 million in the last couple of years to market the city — and the Authority’s refusal to release all of their payment records. But influencer marketing is par for the course these days, so what makes this initiative so controversial? Today, co-host Dayvid Figler and executive producer talk with local influencer Phil Tzeng about the ins and outs of influencer marketing, how much they get paid, and what kinds of ethical standards influencers should be held to.

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]]> 1503 Voter ID on the Ballot, Restaurant Labor Violations, and JD Vance in Henderson https://lasvegas.citycast.fm/podcasts The Nevada Independent recently broke the news that Las Vegas Sands quietly funded a new ballot initiative to require Nevadans to show ID when voting. So why does that matter? Co-host Dayvid Figler and Sarah Lohman are joined by Nevada Current editor April Corbin Girnus to discuss. Next, the team looks at a recent spate of Department of Labor investigations in Las Vegas restaurants, including Blaze Pizza’s child labor violations, and Juan’s Flaming Fajita and Cantina wage theft fines. And lastly, when JD Vance came to Henderson this week, he mispronounced “Nevada” several times — and no one batted an eye. Why? And what political gaffes would be the worst possible ones to make in Las Vegas, for any hypothetical politician? Want to get in touch? Follow us @CityCastVegas on Instagram, or email us at lasvegas@citycast.fm. You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719. For more Las Vegas news, make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter, Hey Las Vegas. Looking to advertise on City Cast Las Vegas? Check out our options for podcast and newsletter ads at citycast.fm/advertise. Fri, 02 Aug 2024 10:00:00 -0000 Voter ID on the Ballot, Restaurant Labor Violations, and JD Vance in Henderson full City Cast The Nevada Independent recently broke the news that Las Vegas Sands quietly funded a new ballot initiative to require Nevadans to show ID when voting. So why does that matter? Co-host Dayvid Figler and Sarah Lohman are joined by Nevada Current editor April Corbin Girnus to discuss. Next, the team looks at a recent spate of Department of Labor investigations in Las Vegas restaurants, including Blaze Pizza’s child labor violations, and Juan’s Flaming Fajita and Cantina wage theft fines. And lastly, when JD Vance came to Henderson this week, he mispronounced “Nevada” several times — and no one batted an eye. Why? And what political gaffes would be the worst possible ones to make in Las Vegas, for any hypothetical politician? Want to get in touch? Follow us @CityCastVegas on Instagram, or email us at lasvegas@citycast.fm. You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719. For more Las Vegas news, make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter, Hey Las Vegas. Looking to advertise on City Cast Las Vegas? Check out our options for podcast and newsletter ads at citycast.fm/advertise. The Nevada Independent recently broke the news that Las Vegas Sands quietly funded a new ballot initiative to require Nevadans to show ID when voting. So why does that matter? Co-host Dayvid Figler and Sarah Lohman are joined by Nevada Current editor April Corbin Girnus to discuss. Next, the team looks at a recent spate of Department of Labor investigations in Las Vegas restaurants, including Blaze Pizza’s child labor violations, and Juan’s Flaming Fajita and Cantina wage theft fines. And lastly, when JD Vance came to Henderson this week, he mispronounced “Nevada” several times — and no one batted an eye. Why? And what political gaffes would be the worst possible ones to make in Las Vegas, for any hypothetical politician?

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]]> 2082 Why the Breast Milk Industry Is Running Dry in Nevada https://lasvegas.citycast.fm In 2017, Elena Medo, the “mother of the breast milk industry,” moved to Boulder City and set up Medolac, her third breast milk company — a bank that paid women for breast milk donations, and processed sterilized, shelf-stable breast milk for premature babies in hospitals. But paying women for breast milk (rather than receiving it as a donation) is controversial. And after facing lawsuits from a competitor in this fiercely contested industry, Medolac is now shuttered. Medo’s bank is being auctioned off this week. Did Nevada just lose a life-saving resource for hospitalized babies? Or is the for-profit model fundamentally flawed? Co-host Sarah Lohman talks with Elena Medo to learn more about why she started Medolac and what’s next for the industry. Want to get in touch? Follow us @CityCastVegas on Instagram, or email us at lasvegas@citycast.fm. You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719. For more Las Vegas news, make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter, Hey Las Vegas. Looking to advertise on City Cast Las Vegas? Check out our options for podcast and newsletter ads at citycast.fm/advertise. Thu, 01 Aug 2024 10:00:00 -0000 Why the Breast Milk Industry Is Running Dry in Nevada full City Cast In 2017, Elena Medo, the “mother of the breast milk industry,” moved to Boulder City and set up Medolac, her third breast milk company — a bank that paid women for breast milk donations, and processed sterilized, shelf-stable breast milk for premature babies in hospitals. But paying women for breast milk (rather than receiving it as a donation) is controversial. And after facing lawsuits from a competitor in this fiercely contested industry, Medolac is now shuttered. Medo’s bank is being auctioned off this week. Did Nevada just lose a life-saving resource for hospitalized babies? Or is the for-profit model fundamentally flawed? Co-host Sarah Lohman talks with Elena Medo to learn more about why she started Medolac and what’s next for the industry. Want to get in touch? Follow us @CityCastVegas on Instagram, or email us at lasvegas@citycast.fm. You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719. For more Las Vegas news, make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter, Hey Las Vegas. Looking to advertise on City Cast Las Vegas? Check out our options for podcast and newsletter ads at citycast.fm/advertise. In 2017, Elena Medo, the “mother of the breast milk industry,” moved to Boulder City and set up Medolac, her third breast milk company — a bank that paid women for breast milk donations, and processed sterilized, shelf-stable breast milk for premature babies in hospitals. But paying women for breast milk (rather than receiving it as a donation) is controversial. And after facing lawsuits from a competitor in this fiercely contested industry, Medolac is now shuttered. Medo’s bank is being auctioned off this week. Did Nevada just lose a life-saving resource for hospitalized babies? Or is the for-profit model fundamentally flawed? Co-host Sarah Lohman talks with Elena Medo to learn more about why she started Medolac and what’s next for the industry.

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]]> 1282 What Could Project 2025 Mean for Nevadans? https://lasvegas.citycast.fm Project 2025 is a whopping 920-page policy plan created by the Heritage Foundation, a right-wing think tank, with the intention of giving a ready-to-go guidebook to a second Trump administration, if elected. While Trump has denounced the plan, Democrats have turned it into a rallying cry. But what could it mean for Nevadans? Nevada Current reporter Dana Gentry has been going through the plan page by page and recently launched a series of articles about how the proposed plan would affect us — from immigration to LGBTQ rights and more. Want to get in touch? Follow us @CityCastVegas on Instagram, or email us at lasvegas@citycast.fm. You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719. For more Las Vegas news, make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter, Hey Las Vegas. Looking to advertise on City Cast Las Vegas? Check out our options for podcast and newsletter ads at citycast.fm/advertise. Wed, 31 Jul 2024 10:00:00 -0000 What Could Project 2025 Mean for Nevadans? full City Cast Project 2025 is a whopping 920-page policy plan created by the Heritage Foundation, a right-wing think tank, with the intention of giving a ready-to-go guidebook to a second Trump administration, if elected. While Trump has denounced the plan, Democrats have turned it into a rallying cry. But what could it mean for Nevadans? Nevada Current reporter Dana Gentry has been going through the plan page by page and recently launched a series of articles about how the proposed plan would affect us — from immigration to LGBTQ rights and more. Want to get in touch? Follow us @CityCastVegas on Instagram, or email us at lasvegas@citycast.fm. You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719. For more Las Vegas news, make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter, Hey Las Vegas. Looking to advertise on City Cast Las Vegas? Check out our options for podcast and newsletter ads at citycast.fm/advertise. Project 2025 is a whopping 920-page policy plan created by the Heritage Foundation, a right-wing think tank, with the intention of giving a ready-to-go guidebook to a second Trump administration, if elected. While Trump has denounced the plan, Democrats have turned it into a rallying cry. But what could it mean for Nevadans? Nevada Current reporter Dana Gentry has been going through the plan page by page and recently launched a series of articles about how the proposed plan would affect us — from immigration to LGBTQ rights and more.

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]]> 1297 Your Guide to August in Las Vegas https://lasvegas.citycast.fm 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 Las Vegas community. The summer heat takes on a whole new dimension with the arrival of monsoon season this month (learn from our city’s weirdest mascot, Drainger Danger, and “turn around, don’t drown”). But we’ve got loads of other tips for how to make the most of August in this episode, curated by local experts: Our co-hosts Dayvid Figler and Sarah Lohman, plus Melinda Sheckells, editor of The Town: Summerlin magazine. And if you love our picks for bars in this episode, don’t miss our recent episode about the hottest new bars in Vegas. Want to get in touch? Follow us @CityCastVegas on Instagram, or email us at lasvegas@citycast.fm. You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719. For more Las Vegas news, make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter, Hey Las Vegas. Looking to advertise on City Cast Las Vegas? Check out our options for podcast and newsletter ads at citycast.fm/advertise. Tue, 30 Jul 2024 10:00:00 -0000 Your Guide to August in Las Vegas full City Cast 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 Las Vegas community. The summer heat takes on a whole new dimension with the arrival of monsoon season this month (learn from our city’s weirdest mascot, Drainger Danger, and “turn around, don’t drown”). But we’ve got loads of other tips for how to make the most of August in this episode, curated by local experts: Our co-hosts Dayvid Figler and Sarah Lohman, plus Melinda Sheckells, editor of The Town: Summerlin magazine. And if you love our picks for bars in this episode, don’t miss our recent episode about the hottest new bars in Vegas. Want to get in touch? Follow us @CityCastVegas on Instagram, or email us at lasvegas@citycast.fm. You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719. For more Las Vegas news, make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter, Hey Las Vegas. Looking to advertise on City Cast Las Vegas? Check out our options for podcast and newsletter ads at citycast.fm/advertise. 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 Las Vegas community.

The summer heat takes on a whole new dimension with the arrival of monsoon season this month (learn from our city’s weirdest mascot, Drainger Danger, and “turn around, don’t drown”). But we’ve got loads of other tips for how to make the most of August in this episode, curated by local experts: Our co-hosts Dayvid Figler and Sarah Lohman, plus Melinda Sheckells, editor of The Town: Summerlin magazine. And if you love our picks for bars in this episode, don’t miss our recent episode about the hottest new bars in Vegas.

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]]> 1691 Was the Brightline West Groundbreaking Premature? https://lasvegas.citycast.fm In April of this year, on the outskirts of Las Vegas, Brightline West broke ground on what could be the nation’s first true high speed rail to general praise and glowy optimism. But was that premature? Not only is it unclear where half of the $12 billion in projected costs is coming from, but City Cast recently spoke with Nevada-based high speed rail experts who say they have a lot of outstanding safety questions — especially given Brightline’s safety record in Florida. Today, Sarah Lohman sits down with her City Cast co-host Dayvid Figler, who’s been reporting this story and talking to the experts. Want to get in touch? Follow us @CityCastVegas on Instagram, or email us at lasvegas@citycast.fm. You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719. For more Las Vegas news, make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter, Hey Las Vegas. Looking to advertise on City Cast Las Vegas? Check out our options for podcast and newsletter ads at citycast.fm/advertise. Mon, 29 Jul 2024 10:00:00 -0000 Was the Brightline West Groundbreaking Premature? full City Cast In April of this year, on the outskirts of Las Vegas, Brightline West broke ground on what could be the nation’s first true high speed rail to general praise and glowy optimism. But was that premature? Not only is it unclear where half of the $12 billion in projected costs is coming from, but City Cast recently spoke with Nevada-based high speed rail experts who say they have a lot of outstanding safety questions — especially given Brightline’s safety record in Florida. Today, Sarah Lohman sits down with her City Cast co-host Dayvid Figler, who’s been reporting this story and talking to the experts. Want to get in touch? Follow us @CityCastVegas on Instagram, or email us at lasvegas@citycast.fm. You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719. For more Las Vegas news, make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter, Hey Las Vegas. Looking to advertise on City Cast Las Vegas? Check out our options for podcast and newsletter ads at citycast.fm/advertise. In April of this year, on the outskirts of Las Vegas, Brightline West broke ground on what could be the nation’s first true high speed rail to general praise and glowy optimism. But was that premature? Not only is it unclear where half of the $12 billion in projected costs is coming from, but City Cast recently spoke with Nevada-based high speed rail experts who say they have a lot of outstanding safety questions — especially given Brightline’s safety record in Florida. Today, Sarah Lohman sits down with her City Cast co-host Dayvid Figler, who’s been reporting this story and talking to the experts.

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]]> 1480 Elderly Casino Robbers, the Neon Museum’s Big Move, and the Best Biden-Vegas Memes https://lasvegas.citycast.fm/ After news broke that an elderly couple made off with over $600k at the Primm Valley Casino (before being apprehended at their Las Vegas home), the internet basically had two reactions: 1. Awe that someone in their 70s could jump over a casino counter and (almost) get away with this. 2. Depression, because one possible motive cited was the couple’s mounting medical bills. Today, co-hosts Sarah Lohman and Dayvid Figler are joined by Nevada Current reporter Michael MJ Lyle to discuss this news, plus: The Neon Museum’s big move to the Arts District and what this could mean for the Cultural Corridor they’re leaving behind, and the memes and misinformation about Joe Biden’s very last presidential campaign stop, right here in Las Vegas. Learn more about the sponsors of this July 26th episode here: Babbel - Get up to 60% off at Babbel.com/CITYCAST Incogni - Use code CityCast for 55% off the annual plan. Want to get in touch? Follow us @CityCastVegas on Instagram, or email us at lasvegas@citycast.fm. You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719. For more Las Vegas news, make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter, Hey Las Vegas. Looking to advertise on City Cast Las Vegas? Check out our options for podcast and newsletter ads at citycast.fm/advertise. Fri, 26 Jul 2024 10:00:00 -0000 Elderly Casino Robbers, the Neon Museum’s Big Move, and the Best Biden-Vegas Memes full City Cast After news broke that an elderly couple made off with over $600k at the Primm Valley Casino (before being apprehended at their Las Vegas home), the internet basically had two reactions: 1. Awe that someone in their 70s could jump over a casino counter and (almost) get away with this. 2. Depression, because one possible motive cited was the couple’s mounting medical bills. Today, co-hosts Sarah Lohman and Dayvid Figler are joined by Nevada Current reporter Michael MJ Lyle to discuss this news, plus: The Neon Museum’s big move to the Arts District and what this could mean for the Cultural Corridor they’re leaving behind, and the memes and misinformation about Joe Biden’s very last presidential campaign stop, right here in Las Vegas. Learn more about the sponsors of this July 26th episode here: Babbel - Get up to 60% off at Babbel.com/CITYCAST Incogni - Use code CityCast for 55% off the annual plan. Want to get in touch? Follow us @CityCastVegas on Instagram, or email us at lasvegas@citycast.fm. You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719. For more Las Vegas news, make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter, Hey Las Vegas. Looking to advertise on City Cast Las Vegas? Check out our options for podcast and newsletter ads at citycast.fm/advertise. After news broke that an elderly couple made off with over $600k at the Primm Valley Casino (before being apprehended at their Las Vegas home), the internet basically had two reactions: 1. Awe that someone in their 70s could jump over a casino counter and (almost) get away with this. 2. Depression, because one possible motive cited was the couple’s mounting medical bills. Today, co-hosts Sarah Lohman and Dayvid Figler are joined by Nevada Current reporter Michael MJ Lyle to discuss this news, plus: The Neon Museum’s big move to the Arts District and what this could mean for the Cultural Corridor they’re leaving behind, and the memes and misinformation about Joe Biden’s very last presidential campaign stop, right here in Las Vegas.

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]]> 1941 An Insider’s Guide to Vegas Sex Clubs https://lasvegas.citycast.fm As valley residents retreat into air conditioned spaces behind closed doors, one door remains mysterious to most of us here in Las Vegas: Famed local sex club, the Green Door. So what really happens at sex clubs like the Green Door, the Red Rooster, and Whispers? We’re bringing back a conversation that co-host Sarah Lohman had with kink educator and podcast co-host Gemini Stevens, who answers all of our questions about the written and unwritten rules of Vegas sex clubs. Learn more about the sponsors of this July 25th episode here:  Babbel - Get up to 60% off at Babbel.com/CITYCAST Incogni - Use code CityCast for 55% off the annual plan. Want to get in touch? Follow us @CityCastVegas on Instagram, or email us at lasvegas@citycast.fm. You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719. For more Las Vegas news, make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter, Hey Las Vegas. Looking to advertise on City Cast Las Vegas? Check out our options for podcast and newsletter ads at citycast.fm/advertise. Thu, 25 Jul 2024 10:00:00 -0000 An Insider’s Guide to Vegas Sex Clubs full City Cast As valley residents retreat into air conditioned spaces behind closed doors, one door remains mysterious to most of us here in Las Vegas: Famed local sex club, the Green Door. So what really happens at sex clubs like the Green Door, the Red Rooster, and Whispers? We’re bringing back a conversation that co-host Sarah Lohman had with kink educator and podcast co-host Gemini Stevens, who answers all of our questions about the written and unwritten rules of Vegas sex clubs. Learn more about the sponsors of this July 25th episode here:  Babbel - Get up to 60% off at Babbel.com/CITYCAST Incogni - Use code CityCast for 55% off the annual plan. Want to get in touch? Follow us @CityCastVegas on Instagram, or email us at lasvegas@citycast.fm. You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719. For more Las Vegas news, make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter, Hey Las Vegas. Looking to advertise on City Cast Las Vegas? Check out our options for podcast and newsletter ads at citycast.fm/advertise. As valley residents retreat into air conditioned spaces behind closed doors, one door remains mysterious to most of us here in Las Vegas: Famed local sex club, the Green Door. So what really happens at sex clubs like the Green Door, the Red Rooster, and Whispers? We’re bringing back a conversation that co-host Sarah Lohman had with kink educator and podcast co-host Gemini Stevens, who answers all of our questions about the written and unwritten rules of Vegas sex clubs.

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]]> 1382 How to Sound Like a Real Vegas Local https://lasvegas.citycast.fm What are the place names, turns of phrase, and particularly Vegas ways of saying things that mark you as a real local? How do you pronounce “Zzyzx Road” and how has hospitality-speak infiltrated our everyday lingo? Today, co-host Sarah Lohman sits down with lifelong Las Vegans and local artists Brent Holmes and Justin Favela to run through the “right” way to say things in our desert town. For a deep dive into the origins of why we pronounce “Nevada” the way we do, queue up this episode with UNR linguist Valerie Friedland. Learn more about the sponsors of this July 24th episode here: Babbel - Get up to 60% off at Babbel.com/CITYCAST Incogni - Use code CityCast for 55% off the annual plan. Want to get in touch? Follow us @CityCastVegas on Instagram, or email us at lasvegas@citycast.fm. You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719. For more Las Vegas news, make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter here. Wed, 24 Jul 2024 10:00:00 -0000 How to Sound Like a Real Vegas Local full City Cast What are the place names, turns of phrase, and particularly Vegas ways of saying things that mark you as a real local? How do you pronounce “Zzyzx Road” and how has hospitality-speak infiltrated our everyday lingo? Today, co-host Sarah Lohman sits down with lifelong Las Vegans and local artists Brent Holmes and Justin Favela to run through the “right” way to say things in our desert town. For a deep dive into the origins of why we pronounce “Nevada” the way we do, queue up this episode with UNR linguist Valerie Friedland. Learn more about the sponsors of this July 24th episode here: Babbel - Get up to 60% off at Babbel.com/CITYCAST Incogni - Use code CityCast for 55% off the annual plan. Want to get in touch? Follow us @CityCastVegas on Instagram, or email us at lasvegas@citycast.fm. You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719. For more Las Vegas news, make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter here. What are the place names, turns of phrase, and particularly Vegas ways of saying things that mark you as a real local? How do you pronounce “Zzyzx Road” and how has hospitality-speak infiltrated our everyday lingo? Today, co-host Sarah Lohman sits down with lifelong Las Vegans and local artists Brent Holmes and Justin Favela to run through the “right” way to say things in our desert town.

For a deep dive into the origins of why we pronounce “Nevada” the way we do, queue up this episode with UNR linguist Valerie Friedland.

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]]> 1352 What if Clark County Was “Las Vegas County” Instead? https://lasvegas.citycast.fm Earlier this month, Clark County Commission Chairman Tick Segerblom commented on Twitter that the county should change its name to “Las Vegas County,” doubling down on this in a later interview with the Review-Journal. So is Commish Tick right? How does the rocky history of contention between the county and the city of Las Vegas play into Segerblom’s proposal, and who was this Clark fella, anyhow? Today, co-hosts Sarah Lohman and Dayvid Figler sit down with UNLV professor of history Michael Green to discuss. Learn more about the sponsors of this July 23rd episode here: Babbel - Get up to 60% off at Babbel.com/CITYCAST Incogni - Use code CityCast for 55% off the annual plan. Want to get in touch? Follow us @CityCastVegas on Instagram, or email us at lasvegas@citycast.fm. You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719. For more Las Vegas news, make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter here. Tue, 23 Jul 2024 10:00:00 -0000 What if Clark County Was “Las Vegas County” Instead? full City Cast Earlier this month, Clark County Commission Chairman Tick Segerblom commented on Twitter that the county should change its name to “Las Vegas County,” doubling down on this in a later interview with the Review-Journal. So is Commish Tick right? How does the rocky history of contention between the county and the city of Las Vegas play into Segerblom’s proposal, and who was this Clark fella, anyhow? Today, co-hosts Sarah Lohman and Dayvid Figler sit down with UNLV professor of history Michael Green to discuss. Learn more about the sponsors of this July 23rd episode here: Babbel - Get up to 60% off at Babbel.com/CITYCAST Incogni - Use code CityCast for 55% off the annual plan. Want to get in touch? Follow us @CityCastVegas on Instagram, or email us at lasvegas@citycast.fm. You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719. For more Las Vegas news, make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter here. Earlier this month, Clark County Commission Chairman Tick Segerblom commented on Twitter that the county should change its name to “Las Vegas County,” doubling down on this in a later interview with the Review-Journal. So is Commish Tick right? How does the rocky history of contention between the county and the city of Las Vegas play into Segerblom’s proposal, and who was this Clark fella, anyhow? Today, co-hosts Sarah Lohman and Dayvid Figler sit down with UNLV professor of history Michael Green to discuss.

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]]> 1352 How To Have the Best Dam Day in Boulder City https://lasvegas.citycast.fm Just half an hour from downtown Las Vegas, on the way to Hoover Dam, Boulder City feels like a world apart: It’s a charming, tiny town with a walkable historic district, antique shops galore, and Southern Nevada’s only A&W restaurant. (The town’s second traffic light, installed in 1998, was the source of great debate.) But there’s a lot more going on here than meets the eye. Today, co-host Dayvid Figler sits down with Jill Lagan, a third-generation Boulder City resident and CEO of the BC Chamber of Commerce, to talk about what makes life here unique, and how visitors can make the most of their trip to Boulder City. Plus: You’ll hear about a thriller of a bike trail named after a murderous doctor, a new age cult, and BC’s most famous Bighorn sheep. Learn more about the sponsors of this July 22nd episode here: Babbel - Get up to 60% off at Babbel.com/CITYCAST Incogni - Use code CityCast for 55% off the annual plan. Want to get in touch? Follow us @CityCastVegas on Instagram, or email us at lasvegas@citycast.fm. You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719. For more Las Vegas news, make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter here. Mon, 22 Jul 2024 10:00:00 -0000 How To Have the Best Dam Day in Boulder City full City Cast Just half an hour from downtown Las Vegas, on the way to Hoover Dam, Boulder City feels like a world apart: It’s a charming, tiny town with a walkable historic district, antique shops galore, and Southern Nevada’s only A&W restaurant. (The town’s second traffic light, installed in 1998, was the source of great debate.) But there’s a lot more going on here than meets the eye. Today, co-host Dayvid Figler sits down with Jill Lagan, a third-generation Boulder City resident and CEO of the BC Chamber of Commerce, to talk about what makes life here unique, and how visitors can make the most of their trip to Boulder City. Plus: You’ll hear about a thriller of a bike trail named after a murderous doctor, a new age cult, and BC’s most famous Bighorn sheep. Learn more about the sponsors of this July 22nd episode here: Babbel - Get up to 60% off at Babbel.com/CITYCAST Incogni - Use code CityCast for 55% off the annual plan. Want to get in touch? Follow us @CityCastVegas on Instagram, or email us at lasvegas@citycast.fm. You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719. For more Las Vegas news, make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter here. Just half an hour from downtown Las Vegas, on the way to Hoover Dam, Boulder City feels like a world apart: It’s a charming, tiny town with a walkable historic district, antique shops galore, and Southern Nevada’s only A&W restaurant. (The town’s second traffic light, installed in 1998, was the source of great debate.) But there’s a lot more going on here than meets the eye. Today, co-host Dayvid Figler sits down with Jill Lagan, a third-generation Boulder City resident and CEO of the BC Chamber of Commerce, to talk about what makes life here unique, and how visitors can make the most of their trip to Boulder City. Plus: You’ll hear about a thriller of a bike trail named after a murderous doctor, a new age cult, and BC’s most famous Bighorn sheep.

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]]> 1389 Lone Mountain Temple Gets Green Light, Bipartisan Tax Agreement, and Iconic Statues Find a Home https://lasvegas.citycast.fm/podcasts After an eventful week in Las Vegas, we are back for our weekly news roundup. A proposed temple for the Church of Latter-day Saints was approved by the Las Vegas City Council on Wednesday despite loud opposition from neighbors in the northwest area. Also, Senators Cortez Masto and Rosen throw their support behind a bipartisan bill aimed at getting rid of taxes on tipped wages. Lastly, an iconic Siegfried and Roy statue from the Mirage finds a new home! Co-hosts Dayvid Figler and Sarah Lohman are joined by journalist Jacob Solis to break down the headlines. Want to get in touch? Follow us @CityCastVegas on Instagram, or email us at lasvegas@citycast.fm. You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719. For more Las Vegas news, make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter, Hey Las Vegas. Looking to advertise on City Cast Las Vegas? Check out our options for podcast and newsletter ads at citycast.fm/advertise. Fri, 19 Jul 2024 10:00:00 -0000 Lone Mountain Temple Gets Green Light, Bipartisan Tax Agreement, and Iconic Statues Find a Home full City Cast After an eventful week in Las Vegas, we are back for our weekly news roundup. A proposed temple for the Church of Latter-day Saints was approved by the Las Vegas City Council on Wednesday despite loud opposition from neighbors in the northwest area. Also, Senators Cortez Masto and Rosen throw their support behind a bipartisan bill aimed at getting rid of taxes on tipped wages. Lastly, an iconic Siegfried and Roy statue from the Mirage finds a new home! Co-hosts Dayvid Figler and Sarah Lohman are joined by journalist Jacob Solis to break down the headlines. Want to get in touch? Follow us @CityCastVegas on Instagram, or email us at lasvegas@citycast.fm. You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719. For more Las Vegas news, make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter, Hey Las Vegas. Looking to advertise on City Cast Las Vegas? Check out our options for podcast and newsletter ads at citycast.fm/advertise. After an eventful week in Las Vegas, we are back for our weekly news roundup. A proposed temple for the Church of Latter-day Saints was approved by the Las Vegas City Council on Wednesday despite loud opposition from neighbors in the northwest area. Also, Senators Cortez Masto and Rosen throw their support behind a bipartisan bill aimed at getting rid of taxes on tipped wages. Lastly, an iconic Siegfried and Roy statue from the Mirage finds a new home! Co-hosts Dayvid Figler and Sarah Lohman are joined by journalist Jacob Solis to break down the headlines.

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]]> 2011 Our Favorite Asian Desserts in Las Vegas https://lasvegas.citycast.fm/ The Asian food scene in Las Vegas gives any other American city a run for its money — but when it comes to the vast world of Asian desserts, where to begin? Today, co-host Sarah Lohman sits down with tea sommelier Yukino Aoshima and City Cast executive producer Sonja Cho Swanson to talk about their favorite spots in town to get mochi, red bean shaved ice, tofu pudding, sweet sesame soup, and more. Treats mentioned in the episode: Milk tea custard bun at 85 Degrees Milk tea ice cream at Scoop LV Yukimi Daifuku mochi ice cream is sometimes available at Asian groceries like Nakata Market, Japan Creek, or International Marketplace Injeolmi at Koreana Rice Cake House (inside Greenland Supermarket) Bingsu at Sul & Beans Kakigori at the Fall Festival on Oct. 12th, 2024 Fruit sando and strawberry shortcake at Pullman Bread Red bean buns and almond cookies at Crown Bakery Japanese soufflé cheesecake and strawberry shortcake at Suzuya Patisserie Ube swirled babka and pandan tres leches at Milkfish Bakeshop (pop-up) “Fish” waffles at SomiSomi Khanom Krok at Lamoon Tofu pudding and dessert soups at Sweet Honey Want to get in touch? Follow us @CityCastVegas on Instagram, or email us at lasvegas@citycast.fm. You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719. For more Las Vegas news, make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter here. Thu, 18 Jul 2024 10:00:00 -0000 Our Favorite Asian Desserts in Las Vegas full City Cast The Asian food scene in Las Vegas gives any other American city a run for its money — but when it comes to the vast world of Asian desserts, where to begin? Today, co-host Sarah Lohman sits down with tea sommelier Yukino Aoshima and City Cast executive producer Sonja Cho Swanson to talk about their favorite spots in town to get mochi, red bean shaved ice, tofu pudding, sweet sesame soup, and more. Treats mentioned in the episode: Milk tea custard bun at 85 Degrees Milk tea ice cream at Scoop LV Yukimi Daifuku mochi ice cream is sometimes available at Asian groceries like Nakata Market, Japan Creek, or International Marketplace Injeolmi at Koreana Rice Cake House (inside Greenland Supermarket) Bingsu at Sul & Beans Kakigori at the Fall Festival on Oct. 12th, 2024 Fruit sando and strawberry shortcake at Pullman Bread Red bean buns and almond cookies at Crown Bakery Japanese soufflé cheesecake and strawberry shortcake at Suzuya Patisserie Ube swirled babka and pandan tres leches at Milkfish Bakeshop (pop-up) “Fish” waffles at SomiSomi Khanom Krok at Lamoon Tofu pudding and dessert soups at Sweet Honey Want to get in touch? Follow us @CityCastVegas on Instagram, or email us at lasvegas@citycast.fm. You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719. For more Las Vegas news, make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter here. The Asian food scene in Las Vegas gives any other American city a run for its money — but when it comes to the vast world of Asian desserts, where to begin? Today, co-host Sarah Lohman sits down with tea sommelier Yukino Aoshima and City Cast executive producer Sonja Cho Swanson to talk about their favorite spots in town to get mochi, red bean shaved ice, tofu pudding, sweet sesame soup, and more.

Treats mentioned in the episode:

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]]> 1483 Are Palm Trees Bad for Vegas? https://lasvegas.citycast.fm/ Despite palm trees showing up in iconic logos (farewell, Mirage) and lining Las Vegas Boulevard, those spindly trees aren’t native to the Mojave Desert. In recent years, you might’ve heard grumbles that they’re water-guzzlers providing no real shade. You might’ve even seen the video of a palm tree bursting into flames during our most recent heat wave. But master arborist Lisa Ortega, founder of Nevada Plants, thinks that we might want to give palms another shot. Today, we bring back a conversation co-host Dayvid Figler had with Lisa about when and how palm trees actually make sense in Las Vegas. Want to get in touch? Follow us @CityCastVegas on Instagram, or email us at lasvegas@citycast.fm. You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719. For more Las Vegas news, make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter, Hey Las Vegas. Looking to advertise on City Cast Las Vegas? Check out our options for podcast and newsletter ads at citycast.fm/advertise. Wed, 17 Jul 2024 10:00:00 -0000 Are Palm Trees Bad for Vegas? full City Cast Despite palm trees showing up in iconic logos (farewell, Mirage) and lining Las Vegas Boulevard, those spindly trees aren’t native to the Mojave Desert. In recent years, you might’ve heard grumbles that they’re water-guzzlers providing no real shade. You might’ve even seen the video of a palm tree bursting into flames during our most recent heat wave. But master arborist Lisa Ortega, founder of Nevada Plants, thinks that we might want to give palms another shot. Today, we bring back a conversation co-host Dayvid Figler had with Lisa about when and how palm trees actually make sense in Las Vegas. Want to get in touch? Follow us @CityCastVegas on Instagram, or email us at lasvegas@citycast.fm. You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719. For more Las Vegas news, make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter, Hey Las Vegas. Looking to advertise on City Cast Las Vegas? Check out our options for podcast and newsletter ads at citycast.fm/advertise. Despite palm trees showing up in iconic logos (farewell, Mirage) and lining Las Vegas Boulevard, those spindly trees aren’t native to the Mojave Desert. In recent years, you might’ve heard grumbles that they’re water-guzzlers providing no real shade. You might’ve even seen the video of a palm tree bursting into flames during our most recent heat wave. But master arborist Lisa Ortega, founder of Nevada Plants, thinks that we might want to give palms another shot. Today, we bring back a conversation co-host Dayvid Figler had with Lisa about when and how palm trees actually make sense in Las Vegas.


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]]> 1062 The Most Outrageous Things These Newsmakers Said https://lasvegas.citycast.fm/ With another quarter of the year down, it’s time to revisit the most outrageous things public figures have said in and about Nevada in the news — we’re bringing back another round of “They Said What?” and it’s even wilder than before. Executive producer Sonja Cho Swanson quizzes co-hosts Dayvid Figler and Sarah Lohman (reigning “They Said What?” champ) on quotes that include: “I swear, I just talked to God. I would give you all my money, stick my D in a blender, and swear off P for the rest of my life in exchange for this, bro.” “Ya boy meant it when I said I was going to do anything and everything to help [REDACTED] and save the Cheddar Bay Biscuits … ordered the whole menu.” “I don't care about you. I just want your vote.” Play along and let us know how you did! Want to get in touch? Follow us @CityCastVegas on Instagram, or email us at lasvegas@citycast.fm. You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719. For more Las Vegas news, make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter, Hey Las Vegas, here. Tue, 16 Jul 2024 10:00:00 -0000 The Most Outrageous Things These Newsmakers Said full City Cast With another quarter of the year down, it’s time to revisit the most outrageous things public figures have said in and about Nevada in the news — we’re bringing back another round of “They Said What?” and it’s even wilder than before. Executive producer Sonja Cho Swanson quizzes co-hosts Dayvid Figler and Sarah Lohman (reigning “They Said What?” champ) on quotes that include: “I swear, I just talked to God. I would give you all my money, stick my D in a blender, and swear off P for the rest of my life in exchange for this, bro.” “Ya boy meant it when I said I was going to do anything and everything to help [REDACTED] and save the Cheddar Bay Biscuits … ordered the whole menu.” “I don't care about you. I just want your vote.” Play along and let us know how you did! Want to get in touch? Follow us @CityCastVegas on Instagram, or email us at lasvegas@citycast.fm. You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719. For more Las Vegas news, make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter, Hey Las Vegas, here. With another quarter of the year down, it’s time to revisit the most outrageous things public figures have said in and about Nevada in the news — we’re bringing back another round of “They Said What?” and it’s even wilder than before. Executive producer Sonja Cho Swanson quizzes co-hosts Dayvid Figler and Sarah Lohman (reigning “They Said What?” champ) on quotes that include:

  • “I swear, I just talked to God. I would give you all my money, stick my D in a blender, and swear off P for the rest of my life in exchange for this, bro.”
  • “Ya boy meant it when I said I was going to do anything and everything to help [REDACTED] and save the Cheddar Bay Biscuits … ordered the whole menu.”
  • “I don't care about you. I just want your vote.”


Play along and let us know how you did!


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]]> 1137 yes How Vegas Became the Wedding Capital of the World https://lasvegas.citycast.fm The quickie Vegas wedding is basically a cultural trope at this point — and you can opt for almost any theme under the sun (we’re looking at you, Taco Bell wedding chapel). But how did Las Vegas become the marriage capital of the world? Why is it connected to syphilis blood tests and the “divorce trade war,” and which Vegas parks got their starts as divorce ranches? Co-host Sarah Lohman talks with writer Eric Duran-Valle, who recently wrote about tying (and untying) the knot for Desert Companion Magazine. Want to get in touch? Follow us @CityCastVegas on Instagram, or email us at lasvegas@citycast.fm. You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719. For more Las Vegas news, make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter here. Mon, 15 Jul 2024 10:00:00 -0000 How Vegas Became the Wedding Capital of the World full City Cast The quickie Vegas wedding is basically a cultural trope at this point — and you can opt for almost any theme under the sun (we’re looking at you, Taco Bell wedding chapel). But how did Las Vegas become the marriage capital of the world? Why is it connected to syphilis blood tests and the “divorce trade war,” and which Vegas parks got their starts as divorce ranches? Co-host Sarah Lohman talks with writer Eric Duran-Valle, who recently wrote about tying (and untying) the knot for Desert Companion Magazine. Want to get in touch? Follow us @CityCastVegas on Instagram, or email us at lasvegas@citycast.fm. You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719. For more Las Vegas news, make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter here. The quickie Vegas wedding is basically a cultural trope at this point — and you can opt for almost any theme under the sun (we’re looking at you, Taco Bell wedding chapel). But how did Las Vegas become the marriage capital of the world? Why is it connected to syphilis blood tests and the “divorce trade war,” and which Vegas parks got their starts as divorce ranches? Co-host Sarah Lohman talks with writer Eric Duran-Valle, who recently wrote about tying (and untying) the knot for Desert Companion Magazine.

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]]> 1319 Biden and Harris Back in Vegas, How To Win Mirage Payout Money, and a Lawsuit Over… Heartbreak? https://lasvegas.citycast.fm Kamala Harris was back in Las Vegas this week for a visit that many had anticipated would be an audition of sorts — would she sound, well, presidential? Today, co-hosts Sarah Lohman and Dayvid Figler are joined by TheList.Vegas creator Andrew Kiraly to talk about the womp-womp careful neutrality of the event, but also how Harris might fare with Vegas voters. Next up, Dayvid explains why the Mirage’s $1.6 million “giveaway” isn’t exactly a giveaway — but also shares details from his visit and how you can get it on the action. And lastly, the team discusses the curious lawsuit an Arkansas man is bringing against a local dancer who, he claims, “hoodwinked” him into thinking they were exclusive and out of millions of dollars. Learn more about the sponsors of this July 12th episode here: Babbel Global Product Sourcing Want to get in touch? Follow us @CityCastVegas on Instagram, or email us at lasvegas@citycast.fm. You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719. For more Las Vegas news, make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter here. Fri, 12 Jul 2024 10:00:00 -0000 Biden and Harris Back in Vegas, How To Win Mirage Payout Money, and a Lawsuit Over… Heartbreak? full City Cast Kamala Harris was back in Las Vegas this week for a visit that many had anticipated would be an audition of sorts — would she sound, well, presidential? Today, co-hosts Sarah Lohman and Dayvid Figler are joined by TheList.Vegas creator Andrew Kiraly to talk about the womp-womp careful neutrality of the event, but also how Harris might fare with Vegas voters. Next up, Dayvid explains why the Mirage’s $1.6 million “giveaway” isn’t exactly a giveaway — but also shares details from his visit and how you can get it on the action. And lastly, the team discusses the curious lawsuit an Arkansas man is bringing against a local dancer who, he claims, “hoodwinked” him into thinking they were exclusive and out of millions of dollars. Learn more about the sponsors of this July 12th episode here: Babbel Global Product Sourcing Want to get in touch? Follow us @CityCastVegas on Instagram, or email us at lasvegas@citycast.fm. You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719. For more Las Vegas news, make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter here. Kamala Harris was back in Las Vegas this week for a visit that many had anticipated would be an audition of sorts — would she sound, well, presidential? Today, co-hosts Sarah Lohman and Dayvid Figler are joined by TheList.Vegas creator Andrew Kiraly to talk about the womp-womp careful neutrality of the event, but also how Harris might fare with Vegas voters. Next up, Dayvid explains why the Mirage’s $1.6 million “giveaway” isn’t exactly a giveaway — but also shares details from his visit and how you can get it on the action. And lastly, the team discusses the curious lawsuit an Arkansas man is bringing against a local dancer who, he claims, “hoodwinked” him into thinking they were exclusive and out of millions of dollars.

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]]> 1943 How Ethel M Chocolates Creates Magic in the Desert https://lasvegas.citycast.fm/ With this latest heat wave, it’s hard to imagine a chocolate factory would ever choose Las Vegas as a home base. Yet, in 1981, Ethel M Chocolates did just that. They’ve been crafting premium sweets and testing new flavors at their Henderson factory for over four decades. For an inside look at how they work with the desert climate, we are bringing back a conversation co-host Sarah Lohman had with chief chocolatier Mark Mackey. Mark also shares who Ethel M really was and why Las Vegas was the perfect place for a chocolate factory. Learn more about the sponsors of this July 11th episode here: Babbel Global Product Sourcing  Want to get in touch? Follow us @CityCastVegas on Instagram, or email us at lasvegas@citycast.fm. You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719. For more Las Vegas news, make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter here. Thu, 11 Jul 2024 10:00:00 -0000 How Ethel M Chocolates Creates Magic in the Desert full City Cast With this latest heat wave, it’s hard to imagine a chocolate factory would ever choose Las Vegas as a home base. Yet, in 1981, Ethel M Chocolates did just that. They’ve been crafting premium sweets and testing new flavors at their Henderson factory for over four decades. For an inside look at how they work with the desert climate, we are bringing back a conversation co-host Sarah Lohman had with chief chocolatier Mark Mackey. Mark also shares who Ethel M really was and why Las Vegas was the perfect place for a chocolate factory. Learn more about the sponsors of this July 11th episode here: Babbel Global Product Sourcing  Want to get in touch? Follow us @CityCastVegas on Instagram, or email us at lasvegas@citycast.fm. You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719. For more Las Vegas news, make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter here. With this latest heat wave, it’s hard to imagine a chocolate factory would ever choose Las Vegas as a home base. Yet, in 1981, Ethel M Chocolates did just that. They’ve been crafting premium sweets and testing new flavors at their Henderson factory for over four decades. For an inside look at how they work with the desert climate, we are bringing back a conversation co-host Sarah Lohman had with chief chocolatier Mark Mackey. Mark also shares who Ethel M really was and why Las Vegas was the perfect place for a chocolate factory.


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]]> 1238 How Bad Is This Record-Breaking Heat, Really? https://lasvegas.citycast.fm/podcasts On Sunday, Las Vegas temperatures hit 120°F, breaking the all-time high-temperature record by 3 degrees. This comes in the middle of a historic heat wave across the entire West. But Las Vegas locals know how to deal with extreme heat — so is this pizza oven weather any different? Co-host Sarah Lohman sits down with producers Sonja Cho Swanson and Layla Muhammad, both longtime locals, to talk about all the ways the heat has surprised us (or not) this summer, and our best tips for dealing with the heat. Learn more about the sponsors of this July 10th episode here: Babbel Want to get in touch? Follow us @CityCastVegas on Instagram, or email us at lasvegas@citycast.fm. You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719. For more Las Vegas news, make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter here. Wed, 10 Jul 2024 10:00:00 -0000 How Bad Is This Record-Breaking Heat, Really? full City Cast On Sunday, Las Vegas temperatures hit 120°F, breaking the all-time high-temperature record by 3 degrees. This comes in the middle of a historic heat wave across the entire West. But Las Vegas locals know how to deal with extreme heat — so is this pizza oven weather any different? Co-host Sarah Lohman sits down with producers Sonja Cho Swanson and Layla Muhammad, both longtime locals, to talk about all the ways the heat has surprised us (or not) this summer, and our best tips for dealing with the heat. Learn more about the sponsors of this July 10th episode here: Babbel Want to get in touch? Follow us @CityCastVegas on Instagram, or email us at lasvegas@citycast.fm. You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719. For more Las Vegas news, make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter here. On Sunday, Las Vegas temperatures hit 120°F, breaking the all-time high-temperature record by 3 degrees. This comes in the middle of a historic heat wave across the entire West. But Las Vegas locals know how to deal with extreme heat — so is this pizza oven weather any different? Co-host Sarah Lohman sits down with producers Sonja Cho Swanson and Layla Muhammad, both longtime locals, to talk about all the ways the heat has surprised us (or not) this summer, and our best tips for dealing with the heat.

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]]> 1258 Will Animal Shows Ever Be the Same After the Mirage? https://lasvegas.citycast.fm The Mirage Hotel and Casino closes its doors for good on July 17th — so what’s happening to all of the animals that helped create this tropical fantasy paradise? Where did the dolphins and Siegfried and Roy’s tigers end up? Today, co-host Sarah Lohman talks with University of Guelph history professor Susan Nance, who studies the history of animal entertainment on the Las Vegas Strip. She tells us how the Mirage kicked off an era of truly spectacular big animal shows — and why that era is coming to a close. Learn more about the sponsors of this July 9th episode here: Babbel Want to get in touch? Follow us @CityCastVegas on Instagram, or email us at lasvegas@citycast.fm. You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719. For more Las Vegas news, make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter here. Tue, 09 Jul 2024 10:00:00 -0000 Will Animal Shows Ever Be the Same After the Mirage? full City Cast The Mirage Hotel and Casino closes its doors for good on July 17th — so what’s happening to all of the animals that helped create this tropical fantasy paradise? Where did the dolphins and Siegfried and Roy’s tigers end up? Today, co-host Sarah Lohman talks with University of Guelph history professor Susan Nance, who studies the history of animal entertainment on the Las Vegas Strip. She tells us how the Mirage kicked off an era of truly spectacular big animal shows — and why that era is coming to a close. Learn more about the sponsors of this July 9th episode here: Babbel Want to get in touch? Follow us @CityCastVegas on Instagram, or email us at lasvegas@citycast.fm. You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719. For more Las Vegas news, make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter here. The Mirage Hotel and Casino closes its doors for good on July 17th — so what’s happening to all of the animals that helped create this tropical fantasy paradise? Where did the dolphins and Siegfried and Roy’s tigers end up? Today, co-host Sarah Lohman talks with University of Guelph history professor Susan Nance, who studies the history of animal entertainment on the Las Vegas Strip. She tells us how the Mirage kicked off an era of truly spectacular big animal shows — and why that era is coming to a close.

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]]> 1375 What Vegas Needs To Know About A’s Owner John Fisher https://lasvegas.citycast.fm As the weeks go by and the A’s move to Las Vegas looks more and more like a done deal, we’re starting to ask ourselves: Just who exactly have we invited into our community? Co-host Dayvid Figler sits down with sports writer Dan Moore, who’s written extensively about the saga of the A’s relocation. Are any of A’s owner John Fisher’s claims fair? What was his track record in Oakland — and can Las Vegas expect better treatment from this heart-breaker? Learn more about the sponsors of this July 8th episode here: Babbel Global Product Sourcing Want to get in touch? Follow us @CityCastVegas on Instagram, or email us at lasvegas@citycast.fm. You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719. For more Las Vegas news, make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter here. Mon, 08 Jul 2024 10:00:00 -0000 What Vegas Needs To Know About A’s Owner John Fisher full City Cast As the weeks go by and the A’s move to Las Vegas looks more and more like a done deal, we’re starting to ask ourselves: Just who exactly have we invited into our community? Co-host Dayvid Figler sits down with sports writer Dan Moore, who’s written extensively about the saga of the A’s relocation. Are any of A’s owner John Fisher’s claims fair? What was his track record in Oakland — and can Las Vegas expect better treatment from this heart-breaker? Learn more about the sponsors of this July 8th episode here: Babbel Global Product Sourcing Want to get in touch? Follow us @CityCastVegas on Instagram, or email us at lasvegas@citycast.fm. You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719. For more Las Vegas news, make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter here. As the weeks go by and the A’s move to Las Vegas looks more and more like a done deal, we’re starting to ask ourselves: Just who exactly have we invited into our community? Co-host Dayvid Figler sits down with sports writer Dan Moore, who’s written extensively about the saga of the A’s relocation. Are any of A’s owner John Fisher’s claims fair? What was his track record in Oakland — and can Las Vegas expect better treatment from this heart-breaker?

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]]> 1390 Where to Drink in Las Vegas Right Now https://lasvegas.citycast.fm/podcasts Look, when it’s pushing 115F, it’s only natural to keep our social activities confined to the nighttime hours — and lucky for us, Las Vegas has an incredible nightlife scene. So we’re bringing back an episode co-host Sarah Lohman and Neon News editor-in-chief Gemini Stevens recorded this spring about the hottest new bars in Las Vegas: It’s your guide for where to drink up and cool down this summer. Learn more about the sponsors of this July 5th episode here: Babbel Want to get in touch? Follow us @CityCastVegas on Instagram, or email us at lasvegas@citycast.fm. You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719. For more Las Vegas news, make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter here. Fri, 05 Jul 2024 10:00:00 -0000 Where to Drink in Las Vegas Right Now full City Cast Look, when it’s pushing 115F, it’s only natural to keep our social activities confined to the nighttime hours — and lucky for us, Las Vegas has an incredible nightlife scene. So we’re bringing back an episode co-host Sarah Lohman and Neon News editor-in-chief Gemini Stevens recorded this spring about the hottest new bars in Las Vegas: It’s your guide for where to drink up and cool down this summer. Learn more about the sponsors of this July 5th episode here: Babbel Want to get in touch? Follow us @CityCastVegas on Instagram, or email us at lasvegas@citycast.fm. You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719. For more Las Vegas news, make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter here. Look, when it’s pushing 115F, it’s only natural to keep our social activities confined to the nighttime hours — and lucky for us, Las Vegas has an incredible nightlife scene. So we’re bringing back an episode co-host Sarah Lohman and Neon News editor-in-chief Gemini Stevens recorded this spring about the hottest new bars in Las Vegas: It’s your guide for where to drink up and cool down this summer.

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]]> 1446 Here's What the Entire Country Is Talking About https://lasvegas.citycast.fm/podcasts 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 Dayvid Figler and Sarah Lohman's story stacks up against the rest. Learn more about the sponsors of this July 3rd episode here: Babbel Interested in advertising with City Cast? Find more info here.  We’re on social media! Follow us @CityCastVegas on Instagram. You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719. For more Las Vegas news, make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter here. Wed, 03 Jul 2024 10:00:00 -0000 Here's What the Entire Country Is Talking About full City Cast 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 Dayvid Figler and Sarah Lohman's story stacks up against the rest. Learn more about the sponsors of this July 3rd episode here: Babbel Interested in advertising with City Cast? Find more info here.  We’re on social media! Follow us @CityCastVegas on Instagram. You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719. For more Las Vegas news, make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter here. 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 Dayvid Figler and Sarah Lohman's story stacks up against the rest.

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]]> 2963 The Sphere’s Wild First Year https://lasvegas.citycast.fm/podcasts The Sphere said hello for the first time last year with a dazzling Fourth of July fireworks display that cemented its place on the Las Vegas skyline. Since then, the headlines haven’t stopped, from an anti-abortion advocate climbing up the side to think pieces about its impact on the future of Las Vegas entertainment. Standing out on Las Vegas Blvd is a hard task, but the Sphere draws attention with quirky emojis and displays to match major events like Formula 1 and the Super Bowl. But have locals embraced such a bright change to the city? City Cast co-host Dayvid Figler sits down with producer Layla Muhammad and Hey Las Vegas editor Rob Kachelriess to recap the Sphere’s turbulent first year and look ahead to developments coming in year two. Want to know more about the Sphere? Listen to our look inside and guide to the best viewpoints. Learn more about the sponsors of this July 2nd episode here: Babbel Want to get in touch? Follow us @CityCastVegas on Instagram, or email us at lasvegas@citycast.fm. You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719. For more Las Vegas news, make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter here. Tue, 02 Jul 2024 10:00:00 -0000 The Sphere’s Wild First Year full City Cast The Sphere said hello for the first time last year with a dazzling Fourth of July fireworks display that cemented its place on the Las Vegas skyline. Since then, the headlines haven’t stopped, from an anti-abortion advocate climbing up the side to think pieces about its impact on the future of Las Vegas entertainment. Standing out on Las Vegas Blvd is a hard task, but the Sphere draws attention with quirky emojis and displays to match major events like Formula 1 and the Super Bowl. But have locals embraced such a bright change to the city? City Cast co-host Dayvid Figler sits down with producer Layla Muhammad and Hey Las Vegas editor Rob Kachelriess to recap the Sphere’s turbulent first year and look ahead to developments coming in year two. Want to know more about the Sphere? Listen to our look inside and guide to the best viewpoints. Learn more about the sponsors of this July 2nd episode here: Babbel Want to get in touch? Follow us @CityCastVegas on Instagram, or email us at lasvegas@citycast.fm. You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719. For more Las Vegas news, make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter here. The Sphere said hello for the first time last year with a dazzling Fourth of July fireworks display that cemented its place on the Las Vegas skyline. Since then, the headlines haven’t stopped, from an anti-abortion advocate climbing up the side to think pieces about its impact on the future of Las Vegas entertainment. Standing out on Las Vegas Blvd is a hard task, but the Sphere draws attention with quirky emojis and displays to match major events like Formula 1 and the Super Bowl. But have locals embraced such a bright change to the city? City Cast co-host Dayvid Figler sits down with producer Layla Muhammad and Hey Las Vegas editor Rob Kachelriess to recap the Sphere’s turbulent first year and look ahead to developments coming in year two.

Want to know more about the Sphere? Listen to our look inside and guide to the best viewpoints.

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]]> 1478 How To Challenge What's Built in Your Neighborhood https://lasvegas.citycast.fm After approval from the planning commission, the highly contested proposal for an LDS temple near Lone Mountain heads to the Las Vegas city council for a vote. Residents in the area warn that the 70,000-square-foot temple does not fit in their small neighborhood because of its height, light pollution, and potential for increased traffic. As these neighbors fight an uphill battle with developers and lobbyists, we wondered what is the most effective way to be heard about developments in your neighborhood. How and why should you tell the city if something doesn’t belong in your backyard? Planning commissioner Jeff Rogan joins co-hosts Sarah Lohman and Dayvid Figler to share the best tips on how to be an active participant in your neighborhood’s development. Want to get in touch? Follow us @CityCastVegas on Instagram, or email us at lasvegas@citycast.fm. You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719. For more Las Vegas news, make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter here. Mon, 01 Jul 2024 10:00:00 -0000 How To Challenge What's Built in Your Neighborhood full City Cast After approval from the planning commission, the highly contested proposal for an LDS temple near Lone Mountain heads to the Las Vegas city council for a vote. Residents in the area warn that the 70,000-square-foot temple does not fit in their small neighborhood because of its height, light pollution, and potential for increased traffic. As these neighbors fight an uphill battle with developers and lobbyists, we wondered what is the most effective way to be heard about developments in your neighborhood. How and why should you tell the city if something doesn’t belong in your backyard? Planning commissioner Jeff Rogan joins co-hosts Sarah Lohman and Dayvid Figler to share the best tips on how to be an active participant in your neighborhood’s development. Want to get in touch? Follow us @CityCastVegas on Instagram, or email us at lasvegas@citycast.fm. You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719. For more Las Vegas news, make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter here. After approval from the planning commission, the highly contested proposal for an LDS temple near Lone Mountain heads to the Las Vegas city council for a vote. Residents in the area warn that the 70,000-square-foot temple does not fit in their small neighborhood because of its height, light pollution, and potential for increased traffic. As these neighbors fight an uphill battle with developers and lobbyists, we wondered what is the most effective way to be heard about developments in your neighborhood. How and why should you tell the city if something doesn’t belong in your backyard? Planning commissioner Jeff Rogan joins co-hosts Sarah Lohman and Dayvid Figler to share the best tips on how to be an active participant in your neighborhood’s development.

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]]> 1406 F1 Ticket Controversy, Fake Electors Case Dismissed, and Life Is Beautiful Downsizes https://lasvegas.citycast.fm/podcasts Welcome to Friday, Las Vegas! The news this week is almost as hot as the asphalt. First, at least four county officials are the subject of an ethics probe for accepting free tickets to last year’s inaugural Formula 1 Las Vegas Grand Prix — but is that fair? Also, the charges against six prominent Nevada Republicans for submitting fake elector documents in favor of Donald Trump in the 2020 presidential election were dismissed in a Clark County courtroom. So what does this bode? And lastly, the Life is Beautiful festival “hits pause” this year as the company introduces a new format. Co-host Dayvid Figler is joined by writer Kim Foster and City Cast producer Layla Muhammad to break it all down. Want to get in touch? Follow us @CityCastVegas on Instagram, or email us at lasvegas@citycast.fm. You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719. For more Las Vegas news, make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter here. Learn more about the sponsors of this June 28th episode here: Babbel Fri, 28 Jun 2024 10:00:00 -0000 F1 Ticket Controversy, Fake Electors Case Dismissed, and Life Is Beautiful Downsizes full City Cast Welcome to Friday, Las Vegas! The news this week is almost as hot as the asphalt. First, at least four county officials are the subject of an ethics probe for accepting free tickets to last year’s inaugural Formula 1 Las Vegas Grand Prix — but is that fair? Also, the charges against six prominent Nevada Republicans for submitting fake elector documents in favor of Donald Trump in the 2020 presidential election were dismissed in a Clark County courtroom. So what does this bode? And lastly, the Life is Beautiful festival “hits pause” this year as the company introduces a new format. Co-host Dayvid Figler is joined by writer Kim Foster and City Cast producer Layla Muhammad to break it all down. Want to get in touch? Follow us @CityCastVegas on Instagram, or email us at lasvegas@citycast.fm. You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719. For more Las Vegas news, make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter here. Learn more about the sponsors of this June 28th episode here: Babbel Welcome to Friday, Las Vegas! The news this week is almost as hot as the asphalt. First, at least four county officials are the subject of an ethics probe for accepting free tickets to last year’s inaugural Formula 1 Las Vegas Grand Prix — but is that fair? Also, the charges against six prominent Nevada Republicans for submitting fake elector documents in favor of Donald Trump in the 2020 presidential election were dismissed in a Clark County courtroom. So what does this bode? And lastly, the Life is Beautiful festival “hits pause” this year as the company introduces a new format. Co-host Dayvid Figler is joined by writer Kim Foster and City Cast producer Layla Muhammad to break it all down.

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]]> 1980 Your Guide to July in Las Vegas https://lasvegas.citycast.fm 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 Las Vegas community.  Whether you are braving out the summer heat or already have plans to leave town, our monthly guide has all the tips you need to make the most out of your July in Las Vegas. From heat-resistant snacks for road trips to free community workshops, tune in for activity recommendations that are worth leaving your house for. Did you miss our June guide? Take a look back for more tips on how to beat the heat this summer (spoiler: ice cream deliveries). Learn more about the sponsors of this June 27th episode here: Babbel And 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 Las Vegas. Interested in advertising with City Cast? Find more info here.  Reach us at lasvegas@citycast.fm.  We’re on social media! Follow us @CityCastVegas on Instagram. You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719. For more Las Vegas news, make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter here. Thu, 27 Jun 2024 10:00:00 -0000 Your Guide to July in Las Vegas full City Cast 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 Las Vegas community.  Whether you are braving out the summer heat or already have plans to leave town, our monthly guide has all the tips you need to make the most out of your July in Las Vegas. From heat-resistant snacks for road trips to free community workshops, tune in for activity recommendations that are worth leaving your house for. Did you miss our June guide? Take a look back for more tips on how to beat the heat this summer (spoiler: ice cream deliveries). Learn more about the sponsors of this June 27th episode here: Babbel And 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 Las Vegas. Interested in advertising with City Cast? Find more info here.  Reach us at lasvegas@citycast.fm.  We’re on social media! Follow us @CityCastVegas on Instagram. You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719. For more Las Vegas news, make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter here. 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 Las Vegas community. 

Whether you are braving out the summer heat or already have plans to leave town, our monthly guide has all the tips you need to make the most out of your July in Las Vegas. From heat-resistant snacks for road trips to free community workshops, tune in for activity recommendations that are worth leaving your house for. Did you miss our June guide? Take a look back for more tips on how to beat the heat this summer (spoiler: ice cream deliveries).

Learn more about the sponsors of this June 27th episode here: Babbel

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]]> 1416 How UFC Went From Misfit to Legit in Vegas https://lasvegas.citycast.fm Before the Golden Knights, Raiders, or Aces were even a gleam in our city’s eye, the Ultimate Fighting Championship was our original hometown sport — homegrown local Dana White took it from an unregulated “human cockfight” to a multi-billion dollar industry that was even recently considered for inclusion in the Olympics. So today, co-host Dayvid Figler brings on a UFC legend to give us the insider’s guide to how it all happened: Fighter, commentator, and podcast host Chael Sonnen talks about how the UFC evolved, the recent controversy over fighter pay, and why his epic 2010 fight against Anderson Silva (which will be inducted into the UFC Hall of Fame at T-Mobile Arena this weekend) kicked off a new “entertainment era” in MMA. Learn more about the sponsors of this June 26th episode here: Babbel Want to get in touch? Follow us @CityCastVegas on Instagram, or email us at lasvegas@citycast.fm. You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719. For more Las Vegas news, make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter here. Wed, 26 Jun 2024 10:00:00 -0000 How UFC Went From Misfit to Legit in Vegas full City Cast Before the Golden Knights, Raiders, or Aces were even a gleam in our city’s eye, the Ultimate Fighting Championship was our original hometown sport — homegrown local Dana White took it from an unregulated “human cockfight” to a multi-billion dollar industry that was even recently considered for inclusion in the Olympics. So today, co-host Dayvid Figler brings on a UFC legend to give us the insider’s guide to how it all happened: Fighter, commentator, and podcast host Chael Sonnen talks about how the UFC evolved, the recent controversy over fighter pay, and why his epic 2010 fight against Anderson Silva (which will be inducted into the UFC Hall of Fame at T-Mobile Arena this weekend) kicked off a new “entertainment era” in MMA. Learn more about the sponsors of this June 26th episode here: Babbel Want to get in touch? Follow us @CityCastVegas on Instagram, or email us at lasvegas@citycast.fm. You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719. For more Las Vegas news, make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter here. Before the Golden Knights, Raiders, or Aces were even a gleam in our city’s eye, the Ultimate Fighting Championship was our original hometown sport — homegrown local Dana White took it from an unregulated “human cockfight” to a multi-billion dollar industry that was even recently considered for inclusion in the Olympics. So today, co-host Dayvid Figler brings on a UFC legend to give us the insider’s guide to how it all happened: Fighter, commentator, and podcast host Chael Sonnen talks about how the UFC evolved, the recent controversy over fighter pay, and why his epic 2010 fight against Anderson Silva (which will be inducted into the UFC Hall of Fame at T-Mobile Arena this weekend) kicked off a new “entertainment era” in MMA.

Learn more about the sponsors of this June 26th episode here: Babbel

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]]> 1370 Will Casinos Ever Ban Smoking? https://lasvegas.citycast.fm Last week, Caesars Entertainment shareholders voted down a proposal to study the effects of a possible smoking ban inside their properties. This comes after Bally’s and Boyd Gaming also rejected the same proposal from the American NonSmokers’ Rights Foundation. These casino operators all have properties in states where indoor smoking is banned, so why are they still holding on to indoor smoking in Las Vegas? Senior reporter Howard Stutz, who covers the gaming industry at the Nevada Independent, tells executive producer Sonja Cho Swanso why last week’s vote failed and if a smoking ban could ever be possible in Las Vegas. Want to get in touch? Follow us @CityCastVegas on Instagram, or email us at lasvegas@citycast.fm. You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719. For more Las Vegas news, make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter here. Learn more about the sponsors of this June 25th episode here: Babbel Tue, 25 Jun 2024 10:00:00 -0000 Will Casinos Ever Ban Smoking? full City Cast Last week, Caesars Entertainment shareholders voted down a proposal to study the effects of a possible smoking ban inside their properties. This comes after Bally’s and Boyd Gaming also rejected the same proposal from the American NonSmokers’ Rights Foundation. These casino operators all have properties in states where indoor smoking is banned, so why are they still holding on to indoor smoking in Las Vegas? Senior reporter Howard Stutz, who covers the gaming industry at the Nevada Independent, tells executive producer Sonja Cho Swanso why last week’s vote failed and if a smoking ban could ever be possible in Las Vegas. Want to get in touch? Follow us @CityCastVegas on Instagram, or email us at lasvegas@citycast.fm. You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719. For more Las Vegas news, make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter here. Learn more about the sponsors of this June 25th episode here: Babbel Last week, Caesars Entertainment shareholders voted down a proposal to study the effects of a possible smoking ban inside their properties. This comes after Bally’s and Boyd Gaming also rejected the same proposal from the American NonSmokers’ Rights Foundation. These casino operators all have properties in states where indoor smoking is banned, so why are they still holding on to indoor smoking in Las Vegas? Senior reporter Howard Stutz, who covers the gaming industry at the Nevada Independent, tells executive producer Sonja Cho Swanso why last week’s vote failed and if a smoking ban could ever be possible in Las Vegas.

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]]> 1354 Will Red Light Cameras Make Vegas Safer? https://lasvegas.citycast.fm/ With Clark County’s traffic fatalities on the rise (up 65% so far this year), Sheriff Kevin McMahill and traffic experts are putting forth a new solution: Red light cameras. These cameras are currently illegal in Nevada, largely on the grounds of protecting privacy and fighting “big brother.” Have we reached a tipping point? Today, co-host Dayvid Figler sits down with Erin Breen, director of UNLV's Road Equity Alliance Project, to talk about the privacy, safety, and equity issues these red light cameras raise — and if we really can make our deadly roads any safer. Want to get in touch? Follow us @CityCastVegas on Instagram, or email us at lasvegas@citycast.fm. You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719. For more Las Vegas news, make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter here. Learn more about the sponsors of this June 24th episode here: Babbel Mon, 24 Jun 2024 10:00:00 -0000 Will Red Light Cameras Make Vegas Safer? full City Cast With Clark County’s traffic fatalities on the rise (up 65% so far this year), Sheriff Kevin McMahill and traffic experts are putting forth a new solution: Red light cameras. These cameras are currently illegal in Nevada, largely on the grounds of protecting privacy and fighting “big brother.” Have we reached a tipping point? Today, co-host Dayvid Figler sits down with Erin Breen, director of UNLV's Road Equity Alliance Project, to talk about the privacy, safety, and equity issues these red light cameras raise — and if we really can make our deadly roads any safer. Want to get in touch? Follow us @CityCastVegas on Instagram, or email us at lasvegas@citycast.fm. You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719. For more Las Vegas news, make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter here. Learn more about the sponsors of this June 24th episode here: Babbel With Clark County’s traffic fatalities on the rise (up 65% so far this year), Sheriff Kevin McMahill and traffic experts are putting forth a new solution: Red light cameras. These cameras are currently illegal in Nevada, largely on the grounds of protecting privacy and fighting “big brother.” Have we reached a tipping point? Today, co-host Dayvid Figler sits down with Erin Breen, director of UNLV's Road Equity Alliance Project, to talk about the privacy, safety, and equity issues these red light cameras raise — and if we really can make our deadly roads any safer.

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]]> 1414 Why Bump Stocks Aren’t Banned, Real Water Pays Billions, and Nic Cage on Jury Duty https://lasvegas.citycast.fm When the Supreme Court recently struck down the Trump-era ban on bump stocks, Las Vegans in particular took note — it was a bump stock that allowed the October 1 shooter to upgrade his weapon and cause so much carnage. So what happens to bump stock legislation now, and have we run out of all that bipartisan goodwill from the wake of the shooting? Today, co-host Dayvid Figler and executive producer Sonja Cho Swanson are joined by 8 News Now Morning anchor John Langeler. They talk about the bump stock ban, why a Las Vegas bottled water company was sued for $3 billion, and why Nic Cage was dismissed from jury duty (wrong answers only). Bonus content: We give you the rundown on the latest Twitter drama between Nevada Dems and Republicans over an internet meme. Want to get in touch? Follow us @CityCastVegas on Instagram, or email us at lasvegas@citycast.fm. You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719. For more Las Vegas news, make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter here. Fri, 21 Jun 2024 10:00:00 -0000 Why Bump Stocks Aren’t Banned, Real Water Pays Billions, and Nic Cage on Jury Duty full City Cast When the Supreme Court recently struck down the Trump-era ban on bump stocks, Las Vegans in particular took note — it was a bump stock that allowed the October 1 shooter to upgrade his weapon and cause so much carnage. So what happens to bump stock legislation now, and have we run out of all that bipartisan goodwill from the wake of the shooting? Today, co-host Dayvid Figler and executive producer Sonja Cho Swanson are joined by 8 News Now Morning anchor John Langeler. They talk about the bump stock ban, why a Las Vegas bottled water company was sued for $3 billion, and why Nic Cage was dismissed from jury duty (wrong answers only). Bonus content: We give you the rundown on the latest Twitter drama between Nevada Dems and Republicans over an internet meme. Want to get in touch? Follow us @CityCastVegas on Instagram, or email us at lasvegas@citycast.fm. You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719. For more Las Vegas news, make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter here. When the Supreme Court recently struck down the Trump-era ban on bump stocks, Las Vegans in particular took note — it was a bump stock that allowed the October 1 shooter to upgrade his weapon and cause so much carnage. So what happens to bump stock legislation now, and have we run out of all that bipartisan goodwill from the wake of the shooting? Today, co-host Dayvid Figler and executive producer Sonja Cho Swanson are joined by 8 News Now Morning anchor John Langeler. They talk about the bump stock ban, why a Las Vegas bottled water company was sued for $3 billion, and why Nic Cage was dismissed from jury duty (wrong answers only). Bonus content: We give you the rundown on the latest Twitter drama between Nevada Dems and Republicans over an internet meme.

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]]> 1883 Is Pahrump Actually … Fun? https://lasvegas.citycast.fm For many Las Vegans, the tiny town of Pahrump, about an hour outside of the city, exists as the butt of jokes, a dusty desert town with brothels, guns, and not much else. But today, Pahrump Valley Times sports editor Jimmy Romo joins co-host Sarah Lohman to tell her otherwise. He plans out a perfect day in Pahrump, which includes wineries, French pastries, a race car track, and, yes, a combo coffee-shop-and-gun store. Want to get in touch? Follow us @CityCastVegas on Instagram, or email us at lasvegas@citycast.fm. You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719. For more Las Vegas news, make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter here. Places mentioned in this episode: Charleston Peak Winery Stonewise Mead & Cider Artesian Cellars Sanders Family Winery The Source Dispensary The Calvada Eye Pahrump Nugget Hotel & Casino The ARCO on Basin and the 160 Mom’s Diner 2nd Amendment Gun Shop O Happy Bread Attic Fanatics Thrift Store Death Valley Marketplace Hypno Comics Bounty Hunter Saloon The Chicken Ranch Brothel Spring Mountain Motorsports Ranch Mountain Springs Saloon Thu, 20 Jun 2024 10:00:00 -0000 Is Pahrump Actually … Fun? full City Cast For many Las Vegans, the tiny town of Pahrump, about an hour outside of the city, exists as the butt of jokes, a dusty desert town with brothels, guns, and not much else. But today, Pahrump Valley Times sports editor Jimmy Romo joins co-host Sarah Lohman to tell her otherwise. He plans out a perfect day in Pahrump, which includes wineries, French pastries, a race car track, and, yes, a combo coffee-shop-and-gun store. Want to get in touch? Follow us @CityCastVegas on Instagram, or email us at lasvegas@citycast.fm. You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719. For more Las Vegas news, make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter here. Places mentioned in this episode: Charleston Peak Winery Stonewise Mead & Cider Artesian Cellars Sanders Family Winery The Source Dispensary The Calvada Eye Pahrump Nugget Hotel & Casino The ARCO on Basin and the 160 Mom’s Diner 2nd Amendment Gun Shop O Happy Bread Attic Fanatics Thrift Store Death Valley Marketplace Hypno Comics Bounty Hunter Saloon The Chicken Ranch Brothel Spring Mountain Motorsports Ranch Mountain Springs Saloon For many Las Vegans, the tiny town of Pahrump, about an hour outside of the city, exists as the butt of jokes, a dusty desert town with brothels, guns, and not much else. But today, Pahrump Valley Times sports editor Jimmy Romo joins co-host Sarah Lohman to tell her otherwise. He plans out a perfect day in Pahrump, which includes wineries, French pastries, a race car track, and, yes, a combo coffee-shop-and-gun store.

Want to get in touch? Follow us @CityCastVegas on Instagram, or email us at lasvegas@citycast.fm. You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719.

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Places mentioned in this episode:

Charleston Peak Winery

Stonewise Mead & Cider

Artesian Cellars

Sanders Family Winery

The Source Dispensary

The Calvada Eye

Pahrump Nugget Hotel & Casino

The ARCO on Basin and the 160

Mom’s Diner

2nd Amendment Gun Shop

O Happy Bread

Attic Fanatics Thrift Store

Death Valley Marketplace

Hypno Comics

Bounty Hunter Saloon

The Chicken Ranch Brothel

Spring Mountain Motorsports Ranch

Mountain Springs Saloon

]]> 1223 Nevada’s Top Pundit Deconstructs the Primary https://lasvegas.citycast.fm/podcasts The votes are in and the dust has settled: So what can we learn from last week’s primary? Jon Ralston, CEO and editor of the Nevada Independent, sits down with co-host Dayvid Figler, to discuss what the results tell us about voter turnout, the Culinary Union’s power, and the prospects of June’s winners this November. Quick reminder: We’re off tomorrow for Juneteenth (here’s a great list of ways to honor the holiday in Las Vegas) — so we’ll be back in your feeds on Thursday. Want to get in touch? Follow us @CityCastVegas on Instagram, or email us at lasvegas@citycast.fm. You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719. For more Las Vegas news, make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter here. Tue, 18 Jun 2024 10:00:00 -0000 Nevada’s Top Pundit Deconstructs the Primary full City Cast The votes are in and the dust has settled: So what can we learn from last week’s primary? Jon Ralston, CEO and editor of the Nevada Independent, sits down with co-host Dayvid Figler, to discuss what the results tell us about voter turnout, the Culinary Union’s power, and the prospects of June’s winners this November. Quick reminder: We’re off tomorrow for Juneteenth (here’s a great list of ways to honor the holiday in Las Vegas) — so we’ll be back in your feeds on Thursday. Want to get in touch? Follow us @CityCastVegas on Instagram, or email us at lasvegas@citycast.fm. You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719. For more Las Vegas news, make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter here. The votes are in and the dust has settled: So what can we learn from last week’s primary? Jon Ralston, CEO and editor of the Nevada Independent, sits down with co-host Dayvid Figler, to discuss what the results tell us about voter turnout, the Culinary Union’s power, and the prospects of June’s winners this November.

Quick reminder: We’re off tomorrow for Juneteenth (here’s a great list of ways to honor the holiday in Las Vegas) — so we’ll be back in your feeds on Thursday.

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]]> 1451 Why Do the Valley’s Top Water Users Keep Getting Away With It? https://lasvegas.citycast.fm/ Every year, the Las Vegas Valley Water District (LVVWD) releases its list of the top 100 residential water users — and every year, some of the same names show up at the top of the list: Casino moguls, professional athletes, and the wealthiest families in Las Vegas. So why does this list matter, and can it actually help us put a dent in our city’s water consumption? Today, co-host Sarah Lohman talks with Bronson Mack, Public Information Officer at LVVWD, about how these names end up on the list, and some new laws that could make enforcing water restrictions easier. Want to get in touch? Follow us @CityCastVegas on Instagram, or email us at lasvegas@citycast.fm. You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719. For more Las Vegas news, make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter here. Mon, 17 Jun 2024 10:00:00 -0000 Why Do the Valley’s Top Water Users Keep Getting Away With It? full City Cast Every year, the Las Vegas Valley Water District (LVVWD) releases its list of the top 100 residential water users — and every year, some of the same names show up at the top of the list: Casino moguls, professional athletes, and the wealthiest families in Las Vegas. So why does this list matter, and can it actually help us put a dent in our city’s water consumption? Today, co-host Sarah Lohman talks with Bronson Mack, Public Information Officer at LVVWD, about how these names end up on the list, and some new laws that could make enforcing water restrictions easier. Want to get in touch? Follow us @CityCastVegas on Instagram, or email us at lasvegas@citycast.fm. You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719. For more Las Vegas news, make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter here. Every year, the Las Vegas Valley Water District (LVVWD) releases its list of the top 100 residential water users — and every year, some of the same names show up at the top of the list: Casino moguls, professional athletes, and the wealthiest families in Las Vegas. So why does this list matter, and can it actually help us put a dent in our city’s water consumption? Today, co-host Sarah Lohman talks with Bronson Mack, Public Information Officer at LVVWD, about how these names end up on the list, and some new laws that could make enforcing water restrictions easier.

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]]> 1405 How the Primary Panned Out, Solar Scams, and More Mosquitoes Than Ever https://lasvegas.citycast.fm Most of the major races in the June 11th Primary Election have now been called — and that’s partly because there were fewer ballots than ever to count. Aside from the abysmal turnout, what other surprises did this election hold for us? Andrew Kiraly from TheList.Vegas lays it out for co-host Sarah Lohman and newsletter editor Rob Kachelriess. The team also talks about a new state board intended to curb solar panel scams, and why we’re seeing the highest number of mosquitoes this early in the season — and just how worried we should be about West Nile Virus. Become a member of City Cast Las Vegas today! Get all the details and sign up here.  Want to get in touch? Follow us @CityCastVegas on Instagram, or email us at lasvegas@citycast.fm. You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719. For more Las Vegas news, make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter here. Learn more about the sponsors of this June 14th episode:  Casino Collectibles Fri, 14 Jun 2024 10:00:00 -0000 How the Primary Panned Out, Solar Scams, and More Mosquitoes Than Ever full City Cast Most of the major races in the June 11th Primary Election have now been called — and that’s partly because there were fewer ballots than ever to count. Aside from the abysmal turnout, what other surprises did this election hold for us? Andrew Kiraly from TheList.Vegas lays it out for co-host Sarah Lohman and newsletter editor Rob Kachelriess. The team also talks about a new state board intended to curb solar panel scams, and why we’re seeing the highest number of mosquitoes this early in the season — and just how worried we should be about West Nile Virus. Become a member of City Cast Las Vegas today! Get all the details and sign up here.  Want to get in touch? Follow us @CityCastVegas on Instagram, or email us at lasvegas@citycast.fm. You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719. For more Las Vegas news, make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter here. Learn more about the sponsors of this June 14th episode:  Casino Collectibles Most of the major races in the June 11th Primary Election have now been called — and that’s partly because there were fewer ballots than ever to count. Aside from the abysmal turnout, what other surprises did this election hold for us? Andrew Kiraly from TheList.Vegas lays it out for co-host Sarah Lohman and newsletter editor Rob Kachelriess. The team also talks about a new state board intended to curb solar panel scams, and why we’re seeing the highest number of mosquitoes this early in the season — and just how worried we should be about West Nile Virus.

Become a member of City Cast Las Vegas today! Get all the details and sign up here. 

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]]> 2007 What Steakhouse Trends Reveal About Las Vegas https://lasvegas.citycast.fm Vegas is an old Western town, so that’s why steakhouses are such fixtures here … right? Well, not exactly. Culinary historian Sarah Lohman sits down with her co-host Dayvid Figler to trace the history of American steak from its home on the range, through the moneyed elite of NYC, and over to the casinos of Las Vegas. They talk about why our infamous steak and eggs breakfasts are so dang cheap, the rise of “clubstaurants,” and how one Vegas steakhouse out-bros them all (hint: DJs and a diamond-encrusted suitcase are involved). Steakhouses mentioned: Bob Taylor’s Ranch House Golden Steer Circus Circus Main St. Provisions El Cortez Coffee Shop Papi Steak at the Fontainebleau Echo & Rig Cote at the Venetian STK at the Cosmopolitan Cleaver Herbs and Rye Want to get in touch? Follow us @CityCastVegas on Instagram, or email us at lasvegas@citycast.fm. You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719. For more Las Vegas news, make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter here. Thu, 13 Jun 2024 10:00:00 -0000 What Steakhouse Trends Reveal About Las Vegas full City Cast Vegas is an old Western town, so that’s why steakhouses are such fixtures here … right? Well, not exactly. Culinary historian Sarah Lohman sits down with her co-host Dayvid Figler to trace the history of American steak from its home on the range, through the moneyed elite of NYC, and over to the casinos of Las Vegas. They talk about why our infamous steak and eggs breakfasts are so dang cheap, the rise of “clubstaurants,” and how one Vegas steakhouse out-bros them all (hint: DJs and a diamond-encrusted suitcase are involved). Steakhouses mentioned: Bob Taylor’s Ranch House Golden Steer Circus Circus Main St. Provisions El Cortez Coffee Shop Papi Steak at the Fontainebleau Echo & Rig Cote at the Venetian STK at the Cosmopolitan Cleaver Herbs and Rye Want to get in touch? Follow us @CityCastVegas on Instagram, or email us at lasvegas@citycast.fm. You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719. For more Las Vegas news, make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter here. Vegas is an old Western town, so that’s why steakhouses are such fixtures here … right? Well, not exactly. Culinary historian Sarah Lohman sits down with her co-host Dayvid Figler to trace the history of American steak from its home on the range, through the moneyed elite of NYC, and over to the casinos of Las Vegas. They talk about why our infamous steak and eggs breakfasts are so dang cheap, the rise of “clubstaurants,” and how one Vegas steakhouse out-bros them all (hint: DJs and a diamond-encrusted suitcase are involved).

Steakhouses mentioned:

  • Bob Taylor’s Ranch House
  • Golden Steer
  • Circus Circus
  • Main St. Provisions
  • El Cortez Coffee Shop
  • Papi Steak at the Fontainebleau
  • Echo & Rig
  • Cote at the Venetian
  • STK at the Cosmopolitan
  • Cleaver
  • Herbs and Rye

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]]> 1464 Why Aren’t Brothels Legal in Clark County? https://lasvegas.citycast.fm Nevada is the only state with legal prostitution — but only in certain counties. So why doesn’t Clark County, home to Sin City, have legal brothels? With prostitution arrests in the news again, we’re bringing back a conversation co-host Dayvid Figler had with UNLV sociology professor Barb Brents. They talk about why Clark County has held out against both decriminalizing prostitution and legalizing brothels, and what it would take to change those policies. Want to get in touch? Follow us @CityCastVegas on Instagram, or email us at lasvegas@citycast.fm. You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719. For more Las Vegas news, make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter here. Wed, 12 Jun 2024 10:00:00 -0000 Why Aren’t Brothels Legal in Clark County? full City Cast Nevada is the only state with legal prostitution — but only in certain counties. So why doesn’t Clark County, home to Sin City, have legal brothels? With prostitution arrests in the news again, we’re bringing back a conversation co-host Dayvid Figler had with UNLV sociology professor Barb Brents. They talk about why Clark County has held out against both decriminalizing prostitution and legalizing brothels, and what it would take to change those policies. Want to get in touch? Follow us @CityCastVegas on Instagram, or email us at lasvegas@citycast.fm. You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719. For more Las Vegas news, make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter here. Nevada is the only state with legal prostitution — but only in certain counties. So why doesn’t Clark County, home to Sin City, have legal brothels? With prostitution arrests in the news again, we’re bringing back a conversation co-host Dayvid Figler had with UNLV sociology professor Barb Brents. They talk about why Clark County has held out against both decriminalizing prostitution and legalizing brothels, and what it would take to change those policies.

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]]> 1511 The Rocky History of Pride in Las Vegas https://lasvegas.citycast.fm As the nation celebrates LGBTQ+ Pride Month, the city of Las Vegas holds off on throwing its Pride parade until October. While it might be obvious that the heat is a factor, there is also the surprising history of how Las Vegas struggled to become a queer-friendly city. Historian Dennis McBride is known as being the keeper of Las Vegas’s gay history. Co-host Dayvid Figler sits down with the lifelong Nevadan (born in Boulder City) to discuss the rocky history of Vegas’ acceptance of our LGBTQ+ community and his personal experiences throughout the years. You can find more information about Las Vegas’s LGBTQ+ History through UNLV’s Special Collections and Archives. Want to get in touch? Follow us @CityCastVegas on Instagram, or email us at lasvegas@citycast.fm. You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719. Want some more Las Vegas news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter here. Tue, 11 Jun 2024 10:00:00 -0000 The Rocky History of Pride in Las Vegas full City Cast As the nation celebrates LGBTQ+ Pride Month, the city of Las Vegas holds off on throwing its Pride parade until October. While it might be obvious that the heat is a factor, there is also the surprising history of how Las Vegas struggled to become a queer-friendly city. Historian Dennis McBride is known as being the keeper of Las Vegas’s gay history. Co-host Dayvid Figler sits down with the lifelong Nevadan (born in Boulder City) to discuss the rocky history of Vegas’ acceptance of our LGBTQ+ community and his personal experiences throughout the years. You can find more information about Las Vegas’s LGBTQ+ History through UNLV’s Special Collections and Archives. Want to get in touch? Follow us @CityCastVegas on Instagram, or email us at lasvegas@citycast.fm. You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719. Want some more Las Vegas news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter here. As the nation celebrates LGBTQ+ Pride Month, the city of Las Vegas holds off on throwing its Pride parade until October. While it might be obvious that the heat is a factor, there is also the surprising history of how Las Vegas struggled to become a queer-friendly city. Historian Dennis McBride is known as being the keeper of Las Vegas’s gay history. Co-host Dayvid Figler sits down with the lifelong Nevadan (born in Boulder City) to discuss the rocky history of Vegas’ acceptance of our LGBTQ+ community and his personal experiences throughout the years.

You can find more information about Las Vegas’s LGBTQ+ History through UNLV’s Special Collections and Archives.

Want to get in touch? Follow us @CityCastVegas on Instagram, or email us at lasvegas@citycast.fm. You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719.

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]]> 1396 Why Speed Dating Is on the Rise in Vegas https://lasvegas.citycast.fm/podcasts The general consensus about dating in Las Vegas seems to be: Yes, it sucks everywhere, but it’s even worse in our tourist-clogged town. Could speed dating, the newest trend in romance, be the answer? Co-host Sarah Lohman recently went to three speed dating events in Las Vegas to find out. She sits down with executive producer Sonja Cho Swanson to talk about app fatigue, how the speed dating events of today incorporate technology, and what to look for in your next in-person dating event. Speed dating events mentioned: Singles Night at the Ahern The Fun Singles Online Speed Dating Shuffle Dating Want to get in touch? Follow us @CityCastVegas on Instagram, or email us at lasvegas@citycast.fm. You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719. For more Las Vegas news, make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter here. Mon, 10 Jun 2024 10:00:00 -0000 Why Speed Dating Is on the Rise in Vegas full City Cast The general consensus about dating in Las Vegas seems to be: Yes, it sucks everywhere, but it’s even worse in our tourist-clogged town. Could speed dating, the newest trend in romance, be the answer? Co-host Sarah Lohman recently went to three speed dating events in Las Vegas to find out. She sits down with executive producer Sonja Cho Swanson to talk about app fatigue, how the speed dating events of today incorporate technology, and what to look for in your next in-person dating event. Speed dating events mentioned: Singles Night at the Ahern The Fun Singles Online Speed Dating Shuffle Dating Want to get in touch? Follow us @CityCastVegas on Instagram, or email us at lasvegas@citycast.fm. You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719. For more Las Vegas news, make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter here. The general consensus about dating in Las Vegas seems to be: Yes, it sucks everywhere, but it’s even worse in our tourist-clogged town. Could speed dating, the newest trend in romance, be the answer? Co-host Sarah Lohman recently went to three speed dating events in Las Vegas to find out. She sits down with executive producer Sonja Cho Swanson to talk about app fatigue, how the speed dating events of today incorporate technology, and what to look for in your next in-person dating event.

Speed dating events mentioned:

Singles Night at the Ahern

The Fun Singles Online Speed Dating

Shuffle Dating


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]]> 1410 An Airbnb Owner’s Massive Fine, the Absentee CCSD Trustee, and How Flava Flav Could Save Red Lobster https://lasvegas.citycast.fm Short-term rentals are hardly a settled matter in the Valley: This week, a disgruntled homeowner sued the City of Las Vegas, claiming the $180k in fines levied against him for operating an illegal Airbnb were excessive and unconstitutional. But what’s really at the heart of this case? Co-hosts Sarah Lohman and Dayvid Figler sit down with Nevada Current editor April Corbin Girnus to discuss. Next, the team tackles the unusual case of CCSD Trustee Katie Williams who might be violating the law by living outside her district (more specifically: in Nebraska) — and the political machinations that have turned this into such a heated fight. And last, a shout out to rapper, hype man, and Las Vegas local Flava Flav, who recently ordered the entire menu at Red Lobster in an effort to help keep the dying brand afloat. Will it work? Want to get in touch? Follow us @CityCastVegas on Instagram, or email us at lasvegas@citycast.fm. You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719. For more Las Vegas news, make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter here. Fri, 07 Jun 2024 10:00:00 -0000 An Airbnb Owner’s Massive Fine, the Absentee CCSD Trustee, and How Flava Flav Could Save Red Lobster full City Cast Short-term rentals are hardly a settled matter in the Valley: This week, a disgruntled homeowner sued the City of Las Vegas, claiming the $180k in fines levied against him for operating an illegal Airbnb were excessive and unconstitutional. But what’s really at the heart of this case? Co-hosts Sarah Lohman and Dayvid Figler sit down with Nevada Current editor April Corbin Girnus to discuss. Next, the team tackles the unusual case of CCSD Trustee Katie Williams who might be violating the law by living outside her district (more specifically: in Nebraska) — and the political machinations that have turned this into such a heated fight. And last, a shout out to rapper, hype man, and Las Vegas local Flava Flav, who recently ordered the entire menu at Red Lobster in an effort to help keep the dying brand afloat. Will it work? Want to get in touch? Follow us @CityCastVegas on Instagram, or email us at lasvegas@citycast.fm. You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719. For more Las Vegas news, make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter here. Short-term rentals are hardly a settled matter in the Valley: This week, a disgruntled homeowner sued the City of Las Vegas, claiming the $180k in fines levied against him for operating an illegal Airbnb were excessive and unconstitutional. But what’s really at the heart of this case? Co-hosts Sarah Lohman and Dayvid Figler sit down with Nevada Current editor April Corbin Girnus to discuss. Next, the team tackles the unusual case of CCSD Trustee Katie Williams who might be violating the law by living outside her district (more specifically: in Nebraska) — and the political machinations that have turned this into such a heated fight. And last, a shout out to rapper, hype man, and Las Vegas local Flava Flav, who recently ordered the entire menu at Red Lobster in an effort to help keep the dying brand afloat. Will it work?

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]]> 1952 Why Grocery Store Dining Is Underrated https://lasvegas.citycast.fm/ Most households stock their refrigerators and cupboards with items from a grocery store, but did you know you can also dine where you shop?! While we love new restaurants in this city, dining in at a grocery store can be an underrated way to save money while getting a great meal. We are bringing back this conversation with writer and City Cast contributor Brent Holmes, who tells co-host Dayvid Figler why grocery store dining is for everyone and shares the best meals from around the valley. We mentioned this episode from last year on where to take your date for dinner in Las Vegas. Grocery stores mentioned: Cardenas Markets El Super Seafood City 168 Market Rani’s World Foods Want to get in touch? Follow us @CityCastVegas on Instagram, or email us at lasvegas@citycast.fm. You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719. For more Las Vegas news, make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter here. Thu, 06 Jun 2024 10:00:00 -0000 Why Grocery Store Dining Is Underrated full City Cast Most households stock their refrigerators and cupboards with items from a grocery store, but did you know you can also dine where you shop?! While we love new restaurants in this city, dining in at a grocery store can be an underrated way to save money while getting a great meal. We are bringing back this conversation with writer and City Cast contributor Brent Holmes, who tells co-host Dayvid Figler why grocery store dining is for everyone and shares the best meals from around the valley. We mentioned this episode from last year on where to take your date for dinner in Las Vegas. Grocery stores mentioned: Cardenas Markets El Super Seafood City 168 Market Rani’s World Foods Want to get in touch? Follow us @CityCastVegas on Instagram, or email us at lasvegas@citycast.fm. You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719. For more Las Vegas news, make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter here. Most households stock their refrigerators and cupboards with items from a grocery store, but did you know you can also dine where you shop?! While we love new restaurants in this city, dining in at a grocery store can be an underrated way to save money while getting a great meal. We are bringing back this conversation with writer and City Cast contributor Brent Holmes, who tells co-host Dayvid Figler why grocery store dining is for everyone and shares the best meals from around the valley.

We mentioned this episode from last year on where to take your date for dinner in Las Vegas.

Grocery stores mentioned:

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]]> 1217 Is ‘The Hangover’ Still Relevant 15 Years Later? https://lasvegas.citycast.fm/podcasts Today is the 15th anniversary of ‘The Hangover’s’ theatrical release. It made history as the highest-grossing R-rated comedy and arguably the most successful movie about Las Vegas. ‘The Hangover’ follows a group of friends in town for a bachelor party — chaos ensues when they wake up to a missing groom and destroyed hotel room with no memory of what happened. Co-host Dayvid Figler sits down with movie maven David Rosen from the Piecing It Together podcast to talk about the film’s impact and if it was actually bad for Las Vegas. Hear more from David on the Piecing It Together podcast! Find out more about casino.org’s ‘The Hangover’ Suite giveaway here. Want to get in touch? Follow us @CityCastVegas on Instagram, or email us at lasvegas@citycast.fm. You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719. For more Las Vegas news, make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter here. Wed, 05 Jun 2024 10:00:00 -0000 Is ‘The Hangover’ Still Relevant 15 Years Later? full City Cast Today is the 15th anniversary of ‘The Hangover’s’ theatrical release. It made history as the highest-grossing R-rated comedy and arguably the most successful movie about Las Vegas. ‘The Hangover’ follows a group of friends in town for a bachelor party — chaos ensues when they wake up to a missing groom and destroyed hotel room with no memory of what happened. Co-host Dayvid Figler sits down with movie maven David Rosen from the Piecing It Together podcast to talk about the film’s impact and if it was actually bad for Las Vegas. Hear more from David on the Piecing It Together podcast! Find out more about casino.org’s ‘The Hangover’ Suite giveaway here. Want to get in touch? Follow us @CityCastVegas on Instagram, or email us at lasvegas@citycast.fm. You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719. For more Las Vegas news, make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter here. Today is the 15th anniversary of ‘The Hangover’s’ theatrical release. It made history as the highest-grossing R-rated comedy and arguably the most successful movie about Las Vegas. ‘The Hangover’ follows a group of friends in town for a bachelor party — chaos ensues when they wake up to a missing groom and destroyed hotel room with no memory of what happened. Co-host Dayvid Figler sits down with movie maven David Rosen from the Piecing It Together podcast to talk about the film’s impact and if it was actually bad for Las Vegas.

Hear more from David on the Piecing It Together podcast!

Find out more about casino.org’s ‘The Hangover’ Suite giveaway here.

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]]> 1297 Does Summerlin Deserve Its Reputation? https://lasvegas.citycast.fm/podcasts Whether you’ve grown up in Vegas or just moved here, you probably know Summerlin as the bougie part of town with abundant public spaces and scenic views. Residents in other parts of the valley can sometimes feel animosity towards Summerlin because it just seems to receive more resources than other parts of the city — but is that fair? Historian Geoff Schumacher, VP of exhibits and programs at The Mob Museum, and our resident Summerlin local, executive producer Sonja Cho Swanson, join co-host Sarah Lohman to share how Summerlin became the ultimate master-planned community, their favorite places, and why it might not deserve the hate. Make sure to check out Geoff’s book, “Sun, Sin & Suburbia: The History of Modern Las Vegas,” for his excellent chapter on Summerlin. Want to get in touch? Follow us @CityCastVegas on Instagram, or email us at lasvegas@citycast.fm. You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719. For more Las Vegas news, make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter here. Tue, 04 Jun 2024 10:00:00 -0000 Does Summerlin Deserve Its Reputation? full City Cast Whether you’ve grown up in Vegas or just moved here, you probably know Summerlin as the bougie part of town with abundant public spaces and scenic views. Residents in other parts of the valley can sometimes feel animosity towards Summerlin because it just seems to receive more resources than other parts of the city — but is that fair? Historian Geoff Schumacher, VP of exhibits and programs at The Mob Museum, and our resident Summerlin local, executive producer Sonja Cho Swanson, join co-host Sarah Lohman to share how Summerlin became the ultimate master-planned community, their favorite places, and why it might not deserve the hate. Make sure to check out Geoff’s book, “Sun, Sin & Suburbia: The History of Modern Las Vegas,” for his excellent chapter on Summerlin. Want to get in touch? Follow us @CityCastVegas on Instagram, or email us at lasvegas@citycast.fm. You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719. For more Las Vegas news, make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter here. Whether you’ve grown up in Vegas or just moved here, you probably know Summerlin as the bougie part of town with abundant public spaces and scenic views. Residents in other parts of the valley can sometimes feel animosity towards Summerlin because it just seems to receive more resources than other parts of the city — but is that fair? Historian Geoff Schumacher, VP of exhibits and programs at The Mob Museum, and our resident Summerlin local, executive producer Sonja Cho Swanson, join co-host Sarah Lohman to share how Summerlin became the ultimate master-planned community, their favorite places, and why it might not deserve the hate.

Make sure to check out Geoff’s book, “Sun, Sin & Suburbia: The History of Modern Las Vegas,” for his excellent chapter on Summerlin.

Want to get in touch? Follow us @CityCastVegas on Instagram, or email us at lasvegas@citycast.fm. You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719.

For more Las Vegas news, make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter here.

]]> 1486 Why the Badlands Battle Has Raged for 20 Years https://lasvegas.citycast.fm/podcasts The City of Las Vegas has been involved in heated litigation over the Badlands Golf Course for years — and it’s not going well. After their most recent loss in the Nevada Supreme Court this April, the city is on the hook for over $230 million. And now it’s become a topic of contention in this year’s mayoral race. So how did we get here? Co-host Sarah Lohman talks with Channel 13’s Steve Sebelius and Darcy Spears about the twists and turns in this mind-boggling battle, and what it could mean for all of us. Want to get in touch? Follow us @CityCastVegas on Instagram, or email us at lasvegas@citycast.fm. You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719. For more Las Vegas news, make sure to sign up for Hey Las Vegas, our morning newsletter, here. Mon, 03 Jun 2024 10:00:00 -0000 Why the Badlands Battle Has Raged for 20 Years full City Cast The City of Las Vegas has been involved in heated litigation over the Badlands Golf Course for years — and it’s not going well. After their most recent loss in the Nevada Supreme Court this April, the city is on the hook for over $230 million. And now it’s become a topic of contention in this year’s mayoral race. So how did we get here? Co-host Sarah Lohman talks with Channel 13’s Steve Sebelius and Darcy Spears about the twists and turns in this mind-boggling battle, and what it could mean for all of us. Want to get in touch? Follow us @CityCastVegas on Instagram, or email us at lasvegas@citycast.fm. You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719. For more Las Vegas news, make sure to sign up for Hey Las Vegas, our morning newsletter, here. The City of Las Vegas has been involved in heated litigation over the Badlands Golf Course for years — and it’s not going well. After their most recent loss in the Nevada Supreme Court this April, the city is on the hook for over $230 million. And now it’s become a topic of contention in this year’s mayoral race. So how did we get here? Co-host Sarah Lohman talks with Channel 13’s Steve Sebelius and Darcy Spears about the twists and turns in this mind-boggling battle, and what it could mean for all of us.

Want to get in touch? Follow us @CityCastVegas on Instagram, or email us at lasvegas@citycast.fm. You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719.

For more Las Vegas news, make sure to sign up for Hey Las Vegas, our morning newsletter, here.

]]> 1538 The Issue With Building on BLM Land, CCSD’s Tiniest School, and Farewell, Volcano! https://lasvegas.citycast.fm Politicians on all sides of the aisle have pushed the acquisition of federal lands on the outskirts of Las Vegas as a solution for our housing crisis. But is outward expansion the answer? On today’s news roundup, co-hosts Dayvid Figler and Sarah Lohman are joined by Nevada Current journalist Michael “MJ” Lyle, who recently interviewed housing experts about the problems with building out into the desert. Next up, the team looks at the growing fight over the possible shut-down of CCSD’s tiniest school, Lundy Elementary up on Mt. Charleston. And last, with the Mirage volcano’s demolition on the horizon, we talk about its storied history (was it really piña colada-scented?) and how we’ll pay tribute to this Strip icon. Last call: have you taken our audience survey yet? It really helps us out! And it only takes seven minutes, we promise. Find it at citycast.fm/survey. Want to get in touch? Follow us @CityCastVegas on Instagram, or email us at lasvegas@citycast.fm. You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719. For more Las Vegas news, make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter here. Fri, 31 May 2024 10:00:00 -0000 The Issue With Building on BLM Land, CCSD’s Tiniest School, and Farewell, Volcano! full City Cast Politicians on all sides of the aisle have pushed the acquisition of federal lands on the outskirts of Las Vegas as a solution for our housing crisis. But is outward expansion the answer? On today’s news roundup, co-hosts Dayvid Figler and Sarah Lohman are joined by Nevada Current journalist Michael “MJ” Lyle, who recently interviewed housing experts about the problems with building out into the desert. Next up, the team looks at the growing fight over the possible shut-down of CCSD’s tiniest school, Lundy Elementary up on Mt. Charleston. And last, with the Mirage volcano’s demolition on the horizon, we talk about its storied history (was it really piña colada-scented?) and how we’ll pay tribute to this Strip icon. Last call: have you taken our audience survey yet? It really helps us out! And it only takes seven minutes, we promise. Find it at citycast.fm/survey. Want to get in touch? Follow us @CityCastVegas on Instagram, or email us at lasvegas@citycast.fm. You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719. For more Las Vegas news, make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter here. Politicians on all sides of the aisle have pushed the acquisition of federal lands on the outskirts of Las Vegas as a solution for our housing crisis. But is outward expansion the answer? On today’s news roundup, co-hosts Dayvid Figler and Sarah Lohman are joined by Nevada Current journalist Michael “MJ” Lyle, who recently interviewed housing experts about the problems with building out into the desert. Next up, the team looks at the growing fight over the possible shut-down of CCSD’s tiniest school, Lundy Elementary up on Mt. Charleston. And last, with the Mirage volcano’s demolition on the horizon, we talk about its storied history (was it really piña colada-scented?) and how we’ll pay tribute to this Strip icon.

Last call: have you taken our audience survey yet? It really helps us out! And it only takes seven minutes, we promise. Find it at citycast.fm/survey.

Want to get in touch? Follow us @CityCastVegas on Instagram, or email us at lasvegas@citycast.fm. You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719.

For more Las Vegas news, make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter here.

]]> 2024 Your Guide to June in Las Vegas https://lasvegas.citycast.fm/ 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 Las Vegas community.  Looking for ways to survive a desert summer or which ice cream shops deliver to your house? Lucky for you, we’ve got it covered with our guide to June in Las Vegas. From how to celebrate Juneteenth to a Restaurant Week explainer, tune in for activity recommendations and tips that you’ll only hear from locals. If you are planning on escaping the heat like our co-host Sarah Lohman, check out our airport guide for all the secret spots. For even more tips on how to make the most of June in Las Vegas, check out Hey Las Vegas’s take on what to do this month.  And 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 Las Vegas. Interested in advertising with City Cast? Find more info here.  Reach us at lasvegas@citycast.fm.  We’re on social media! Follow us @CityCastVegas on Instagram. You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719. Thu, 30 May 2024 10:00:00 -0000 Your Guide to June in Las Vegas full City Cast 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 Las Vegas community.  Looking for ways to survive a desert summer or which ice cream shops deliver to your house? Lucky for you, we’ve got it covered with our guide to June in Las Vegas. From how to celebrate Juneteenth to a Restaurant Week explainer, tune in for activity recommendations and tips that you’ll only hear from locals. If you are planning on escaping the heat like our co-host Sarah Lohman, check out our airport guide for all the secret spots. For even more tips on how to make the most of June in Las Vegas, check out Hey Las Vegas’s take on what to do this month.  And 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 Las Vegas. Interested in advertising with City Cast? Find more info here.  Reach us at lasvegas@citycast.fm.  We’re on social media! Follow us @CityCastVegas on Instagram. You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719. 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 Las Vegas community. 

Looking for ways to survive a desert summer or which ice cream shops deliver to your house? Lucky for you, we’ve got it covered with our guide to June in Las Vegas. From how to celebrate Juneteenth to a Restaurant Week explainer, tune in for activity recommendations and tips that you’ll only hear from locals. If you are planning on escaping the heat like our co-host Sarah Lohman, check out our airport guide for all the secret spots.

For even more tips on how to make the most of June in Las Vegas, check out Hey Las Vegas’s take on what to do this month. 

And 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 Las Vegas.

Interested in advertising with City Cast? Find more info here. 

Reach us at lasvegas@citycast.fm. 

We’re on social media! Follow us @CityCastVegas on Instagram. You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719.

]]> 1625 The Hottest Races to Watch This Primary Season https://lasvegas.citycast.fm The pool of candidates is packed for the 2024 primary election coming up in June and with ballots already hitting mailboxes, now's the time to dive in. The Las Vegas Weekly’s Shannon Miller tells co-host Dayvid Figler which races are shaping up to be the most contentious, gives us a behind-the-scenes look at how their joint endorsements with the Las Vegas Sun were decided, and why primary elections — which just a handful of votes can sometimes decide — matter so much. You can find more coverage from Shannon at lasvegasweekly.com. Don’t forget: We’re doing our annual survey to learn more about our listeners! Do us a solid, and take the survey at citycast.fm/survey — it’s only 7 minutes long. Plus, anyone who takes the survey will be eligible to win a $250 Visa gift card (and City Cast City swag!). We’re on social media! Follow us @CityCastVegas on Instagram. You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719. Want some more Las Vegas news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter here. Wed, 29 May 2024 10:00:00 -0000 The Hottest Races to Watch This Primary Season full City Cast The pool of candidates is packed for the 2024 primary election coming up in June and with ballots already hitting mailboxes, now's the time to dive in. The Las Vegas Weekly’s Shannon Miller tells co-host Dayvid Figler which races are shaping up to be the most contentious, gives us a behind-the-scenes look at how their joint endorsements with the Las Vegas Sun were decided, and why primary elections — which just a handful of votes can sometimes decide — matter so much. You can find more coverage from Shannon at lasvegasweekly.com. Don’t forget: We’re doing our annual survey to learn more about our listeners! Do us a solid, and take the survey at citycast.fm/survey — it’s only 7 minutes long. Plus, anyone who takes the survey will be eligible to win a $250 Visa gift card (and City Cast City swag!). We’re on social media! Follow us @CityCastVegas on Instagram. You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719. Want some more Las Vegas news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter here. The pool of candidates is packed for the 2024 primary election coming up in June and with ballots already hitting mailboxes, now's the time to dive in. The Las Vegas Weekly’s Shannon Miller tells co-host Dayvid Figler which races are shaping up to be the most contentious, gives us a behind-the-scenes look at how their joint endorsements with the Las Vegas Sun were decided, and why primary elections — which just a handful of votes can sometimes decide — matter so much.

You can find more coverage from Shannon at lasvegasweekly.com.

Don’t forget: We’re doing our annual survey to learn more about our listeners! Do us a solid, and take the survey at citycast.fm/survey — it’s only 7 minutes long. Plus, anyone who takes the survey will be eligible to win a $250 Visa gift card (and City Cast City swag!).

We’re on social media! Follow us @CityCastVegas on Instagram. You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719.

Want some more Las Vegas news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter here.

]]> 1155 The Most Famous (Fake) Mayor of Las Vegas https://lasvegas.citycast.fm/podcasts For our final episode of Mayoral Mondays, we’re bringing you a very special interview with someone who is quite possibly the most famous (unelected) mayor of Las Vegas: Actress Lauren Weedman plays Vegas Mayor Pezzimenti in HBO’s Emmy award winning show “Hacks.” She and co-host Dayvid Figler sit down to talk about how she gets into character, the surprising Disney connection in her shellacked hairdo, and how actors and politicians have a lot more in common than you might think. PLUS! City Cast Las Vegas members get a special extended cut of this interview in their ad-free podcast feed. Not a member yet? Join the party! Want to get in touch? Follow us @CityCastVegas on Instagram, or email us at lasvegas@citycast.fm. You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719. For more Las Vegas news, make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter here. Tue, 28 May 2024 10:00:00 -0000 The Most Famous (Fake) Mayor of Las Vegas full City Cast For our final episode of Mayoral Mondays, we’re bringing you a very special interview with someone who is quite possibly the most famous (unelected) mayor of Las Vegas: Actress Lauren Weedman plays Vegas Mayor Pezzimenti in HBO’s Emmy award winning show “Hacks.” She and co-host Dayvid Figler sit down to talk about how she gets into character, the surprising Disney connection in her shellacked hairdo, and how actors and politicians have a lot more in common than you might think. PLUS! City Cast Las Vegas members get a special extended cut of this interview in their ad-free podcast feed. Not a member yet? Join the party! Want to get in touch? Follow us @CityCastVegas on Instagram, or email us at lasvegas@citycast.fm. You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719. For more Las Vegas news, make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter here. For our final episode of Mayoral Mondays, we’re bringing you a very special interview with someone who is quite possibly the most famous (unelected) mayor of Las Vegas: Actress Lauren Weedman plays Vegas Mayor Pezzimenti in HBO’s Emmy award winning show “Hacks.” She and co-host Dayvid Figler sit down to talk about how she gets into character, the surprising Disney connection in her shellacked hairdo, and how actors and politicians have a lot more in common than you might think.

PLUS! City Cast Las Vegas members get a special extended cut of this interview in their ad-free podcast feed. Not a member yet? Join the party!

Want to get in touch? Follow us @CityCastVegas on Instagram, or email us at lasvegas@citycast.fm. You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719.

For more Las Vegas news, make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter here.

]]> 1284 From City Cast Denver: Introducing ‘Lauren Boebert Can’t Lose’ Hey there! We are excited to share the trailer for a new special limited series from our friends and colleagues at City Cast Denver. If you’re a fan of what we do at City Cast, you’ll want to check it out: You’ve probably heard a story about Congresswoman Lauren Boebert. Like, how she got kicked out of a production of “Beetlejuice” for vaping and groping her date. Or, that time she heckled President Biden during his State of the Union address. Throughout it all, she keeps winning elections and amassing followers, so it’s hard not to watch her meteoric rise and wonder: What does it mean for the future of American Politics? Host Bree Davies and Executive Producer Paul Karolyi have been covering Boebert’s wildest moments on City Cast Denver for years. And with only a month until her make-or-break primary on June 25, they’re talking to former friends and rivals, supporters and detractors, real people throughout Colorado who have been affected by her work in Congress, and hopefully Lauren herself.  It’s a new limited series from City Cast, because no matter how you feel about her, you have to admit, it feels like Lauren Boebert Can’t Lose. Subscribe to Lauren Boebert Can’t Lose wherever you get your podcasts. Our first episode drops on May 15. Sat, 25 May 2024 10:00:00 -0000 From City Cast Denver: Introducing ‘Lauren Boebert Can’t Lose’ bonus City Cast Hey there! We are excited to share the trailer for a new special limited series from our friends and colleagues at City Cast Denver. If you’re a fan of what we do at City Cast, you’ll want to check it out: You’ve probably heard a story about Congresswoman Lauren Boebert. Like, how she got kicked out of a production of “Beetlejuice” for vaping and groping her date. Or, that time she heckled President Biden during his State of the Union address. Throughout it all, she keeps winning elections and amassing followers, so it’s hard not to watch her meteoric rise and wonder: What does it mean for the future of American Politics? Host Bree Davies and Executive Producer Paul Karolyi have been covering Boebert’s wildest moments on City Cast Denver for years. And with only a month until her make-or-break primary on June 25, they’re talking to former friends and rivals, supporters and detractors, real people throughout Colorado who have been affected by her work in Congress, and hopefully Lauren herself.  It’s a new limited series from City Cast, because no matter how you feel about her, you have to admit, it feels like Lauren Boebert Can’t Lose. Subscribe to Lauren Boebert Can’t Lose wherever you get your podcasts. Our first episode drops on May 15. Hey there! We are excited to share the trailer for a new special limited series from our friends and colleagues at City Cast Denver. If you’re a fan of what we do at City Cast, you’ll want to check it out:


You’ve probably heard a story about Congresswoman Lauren Boebert. Like, how she got kicked out of a production of “Beetlejuice” for vaping and groping her date. Or, that time she heckled President Biden during his State of the Union address. Throughout it all, she keeps winning elections and amassing followers, so it’s hard not to watch her meteoric rise and wonder: What does it mean for the future of American Politics?


Host Bree Davies and Executive Producer Paul Karolyi have been covering Boebert’s wildest moments on City Cast Denver for years. And with only a month until her make-or-break primary on June 25, they’re talking to former friends and rivals, supporters and detractors, real people throughout Colorado who have been affected by her work in Congress, and hopefully Lauren herself. 


It’s a new limited series from City Cast, because no matter how you feel about her, you have to admit, it feels like Lauren Boebert Can’t Lose.


Subscribe to Lauren Boebert Can’t Lose wherever you get your podcasts. Our first episode drops on May 15.

]]> 136 yes More F1 Lawsuits, a Controversial Campaign Ad, and Mayoral Art Exhibit https://lasvegas.citycast.fm/podcasts If you were in Las Vegas last year, odds are you were inconvenienced by the Formula 1 Grand Prix in some way. Now, local business owners are leading the charge to try and hold F1 and the county accountable for financial losses caused by the event and construction: The owner of Ellis Island is the first to file an actual lawsuit, but more businesses are expected to follow. Also, a controversial campaign ad triggers an ethics complaint for the district attorney, and an art exhibit focuses on the Goodmans' legacy. Co-hosts Sarah Lohman and Dayvid Figler are joined by artist and writer Vogue Robinson to break down this week’s headlines. Don’t forget: We’re doing our annual survey to learn more about our listeners! Do us a solid, and take the survey at citycast.fm/survey — it’s only 7 minutes long. Plus, anyone who takes the survey will be eligible to win a $250 Visa gift card (and City Cast City swag!). Want to get in touch? Follow us @CityCastVegas on Instagram, or email us at lasvegas@citycast.fm. You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719. Want some more Las Vegas news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter here. Fri, 24 May 2024 10:00:00 -0000 More F1 Lawsuits, a Controversial Campaign Ad, and Mayoral Art Exhibit full City Cast If you were in Las Vegas last year, odds are you were inconvenienced by the Formula 1 Grand Prix in some way. Now, local business owners are leading the charge to try and hold F1 and the county accountable for financial losses caused by the event and construction: The owner of Ellis Island is the first to file an actual lawsuit, but more businesses are expected to follow. Also, a controversial campaign ad triggers an ethics complaint for the district attorney, and an art exhibit focuses on the Goodmans' legacy. Co-hosts Sarah Lohman and Dayvid Figler are joined by artist and writer Vogue Robinson to break down this week’s headlines. Don’t forget: We’re doing our annual survey to learn more about our listeners! Do us a solid, and take the survey at citycast.fm/survey — it’s only 7 minutes long. Plus, anyone who takes the survey will be eligible to win a $250 Visa gift card (and City Cast City swag!). Want to get in touch? Follow us @CityCastVegas on Instagram, or email us at lasvegas@citycast.fm. You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719. Want some more Las Vegas news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter here. If you were in Las Vegas last year, odds are you were inconvenienced by the Formula 1 Grand Prix in some way. Now, local business owners are leading the charge to try and hold F1 and the county accountable for financial losses caused by the event and construction: The owner of Ellis Island is the first to file an actual lawsuit, but more businesses are expected to follow. Also, a controversial campaign ad triggers an ethics complaint for the district attorney, and an art exhibit focuses on the Goodmans' legacy. Co-hosts Sarah Lohman and Dayvid Figler are joined by artist and writer Vogue Robinson to break down this week’s headlines.

Don’t forget: We’re doing our annual survey to learn more about our listeners! Do us a solid, and take the survey at citycast.fm/survey — it’s only 7 minutes long. Plus, anyone who takes the survey will be eligible to win a $250 Visa gift card (and City Cast City swag!).

Want to get in touch? Follow us @CityCastVegas on Instagram, or email us at lasvegas@citycast.fm. You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719.

Want some more Las Vegas news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter here.

]]> 1895 Does Vegas Have Too Many Celebrity Chef Restaurants? https://lasvegas.citycast.fm As Gordon Ramsey and Lisa Vanderpump prepare to open their seventh (!) and third Las Vegas restaurants this summer, respectively, we wonder if this celebrity chef/owned restaurant trend has gone too far. We are revisiting a conversation co-host Sarah Lohman had with food writers Gemini Stevens and John Curtas. They share their spicy takes on celebrity chefs, why they all end up on the Strip, and which spots are actually worth visiting. Hear more from Gemini on the Food & Loathing podcast and from John at eatinglv.com! We’re on social media! Follow us @CityCastVegas on Instagram. You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719. Want some more Las Vegas news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter here. Thu, 23 May 2024 10:00:00 -0000 Does Vegas Have Too Many Celebrity Chef Restaurants? full City Cast As Gordon Ramsey and Lisa Vanderpump prepare to open their seventh (!) and third Las Vegas restaurants this summer, respectively, we wonder if this celebrity chef/owned restaurant trend has gone too far. We are revisiting a conversation co-host Sarah Lohman had with food writers Gemini Stevens and John Curtas. They share their spicy takes on celebrity chefs, why they all end up on the Strip, and which spots are actually worth visiting. Hear more from Gemini on the Food & Loathing podcast and from John at eatinglv.com! We’re on social media! Follow us @CityCastVegas on Instagram. You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719. Want some more Las Vegas news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter here. As Gordon Ramsey and Lisa Vanderpump prepare to open their seventh (!) and third Las Vegas restaurants this summer, respectively, we wonder if this celebrity chef/owned restaurant trend has gone too far. We are revisiting a conversation co-host Sarah Lohman had with food writers Gemini Stevens and John Curtas. They share their spicy takes on celebrity chefs, why they all end up on the Strip, and which spots are actually worth visiting.

Hear more from Gemini on the Food & Loathing podcast and from John at eatinglv.com!

We’re on social media! Follow us @CityCastVegas on Instagram. You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719.

Want some more Las Vegas news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter here.

]]> 1343 Why the Aces' Big New Sponsorship is Under Investigation https://lasvegas.citycast.fm/podcasts On Friday, the Las Vegas Convention and Visitors Authority announced an unprecedented new sponsorship program: $100k to each of the Las Vegas Aces players, from superstars to rookies. On the heels of that announcement, however, the WNBA confirmed that it would be investigating this sponsorship deal for possible violation of league rules. But why? Today, executive producer Sonja Cho Swanson talks with professor Nancy Lough, co-director of the UNLV Sports Innovation Institute, about the complicated rules of endorsements, sponsorships, and pay-to-play in pro sports — and how we can get to pay parity for female athletes. Don’t forget: We’re doing our annual survey to learn more about our listeners. We’d be grateful if you took the survey at citycast.fm/survey — it’s only 7 minutes long. You’ll be doing us a big favor. Plus, anyone who takes the survey will be eligible to win a $250 Visa gift card — and City Cast City swag! Want to get in touch? Follow us @CityCastVegas on Instagram, or email us at lasvegas@citycast.fm. You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719. Want some more Las Vegas news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter here. Wed, 22 May 2024 10:00:00 -0000 full City Cast On Friday, the Las Vegas Convention and Visitors Authority announced an unprecedented new sponsorship program: $100k to each of the Las Vegas Aces players, from superstars to rookies. On the heels of that announcement, however, the WNBA confirmed that it would be investigating this sponsorship deal for possible violation of league rules. But why? Today, executive producer Sonja Cho Swanson talks with professor Nancy Lough, co-director of the UNLV Sports Innovation Institute, about the complicated rules of endorsements, sponsorships, and pay-to-play in pro sports — and how we can get to pay parity for female athletes. Don’t forget: We’re doing our annual survey to learn more about our listeners. We’d be grateful if you took the survey at citycast.fm/survey — it’s only 7 minutes long. You’ll be doing us a big favor. Plus, anyone who takes the survey will be eligible to win a $250 Visa gift card — and City Cast City swag! Want to get in touch? Follow us @CityCastVegas on Instagram, or email us at lasvegas@citycast.fm. You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719. Want some more Las Vegas news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter here. On Friday, the Las Vegas Convention and Visitors Authority announced an unprecedented new sponsorship program: $100k to each of the Las Vegas Aces players, from superstars to rookies. On the heels of that announcement, however, the WNBA confirmed that it would be investigating this sponsorship deal for possible violation of league rules. But why? Today, executive producer Sonja Cho Swanson talks with professor Nancy Lough, co-director of the UNLV Sports Innovation Institute, about the complicated rules of endorsements, sponsorships, and pay-to-play in pro sports — and how we can get to pay parity for female athletes.


Don’t forget: We’re doing our annual survey to learn more about our listeners. We’d be grateful if you took the survey at citycast.fm/survey — it’s only 7 minutes long. You’ll be doing us a big favor. Plus, anyone who takes the survey will be eligible to win a $250 Visa gift card — and City Cast City swag!


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]]> 1300 The Top Scams in Las Vegas https://lasvegas.citycast.fm We love to gripe about getting “scammed” by a bad show that costs way too much, but what’s the difference between a bad deal and an honest-to-goodness scam? And how are people actually getting scammed in Las Vegas? Today, our co-host Sarah Lohman sits down with Celestia Ward, a card-carrying skeptic and co-host of Squaring the Strange, a podcast about critical thinking and evidence-based analysis. They talk about the biggest scams in Las Vegas, how you can avoid them, and why Las Vegans in particular should arm themselves with a healthy sense of skepticism. By the way: We’re doing our annual survey to learn more about our listeners. We’d be grateful if you took the survey at citycast.fm/survey — it’s only 7 minutes long. You’ll be doing us a big favor! Plus, anyone who takes the survey will be eligible to win a $250 Visa gift card — and City Cast City swag. Want to get in touch? Follow us @CityCastVegas on Instagram, or email us at lasvegas@citycast.fm. You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719. For more Las Vegas news, make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter here. Tue, 21 May 2024 10:00:00 -0000 The Top Scams in Las Vegas full City Cast We love to gripe about getting “scammed” by a bad show that costs way too much, but what’s the difference between a bad deal and an honest-to-goodness scam? And how are people actually getting scammed in Las Vegas? Today, our co-host Sarah Lohman sits down with Celestia Ward, a card-carrying skeptic and co-host of Squaring the Strange, a podcast about critical thinking and evidence-based analysis. They talk about the biggest scams in Las Vegas, how you can avoid them, and why Las Vegans in particular should arm themselves with a healthy sense of skepticism. By the way: We’re doing our annual survey to learn more about our listeners. We’d be grateful if you took the survey at citycast.fm/survey — it’s only 7 minutes long. You’ll be doing us a big favor! Plus, anyone who takes the survey will be eligible to win a $250 Visa gift card — and City Cast City swag. Want to get in touch? Follow us @CityCastVegas on Instagram, or email us at lasvegas@citycast.fm. You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719. For more Las Vegas news, make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter here. We love to gripe about getting “scammed” by a bad show that costs way too much, but what’s the difference between a bad deal and an honest-to-goodness scam? And how are people actually getting scammed in Las Vegas? Today, our co-host Sarah Lohman sits down with Celestia Ward, a card-carrying skeptic and co-host of Squaring the Strange, a podcast about critical thinking and evidence-based analysis. They talk about the biggest scams in Las Vegas, how you can avoid them, and why Las Vegans in particular should arm themselves with a healthy sense of skepticism.

By the way: We’re doing our annual survey to learn more about our listeners. We’d be grateful if you took the survey at citycast.fm/survey — it’s only 7 minutes long. You’ll be doing us a big favor! Plus, anyone who takes the survey will be eligible to win a $250 Visa gift card — and City Cast City swag.

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]]> 1293 The Best (and Worst) Takes in the Mayoral Race So Far https://lasvegas.citycast.fm/podcasts As the election heats up, our special series on the Las Vegas mayoral race draws to a close — and decision time is on the horizon. Co-hosts Sarah Lohman and Dayvid Figler sit down with executive producer Sonja Cho Swanson to talk about all 12 mayoral candidate questionnaires we received, our nine candidate interviews, and who had the best — and the worst — takes of them all. Plus, we share some insider tea from behind the scenes. Don’t forget, early voting starts on May 25th! You can find more information here. We’re on social media! Follow us @CityCastVegas on Instagram. You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719. Want some more Las Vegas news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter here. Mon, 20 May 2024 10:00:00 -0000 The Best (and Worst) Takes in the Mayoral Race So Far full City Cast As the election heats up, our special series on the Las Vegas mayoral race draws to a close — and decision time is on the horizon. Co-hosts Sarah Lohman and Dayvid Figler sit down with executive producer Sonja Cho Swanson to talk about all 12 mayoral candidate questionnaires we received, our nine candidate interviews, and who had the best — and the worst — takes of them all. Plus, we share some insider tea from behind the scenes. Don’t forget, early voting starts on May 25th! You can find more information here. We’re on social media! Follow us @CityCastVegas on Instagram. You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719. Want some more Las Vegas news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter here. As the election heats up, our special series on the Las Vegas mayoral race draws to a close — and decision time is on the horizon. Co-hosts Sarah Lohman and Dayvid Figler sit down with executive producer Sonja Cho Swanson to talk about all 12 mayoral candidate questionnaires we received, our nine candidate interviews, and who had the best — and the worst — takes of them all. Plus, we share some insider tea from behind the scenes.

Don’t forget, early voting starts on May 25th! You can find more information here.

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]]> 1640 What Public Safety Means to Mayoral Candidate Donna Miller https://lasvegas.citycast.fm/podcasts For our final candidate interview in our series on the Las Vegas mayoral race, co-host Sarah Lohman sits down with Donna Miller. Donna is a veteran nurse, former regional director for the AMR/MedicWest ambulance companies, and medical entrepreneur. She talks about why her vision for public safety encompasses emergency medical care, the economic potential of the medical district, and how her life experience has influenced her ideas for addressing homelessness in Las Vegas. We’re on social media! Follow us @CityCastVegas on Instagram. You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719. Want some more Las Vegas news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter here. Sun, 19 May 2024 10:00:00 -0000 What Public Safety Means to Mayoral Candidate Donna Miller full City Cast For our final candidate interview in our series on the Las Vegas mayoral race, co-host Sarah Lohman sits down with Donna Miller. Donna is a veteran nurse, former regional director for the AMR/MedicWest ambulance companies, and medical entrepreneur. She talks about why her vision for public safety encompasses emergency medical care, the economic potential of the medical district, and how her life experience has influenced her ideas for addressing homelessness in Las Vegas. We’re on social media! Follow us @CityCastVegas on Instagram. You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719. Want some more Las Vegas news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter here. For our final candidate interview in our series on the Las Vegas mayoral race, co-host Sarah Lohman sits down with Donna Miller. Donna is a veteran nurse, former regional director for the AMR/MedicWest ambulance companies, and medical entrepreneur. She talks about why her vision for public safety encompasses emergency medical care, the economic potential of the medical district, and how her life experience has influenced her ideas for addressing homelessness in Las Vegas.

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]]> 1927 How Eric Medlin Would Address Homelessness as Mayor https://lasvegas.citycast.fm Our special series on the Las Vegas mayoral race continues with small business owner Eric Medlin. He sits down with co-host Sarah Lohman to explain how helping unhoused people get mailboxes at his store prompted him to run for mayor. They talk about housing, education, and his unique approach to his campaign. Find more of our coverage on the Las Vegas mayoral race here. We’re on social media! Follow us @CityCastVegas on Instagram. You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719. Want some more Las Vegas news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter here. Sat, 18 May 2024 10:00:00 -0000 How Eric Medlin Would Address Homelessness as Mayor full City Cast Our special series on the Las Vegas mayoral race continues with small business owner Eric Medlin. He sits down with co-host Sarah Lohman to explain how helping unhoused people get mailboxes at his store prompted him to run for mayor. They talk about housing, education, and his unique approach to his campaign. Find more of our coverage on the Las Vegas mayoral race here. We’re on social media! Follow us @CityCastVegas on Instagram. You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719. Want some more Las Vegas news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter here. Our special series on the Las Vegas mayoral race continues with small business owner Eric Medlin. He sits down with co-host Sarah Lohman to explain how helping unhoused people get mailboxes at his store prompted him to run for mayor. They talk about housing, education, and his unique approach to his campaign.

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]]> 1412 Why Culinary Went on Strike, Pushback on Yucca Mountain, and the EDC Invasion https://lasvegas.citycast.fm This past weekend, the Culinary Union went on strike for the first time in over 20 years. But even if it was just a two-day “mini strike,” will this flex get them a new contract from Virgin? Co-hosts Dayvid Figler and Sarah Lohman are joined by producer Layla Muhammad to discuss this and Culinary’s other power move, de-endorsing political candidates. Then, we find out why our state senators are trying to take Yucca Mountain out of the nuclear waste storage conversation, and lastly, we discuss the do’s and don’ts of avoiding the Electric Daisy Carnival crowd. Plus, our DJ names and sets, coming to a retirement community near you. We’re on social media! Follow us @CityCastVegas on Instagram. You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719. Want some more Las Vegas news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter here. Fri, 17 May 2024 10:00:00 -0000 Why Culinary Went on Strike, Pushback on Yucca Mountain, and the EDC Invasion full City Cast This past weekend, the Culinary Union went on strike for the first time in over 20 years. But even if it was just a two-day “mini strike,” will this flex get them a new contract from Virgin? Co-hosts Dayvid Figler and Sarah Lohman are joined by producer Layla Muhammad to discuss this and Culinary’s other power move, de-endorsing political candidates. Then, we find out why our state senators are trying to take Yucca Mountain out of the nuclear waste storage conversation, and lastly, we discuss the do’s and don’ts of avoiding the Electric Daisy Carnival crowd. Plus, our DJ names and sets, coming to a retirement community near you. We’re on social media! Follow us @CityCastVegas on Instagram. You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719. Want some more Las Vegas news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter here. This past weekend, the Culinary Union went on strike for the first time in over 20 years. But even if it was just a two-day “mini strike,” will this flex get them a new contract from Virgin? Co-hosts Dayvid Figler and Sarah Lohman are joined by producer Layla Muhammad to discuss this and Culinary’s other power move, de-endorsing political candidates. Then, we find out why our state senators are trying to take Yucca Mountain out of the nuclear waste storage conversation, and lastly, we discuss the do’s and don’ts of avoiding the Electric Daisy Carnival crowd. Plus, our DJ names and sets, coming to a retirement community near you.

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]]> 1929 The Hottest New Chefs in Vegas https://lasvegas.citycast.fm While international names like Wolfgang Puck put Vegas fine dining on the map, the last decade has seen a quieter grassroots revolution: A growing wave of chefs leaving the Strip and transforming our home-grown restaurant scene. Today, co-host Sarah Lohman sits down with Jolene Mannina, a hospitality industry veteran and founder of the pop-up incubator Secret Burger. Jolene tells us about the hottest new chefs who’ve made their mark on Las Vegas and where to try their food. Chefs mentioned in this episode: Brian Howard - Sparrow & Wolf & Half Bird Chicken & Beer Nicole Brisson - Brezza & Bar Zazu Roy Ellamar - Fine Company Steve Kessler - Aroma Latin American Cocina James Trees - Esther's Kitchen, Al Solito Posto & Ada’s Gina Marinelli - La Strega & Harlo  Jamie Tran - Black Sheep We’re on social media! Follow us @CityCastVegas on Instagram. You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719. Want some more Las Vegas news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter here. Thu, 16 May 2024 10:00:00 -0000 The Hottest New Chefs in Vegas full City Cast While international names like Wolfgang Puck put Vegas fine dining on the map, the last decade has seen a quieter grassroots revolution: A growing wave of chefs leaving the Strip and transforming our home-grown restaurant scene. Today, co-host Sarah Lohman sits down with Jolene Mannina, a hospitality industry veteran and founder of the pop-up incubator Secret Burger. Jolene tells us about the hottest new chefs who’ve made their mark on Las Vegas and where to try their food. Chefs mentioned in this episode: Brian Howard - Sparrow & Wolf & Half Bird Chicken & Beer Nicole Brisson - Brezza & Bar Zazu Roy Ellamar - Fine Company Steve Kessler - Aroma Latin American Cocina James Trees - Esther's Kitchen, Al Solito Posto & Ada’s Gina Marinelli - La Strega & Harlo  Jamie Tran - Black Sheep We’re on social media! Follow us @CityCastVegas on Instagram. You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719. Want some more Las Vegas news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter here. While international names like Wolfgang Puck put Vegas fine dining on the map, the last decade has seen a quieter grassroots revolution: A growing wave of chefs leaving the Strip and transforming our home-grown restaurant scene. Today, co-host Sarah Lohman sits down with Jolene Mannina, a hospitality industry veteran and founder of the pop-up incubator Secret Burger. Jolene tells us about the hottest new chefs who’ve made their mark on Las Vegas and where to try their food.

Chefs mentioned in this episode:

Brian Howard - Sparrow & Wolf & Half Bird Chicken & Beer

Nicole Brisson - Brezza & Bar Zazu

Roy Ellamar - Fine Company

Steve Kessler - Aroma Latin American Cocina

James Trees - Esther's Kitchen, Al Solito Posto & Ada’s

Gina Marinelli - La Strega & Harlo 

Jamie Tran - Black Sheep

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]]> 1465 Should Grads Get to Wear What They Want to Commencement? https://lasvegas.citycast.fm As graduation ceremonies occur across the country, you might notice more decorated attire in Nevada. This is the first spring graduation since Nevada passed a law allowing students to decorate their grad caps and robes with religious or cultural regalia. Despite the law, earlier this month at Eldorado High School, a student was told she couldn’t wear a stole honoring her family’s heritage. Ultimately, the student was allowed to wear her stole, but this shows how the practice can be controversial. Today, we revisit a conversation with Dr. Sheila Bock, a folklorist at UNLV. She tells co-host Dayvid Figler how grad garb became so contentious and what happens when students use robes and mortarboards as a form of expression. We’re on social media! Follow us @CityCastVegas on Instagram. You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719. Want some more Las Vegas news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter here. Wed, 15 May 2024 10:00:00 -0000 Should Grads Get to Wear What They Want to Commencement? full City Cast As graduation ceremonies occur across the country, you might notice more decorated attire in Nevada. This is the first spring graduation since Nevada passed a law allowing students to decorate their grad caps and robes with religious or cultural regalia. Despite the law, earlier this month at Eldorado High School, a student was told she couldn’t wear a stole honoring her family’s heritage. Ultimately, the student was allowed to wear her stole, but this shows how the practice can be controversial. Today, we revisit a conversation with Dr. Sheila Bock, a folklorist at UNLV. She tells co-host Dayvid Figler how grad garb became so contentious and what happens when students use robes and mortarboards as a form of expression. We’re on social media! Follow us @CityCastVegas on Instagram. You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719. Want some more Las Vegas news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter here. As graduation ceremonies occur across the country, you might notice more decorated attire in Nevada. This is the first spring graduation since Nevada passed a law allowing students to decorate their grad caps and robes with religious or cultural regalia. Despite the law, earlier this month at Eldorado High School, a student was told she couldn’t wear a stole honoring her family’s heritage. Ultimately, the student was allowed to wear her stole, but this shows how the practice can be controversial. Today, we revisit a conversation with Dr. Sheila Bock, a folklorist at UNLV. She tells co-host Dayvid Figler how grad garb became so contentious and what happens when students use robes and mortarboards as a form of expression.

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]]> 1304 Has Vegas Entertainment Priced Out Locals? https://lasvegas.citycast.fm/podcasts The entertainment and dining options in Las Vegas look very different than they did a few years ago (see: the Sphere). But as our options grow along with our city, have locals been priced out of the fun? A recent survey found that a single person would need to make upwards of $94,000 to live comfortably in Las Vegas, including spending money for “wants like entertainment and hobbies.” In reality, the median income in Las Vegas falls behind the national number at $66,356. Co-host Sarah Lohman sits down with longtime locals co-host Dayvid Figler and Hey Las Vegas editor Rob Kachelreiss to discuss what’s changed and where locals can find affordable entertainment. We’re on social media! Follow us @CityCastVegas on Instagram. You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719. Want some more Las Vegas news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter here. Tue, 14 May 2024 10:00:00 -0000 Has Vegas Entertainment Priced Out Locals? full City Cast The entertainment and dining options in Las Vegas look very different than they did a few years ago (see: the Sphere). But as our options grow along with our city, have locals been priced out of the fun? A recent survey found that a single person would need to make upwards of $94,000 to live comfortably in Las Vegas, including spending money for “wants like entertainment and hobbies.” In reality, the median income in Las Vegas falls behind the national number at $66,356. Co-host Sarah Lohman sits down with longtime locals co-host Dayvid Figler and Hey Las Vegas editor Rob Kachelreiss to discuss what’s changed and where locals can find affordable entertainment. We’re on social media! Follow us @CityCastVegas on Instagram. You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719. Want some more Las Vegas news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter here. The entertainment and dining options in Las Vegas look very different than they did a few years ago (see: the Sphere). But as our options grow along with our city, have locals been priced out of the fun? A recent survey found that a single person would need to make upwards of $94,000 to live comfortably in Las Vegas, including spending money for “wants like entertainment and hobbies.” In reality, the median income in Las Vegas falls behind the national number at $66,356. Co-host Sarah Lohman sits down with longtime locals co-host Dayvid Figler and Hey Las Vegas editor Rob Kachelreiss to discuss what’s changed and where locals can find affordable entertainment.

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]]> 1447 How Mayoral Candidate Victoria Seaman Sees the Future of Vegas https://lasvegas.citycast.fm/podcasts Early voting for the upcoming primary election is right around the corner — it starts on May 25th — and while only about a third of the valley can vote for the mayor of Las Vegas (here’s why), it matters for all of us. In our latest episode of Mayoral Mondays, co-host Dayvid Figler sits down with mayoral candidate Victoria Seaman. Victoria is a UNLV alum and former businesswoman who was elected to the Las Vegas City Council in 2019, where she has represented Ward 2 since. We chat about her stance on the Badlands lawsuits, her advocacy for animals, and how her two personal lawsuits against the city influence her views on safety and transparency. We’re on social media! Follow us @CityCastVegas on Instagram. You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719. Want some more Las Vegas news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter here. Mon, 13 May 2024 10:00:00 -0000 How Mayoral Candidate Victoria Seaman Sees the Future of Vegas full City Cast Early voting for the upcoming primary election is right around the corner — it starts on May 25th — and while only about a third of the valley can vote for the mayor of Las Vegas (here’s why), it matters for all of us. In our latest episode of Mayoral Mondays, co-host Dayvid Figler sits down with mayoral candidate Victoria Seaman. Victoria is a UNLV alum and former businesswoman who was elected to the Las Vegas City Council in 2019, where she has represented Ward 2 since. We chat about her stance on the Badlands lawsuits, her advocacy for animals, and how her two personal lawsuits against the city influence her views on safety and transparency. We’re on social media! Follow us @CityCastVegas on Instagram. You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719. Want some more Las Vegas news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter here. Early voting for the upcoming primary election is right around the corner — it starts on May 25th — and while only about a third of the valley can vote for the mayor of Las Vegas (here’s why), it matters for all of us. In our latest episode of Mayoral Mondays, co-host Dayvid Figler sits down with mayoral candidate Victoria Seaman. Victoria is a UNLV alum and former businesswoman who was elected to the Las Vegas City Council in 2019, where she has represented Ward 2 since. We chat about her stance on the Badlands lawsuits, her advocacy for animals, and how her two personal lawsuits against the city influence her views on safety and transparency.

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]]> 1939 Why Lynn Baird Wants To Be the Family Values Mayor https://lasvegas.citycast.fm Our special series on Las Vegas’s mayoral race continues with co-host Dayvid Figler interviewing candidate Lynn Baird, a longtime Las Vegan who worked for decades at Nevada’s Department of Employment Training and Rehabilitation. Lynn explains his platform based on promoting more moral principles and family values, his plans for affordable housing, and enforcing laws in Las Vegas. Find more of our coverage on the Las Vegas mayoral race here. We’re on social media! Follow us @CityCastVegas on Instagram. You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719. Want some more Las Vegas news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter here. Sun, 12 May 2024 10:00:00 -0000 Why Lynn Baird Wants To Be the Family Values Mayor full City Cast Our special series on Las Vegas’s mayoral race continues with co-host Dayvid Figler interviewing candidate Lynn Baird, a longtime Las Vegan who worked for decades at Nevada’s Department of Employment Training and Rehabilitation. Lynn explains his platform based on promoting more moral principles and family values, his plans for affordable housing, and enforcing laws in Las Vegas. Find more of our coverage on the Las Vegas mayoral race here. We’re on social media! Follow us @CityCastVegas on Instagram. You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719. Want some more Las Vegas news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter here. Our special series on Las Vegas’s mayoral race continues with co-host Dayvid Figler interviewing candidate Lynn Baird, a longtime Las Vegan who worked for decades at Nevada’s Department of Employment Training and Rehabilitation. Lynn explains his platform based on promoting more moral principles and family values, his plans for affordable housing, and enforcing laws in Las Vegas.

Find more of our coverage on the Las Vegas mayoral race here.

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]]> 1476 Mayoral Candidate Kara Jenkins on Her Hopes for Las Vegas https://lasvegas.citycast.fm For our special series on the race for Las Vegas mayor, candidate Kara Jenkins sits down with executive producer Sonja Cho Swanson. Kara, or KJ, currently serves as the Nevada Equal Rights Commission administrator and has been a public servant for 10 years under Governors Brian Sandoval, Steve Sisolak, and Joe Lombardo. They talk about encouraging young voters, what the role should entail, and how she hopes to be a mayor for everyone. Find more of our coverage on the Las Vegas mayoral race here. We’re on social media! Follow us @CityCastVegas on Instagram. You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719. Want some more Las Vegas news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter here. Sat, 11 May 2024 10:00:00 -0000 Mayoral Candidate Kara Jenkins on Her Hopes for Las Vegas full City Cast For our special series on the race for Las Vegas mayor, candidate Kara Jenkins sits down with executive producer Sonja Cho Swanson. Kara, or KJ, currently serves as the Nevada Equal Rights Commission administrator and has been a public servant for 10 years under Governors Brian Sandoval, Steve Sisolak, and Joe Lombardo. They talk about encouraging young voters, what the role should entail, and how she hopes to be a mayor for everyone. Find more of our coverage on the Las Vegas mayoral race here. We’re on social media! Follow us @CityCastVegas on Instagram. You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719. Want some more Las Vegas news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter here. For our special series on the race for Las Vegas mayor, candidate Kara Jenkins sits down with executive producer Sonja Cho Swanson. Kara, or KJ, currently serves as the Nevada Equal Rights Commission administrator and has been a public servant for 10 years under Governors Brian Sandoval, Steve Sisolak, and Joe Lombardo. They talk about encouraging young voters, what the role should entail, and how she hopes to be a mayor for everyone.

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]]> 1822 Why Lovers and Friends Was Canceled, Questionable CCSD Raises, and an Airport Rideshare Scam https://lasvegas.citycast.fm After the music festival Lovers and Friends was precipitously canceled due to high winds, rumors began spreading among disappointed fans on social media: Was windy weather really to blame? Could there have been a credible threat of violence behind all this? On today’s Friday news roundup, co-hosts Sarah Lohman and Dayvid Figler sit down with contributor Andrew Kiraly, creator of the thelist.Vegas, to dispel these rumors and talk about how festivals can do better by their fans. Next up, the team tackles the ugly politics around some massive pay raises that former CCSD superintendent Jesus Jara put into place right before leaving. And lastly, a rideshare scam is making the pickup area at Harry Reid International even more chaotic — here’s what to watch out for. And don’t forget: We’ve got two pairs of tickets to give away to the NV Indy’s upcoming Mayoral candidate forum on May 15 — but here’s the catch, the giveaway is just for members. So make sure to join by Monday to be entered for the tickets. We’re on social media! Follow us @CityCastVegas on Instagram. You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719. Want some more Las Vegas news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter here. Fri, 10 May 2024 10:00:00 -0000 Why Lovers and Friends Was Canceled, Questionable CCSD Raises, and an Airport Rideshare Scam full City Cast After the music festival Lovers and Friends was precipitously canceled due to high winds, rumors began spreading among disappointed fans on social media: Was windy weather really to blame? Could there have been a credible threat of violence behind all this? On today’s Friday news roundup, co-hosts Sarah Lohman and Dayvid Figler sit down with contributor Andrew Kiraly, creator of the thelist.Vegas, to dispel these rumors and talk about how festivals can do better by their fans. Next up, the team tackles the ugly politics around some massive pay raises that former CCSD superintendent Jesus Jara put into place right before leaving. And lastly, a rideshare scam is making the pickup area at Harry Reid International even more chaotic — here’s what to watch out for. And don’t forget: We’ve got two pairs of tickets to give away to the NV Indy’s upcoming Mayoral candidate forum on May 15 — but here’s the catch, the giveaway is just for members. So make sure to join by Monday to be entered for the tickets. We’re on social media! Follow us @CityCastVegas on Instagram. You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719. Want some more Las Vegas news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter here. After the music festival Lovers and Friends was precipitously canceled due to high winds, rumors began spreading among disappointed fans on social media: Was windy weather really to blame? Could there have been a credible threat of violence behind all this? On today’s Friday news roundup, co-hosts Sarah Lohman and Dayvid Figler sit down with contributor Andrew Kiraly, creator of the thelist.Vegas, to dispel these rumors and talk about how festivals can do better by their fans. Next up, the team tackles the ugly politics around some massive pay raises that former CCSD superintendent Jesus Jara put into place right before leaving. And lastly, a rideshare scam is making the pickup area at Harry Reid International even more chaotic — here’s what to watch out for.

And don’t forget: We’ve got two pairs of tickets to give away to the NV Indy’s upcoming Mayoral candidate forum on May 15 — but here’s the catch, the giveaway is just for members. So make sure to join by Monday to be entered for the tickets.

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]]> 2171 A Tea Sommelier’s Guide to Tea in Vegas https://lasvegas.citycast.fm/ You’ve heard of wine sommeliers — but have you heard of a tea sommelier? Today, co-host Sarah Lohman sits down with Yukino Aoshima, an actual tea sommelier in Las Vegas who consults with restaurants and teaches classes. Yukino explains how tea programs work at high-end Vegas restaurants, the best way to order tea, boba, and matcha at cafes, and where to buy tea and brew the best cup ever at home. Tea places mentioned in this episode: Block 16 Urban Food Hall at the Cosmopolitan Bang Bar at the Cosmopolitan Tao at the Venetian Brew Tea Bar (multiple locations) Sheffield Spice & Tea on Eastern Grand Yunnan Tea on Sahara Tea and Whisk on Jones Vesta Coffee downtown and Summerlin We’re on social media! Follow us @CityCastVegas on Instagram. You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719. Want some more Las Vegas news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter here. Thu, 09 May 2024 10:00:00 -0000 A Tea Sommelier’s Guide to Tea in Vegas full City Cast You’ve heard of wine sommeliers — but have you heard of a tea sommelier? Today, co-host Sarah Lohman sits down with Yukino Aoshima, an actual tea sommelier in Las Vegas who consults with restaurants and teaches classes. Yukino explains how tea programs work at high-end Vegas restaurants, the best way to order tea, boba, and matcha at cafes, and where to buy tea and brew the best cup ever at home. Tea places mentioned in this episode: Block 16 Urban Food Hall at the Cosmopolitan Bang Bar at the Cosmopolitan Tao at the Venetian Brew Tea Bar (multiple locations) Sheffield Spice & Tea on Eastern Grand Yunnan Tea on Sahara Tea and Whisk on Jones Vesta Coffee downtown and Summerlin We’re on social media! Follow us @CityCastVegas on Instagram. You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719. Want some more Las Vegas news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter here. You’ve heard of wine sommeliers — but have you heard of a tea sommelier? Today, co-host Sarah Lohman sits down with Yukino Aoshima, an actual tea sommelier in Las Vegas who consults with restaurants and teaches classes. Yukino explains how tea programs work at high-end Vegas restaurants, the best way to order tea, boba, and matcha at cafes, and where to buy tea and brew the best cup ever at home.

Tea places mentioned in this episode:

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]]> 1375 An Insider’s Guide to Country Music in Vegas Blake Shelton’s new country music venue Ole Red has brought the current country trend to Las Vegas. In a city that has always loved the genre, you can find local artists performing originals and the classics all over town. Longtime local musician Paige Overton shares her insider’s perspective on the local country music scene, how the community rallied after tragedy, and where to go whether you are an oldies fan or casual listener (and even how to join them on the dance floor). Venues mentioned in this episode: Ole Red on the Strip Taverna Costera in the Arts District Fat Cat at Downtown Grand Gilly’s at Treasure Island Stoney’s Rockin’ Country at Town Square Brooklyn Bowl in the Linq Promenade We’re on social media! Follow us @CityCastVegas on Instagram. You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719. Want some more Las Vegas news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter here. Wed, 08 May 2024 10:00:00 -0000 An Insider’s Guide to Country Music in Vegas full City Cast Blake Shelton’s new country music venue Ole Red has brought the current country trend to Las Vegas. In a city that has always loved the genre, you can find local artists performing originals and the classics all over town. Longtime local musician Paige Overton shares her insider’s perspective on the local country music scene, how the community rallied after tragedy, and where to go whether you are an oldies fan or casual listener (and even how to join them on the dance floor). Venues mentioned in this episode: Ole Red on the Strip Taverna Costera in the Arts District Fat Cat at Downtown Grand Gilly’s at Treasure Island Stoney’s Rockin’ Country at Town Square Brooklyn Bowl in the Linq Promenade We’re on social media! Follow us @CityCastVegas on Instagram. You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719. Want some more Las Vegas news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter here. Blake Shelton’s new country music venue Ole Red has brought the current country trend to Las Vegas. In a city that has always loved the genre, you can find local artists performing originals and the classics all over town. Longtime local musician Paige Overton shares her insider’s perspective on the local country music scene, how the community rallied after tragedy, and where to go whether you are an oldies fan or casual listener (and even how to join them on the dance floor).


Venues mentioned in this episode:

Ole Red on the Strip

Taverna Costera in the Arts District

Fat Cat at Downtown Grand

Gilly’s at Treasure Island

Stoney’s Rockin’ Country at Town Square

Brooklyn Bowl in the Linq Promenade


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]]> 1194 Is Flag Football The Future of High School Sports in Vegas? https://lasvegas.citycast.fm/podcasts Flag football has grown a lot as a sport since it reached Clark County high schools in 2012. Recently approved to debut at the 2028 Olympics in Los Angeles, the sport has gained attention among girls and people concerned about brain injuries such as chronic traumatic encephalopathy, or CTE. In partnership with the Raiders, UNLV’s School of Public Health developed the RUSH program to address mental health for middle school girls by increasing their awareness of the rapidly-growing sport of flag football. Professor Dr. Jennifer Pharr shares details about the program and the future of high school sports in Las Vegas with co-host Dayvid Figler. We’re on social media! Follow us @CityCastVegas on Instagram. You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719. Want some more Las Vegas news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter here. Tue, 07 May 2024 10:00:00 -0000 Is Flag Football The Future of High School Sports in Vegas? full City Cast Flag football has grown a lot as a sport since it reached Clark County high schools in 2012. Recently approved to debut at the 2028 Olympics in Los Angeles, the sport has gained attention among girls and people concerned about brain injuries such as chronic traumatic encephalopathy, or CTE. In partnership with the Raiders, UNLV’s School of Public Health developed the RUSH program to address mental health for middle school girls by increasing their awareness of the rapidly-growing sport of flag football. Professor Dr. Jennifer Pharr shares details about the program and the future of high school sports in Las Vegas with co-host Dayvid Figler. We’re on social media! Follow us @CityCastVegas on Instagram. You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719. Want some more Las Vegas news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter here. Flag football has grown a lot as a sport since it reached Clark County high schools in 2012. Recently approved to debut at the 2028 Olympics in Los Angeles, the sport has gained attention among girls and people concerned about brain injuries such as chronic traumatic encephalopathy, or CTE. In partnership with the Raiders, UNLV’s School of Public Health developed the RUSH program to address mental health for middle school girls by increasing their awareness of the rapidly-growing sport of flag football. Professor Dr. Jennifer Pharr shares details about the program and the future of high school sports in Las Vegas with co-host Dayvid Figler.

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]]> 1251 How Mayoral Candidate Cedric Crear Hopes to Change Las Vegas https://lasvegas.citycast.fm The Goodmans forever changed the role of the mayor of Las Vegas. So who should be next to fill their shoes? In this latest episode of Mayoral Mondays, our special series on the 2024 Las Vegas mayoral race, co-host Dayvid Figler sits down with candidate Cedric Crear. Cedric has had a long career in marketing and advertising here in the Valley, served on the Board of Regents, and was elected to the Las Vegas City Council in 2018. We chat about his track record as a councilman, his fixes for homelessness, and when and how he’d resolve conflicts of interest when voting on issues in the council chambers. Stay tuned for more upcoming candidate interviews. Listen to Shelley Berkley here and Victoria Seaman on May 13. We’re on social media! Follow us @CityCastVegas on Instagram. You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719. Want some more Las Vegas news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter here. Mon, 06 May 2024 10:00:00 -0000 How Mayoral Candidate Cedric Crear Hopes to Change Las Vegas full City Cast The Goodmans forever changed the role of the mayor of Las Vegas. So who should be next to fill their shoes? In this latest episode of Mayoral Mondays, our special series on the 2024 Las Vegas mayoral race, co-host Dayvid Figler sits down with candidate Cedric Crear. Cedric has had a long career in marketing and advertising here in the Valley, served on the Board of Regents, and was elected to the Las Vegas City Council in 2018. We chat about his track record as a councilman, his fixes for homelessness, and when and how he’d resolve conflicts of interest when voting on issues in the council chambers. Stay tuned for more upcoming candidate interviews. Listen to Shelley Berkley here and Victoria Seaman on May 13. We’re on social media! Follow us @CityCastVegas on Instagram. You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719. Want some more Las Vegas news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter here. The Goodmans forever changed the role of the mayor of Las Vegas. So who should be next to fill their shoes? In this latest episode of Mayoral Mondays, our special series on the 2024 Las Vegas mayoral race, co-host Dayvid Figler sits down with candidate Cedric Crear. Cedric has had a long career in marketing and advertising here in the Valley, served on the Board of Regents, and was elected to the Las Vegas City Council in 2018. We chat about his track record as a councilman, his fixes for homelessness, and when and how he’d resolve conflicts of interest when voting on issues in the council chambers.

Stay tuned for more upcoming candidate interviews. Listen to Shelley Berkley here and Victoria Seaman on May 13.

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]]> 1679 Why Mayoral Candidate Kola Akingbade Wants to Legalize Prostitution https://lasvegas.citycast.fm For our special series on the Las Vegas mayoral race, executive producer Sonja Cho Swanson interviews mayoral candidate Kola Akingbade, a proud Nigerian-born American with a background in engineering, the ministry, and real estate. They talk about his history of running for office in Nigeria, how he plans to “offset the offseason” in Las Vegas with economic development, and how legalizing prostitution could help tackle homelessness.  Find more of our coverage on the Las Vegas mayoral race here. We’re on social media! Follow us @CityCastVegas on Instagram. You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719. Want some more Las Vegas news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter here. Sun, 05 May 2024 10:00:00 -0000 Why Mayoral Candidate Kola Akingbade Wants to Legalize Prostitution full City Cast For our special series on the Las Vegas mayoral race, executive producer Sonja Cho Swanson interviews mayoral candidate Kola Akingbade, a proud Nigerian-born American with a background in engineering, the ministry, and real estate. They talk about his history of running for office in Nigeria, how he plans to “offset the offseason” in Las Vegas with economic development, and how legalizing prostitution could help tackle homelessness.  Find more of our coverage on the Las Vegas mayoral race here. We’re on social media! Follow us @CityCastVegas on Instagram. You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719. Want some more Las Vegas news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter here. For our special series on the Las Vegas mayoral race, executive producer Sonja Cho Swanson interviews mayoral candidate Kola Akingbade, a proud Nigerian-born American with a background in engineering, the ministry, and real estate. They talk about his history of running for office in Nigeria, how he plans to “offset the offseason” in Las Vegas with economic development, and how legalizing prostitution could help tackle homelessness. 

Find more of our coverage on the Las Vegas mayoral race here.

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]]> 1250 Why Tera Anderson is Running For Las Vegas Mayor https://lasvegas.citycast.fm/ Our special series on the Las Vegas mayoral race continues: Today, co-host Dayvid Figler interviews mayoral candidate Tera Anderson, a second-generation Las Vegan. They talk about how her experience as a businesswoman working in land and economic development influences how she’d tackle affordable housing, the Badlands brouhaha, and growth in our urban center. Find more of our coverage on the Las Vegas mayoral race here. We’re on social media! Follow us @CityCastVegas on Instagram. You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719. Want some more Las Vegas news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter here. Sat, 04 May 2024 10:00:00 -0000 Why Tera Anderson is Running For Las Vegas Mayor full City Cast Our special series on the Las Vegas mayoral race continues: Today, co-host Dayvid Figler interviews mayoral candidate Tera Anderson, a second-generation Las Vegan. They talk about how her experience as a businesswoman working in land and economic development influences how she’d tackle affordable housing, the Badlands brouhaha, and growth in our urban center. Find more of our coverage on the Las Vegas mayoral race here. We’re on social media! Follow us @CityCastVegas on Instagram. You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719. Want some more Las Vegas news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter here. Our special series on the Las Vegas mayoral race continues: Today, co-host Dayvid Figler interviews mayoral candidate Tera Anderson, a second-generation Las Vegan. They talk about how her experience as a businesswoman working in land and economic development influences how she’d tackle affordable housing, the Badlands brouhaha, and growth in our urban center.

Find more of our coverage on the Las Vegas mayoral race here.

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]]> 1177 Is This Jailed Police YouTuber a Journalist? Plus, Culinary’s Senate Bid, and a Very Vegas Cruise https://lasvegas.citycast.fm The June primary election is fast approaching, and one primary race stands out: In State Senate District 3, located here in Las Vegas, the Culinary Union has posted their own challenger as a show of dissatisfaction with the incumbent’s stance against one of their bills. It’s shaping up to be a referendum on Culinary’s power — what else is at stake here? Co-hosts Dayvid Figler and Sarah Lohman are joined by Nevada Current editor April Corbin Girnus to discuss. Plus, the team discusses the recent sentencing of controversial self-described “first amendment auditor” and YouTuber Jose “Chille” DeCastro, as well as the Raiders’ new cruise launching next spring (is it a dream or a nightmare vacation?). We’re on social media! Follow us @CityCastVegas on Instagram. You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719. Want some more Las Vegas news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter here. Fri, 03 May 2024 10:00:00 -0000 Is This Jailed Police YouTuber a Journalist? Plus, Culinary’s Senate Bid, and a Very Vegas Cruise full City Cast The June primary election is fast approaching, and one primary race stands out: In State Senate District 3, located here in Las Vegas, the Culinary Union has posted their own challenger as a show of dissatisfaction with the incumbent’s stance against one of their bills. It’s shaping up to be a referendum on Culinary’s power — what else is at stake here? Co-hosts Dayvid Figler and Sarah Lohman are joined by Nevada Current editor April Corbin Girnus to discuss. Plus, the team discusses the recent sentencing of controversial self-described “first amendment auditor” and YouTuber Jose “Chille” DeCastro, as well as the Raiders’ new cruise launching next spring (is it a dream or a nightmare vacation?). We’re on social media! Follow us @CityCastVegas on Instagram. You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719. Want some more Las Vegas news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter here. The June primary election is fast approaching, and one primary race stands out: In State Senate District 3, located here in Las Vegas, the Culinary Union has posted their own challenger as a show of dissatisfaction with the incumbent’s stance against one of their bills. It’s shaping up to be a referendum on Culinary’s power — what else is at stake here? Co-hosts Dayvid Figler and Sarah Lohman are joined by Nevada Current editor April Corbin Girnus to discuss. Plus, the team discusses the recent sentencing of controversial self-described “first amendment auditor” and YouTuber Jose “Chille” DeCastro, as well as the Raiders’ new cruise launching next spring (is it a dream or a nightmare vacation?).

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]]> 2052 The Best Tacos in Vegas https://lasvegas.citycast.fm/podcasts What makes a great taco? Does Vegas have a taco style? And crucially, is a hot dog a taco? Co-host Sarah Lohman sits down with artists and taco enthusiasts Justin Favela and Brent Holmes to answer these and more hard-hitting questions. Plus, we hear about their favorite tacos around Las Vegas, from cheesy, drippy quesabirria to crunchy, crisp fish tacos. We’re on social media! Follow us @CityCastVegas on Instagram. You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719. Want some more Las Vegas news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter here. All the taco spots mentioned in this episode: Tacos el Gordo on Charleston & 17th Guisos de el Canelo on Pecos and Charleston The original Lindo Michoacán on East Desert Inn Antojitos D.F. on Flamingo and Pecos Tacos El Compita on Charleston and Jones The original Tacos Tijuana at Broadacres Los Tacos on Charleston and 17th Carnitas y Tortas Ahogadas Guadalajara on Bonanza and Eastern Juarez Border Food El Paso on Bonanza and Eastern Habanero Grill on Rainbow and Smoke Ranch Mariscos Playa Escondida on Charleston and Maryland Bajamar on Las Vegas Blvd and Oakey Abuela’s Tacos on Sahara and Lamb El Tamalucas on Las Vegas Blvd and Pecos Tacotarian, various locations Durango Taco Shop, various locations Thu, 02 May 2024 10:00:00 -0000 The Best Tacos in Vegas full City Cast What makes a great taco? Does Vegas have a taco style? And crucially, is a hot dog a taco? Co-host Sarah Lohman sits down with artists and taco enthusiasts Justin Favela and Brent Holmes to answer these and more hard-hitting questions. Plus, we hear about their favorite tacos around Las Vegas, from cheesy, drippy quesabirria to crunchy, crisp fish tacos. We’re on social media! Follow us @CityCastVegas on Instagram. You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719. Want some more Las Vegas news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter here. All the taco spots mentioned in this episode: Tacos el Gordo on Charleston & 17th Guisos de el Canelo on Pecos and Charleston The original Lindo Michoacán on East Desert Inn Antojitos D.F. on Flamingo and Pecos Tacos El Compita on Charleston and Jones The original Tacos Tijuana at Broadacres Los Tacos on Charleston and 17th Carnitas y Tortas Ahogadas Guadalajara on Bonanza and Eastern Juarez Border Food El Paso on Bonanza and Eastern Habanero Grill on Rainbow and Smoke Ranch Mariscos Playa Escondida on Charleston and Maryland Bajamar on Las Vegas Blvd and Oakey Abuela’s Tacos on Sahara and Lamb El Tamalucas on Las Vegas Blvd and Pecos Tacotarian, various locations Durango Taco Shop, various locations What makes a great taco? Does Vegas have a taco style? And crucially, is a hot dog a taco? Co-host Sarah Lohman sits down with artists and taco enthusiasts Justin Favela and Brent Holmes to answer these and more hard-hitting questions. Plus, we hear about their favorite tacos around Las Vegas, from cheesy, drippy quesabirria to crunchy, crisp fish tacos.

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All the taco spots mentioned in this episode:

]]> 1420 Is Yucca Mountain Coming Back From the Dead? https://lasvegas.citycast.fm As the old Nevada lore goes, Senator Harry Reid rose up in battle and killed the Yucca Mountain beast in faraway DC, leaving it good and dead. Right? Well, not exactly. The contested nuclear waste site, just 90 miles northwest of Las Vegas, has recently come up again in a Congressional hearing, putting the Nevada delegation and state nuclear commision officials on red alert. Today, co-host Dayvid Figler talks with Nevada Independent reporter Gabby Birenbaum about what danger these new rumblings pose, how an election year plays into the nuclear politics, and what it would take to put a stake in the heart of Yucca Mountain. We’re on social media! Follow us @CityCastVegas on Instagram. You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719. Want some more Las Vegas news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter here. Wed, 01 May 2024 10:00:00 -0000 Is Yucca Mountain Coming Back From the Dead? full City Cast As the old Nevada lore goes, Senator Harry Reid rose up in battle and killed the Yucca Mountain beast in faraway DC, leaving it good and dead. Right? Well, not exactly. The contested nuclear waste site, just 90 miles northwest of Las Vegas, has recently come up again in a Congressional hearing, putting the Nevada delegation and state nuclear commision officials on red alert. Today, co-host Dayvid Figler talks with Nevada Independent reporter Gabby Birenbaum about what danger these new rumblings pose, how an election year plays into the nuclear politics, and what it would take to put a stake in the heart of Yucca Mountain. We’re on social media! Follow us @CityCastVegas on Instagram. You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719. Want some more Las Vegas news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter here. As the old Nevada lore goes, Senator Harry Reid rose up in battle and killed the Yucca Mountain beast in faraway DC, leaving it good and dead. Right? Well, not exactly. The contested nuclear waste site, just 90 miles northwest of Las Vegas, has recently come up again in a Congressional hearing, putting the Nevada delegation and state nuclear commision officials on red alert. Today, co-host Dayvid Figler talks with Nevada Independent reporter Gabby Birenbaum about what danger these new rumblings pose, how an election year plays into the nuclear politics, and what it would take to put a stake in the heart of Yucca Mountain.

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]]> 1179 Your Guide to May in Las Vegas https://lasvegas.citycast.fm/podcasts 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 Las Vegas community.  Our pre-summer weather is really kicking in so while you clean out the meltable items from your car, you can plan to make the most out of your month in Las Vegas with our May guide. From a cactus oasis to how to enjoy the Punk Rock Bowling and Music Festival, tune in for activity recommendations and tips that you’ll only hear from locals. If you love our guest CoCo Jenkins, CEO of @nothingtodolv on Instagram, check out our episode on the best non-touristy things to do in Vegas. For even more tips on how to make the most of May in Las Vegas, check out Hey Las Vegas’s take on what to do this month.  And 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 Las Vegas. Interested in advertising with City Cast? Find more info here.  Reach us at lasvegas@citycast.fm, follow us @CityCastVegas on Instagram, or call or text us at 702-514-0719. Tue, 30 Apr 2024 10:00:00 -0000 Your Guide to May in Las Vegas full City Cast 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 Las Vegas community.  Our pre-summer weather is really kicking in so while you clean out the meltable items from your car, you can plan to make the most out of your month in Las Vegas with our May guide. From a cactus oasis to how to enjoy the Punk Rock Bowling and Music Festival, tune in for activity recommendations and tips that you’ll only hear from locals. If you love our guest CoCo Jenkins, CEO of @nothingtodolv on Instagram, check out our episode on the best non-touristy things to do in Vegas. For even more tips on how to make the most of May in Las Vegas, check out Hey Las Vegas’s take on what to do this month.  And 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 Las Vegas. Interested in advertising with City Cast? Find more info here.  Reach us at lasvegas@citycast.fm, follow us @CityCastVegas on Instagram, or call or text us at 702-514-0719. 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 Las Vegas community. 

Our pre-summer weather is really kicking in so while you clean out the meltable items from your car, you can plan to make the most out of your month in Las Vegas with our May guide. From a cactus oasis to how to enjoy the Punk Rock Bowling and Music Festival, tune in for activity recommendations and tips that you’ll only hear from locals. If you love our guest CoCo Jenkins, CEO of @nothingtodolv on Instagram, check out our episode on the best non-touristy things to do in Vegas.

For even more tips on how to make the most of May in Las Vegas, check out Hey Las Vegas’s take on what to do this month. 

And 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 Las Vegas.

Interested in advertising with City Cast? Find more info here. 

Reach us at lasvegas@citycast.fm, follow us @CityCastVegas on Instagram, or call or text us at 702-514-0719.

]]> 1501 Mayoral Candidate Shelley Berkley’s Vision for Las Vegas https://lasvegas.citycast.fm Even though only a third of the valley can vote for the Las Vegas mayor (here’s why), the role has become a bully pulpit on the global stage. So who should be our city’s next spokesperson? In our second installment of Mayoral Mondays, our special series on the 2024 Las Vegas mayoral race, we sit down with candidate Shelley Berkley. Shelley enters the race after serving in the Nevada Assembly, on the Board of Regents, and in the United States Congress as Las Vegas’s representative for seven terms between 1999 and 2013. She and co-host Dayvid Figler sit down to talk about how she'd tackle affordable housing, the Badlands lawsuits, and homelessness in Las Vegas. Stay tuned for more upcoming candidate interviews: Cedric Crear on May 6 and Victoria Seaman on May 13. We’re on social media! Follow us @CityCastVegas on Instagram. You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719. Want some more Las Vegas news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter here. Mon, 29 Apr 2024 10:00:00 -0000 Mayoral Candidate Shelley Berkley’s Vision for Las Vegas full City Cast Even though only a third of the valley can vote for the Las Vegas mayor (here’s why), the role has become a bully pulpit on the global stage. So who should be our city’s next spokesperson? In our second installment of Mayoral Mondays, our special series on the 2024 Las Vegas mayoral race, we sit down with candidate Shelley Berkley. Shelley enters the race after serving in the Nevada Assembly, on the Board of Regents, and in the United States Congress as Las Vegas’s representative for seven terms between 1999 and 2013. She and co-host Dayvid Figler sit down to talk about how she'd tackle affordable housing, the Badlands lawsuits, and homelessness in Las Vegas. Stay tuned for more upcoming candidate interviews: Cedric Crear on May 6 and Victoria Seaman on May 13. We’re on social media! Follow us @CityCastVegas on Instagram. You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719. Want some more Las Vegas news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter here. Even though only a third of the valley can vote for the Las Vegas mayor (here’s why), the role has become a bully pulpit on the global stage. So who should be our city’s next spokesperson? In our second installment of Mayoral Mondays, our special series on the 2024 Las Vegas mayoral race, we sit down with candidate Shelley Berkley. Shelley enters the race after serving in the Nevada Assembly, on the Board of Regents, and in the United States Congress as Las Vegas’s representative for seven terms between 1999 and 2013. She and co-host Dayvid Figler sit down to talk about how she'd tackle affordable housing, the Badlands lawsuits, and homelessness in Las Vegas.

Stay tuned for more upcoming candidate interviews: Cedric Crear on May 6 and Victoria Seaman on May 13.

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]]> 2153 Local Restaurants Sue Uber, SCOTUS Hears Public Camping Case, and Mojave Max Emerges https://lasvegas.citycast.fm/podcasts Now that Mojave Max has finally emerged, we can officially welcome you to spring on this week’s Friday News Roundup. After a local restaurant owner discovered ghost kitchens posing as popular established restaurants on UberEats, four local restaurants filed a class-action lawsuit against Uber and related parties. Uber paused applications for virtual kitchens on the app on Tuesday, but the affected businesses want more. Also this week, the Supreme Court of the United States is weighing in on a case from the 9th Circuit Court — which oversees Nevada — that struck down a law banning camping in public places. Co-hosts Sarah Lohman and Dayvid Figler are joined by Nevada Current reporter Michael Lyle to break down the week of news. We’re on social media! Follow us @CityCastVegas on Instagram. You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719. Want some more Las Vegas news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter here. Fri, 26 Apr 2024 10:00:00 -0000 Local Restaurants Sue Uber, SCOTUS Hears Public Camping Case, and Mojave Max Emerges full City Cast Now that Mojave Max has finally emerged, we can officially welcome you to spring on this week’s Friday News Roundup. After a local restaurant owner discovered ghost kitchens posing as popular established restaurants on UberEats, four local restaurants filed a class-action lawsuit against Uber and related parties. Uber paused applications for virtual kitchens on the app on Tuesday, but the affected businesses want more. Also this week, the Supreme Court of the United States is weighing in on a case from the 9th Circuit Court — which oversees Nevada — that struck down a law banning camping in public places. Co-hosts Sarah Lohman and Dayvid Figler are joined by Nevada Current reporter Michael Lyle to break down the week of news. We’re on social media! Follow us @CityCastVegas on Instagram. You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719. Want some more Las Vegas news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter here. Now that Mojave Max has finally emerged, we can officially welcome you to spring on this week’s Friday News Roundup. After a local restaurant owner discovered ghost kitchens posing as popular established restaurants on UberEats, four local restaurants filed a class-action lawsuit against Uber and related parties. Uber paused applications for virtual kitchens on the app on Tuesday, but the affected businesses want more. Also this week, the Supreme Court of the United States is weighing in on a case from the 9th Circuit Court — which oversees Nevada — that struck down a law banning camping in public places. Co-hosts Sarah Lohman and Dayvid Figler are joined by Nevada Current reporter Michael Lyle to break down the week of news.

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]]> 2167 Why the 'Best Chinese Food in America' Is in Las Vegas https://lasvegas.citycast.fm American restaurateur and writer David Chang almost broke the foodie internet when he declared “the best Chinese food in America is in Las Vegas” on his Instagram earlier this year. While we are inclined to accept any food flattery towards Las Vegas, we needed some proof. Co-host Dayvid Figler sits down with Review-Journal restaurant reporter Johnathan L. Wright, a major Chinese food fan, to ask what makes Las Vegas the Chinese food destination in America and where to find the best bites. Restaurants mentioned:  Shanghai Taste Xiao Long Dumplings Wing Lei at the Wynn Red Plate at The Cosmopolitan Mott 32 The Noodle Man on S. Rainbow Ping Pang Pong at the Gold Coast Chinglish Cantonese Wine Bar  Xiang Wei Xuan China Mama Palette Tea Lounge Chengdu Taste We’re on social media! Follow us @CityCastVegas on Instagram. You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719. Want some more Las Vegas news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter here. Thu, 25 Apr 2024 10:00:00 -0000 Why the 'Best Chinese Food in America' Is in Las Vegas full City Cast American restaurateur and writer David Chang almost broke the foodie internet when he declared “the best Chinese food in America is in Las Vegas” on his Instagram earlier this year. While we are inclined to accept any food flattery towards Las Vegas, we needed some proof. Co-host Dayvid Figler sits down with Review-Journal restaurant reporter Johnathan L. Wright, a major Chinese food fan, to ask what makes Las Vegas the Chinese food destination in America and where to find the best bites. Restaurants mentioned:  Shanghai Taste Xiao Long Dumplings Wing Lei at the Wynn Red Plate at The Cosmopolitan Mott 32 The Noodle Man on S. Rainbow Ping Pang Pong at the Gold Coast Chinglish Cantonese Wine Bar  Xiang Wei Xuan China Mama Palette Tea Lounge Chengdu Taste We’re on social media! Follow us @CityCastVegas on Instagram. You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719. Want some more Las Vegas news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter here. American restaurateur and writer David Chang almost broke the foodie internet when he declared “the best Chinese food in America is in Las Vegas” on his Instagram earlier this year. While we are inclined to accept any food flattery towards Las Vegas, we needed some proof. Co-host Dayvid Figler sits down with Review-Journal restaurant reporter Johnathan L. Wright, a major Chinese food fan, to ask what makes Las Vegas the Chinese food destination in America and where to find the best bites.

Restaurants mentioned: 

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]]> 1423 Strip Secrets to Impress Your Friends https://lasvegas.citycast.fm How well do you really know the Strip? Today, our resident Vegas insiders, co-hosts Dayvid Figler and Sarah Lohman, along with newsletter editor Rob Kachelriess, spill their favorite hidden gems from around the Strip: From little-known historical oddities and quiet places for reflection to the best food and drink surprises they’ve discovered. We’re on social media! Follow us @CityCastVegas on Instagram. You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719. Want some more Las Vegas news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter here. Wed, 24 Apr 2024 10:00:00 -0000 Strip Secrets to Impress Your Friends full City Cast How well do you really know the Strip? Today, our resident Vegas insiders, co-hosts Dayvid Figler and Sarah Lohman, along with newsletter editor Rob Kachelriess, spill their favorite hidden gems from around the Strip: From little-known historical oddities and quiet places for reflection to the best food and drink surprises they’ve discovered. We’re on social media! Follow us @CityCastVegas on Instagram. You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719. Want some more Las Vegas news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter here. How well do you really know the Strip? Today, our resident Vegas insiders, co-hosts Dayvid Figler and Sarah Lohman, along with newsletter editor Rob Kachelriess, spill their favorite hidden gems from around the Strip: From little-known historical oddities and quiet places for reflection to the best food and drink surprises they’ve discovered.

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]]> 1411 How Well Do You Know Old Vegas History? https://lasvegas.citycast.fm Myths about Las Vegas go all the way back to our city’s earliest days. Today, journalist Corey Levitan, creator of the Vegas Myths Busted series at Casino.org, quizzes our two hosts, Dayvid Figler and Sarah Lohman, about how well they know old Vegas history. Play along and let us know how you did! We’re on social media! Follow us @CityCastVegas on Instagram. You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719. Want some more Las Vegas news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter here. Tue, 23 Apr 2024 10:00:00 -0000 How Well Do You Know Old Vegas History? full City Cast Myths about Las Vegas go all the way back to our city’s earliest days. Today, journalist Corey Levitan, creator of the Vegas Myths Busted series at Casino.org, quizzes our two hosts, Dayvid Figler and Sarah Lohman, about how well they know old Vegas history. Play along and let us know how you did! We’re on social media! Follow us @CityCastVegas on Instagram. You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719. Want some more Las Vegas news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter here. Myths about Las Vegas go all the way back to our city’s earliest days. Today, journalist Corey Levitan, creator of the Vegas Myths Busted series at Casino.org, quizzes our two hosts, Dayvid Figler and Sarah Lohman, about how well they know old Vegas history. Play along and let us know how you did!

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]]> 990 Why the Las Vegas Mayoral Election Matters https://lasvegas.citycast.fm/ This June, for the first time in 25 years, Las Vegas voters will face a mayoral ballot without a single Goodman on it. But given our valley’s odd jurisdictional boundaries, less than half of Southern Nevadans actually live within the city and can vote for the Las Vegas mayor. So why does this election matter to the whole Vegas Valley? How did the Mayors Goodman transform the role for a global stage — and what’s next for our city? Co-host Sarah Lohman sits down with Channel 13 senior political reporter Steve Sebelius to find out. Today’s episode kicks off Mayoral Mondays, our special series on the 2024 Las Vegas mayoral race. Make sure to subscribe to the podcast and the Hey Las Vegas newsletter to stay up to date on candidate interviews and more! We’re on social media! Follow us @CityCastVegas on Instagram. You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719. Want some more Las Vegas news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter here. Mon, 22 Apr 2024 10:00:00 -0000 Why the Las Vegas Mayoral Election Matters full City Cast This June, for the first time in 25 years, Las Vegas voters will face a mayoral ballot without a single Goodman on it. But given our valley’s odd jurisdictional boundaries, less than half of Southern Nevadans actually live within the city and can vote for the Las Vegas mayor. So why does this election matter to the whole Vegas Valley? How did the Mayors Goodman transform the role for a global stage — and what’s next for our city? Co-host Sarah Lohman sits down with Channel 13 senior political reporter Steve Sebelius to find out. Today’s episode kicks off Mayoral Mondays, our special series on the 2024 Las Vegas mayoral race. Make sure to subscribe to the podcast and the Hey Las Vegas newsletter to stay up to date on candidate interviews and more! We’re on social media! Follow us @CityCastVegas on Instagram. You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719. Want some more Las Vegas news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter here. This June, for the first time in 25 years, Las Vegas voters will face a mayoral ballot without a single Goodman on it. But given our valley’s odd jurisdictional boundaries, less than half of Southern Nevadans actually live within the city and can vote for the Las Vegas mayor. So why does this election matter to the whole Vegas Valley? How did the Mayors Goodman transform the role for a global stage — and what’s next for our city? Co-host Sarah Lohman sits down with Channel 13 senior political reporter Steve Sebelius to find out.

Today’s episode kicks off Mayoral Mondays, our special series on the 2024 Las Vegas mayoral race. Make sure to subscribe to the podcast and the Hey Las Vegas newsletter to stay up to date on candidate interviews and more!

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]]> 1403 Police Barricade Destroys Home, a Politician’s Very Public Mistake, and Visitors Vandalise Lake Mead https://lasvegas.citycast.fm/ On this week’s Friday News Roundup, we lay out all the details from a Henderson police barricade situation that resulted in the suspect deceased and the front of a home ripped away. Also, Assemblywoman Danielle Gallant gets a policy she voted for wrong and issues an apology after receiving backlash in videos posted to social media. Lastly, National park rangers are asking the public to help identify two men videoed pushing over ancient rock formations at Lake Mead National Recreation Area. Dayvid Figler is joined by his co-host Sarah Lohman and local policy wonk and communications lead at Battle Born Progress Jacob Solis. Also, a few announcements: Make sure to tune in on Monday, April 22nd for the launch of our new series, Mayoral Mondays. We kick things off with a conversation with Channel 13’s senior political reporter Steve Sebelius on why this mayoral race is important to everyone in the Valley, even if you can’t vote on the position. After that, we have interviews with the candidates airing every Monday until the election. As of this weekend, we’re airing our Friday News Roundups on KUNV (91.5 FM) on Sunday mornings at 6 a.m. So if you are tuning in for the first time welcome! We discuss the week’s top news every Friday in addition to daily episodes and newsletters Monday through Friday. You can learn more at lasvegas.citycast.fm. We’re on social media! Follow us @CityCastVegas on Instagram. You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719. Want some more Las Vegas news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter here. Fri, 19 Apr 2024 10:00:00 -0000 Police Barricade Destroys Home, a Politician’s Very Public Mistake, and Visitors Vandalise Lake Mead full City Cast On this week’s Friday News Roundup, we lay out all the details from a Henderson police barricade situation that resulted in the suspect deceased and the front of a home ripped away. Also, Assemblywoman Danielle Gallant gets a policy she voted for wrong and issues an apology after receiving backlash in videos posted to social media. Lastly, National park rangers are asking the public to help identify two men videoed pushing over ancient rock formations at Lake Mead National Recreation Area. Dayvid Figler is joined by his co-host Sarah Lohman and local policy wonk and communications lead at Battle Born Progress Jacob Solis. Also, a few announcements: Make sure to tune in on Monday, April 22nd for the launch of our new series, Mayoral Mondays. We kick things off with a conversation with Channel 13’s senior political reporter Steve Sebelius on why this mayoral race is important to everyone in the Valley, even if you can’t vote on the position. After that, we have interviews with the candidates airing every Monday until the election. As of this weekend, we’re airing our Friday News Roundups on KUNV (91.5 FM) on Sunday mornings at 6 a.m. So if you are tuning in for the first time welcome! We discuss the week’s top news every Friday in addition to daily episodes and newsletters Monday through Friday. You can learn more at lasvegas.citycast.fm. We’re on social media! Follow us @CityCastVegas on Instagram. You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719. Want some more Las Vegas news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter here. On this week’s Friday News Roundup, we lay out all the details from a Henderson police barricade situation that resulted in the suspect deceased and the front of a home ripped away. Also, Assemblywoman Danielle Gallant gets a policy she voted for wrong and issues an apology after receiving backlash in videos posted to social media. Lastly, National park rangers are asking the public to help identify two men videoed pushing over ancient rock formations at Lake Mead National Recreation Area. Dayvid Figler is joined by his co-host Sarah Lohman and local policy wonk and communications lead at Battle Born Progress Jacob Solis.

Also, a few announcements: Make sure to tune in on Monday, April 22nd for the launch of our new series, Mayoral Mondays. We kick things off with a conversation with Channel 13’s senior political reporter Steve Sebelius on why this mayoral race is important to everyone in the Valley, even if you can’t vote on the position. After that, we have interviews with the candidates airing every Monday until the election.

As of this weekend, we’re airing our Friday News Roundups on KUNV (91.5 FM) on Sunday mornings at 6 a.m. So if you are tuning in for the first time welcome! We discuss the week’s top news every Friday in addition to daily episodes and newsletters Monday through Friday. You can learn more at lasvegas.citycast.fm.

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]]> 2087 Why Nevada is Siding Against the Kroger-Albertsons Merger https://lasvegas.citycast.fm/ The Kroger-Albertsons merger proposed in 2022 is still in the works, but the FTC has raised alarm bells about the consequences a merger of this magnitude would have on consumers. And about a month ago, the Nevada Attorney General’s office announced it was joining the FTC and seven other states in a lawsuit to block the proposal. So today, we’re revisiting a conversation co-host David Figler had in September with food justice writer Kim Foster and Nevada Current editor April Corbin Girnus about the impact a merger like this would have on our city, grocery workers, and consumers. We’re on social media! Follow us @CityCastVegas on Instagram. You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719. Want some more Las Vegas news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter here. Thu, 18 Apr 2024 10:00:00 -0000 Why Nevada is Siding Against the Kroger-Albertsons Merger full City Cast The Kroger-Albertsons merger proposed in 2022 is still in the works, but the FTC has raised alarm bells about the consequences a merger of this magnitude would have on consumers. And about a month ago, the Nevada Attorney General’s office announced it was joining the FTC and seven other states in a lawsuit to block the proposal. So today, we’re revisiting a conversation co-host David Figler had in September with food justice writer Kim Foster and Nevada Current editor April Corbin Girnus about the impact a merger like this would have on our city, grocery workers, and consumers. We’re on social media! Follow us @CityCastVegas on Instagram. You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719. Want some more Las Vegas news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter here. The Kroger-Albertsons merger proposed in 2022 is still in the works, but the FTC has raised alarm bells about the consequences a merger of this magnitude would have on consumers. And about a month ago, the Nevada Attorney General’s office announced it was joining the FTC and seven other states in a lawsuit to block the proposal. So today, we’re revisiting a conversation co-host David Figler had in September with food justice writer Kim Foster and Nevada Current editor April Corbin Girnus about the impact a merger like this would have on our city, grocery workers, and consumers.

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]]> 1223 Is Vegas the Epicenter of a Burlesque Revival? https://lasvegas.citycast.fm/ Most people know a little about the mob and their part in building the Las Vegas we know today, but what you might not realize is how integral burlesque was in cementing Vegas’ sinful status. As new burlesque shows pop up left and right in the city, co-host Sarah Lohman takes a look back on the history of the American art form with burlesque stars Dirty Martini from DITA Las Vegas and Buttercup from the Burlesque Hall of Fame. They discuss why we are seeing a revival and how Las Vegas can help fight the misconceptions of burlesque. Shows mentioned: DITA LAS VEGAS: A Jubilant Revue at the Horseshoe Lady Like: A Retro Modern Burlesque Show at Virgin Hotels The Jiggle Room at Cheapshots Lost Spirits Distillery at AREA15 (closing April 29) Viva Las Vegas (Rockabilly Weekend) at The Orleans on April 18 - 21 Sinful: A Night of Sin City’s Finest Stripteasers at The Fat Cat on May 11 Burlesque Hall of Fame Weekender at The Orleans on June 6 - 9 We’re on social media! Follow us @CityCastVegas on Instagram. You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719. Want some more Las Vegas news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter here. Wed, 17 Apr 2024 10:00:00 -0000 Is Vegas the Epicenter of a Burlesque Revival? full City Cast Most people know a little about the mob and their part in building the Las Vegas we know today, but what you might not realize is how integral burlesque was in cementing Vegas’ sinful status. As new burlesque shows pop up left and right in the city, co-host Sarah Lohman takes a look back on the history of the American art form with burlesque stars Dirty Martini from DITA Las Vegas and Buttercup from the Burlesque Hall of Fame. They discuss why we are seeing a revival and how Las Vegas can help fight the misconceptions of burlesque. Shows mentioned: DITA LAS VEGAS: A Jubilant Revue at the Horseshoe Lady Like: A Retro Modern Burlesque Show at Virgin Hotels The Jiggle Room at Cheapshots Lost Spirits Distillery at AREA15 (closing April 29) Viva Las Vegas (Rockabilly Weekend) at The Orleans on April 18 - 21 Sinful: A Night of Sin City’s Finest Stripteasers at The Fat Cat on May 11 Burlesque Hall of Fame Weekender at The Orleans on June 6 - 9 We’re on social media! Follow us @CityCastVegas on Instagram. You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719. Want some more Las Vegas news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter here. Most people know a little about the mob and their part in building the Las Vegas we know today, but what you might not realize is how integral burlesque was in cementing Vegas’ sinful status. As new burlesque shows pop up left and right in the city, co-host Sarah Lohman takes a look back on the history of the American art form with burlesque stars Dirty Martini from DITA Las Vegas and Buttercup from the Burlesque Hall of Fame. They discuss why we are seeing a revival and how Las Vegas can help fight the misconceptions of burlesque.

Shows mentioned:

DITA LAS VEGAS: A Jubilant Revue at the Horseshoe

Lady Like: A Retro Modern Burlesque Show at Virgin Hotels

The Jiggle Room at Cheapshots

Lost Spirits Distillery at AREA15 (closing April 29)

Viva Las Vegas (Rockabilly Weekend) at The Orleans on April 18 - 21

Sinful: A Night of Sin City’s Finest Stripteasers at The Fat Cat on May 11

Burlesque Hall of Fame Weekender at The Orleans on June 6 - 9

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]]> 1476 These Public Figures Said What?? https://lasvegas.citycast.fm/ We’re only four months into 2024, but we’ve already heard some infuriating, hilarious, or, honestly, kinda out-there quotes on Vegas issues in the news. So today, Executive Producer Sonja Cho Swanson invites co-hosts David Figler and Sarah Lohman to a game of “Guess Who Said It” to reflect on all the shenanigans our city finds itself in and, of course, win some bragging rights! Tue, 16 Apr 2024 10:00:00 -0000 These Public Figures Said What?? full City Cast We’re only four months into 2024, but we’ve already heard some infuriating, hilarious, or, honestly, kinda out-there quotes on Vegas issues in the news. So today, Executive Producer Sonja Cho Swanson invites co-hosts David Figler and Sarah Lohman to a game of “Guess Who Said It” to reflect on all the shenanigans our city finds itself in and, of course, win some bragging rights! We’re only four months into 2024, but we’ve already heard some infuriating, hilarious, or, honestly, kinda out-there quotes on Vegas issues in the news. So today, Executive Producer Sonja Cho Swanson invites co-hosts David Figler and Sarah Lohman to a game of “Guess Who Said It” to reflect on all the shenanigans our city finds itself in and, of course, win some bragging rights!

]]> 1130 O.J. Simpson’s Fraught Legacy in Las Vegas https://lasvegas.citycast.fm/ O.J. Simpson died at his home in Las Vegas on Thursday at age 76; the cause was cancer. He’s arguably one of our city’s most controversial celebrities, trailed by the specter of that notorious 1995 murder trial, and then later, his 2008 conviction for armed robbery at Palace Station right here in Vegas. Co-host Dayvid Figler, who is also a lawyer, was there in 2008 as an expert commentator for Court TV — he and executive producer Sonja Cho Swanson discuss the stakes of that trial (and what made it so unusual), why O.J. made Las Vegas home after serving time in Nevada, and what he means to our city of second chances, for better and worse. We’re on social media! Follow us @CityCastVegas on Instagram. You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719. Want some more Las Vegas news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter here. Mon, 15 Apr 2024 10:00:00 -0000 O.J. Simpson’s Fraught Legacy in Las Vegas full City Cast O.J. Simpson died at his home in Las Vegas on Thursday at age 76; the cause was cancer. He’s arguably one of our city’s most controversial celebrities, trailed by the specter of that notorious 1995 murder trial, and then later, his 2008 conviction for armed robbery at Palace Station right here in Vegas. Co-host Dayvid Figler, who is also a lawyer, was there in 2008 as an expert commentator for Court TV — he and executive producer Sonja Cho Swanson discuss the stakes of that trial (and what made it so unusual), why O.J. made Las Vegas home after serving time in Nevada, and what he means to our city of second chances, for better and worse. We’re on social media! Follow us @CityCastVegas on Instagram. You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719. Want some more Las Vegas news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter here. O.J. Simpson died at his home in Las Vegas on Thursday at age 76; the cause was cancer. He’s arguably one of our city’s most controversial celebrities, trailed by the specter of that notorious 1995 murder trial, and then later, his 2008 conviction for armed robbery at Palace Station right here in Vegas. Co-host Dayvid Figler, who is also a lawyer, was there in 2008 as an expert commentator for Court TV — he and executive producer Sonja Cho Swanson discuss the stakes of that trial (and what made it so unusual), why O.J. made Las Vegas home after serving time in Nevada, and what he means to our city of second chances, for better and worse.

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]]> 1120 The Summerlin Shooting, the Monorail’s Future, and a Strip Club Court Battle New details have emerged about the acrimonious child custody case at the heart of the Summerlin law firm shooting — but it also raises the question, how did things get this bad in the first place, and are we talking about this all wrong? Co-hosts Sarah Lohman and Dayvid Figler sit down with contributor Andrew Kiraly, creator of thelist.vegas, to discuss. Next up, we break down just why the monorail is feuding with media outlets over reports of its eventual demise, and wrap up with the curious case of a strip club lawsuit: Spearmint Rhino is suing Peppermint Hippo over copyright infringement… but is there really any confusion? We wrap up with a little game: What would your knock-off Vegas business be named? We’re on social media! Follow us @CityCastVegas on Instagram. You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719. Want some more Las Vegas news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter here. Fri, 12 Apr 2024 10:00:00 -0000 The Summerlin Shooting, the Monorail’s Future, and a Strip Club Court Battle full City Cast New details have emerged about the acrimonious child custody case at the heart of the Summerlin law firm shooting — but it also raises the question, how did things get this bad in the first place, and are we talking about this all wrong? Co-hosts Sarah Lohman and Dayvid Figler sit down with contributor Andrew Kiraly, creator of thelist.vegas, to discuss. Next up, we break down just why the monorail is feuding with media outlets over reports of its eventual demise, and wrap up with the curious case of a strip club lawsuit: Spearmint Rhino is suing Peppermint Hippo over copyright infringement… but is there really any confusion? We wrap up with a little game: What would your knock-off Vegas business be named? We’re on social media! Follow us @CityCastVegas on Instagram. You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719. Want some more Las Vegas news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter here. New details have emerged about the acrimonious child custody case at the heart of the Summerlin law firm shooting — but it also raises the question, how did things get this bad in the first place, and are we talking about this all wrong? Co-hosts Sarah Lohman and Dayvid Figler sit down with contributor Andrew Kiraly, creator of thelist.vegas, to discuss. Next up, we break down just why the monorail is feuding with media outlets over reports of its eventual demise, and wrap up with the curious case of a strip club lawsuit: Spearmint Rhino is suing Peppermint Hippo over copyright infringement… but is there really any confusion? We wrap up with a little game: What would your knock-off Vegas business be named?

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]]> 2102 The Hottest New Bars in Las Vegas https://lasvegas.citycast.fm As we emerge from winter hibernation of our comfy, cozy regular haunts, spring and summer invite us to venture further afield when trying new bars and eateries. Co-host Sarah Lohman sits down with Neon News editor-in-chief Gemini Stevens to talk about the hottest new bars in Las Vegas right now — and what our drink scene is still missing. Bars mentioned in the episode: Wineaux at the UnCommons Crush Pad Wine Bar Garagiste The Silver Stamp Ser Veh Zah Cin Cin Brewhouse Hola Habibi Todo Bien at the UnCommons Liquid Diet The Bel-Aire Lounge at the Durango Bar Ginza Stray Pirate Fat Cat in the Downtown Grand Tiki Di Amore Mojave Brewing Company Hugo’s Cellar at the Four Queens We’re on social media! Follow us @CityCastVegas on Instagram. You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719. Want some more Las Vegas news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter here. Thu, 11 Apr 2024 10:00:00 -0000 The Hottest New Bars in Las Vegas full City Cast As we emerge from winter hibernation of our comfy, cozy regular haunts, spring and summer invite us to venture further afield when trying new bars and eateries. Co-host Sarah Lohman sits down with Neon News editor-in-chief Gemini Stevens to talk about the hottest new bars in Las Vegas right now — and what our drink scene is still missing. Bars mentioned in the episode: Wineaux at the UnCommons Crush Pad Wine Bar Garagiste The Silver Stamp Ser Veh Zah Cin Cin Brewhouse Hola Habibi Todo Bien at the UnCommons Liquid Diet The Bel-Aire Lounge at the Durango Bar Ginza Stray Pirate Fat Cat in the Downtown Grand Tiki Di Amore Mojave Brewing Company Hugo’s Cellar at the Four Queens We’re on social media! Follow us @CityCastVegas on Instagram. You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719. Want some more Las Vegas news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter here. As we emerge from winter hibernation of our comfy, cozy regular haunts, spring and summer invite us to venture further afield when trying new bars and eateries. Co-host Sarah Lohman sits down with Neon News editor-in-chief Gemini Stevens to talk about the hottest new bars in Las Vegas right now — and what our drink scene is still missing.

Bars mentioned in the episode:

Wineaux at the UnCommons

Crush Pad Wine Bar

Garagiste

The Silver Stamp

Ser Veh Zah

Cin Cin Brewhouse

Hola Habibi

Todo Bien at the UnCommons

Liquid Diet

The Bel-Aire Lounge at the Durango

Bar Ginza

Stray Pirate

Fat Cat in the Downtown Grand

Tiki Di Amore

Mojave Brewing Company

Hugo’s Cellar at the Four Queens

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]]> 1425 How VGK Revolutionized NHL Pregame Shows https://lasvegas.citycast.fm/podcasts No one expected much when the Vegas Golden Knights played their first season in 2017. Now, since the team’s success in their first season and winning the Stanley Cup in their 6th, it’s hard to find a Las Vegan who doesn’t rep VGK merch. And key to their success in the community? The spectacular entertainment at every home game. The energy they create in the arena during their pregame shows is unlike any other team in the league — and today, VGK entertainment is legendary (c’mon, they even dropped a hockey puck from SPACE). Tyler Ferraro, VGK’s Director of Entertainment Experience, tells co-host Dayvid Figler what it takes to produce a pregame show only Vegas could handle. We’re on social media! Follow us @CityCastVegas on Instagram. You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719. Want some more Las Vegas news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter here. Wed, 10 Apr 2024 10:00:00 -0000 How VGK Revolutionized NHL Pregame Shows full City Cast No one expected much when the Vegas Golden Knights played their first season in 2017. Now, since the team’s success in their first season and winning the Stanley Cup in their 6th, it’s hard to find a Las Vegan who doesn’t rep VGK merch. And key to their success in the community? The spectacular entertainment at every home game. The energy they create in the arena during their pregame shows is unlike any other team in the league — and today, VGK entertainment is legendary (c’mon, they even dropped a hockey puck from SPACE). Tyler Ferraro, VGK’s Director of Entertainment Experience, tells co-host Dayvid Figler what it takes to produce a pregame show only Vegas could handle. We’re on social media! Follow us @CityCastVegas on Instagram. You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719. Want some more Las Vegas news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter here. No one expected much when the Vegas Golden Knights played their first season in 2017. Now, since the team’s success in their first season and winning the Stanley Cup in their 6th, it’s hard to find a Las Vegan who doesn’t rep VGK merch. And key to their success in the community? The spectacular entertainment at every home game. The energy they create in the arena during their pregame shows is unlike any other team in the league — and today, VGK entertainment is legendary (c’mon, they even dropped a hockey puck from SPACE). Tyler Ferraro, VGK’s Director of Entertainment Experience, tells co-host Dayvid Figler what it takes to produce a pregame show only Vegas could handle.

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]]> 1429 Is Allergy Season Getting Worse in Las Vegas? https://lasvegas.citycast.fm/ Ah, spring in Vegas: That golden season of hikes, picnics, and… allergies. But how did a desert town get so pollen-y, and is allergy season getting worse? Co-host Sarah Lohman sits down with UNLV Pollen Monitoring Program Supervisor Asma Tahir to learn more about the rooftop gadgets that measure our pollen counts, and how we can (and can’t) fight back. Vegas residents, heads up! We’re starting a series on the mayoral race, and we want to know what your questions are. What would you like us to ask the mayoral candidates? Send us an email: lasvegas@citycast.fm. You can also find us @CityCastVegas on Instagram, or call or text us at 702-514-0719. Want some more Las Vegas news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter here. Tue, 09 Apr 2024 10:00:00 -0000 Is Allergy Season Getting Worse in Las Vegas? full City Cast Ah, spring in Vegas: That golden season of hikes, picnics, and… allergies. But how did a desert town get so pollen-y, and is allergy season getting worse? Co-host Sarah Lohman sits down with UNLV Pollen Monitoring Program Supervisor Asma Tahir to learn more about the rooftop gadgets that measure our pollen counts, and how we can (and can’t) fight back. Vegas residents, heads up! We’re starting a series on the mayoral race, and we want to know what your questions are. What would you like us to ask the mayoral candidates? Send us an email: lasvegas@citycast.fm. You can also find us @CityCastVegas on Instagram, or call or text us at 702-514-0719. Want some more Las Vegas news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter here. Ah, spring in Vegas: That golden season of hikes, picnics, and… allergies. But how did a desert town get so pollen-y, and is allergy season getting worse? Co-host Sarah Lohman sits down with UNLV Pollen Monitoring Program Supervisor Asma Tahir to learn more about the rooftop gadgets that measure our pollen counts, and how we can (and can’t) fight back.

Vegas residents, heads up! We’re starting a series on the mayoral race, and we want to know what your questions are. What would you like us to ask the mayoral candidates? Send us an email: lasvegas@citycast.fm.

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]]> 1197 Where Did All the Late-Night Coffee Shops Go? https://lasvegas.citycast.fm/ For a city that stays up late, we sure don’t have too many coffee shops open past 4 p.m. But it wasn’t always this way: Lifelong Las Vegan and co-host Dayvid Figler remembers the 90s as a golden era of late-night coffee shops that hosted poetry readings and musical performances. So where did they go? Co-host Sarah Lohman sits down with Dayvid and writer Kim Foster to talk about why late-night coffee shops are so important, and what’s filling this “third space” gap in Las Vegas today. We’re on social media! Follow us @CityCastVegas on Instagram. You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719. Want some more Las Vegas news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter here. Mon, 08 Apr 2024 10:00:00 -0000 Where Did All the Late-Night Coffee Shops Go? full City Cast For a city that stays up late, we sure don’t have too many coffee shops open past 4 p.m. But it wasn’t always this way: Lifelong Las Vegan and co-host Dayvid Figler remembers the 90s as a golden era of late-night coffee shops that hosted poetry readings and musical performances. So where did they go? Co-host Sarah Lohman sits down with Dayvid and writer Kim Foster to talk about why late-night coffee shops are so important, and what’s filling this “third space” gap in Las Vegas today. We’re on social media! Follow us @CityCastVegas on Instagram. You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719. Want some more Las Vegas news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter here. For a city that stays up late, we sure don’t have too many coffee shops open past 4 p.m. But it wasn’t always this way: Lifelong Las Vegan and co-host Dayvid Figler remembers the 90s as a golden era of late-night coffee shops that hosted poetry readings and musical performances. So where did they go? Co-host Sarah Lohman sits down with Dayvid and writer Kim Foster to talk about why late-night coffee shops are so important, and what’s filling this “third space” gap in Las Vegas today.

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]]> 1451 Police Dog Stabbing, Street Vendors Push Back, and Where Nevadans Move https://lasvegas.citycast.fm Las Vegans are sharing an outpouring of support for Enzo, the police dog who was stabbed in a recent encounter downtown. Happily, he is on the road to recovery and heading home. But what really went down in that encounter, and how should we be thinking about the use of K-9 units with mentally unstable people? Today, co-hosts Dayvid Figler and Sarah Lohman sit down with comedian-magician Matt Donnelly from the podcast Matt and Mattingly’s Ice Cream Social to discuss. Next, they tackle the new street vendor regulations, which advocates say are too strict and onerous for the vendors. And lastly, a new report lists the top states where departing Nevadans move. So of the top three, we play a PG version of FMK: Who would you wine, dine, or ditch? Interested in adopting Smokey, the 29-pound cat we mention at the end of the episode? Email foster@animalfoundation.com with his name and ID # (A1311271) to arrange a time for a meet & greet with his foster family. If you haven’t yet joined the City Cast Las Vegas membership program, now would be a great time: We’ve got a special ticket giveaway just for members — but we’re picking names at midnight on Friday! We’ve got two pairs of tickets for the Home & History tour coming up at the end of the month: Two (2) tickets to the Art Vegas bus tour (4/26 Friday 8:30 a.m.) Two (2) tickets to the Vintage Vegas Variety Hour + Cocktail Gala (4/27 Saturday 7 p.m.) We’re on social media! Follow us @CityCastVegas on Instagram. You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719. Want some more Las Vegas news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter here. Fri, 05 Apr 2024 10:00:00 -0000 Police Dog Stabbing, Street Vendors Push Back, and Where Nevadans Move full City Cast Las Vegans are sharing an outpouring of support for Enzo, the police dog who was stabbed in a recent encounter downtown. Happily, he is on the road to recovery and heading home. But what really went down in that encounter, and how should we be thinking about the use of K-9 units with mentally unstable people? Today, co-hosts Dayvid Figler and Sarah Lohman sit down with comedian-magician Matt Donnelly from the podcast Matt and Mattingly’s Ice Cream Social to discuss. Next, they tackle the new street vendor regulations, which advocates say are too strict and onerous for the vendors. And lastly, a new report lists the top states where departing Nevadans move. So of the top three, we play a PG version of FMK: Who would you wine, dine, or ditch? Interested in adopting Smokey, the 29-pound cat we mention at the end of the episode? Email foster@animalfoundation.com with his name and ID # (A1311271) to arrange a time for a meet & greet with his foster family. If you haven’t yet joined the City Cast Las Vegas membership program, now would be a great time: We’ve got a special ticket giveaway just for members — but we’re picking names at midnight on Friday! We’ve got two pairs of tickets for the Home & History tour coming up at the end of the month: Two (2) tickets to the Art Vegas bus tour (4/26 Friday 8:30 a.m.) Two (2) tickets to the Vintage Vegas Variety Hour + Cocktail Gala (4/27 Saturday 7 p.m.) We’re on social media! Follow us @CityCastVegas on Instagram. You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719. Want some more Las Vegas news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter here. Las Vegans are sharing an outpouring of support for Enzo, the police dog who was stabbed in a recent encounter downtown. Happily, he is on the road to recovery and heading home. But what really went down in that encounter, and how should we be thinking about the use of K-9 units with mentally unstable people? Today, co-hosts Dayvid Figler and Sarah Lohman sit down with comedian-magician Matt Donnelly from the podcast Matt and Mattingly’s Ice Cream Social to discuss. Next, they tackle the new street vendor regulations, which advocates say are too strict and onerous for the vendors. And lastly, a new report lists the top states where departing Nevadans move. So of the top three, we play a PG version of FMK: Who would you wine, dine, or ditch?

Interested in adopting Smokey, the 29-pound cat we mention at the end of the episode? Email foster@animalfoundation.com with his name and ID # (A1311271) to arrange a time for a meet & greet with his foster family.

If you haven’t yet joined the City Cast Las Vegas membership program, now would be a great time: We’ve got a special ticket giveaway just for members — but we’re picking names at midnight on Friday! We’ve got two pairs of tickets for the Home & History tour coming up at the end of the month:

  • Two (2) tickets to the Art Vegas bus tour (4/26 Friday 8:30 a.m.)
  • Two (2) tickets to the Vintage Vegas Variety Hour + Cocktail Gala (4/27 Saturday 7 p.m.)

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]]> 2169 How the Shrimp Cocktail Became a Vegas Icon https://lasvegas.citycast.fm The shrimp cocktail might just be the most iconic dish in Las Vegas. But why? Where did it come from, why’s it called a “cocktail,” and can you still find a good 99-center anywhere in town? Co-hosts Dayvid Figler and Sarah Lohman (a culinary historian) break down the history of the shrimp cocktail, its surprising Cajun and Jewish origins, and the story behind that special red sauce. If you haven’t yet joined the City Cast Las Vegas membership program, now would be a great time: We’ve got a special ticket giveaway just for members — but we’re picking names at midnight on Friday! We’ve got two pairs of tickets for the Home & History tour coming up at the end of the month: Two (2) tickets to the Art Vegas bus tour (4/26 Friday 8:30 a.m.) Two (2) tickets to the Vintage Vegas Variety Hour + Cocktail Gala (4/27 Saturday 7 p.m.) So make sure to become a member by Friday, and you’ll be automatically entered to win. Head over lasvegas.citycast.fm to join. We’re on social media! Follow us @CityCastVegas on Instagram. You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719. Want some more Las Vegas news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter here. Thu, 04 Apr 2024 10:00:00 -0000 How the Shrimp Cocktail Became a Vegas Icon full City Cast The shrimp cocktail might just be the most iconic dish in Las Vegas. But why? Where did it come from, why’s it called a “cocktail,” and can you still find a good 99-center anywhere in town? Co-hosts Dayvid Figler and Sarah Lohman (a culinary historian) break down the history of the shrimp cocktail, its surprising Cajun and Jewish origins, and the story behind that special red sauce. If you haven’t yet joined the City Cast Las Vegas membership program, now would be a great time: We’ve got a special ticket giveaway just for members — but we’re picking names at midnight on Friday! We’ve got two pairs of tickets for the Home & History tour coming up at the end of the month: Two (2) tickets to the Art Vegas bus tour (4/26 Friday 8:30 a.m.) Two (2) tickets to the Vintage Vegas Variety Hour + Cocktail Gala (4/27 Saturday 7 p.m.) So make sure to become a member by Friday, and you’ll be automatically entered to win. Head over lasvegas.citycast.fm to join. We’re on social media! Follow us @CityCastVegas on Instagram. You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719. Want some more Las Vegas news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter here. The shrimp cocktail might just be the most iconic dish in Las Vegas. But why? Where did it come from, why’s it called a “cocktail,” and can you still find a good 99-center anywhere in town? Co-hosts Dayvid Figler and Sarah Lohman (a culinary historian) break down the history of the shrimp cocktail, its surprising Cajun and Jewish origins, and the story behind that special red sauce.

If you haven’t yet joined the City Cast Las Vegas membership program, now would be a great time: We’ve got a special ticket giveaway just for members — but we’re picking names at midnight on Friday! We’ve got two pairs of tickets for the Home & History tour coming up at the end of the month:

  • Two (2) tickets to the Art Vegas bus tour (4/26 Friday 8:30 a.m.)
  • Two (2) tickets to the Vintage Vegas Variety Hour + Cocktail Gala (4/27 Saturday 7 p.m.)

So make sure to become a member by Friday, and you’ll be automatically entered to win. Head over lasvegas.citycast.fm to join.

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]]> 1415 Why You’re Talking About the Tunnels All Wrong https://lasvegas.citycast.fm As our population grows in Vegas and major events become a regular occurrence, sweeps of the storm tunnels under Las Vegas seem to be in the news more than ever. Not to mention the rain we’ve already experienced this year that can put people living down there in danger. It makes for titillating urban folklore — a subterranean quasi-community shuffling through the darkness beneath the bright city. But what’s the reality? We are revisiting a conversation with Nevada Current reporter Michael Lyle, co-host Dayvid Figler, and lead producer Sonja Cho Swanson on what it’s really like in the storm tunnels of Las Vegas. We’re on social media! Follow us @CityCastVegas on Instagram. You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719. Want some more Las Vegas news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter here. Wed, 03 Apr 2024 10:00:00 -0000 Why You’re Talking About the Tunnels All Wrong full City Cast As our population grows in Vegas and major events become a regular occurrence, sweeps of the storm tunnels under Las Vegas seem to be in the news more than ever. Not to mention the rain we’ve already experienced this year that can put people living down there in danger. It makes for titillating urban folklore — a subterranean quasi-community shuffling through the darkness beneath the bright city. But what’s the reality? We are revisiting a conversation with Nevada Current reporter Michael Lyle, co-host Dayvid Figler, and lead producer Sonja Cho Swanson on what it’s really like in the storm tunnels of Las Vegas. We’re on social media! Follow us @CityCastVegas on Instagram. You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719. Want some more Las Vegas news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter here. As our population grows in Vegas and major events become a regular occurrence, sweeps of the storm tunnels under Las Vegas seem to be in the news more than ever. Not to mention the rain we’ve already experienced this year that can put people living down there in danger. It makes for titillating urban folklore — a subterranean quasi-community shuffling through the darkness beneath the bright city. But what’s the reality? We are revisiting a conversation with Nevada Current reporter Michael Lyle, co-host Dayvid Figler, and lead producer Sonja Cho Swanson on what it’s really like in the storm tunnels of Las Vegas.

We’re on social media! Follow us @CityCastVegas on Instagram. You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719.

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]]> 1493 The Tropicana is Closing. Should We Care? https://lasvegas.citycast.fm Today, almost exactly 67 years after opening, the Tropicana Casino and Hotel closes its doors for good. Old-timers with deep connections to the property have shared their special memories from the Trop’s heyday… but most Las Vegans of today will admit it’s been years since they stepped foot inside the Trop. So when did the Tropicana start to lose its relevance and why? Should we care about its closure — and when does a casino become worthy of preservation? Co-hosts Dayvid Figler and Sarah Lohman discuss. If you haven’t yet joined the City Cast Las Vegas membership program, now would be a great time: We’ve got a special ticket giveaway just for members — but we’re picking names at midnight on Friday! We’ve got two pairs of tickets for the Home & History tour coming up at the end of the month: Two (2) tickets to the Art Vegas bus tour (4/26 Friday 8:30 a.m.) Two (2) tickets to the Vintage Vegas Variety Hour + Cocktail Gala (4/27 Saturday 7 p.m.) So make sure to become a member by Friday, and you’ll be automatically entered to win. Head over lasvegas.citycast.fm to join. We’re on social media! Follow us @CityCastVegas on Instagram. You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719. Want some more Las Vegas news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter here. Tue, 02 Apr 2024 10:00:00 -0000 The Tropicana is Closing. Should We Care? full City Cast Today, almost exactly 67 years after opening, the Tropicana Casino and Hotel closes its doors for good. Old-timers with deep connections to the property have shared their special memories from the Trop’s heyday… but most Las Vegans of today will admit it’s been years since they stepped foot inside the Trop. So when did the Tropicana start to lose its relevance and why? Should we care about its closure — and when does a casino become worthy of preservation? Co-hosts Dayvid Figler and Sarah Lohman discuss. If you haven’t yet joined the City Cast Las Vegas membership program, now would be a great time: We’ve got a special ticket giveaway just for members — but we’re picking names at midnight on Friday! We’ve got two pairs of tickets for the Home & History tour coming up at the end of the month: Two (2) tickets to the Art Vegas bus tour (4/26 Friday 8:30 a.m.) Two (2) tickets to the Vintage Vegas Variety Hour + Cocktail Gala (4/27 Saturday 7 p.m.) So make sure to become a member by Friday, and you’ll be automatically entered to win. Head over lasvegas.citycast.fm to join. We’re on social media! Follow us @CityCastVegas on Instagram. You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719. Want some more Las Vegas news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter here. Today, almost exactly 67 years after opening, the Tropicana Casino and Hotel closes its doors for good. Old-timers with deep connections to the property have shared their special memories from the Trop’s heyday… but most Las Vegans of today will admit it’s been years since they stepped foot inside the Trop. So when did the Tropicana start to lose its relevance and why? Should we care about its closure — and when does a casino become worthy of preservation? Co-hosts Dayvid Figler and Sarah Lohman discuss.

If you haven’t yet joined the City Cast Las Vegas membership program, now would be a great time: We’ve got a special ticket giveaway just for members — but we’re picking names at midnight on Friday! We’ve got two pairs of tickets for the Home & History tour coming up at the end of the month:

  • Two (2) tickets to the Art Vegas bus tour (4/26 Friday 8:30 a.m.)
  • Two (2) tickets to the Vintage Vegas Variety Hour + Cocktail Gala (4/27 Saturday 7 p.m.)

So make sure to become a member by Friday, and you’ll be automatically entered to win. Head over lasvegas.citycast.fm to join.

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]]> 1284 Why Does East Las Vegas Need a National Monument? Whether you know the difference between the Sunrise and Frenchman Mountains or not, they’re home to some extraordinary views and natural wonders — including rare plants, Indigenous sites, and a world-class geological feature called the Great Unconformity. But you might be surprised to hear that this land isn’t federally protected. You’ll often see broken glass bottles and graffiti here. City Cast co-host Sarah Lohman took a trip out to see the site, and meet with community leaders who are advocating for an East Las Vegas National Monument: UNLV geologist Dr. Steve Rowland; Bertha Gutierrez, program director at the Conservation Lands Foundation; and Taylor Patterson, executive director of the Native Voters Alliance. They discuss why the area needs protection, and what an accessible outdoor space would mean for East Las Vegas. We’re on social media! Follow us @CityCastVegas on Instagram. You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719. Want some more Las Vegas news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter here. Mon, 01 Apr 2024 10:00:00 -0000 Why Does East Las Vegas Need a National Monument? full City Cast Whether you know the difference between the Sunrise and Frenchman Mountains or not, they’re home to some extraordinary views and natural wonders — including rare plants, Indigenous sites, and a world-class geological feature called the Great Unconformity. But you might be surprised to hear that this land isn’t federally protected. You’ll often see broken glass bottles and graffiti here. City Cast co-host Sarah Lohman took a trip out to see the site, and meet with community leaders who are advocating for an East Las Vegas National Monument: UNLV geologist Dr. Steve Rowland; Bertha Gutierrez, program director at the Conservation Lands Foundation; and Taylor Patterson, executive director of the Native Voters Alliance. They discuss why the area needs protection, and what an accessible outdoor space would mean for East Las Vegas. We’re on social media! Follow us @CityCastVegas on Instagram. You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719. Want some more Las Vegas news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter here. Whether you know the difference between the Sunrise and Frenchman Mountains or not, they’re home to some extraordinary views and natural wonders — including rare plants, Indigenous sites, and a world-class geological feature called the Great Unconformity. But you might be surprised to hear that this land isn’t federally protected. You’ll often see broken glass bottles and graffiti here. City Cast co-host Sarah Lohman took a trip out to see the site, and meet with community leaders who are advocating for an East Las Vegas National Monument: UNLV geologist Dr. Steve Rowland; Bertha Gutierrez, program director at the Conservation Lands Foundation; and Taylor Patterson, executive director of the Native Voters Alliance. They discuss why the area needs protection, and what an accessible outdoor space would mean for East Las Vegas.

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]]> 1603 Phones Blocked in Schools, New Ballot Measure Polling, and a Chonky Cat Up for Adoption https://lasvegas.citycast.fm Starting in August, CCSD middle and high schools will enact a new policy: During classes, students will be required to place their phones into signal-blocking pouches. Unsurprisingly, the move is deeply controversial. So what’s the upside (and the possible fallout)? Co-host Sarah Lohman and Dayvid Figler are joined by Nevada Current editor April Corbin Girnus to discuss. Next up, the team looks at new polling numbers that have just come out on Nevada ballot measures and how that could affect the election. And last but certainly not least, we take a moment to admire an enormous, 29-pound cat up for adoption at the Animal Foundation. (Spoiler: He is a very good, very chonky boi.) We’re on social media! Follow us @CityCastVegas on Instagram. You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719. Want some more Las Vegas news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter here. Fri, 29 Mar 2024 10:00:00 -0000 Phones Blocked in Schools, New Ballot Measure Polling, and a Chonky Cat Up for Adoption full City Cast Starting in August, CCSD middle and high schools will enact a new policy: During classes, students will be required to place their phones into signal-blocking pouches. Unsurprisingly, the move is deeply controversial. So what’s the upside (and the possible fallout)? Co-host Sarah Lohman and Dayvid Figler are joined by Nevada Current editor April Corbin Girnus to discuss. Next up, the team looks at new polling numbers that have just come out on Nevada ballot measures and how that could affect the election. And last but certainly not least, we take a moment to admire an enormous, 29-pound cat up for adoption at the Animal Foundation. (Spoiler: He is a very good, very chonky boi.) We’re on social media! Follow us @CityCastVegas on Instagram. You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719. Want some more Las Vegas news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter here. Starting in August, CCSD middle and high schools will enact a new policy: During classes, students will be required to place their phones into signal-blocking pouches. Unsurprisingly, the move is deeply controversial. So what’s the upside (and the possible fallout)? Co-host Sarah Lohman and Dayvid Figler are joined by Nevada Current editor April Corbin Girnus to discuss. Next up, the team looks at new polling numbers that have just come out on Nevada ballot measures and how that could affect the election. And last but certainly not least, we take a moment to admire an enormous, 29-pound cat up for adoption at the Animal Foundation. (Spoiler: He is a very good, very chonky boi.)

We’re on social media! Follow us @CityCastVegas on Instagram. You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719.

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]]> 1895 How to Forage in Vegas This Spring https://lasvegas.citycast.fm There’s a lot that’s edible in the parks, walking paths, and backyards of urban Las Vegas, if you just know where to look. Today, co-hosts Dayvid Figler and Sarah Lohman (a culinary historian) sit down to talk about the edible greens, flowers, and fruits coming into season this spring — all of which you can find growing right here in our city. Resources mentioned: Indian Uses of Desert Plants by James W. Cornett Southwest Foraging by John Slattery Portico by Leah Koenig Nevada Grown: A Year in Local Food The Meth Lunches by Kim Foster Seek app We’re on social media! Follow us @CityCastVegas on Instagram. You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719. Want some more Las Vegas news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter here. Thu, 28 Mar 2024 10:00:00 -0000 How to Forage in Vegas This Spring full City Cast There’s a lot that’s edible in the parks, walking paths, and backyards of urban Las Vegas, if you just know where to look. Today, co-hosts Dayvid Figler and Sarah Lohman (a culinary historian) sit down to talk about the edible greens, flowers, and fruits coming into season this spring — all of which you can find growing right here in our city. Resources mentioned: Indian Uses of Desert Plants by James W. Cornett Southwest Foraging by John Slattery Portico by Leah Koenig Nevada Grown: A Year in Local Food The Meth Lunches by Kim Foster Seek app We’re on social media! Follow us @CityCastVegas on Instagram. You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719. Want some more Las Vegas news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter here. There’s a lot that’s edible in the parks, walking paths, and backyards of urban Las Vegas, if you just know where to look. Today, co-hosts Dayvid Figler and Sarah Lohman (a culinary historian) sit down to talk about the edible greens, flowers, and fruits coming into season this spring — all of which you can find growing right here in our city.

Resources mentioned:

Indian Uses of Desert Plants by James W. Cornett

Southwest Foraging by John Slattery

Portico by Leah Koenig

Nevada Grown: A Year in Local Food

The Meth Lunches by Kim Foster

Seek app

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]]> 1236 Who Pays the Price for Vegas Solar Projects? https://lasvegas.citycast.fm/ Renewable energy is a pillar in the fight against climate change — Nevada’s tackling that with giant solar farms out in the desert. But solar farms here aren’t without controversy. Today, co-host Dayvid Figler talks with Nevada Current reporter Jeniffer Solis, who wrote about the fight brewing over the Rough Hat Clark County Solar Project 40 miles outside of Vegas. This project could provide our growing city with urgently-needed clean energy, but conservationists warn it could also kill hundreds of endangered desert tortoises. And, as Jeniffer explains, solar projects come with a host of other issues for the rural communities where they’re placed. So who pays the price for our city’s growing energy demands? Want to leave a comment for BLM? You have until April 11! Find instructions here. We’re on social media! Follow us @CityCastVegas on Instagram. You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719. Want some more Las Vegas news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter here. Wed, 27 Mar 2024 10:00:00 -0000 Who Pays the Price for Vegas Solar Projects? full City Cast Renewable energy is a pillar in the fight against climate change — Nevada’s tackling that with giant solar farms out in the desert. But solar farms here aren’t without controversy. Today, co-host Dayvid Figler talks with Nevada Current reporter Jeniffer Solis, who wrote about the fight brewing over the Rough Hat Clark County Solar Project 40 miles outside of Vegas. This project could provide our growing city with urgently-needed clean energy, but conservationists warn it could also kill hundreds of endangered desert tortoises. And, as Jeniffer explains, solar projects come with a host of other issues for the rural communities where they’re placed. So who pays the price for our city’s growing energy demands? Want to leave a comment for BLM? You have until April 11! Find instructions here. We’re on social media! Follow us @CityCastVegas on Instagram. You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719. Want some more Las Vegas news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter here. Renewable energy is a pillar in the fight against climate change — Nevada’s tackling that with giant solar farms out in the desert. But solar farms here aren’t without controversy. Today, co-host Dayvid Figler talks with Nevada Current reporter Jeniffer Solis, who wrote about the fight brewing over the Rough Hat Clark County Solar Project 40 miles outside of Vegas. This project could provide our growing city with urgently-needed clean energy, but conservationists warn it could also kill hundreds of endangered desert tortoises. And, as Jeniffer explains, solar projects come with a host of other issues for the rural communities where they’re placed. So who pays the price for our city’s growing energy demands?

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]]> 1090 Your Guide to April in Las Vegas https://lasvegas.citycast.fm/ Arguably the best month in Las Vegas is approaching, and we’ve got the guide to what you can’t miss this April. Contributor and artist Brent Holmes joins co-hosts Sarah Lohman and Dayvid Figler to recommend where to eat, what to do, and how to get out of your comfort zone this month. Mentioned this episode: Red Rock Canyon Lone Mountain Park and Trail “Jones Ranch Egypt” Brent Holmes curated by Sydney Galindo at ASAP Gallery (end of April) Listen to our episode with Brent on Black cowboys here! Ride the Cyclone at Majestic Repertory Theatre (starts April 18) Titus Andronicus at 1600 Wigwam Pkwy (March 28 - April 6) Esther’s Kitchen’s new location on Main Street Early Birds on Blue Diamond Pioneer Saloon in Goodsprings, NV Raow Raow Free Earth Day Celebration at Lorenzi Park (April 20) University Forum Lecture with Kim Foster at UNLV (April 18) Dr. Neil Degrasse Tyson - Astronomy Bizarre at The Smith Center (2 shows on April 14) Nevada Preservation Foundation Home + History Bus Tour (April 25 - 28) We’re on social media! Follow us @CityCastVegas on Instagram. You can also call or text us (or recommend somewhere for Sarah to find a passion fruit vine!) at 702-514-0719. Want some more Las Vegas news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter here. Tue, 26 Mar 2024 10:00:00 -0000 Your Guide to April in Las Vegas full City Cast Arguably the best month in Las Vegas is approaching, and we’ve got the guide to what you can’t miss this April. Contributor and artist Brent Holmes joins co-hosts Sarah Lohman and Dayvid Figler to recommend where to eat, what to do, and how to get out of your comfort zone this month. Mentioned this episode: Red Rock Canyon Lone Mountain Park and Trail “Jones Ranch Egypt” Brent Holmes curated by Sydney Galindo at ASAP Gallery (end of April) Listen to our episode with Brent on Black cowboys here! Ride the Cyclone at Majestic Repertory Theatre (starts April 18) Titus Andronicus at 1600 Wigwam Pkwy (March 28 - April 6) Esther’s Kitchen’s new location on Main Street Early Birds on Blue Diamond Pioneer Saloon in Goodsprings, NV Raow Raow Free Earth Day Celebration at Lorenzi Park (April 20) University Forum Lecture with Kim Foster at UNLV (April 18) Dr. Neil Degrasse Tyson - Astronomy Bizarre at The Smith Center (2 shows on April 14) Nevada Preservation Foundation Home + History Bus Tour (April 25 - 28) We’re on social media! Follow us @CityCastVegas on Instagram. You can also call or text us (or recommend somewhere for Sarah to find a passion fruit vine!) at 702-514-0719. Want some more Las Vegas news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter here. Arguably the best month in Las Vegas is approaching, and we’ve got the guide to what you can’t miss this April. Contributor and artist Brent Holmes joins co-hosts Sarah Lohman and Dayvid Figler to recommend where to eat, what to do, and how to get out of your comfort zone this month.

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]]> 1373 Is Circus Circus Actually… Amazing? https://lasvegas.citycast.fm/ Sooo… Circus Circus doesn’t have the best reputation. It’s one of the oldest still-standing casinos in town and occupies the quieter, dustier north end of the Strip. It frequently tops lists of the “worst casinos in Las Vegas,” and the murder-clown vibes (and rumors of hauntings) don’t help, either. But co-host Dayvid Figler is on a mission to convince you otherwise. He and co-host Sarah Lohman recently took a field trip to Circus Circus, and they sit down to talk about the casino’s unique place in Vegas history, its hidden charms, and why maybe, just maybe, we should all give Circus Circus another chance. We’re on social media! Follow us @CityCastVegas on Instagram. You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719. Want some more Las Vegas news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter here. Mon, 25 Mar 2024 10:00:00 -0000 Is Circus Circus Actually… Amazing? full City Cast Sooo… Circus Circus doesn’t have the best reputation. It’s one of the oldest still-standing casinos in town and occupies the quieter, dustier north end of the Strip. It frequently tops lists of the “worst casinos in Las Vegas,” and the murder-clown vibes (and rumors of hauntings) don’t help, either. But co-host Dayvid Figler is on a mission to convince you otherwise. He and co-host Sarah Lohman recently took a field trip to Circus Circus, and they sit down to talk about the casino’s unique place in Vegas history, its hidden charms, and why maybe, just maybe, we should all give Circus Circus another chance. We’re on social media! Follow us @CityCastVegas on Instagram. You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719. Want some more Las Vegas news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter here. Sooo… Circus Circus doesn’t have the best reputation. It’s one of the oldest still-standing casinos in town and occupies the quieter, dustier north end of the Strip. It frequently tops lists of the “worst casinos in Las Vegas,” and the murder-clown vibes (and rumors of hauntings) don’t help, either. But co-host Dayvid Figler is on a mission to convince you otherwise. He and co-host Sarah Lohman recently took a field trip to Circus Circus, and they sit down to talk about the casino’s unique place in Vegas history, its hidden charms, and why maybe, just maybe, we should all give Circus Circus another chance.


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]]> 1376 The Fontainebleau v. Wynn’s Spiciest Texts, Lombardo v. Biden, and the Henderson DMV https://lasvegas.citycast.fm/ Things heated up in the Fontainebleau v. Wynn non-compete feud this week: Not only did the Fontainebleau come back with a countersuit to the Wynn’s claims of executive “poaching,” they also dropped some fiery text messages between the Wynn and Fontainebleau CEOs. So today, co-hosts Dayvid Figler and Sarah Lohman, along with contributor Vogue Robinson, break down the drama (along with a dramatic reading of said texts). Next up, the team takes on Lombardo’s shots at Biden over affordable housing, and lastly, we talk about why Henderson’s only DMV is shutting down — and which services we’d love to see go (and stay) online. We’re on social media! Follow us @CityCastVegas on Instagram. You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719. Want some more Las Vegas news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter here. Fri, 22 Mar 2024 10:00:00 -0000 The Fontainebleau v. Wynn’s Spiciest Texts, Lombardo v. Biden, and the Henderson DMV full City Cast Things heated up in the Fontainebleau v. Wynn non-compete feud this week: Not only did the Fontainebleau come back with a countersuit to the Wynn’s claims of executive “poaching,” they also dropped some fiery text messages between the Wynn and Fontainebleau CEOs. So today, co-hosts Dayvid Figler and Sarah Lohman, along with contributor Vogue Robinson, break down the drama (along with a dramatic reading of said texts). Next up, the team takes on Lombardo’s shots at Biden over affordable housing, and lastly, we talk about why Henderson’s only DMV is shutting down — and which services we’d love to see go (and stay) online. We’re on social media! Follow us @CityCastVegas on Instagram. You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719. Want some more Las Vegas news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter here. Things heated up in the Fontainebleau v. Wynn non-compete feud this week: Not only did the Fontainebleau come back with a countersuit to the Wynn’s claims of executive “poaching,” they also dropped some fiery text messages between the Wynn and Fontainebleau CEOs. So today, co-hosts Dayvid Figler and Sarah Lohman, along with contributor Vogue Robinson, break down the drama (along with a dramatic reading of said texts). Next up, the team takes on Lombardo’s shots at Biden over affordable housing, and lastly, we talk about why Henderson’s only DMV is shutting down — and which services we’d love to see go (and stay) online.


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]]> 1895 Early Reports Show F1 Cost Clark County Nearly $500K https://lasvegas.citycast.fm/podcasts On Tuesday, March 19, the Clark Commission received a long-awaited debriefing on the economic impact of the F1 race. Well, it’s a real mixed bag with the list of challenges being pretty dense (one commissioner says we all “suffered”) and a host of fixes unlikely to be all in place by the time the race rolls around again in November, 2024. Today, co-host Dayvid Figler speaks with Clark County Commission Chair Tick Segerblom, who is not only concerned about the amount of county worker hours redirected to F1 and the loss to the County government of almost half a million dollars, but also the accuracy of the $1.5 billion dollars in economic impact assessed by private consultant Applied Analysis (spoiler: Tick says that number is “not even close”). So what comes next for F1, and will Commish Tick support F1 and their demands in the years to come? We’re on social media! Follow us @CityCastVegas on Instagram. You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719. Want some more Las Vegas news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter here. Thu, 21 Mar 2024 10:00:00 -0000 Early Reports Show F1 Cost Clark County Nearly $500K full City Cast On Tuesday, March 19, the Clark Commission received a long-awaited debriefing on the economic impact of the F1 race. Well, it’s a real mixed bag with the list of challenges being pretty dense (one commissioner says we all “suffered”) and a host of fixes unlikely to be all in place by the time the race rolls around again in November, 2024. Today, co-host Dayvid Figler speaks with Clark County Commission Chair Tick Segerblom, who is not only concerned about the amount of county worker hours redirected to F1 and the loss to the County government of almost half a million dollars, but also the accuracy of the $1.5 billion dollars in economic impact assessed by private consultant Applied Analysis (spoiler: Tick says that number is “not even close”). So what comes next for F1, and will Commish Tick support F1 and their demands in the years to come? We’re on social media! Follow us @CityCastVegas on Instagram. You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719. Want some more Las Vegas news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter here. On Tuesday, March 19, the Clark Commission received a long-awaited debriefing on the economic impact of the F1 race. Well, it’s a real mixed bag with the list of challenges being pretty dense (one commissioner says we all “suffered”) and a host of fixes unlikely to be all in place by the time the race rolls around again in November, 2024. Today, co-host Dayvid Figler speaks with Clark County Commission Chair Tick Segerblom, who is not only concerned about the amount of county worker hours redirected to F1 and the loss to the County government of almost half a million dollars, but also the accuracy of the $1.5 billion dollars in economic impact assessed by private consultant Applied Analysis (spoiler: Tick says that number is “not even close”). So what comes next for F1, and will Commish Tick support F1 and their demands in the years to come?

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]]> 1314 What the Rave Scene is Really Like in Vegas https://lasvegas.citycast.fm The largest electronic dance music festival in North America, Electronic Daisy Carnival (EDC), returns to the Las Vegas Motor Speedway for its 13th year in May. As the city gears up to host the 500,000+ attendees, we look at what makes the massive festival thrive in Las Vegas and the local rave community that keeps it alive. Mary Michaud, who has been raving in Vegas since 2008, explains what brought EDC here, the ups and downs of the Vegas rave scene, and gives us insider tips for how to join the party with co-host Sarah Lohman. We’re on social media! Follow us @CityCastVegas on Instagram. You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719. Want some more Las Vegas news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter here. Wed, 20 Mar 2024 10:00:00 -0000 What the Rave Scene is Really Like in Vegas full City Cast The largest electronic dance music festival in North America, Electronic Daisy Carnival (EDC), returns to the Las Vegas Motor Speedway for its 13th year in May. As the city gears up to host the 500,000+ attendees, we look at what makes the massive festival thrive in Las Vegas and the local rave community that keeps it alive. Mary Michaud, who has been raving in Vegas since 2008, explains what brought EDC here, the ups and downs of the Vegas rave scene, and gives us insider tips for how to join the party with co-host Sarah Lohman. We’re on social media! Follow us @CityCastVegas on Instagram. You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719. Want some more Las Vegas news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter here. The largest electronic dance music festival in North America, Electronic Daisy Carnival (EDC), returns to the Las Vegas Motor Speedway for its 13th year in May. As the city gears up to host the 500,000+ attendees, we look at what makes the massive festival thrive in Las Vegas and the local rave community that keeps it alive. Mary Michaud, who has been raving in Vegas since 2008, explains what brought EDC here, the ups and downs of the Vegas rave scene, and gives us insider tips for how to join the party with co-host Sarah Lohman.

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]]> 1392 An Insider’s Guide to the Vegas Airport https://lasvegas.citycast.fm Where is the secret nap room at the airport? Why is there a Terminal 1 and a Terminal 3… but no Terminal 2? Which local coffee shop just opened an outpost in T3? Today, co-host Dayvid Figler sits down with newsletter editor Rob Kachelriess, who recently wrote a guide to the Las Vegas airport for Thrillist, to get his insider tips on the best places to eat, drink, and (yes!) sleep at Harry Reid International. Places mentioned: Zerolevel Fitness Center Liquor Library Airport Slots Metro Pizza Moe’s Southwest Grill Sprinkles Cupcakes Espresso Urbano Las Vegas Chophouse and Brewery Sammy’s Woodfired Pizza Wolfgang Puck Express Lego vending machine The Raider Image The B Lounge (Budweiser) We’re on social media! Follow us @CityCastVegas on Instagram. You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719. Want some more Las Vegas news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter here. Tue, 19 Mar 2024 10:00:00 -0000 An Insider’s Guide to the Vegas Airport full City Cast Where is the secret nap room at the airport? Why is there a Terminal 1 and a Terminal 3… but no Terminal 2? Which local coffee shop just opened an outpost in T3? Today, co-host Dayvid Figler sits down with newsletter editor Rob Kachelriess, who recently wrote a guide to the Las Vegas airport for Thrillist, to get his insider tips on the best places to eat, drink, and (yes!) sleep at Harry Reid International. Places mentioned: Zerolevel Fitness Center Liquor Library Airport Slots Metro Pizza Moe’s Southwest Grill Sprinkles Cupcakes Espresso Urbano Las Vegas Chophouse and Brewery Sammy’s Woodfired Pizza Wolfgang Puck Express Lego vending machine The Raider Image The B Lounge (Budweiser) We’re on social media! Follow us @CityCastVegas on Instagram. You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719. Want some more Las Vegas news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter here. Where is the secret nap room at the airport? Why is there a Terminal 1 and a Terminal 3… but no Terminal 2? Which local coffee shop just opened an outpost in T3? Today, co-host Dayvid Figler sits down with newsletter editor Rob Kachelriess, who recently wrote a guide to the Las Vegas airport for Thrillist, to get his insider tips on the best places to eat, drink, and (yes!) sleep at Harry Reid International.

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]]> 1352 What Happened to the Bellagio Loon? https://lasvegas.citycast.fm When a Yellow-billed loon, a rare Arctic bird, shut down the Bellagio Fountains water show, the eyes of the world turned to the city from CNN to Fox News to John Oliver. The Nevada Department of Wildlife was able to capture and release the lost bird in an undisclosed location but not without criticism. So how could the rescue of this rare bird have gone better and what does Las Vegas need to be a more bird-friendly city? Co-host Sarah Lohman asks Alex Harper from the Red Rock Audobon Society why the yellow-billed loon gained so much attention and gets an inside look at rare bird sightings in Nevada. We’re on social media! Follow us @CityCastVegas on Instagram. You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719. Want some more Las Vegas news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter here. Mon, 18 Mar 2024 10:00:00 -0000 What Happened to the Bellagio Loon? full City Cast When a Yellow-billed loon, a rare Arctic bird, shut down the Bellagio Fountains water show, the eyes of the world turned to the city from CNN to Fox News to John Oliver. The Nevada Department of Wildlife was able to capture and release the lost bird in an undisclosed location but not without criticism. So how could the rescue of this rare bird have gone better and what does Las Vegas need to be a more bird-friendly city? Co-host Sarah Lohman asks Alex Harper from the Red Rock Audobon Society why the yellow-billed loon gained so much attention and gets an inside look at rare bird sightings in Nevada. We’re on social media! Follow us @CityCastVegas on Instagram. You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719. Want some more Las Vegas news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter here. When a Yellow-billed loon, a rare Arctic bird, shut down the Bellagio Fountains water show, the eyes of the world turned to the city from CNN to Fox News to John Oliver. The Nevada Department of Wildlife was able to capture and release the lost bird in an undisclosed location but not without criticism. So how could the rescue of this rare bird have gone better and what does Las Vegas need to be a more bird-friendly city? Co-host Sarah Lohman asks Alex Harper from the Red Rock Audobon Society why the yellow-billed loon gained so much attention and gets an inside look at rare bird sightings in Nevada.



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]]> 1461 LVCVA’s Support for Vegas Loop, Regent Doubles Down on Trans Comment, and Hollywood 2.0 https://lasvegas.citycast.fm/ To no one’s surprise, Elon Musk’s Boring Company is in the news again as Steve Hill, CEO of the Las Vegas Convention and Visitors Authority, throws his support behind the Vegas Loop’s expansion amid safety concerns. Also, a member of the Nevada System of Higher Education Board of Regents is facing calls to resign after doubling down on comments aimed at trans athletes and the American Film Market moving to Vegas revives hopes for a Hollywood 2.0. Hosts Sarah Lohman and Dayvid Figler are joined by thelist.vegas publisher Andrew Kiraly to round up this week’s news. We’re on social media! Follow us @CityCastVegas on Instagram. You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719. Want some more Las Vegas news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter here. Fri, 15 Mar 2024 10:00:00 -0000 LVCVA’s Support for Vegas Loop, Regent Doubles Down on Trans Comment, and Hollywood 2.0 full City Cast To no one’s surprise, Elon Musk’s Boring Company is in the news again as Steve Hill, CEO of the Las Vegas Convention and Visitors Authority, throws his support behind the Vegas Loop’s expansion amid safety concerns. Also, a member of the Nevada System of Higher Education Board of Regents is facing calls to resign after doubling down on comments aimed at trans athletes and the American Film Market moving to Vegas revives hopes for a Hollywood 2.0. Hosts Sarah Lohman and Dayvid Figler are joined by thelist.vegas publisher Andrew Kiraly to round up this week’s news. We’re on social media! Follow us @CityCastVegas on Instagram. You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719. Want some more Las Vegas news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter here. To no one’s surprise, Elon Musk’s Boring Company is in the news again as Steve Hill, CEO of the Las Vegas Convention and Visitors Authority, throws his support behind the Vegas Loop’s expansion amid safety concerns. Also, a member of the Nevada System of Higher Education Board of Regents is facing calls to resign after doubling down on comments aimed at trans athletes and the American Film Market moving to Vegas revives hopes for a Hollywood 2.0. Hosts Sarah Lohman and Dayvid Figler are joined by thelist.vegas publisher Andrew Kiraly to round up this week’s news.

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]]> 2123 Does Vegas Have a Pizza Style? https://lasvegas.citycast.fm/ On March 19th, the International Pizza Expo, the largest pizza industry conference in the world, is coming to Las Vegas. So we thought there is no better time to ask the question: Does Las Vegas have a pizza style? And we got the best of the best to give us an answer. Pizza expert Scott Weiner, founder of Scott’s Pizza Tours and Slice Out Hunger, who sits down with host Sarah Lohman to spill some industry tea, give us the breakdown on what a pizza style should look like and lets us in on the future of pizza boxes.  We’re on social media! Follow us @CityCastVegas on Instagram. You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719. Want some more Las Vegas news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter here. Thu, 14 Mar 2024 10:00:00 -0000 Does Vegas Have a Pizza Style? full City Cast On March 19th, the International Pizza Expo, the largest pizza industry conference in the world, is coming to Las Vegas. So we thought there is no better time to ask the question: Does Las Vegas have a pizza style? And we got the best of the best to give us an answer. Pizza expert Scott Weiner, founder of Scott’s Pizza Tours and Slice Out Hunger, who sits down with host Sarah Lohman to spill some industry tea, give us the breakdown on what a pizza style should look like and lets us in on the future of pizza boxes.  We’re on social media! Follow us @CityCastVegas on Instagram. You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719. Want some more Las Vegas news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter here. On March 19th, the International Pizza Expo, the largest pizza industry conference in the world, is coming to Las Vegas. So we thought there is no better time to ask the question: Does Las Vegas have a pizza style? And we got the best of the best to give us an answer. Pizza expert Scott Weiner, founder of Scott’s Pizza Tours and Slice Out Hunger, who sits down with host Sarah Lohman to spill some industry tea, give us the breakdown on what a pizza style should look like and lets us in on the future of pizza boxes. 

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]]> 1349 Vegas Has a SeaQuest Problem https://lasvegas.citycast.fm/ For the last several years, Channel 13 has been investigating allegations of horrific animal abuse at SeaQuest, a petting zoo and aquarium at the Boulevard Mall. Through interviews and records requests, they’ve uncovered a pattern of stories involving animals mangled and cooked (yes) to death by their enclosures, creatures so starved they eat gravel or bite guests, and baby birds stomped on by unchaperoned toddlers. Today, co-host Dayvid Figler talks with Channel 13’s chief investigator Darcy Spears about their latest round of reporting and asks: If this is true, how is SeaQuest still operating? And is there a place in our community for a venue like SeaQuest to exist, even if they get their act together? We’re on social media! Follow us @CityCastVegas on Instagram. You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719. Want some more Las Vegas news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter here. Wed, 13 Mar 2024 10:00:00 -0000 Vegas Has a SeaQuest Problem full City Cast For the last several years, Channel 13 has been investigating allegations of horrific animal abuse at SeaQuest, a petting zoo and aquarium at the Boulevard Mall. Through interviews and records requests, they’ve uncovered a pattern of stories involving animals mangled and cooked (yes) to death by their enclosures, creatures so starved they eat gravel or bite guests, and baby birds stomped on by unchaperoned toddlers. Today, co-host Dayvid Figler talks with Channel 13’s chief investigator Darcy Spears about their latest round of reporting and asks: If this is true, how is SeaQuest still operating? And is there a place in our community for a venue like SeaQuest to exist, even if they get their act together? We’re on social media! Follow us @CityCastVegas on Instagram. You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719. Want some more Las Vegas news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter here. For the last several years, Channel 13 has been investigating allegations of horrific animal abuse at SeaQuest, a petting zoo and aquarium at the Boulevard Mall. Through interviews and records requests, they’ve uncovered a pattern of stories involving animals mangled and cooked (yes) to death by their enclosures, creatures so starved they eat gravel or bite guests, and baby birds stomped on by unchaperoned toddlers. Today, co-host Dayvid Figler talks with Channel 13’s chief investigator Darcy Spears about their latest round of reporting and asks: If this is true, how is SeaQuest still operating? And is there a place in our community for a venue like SeaQuest to exist, even if they get their act together?

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]]> 1301 How to Turn Your Garden into a Native Plant Oasis https://lasvegas.citycast.fm Growing a garden in Las Vegas is already hard enough, but did you know that you might be making it harder on yourself and the environment? Planting invasive species that require more water and provide less habitat for animals is a growing problem as we stretch into the desert. So to kick off spring on the right foot, native plant nursery owner Nestor Robles shares his tips on how to start your own native garden and what it means to decolonize your landscape with co-host Sarah Lohman. You can find Nestor on Instagram @xochipilli_natives for more information. We’re on social media! Follow us @CityCastVegas on Instagram. You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719. Want some more Las Vegas news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter here. Tue, 12 Mar 2024 10:00:00 -0000 How to Turn Your Garden into a Native Plant Oasis full City Cast Growing a garden in Las Vegas is already hard enough, but did you know that you might be making it harder on yourself and the environment? Planting invasive species that require more water and provide less habitat for animals is a growing problem as we stretch into the desert. So to kick off spring on the right foot, native plant nursery owner Nestor Robles shares his tips on how to start your own native garden and what it means to decolonize your landscape with co-host Sarah Lohman. You can find Nestor on Instagram @xochipilli_natives for more information. We’re on social media! Follow us @CityCastVegas on Instagram. You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719. Want some more Las Vegas news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter here. Growing a garden in Las Vegas is already hard enough, but did you know that you might be making it harder on yourself and the environment? Planting invasive species that require more water and provide less habitat for animals is a growing problem as we stretch into the desert. So to kick off spring on the right foot, native plant nursery owner Nestor Robles shares his tips on how to start your own native garden and what it means to decolonize your landscape with co-host Sarah Lohman.

You can find Nestor on Instagram @xochipilli_natives for more information.

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]]> 1130 An Inside Look at Vegas’s New Marijuana Lounge https://lasvegas.citycast.fm/podcasts Smoke and Mirrors, Nevada’s first state-approved marijuana lounge, is now open for business after years of the state working to figure out how regulations and licensing would look. The lounge is attached to Thrive Dispensary in the shadow of Resorts World which is closer to the Strip than other lounges will be allowed to get. So does the lounge give Amsterdam vibes or is it still figuring itself out? Co-host Dayvid Figler and newsletter editor Rob Kachelriess recap their visit and share some insider tips with co-host Sarah Lohman. We’re on social media! Follow us @CityCastVegas on Instagram. You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719. Want some more Las Vegas news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter here. Mon, 11 Mar 2024 10:00:00 -0000 An Inside Look at Vegas’s New Marijuana Lounge full City Cast Smoke and Mirrors, Nevada’s first state-approved marijuana lounge, is now open for business after years of the state working to figure out how regulations and licensing would look. The lounge is attached to Thrive Dispensary in the shadow of Resorts World which is closer to the Strip than other lounges will be allowed to get. So does the lounge give Amsterdam vibes or is it still figuring itself out? Co-host Dayvid Figler and newsletter editor Rob Kachelriess recap their visit and share some insider tips with co-host Sarah Lohman. We’re on social media! Follow us @CityCastVegas on Instagram. You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719. Want some more Las Vegas news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter here. Smoke and Mirrors, Nevada’s first state-approved marijuana lounge, is now open for business after years of the state working to figure out how regulations and licensing would look. The lounge is attached to Thrive Dispensary in the shadow of Resorts World which is closer to the Strip than other lounges will be allowed to get. So does the lounge give Amsterdam vibes or is it still figuring itself out? Co-host Dayvid Figler and newsletter editor Rob Kachelriess recap their visit and share some insider tips with co-host Sarah Lohman.

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]]> 1397 That A’s Stadium Looks Familiar… Plus, New County Ethics Rules, and Bellagio “Duckgate” https://lasvegas.citycast.fm/ The A’s have finally released their latest stadium renderings — and y’all might have noticed, the design looks kind of familiar (Sydney Opera House, anyone)? Today, co-hosts Dayvid Figler and Sarah Lohman sit down with contributor and Nevada Current reporter Michael MJ Lyle to break down the new design. Next up, MJ explains the county’s new ethics rules and what it might mean for events like F1 and the Super Bowl. And last but not least, the team gets some deep-dive bird knowledge while discussing the extremely rare loon that landed at the Bellagio this week and shut down the fountains for a whole day. We’re on social media! Follow us @CityCastVegas on Instagram. You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719. Want some more Las Vegas news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter here. Fri, 08 Mar 2024 11:00:00 -0000 That A’s Stadium Looks Familiar… Plus, New County Ethics Rules, and Bellagio “Duckgate” full City Cast The A’s have finally released their latest stadium renderings — and y’all might have noticed, the design looks kind of familiar (Sydney Opera House, anyone)? Today, co-hosts Dayvid Figler and Sarah Lohman sit down with contributor and Nevada Current reporter Michael MJ Lyle to break down the new design. Next up, MJ explains the county’s new ethics rules and what it might mean for events like F1 and the Super Bowl. And last but not least, the team gets some deep-dive bird knowledge while discussing the extremely rare loon that landed at the Bellagio this week and shut down the fountains for a whole day. We’re on social media! Follow us @CityCastVegas on Instagram. You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719. Want some more Las Vegas news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter here. The A’s have finally released their latest stadium renderings — and y’all might have noticed, the design looks kind of familiar (Sydney Opera House, anyone)? Today, co-hosts Dayvid Figler and Sarah Lohman sit down with contributor and Nevada Current reporter Michael MJ Lyle to break down the new design. Next up, MJ explains the county’s new ethics rules and what it might mean for events like F1 and the Super Bowl. And last but not least, the team gets some deep-dive bird knowledge while discussing the extremely rare loon that landed at the Bellagio this week and shut down the fountains for a whole day.

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]]> 1628 Could Las Vegas Survive Without Lake Mead? https://lasvegas.citycast.fm/ Yesterday, the feds signaled their approval for a long-awaited agreement between the Colorado River states — collectively, the lower basin states (Arizona, California, and Nevada) will reduce our water use by 3 million acre-feet by 2026. The hope is that we’ll be able to replenish our crucial reservoirs, including Lake Mead, the source of 90% of our city’s water. But damming rivers to create reservoirs isn’t without problems. So… was creating Lake Mead in the first place a mistake? Today, we’re bringing back a conversation co-host Dayvid Figler had with UNLV hydrologist Dr. David Kreamer, who explains the history of Lake Mead’s creation and why reservoirs can be so essential for cities — but also controversial. And before you forget: This is the last week to become a Founding Member in our brand-new membership program! Don’t worry, the podcast and newsletter will still be free for everyone, but this is a way for you to keep supporting the work we do. Founding members are enshrined on our website (and in our hearts) for all eternity, so sign up now. We’re on social media! Follow us @CityCastVegas on Instagram. You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719. Want some more Las Vegas news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter here. Thu, 07 Mar 2024 11:00:00 -0000 Could Las Vegas Survive Without Lake Mead? full City Cast Yesterday, the feds signaled their approval for a long-awaited agreement between the Colorado River states — collectively, the lower basin states (Arizona, California, and Nevada) will reduce our water use by 3 million acre-feet by 2026. The hope is that we’ll be able to replenish our crucial reservoirs, including Lake Mead, the source of 90% of our city’s water. But damming rivers to create reservoirs isn’t without problems. So… was creating Lake Mead in the first place a mistake? Today, we’re bringing back a conversation co-host Dayvid Figler had with UNLV hydrologist Dr. David Kreamer, who explains the history of Lake Mead’s creation and why reservoirs can be so essential for cities — but also controversial. And before you forget: This is the last week to become a Founding Member in our brand-new membership program! Don’t worry, the podcast and newsletter will still be free for everyone, but this is a way for you to keep supporting the work we do. Founding members are enshrined on our website (and in our hearts) for all eternity, so sign up now. We’re on social media! Follow us @CityCastVegas on Instagram. You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719. Want some more Las Vegas news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter here. Yesterday, the feds signaled their approval for a long-awaited agreement between the Colorado River states — collectively, the lower basin states (Arizona, California, and Nevada) will reduce our water use by 3 million acre-feet by 2026. The hope is that we’ll be able to replenish our crucial reservoirs, including Lake Mead, the source of 90% of our city’s water. But damming rivers to create reservoirs isn’t without problems. So… was creating Lake Mead in the first place a mistake? Today, we’re bringing back a conversation co-host Dayvid Figler had with UNLV hydrologist Dr. David Kreamer, who explains the history of Lake Mead’s creation and why reservoirs can be so essential for cities — but also controversial.

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]]> 1349 no The Tesla Tunnels Have… a Toxic Sludge Problem?? https://lasvegas.citycast.fm When the news broke last week that Elon Musk’s Boring Company faced over $100k in fines from Nevada OSHA for some pretty serious safety violations at their Las Vegas Tesla Tunnels (including a “toxic sludge” that burned workers’ skin and dangerously heavy equipment collapsing near tunnel entrances), Las Vegans were surprised. For most of us, this was the first we’d heard of last summer’s investigation. But in the meantime, while the Boring Co. contests the citations, city and county officials stayed mum and construction has continued. So what exactly was happening in those tunnels, and how does it reflect the culture of safety at the Boring Co? Co-host Dayvid Figler sits down with Fortune journalist Jessica Mathews, who interviewed over 10 former Boring Co. employees while researching her deep dive into safety at the Tesla Tunnels. Love our podcast? Support our work, and join our membership program! If you join by March 8, you’ll be enshrined on our website as a Founding Member for all time. We’re on social media! Follow us @CityCastVegas on Instagram. You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719. Want some more Las Vegas news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter here. Wed, 06 Mar 2024 11:00:00 -0000 The Tesla Tunnels Have… a Toxic Sludge Problem?? full City Cast When the news broke last week that Elon Musk’s Boring Company faced over $100k in fines from Nevada OSHA for some pretty serious safety violations at their Las Vegas Tesla Tunnels (including a “toxic sludge” that burned workers’ skin and dangerously heavy equipment collapsing near tunnel entrances), Las Vegans were surprised. For most of us, this was the first we’d heard of last summer’s investigation. But in the meantime, while the Boring Co. contests the citations, city and county officials stayed mum and construction has continued. So what exactly was happening in those tunnels, and how does it reflect the culture of safety at the Boring Co? Co-host Dayvid Figler sits down with Fortune journalist Jessica Mathews, who interviewed over 10 former Boring Co. employees while researching her deep dive into safety at the Tesla Tunnels. Love our podcast? Support our work, and join our membership program! If you join by March 8, you’ll be enshrined on our website as a Founding Member for all time. We’re on social media! Follow us @CityCastVegas on Instagram. You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719. Want some more Las Vegas news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter here. When the news broke last week that Elon Musk’s Boring Company faced over $100k in fines from Nevada OSHA for some pretty serious safety violations at their Las Vegas Tesla Tunnels (including a “toxic sludge” that burned workers’ skin and dangerously heavy equipment collapsing near tunnel entrances), Las Vegans were surprised. For most of us, this was the first we’d heard of last summer’s investigation. But in the meantime, while the Boring Co. contests the citations, city and county officials stayed mum and construction has continued. So what exactly was happening in those tunnels, and how does it reflect the culture of safety at the Boring Co? Co-host Dayvid Figler sits down with Fortune journalist Jessica Mathews, who interviewed over 10 former Boring Co. employees while researching her deep dive into safety at the Tesla Tunnels.

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]]> 1438 Desert Tortoise Do’s And Don’ts https://lasvegas.citycast.fm/podcasts A female desert tortoise can lay up to 14 eggs a year — and can breed for over 80 years. So if our randy reptilian friends are this fertile, why are they still endangered? Co-host Sarah Lohman sits down with wildlife biologist Beth Wolff to talk about the dangers that tortoises face in the Vegas Valley, why baby tortoises resemble “chicken nuggets,” and what to do if you encounter one (spoiler alert: it may or may not involve tortoise pee). Have you joined our membership program yet? This is your last week to join as a founding member. Founding members are permanently enshrined on our founding members wall — the deadline is Friday! We’re on social media! Follow us @CityCastVegas on Instagram. You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719. Want some more Las Vegas news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter here. Tue, 05 Mar 2024 11:00:00 -0000 Desert Tortoise Do’s And Don’ts full City Cast A female desert tortoise can lay up to 14 eggs a year — and can breed for over 80 years. So if our randy reptilian friends are this fertile, why are they still endangered? Co-host Sarah Lohman sits down with wildlife biologist Beth Wolff to talk about the dangers that tortoises face in the Vegas Valley, why baby tortoises resemble “chicken nuggets,” and what to do if you encounter one (spoiler alert: it may or may not involve tortoise pee). Have you joined our membership program yet? This is your last week to join as a founding member. Founding members are permanently enshrined on our founding members wall — the deadline is Friday! We’re on social media! Follow us @CityCastVegas on Instagram. You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719. Want some more Las Vegas news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter here. A female desert tortoise can lay up to 14 eggs a year — and can breed for over 80 years. So if our randy reptilian friends are this fertile, why are they still endangered? Co-host Sarah Lohman sits down with wildlife biologist Beth Wolff to talk about the dangers that tortoises face in the Vegas Valley, why baby tortoises resemble “chicken nuggets,” and what to do if you encounter one (spoiler alert: it may or may not involve tortoise pee).

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]]> 1390 Your Guide to March in Las Vegas https://lasvegas.citycast.fm/podcasts Spring has sprung in Las Vegas and so has our guide to March in the city! From must see shows to ways to get outside before the heat sets in, we’ve got you covered. Publisher of thelist.vegas Andrew Kiraly joins co-host Sarah Lohman to help you make the most of your March. This is the last week to become a founding member of City Cast Las Vegas. Join the club! We’re on social media! Follow us @CityCastVegas on Instagram. You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719. Want some more Las Vegas news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter here. Events mentioned: Dita Las Vegas DJ Night Weapons at Velveteen Rabbit, The Garden, and Corduroy Sunday House Music Brunches at 18bin (every Sunday) Rooted Lounge Sound Bath at Ferguson’s Downtown (during New and Full Moon) Brew’s Best Beer Festival at The Lawn at Downtown Summerlin (March 16) Ice Age State Fossils Park Tacos and Tamales Festival at Desert Breeze Park (March 23-24) Art and nature events at Wetlands Park Spring Plant Sale at Springs Preserve (March 23) Who Knows? at Vegas Theater Company (March 5, 12, & 19) David Perrico Pop Strings Orchestra at The Smith Center (March 22) March Madness at Chickie’s and Pete’s at The Sahara Hotel Zone of Interest and Live Jazz at Segue at The Beverly Theater Mon, 04 Mar 2024 11:00:00 -0000 Your Guide to March in Las Vegas full City Cast Spring has sprung in Las Vegas and so has our guide to March in the city! From must see shows to ways to get outside before the heat sets in, we’ve got you covered. Publisher of thelist.vegas Andrew Kiraly joins co-host Sarah Lohman to help you make the most of your March. This is the last week to become a founding member of City Cast Las Vegas. Join the club! We’re on social media! Follow us @CityCastVegas on Instagram. You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719. Want some more Las Vegas news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter here. Events mentioned: Dita Las Vegas DJ Night Weapons at Velveteen Rabbit, The Garden, and Corduroy Sunday House Music Brunches at 18bin (every Sunday) Rooted Lounge Sound Bath at Ferguson’s Downtown (during New and Full Moon) Brew’s Best Beer Festival at The Lawn at Downtown Summerlin (March 16) Ice Age State Fossils Park Tacos and Tamales Festival at Desert Breeze Park (March 23-24) Art and nature events at Wetlands Park Spring Plant Sale at Springs Preserve (March 23) Who Knows? at Vegas Theater Company (March 5, 12, & 19) David Perrico Pop Strings Orchestra at The Smith Center (March 22) March Madness at Chickie’s and Pete’s at The Sahara Hotel Zone of Interest and Live Jazz at Segue at The Beverly Theater Spring has sprung in Las Vegas and so has our guide to March in the city! From must see shows to ways to get outside before the heat sets in, we’ve got you covered. Publisher of thelist.vegas Andrew Kiraly joins co-host Sarah Lohman to help you make the most of your March.

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]]> 1296 The Tesla Tunnels Safety Exposé, Henderson’s Speeding Crackdown, and a Big Win for the Peppermill https://lasvegas.citycast.fm/podcasts Elon Musk’s Boring Company has taken over Las Vegas news this week. Construction workers for the Vegas Loop (unofficially the Tesla Tunnels) filed complaints with the Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) over safety concerns that include working in toxic sludge with harmful accelerants and a lack of proper safety equipment. OSHA’s investigation was contested by the company, which claims there is insufficient evidence. In another part of the Valley, Henderson police issued 600+ traffic citations in just two weeks in an effort to make the streets safer. Also, the beloved Peppermill wins a prestigious food award from James Beard. Hosts Sarah Lohman and Dayvid Figler are joined by City Cast Las Vegas executive producer Sonja Cho Swanson to explain the big impacts on our city. Want to support our show and become a founding City Cast Las Vegas member?! Sign up here for ad free listing and more perks! We’re on social media! Follow us @CityCastVegas on Instagram. You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719. Want some more Las Vegas news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter here. Fri, 01 Mar 2024 11:00:00 -0000 The Tesla Tunnels Safety Exposé, Henderson’s Speeding Crackdown, and a Big Win for the Peppermill full 1 City Cast Elon Musk’s Boring Company has taken over Las Vegas news this week. Construction workers for the Vegas Loop (unofficially the Tesla Tunnels) filed complaints with the Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) over safety concerns that include working in toxic sludge with harmful accelerants and a lack of proper safety equipment. OSHA’s investigation was contested by the company, which claims there is insufficient evidence. In another part of the Valley, Henderson police issued 600+ traffic citations in just two weeks in an effort to make the streets safer. Also, the beloved Peppermill wins a prestigious food award from James Beard. Hosts Sarah Lohman and Dayvid Figler are joined by City Cast Las Vegas executive producer Sonja Cho Swanson to explain the big impacts on our city. Want to support our show and become a founding City Cast Las Vegas member?! Sign up here for ad free listing and more perks! We’re on social media! Follow us @CityCastVegas on Instagram. You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719. Want some more Las Vegas news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter here. Elon Musk’s Boring Company has taken over Las Vegas news this week. Construction workers for the Vegas Loop (unofficially the Tesla Tunnels) filed complaints with the Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) over safety concerns that include working in toxic sludge with harmful accelerants and a lack of proper safety equipment. OSHA’s investigation was contested by the company, which claims there is insufficient evidence. In another part of the Valley, Henderson police issued 600+ traffic citations in just two weeks in an effort to make the streets safer. Also, the beloved Peppermill wins a prestigious food award from James Beard. Hosts Sarah Lohman and Dayvid Figler are joined by City Cast Las Vegas executive producer Sonja Cho Swanson to explain the big impacts on our city.

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]]> 2193 Are These the Best Bagels in Las Vegas? https://lasvegas.citycast.fm Las Vegas is known for a lot of things, but bagels are not one of them. But maybe they should be! It’s hard to compete against cities on the East Coast but Vegas bagels should not be overlooked. Today, we taste test four popular eateries in search of our city’s best bagels. Hosts Sarah Lohman and Dayvid Figler are joined by City Cast Las Vegas executive producer Sonja Cho Swanson to share their winners and the history behind Las Vegas’s favorite bagel spots. Want to support local media and become a founding City Cast Las Vegas member? For the price of a bagel with lox, you can help us keep bringing you daily podcast episodes and newsletters! Sign up today. We’re on social media! Follow us @CityCastVegas on Instagram. You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719 and let us know what food battle we should do next! Want some more Las Vegas news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter here. Thu, 29 Feb 2024 11:00:00 -0000 Are These the Best Bagels in Las Vegas? full City Cast Las Vegas is known for a lot of things, but bagels are not one of them. But maybe they should be! It’s hard to compete against cities on the East Coast but Vegas bagels should not be overlooked. Today, we taste test four popular eateries in search of our city’s best bagels. Hosts Sarah Lohman and Dayvid Figler are joined by City Cast Las Vegas executive producer Sonja Cho Swanson to share their winners and the history behind Las Vegas’s favorite bagel spots. Want to support local media and become a founding City Cast Las Vegas member? For the price of a bagel with lox, you can help us keep bringing you daily podcast episodes and newsletters! Sign up today. We’re on social media! Follow us @CityCastVegas on Instagram. You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719 and let us know what food battle we should do next! Want some more Las Vegas news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter here. Las Vegas is known for a lot of things, but bagels are not one of them. But maybe they should be! It’s hard to compete against cities on the East Coast but Vegas bagels should not be overlooked. Today, we taste test four popular eateries in search of our city’s best bagels. Hosts Sarah Lohman and Dayvid Figler are joined by City Cast Las Vegas executive producer Sonja Cho Swanson to share their winners and the history behind Las Vegas’s favorite bagel spots.

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]]> 1434 Is the Fontainebleau OK? https://lasvegas.citycast.fm It’s safe to say that the Fontainebleau’s opening was… rocky, at best. In the two months after opening on December 13th, 2023, the property saw four executives abruptly leave, Nachogate went viral, and locals were infuriated over the on-again-off-again tier matching program. Journalist Arash Markazi lives on the north end of the Strip (he literally has a view of the Fontainebleau from his window), and recently called it a “bad bet.” But, as he tells co-host Sarah Lohman, there may be some hope yet for both the luxury property and the North Strip. We’re on social media! Follow us @CityCastVegas on Instagram. You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719. Want some more Las Vegas news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter here. Wed, 28 Feb 2024 11:00:00 -0000 Is the Fontainebleau OK? full City Cast It’s safe to say that the Fontainebleau’s opening was… rocky, at best. In the two months after opening on December 13th, 2023, the property saw four executives abruptly leave, Nachogate went viral, and locals were infuriated over the on-again-off-again tier matching program. Journalist Arash Markazi lives on the north end of the Strip (he literally has a view of the Fontainebleau from his window), and recently called it a “bad bet.” But, as he tells co-host Sarah Lohman, there may be some hope yet for both the luxury property and the North Strip. We’re on social media! Follow us @CityCastVegas on Instagram. You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719. Want some more Las Vegas news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter here. It’s safe to say that the Fontainebleau’s opening was… rocky, at best. In the two months after opening on December 13th, 2023, the property saw four executives abruptly leave, Nachogate went viral, and locals were infuriated over the on-again-off-again tier matching program. Journalist Arash Markazi lives on the north end of the Strip (he literally has a view of the Fontainebleau from his window), and recently called it a “bad bet.” But, as he tells co-host Sarah Lohman, there may be some hope yet for both the luxury property and the North Strip.

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]]> 1351 Perez Hilton Explains the Vegas Influencer Drama https://lasvegas.citycast.fm/podcasts Celebrity commentator and OG influencer Perez Hilton moved to Las Vegas a year ago and has quickly tapped into our red-hot social media scene — observing the best (and worst) of Vegas influencers from his Vegas-based account, @lasvegasperez. So today, co-host Dayvid Figler sits down with Perez Hilton to get the inside track on how influencers impact our city, which of them have beef with each other (and why it involves footplay), and how much money an influencer can make. Love our podcast? Join our brand-new membership program! As a founding member, in addition to all the other great perks, you’ll also be enshrined on our website for all to see. Learn more at lasvegas.citycast.fm. We’re on social media! Follow us @CityCastVegas on Instagram. You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719. Want some more Las Vegas news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter here. Tue, 27 Feb 2024 11:00:00 -0000 Perez Hilton Explains the Vegas Influencer Drama full City Cast Celebrity commentator and OG influencer Perez Hilton moved to Las Vegas a year ago and has quickly tapped into our red-hot social media scene — observing the best (and worst) of Vegas influencers from his Vegas-based account, @lasvegasperez. So today, co-host Dayvid Figler sits down with Perez Hilton to get the inside track on how influencers impact our city, which of them have beef with each other (and why it involves footplay), and how much money an influencer can make. Love our podcast? Join our brand-new membership program! As a founding member, in addition to all the other great perks, you’ll also be enshrined on our website for all to see. Learn more at lasvegas.citycast.fm. We’re on social media! Follow us @CityCastVegas on Instagram. You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719. Want some more Las Vegas news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter here. Celebrity commentator and OG influencer Perez Hilton moved to Las Vegas a year ago and has quickly tapped into our red-hot social media scene — observing the best (and worst) of Vegas influencers from his Vegas-based account, @lasvegasperez. So today, co-host Dayvid Figler sits down with Perez Hilton to get the inside track on how influencers impact our city, which of them have beef with each other (and why it involves footplay), and how much money an influencer can make.

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]]> 1350 What is Social Capital and Why Does NV Have So Little? https://lasvegas.citycast.fm We know what capital-capital is (that’s money), but what is social capital? And more importantly, why does Nevada have so little? In multiple rankings of the state, one from a congressional study, Nevada ranks next to dead last in this important metric. Co-host Dayvid Figler talks with commentator Kim Foster, whose latest book, “The Meth Lunches,” dives into what it looks like when a community is rich (and conversely, poor) in social capital, and how it goes far beyond simple neighborliness. Love what you’re hearing? Join our brand-new membership program as a founding member: You’ll be enshrined on our website for all to see. Learn more about all the perks at membership.citycast.fm. We’re on social media! Follow us @CityCastVegas on Instagram. You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719. Want some more Las Vegas news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter here. Mon, 26 Feb 2024 11:00:00 -0000 What is Social Capital and Why Does NV Have So Little? full City Cast We know what capital-capital is (that’s money), but what is social capital? And more importantly, why does Nevada have so little? In multiple rankings of the state, one from a congressional study, Nevada ranks next to dead last in this important metric. Co-host Dayvid Figler talks with commentator Kim Foster, whose latest book, “The Meth Lunches,” dives into what it looks like when a community is rich (and conversely, poor) in social capital, and how it goes far beyond simple neighborliness. Love what you’re hearing? Join our brand-new membership program as a founding member: You’ll be enshrined on our website for all to see. Learn more about all the perks at membership.citycast.fm. We’re on social media! Follow us @CityCastVegas on Instagram. You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719. Want some more Las Vegas news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter here. We know what capital-capital is (that’s money), but what is social capital? And more importantly, why does Nevada have so little? In multiple rankings of the state, one from a congressional study, Nevada ranks next to dead last in this important metric. Co-host Dayvid Figler talks with commentator Kim Foster, whose latest book, “The Meth Lunches,” dives into what it looks like when a community is rich (and conversely, poor) in social capital, and how it goes far beyond simple neighborliness.

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]]> 1423 The “Missing Murderer,” Rising Gas Bills, and Xtina’s Airbnb https://lasvegas.citycast.fm/podcasts The news this week about a “missing murderer” conjured images of a guy with a knife creeping through backyards. But the truth is a lot more paperwork-related than the headlines might have you believe. Co-hosts Dayvid Figler and Sarah Lohman sit down with producer Layla Muhammad to discuss. They also get into the protests over our rising gas bills, which have even Summerlin residents up in arms, and the swanky new Las Vegas Airbnb experience hosted by Christina Aguilera that you can apply for here (yes, Sarah applied, and yes, we’ll keep you posted!). Lastly, if you love this podcast, show us some love and help us win “Best Podcast” in the Las Vegas Weekly’s annual Best of Vegas Awards. It takes just 10 seconds of your time, and would mean the world to us. (Also, if we win, Dayvid has promised to share his most embarrassing high school photo, so there’s THAT, too!) We’re on social media! Follow us @CityCastVegas on Instagram. You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719. Want some more Las Vegas news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter here. Fri, 23 Feb 2024 11:00:00 -0000 The “Missing Murderer,” Rising Gas Bills, and Xtina’s Airbnb full City Cast The news this week about a “missing murderer” conjured images of a guy with a knife creeping through backyards. But the truth is a lot more paperwork-related than the headlines might have you believe. Co-hosts Dayvid Figler and Sarah Lohman sit down with producer Layla Muhammad to discuss. They also get into the protests over our rising gas bills, which have even Summerlin residents up in arms, and the swanky new Las Vegas Airbnb experience hosted by Christina Aguilera that you can apply for here (yes, Sarah applied, and yes, we’ll keep you posted!). Lastly, if you love this podcast, show us some love and help us win “Best Podcast” in the Las Vegas Weekly’s annual Best of Vegas Awards. It takes just 10 seconds of your time, and would mean the world to us. (Also, if we win, Dayvid has promised to share his most embarrassing high school photo, so there’s THAT, too!) We’re on social media! Follow us @CityCastVegas on Instagram. You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719. Want some more Las Vegas news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter here. The news this week about a “missing murderer” conjured images of a guy with a knife creeping through backyards. But the truth is a lot more paperwork-related than the headlines might have you believe. Co-hosts Dayvid Figler and Sarah Lohman sit down with producer Layla Muhammad to discuss. They also get into the protests over our rising gas bills, which have even Summerlin residents up in arms, and the swanky new Las Vegas Airbnb experience hosted by Christina Aguilera that you can apply for here (yes, Sarah applied, and yes, we’ll keep you posted!).

Lastly, if you love this podcast, show us some love and help us win “Best Podcast” in the Las Vegas Weekly’s annual Best of Vegas Awards. It takes just 10 seconds of your time, and would mean the world to us. (Also, if we win, Dayvid has promised to share his most embarrassing high school photo, so there’s THAT, too!)

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]]> 1868 Has Tipping in Vegas Gone Too Far? https://lasvegas.citycast.fm/ With nearly a quarter of our jobs in leisure and hospitality, tipping is baked into Vegas culture. But as we’re being asked to tip in more places at higher percentages, customers are experiencing more “tipping fatigue.” Today we look back at a conversation with Las Vegas writer and former hospitality worker Brittany Bronson. She tells co-host Dayvid Figler how tipping can help and hurt workers fighting for fair pay — and shares her essential rules for tipping in Vegas. Vote for us in Las Vegas Weekly's 2024 Best of Vegas! Click here and write in "City Cast Las Vegas" in the Best Vegas Podcast category. We’re on social media! Follow us @CityCastVegas on Instagram. You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719. Want some more Las Vegas news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter here. Thu, 22 Feb 2024 11:00:00 -0000 Has Tipping in Vegas Gone Too Far? full City Cast With nearly a quarter of our jobs in leisure and hospitality, tipping is baked into Vegas culture. But as we’re being asked to tip in more places at higher percentages, customers are experiencing more “tipping fatigue.” Today we look back at a conversation with Las Vegas writer and former hospitality worker Brittany Bronson. She tells co-host Dayvid Figler how tipping can help and hurt workers fighting for fair pay — and shares her essential rules for tipping in Vegas. Vote for us in Las Vegas Weekly's 2024 Best of Vegas! Click here and write in "City Cast Las Vegas" in the Best Vegas Podcast category. We’re on social media! Follow us @CityCastVegas on Instagram. You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719. Want some more Las Vegas news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter here. With nearly a quarter of our jobs in leisure and hospitality, tipping is baked into Vegas culture. But as we’re being asked to tip in more places at higher percentages, customers are experiencing more “tipping fatigue.” Today we look back at a conversation with Las Vegas writer and former hospitality worker Brittany Bronson. She tells co-host Dayvid Figler how tipping can help and hurt workers fighting for fair pay — and shares her essential rules for tipping in Vegas.

Vote for us in Las Vegas Weekly's 2024 Best of Vegas! Click here and write in "City Cast Las Vegas" in the Best Vegas Podcast category.

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]]> 1515 How the Historic Westside Came to Be https://lasvegas.citycast.fm/podcasts “Across the Tracks: A Las Vegas Westside Story” is a new documentary that celebrates the history of Las Vegas’ predominantly Black neighborhood, the Historic Westside. Through interviews with original residents and historians, the documentary paints a picture of the origins of Las Vegas, starting with the railroad and the community brought up around it. In today’s episode, co-host Dayvid Figler talks with filmmaker Emmett Gates and writer Soni Brown about why this documentary still resonates today, and how we can keep the history in the Historic Westside. Across the Tracks: A Las Vegas Westside Story will be released March 6th. Follow them here for updates. See Usher detail his visit to the Historic Westside here. We’re on social media! Follow us @CityCastVegas on Instagram. You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719. Want some more Las Vegas news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter here. Wed, 21 Feb 2024 11:00:00 -0000 How the Historic Westside Came to Be full City Cast “Across the Tracks: A Las Vegas Westside Story” is a new documentary that celebrates the history of Las Vegas’ predominantly Black neighborhood, the Historic Westside. Through interviews with original residents and historians, the documentary paints a picture of the origins of Las Vegas, starting with the railroad and the community brought up around it. In today’s episode, co-host Dayvid Figler talks with filmmaker Emmett Gates and writer Soni Brown about why this documentary still resonates today, and how we can keep the history in the Historic Westside. Across the Tracks: A Las Vegas Westside Story will be released March 6th. Follow them here for updates. See Usher detail his visit to the Historic Westside here. We’re on social media! Follow us @CityCastVegas on Instagram. You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719. Want some more Las Vegas news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter here. “Across the Tracks: A Las Vegas Westside Story” is a new documentary that celebrates the history of Las Vegas’ predominantly Black neighborhood, the Historic Westside. Through interviews with original residents and historians, the documentary paints a picture of the origins of Las Vegas, starting with the railroad and the community brought up around it. In today’s episode, co-host Dayvid Figler talks with filmmaker Emmett Gates and writer Soni Brown about why this documentary still resonates today, and how we can keep the history in the Historic Westside.

Across the Tracks: A Las Vegas Westside Story will be released March 6th. Follow them here for updates.

See Usher detail his visit to the Historic Westside here.

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]]> 1407 Why You're Seeing More Coyotes Lately https://lasvegas.citycast.fm/podcasts After recent news that a coyote might have bitten a football player in town for the Super Bowl, and, last week, that a two-year-old girl had to get a rabies shot after a coyote attacked her at Lake Las Vegas, the tensions over coyotes and humans coexisting in our desert town have surfaced again. So we’re bringing back a conversation co-host Dayvid Figler had last year with UNLV wildlife ecologist Dr. David Choate. They talk about why we’re seeing more coyotes, and what to do if you encounter one. Do you love what you’re hearing? Do us a solid and vote for City Cast Las Vegas in the Best Podcast category over at the Las Vegas Weekly. It literally takes 10 seconds (or less, if you are a very fast typer) — and you will fill our hearts with joy. Thank you! We’re on social media! Follow us @CityCastVegas on Instagram. You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719. Want some more Las Vegas news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter here. Tue, 20 Feb 2024 11:00:00 -0000 Why You're Seeing More Coyotes Lately full City Cast After recent news that a coyote might have bitten a football player in town for the Super Bowl, and, last week, that a two-year-old girl had to get a rabies shot after a coyote attacked her at Lake Las Vegas, the tensions over coyotes and humans coexisting in our desert town have surfaced again. So we’re bringing back a conversation co-host Dayvid Figler had last year with UNLV wildlife ecologist Dr. David Choate. They talk about why we’re seeing more coyotes, and what to do if you encounter one. Do you love what you’re hearing? Do us a solid and vote for City Cast Las Vegas in the Best Podcast category over at the Las Vegas Weekly. It literally takes 10 seconds (or less, if you are a very fast typer) — and you will fill our hearts with joy. Thank you! We’re on social media! Follow us @CityCastVegas on Instagram. You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719. Want some more Las Vegas news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter here. After recent news that a coyote might have bitten a football player in town for the Super Bowl, and, last week, that a two-year-old girl had to get a rabies shot after a coyote attacked her at Lake Las Vegas, the tensions over coyotes and humans coexisting in our desert town have surfaced again. So we’re bringing back a conversation co-host Dayvid Figler had last year with UNLV wildlife ecologist Dr. David Choate. They talk about why we’re seeing more coyotes, and what to do if you encounter one.

Do you love what you’re hearing? Do us a solid and vote for City Cast Las Vegas in the Best Podcast category over at the Las Vegas Weekly. It literally takes 10 seconds (or less, if you are a very fast typer) — and you will fill our hearts with joy. Thank you!

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]]> 1315 Who Made Money from the Super Bowl? Plus, Controversial Downtown Housing, and Vegas’s Biggest “Scams” https://lasvegas.citycast.fm/podcasts The numbers are trickling in, and by some estimates, the Super Bowl was an economic victory for our city. But not everyone cashed in. Today, co-hosts Sarah Lohman and Dayvid Figler sit down with contributor and Nevada Current reporter Michael MJ Lyle to talk about what the Super Bowl could do differently — and if its success changes the calculus on publicly-funded stadiums. Next, the team discusses two proposed downtown housing developments, including a hotly-contested sober living project, before moving on to what might be Las Vegas’s biggest scams, according to TripAdvisor (even though “scams” is probably the wrong word for it). Oh and hey, while you’re here — wanna do us a solid? Go vote for us in the “Best Podcast” category over at the Las Vegas Weekly. Four whole humans (and then some) work our butts off to make this show for you every single day, so show us a little love and help us win! We’re on social media! Follow us @CityCastVegas on Instagram. You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719. Want some more Las Vegas news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter here. Fri, 16 Feb 2024 11:00:00 -0000 Who Made Money from the Super Bowl? Plus, Controversial Downtown Housing, and Vegas’s Biggest “Scams” full City Cast The numbers are trickling in, and by some estimates, the Super Bowl was an economic victory for our city. But not everyone cashed in. Today, co-hosts Sarah Lohman and Dayvid Figler sit down with contributor and Nevada Current reporter Michael MJ Lyle to talk about what the Super Bowl could do differently — and if its success changes the calculus on publicly-funded stadiums. Next, the team discusses two proposed downtown housing developments, including a hotly-contested sober living project, before moving on to what might be Las Vegas’s biggest scams, according to TripAdvisor (even though “scams” is probably the wrong word for it). Oh and hey, while you’re here — wanna do us a solid? Go vote for us in the “Best Podcast” category over at the Las Vegas Weekly. Four whole humans (and then some) work our butts off to make this show for you every single day, so show us a little love and help us win! We’re on social media! Follow us @CityCastVegas on Instagram. You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719. Want some more Las Vegas news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter here. The numbers are trickling in, and by some estimates, the Super Bowl was an economic victory for our city. But not everyone cashed in. Today, co-hosts Sarah Lohman and Dayvid Figler sit down with contributor and Nevada Current reporter Michael MJ Lyle to talk about what the Super Bowl could do differently — and if its success changes the calculus on publicly-funded stadiums. Next, the team discusses two proposed downtown housing developments, including a hotly-contested sober living project, before moving on to what might be Las Vegas’s biggest scams, according to TripAdvisor (even though “scams” is probably the wrong word for it).

Oh and hey, while you’re here — wanna do us a solid? Go vote for us in the “Best Podcast” category over at the Las Vegas Weekly. Four whole humans (and then some) work our butts off to make this show for you every single day, so show us a little love and help us win!

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]]> 2106 Do We Really Need Another Celebrity Chef Restaurant? https://lasvegas.citycast.fm/ The new year always seems to bring on a slew of new celebrity chef restaurant openings in Vegas: This season it’s Blake Shelton, Bobby Flay, and Michael Mina. And this summer, Gordon Ramsay will open his seventh (yes) Las Vegas restaurant. But does Las Vegas really need another celebrity chef restaurant? Co-host Sarah Lohman sits down with food writers Gemini Stevens and John Curtas to discuss the rise and (possible) fall of our celebrity chef era, and which celeb restaurants are actually worth the hype. You can follow Gemini on social media — she’s @wishboneandvine on Twitter and Instagram and on her website, wishboneandvine.com. You can hear more of Gemini on the Food and Loathing podcast. And follow John Curtas on Twitter and Instagram, and make sure to check out his list of 52 essential Vegas restaurants on his website, eatinglv.com. John also podcasts at Eat. Talk. Repeat. Love City Cast? Help us win "Best Podcast" in the Las Vegas Weekly's Best of the City Awards. It takes just 10 seconds to vote, and plus — co-host Dayvid Figler has promised to share his most embarrassing high school yearbook photo if we win (how could you not go vote now??). DOOOO IT! We’re on social media! Follow us @CityCastVegas on Instagram. You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719. Want some more Las Vegas news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter here. Thu, 15 Feb 2024 11:00:00 -0000 Do We Really Need Another Celebrity Chef Restaurant? full City Cast The new year always seems to bring on a slew of new celebrity chef restaurant openings in Vegas: This season it’s Blake Shelton, Bobby Flay, and Michael Mina. And this summer, Gordon Ramsay will open his seventh (yes) Las Vegas restaurant. But does Las Vegas really need another celebrity chef restaurant? Co-host Sarah Lohman sits down with food writers Gemini Stevens and John Curtas to discuss the rise and (possible) fall of our celebrity chef era, and which celeb restaurants are actually worth the hype. You can follow Gemini on social media — she’s @wishboneandvine on Twitter and Instagram and on her website, wishboneandvine.com. You can hear more of Gemini on the Food and Loathing podcast. And follow John Curtas on Twitter and Instagram, and make sure to check out his list of 52 essential Vegas restaurants on his website, eatinglv.com. John also podcasts at Eat. Talk. Repeat. Love City Cast? Help us win "Best Podcast" in the Las Vegas Weekly's Best of the City Awards. It takes just 10 seconds to vote, and plus — co-host Dayvid Figler has promised to share his most embarrassing high school yearbook photo if we win (how could you not go vote now??). DOOOO IT! We’re on social media! Follow us @CityCastVegas on Instagram. You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719. Want some more Las Vegas news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter here. The new year always seems to bring on a slew of new celebrity chef restaurant openings in Vegas: This season it’s Blake Shelton, Bobby Flay, and Michael Mina. And this summer, Gordon Ramsay will open his seventh (yes) Las Vegas restaurant. But does Las Vegas really need another celebrity chef restaurant? Co-host Sarah Lohman sits down with food writers Gemini Stevens and John Curtas to discuss the rise and (possible) fall of our celebrity chef era, and which celeb restaurants are actually worth the hype.

You can follow Gemini on social media — she’s @wishboneandvine on Twitter and Instagram and on her website, wishboneandvine.com. You can hear more of Gemini on the Food and Loathing podcast. And follow John Curtas on Twitter and Instagram, and make sure to check out his list of 52 essential Vegas restaurants on his website, eatinglv.com. John also podcasts at Eat. Talk. Repeat.

Love City Cast? Help us win "Best Podcast" in the Las Vegas Weekly's Best of the City Awards. It takes just 10 seconds to vote, and plus — co-host Dayvid Figler has promised to share his most embarrassing high school yearbook photo if we win (how could you not go vote now??). DOOOO IT!

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]]> 1300 Culinary's Next Big Power Moves https://lasvegas.citycast.fm/ Over the last 20 years, the Culinary Union has become a force in Nevada politics to be reckoned with. Politicians court their endorsement, and their support can sway legislation. The historic contracts they just signed with the major Strip casinos (and now, most of the downtown properties, too) are a testament to the union’s sway. So what impact does the union have on our city, whether you’re in the union or not? How do they wield their influence in Las Vegas, and do they ever go too far? Co-host Dayvid Figler sits down with Culinary 226 Secretary-Treasurer Ted Pappageorge for a rousing conversation. If you love City Cast Las Vegas, a) we love you too! And b) help us win "Best Podcast" in the Las Vegas Weekly's Best of the City Awards. Voting takes 10 seconds (maybe 15 if you're a slow typer), so do us a solid and help us achieve — if not world domination — a soul-affirming win for all the work we do. Vote now, please and thank you. We’re on social media! Follow us @CityCastVegas on Instagram. You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719. Want some more Las Vegas news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter here. Wed, 14 Feb 2024 11:00:00 -0000 Culinary's Next Big Power Moves full City Cast Over the last 20 years, the Culinary Union has become a force in Nevada politics to be reckoned with. Politicians court their endorsement, and their support can sway legislation. The historic contracts they just signed with the major Strip casinos (and now, most of the downtown properties, too) are a testament to the union’s sway. So what impact does the union have on our city, whether you’re in the union or not? How do they wield their influence in Las Vegas, and do they ever go too far? Co-host Dayvid Figler sits down with Culinary 226 Secretary-Treasurer Ted Pappageorge for a rousing conversation. If you love City Cast Las Vegas, a) we love you too! And b) help us win "Best Podcast" in the Las Vegas Weekly's Best of the City Awards. Voting takes 10 seconds (maybe 15 if you're a slow typer), so do us a solid and help us achieve — if not world domination — a soul-affirming win for all the work we do. Vote now, please and thank you. We’re on social media! Follow us @CityCastVegas on Instagram. You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719. Want some more Las Vegas news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter here. Over the last 20 years, the Culinary Union has become a force in Nevada politics to be reckoned with. Politicians court their endorsement, and their support can sway legislation. The historic contracts they just signed with the major Strip casinos (and now, most of the downtown properties, too) are a testament to the union’s sway. So what impact does the union have on our city, whether you’re in the union or not? How do they wield their influence in Las Vegas, and do they ever go too far? Co-host Dayvid Figler sits down with Culinary 226 Secretary-Treasurer Ted Pappageorge for a rousing conversation.

If you love City Cast Las Vegas, a) we love you too! And b) help us win "Best Podcast" in the Las Vegas Weekly's Best of the City Awards. Voting takes 10 seconds (maybe 15 if you're a slow typer), so do us a solid and help us achieve — if not world domination — a soul-affirming win for all the work we do. Vote now, please and thank you.

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]]> 1492 The Surprising History of Black Cowboys in Las Vegas https://lasvegas.citycast.fm/podcasts The cowboy is an iconic figure in the history of the Southwest United States. Even when Las Vegas isn’t hosting the National Finals Rodeo or other rodeo events, you can still spot people in cowboy hats and boots around the city. What people may not know, from the now-typical image of the white heroic cowboy, is that there is a long legacy of Black cowboys who helped shape the history of this region. Contributor Brent Holmes shares the erased history of Black cowboys in Las Vegas with co-host Sarah Lohman. Do you love what you’re hearing? Do us a solid and vote for City Cast Las Vegas in the Best Podcast category over at the Las Vegas Weekly. It literally takes 10 seconds (or less, if you are a very fast typer) — and you will fill our hearts with joy. Thank you! Want some more Las Vegas news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter here. Tue, 13 Feb 2024 11:00:00 -0000 The Surprising History of Black Cowboys in Las Vegas full City Cast The cowboy is an iconic figure in the history of the Southwest United States. Even when Las Vegas isn’t hosting the National Finals Rodeo or other rodeo events, you can still spot people in cowboy hats and boots around the city. What people may not know, from the now-typical image of the white heroic cowboy, is that there is a long legacy of Black cowboys who helped shape the history of this region. Contributor Brent Holmes shares the erased history of Black cowboys in Las Vegas with co-host Sarah Lohman. Do you love what you’re hearing? Do us a solid and vote for City Cast Las Vegas in the Best Podcast category over at the Las Vegas Weekly. It literally takes 10 seconds (or less, if you are a very fast typer) — and you will fill our hearts with joy. Thank you! Want some more Las Vegas news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter here. The cowboy is an iconic figure in the history of the Southwest United States. Even when Las Vegas isn’t hosting the National Finals Rodeo or other rodeo events, you can still spot people in cowboy hats and boots around the city. What people may not know, from the now-typical image of the white heroic cowboy, is that there is a long legacy of Black cowboys who helped shape the history of this region. Contributor Brent Holmes shares the erased history of Black cowboys in Las Vegas with co-host Sarah Lohman.

Do you love what you’re hearing? Do us a solid and vote for City Cast Las Vegas in the Best Podcast category over at the Las Vegas Weekly. It literally takes 10 seconds (or less, if you are a very fast typer) — and you will fill our hearts with joy. Thank you!

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]]> 1293 Did Las Vegas Win the Super Bowl? https://lasvegas.citycast.fm/podcasts Super Bowl LVIII is officially in the books — so how did this year’s event, hosted by Las Vegas, measure up? Co-host Dayvid Figler and executive producer Sonja Cho Swanson sit down on Sunday night after the game to compare notes: Highlights, lowlights, and all the fun, messy drama (cough-streakers-cough) that took place in our city. Plus, we rate the halftime show and our favorite commercials. We’re on social media! Follow us @CityCastVegas on Instagram. You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719. Want some more Las Vegas news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter here. Mon, 12 Feb 2024 11:00:00 -0000 Did Las Vegas Win the Super Bowl? full City Cast Super Bowl LVIII is officially in the books — so how did this year’s event, hosted by Las Vegas, measure up? Co-host Dayvid Figler and executive producer Sonja Cho Swanson sit down on Sunday night after the game to compare notes: Highlights, lowlights, and all the fun, messy drama (cough-streakers-cough) that took place in our city. Plus, we rate the halftime show and our favorite commercials. We’re on social media! Follow us @CityCastVegas on Instagram. You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719. Want some more Las Vegas news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter here. Super Bowl LVIII is officially in the books — so how did this year’s event, hosted by Las Vegas, measure up? Co-host Dayvid Figler and executive producer Sonja Cho Swanson sit down on Sunday night after the game to compare notes: Highlights, lowlights, and all the fun, messy drama (cough-streakers-cough) that took place in our city. Plus, we rate the halftime show and our favorite commercials.

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]]> 1496 The Sphere Climber, More Jara Melodrama, and Our Mayor Disses the A’s https://lasvegas.citycast.fm/podcasts What a week, right? You have the School Board and the superintendent embroiled in a popcorn-worthy resignation melodrama; you have the mayor of Las Vegas casting shade at the Oakland A’s, and then (whoops, negative press!) lamely trying to uncast it; you have a future Darwin Awards nominee climbing the Sphere to send an anti-abortion message. And we have podcast co-hosts Dayvid Figler and Sarah Lohman, joined by TheList.Vegas publisher Andrew Kiraly, eager to sort it all out for you. We’re on social media! Follow us @CityCastVegas on Instagram. You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719. Want some more Las Vegas news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter here. Fri, 09 Feb 2024 11:00:00 -0000 The Sphere Climber, More Jara Melodrama, and Our Mayor Disses the A’s full City Cast What a week, right? You have the School Board and the superintendent embroiled in a popcorn-worthy resignation melodrama; you have the mayor of Las Vegas casting shade at the Oakland A’s, and then (whoops, negative press!) lamely trying to uncast it; you have a future Darwin Awards nominee climbing the Sphere to send an anti-abortion message. And we have podcast co-hosts Dayvid Figler and Sarah Lohman, joined by TheList.Vegas publisher Andrew Kiraly, eager to sort it all out for you. We’re on social media! Follow us @CityCastVegas on Instagram. You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719. Want some more Las Vegas news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter here. What a week, right? You have the School Board and the superintendent embroiled in a popcorn-worthy resignation melodrama; you have the mayor of Las Vegas casting shade at the Oakland A’s, and then (whoops, negative press!) lamely trying to uncast it; you have a future Darwin Awards nominee climbing the Sphere to send an anti-abortion message. And we have podcast co-hosts Dayvid Figler and Sarah Lohman, joined by TheList.Vegas publisher Andrew Kiraly, eager to sort it all out for you.

We’re on social media! Follow us @CityCastVegas on Instagram. You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719.

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]]> 1831 What Goes On Inside Ethel M Chocolate’s Test Kitchen https://lasvegas.citycast.fm/podcasts Ethel M Chocolates is probably our valley’s sweetest fixture: Since 1981, the chocolate maker has been crafting premium sweets from their factory in Henderson. So who was Ethel M., anyhow? Why did a chocolatier choose the nation’s hottest state to set up shop, and what goes on inside their Willy Wonka test kitchen? Today, co-host Sarah Lohman sits down with Ethel M’s chief chocolatier, Mark Mackey, to get the inside scoop on his sweet creations and Ethel M’s surprising origins. We’re on social media! Follow us @CityCastVegas on Instagram. You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719. Want some more Las Vegas news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter here. Thu, 08 Feb 2024 11:00:00 -0000 What Goes On Inside Ethel M Chocolate’s Test Kitchen full City Cast Ethel M Chocolates is probably our valley’s sweetest fixture: Since 1981, the chocolate maker has been crafting premium sweets from their factory in Henderson. So who was Ethel M., anyhow? Why did a chocolatier choose the nation’s hottest state to set up shop, and what goes on inside their Willy Wonka test kitchen? Today, co-host Sarah Lohman sits down with Ethel M’s chief chocolatier, Mark Mackey, to get the inside scoop on his sweet creations and Ethel M’s surprising origins. We’re on social media! Follow us @CityCastVegas on Instagram. You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719. Want some more Las Vegas news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter here. Ethel M Chocolates is probably our valley’s sweetest fixture: Since 1981, the chocolate maker has been crafting premium sweets from their factory in Henderson. So who was Ethel M., anyhow? Why did a chocolatier choose the nation’s hottest state to set up shop, and what goes on inside their Willy Wonka test kitchen? Today, co-host Sarah Lohman sits down with Ethel M’s chief chocolatier, Mark Mackey, to get the inside scoop on his sweet creations and Ethel M’s surprising origins.

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]]> 1387 How the Super Bowl Will Change Las Vegas https://lasvegas.citycast.fm/podcasts Las Vegas has been anticipating hosting Super Bowl LVIII for the past few years and the time is finally here. This Sunday, the San Francisco 49ers face off against the Kansas City Chiefs at Allegiant Stadium. Bryan Salmond, the main sports anchor for News 3 Las Vegas, sits down with co-host Sarah Lohman to explain how we landed the big game, what our city offers as hosts, and how locals feel about another major sporting event. We’re on social media! Follow us @CityCastVegas on Instagram. You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719. Want some more Las Vegas news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter here. Wed, 07 Feb 2024 11:00:00 -0000 How the Super Bowl Will Change Las Vegas full City Cast Las Vegas has been anticipating hosting Super Bowl LVIII for the past few years and the time is finally here. This Sunday, the San Francisco 49ers face off against the Kansas City Chiefs at Allegiant Stadium. Bryan Salmond, the main sports anchor for News 3 Las Vegas, sits down with co-host Sarah Lohman to explain how we landed the big game, what our city offers as hosts, and how locals feel about another major sporting event. We’re on social media! Follow us @CityCastVegas on Instagram. You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719. Want some more Las Vegas news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter here. Las Vegas has been anticipating hosting Super Bowl LVIII for the past few years and the time is finally here. This Sunday, the San Francisco 49ers face off against the Kansas City Chiefs at Allegiant Stadium. Bryan Salmond, the main sports anchor for News 3 Las Vegas, sits down with co-host Sarah Lohman to explain how we landed the big game, what our city offers as hosts, and how locals feel about another major sporting event.

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]]> 1359 Is the GOP Caucus/Primary Kerfuffle Making NV Less Relevant? https://lasvegas.citycast.fm/podcasts Is there a prize for the most confusing primary process this year? Nevada Republicans might have just won it. GOP voters can cast their vote in both the state primary AND the caucus, but only one will decide who wins Nevada’s delegates at the Republican nominating convention. So what’s behind this split, and how does that affect Nevada’s national standing in the presidential election cycle? Nevada Independent reporter Tabitha Mueller joins co-host Dayvid Figler to explain what voters need to know about this week’s GOP election kerfuffle. We’re on social media! Follow us @CityCastVegas on Instagram. You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719. Want some more Las Vegas news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter here. Tue, 06 Feb 2024 11:00:00 -0000 Is the GOP Caucus/Primary Kerfuffle Making NV Less Relevant? full City Cast Is there a prize for the most confusing primary process this year? Nevada Republicans might have just won it. GOP voters can cast their vote in both the state primary AND the caucus, but only one will decide who wins Nevada’s delegates at the Republican nominating convention. So what’s behind this split, and how does that affect Nevada’s national standing in the presidential election cycle? Nevada Independent reporter Tabitha Mueller joins co-host Dayvid Figler to explain what voters need to know about this week’s GOP election kerfuffle. We’re on social media! Follow us @CityCastVegas on Instagram. You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719. Want some more Las Vegas news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter here. Is there a prize for the most confusing primary process this year? Nevada Republicans might have just won it. GOP voters can cast their vote in both the state primary AND the caucus, but only one will decide who wins Nevada’s delegates at the Republican nominating convention. So what’s behind this split, and how does that affect Nevada’s national standing in the presidential election cycle? Nevada Independent reporter Tabitha Mueller joins co-host Dayvid Figler to explain what voters need to know about this week’s GOP election kerfuffle.

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]]> 1300 Your Guide to February in Las Vegas https://lasvegas.citycast.fm February is going to be a wild time in Las Vegas (we’ve got the Super Bowl, Valentine’s Day, plus all of these new residencies) — but lucky you, City Cast Las Vegas is going to help you make the most of this month. Today, co-host Dayvid Figler and executive producer Sonja Cho Swanson sit down with lifelong local and radio DJ Heather Collins to get the inside scoop on the best way to spend your month. We’re on social media! Follow us @CityCastVegas on Instagram. You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719. Want some more Las Vegas news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter here. Super Bowl On Mon. Feb. 5th: Opening Night at Allegiant Stadium (use promo code “NFLPARTNER”) Biggest Game Bash (Downtown Las Vegas Events Center), free Illuminarium at Area15 (sold out) Guy’s Flavortown Tailgate at the Linq Super Bowl Fan Experience at Mandalay Bay Convention Center Paramount Expedition Vegas at the Mirage Frito Lay’s Cheetos Chapel at New York New York TikTok tailgate with Gwen Stefani NFL One Pass app Valentine’s Day Americana at Desert Shores Lip Lab at the Fashion Show “Singles Awareness Day” at Proper Eats (on Feb. 15th) Vibes DIY Studio in Centennial Hills Nittaya’s Secret Kitchen Sweet Spot LV tsp. baking company anti-Valentine’s Day cookies and brownies Ohlala French Bistro prix fixe Valentine’s dinner Wu-Tang Clan at the Virgin Hotel New Edition at the Encore Vintage shopping downtown Alt Rebel Good Wolf Sin Amor Studio Akin Cooperative Mon, 05 Feb 2024 11:00:00 -0000 Your Guide to February in Las Vegas full City Cast February is going to be a wild time in Las Vegas (we’ve got the Super Bowl, Valentine’s Day, plus all of these new residencies) — but lucky you, City Cast Las Vegas is going to help you make the most of this month. Today, co-host Dayvid Figler and executive producer Sonja Cho Swanson sit down with lifelong local and radio DJ Heather Collins to get the inside scoop on the best way to spend your month. We’re on social media! Follow us @CityCastVegas on Instagram. You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719. Want some more Las Vegas news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter here. Super Bowl On Mon. Feb. 5th: Opening Night at Allegiant Stadium (use promo code “NFLPARTNER”) Biggest Game Bash (Downtown Las Vegas Events Center), free Illuminarium at Area15 (sold out) Guy’s Flavortown Tailgate at the Linq Super Bowl Fan Experience at Mandalay Bay Convention Center Paramount Expedition Vegas at the Mirage Frito Lay’s Cheetos Chapel at New York New York TikTok tailgate with Gwen Stefani NFL One Pass app Valentine’s Day Americana at Desert Shores Lip Lab at the Fashion Show “Singles Awareness Day” at Proper Eats (on Feb. 15th) Vibes DIY Studio in Centennial Hills Nittaya’s Secret Kitchen Sweet Spot LV tsp. baking company anti-Valentine’s Day cookies and brownies Ohlala French Bistro prix fixe Valentine’s dinner Wu-Tang Clan at the Virgin Hotel New Edition at the Encore Vintage shopping downtown Alt Rebel Good Wolf Sin Amor Studio Akin Cooperative February is going to be a wild time in Las Vegas (we’ve got the Super Bowl, Valentine’s Day, plus all of these new residencies) — but lucky you, City Cast Las Vegas is going to help you make the most of this month. Today, co-host Dayvid Figler and executive producer Sonja Cho Swanson sit down with lifelong local and radio DJ Heather Collins to get the inside scoop on the best way to spend your month.

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Super Bowl

Valentine’s Day

Vintage shopping downtown

]]> 1538 Jara’s Sudden Resignation, Protest at a Kamala Event, and Plate-less Cars https://lasvegas.citycast.fm/podcasts This week’s biggest news is probably CCSD Superintendent Jesus Jara’s resignation announcement, with one condition: Pay out his contract and he’ll go. But this doesn’t come without controversy. Today, executive producer Sonja Cho Swanson is joined by contributor Vogue Robinson and Nevada Current editor April Corbin Girnus to talk about the resignation and what comes next. Also, the team discusses a recent viral video from a Kamala Harris campaign event in Las Vegas this week that shows two women claiming they were barred from attending because they wore hijab, and the political implications for Biden in Nevada. And last but not least: Way more cars are driving without license plates now. What gives? (Plus: Our insider tips on navigating the DMV. You’re welcome.) We’re on social media! Follow us @CityCastVegas on Instagram. You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719. Want some more Las Vegas news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter here. Fri, 02 Feb 2024 11:00:00 -0000 Jara’s Sudden Resignation, Protest at a Kamala Event, and Plate-less Cars full City Cast This week’s biggest news is probably CCSD Superintendent Jesus Jara’s resignation announcement, with one condition: Pay out his contract and he’ll go. But this doesn’t come without controversy. Today, executive producer Sonja Cho Swanson is joined by contributor Vogue Robinson and Nevada Current editor April Corbin Girnus to talk about the resignation and what comes next. Also, the team discusses a recent viral video from a Kamala Harris campaign event in Las Vegas this week that shows two women claiming they were barred from attending because they wore hijab, and the political implications for Biden in Nevada. And last but not least: Way more cars are driving without license plates now. What gives? (Plus: Our insider tips on navigating the DMV. You’re welcome.) We’re on social media! Follow us @CityCastVegas on Instagram. You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719. Want some more Las Vegas news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter here. This week’s biggest news is probably CCSD Superintendent Jesus Jara’s resignation announcement, with one condition: Pay out his contract and he’ll go. But this doesn’t come without controversy. Today, executive producer Sonja Cho Swanson is joined by contributor Vogue Robinson and Nevada Current editor April Corbin Girnus to talk about the resignation and what comes next. Also, the team discusses a recent viral video from a Kamala Harris campaign event in Las Vegas this week that shows two women claiming they were barred from attending because they wore hijab, and the political implications for Biden in Nevada. And last but not least: Way more cars are driving without license plates now. What gives? (Plus: Our insider tips on navigating the DMV. You’re welcome.)

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]]> 1897 This Year's Biggest Food Trends From Vegas https://lasvegas.citycast.fm/podcasts Convention season is in full swing in Las Vegas. You might’ve heard of the really big ones like CES and the World of Concrete, but the newer Fancy Food Show is taking a bite out of the convention center crowd too. City Cast co-host and food writer Sarah Lohman worked there as an official trend spotter this month. She shares the craziest creations she saw at The Fancy Food Show, and what she predicts the biggest food trends of the year will be, with co-host Dayvid Figler. We’re on social media! Follow us @CityCastVegas on Instagram. You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719. Want some more Las Vegas news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter here. Thu, 01 Feb 2024 11:00:00 -0000 This Year's Biggest Food Trends From Vegas full City Cast Convention season is in full swing in Las Vegas. You might’ve heard of the really big ones like CES and the World of Concrete, but the newer Fancy Food Show is taking a bite out of the convention center crowd too. City Cast co-host and food writer Sarah Lohman worked there as an official trend spotter this month. She shares the craziest creations she saw at The Fancy Food Show, and what she predicts the biggest food trends of the year will be, with co-host Dayvid Figler. We’re on social media! Follow us @CityCastVegas on Instagram. You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719. Want some more Las Vegas news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter here. Convention season is in full swing in Las Vegas. You might’ve heard of the really big ones like CES and the World of Concrete, but the newer Fancy Food Show is taking a bite out of the convention center crowd too. City Cast co-host and food writer Sarah Lohman worked there as an official trend spotter this month. She shares the craziest creations she saw at The Fancy Food Show, and what she predicts the biggest food trends of the year will be, with co-host Dayvid Figler.


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]]> 1244 What NV’s Highest Court Said About Water Could Change Development https://lasvegas.citycast.fm/ Have you ever driven past Coyote Springs, that never-built development 45 minutes into the desert? They’ve been tied up in legal battles over water for 20 years. And last week, the Nevada Supreme Court issued a ruling with major implications for Coyote Springs, but more importantly, for how our state uses water. Environmental reporter Daniel Rothberg just wrote about it for the Nevada Independent, and sits down with co-host Dayvid Figler to break it all down. It’s wonky, but Daniel makes it easy to understand — and we promise you’ll be the smartest person at the dinner table this weekend. For more of Daniel’s essential reporting on water, make sure to subscribe to his Substack, Western Water Notes. We’re on social media! Follow us @CityCastVegas on Instagram. You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719. Want some more Las Vegas news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter here. Wed, 31 Jan 2024 11:00:00 -0000 What NV’s Highest Court Said About Water Could Change Development full City Cast Have you ever driven past Coyote Springs, that never-built development 45 minutes into the desert? They’ve been tied up in legal battles over water for 20 years. And last week, the Nevada Supreme Court issued a ruling with major implications for Coyote Springs, but more importantly, for how our state uses water. Environmental reporter Daniel Rothberg just wrote about it for the Nevada Independent, and sits down with co-host Dayvid Figler to break it all down. It’s wonky, but Daniel makes it easy to understand — and we promise you’ll be the smartest person at the dinner table this weekend. For more of Daniel’s essential reporting on water, make sure to subscribe to his Substack, Western Water Notes. We’re on social media! Follow us @CityCastVegas on Instagram. You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719. Want some more Las Vegas news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter here. Have you ever driven past Coyote Springs, that never-built development 45 minutes into the desert? They’ve been tied up in legal battles over water for 20 years. And last week, the Nevada Supreme Court issued a ruling with major implications for Coyote Springs, but more importantly, for how our state uses water. Environmental reporter Daniel Rothberg just wrote about it for the Nevada Independent, and sits down with co-host Dayvid Figler to break it all down. It’s wonky, but Daniel makes it easy to understand — and we promise you’ll be the smartest person at the dinner table this weekend.


For more of Daniel’s essential reporting on water, make sure to subscribe to his Substack, Western Water Notes.

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]]> 998 The Best 1-Star Reviews of Mojave Desert Natural Wonders https://lasvegas.citycast.fm/ We are blessed in Las Vegas to be surrounded by diverse beautiful landscapes, but not everyone has a good time exploring our natural wonders. Executive producer Sonja Cho Swanson returns for round 2 of challenging co-hosts Sarah Lohman and Dayvid Figler to guess which natural wonders received 1-star reviews. Play along and check out our episode about iconic Vegas attractions! We’re on social media! Follow us @CityCastVegas on Instagram. You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719. Want some more Las Vegas news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter here. Tue, 30 Jan 2024 11:00:00 -0000 The Best 1-Star Reviews of Mojave Desert Natural Wonders full City Cast We are blessed in Las Vegas to be surrounded by diverse beautiful landscapes, but not everyone has a good time exploring our natural wonders. Executive producer Sonja Cho Swanson returns for round 2 of challenging co-hosts Sarah Lohman and Dayvid Figler to guess which natural wonders received 1-star reviews. Play along and check out our episode about iconic Vegas attractions! We’re on social media! Follow us @CityCastVegas on Instagram. You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719. Want some more Las Vegas news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter here. We are blessed in Las Vegas to be surrounded by diverse beautiful landscapes, but not everyone has a good time exploring our natural wonders. Executive producer Sonja Cho Swanson returns for round 2 of challenging co-hosts Sarah Lohman and Dayvid Figler to guess which natural wonders received 1-star reviews.


Play along and check out our episode about iconic Vegas attractions!


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]]> 1218 Where the Industry Crowd Hangs Out After Curtain Call https://lasvegas.citycast.fm For the thousands of Las Vegans who work in entertainment, while most of us are tucked into bed, midnight signals the end of the workday — and the start of playtime. So where do industry folks go after hours… and are late-night venues a dying breed? Co-host Dayvid Figler chats with Jacob Smith, podcast producer and head of audio for Absinthe. Jacob produces two excellent podcasts (and both their hosts have been on our show!) — make sure to check them out below: Matt & Mattingly’s Ice Cream Social Pod Therapy Jacob’s late night recs: Osaka Japanese Bistro Pho Kim Long Peppermill The Sand Dollar Lounge on Spring Mountain The Barbershop Count’s Vamp'd Don’t Tell Mama The Bootlegger Italian Bistro The 1230 Clown Show Kenny Davidsen’s Celebrity Piano Bar at the Tuscany Casino We’re on social media! Follow us @CityCastVegas on Instagram. You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719. Want some more Las Vegas news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter here. Mon, 29 Jan 2024 11:00:00 -0000 Where the Industry Crowd Hangs Out After Curtain Call full City Cast For the thousands of Las Vegans who work in entertainment, while most of us are tucked into bed, midnight signals the end of the workday — and the start of playtime. So where do industry folks go after hours… and are late-night venues a dying breed? Co-host Dayvid Figler chats with Jacob Smith, podcast producer and head of audio for Absinthe. Jacob produces two excellent podcasts (and both their hosts have been on our show!) — make sure to check them out below: Matt & Mattingly’s Ice Cream Social Pod Therapy Jacob’s late night recs: Osaka Japanese Bistro Pho Kim Long Peppermill The Sand Dollar Lounge on Spring Mountain The Barbershop Count’s Vamp'd Don’t Tell Mama The Bootlegger Italian Bistro The 1230 Clown Show Kenny Davidsen’s Celebrity Piano Bar at the Tuscany Casino We’re on social media! Follow us @CityCastVegas on Instagram. You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719. Want some more Las Vegas news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter here. For the thousands of Las Vegans who work in entertainment, while most of us are tucked into bed, midnight signals the end of the workday — and the start of playtime. So where do industry folks go after hours… and are late-night venues a dying breed? Co-host Dayvid Figler chats with Jacob Smith, podcast producer and head of audio for Absinthe.

Jacob produces two excellent podcasts (and both their hosts have been on our show!) — make sure to check them out below:

Jacob’s late night recs:

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]]> 1248 Nachogate! Plus, the A’s Frosty Reception, and a GOP Caucus Challenger https://lasvegas.citycast.fm At the Oakland A’s “fireside chat” this Wednesday, owner John Fisher’s light-on-substance responses were overshadowed by a mortifying moment: When the emcee attempted to elicit cheers for “the Las Vegas A’s,” she was met with crickets. So what does this event tell us about the A’s efforts, and how successful their community inroads have been? Co-hosts Sarah Lohman and Dayvid Figler sit down with Nevada Independent reporter Jacob Solis to hash it out. Then, they discuss Trump’s sole caucus challenger in Nevada, and if we’re still the “we matter” state. And last but certainly not least, we give you the latest on the Fontainbleau’s Nachogate debacle (and Dayvid reports back from his nacho-ventures last night). We’re on social media! Follow us @CityCastVegas on Instagram. You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719. Want some more Las Vegas news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter here. Fri, 26 Jan 2024 11:00:00 -0000 Nachogate! Plus, the A’s Frosty Reception, and a GOP Caucus Challenger full City Cast At the Oakland A’s “fireside chat” this Wednesday, owner John Fisher’s light-on-substance responses were overshadowed by a mortifying moment: When the emcee attempted to elicit cheers for “the Las Vegas A’s,” she was met with crickets. So what does this event tell us about the A’s efforts, and how successful their community inroads have been? Co-hosts Sarah Lohman and Dayvid Figler sit down with Nevada Independent reporter Jacob Solis to hash it out. Then, they discuss Trump’s sole caucus challenger in Nevada, and if we’re still the “we matter” state. And last but certainly not least, we give you the latest on the Fontainbleau’s Nachogate debacle (and Dayvid reports back from his nacho-ventures last night). We’re on social media! Follow us @CityCastVegas on Instagram. You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719. Want some more Las Vegas news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter here. At the Oakland A’s “fireside chat” this Wednesday, owner John Fisher’s light-on-substance responses were overshadowed by a mortifying moment: When the emcee attempted to elicit cheers for “the Las Vegas A’s,” she was met with crickets. So what does this event tell us about the A’s efforts, and how successful their community inroads have been? Co-hosts Sarah Lohman and Dayvid Figler sit down with Nevada Independent reporter Jacob Solis to hash it out. Then, they discuss Trump’s sole caucus challenger in Nevada, and if we’re still the “we matter” state. And last but certainly not least, we give you the latest on the Fontainbleau’s Nachogate debacle (and Dayvid reports back from his nacho-ventures last night).

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]]> 1791 What It’s Like to Live in the Mt. Charleston Snow https://lasvegas.citycast.fm Sure, we all fantasize about living on Mt. Charleston in summertime — but what’s life like for year-rounders, those intrepid few who decide to live there when snow drifts block roads and you have to (shudder) shovel the driveway? After this week’s massive snow dump on the mountain, we’re bringing back a conversation co-host Dayvid Figler had with year-rounder Jimmy Alderson, AKA “Mt. Charleston Mountain Man,” about what life is really like up there, and the survival skills you need to make it through winter. We’re on social media! Follow us @CityCastVegas on Instagram. You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719. Want some more Las Vegas news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter here. Thu, 25 Jan 2024 11:00:00 -0000 What It’s Like to Live in the Mt. Charleston Snow full City Cast Sure, we all fantasize about living on Mt. Charleston in summertime — but what’s life like for year-rounders, those intrepid few who decide to live there when snow drifts block roads and you have to (shudder) shovel the driveway? After this week’s massive snow dump on the mountain, we’re bringing back a conversation co-host Dayvid Figler had with year-rounder Jimmy Alderson, AKA “Mt. Charleston Mountain Man,” about what life is really like up there, and the survival skills you need to make it through winter. We’re on social media! Follow us @CityCastVegas on Instagram. You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719. Want some more Las Vegas news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter here. Sure, we all fantasize about living on Mt. Charleston in summertime — but what’s life like for year-rounders, those intrepid few who decide to live there when snow drifts block roads and you have to (shudder) shovel the driveway? After this week’s massive snow dump on the mountain, we’re bringing back a conversation co-host Dayvid Figler had with year-rounder Jimmy Alderson, AKA “Mt. Charleston Mountain Man,” about what life is really like up there, and the survival skills you need to make it through winter.

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]]> 1219 Is Now the Right Time To Buy a House in Vegas? https://lasvegas.citycast.fm/podcasts The housing market in Las Vegas just saw its lowest year in sales since the crash in 2007. That may be confusing to some who are feeling the effects of our growing population and seeing new housing developments creep into the desert. It's hard to tell if it's the right time for a move or not, whether you are from out of state or a longtime Vegas resident. Professor Nicholas Irwin teaches real estate and economics at UNLV. He explains to co-host Dayvid Figler what to look out for in the everchanging Las Vegas housing market, how renters and corporate buyers fit into the equation, and tells us if now is the right time to buy a house. Learn more about the Lied Center for Real Estate here. We’re on social media! Follow us @CityCastVegas on Instagram. You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719. Want some more Las Vegas news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter here. Wed, 24 Jan 2024 11:00:00 -0000 Is Now the Right Time To Buy a House in Vegas? full City Cast The housing market in Las Vegas just saw its lowest year in sales since the crash in 2007. That may be confusing to some who are feeling the effects of our growing population and seeing new housing developments creep into the desert. It's hard to tell if it's the right time for a move or not, whether you are from out of state or a longtime Vegas resident. Professor Nicholas Irwin teaches real estate and economics at UNLV. He explains to co-host Dayvid Figler what to look out for in the everchanging Las Vegas housing market, how renters and corporate buyers fit into the equation, and tells us if now is the right time to buy a house. Learn more about the Lied Center for Real Estate here. We’re on social media! Follow us @CityCastVegas on Instagram. You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719. Want some more Las Vegas news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter here. The housing market in Las Vegas just saw its lowest year in sales since the crash in 2007. That may be confusing to some who are feeling the effects of our growing population and seeing new housing developments creep into the desert. It's hard to tell if it's the right time for a move or not, whether you are from out of state or a longtime Vegas resident. Professor Nicholas Irwin teaches real estate and economics at UNLV. He explains to co-host Dayvid Figler what to look out for in the everchanging Las Vegas housing market, how renters and corporate buyers fit into the equation, and tells us if now is the right time to buy a house.

Learn more about the Lied Center for Real Estate here.

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]]> 1424 Are Palm Trees Actually Bad for Las Vegas? https://lasvegas.citycast.fm/ Las Vegans love to hate on many things (tourists, traffic, the entire month of July), but no tree has earned more of our ire than the iconic palm. It’s been decried as a water guzzler, a landscape destroyer, and an all-around, no-good tree that gives us zero shade in a hot, dry desert town. But … are we maybe thinking about this all wrong? Today, co-host Dayvid Figler sits down with tree expert and Nevada Plants founder Lisa Ortega, who makes the case for when and where palm trees might actually be good for Las Vegas. We’re on social media! Follow us @CityCastVegas on Instagram. You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719. Want some more Las Vegas news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter here. Tue, 23 Jan 2024 11:00:00 -0000 Are Palm Trees Actually Bad for Las Vegas? full City Cast Las Vegans love to hate on many things (tourists, traffic, the entire month of July), but no tree has earned more of our ire than the iconic palm. It’s been decried as a water guzzler, a landscape destroyer, and an all-around, no-good tree that gives us zero shade in a hot, dry desert town. But … are we maybe thinking about this all wrong? Today, co-host Dayvid Figler sits down with tree expert and Nevada Plants founder Lisa Ortega, who makes the case for when and where palm trees might actually be good for Las Vegas. We’re on social media! Follow us @CityCastVegas on Instagram. You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719. Want some more Las Vegas news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter here. Las Vegans love to hate on many things (tourists, traffic, the entire month of July), but no tree has earned more of our ire than the iconic palm. It’s been decried as a water guzzler, a landscape destroyer, and an all-around, no-good tree that gives us zero shade in a hot, dry desert town. But … are we maybe thinking about this all wrong? Today, co-host Dayvid Figler sits down with tree expert and Nevada Plants founder Lisa Ortega, who makes the case for when and where palm trees might actually be good for Las Vegas.


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]]> 1095 What Vegas Sex Clubs Are Really Like https://lasvegas.citycast.fm/ Live in Las Vegas long enough, and you’ll hear about the Green Door, our valley’s most famous (or infamous) sex club. But what really goes on inside? Co-host Sarah Lohman sits down with Gemini Stevens, a former kink educator, food podcast co-host, and all-around hedonist, for the 101 on how Vegas sex clubs work, the written and unwritten rules, and why they matter for our city. We’re on social media! Follow us @CityCastVegas on Instagram. You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719. Want some more Las Vegas news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter here. Mon, 22 Jan 2024 11:00:00 -0000 What Vegas Sex Clubs Are Really Like full City Cast Live in Las Vegas long enough, and you’ll hear about the Green Door, our valley’s most famous (or infamous) sex club. But what really goes on inside? Co-host Sarah Lohman sits down with Gemini Stevens, a former kink educator, food podcast co-host, and all-around hedonist, for the 101 on how Vegas sex clubs work, the written and unwritten rules, and why they matter for our city. We’re on social media! Follow us @CityCastVegas on Instagram. You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719. Want some more Las Vegas news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter here. Live in Las Vegas long enough, and you’ll hear about the Green Door, our valley’s most famous (or infamous) sex club. But what really goes on inside? Co-host Sarah Lohman sits down with Gemini Stevens, a former kink educator, food podcast co-host, and all-around hedonist, for the 101 on how Vegas sex clubs work, the written and unwritten rules, and why they matter for our city.


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]]> 1392 A’s Pay Legislators, CCSD Sued Over “Vile” Tweet, and Las Vegas Resolutions https://lasvegas.citycast.fm It’s been a good and bad week for transparency in Las Vegas so we are talking about which legislators got money from the Oakland A’s, the Clark County Education Association suing the school district over a “vile” tweet allegedly sent by Superintendent Jesus Jara, and what New Year resolutions the city should keep even though today, January 19th, is when most people give up. Executive producer Sonja Cho Swanson is joined by co-host Dayvid Figler and Nevada Current reporter Michael Lyle to dive into the details. X thread reviewing data about Superintendent Jara’s account usage: https://twitter.com/DataInsightPart/status/1722617864795169115 We’re on social media! Follow us @CityCastVegas on Instagram. You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719. Want some more Las Vegas news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter here. Fri, 19 Jan 2024 11:00:00 -0000 A’s Pay Legislators, CCSD Sued Over “Vile” Tweet, and Las Vegas Resolutions full City Cast It’s been a good and bad week for transparency in Las Vegas so we are talking about which legislators got money from the Oakland A’s, the Clark County Education Association suing the school district over a “vile” tweet allegedly sent by Superintendent Jesus Jara, and what New Year resolutions the city should keep even though today, January 19th, is when most people give up. Executive producer Sonja Cho Swanson is joined by co-host Dayvid Figler and Nevada Current reporter Michael Lyle to dive into the details. X thread reviewing data about Superintendent Jara’s account usage: https://twitter.com/DataInsightPart/status/1722617864795169115 We’re on social media! Follow us @CityCastVegas on Instagram. You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719. Want some more Las Vegas news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter here. It’s been a good and bad week for transparency in Las Vegas so we are talking about which legislators got money from the Oakland A’s, the Clark County Education Association suing the school district over a “vile” tweet allegedly sent by Superintendent Jesus Jara, and what New Year resolutions the city should keep even though today, January 19th, is when most people give up. Executive producer Sonja Cho Swanson is joined by co-host Dayvid Figler and Nevada Current reporter Michael Lyle to dive into the details.


X thread reviewing data about Superintendent Jara’s account usage: https://twitter.com/DataInsightPart/status/1722617864795169115


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]]> 1615 The Best Local Grocery Stores to Dine In https://lasvegas.citycast.fm/ While Vegas media loves to highlight the latest food trends, hottest new restaurants, or the next big celebrity chef coming to town, one tried and true dining option gets overlooked in all the chatter: grocery stores. Even though we get most of our food in grocery stores, only a few consider sitting in and having a meal there. Surprisingly, Las Vegas has plenty of great local options so you can try getting your next meal before picking up a pint of milk. Writer and City Cast contributor Brent Holmes shares his favorite local grocery store meals and the joys of dining in with co-host Dayvid Figler. We mentioned this episode from last year on where to take your date for dinner in Las Vegas. Grocery stores mentioned: Cardenas Markets El Super Seafood City 168 Market Rani’s World Foods We’re on social media! Follow us @CityCastVegas on Instagram. You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719. Want some more Las Vegas news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter here. Thu, 18 Jan 2024 11:00:00 -0000 The Best Local Grocery Stores to Dine In full City Cast While Vegas media loves to highlight the latest food trends, hottest new restaurants, or the next big celebrity chef coming to town, one tried and true dining option gets overlooked in all the chatter: grocery stores. Even though we get most of our food in grocery stores, only a few consider sitting in and having a meal there. Surprisingly, Las Vegas has plenty of great local options so you can try getting your next meal before picking up a pint of milk. Writer and City Cast contributor Brent Holmes shares his favorite local grocery store meals and the joys of dining in with co-host Dayvid Figler. We mentioned this episode from last year on where to take your date for dinner in Las Vegas. Grocery stores mentioned: Cardenas Markets El Super Seafood City 168 Market Rani’s World Foods We’re on social media! Follow us @CityCastVegas on Instagram. You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719. Want some more Las Vegas news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter here. While Vegas media loves to highlight the latest food trends, hottest new restaurants, or the next big celebrity chef coming to town, one tried and true dining option gets overlooked in all the chatter: grocery stores. Even though we get most of our food in grocery stores, only a few consider sitting in and having a meal there. Surprisingly, Las Vegas has plenty of great local options so you can try getting your next meal before picking up a pint of milk. Writer and City Cast contributor Brent Holmes shares his favorite local grocery store meals and the joys of dining in with co-host Dayvid Figler.


We mentioned this episode from last year on where to take your date for dinner in Las Vegas.


Grocery stores mentioned:

Cardenas Markets

El Super

Seafood City

168 Market

Rani’s World Foods


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]]> 1240 Las Vegas’s Coolest New State Park https://lasvegas.citycast.fm/podcasts Las Vegas’s long-awaited new state park finally opens this weekend to the public on January 20th. Ice Age Fossils State Park is a unique attraction that delves into the history of Las Vegas during the Ice Age through fossils and historic trails. Park supervisor Garrett Fehner joins co-host Dayvid Figler to explain what visitors will see, why you can’t take the fossils home, and how the site is important to the history of scientific discovery. We’re on social media! Follow us @CityCastVegas on Instagram. You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719. Want some more Las Vegas news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter here. Wed, 17 Jan 2024 11:00:00 -0000 Las Vegas’s Coolest New State Park full City Cast Las Vegas’s long-awaited new state park finally opens this weekend to the public on January 20th. Ice Age Fossils State Park is a unique attraction that delves into the history of Las Vegas during the Ice Age through fossils and historic trails. Park supervisor Garrett Fehner joins co-host Dayvid Figler to explain what visitors will see, why you can’t take the fossils home, and how the site is important to the history of scientific discovery. We’re on social media! Follow us @CityCastVegas on Instagram. You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719. Want some more Las Vegas news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter here. Las Vegas’s long-awaited new state park finally opens this weekend to the public on January 20th. Ice Age Fossils State Park is a unique attraction that delves into the history of Las Vegas during the Ice Age through fossils and historic trails. Park supervisor Garrett Fehner joins co-host Dayvid Figler to explain what visitors will see, why you can’t take the fossils home, and how the site is important to the history of scientific discovery.


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]]> 1266 How Vegas Could Use the Coolest Tech at CES https://lasvegas.citycast.fm Despite CES, the world’s largest in-person tech event, happening right here in Las Vegas, most locals haven’t ever been inside. It’s kind of a black box of mystery exclusive to the tech industry insiders and media who arrive in droves. Lucky for us, producer Layla Muhammad got a peek inside and sat down with co-host Sarah Lohman to talk about all about the coolest tech she saw and how it could affect Las Vegas. Yes, there are robots. No, she didn’t kick one. We’re on social media! Follow us @CityCastVegas on Instagram. You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719. Want some more Las Vegas news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter here. Tue, 16 Jan 2024 14:00:00 -0000 How Vegas Could Use the Coolest Tech at CES full City Cast Despite CES, the world’s largest in-person tech event, happening right here in Las Vegas, most locals haven’t ever been inside. It’s kind of a black box of mystery exclusive to the tech industry insiders and media who arrive in droves. Lucky for us, producer Layla Muhammad got a peek inside and sat down with co-host Sarah Lohman to talk about all about the coolest tech she saw and how it could affect Las Vegas. Yes, there are robots. No, she didn’t kick one. We’re on social media! Follow us @CityCastVegas on Instagram. You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719. Want some more Las Vegas news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter here. Despite CES, the world’s largest in-person tech event, happening right here in Las Vegas, most locals haven’t ever been inside. It’s kind of a black box of mystery exclusive to the tech industry insiders and media who arrive in droves. Lucky for us, producer Layla Muhammad got a peek inside and sat down with co-host Sarah Lohman to talk about all about the coolest tech she saw and how it could affect Las Vegas. Yes, there are robots. No, she didn’t kick one.


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]]> 1328 How F1 Hurt Local Biz, the Dorito on the Luxor, and the Fiesta’s Replacement https://lasvegas.citycast.fm Now that the tire dust has settled, Las Vegas is taking stock of F1’s impact — and some local businesses are asking the city to recoup the millions of dollars they lost. But would the city pay — and not F1? In today’s Friday news roundup, co-hosts Sarah Lohman and Dayvid Figler sit down with contributor Andrew Kiraly, founder of TheList.Vegas, to talk about the winners, losers, and who pays when the races come to town. Next up, the crew discusses that giant Doritos ad on the Luxor, and if any buildings in Vegas are too sacred for advertising. And last, a speculative conversation about what should go on the site of the demolished Fiesta Henderson. We’re on social media! Follow us @CityCastVegas on Instagram. You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719. Want some more Las Vegas news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter here. Fri, 12 Jan 2024 11:00:00 -0000 How F1 Hurt Local Biz, the Dorito on the Luxor, and the Fiesta’s Replacement full City Cast Now that the tire dust has settled, Las Vegas is taking stock of F1’s impact — and some local businesses are asking the city to recoup the millions of dollars they lost. But would the city pay — and not F1? In today’s Friday news roundup, co-hosts Sarah Lohman and Dayvid Figler sit down with contributor Andrew Kiraly, founder of TheList.Vegas, to talk about the winners, losers, and who pays when the races come to town. Next up, the crew discusses that giant Doritos ad on the Luxor, and if any buildings in Vegas are too sacred for advertising. And last, a speculative conversation about what should go on the site of the demolished Fiesta Henderson. We’re on social media! Follow us @CityCastVegas on Instagram. You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719. Want some more Las Vegas news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter here. Now that the tire dust has settled, Las Vegas is taking stock of F1’s impact — and some local businesses are asking the city to recoup the millions of dollars they lost. But would the city pay — and not F1? In today’s Friday news roundup, co-hosts Sarah Lohman and Dayvid Figler sit down with contributor Andrew Kiraly, founder of TheList.Vegas, to talk about the winners, losers, and who pays when the races come to town. Next up, the crew discusses that giant Doritos ad on the Luxor, and if any buildings in Vegas are too sacred for advertising. And last, a speculative conversation about what should go on the site of the demolished Fiesta Henderson.


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]]> 1821 How Mexican Chefs in Vegas are Reviving an Ancient Technique https://lasvegas.citycast.fm/podcasts There’s a new trend sweeping Mexican cuisine, and you can find it right here in Las Vegas. Unlike the mass-produced grocery store tortillas you’ll find at most taco trucks and restaurants, tortillas made by nixtamalization are more pliable, fragrant, and nutritious. Today, we’re bringing back a conversation co-host Dayvid Figler had with Masazul chef Mariana Alvarado about she’s dedicating her life to bringing nixtamalized corn products to Las Vegas and where you can try them in our city. We’re on social media! Follow us @CityCastVegas on Instagram. You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719. Want some more Las Vegas news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter here. Thu, 11 Jan 2024 11:00:00 -0000 How Mexican Chefs in Vegas are Reviving an Ancient Technique full City Cast There’s a new trend sweeping Mexican cuisine, and you can find it right here in Las Vegas. Unlike the mass-produced grocery store tortillas you’ll find at most taco trucks and restaurants, tortillas made by nixtamalization are more pliable, fragrant, and nutritious. Today, we’re bringing back a conversation co-host Dayvid Figler had with Masazul chef Mariana Alvarado about she’s dedicating her life to bringing nixtamalized corn products to Las Vegas and where you can try them in our city. We’re on social media! Follow us @CityCastVegas on Instagram. You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719. Want some more Las Vegas news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter here. There’s a new trend sweeping Mexican cuisine, and you can find it right here in Las Vegas. Unlike the mass-produced grocery store tortillas you’ll find at most taco trucks and restaurants, tortillas made by nixtamalization are more pliable, fragrant, and nutritious. Today, we’re bringing back a conversation co-host Dayvid Figler had with Masazul chef Mariana Alvarado about she’s dedicating her life to bringing nixtamalized corn products to Las Vegas and where you can try them in our city.


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]]> 1129 Is the Monorail Actually… Great? https://lasvegas.citycast.fm The Las Vegas Monorail is, at best, a side-eyed 90s relic for convention-goers; at worst, the butt of jokes and a symbol of our crushed public transit dreams. So how did it even get here, and what derailed our mono-future? Co-host Sarah Lohman talks with writer and monorail enthusiast Eric Duran-Valle about the system’s surprising Disney connection, the issues that plagued it, and why locals should still give the monorail a chance (spoiler: we tell you how to get $2 locals tickets on the cheap). And oh yes, there will be Simpsons references and singing. Read Eric’s lovely essay about the monorail here. We’re on social media! Follow us @CityCastVegas on Instagram. You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719. Want some more Las Vegas news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter here. Wed, 10 Jan 2024 14:00:00 -0000 Is the Monorail Actually… Great? full City Cast The Las Vegas Monorail is, at best, a side-eyed 90s relic for convention-goers; at worst, the butt of jokes and a symbol of our crushed public transit dreams. So how did it even get here, and what derailed our mono-future? Co-host Sarah Lohman talks with writer and monorail enthusiast Eric Duran-Valle about the system’s surprising Disney connection, the issues that plagued it, and why locals should still give the monorail a chance (spoiler: we tell you how to get $2 locals tickets on the cheap). And oh yes, there will be Simpsons references and singing. Read Eric’s lovely essay about the monorail here. We’re on social media! Follow us @CityCastVegas on Instagram. You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719. Want some more Las Vegas news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter here. The Las Vegas Monorail is, at best, a side-eyed 90s relic for convention-goers; at worst, the butt of jokes and a symbol of our crushed public transit dreams. So how did it even get here, and what derailed our mono-future? Co-host Sarah Lohman talks with writer and monorail enthusiast Eric Duran-Valle about the system’s surprising Disney connection, the issues that plagued it, and why locals should still give the monorail a chance (spoiler: we tell you how to get $2 locals tickets on the cheap). And oh yes, there will be Simpsons references and singing.


Read Eric’s lovely essay about the monorail here.


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]]> 1373 An Insider’s Guide to Magic in Las Vegas https://lasvegas.citycast.fm/ Las Vegas headliner magicians like David Copperfield, Shin Lim, and Criss Angel have all become household names across the U.S. — and just in terms of the number of ticketed shows, Vegas is arguably the magic capital of the world. That’s according to comedian, magician, and podcaster Matt Donnelly, who sits down with co-host Dayvid Figler to talk about the hidden gems in the Vegas magic scene (have you followed the mysterious person in a rabbit mask?) and how our city is changing the magic world. Find more of Matt on his podcast “Matt and Mattingly’s Ice Cream Social,” or the podcast he co-hosts with Penn Jillette, “Penn’s Sunday School.” We’re on social media! Follow us @CityCastVegas on Instagram. You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719. Want some more Las Vegas news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter here. Tue, 09 Jan 2024 14:00:00 -0000 An Insider’s Guide to Magic in Las Vegas full City Cast Las Vegas headliner magicians like David Copperfield, Shin Lim, and Criss Angel have all become household names across the U.S. — and just in terms of the number of ticketed shows, Vegas is arguably the magic capital of the world. That’s according to comedian, magician, and podcaster Matt Donnelly, who sits down with co-host Dayvid Figler to talk about the hidden gems in the Vegas magic scene (have you followed the mysterious person in a rabbit mask?) and how our city is changing the magic world. Find more of Matt on his podcast “Matt and Mattingly’s Ice Cream Social,” or the podcast he co-hosts with Penn Jillette, “Penn’s Sunday School.” We’re on social media! Follow us @CityCastVegas on Instagram. You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719. Want some more Las Vegas news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter here. Las Vegas headliner magicians like David Copperfield, Shin Lim, and Criss Angel have all become household names across the U.S. — and just in terms of the number of ticketed shows, Vegas is arguably the magic capital of the world. That’s according to comedian, magician, and podcaster Matt Donnelly, who sits down with co-host Dayvid Figler to talk about the hidden gems in the Vegas magic scene (have you followed the mysterious person in a rabbit mask?) and how our city is changing the magic world.


Find more of Matt on his podcast “Matt and Mattingly’s Ice Cream Social,” or the podcast he co-hosts with Penn Jillette, “Penn’s Sunday School.”


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]]> 1431 Is This the End of The Animal Foundation? https://lasvegas.citycast.fm During one of their last meetings of 2023, city council members voted to purchase The Animal Foundation’s building to increase oversight of the non-profit. This comes after years of complaints over conditions at the overcrowded shelter from residents, animal advocates, and officials. Could this be the year The Animal Foundation turns around, or is the city priming the space for a takeover? Nevada Current reporter Dana Gentry has been covering the operational failures at The Animal Foundation for years. Gentry sits down with co-host Dayvid Figler to explain how funding, leadership, and policies have led animals to suffer in Las Vegas. We’re on social media! Follow us @CityCastVegas on Instagram. You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719. Want some more Las Vegas news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter here. Mon, 08 Jan 2024 14:00:00 -0000 Is This the End of The Animal Foundation? full City Cast During one of their last meetings of 2023, city council members voted to purchase The Animal Foundation’s building to increase oversight of the non-profit. This comes after years of complaints over conditions at the overcrowded shelter from residents, animal advocates, and officials. Could this be the year The Animal Foundation turns around, or is the city priming the space for a takeover? Nevada Current reporter Dana Gentry has been covering the operational failures at The Animal Foundation for years. Gentry sits down with co-host Dayvid Figler to explain how funding, leadership, and policies have led animals to suffer in Las Vegas. We’re on social media! Follow us @CityCastVegas on Instagram. You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719. Want some more Las Vegas news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter here. During one of their last meetings of 2023, city council members voted to purchase The Animal Foundation’s building to increase oversight of the non-profit. This comes after years of complaints over conditions at the overcrowded shelter from residents, animal advocates, and officials. Could this be the year The Animal Foundation turns around, or is the city priming the space for a takeover? Nevada Current reporter Dana Gentry has been covering the operational failures at The Animal Foundation for years. Gentry sits down with co-host Dayvid Figler to explain how funding, leadership, and policies have led animals to suffer in Las Vegas.


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]]> 1409 Judge Attacked in Court, No More Stopping on Strip Bridges, and Worst Food Trends https://lasvegas.citycast.fm The horrible attack on a judge in a Las Vegas courtroom has made headlines around the world — but have you seen the whole video? It tells a slightly different story, and co-hosts Dayvid Figler and Sarah Lohman sit down with contributor and Nevada Current editor April Corbin Girnus to talk about it. They also discuss the new ban on stopping on Strip pedestrian bridges, and the food trends that “need to die” in 2024, according to the Review-Journal’s food critic. We’re on social media! Follow us @CityCastVegas on Instagram. You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719. Want some more Las Vegas news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter here. Fri, 05 Jan 2024 14:00:00 -0000 Judge Attacked in Court, No More Stopping on Strip Bridges, and Worst Food Trends full City Cast The horrible attack on a judge in a Las Vegas courtroom has made headlines around the world — but have you seen the whole video? It tells a slightly different story, and co-hosts Dayvid Figler and Sarah Lohman sit down with contributor and Nevada Current editor April Corbin Girnus to talk about it. They also discuss the new ban on stopping on Strip pedestrian bridges, and the food trends that “need to die” in 2024, according to the Review-Journal’s food critic. We’re on social media! Follow us @CityCastVegas on Instagram. You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719. Want some more Las Vegas news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter here. The horrible attack on a judge in a Las Vegas courtroom has made headlines around the world — but have you seen the whole video? It tells a slightly different story, and co-hosts Dayvid Figler and Sarah Lohman sit down with contributor and Nevada Current editor April Corbin Girnus to talk about it. They also discuss the new ban on stopping on Strip pedestrian bridges, and the food trends that “need to die” in 2024, according to the Review-Journal’s food critic.


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]]> 1797 Is Vegas Dry January Friendly? https://lasvegas.citycast.fm Now that the holiday season has passed, some people are looking for ways to help their minds and bodies recover from the festivities (and maybe even their wallets). One method people try to start their year off right is participating in "dry January". Taking a break from alcohol — or the vice of your choice — can be difficult in a party-forward city like Las Vegas. That’s why our co-hosts Dayvid Figler and Sarah Lohman sit down to give you the surprising story behind dry January and how to get it done successfully in a city where the alcohol never stops flowing. We’re on social media! Follow us @CityCastVegas on Instagram. You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719. Want some more Las Vegas news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter here. Thu, 04 Jan 2024 14:00:00 -0000 Is Vegas Dry January Friendly? full City Cast Now that the holiday season has passed, some people are looking for ways to help their minds and bodies recover from the festivities (and maybe even their wallets). One method people try to start their year off right is participating in "dry January". Taking a break from alcohol — or the vice of your choice — can be difficult in a party-forward city like Las Vegas. That’s why our co-hosts Dayvid Figler and Sarah Lohman sit down to give you the surprising story behind dry January and how to get it done successfully in a city where the alcohol never stops flowing. We’re on social media! Follow us @CityCastVegas on Instagram. You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719. Want some more Las Vegas news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter here. Now that the holiday season has passed, some people are looking for ways to help their minds and bodies recover from the festivities (and maybe even their wallets). One method people try to start their year off right is participating in "dry January". Taking a break from alcohol — or the vice of your choice — can be difficult in a party-forward city like Las Vegas. That’s why our co-hosts Dayvid Figler and Sarah Lohman sit down to give you the surprising story behind dry January and how to get it done successfully in a city where the alcohol never stops flowing.


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]]> 1292 Our 2024 Bingo Card for Vegas https://lasvegas.citycast.fm 2024 is here, so we’ve pooled our predictions (from most to least likely) of everything that maybe, kinda, possibly, could happen in Las Vegas this year — and we’re putting it on a Bingo card! Co-hosts Sarah Lohman and Dayvid Figler compare notes with contributor Brent Holmes: Could A.I. take over the Sphere? Will F1 breach contract? Will the Golden Knights win the Stanley Cup again? Make your very own personal 2024 Bingo card here and play along with us all year long — it’s free, you don’t have to make an account, and you miiiiight get a prize at the end of the year. We’re going by the honor system (but we can also see how many cards you’ve made), so stay classy, Vegas! We’re on social media! Follow us @CityCastVegas on Instagram. You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719. Want some more Las Vegas news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter here. Wed, 03 Jan 2024 14:00:00 -0000 Our 2024 Bingo Card for Vegas full City Cast 2024 is here, so we’ve pooled our predictions (from most to least likely) of everything that maybe, kinda, possibly, could happen in Las Vegas this year — and we’re putting it on a Bingo card! Co-hosts Sarah Lohman and Dayvid Figler compare notes with contributor Brent Holmes: Could A.I. take over the Sphere? Will F1 breach contract? Will the Golden Knights win the Stanley Cup again? Make your very own personal 2024 Bingo card here and play along with us all year long — it’s free, you don’t have to make an account, and you miiiiight get a prize at the end of the year. We’re going by the honor system (but we can also see how many cards you’ve made), so stay classy, Vegas! We’re on social media! Follow us @CityCastVegas on Instagram. You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719. Want some more Las Vegas news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter here. 2024 is here, so we’ve pooled our predictions (from most to least likely) of everything that maybe, kinda, possibly, could happen in Las Vegas this year — and we’re putting it on a Bingo card! Co-hosts Sarah Lohman and Dayvid Figler compare notes with contributor Brent Holmes: Could A.I. take over the Sphere? Will F1 breach contract? Will the Golden Knights win the Stanley Cup again?


Make your very own personal 2024 Bingo card here and play along with us all year long — it’s free, you don’t have to make an account, and you miiiiight get a prize at the end of the year. We’re going by the honor system (but we can also see how many cards you’ve made), so stay classy, Vegas!


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]]> 1460 Your Guide to January in Las Vegas https://lasvegas.citycast.fm This January, whether you’re looking for new hobbies, new music, or a sense of renewed purpose, Andrew Kiraly from thelist.vegas has some ideas for you. He and co-host Sarah Lohman sit down to talk about the best events and things to do in Las Vegas this month (and spoiler alert: Andrew shares the deets on his favorite hiking trail in the Valley). We’re on social media! Follow us @CityCastVegas on Instagram. You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719. Want some more Las Vegas news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter here. Tue, 02 Jan 2024 14:00:00 -0000 Your Guide to January in Las Vegas full City Cast This January, whether you’re looking for new hobbies, new music, or a sense of renewed purpose, Andrew Kiraly from thelist.vegas has some ideas for you. He and co-host Sarah Lohman sit down to talk about the best events and things to do in Las Vegas this month (and spoiler alert: Andrew shares the deets on his favorite hiking trail in the Valley). We’re on social media! Follow us @CityCastVegas on Instagram. You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719. Want some more Las Vegas news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter here. This January, whether you’re looking for new hobbies, new music, or a sense of renewed purpose, Andrew Kiraly from thelist.vegas has some ideas for you. He and co-host Sarah Lohman sit down to talk about the best events and things to do in Las Vegas this month (and spoiler alert: Andrew shares the deets on his favorite hiking trail in the Valley).


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]]> 1493 Will A.I. Take Over Vegas Hospitality Jobs? https://lasvegas.citycast.fm We’re bringing back our biggest stories of 2023 this week, and nothing quite shook Las Vegas to its hospitality core like the advances in A.I. this year.  Both Resorts World and the Cosmopolitan use AI chatbots to answer guest queries about where to go and what to do. The Sphere has an Android greeter, and there’s even a robot bouncer at a Vegas strip club. What’s more: Reports released in December 2023 suggest Las Vegas is the city MOST at risk in the U.S. for an A.I. takeover. But how will AI evolve, and will it take over our city’s legendary hospitality and gaming industry? Geoff Carter, senior editor at the Las Vegas Weekly, did a deep dive into these issues and runs through it with co-host Dayvid Figler in this episode from April. Also, stay until the end. We invite ChatGPT into the conversation, and as A.I. generated headlines might say - it will shock you!    Are you worried about AI in Las Vegas? Or excited about it? Let us know what you think by tagging us on social media (we’re @CityCastVegas on Twitter and Instagram) or leaving us a voicemail or a text at 702-514-0719. Oh, and if you’re not signed up for our brilliant morning newsletter yet… whatcha waiting for? Get on the list for the best thing in your inbox every morning at 6 a.m. — sign up here. Fri, 29 Dec 2023 14:00:00 -0000 Will A.I. Take Over Vegas Hospitality Jobs? full City Cast We’re bringing back our biggest stories of 2023 this week, and nothing quite shook Las Vegas to its hospitality core like the advances in A.I. this year.  Both Resorts World and the Cosmopolitan use AI chatbots to answer guest queries about where to go and what to do. The Sphere has an Android greeter, and there’s even a robot bouncer at a Vegas strip club. What’s more: Reports released in December 2023 suggest Las Vegas is the city MOST at risk in the U.S. for an A.I. takeover. But how will AI evolve, and will it take over our city’s legendary hospitality and gaming industry? Geoff Carter, senior editor at the Las Vegas Weekly, did a deep dive into these issues and runs through it with co-host Dayvid Figler in this episode from April. Also, stay until the end. We invite ChatGPT into the conversation, and as A.I. generated headlines might say - it will shock you!    Are you worried about AI in Las Vegas? Or excited about it? Let us know what you think by tagging us on social media (we’re @CityCastVegas on Twitter and Instagram) or leaving us a voicemail or a text at 702-514-0719. Oh, and if you’re not signed up for our brilliant morning newsletter yet… whatcha waiting for? Get on the list for the best thing in your inbox every morning at 6 a.m. — sign up here. We’re bringing back our biggest stories of 2023 this week, and nothing quite shook Las Vegas to its hospitality core like the advances in A.I. this year. 


Both Resorts World and the Cosmopolitan use AI chatbots to answer guest queries about where to go and what to do. The Sphere has an Android greeter, and there’s even a robot bouncer at a Vegas strip club. What’s more: Reports released in December 2023 suggest Las Vegas is the city MOST at risk in the U.S. for an A.I. takeover. But how will AI evolve, and will it take over our city’s legendary hospitality and gaming industry?


Geoff Carter, senior editor at the Las Vegas Weekly, did a deep dive into these issues and runs through it with co-host Dayvid Figler in this episode from April. Also, stay until the end. We invite ChatGPT into the conversation, and as A.I. generated headlines might say - it will shock you!   


Are you worried about AI in Las Vegas? Or excited about it? Let us know what you think by tagging us on social media (we’re @CityCastVegas on Twitter and Instagram) or leaving us a voicemail or a text at 702-514-0719.


Oh, and if you’re not signed up for our brilliant morning newsletter yet… whatcha waiting for? Get on the list for the best thing in your inbox every morning at 6 a.m. — sign up here.

]]> 1374 Did Food Halls Kill the Vegas Buffet? https://lasvegas.citycast.fm Over the holidays, we’re sharing our favorite episodes on the hottest topics of 2023. And this year, a new food trend really took over our town. Lately, buffets seem to be shuttering left and right, and it seems like food halls are rising up to take their place: New food halls have popped up at Durango Station, the Cosmopolitan, downtown’s Fremont, and even off-Strip centers like the Uncommons. So why are food halls all the rage now, and is this the death knell of the iconic Vegas buffet? In this episode from February, our colleague Vogue Robinson talks with food influencer Phil Tzeng, A.K.A. Las Vegas Fill, about the rise of food halls, the best ones to visit in Vegas, and where the Vegas buffet is headed. Are you team food hall or team buffet? Let us know on social media (we’re @CityCastVegas on Twitter and Instagram), or leave us a voicemail at 702-514-0719. For more on what’s happening in Las Vegas (and it’s a lot), sign up for our brilliant daily newsletter: You’ll get a curated selection of the Valley’s best events, latest news, and sharpest observations. Sign up here! Thu, 28 Dec 2023 14:00:00 -0000 Did Food Halls Kill the Vegas Buffet? full City Cast Over the holidays, we’re sharing our favorite episodes on the hottest topics of 2023. And this year, a new food trend really took over our town. Lately, buffets seem to be shuttering left and right, and it seems like food halls are rising up to take their place: New food halls have popped up at Durango Station, the Cosmopolitan, downtown’s Fremont, and even off-Strip centers like the Uncommons. So why are food halls all the rage now, and is this the death knell of the iconic Vegas buffet? In this episode from February, our colleague Vogue Robinson talks with food influencer Phil Tzeng, A.K.A. Las Vegas Fill, about the rise of food halls, the best ones to visit in Vegas, and where the Vegas buffet is headed. Are you team food hall or team buffet? Let us know on social media (we’re @CityCastVegas on Twitter and Instagram), or leave us a voicemail at 702-514-0719. For more on what’s happening in Las Vegas (and it’s a lot), sign up for our brilliant daily newsletter: You’ll get a curated selection of the Valley’s best events, latest news, and sharpest observations. Sign up here! Over the holidays, we’re sharing our favorite episodes on the hottest topics of 2023. And this year, a new food trend really took over our town. Lately, buffets seem to be shuttering left and right, and it seems like food halls are rising up to take their place: New food halls have popped up at Durango Station, the Cosmopolitan, downtown’s Fremont, and even off-Strip centers like the Uncommons.


So why are food halls all the rage now, and is this the death knell of the iconic Vegas buffet? In this episode from February, our colleague Vogue Robinson talks with food influencer Phil Tzeng, A.K.A. Las Vegas Fill, about the rise of food halls, the best ones to visit in Vegas, and where the Vegas buffet is headed.


Are you team food hall or team buffet? Let us know on social media (we’re @CityCastVegas on Twitter and Instagram), or leave us a voicemail at 702-514-0719.


For more on what’s happening in Las Vegas (and it’s a lot), sign up for our brilliant daily newsletter: You’ll get a curated selection of the Valley’s best events, latest news, and sharpest observations. Sign up here!

]]> 1333 Why Clark County Is Still Under Fire for AirBnB Rules https://lasvegas.citycast.fm This week we’re showcasing some of the best of City Cast over the past year. Today, we take another look at one of our most controversial episodes of 2023: debating the fairness over new Short Term Rental (STR) rules imposed by Clark County last spring. In this episode from April, co-host Dayvid Figler sits down with Jackie Flores and Louis Koorndyk, both STR operators and co-founders of the Greater Las Vegas STR Association. They say Clark County’s 2023 STRs rules are too restrictive and maybe unconstitutional. It’s a spirited conversation — and a timely one as AirBnB-type operations are again in the national spotlight and a lawsuit to curb regulations lingers in the Nevada Supreme Court with briefing set to conclude in January.  What are your thoughts on STRs in Las Vegas? Call or text us at 702-514-0719, or tag us on Twitter and Instagram (we’re @CityCastVegas). Want more Las Vegas news? Then make sure to sign up for our brilliant morning newsletter here. Wed, 27 Dec 2023 14:00:00 -0000 Why Clark County Is Still Under Fire for AirBnB Rules full City Cast This week we’re showcasing some of the best of City Cast over the past year. Today, we take another look at one of our most controversial episodes of 2023: debating the fairness over new Short Term Rental (STR) rules imposed by Clark County last spring. In this episode from April, co-host Dayvid Figler sits down with Jackie Flores and Louis Koorndyk, both STR operators and co-founders of the Greater Las Vegas STR Association. They say Clark County’s 2023 STRs rules are too restrictive and maybe unconstitutional. It’s a spirited conversation — and a timely one as AirBnB-type operations are again in the national spotlight and a lawsuit to curb regulations lingers in the Nevada Supreme Court with briefing set to conclude in January.  What are your thoughts on STRs in Las Vegas? Call or text us at 702-514-0719, or tag us on Twitter and Instagram (we’re @CityCastVegas). Want more Las Vegas news? Then make sure to sign up for our brilliant morning newsletter here. This week we’re showcasing some of the best of City Cast over the past year. Today, we take another look at one of our most controversial episodes of 2023: debating the fairness over new Short Term Rental (STR) rules imposed by Clark County last spring.


In this episode from April, co-host Dayvid Figler sits down with Jackie Flores and Louis Koorndyk, both STR operators and co-founders of the Greater Las Vegas STR Association. They say Clark County’s 2023 STRs rules are too restrictive and maybe unconstitutional. It’s a spirited conversation — and a timely one as AirBnB-type operations are again in the national spotlight and a lawsuit to curb regulations lingers in the Nevada Supreme Court with briefing set to conclude in January. 


What are your thoughts on STRs in Las Vegas? Call or text us at 702-514-0719, or tag us on Twitter and Instagram (we’re @CityCastVegas).


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]]> 1476 Best Places to Eyeball the Sphere https://lasvegas.citycast.fm This holiday week, we’re revisiting our biggest stories of 2023. Already an icon on the Las Vegas skyline, the Sphere at The Venetian Resort opened on September 29, 2023 and instantly entered the international culture conversation. From the New Yorker and the Atlantic to SNL, people around the world are talking A LOT about the giant magical compendium of light and images.  Whether you’re ready to shell out hundreds for a ticket inside the Sphere, the outside is also a marvel — so what’s the best place for viewing the Sphere and maybe even snapping a shot? In this episode from September, Las Vegas photojournalist Mikayla Whitmore shares tips for viewing and photographing the Sphere with host Dayvid Figler. Check out Mikayla’s already famous featured image in Bloomberg here. We’re on social media! Follow us @CityCastVegas on Instagram. You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719. Want some more Las Vegas news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter here. Looking to advertise on City Cast Las Vegas? Check out our options for podcast and newsletter ads at citycast.fm/advertise. Tue, 26 Dec 2023 14:00:00 -0000 Best Places to Eyeball the Sphere full City Cast This holiday week, we’re revisiting our biggest stories of 2023. Already an icon on the Las Vegas skyline, the Sphere at The Venetian Resort opened on September 29, 2023 and instantly entered the international culture conversation. From the New Yorker and the Atlantic to SNL, people around the world are talking A LOT about the giant magical compendium of light and images.  Whether you’re ready to shell out hundreds for a ticket inside the Sphere, the outside is also a marvel — so what’s the best place for viewing the Sphere and maybe even snapping a shot? In this episode from September, Las Vegas photojournalist Mikayla Whitmore shares tips for viewing and photographing the Sphere with host Dayvid Figler. Check out Mikayla’s already famous featured image in Bloomberg here. We’re on social media! Follow us @CityCastVegas on Instagram. You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719. Want some more Las Vegas news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter here. Looking to advertise on City Cast Las Vegas? Check out our options for podcast and newsletter ads at citycast.fm/advertise. This holiday week, we’re revisiting our biggest stories of 2023. Already an icon on the Las Vegas skyline, the Sphere at The Venetian Resort opened on September 29, 2023 and instantly entered the international culture conversation. From the New Yorker and the Atlantic to SNL, people around the world are talking A LOT about the giant magical compendium of light and images. 


Whether you’re ready to shell out hundreds for a ticket inside the Sphere, the outside is also a marvel — so what’s the best place for viewing the Sphere and maybe even snapping a shot? In this episode from September, Las Vegas photojournalist Mikayla Whitmore shares tips for viewing and photographing the Sphere with host Dayvid Figler. Check out Mikayla’s already famous featured image in Bloomberg here.


We’re on social media! Follow us @CityCastVegas on Instagram. You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719.


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]]> 1187 2023’s Most Underrated News, Best Meals, and a Staff Announcement https://lasvegas.citycast.fm On today’s Friday New Roundup, we’re bringing you the holiday gift of joy and chaos: All 5 members of the City Cast Las Vegas team join the convo today to look back on the year together. We discuss our picks for the most underrated news stories of 2023, describe our best meals out this year, and share some big news about some changes coming up for our team. We’re on social media! Follow us @CityCastVegas on Instagram. You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719. Want some more Las Vegas news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter here. Fri, 22 Dec 2023 14:00:00 -0000 2023’s Most Underrated News, Best Meals, and a Staff Announcement full City Cast On today’s Friday New Roundup, we’re bringing you the holiday gift of joy and chaos: All 5 members of the City Cast Las Vegas team join the convo today to look back on the year together. We discuss our picks for the most underrated news stories of 2023, describe our best meals out this year, and share some big news about some changes coming up for our team. We’re on social media! Follow us @CityCastVegas on Instagram. You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719. Want some more Las Vegas news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter here. On today’s Friday New Roundup, we’re bringing you the holiday gift of joy and chaos: All 5 members of the City Cast Las Vegas team join the convo today to look back on the year together. We discuss our picks for the most underrated news stories of 2023, describe our best meals out this year, and share some big news about some changes coming up for our team.


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]]> 1740 The Best New Restaurants in Vegas This Year https://lasvegas.citycast.fm This was the year that the pandemic closures began to finally feel like a hazy memory, and the frisson of new restaurant openings once again got the PR newswires buzzing. Today, to help us cut through the noise, co-host Sarah Lohman sits down with food writers and podcasters John Curtas and Gemini Stevens. They’ve eaten basically everywhere across Vegas, and share their top picks for the best new restaurants that opened in 2023. You can follow Gemini on social media — she’s @wishboneandvine on Twitter and Instagram and on her website, wishboneandvine.com. You can hear more of Gemini on the Food and Loathing podcast. And follow John Curtas on Twitter and Instagram, and make sure to check out his list of 52 essential Vegas restaurants on his website, eatinglv.com. John also podcasts at Eat. Talk. Repeat. We’re on social media! Follow us @CityCastVegas on Instagram. You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719. Want some more Las Vegas news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter here. Places mentioned: Fine Company Naxos Taverna Basilico 1228 Main Winnie & Ethel’s Azzurra Cucina Lamoon Double Zero Pie & Pub Peter Luger Mother Wolf Thu, 21 Dec 2023 14:00:00 -0000 The Best New Restaurants in Vegas This Year full City Cast This was the year that the pandemic closures began to finally feel like a hazy memory, and the frisson of new restaurant openings once again got the PR newswires buzzing. Today, to help us cut through the noise, co-host Sarah Lohman sits down with food writers and podcasters John Curtas and Gemini Stevens. They’ve eaten basically everywhere across Vegas, and share their top picks for the best new restaurants that opened in 2023. You can follow Gemini on social media — she’s @wishboneandvine on Twitter and Instagram and on her website, wishboneandvine.com. You can hear more of Gemini on the Food and Loathing podcast. And follow John Curtas on Twitter and Instagram, and make sure to check out his list of 52 essential Vegas restaurants on his website, eatinglv.com. John also podcasts at Eat. Talk. Repeat. We’re on social media! Follow us @CityCastVegas on Instagram. You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719. Want some more Las Vegas news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter here. Places mentioned: Fine Company Naxos Taverna Basilico 1228 Main Winnie & Ethel’s Azzurra Cucina Lamoon Double Zero Pie & Pub Peter Luger Mother Wolf This was the year that the pandemic closures began to finally feel like a hazy memory, and the frisson of new restaurant openings once again got the PR newswires buzzing. Today, to help us cut through the noise, co-host Sarah Lohman sits down with food writers and podcasters John Curtas and Gemini Stevens. They’ve eaten basically everywhere across Vegas, and share their top picks for the best new restaurants that opened in 2023.


You can follow Gemini on social media — she’s @wishboneandvine on Twitter and Instagram and on her website, wishboneandvine.com. You can hear more of Gemini on the Food and Loathing podcast. And follow John Curtas on Twitter and Instagram, and make sure to check out his list of 52 essential Vegas restaurants on his website, eatinglv.com. John also podcasts at Eat. Talk. Repeat.


We’re on social media! Follow us @CityCastVegas on Instagram. You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719.


Want some more Las Vegas news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter here.


Places mentioned:

  • Fine Company
  • Naxos Taverna
  • Basilico
  • 1228 Main
  • Winnie & Ethel’s
  • Azzurra Cucina
  • Lamoon
  • Double Zero Pie & Pub
  • Peter Luger
  • Mother Wolf
]]> 1378 Who’s on Our 2023 Naughty and Nice List? https://lasvegas.citycast.fm As we all look back in 2023, we gotta ask: Who would be on your naughty and nice list in Vegas this year? Co-hosts Sarah Lohman and Dayvid Figler sit down with contributor and Nevada Current editor April Corbin Girnus to talk about the people, institutions, and forces of nature that won our admiration or approbation this year. Hint: One of them is F1. Do you think they’re in the nice or naughty column? We’re on social media! Follow us @CityCastVegas on Instagram. You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719. Want some more Las Vegas news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter here. Wed, 20 Dec 2023 14:00:00 -0000 Who’s on Our 2023 Naughty and Nice List? full City Cast As we all look back in 2023, we gotta ask: Who would be on your naughty and nice list in Vegas this year? Co-hosts Sarah Lohman and Dayvid Figler sit down with contributor and Nevada Current editor April Corbin Girnus to talk about the people, institutions, and forces of nature that won our admiration or approbation this year. Hint: One of them is F1. Do you think they’re in the nice or naughty column? We’re on social media! Follow us @CityCastVegas on Instagram. You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719. Want some more Las Vegas news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter here. As we all look back in 2023, we gotta ask: Who would be on your naughty and nice list in Vegas this year? Co-hosts Sarah Lohman and Dayvid Figler sit down with contributor and Nevada Current editor April Corbin Girnus to talk about the people, institutions, and forces of nature that won our admiration or approbation this year. Hint: One of them is F1. Do you think they’re in the nice or naughty column?


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]]> 1349 How This Year’s Two Biggest Casino Openings Stack Up https://lasvegas.citycast.fm December saw the grand opening of not just one, but TWO major casino openings in Las Vegas: The Durango, a hotly anticipated venue for locals, and the Fontainebleau, a long-awaited luxury destination for the tourist crowd. So who did it better? And did 16 years of waiting up the ante just a little too much for Fontainebleau? Today, co-host Sarah Lohman sits down with producer Layla Muhammad and co-host Dayvid Figler to compare, contrast, and sass (just a little) about the Durango vs. the Fontainebleau. We’re on social media! Follow us @CityCastVegas on Instagram. You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719. Want some more Las Vegas news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter here. Tue, 19 Dec 2023 14:00:00 -0000 How This Year’s Two Biggest Casino Openings Stack Up full City Cast December saw the grand opening of not just one, but TWO major casino openings in Las Vegas: The Durango, a hotly anticipated venue for locals, and the Fontainebleau, a long-awaited luxury destination for the tourist crowd. So who did it better? And did 16 years of waiting up the ante just a little too much for Fontainebleau? Today, co-host Sarah Lohman sits down with producer Layla Muhammad and co-host Dayvid Figler to compare, contrast, and sass (just a little) about the Durango vs. the Fontainebleau. We’re on social media! Follow us @CityCastVegas on Instagram. You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719. Want some more Las Vegas news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter here. December saw the grand opening of not just one, but TWO major casino openings in Las Vegas: The Durango, a hotly anticipated venue for locals, and the Fontainebleau, a long-awaited luxury destination for the tourist crowd. So who did it better? And did 16 years of waiting up the ante just a little too much for Fontainebleau? Today, co-host Sarah Lohman sits down with producer Layla Muhammad and co-host Dayvid Figler to compare, contrast, and sass (just a little) about the Durango vs. the Fontainebleau.


We’re on social media! Follow us @CityCastVegas on Instagram. You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719.


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]]> 1417 A Newbie’s Guide to Life in Vegas https://lasvegas.citycast.fm At the beginning of the year, it was estimated that 60,000 people would move to Las Vegas in 2023 — and while we’re still waiting on the official numbers, we know that 5,000 people moved to Vegas from L.A. in August alone. So if you’re a newbie, don’t worry — you’re not alone. Las Vegas has always been a city of newcomers. Today, we bring back an episode from January, in which co-host Dayvid Figler and executive producer Sonja Cho Swanson invite Vegas newbie Kristine Johnson to ask her burning Vegas questions: About cars, the heat, and making friends. We’re on social media! Follow us @CityCastVegas on Instagram. You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719. Want some more Las Vegas news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter here. Mon, 18 Dec 2023 14:00:00 -0000 A Newbie’s Guide to Life in Vegas full City Cast At the beginning of the year, it was estimated that 60,000 people would move to Las Vegas in 2023 — and while we’re still waiting on the official numbers, we know that 5,000 people moved to Vegas from L.A. in August alone. So if you’re a newbie, don’t worry — you’re not alone. Las Vegas has always been a city of newcomers. Today, we bring back an episode from January, in which co-host Dayvid Figler and executive producer Sonja Cho Swanson invite Vegas newbie Kristine Johnson to ask her burning Vegas questions: About cars, the heat, and making friends. We’re on social media! Follow us @CityCastVegas on Instagram. You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719. Want some more Las Vegas news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter here. At the beginning of the year, it was estimated that 60,000 people would move to Las Vegas in 2023 — and while we’re still waiting on the official numbers, we know that 5,000 people moved to Vegas from L.A. in August alone. So if you’re a newbie, don’t worry — you’re not alone. Las Vegas has always been a city of newcomers. Today, we bring back an episode from January, in which co-host Dayvid Figler and executive producer Sonja Cho Swanson invite Vegas newbie Kristine Johnson to ask her burning Vegas questions: About cars, the heat, and making friends.


We’re on social media! Follow us @CityCastVegas on Instagram. You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719.


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]]> 1206 BONUS: Dayvid Meets Matt and Mattingly and (Kinda Sorta) Nic Cage https://lasvegas.citycast.fm/podcasts Our friends over at Matt and Mattingly’s Ice Cream Social recently hosted our very own Dayvid Figler on their comedy podcast. Dayvid talks about highlights and behind-the-scenes from City Cast, and why his dream guest is Nicholas Cage. We’re delighted to share an excerpt from this fun conversation with you — for the full episode, head over to heyscoops.com. We’re on social media! Follow us @CityCastVegas on Instagram. You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719. Want some more Las Vegas news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter here. Sat, 16 Dec 2023 14:00:00 -0000 BONUS: Dayvid Meets Matt and Mattingly and (Kinda Sorta) Nic Cage full City Cast Our friends over at Matt and Mattingly’s Ice Cream Social recently hosted our very own Dayvid Figler on their comedy podcast. Dayvid talks about highlights and behind-the-scenes from City Cast, and why his dream guest is Nicholas Cage. We’re delighted to share an excerpt from this fun conversation with you — for the full episode, head over to heyscoops.com. We’re on social media! Follow us @CityCastVegas on Instagram. You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719. Want some more Las Vegas news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter here. Our friends over at Matt and Mattingly’s Ice Cream Social recently hosted our very own Dayvid Figler on their comedy podcast. Dayvid talks about highlights and behind-the-scenes from City Cast, and why his dream guest is Nicholas Cage. We’re delighted to share an excerpt from this fun conversation with you — for the full episode, head over to heyscoops.com.


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]]> 3218 Tesla Recall, Pets in Crisis, and the 702 vs. 725 Debate https://lasvegas.citycast.fm/podcasts The recall of 2 million Teslas this week for problems with the autopilot software was months in the making — but it’s got us thinking in Las Vegas: What does this mean for the Las Vegas Loop? On today’s Friday news roundup, co-hosts Sarah Lohman and Dayvid Figler sit down with contributor Andrew Kiraly to break down why the vehicles were recalled, and what it says about Elon Musk’s Boring Co. ambitions. Next up, the beleaguered Animal Foundation gets new funding (and apparently more oversight) at the same time that a puppy sale ban goes into effect — could this be a turning point for our pets in crisis? And lastly, with the 25th anniversary of the 775 area code this week, and the 10th anniversary of 725 taking place next year, we ask, only half-tongue-in-cheek: What kind of cachet does an OG 702 number carry? We’re on social media! Follow us @CityCastVegas on Instagram. You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719. Want some more Las Vegas news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter here. Fri, 15 Dec 2023 14:00:00 -0000 Tesla Recall, Pets in Crisis, and the 702 vs. 725 Debate full City Cast The recall of 2 million Teslas this week for problems with the autopilot software was months in the making — but it’s got us thinking in Las Vegas: What does this mean for the Las Vegas Loop? On today’s Friday news roundup, co-hosts Sarah Lohman and Dayvid Figler sit down with contributor Andrew Kiraly to break down why the vehicles were recalled, and what it says about Elon Musk’s Boring Co. ambitions. Next up, the beleaguered Animal Foundation gets new funding (and apparently more oversight) at the same time that a puppy sale ban goes into effect — could this be a turning point for our pets in crisis? And lastly, with the 25th anniversary of the 775 area code this week, and the 10th anniversary of 725 taking place next year, we ask, only half-tongue-in-cheek: What kind of cachet does an OG 702 number carry? We’re on social media! Follow us @CityCastVegas on Instagram. You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719. Want some more Las Vegas news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter here. The recall of 2 million Teslas this week for problems with the autopilot software was months in the making — but it’s got us thinking in Las Vegas: What does this mean for the Las Vegas Loop? On today’s Friday news roundup, co-hosts Sarah Lohman and Dayvid Figler sit down with contributor Andrew Kiraly to break down why the vehicles were recalled, and what it says about Elon Musk’s Boring Co. ambitions. Next up, the beleaguered Animal Foundation gets new funding (and apparently more oversight) at the same time that a puppy sale ban goes into effect — could this be a turning point for our pets in crisis? And lastly, with the 25th anniversary of the 775 area code this week, and the 10th anniversary of 725 taking place next year, we ask, only half-tongue-in-cheek: What kind of cachet does an OG 702 number carry?


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]]> 2026 ​​The Surprising History of an Iconic (and Edible) Tree in Las Vegas https://lasvegas.citycast.fm/podcasts A lot of us locals love to hate on palm trees in our landscaping — but did you know that they can produce edible fruit? Phoenix dactylifera, the date palm, produces those brown, wrinkly, caramel-flavored fruits that show up in Christmas cakes, Ramadan tables, and the date shakes you always see advertised along the I-15. So today, our co-hosts, Dayvid Figler and Sarah Lohman, a food historian and author of the book Endangered Eating, sit down to talk about the date palm’s winding road from the Middle East to the Mojave, how an Indigenous couple in Nevada saved the Medjool date from extinction, and why the palm-hate isn’t entirely warranted. A special bonus for our listeners — Sarah is sharing two date recipes from her book:  Date recipes from Sarah’s book We’re on social media! Follow us @CityCastVegas on Instagram. You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719. Want some more Las Vegas news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter here. Interested in advertising on City Cast? Learn more here. Thu, 14 Dec 2023 14:00:00 -0000 ​​The Surprising History of an Iconic (and Edible) Tree in Las Vegas full City Cast A lot of us locals love to hate on palm trees in our landscaping — but did you know that they can produce edible fruit? Phoenix dactylifera, the date palm, produces those brown, wrinkly, caramel-flavored fruits that show up in Christmas cakes, Ramadan tables, and the date shakes you always see advertised along the I-15. So today, our co-hosts, Dayvid Figler and Sarah Lohman, a food historian and author of the book Endangered Eating, sit down to talk about the date palm’s winding road from the Middle East to the Mojave, how an Indigenous couple in Nevada saved the Medjool date from extinction, and why the palm-hate isn’t entirely warranted. A special bonus for our listeners — Sarah is sharing two date recipes from her book:  Date recipes from Sarah’s book We’re on social media! Follow us @CityCastVegas on Instagram. You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719. Want some more Las Vegas news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter here. Interested in advertising on City Cast? Learn more here. A lot of us locals love to hate on palm trees in our landscaping — but did you know that they can produce edible fruit? Phoenix dactylifera, the date palm, produces those brown, wrinkly, caramel-flavored fruits that show up in Christmas cakes, Ramadan tables, and the date shakes you always see advertised along the I-15. So today, our co-hosts, Dayvid Figler and Sarah Lohman, a food historian and author of the book Endangered Eating, sit down to talk about the date palm’s winding road from the Middle East to the Mojave, how an Indigenous couple in Nevada saved the Medjool date from extinction, and why the palm-hate isn’t entirely warranted.


A special bonus for our listeners — Sarah is sharing two date recipes from her book: 

Date recipes from Sarah’s book


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]]> 1279 How to Be a Good Vegas Tourist, According to Locals https://lasvegas.citycast.fm Our city has 2.3 million residents but 38 million visitors annually, so it’s no surprise that locals have a love-hate relationship with tourists. After all, what happens in Vegas, stays in Vegas — but so do we. Today, co-hosts Dayvid Figler and Sarah Lohman welcome artist, podcaster and lifelong Las Vegan Justin Favela, AKA Favy Fav, to discuss our new rules for tourists: How to actually do Vegas right, and do right by Las Vegas. Don’t forget to check out the new season of Justin’s podcast “The Art People Podcast,” if you haven’t already. It’s the podcast about Art, people! What did we get right about tourists — and what rules would you add? Let us know: We’re @CityCastVegas on Instagram and lasvegas@citycast.fm on email. You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719. Want some more Las Vegas news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter here. Wed, 13 Dec 2023 14:00:00 -0000 How to Be a Good Vegas Tourist, According to Locals full City Cast Our city has 2.3 million residents but 38 million visitors annually, so it’s no surprise that locals have a love-hate relationship with tourists. After all, what happens in Vegas, stays in Vegas — but so do we. Today, co-hosts Dayvid Figler and Sarah Lohman welcome artist, podcaster and lifelong Las Vegan Justin Favela, AKA Favy Fav, to discuss our new rules for tourists: How to actually do Vegas right, and do right by Las Vegas. Don’t forget to check out the new season of Justin’s podcast “The Art People Podcast,” if you haven’t already. It’s the podcast about Art, people! What did we get right about tourists — and what rules would you add? Let us know: We’re @CityCastVegas on Instagram and lasvegas@citycast.fm on email. You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719. Want some more Las Vegas news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter here. Our city has 2.3 million residents but 38 million visitors annually, so it’s no surprise that locals have a love-hate relationship with tourists. After all, what happens in Vegas, stays in Vegas — but so do we. Today, co-hosts Dayvid Figler and Sarah Lohman welcome artist, podcaster and lifelong Las Vegan Justin Favela, AKA Favy Fav, to discuss our new rules for tourists: How to actually do Vegas right, and do right by Las Vegas.


Don’t forget to check out the new season of Justin’s podcast “The Art People Podcast,” if you haven’t already. It’s the podcast about Art, people!


What did we get right about tourists — and what rules would you add? Let us know: We’re @CityCastVegas on Instagram and lasvegas@citycast.fm on email. You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719.


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]]> 1380 What Really Happens Inside Culinary Union Negotiations https://lasvegas.citycast.fm The Culinary Union’s recent contract negotiations with the “Big Three” casino companies on the Strip were by all accounts historic. So what exactly did they win — and how? Today, co-host Dayvid Figler sits down with Culinary 226 Secretary-Treasurer Ted Pappageorge to discuss the inner workings of those negotiations. Why do they last until 6am, who has to pay for the food, and was it all (as some commentators have suggested) for show? Plus, Dayvid and Ted get into a spirited conversation about Culinary’s arrest tactics, and look ahead at what’s next for Nevada’s biggest union. We’re on social media! Follow us @CityCastVegas on Instagram. You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719. Want some more Las Vegas news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter here. Tue, 12 Dec 2023 14:00:00 -0000 What Really Happens Inside Culinary Union Negotiations full City Cast The Culinary Union’s recent contract negotiations with the “Big Three” casino companies on the Strip were by all accounts historic. So what exactly did they win — and how? Today, co-host Dayvid Figler sits down with Culinary 226 Secretary-Treasurer Ted Pappageorge to discuss the inner workings of those negotiations. Why do they last until 6am, who has to pay for the food, and was it all (as some commentators have suggested) for show? Plus, Dayvid and Ted get into a spirited conversation about Culinary’s arrest tactics, and look ahead at what’s next for Nevada’s biggest union. We’re on social media! Follow us @CityCastVegas on Instagram. You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719. Want some more Las Vegas news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter here. The Culinary Union’s recent contract negotiations with the “Big Three” casino companies on the Strip were by all accounts historic. So what exactly did they win — and how? Today, co-host Dayvid Figler sits down with Culinary 226 Secretary-Treasurer Ted Pappageorge to discuss the inner workings of those negotiations. Why do they last until 6am, who has to pay for the food, and was it all (as some commentators have suggested) for show? Plus, Dayvid and Ted get into a spirited conversation about Culinary’s arrest tactics, and look ahead at what’s next for Nevada’s biggest union.


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]]> 1420 A Very Vegas Holiday Gift Guide https://lasvegas.citycast.fm/podcasts Looking for gift ideas? City Cast Las Vegas’ producers Layla Muhammad and Sonja Swanson have you covered with recommendations on what to get teenagers and that quirky friend, as well as thoughtful but inexpensive gifts and more!  Local recommendations mentioned: Writer’s Block  Tat Bar  Solection  Death Drop Roller Skate Shop  Antique Alley Mall Akin Cooperative The Phone Booth  Best of Luck Designs  Vogue’s Sip & Pour Memori.ES702 Arte Museum  Snacks from around the world: Rani’s World Market on Sahara, Melkam Market on Decatur & Flamingo, Ron’s Armenian/Russian on Fort Apache & 215, and Nakata Market on Sahara & Rainbow Anna See  LV Plant Collective  Silver Post  Market in the Alley on Dec. 17th Gaia Flowers  Cactus Joe’s We’re on social media! Follow us @CityCastVegas on Instagram. You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719. Want some more Las Vegas news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter here. Mon, 11 Dec 2023 14:00:00 -0000 A Very Vegas Holiday Gift Guide full City Cast Looking for gift ideas? City Cast Las Vegas’ producers Layla Muhammad and Sonja Swanson have you covered with recommendations on what to get teenagers and that quirky friend, as well as thoughtful but inexpensive gifts and more!  Local recommendations mentioned: Writer’s Block  Tat Bar  Solection  Death Drop Roller Skate Shop  Antique Alley Mall Akin Cooperative The Phone Booth  Best of Luck Designs  Vogue’s Sip & Pour Memori.ES702 Arte Museum  Snacks from around the world: Rani’s World Market on Sahara, Melkam Market on Decatur & Flamingo, Ron’s Armenian/Russian on Fort Apache & 215, and Nakata Market on Sahara & Rainbow Anna See  LV Plant Collective  Silver Post  Market in the Alley on Dec. 17th Gaia Flowers  Cactus Joe’s We’re on social media! Follow us @CityCastVegas on Instagram. You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719. Want some more Las Vegas news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter here. Looking for gift ideas? City Cast Las Vegas’ producers Layla Muhammad and Sonja Swanson have you covered with recommendations on what to get teenagers and that quirky friend, as well as thoughtful but inexpensive gifts and more! 

Local recommendations mentioned:

Writer’s Block 

Tat Bar 

Solection 

Death Drop Roller Skate Shop 

Antique Alley Mall

Akin Cooperative

The Phone Booth 

Best of Luck Designs 

Vogue’s Sip & Pour

Memori.ES702

Arte Museum 

Snacks from around the world: Rani’s World Market on Sahara, Melkam Market on Decatur & Flamingo, Ron’s Armenian/Russian on Fort Apache & 215, and Nakata Market on Sahara & Rainbow

Anna See 

LV Plant Collective 

Silver Post 

Market in the Alley on Dec. 17th

Gaia Flowers 

Cactus Joe’s


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]]> 1258 Gun Violence at UNLV and Homeless Encampment, and Fake Electors Indicted https://lasvegas.citycast.fm/ It’s been a heavy week of news in Las Vegas, and our thoughts are with the victims of both recent mass shootings and their loved ones. The first happened last Friday, December 1st at a homeless encampment near Charleston Boulevard and Sandhill Road that saw four injured and one killed. The second at the University of Nevada, Las Vegas on Wednesday left 3 faculty members killed and one injured, currently in life-threatening condition. And on Wednesday, six Pro-Trump fake electors were indicted by a Nevada grand jury for pledging Nevada’s electoral votes to Trump, despite lacking the authority to do so. Co-host Dayvid Figler is joined by executive producer Sonja Cho Swanson and Nevada Current reporter April Corbin Girnus to share what we know so far about these developing stories, as of Thursday afternoon. An update: Since recording this episode on Thursday afternoon, we’ve learned more about the alleged shooter, including the fact that he sent 22 letters to faculty in both Nevada and North Carolina, and left a document "similar to a last will and testament" in his Henderson residence. Per LVMPD: "If anyone has any information or was at Beam Hall on Dec. 6th you are urged to contact the homicide section at 702-828-3521 or by email at homicide@lvmpd.com." We’re on social media: Follow us @CityCastVegas on Instagram. You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719. Want some more Las Vegas news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter here. Fri, 08 Dec 2023 14:00:00 -0000 Gun Violence at UNLV and Homeless Encampment, and Fake Electors Indicted full City Cast It’s been a heavy week of news in Las Vegas, and our thoughts are with the victims of both recent mass shootings and their loved ones. The first happened last Friday, December 1st at a homeless encampment near Charleston Boulevard and Sandhill Road that saw four injured and one killed. The second at the University of Nevada, Las Vegas on Wednesday left 3 faculty members killed and one injured, currently in life-threatening condition. And on Wednesday, six Pro-Trump fake electors were indicted by a Nevada grand jury for pledging Nevada’s electoral votes to Trump, despite lacking the authority to do so. Co-host Dayvid Figler is joined by executive producer Sonja Cho Swanson and Nevada Current reporter April Corbin Girnus to share what we know so far about these developing stories, as of Thursday afternoon. An update: Since recording this episode on Thursday afternoon, we’ve learned more about the alleged shooter, including the fact that he sent 22 letters to faculty in both Nevada and North Carolina, and left a document "similar to a last will and testament" in his Henderson residence. Per LVMPD: "If anyone has any information or was at Beam Hall on Dec. 6th you are urged to contact the homicide section at 702-828-3521 or by email at homicide@lvmpd.com." We’re on social media: Follow us @CityCastVegas on Instagram. You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719. Want some more Las Vegas news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter here. It’s been a heavy week of news in Las Vegas, and our thoughts are with the victims of both recent mass shootings and their loved ones. The first happened last Friday, December 1st at a homeless encampment near Charleston Boulevard and Sandhill Road that saw four injured and one killed. The second at the University of Nevada, Las Vegas on Wednesday left 3 faculty members killed and one injured, currently in life-threatening condition. And on Wednesday, six Pro-Trump fake electors were indicted by a Nevada grand jury for pledging Nevada’s electoral votes to Trump, despite lacking the authority to do so. Co-host Dayvid Figler is joined by executive producer Sonja Cho Swanson and Nevada Current reporter April Corbin Girnus to share what we know so far about these developing stories, as of Thursday afternoon.


An update: Since recording this episode on Thursday afternoon, we’ve learned more about the alleged shooter, including the fact that he sent 22 letters to faculty in both Nevada and North Carolina, and left a document "similar to a last will and testament" in his Henderson residence. Per LVMPD: "If anyone has any information or was at Beam Hall on Dec. 6th you are urged to contact the homicide section at 702-828-3521 or by email at homicide@lvmpd.com."


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]]> 1650 What We Know About the Shooting at UNLV https://lasvegas.citycast.fm/podcasts On Wednesday morning, a mass shooting at the University of Nevada, Las Vegas saw three people and the shooter confirmed dead along with another victim hospitalized. Executive Producer Sonja Cho Swanson, Producer Layla Muhammad and co-host Dayvid Figler take a measured look at how our city responds when public shootings occur, and relay stories of the confusion and chaos that unfolded hour by hour earlier in the day. We also assess law enforcement’s press conferences, and why the community needs real data as quickly as possible. One quick update to this rapidly-evolving story: More details have emerged about the shooting suspect, who some sources say was a professor from North Carolina who had recently been turned down for a job at UNLV. Student Counseling & Psychological Services are providing crisis support services to students both in-person and via telehealth. Please contact 702-895-3627 or caps@unlv.edu to access support services. We’re on social media. Follow us @CityCastVegas on Instagram. You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719. Want some more Las Vegas news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter here. Thu, 07 Dec 2023 05:49:31 -0000 What We Know About the Shooting at UNLV full City Cast On Wednesday morning, a mass shooting at the University of Nevada, Las Vegas saw three people and the shooter confirmed dead along with another victim hospitalized. Executive Producer Sonja Cho Swanson, Producer Layla Muhammad and co-host Dayvid Figler take a measured look at how our city responds when public shootings occur, and relay stories of the confusion and chaos that unfolded hour by hour earlier in the day. We also assess law enforcement’s press conferences, and why the community needs real data as quickly as possible. One quick update to this rapidly-evolving story: More details have emerged about the shooting suspect, who some sources say was a professor from North Carolina who had recently been turned down for a job at UNLV. Student Counseling & Psychological Services are providing crisis support services to students both in-person and via telehealth. Please contact 702-895-3627 or caps@unlv.edu to access support services. We’re on social media. Follow us @CityCastVegas on Instagram. You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719. Want some more Las Vegas news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter here. On Wednesday morning, a mass shooting at the University of Nevada, Las Vegas saw three people and the shooter confirmed dead along with another victim hospitalized. Executive Producer Sonja Cho Swanson, Producer Layla Muhammad and co-host Dayvid Figler take a measured look at how our city responds when public shootings occur, and relay stories of the confusion and chaos that unfolded hour by hour earlier in the day. We also assess law enforcement’s press conferences, and why the community needs real data as quickly as possible.


One quick update to this rapidly-evolving story: More details have emerged about the shooting suspect, who some sources say was a professor from North Carolina who had recently been turned down for a job at UNLV.


Student Counseling & Psychological Services are providing crisis support services to students both in-person and via telehealth. Please contact 702-895-3627 or caps@unlv.edu to access support services.


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]]> 1399 no Your Guide to Shows at the Sphere https://lasvegas.citycast.fm/podcasts The hype around the Sphere has been endless — and by all accounts, seeing a show at the Sphere is actually pretty mind-blowing. But how do you get the most out of your Sphere experience, and are those hefty ticket prices worth it? To find out, we sent producer Layla Muhammad to see the immersive Aronofsky film "Postcard from Earth" at the Sphere. She debriefs with co-host Sarah Lohman, and they talk about how to get the best seats, where to find the best food, and just how creepy the robots in the lobby are (spoiler: very). We’re on social media! Follow us @CityCastVegas on Instagram. You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719. Want some more Las Vegas news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter here. Wed, 06 Dec 2023 14:00:00 -0000 Your Guide to Shows at the Sphere full City Cast The hype around the Sphere has been endless — and by all accounts, seeing a show at the Sphere is actually pretty mind-blowing. But how do you get the most out of your Sphere experience, and are those hefty ticket prices worth it? To find out, we sent producer Layla Muhammad to see the immersive Aronofsky film "Postcard from Earth" at the Sphere. She debriefs with co-host Sarah Lohman, and they talk about how to get the best seats, where to find the best food, and just how creepy the robots in the lobby are (spoiler: very). We’re on social media! Follow us @CityCastVegas on Instagram. You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719. Want some more Las Vegas news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter here. The hype around the Sphere has been endless — and by all accounts, seeing a show at the Sphere is actually pretty mind-blowing. But how do you get the most out of your Sphere experience, and are those hefty ticket prices worth it? To find out, we sent producer Layla Muhammad to see the immersive Aronofsky film "Postcard from Earth" at the Sphere. She debriefs with co-host Sarah Lohman, and they talk about how to get the best seats, where to find the best food, and just how creepy the robots in the lobby are (spoiler: very).


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]]> 1234 An Insider's Guide to the Amargosa Valley https://lasvegas.citycast.fm About an hour away from Las Vegas on the south Nevada/California border sits the Amargosa Valley. Named for the Amargosa River, the area made headlines earlier this year concerning lithium mining efforts in the Ash Meadows National Wildlife Refuge. Now, according to Amargosa Conservancy executive director Mason Voehl, is the best time to see the basin that offers a variety of attractions and natural wonders. From sand dunes to hot springs, a date farm to an opera house, Voehl tells co-host Sarah Lohman why visiting the Amargosa is essential for Las Vegans. Places mentioned in this episode: Ash Meadows National Wildlife Refuge China Ranch Date Farm Big Dune Amargosa Opera House Tecopa Hot Springs Shoshone Inn The Crowbar Cafe & Saloon We’re on social media! Follow us @CityCastVegas on Instagram. You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719. Want some more Las Vegas news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter here. Tue, 05 Dec 2023 14:00:00 -0000 An Insider's Guide to Amargosa Valley full City Cast About an hour away from Las Vegas on the south Nevada/California border sits the Amargosa Valley. Named for the Amargosa River, the area made headlines earlier this year concerning lithium mining efforts in the Ash Meadows National Wildlife Refuge. Now, according to Amargosa Conservancy executive director Mason Voehl, is the best time to see the basin that offers a variety of attractions and natural wonders. From sand dunes to hot springs, a date farm to an opera house, Voehl tells co-host Sarah Lohman why visiting the Amargosa is essential for Las Vegans. Places mentioned in this episode: Ash Meadows National Wildlife Refuge China Ranch Date Farm Big Dune Amargosa Opera House Tecopa Hot Springs Shoshone Inn The Crowbar Cafe & Saloon We’re on social media! Follow us @CityCastVegas on Instagram. You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719. Want some more Las Vegas news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter here. About an hour away from Las Vegas on the south Nevada/California border sits the Amargosa Valley. Named for the Amargosa River, the area made headlines earlier this year concerning lithium mining efforts in the Ash Meadows National Wildlife Refuge. Now, according to Amargosa Conservancy executive director Mason Voehl, is the best time to see the basin that offers a variety of attractions and natural wonders. From sand dunes to hot springs, a date farm to an opera house, Voehl tells co-host Sarah Lohman why visiting the Amargosa is essential for Las Vegans.


Places mentioned in this episode:

Ash Meadows National Wildlife Refuge

China Ranch Date Farm

Big Dune

Amargosa Opera House

Tecopa Hot Springs

Shoshone Inn

The Crowbar Cafe & Saloon


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]]> 1434 Is Vegas Still a 24-Hour City? https://lasvegas.citycast.fm Forget New York — Las Vegas is the real city that never sleeps. Our city has a higher percentage of night-shift workers than any other city in the country. But while our bars, restaurants, and grocery stores once catered to both the graveyard shift and sleepless tourists with round-the-clock service, 24-hour venues are getting harder and harder to find. Co-host Dayvid Figler and contributor Brent Holmes, both lifelong Las Vegans who grew up with graveyard shift parents, share their favorite witching hour stories, debate whether we can still call Vegas a 24-hour town, and shout out their favorite 24-hour spots that are still clocking in at all hours. We’re on social media! Follow us @CityCastVegas on Instagram. You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719. Want some more Las Vegas news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter here. Mon, 04 Dec 2023 14:00:00 -0000 Is Vegas Still a 24-Hour City? full City Cast Forget New York — Las Vegas is the real city that never sleeps. Our city has a higher percentage of night-shift workers than any other city in the country. But while our bars, restaurants, and grocery stores once catered to both the graveyard shift and sleepless tourists with round-the-clock service, 24-hour venues are getting harder and harder to find. Co-host Dayvid Figler and contributor Brent Holmes, both lifelong Las Vegans who grew up with graveyard shift parents, share their favorite witching hour stories, debate whether we can still call Vegas a 24-hour town, and shout out their favorite 24-hour spots that are still clocking in at all hours. We’re on social media! Follow us @CityCastVegas on Instagram. You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719. Want some more Las Vegas news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter here. Forget New York — Las Vegas is the real city that never sleeps. Our city has a higher percentage of night-shift workers than any other city in the country. But while our bars, restaurants, and grocery stores once catered to both the graveyard shift and sleepless tourists with round-the-clock service, 24-hour venues are getting harder and harder to find. Co-host Dayvid Figler and contributor Brent Holmes, both lifelong Las Vegans who grew up with graveyard shift parents, share their favorite witching hour stories, debate whether we can still call Vegas a 24-hour town, and shout out their favorite 24-hour spots that are still clocking in at all hours.


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]]> 1291 The London Sphere, the Adelson-Mavs Deal, and a Vegas-Scented Candle https://lasvegas.citycast.fm So it turns out that the London Sphere might still have a chance after all: the UK “Secretary of Leveling Up” is requesting another look at the plans. As residents with front-row seats to the Sphere spectacle, we discuss: Who’s making the right call here? And do we want Vegas to keep the only MSG Sphere in the world? Co-host Dayvid Figler sits down with contributor Vogue Robinson and executive producer Sonja Cho Swanson to talk about the week in news. We also discuss Dr. Miriam Adelson’s sale of $2 billion in Sands stock to help fund her purchase of the Dallas Mavericks (and what that means for both Las Vegas and Texas). And finally, we discuss a head-scratcher of a press-release (Las Vegas is apparently the 15th best city for candle-lovers?) and what our line of Vegas-scented candles would smell like. We’re on social media! Follow us @CityCastVegas on Instagram. You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719. Want some more Las Vegas news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter here. Fri, 01 Dec 2023 14:00:00 -0000 The London Sphere, the Adelson-Mavs Deal, and a Vegas-Scented Candle full City Cast So it turns out that the London Sphere might still have a chance after all: the UK “Secretary of Leveling Up” is requesting another look at the plans. As residents with front-row seats to the Sphere spectacle, we discuss: Who’s making the right call here? And do we want Vegas to keep the only MSG Sphere in the world? Co-host Dayvid Figler sits down with contributor Vogue Robinson and executive producer Sonja Cho Swanson to talk about the week in news. We also discuss Dr. Miriam Adelson’s sale of $2 billion in Sands stock to help fund her purchase of the Dallas Mavericks (and what that means for both Las Vegas and Texas). And finally, we discuss a head-scratcher of a press-release (Las Vegas is apparently the 15th best city for candle-lovers?) and what our line of Vegas-scented candles would smell like. We’re on social media! Follow us @CityCastVegas on Instagram. You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719. Want some more Las Vegas news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter here. So it turns out that the London Sphere might still have a chance after all: the UK “Secretary of Leveling Up” is requesting another look at the plans. As residents with front-row seats to the Sphere spectacle, we discuss: Who’s making the right call here? And do we want Vegas to keep the only MSG Sphere in the world? Co-host Dayvid Figler sits down with contributor Vogue Robinson and executive producer Sonja Cho Swanson to talk about the week in news. We also discuss Dr. Miriam Adelson’s sale of $2 billion in Sands stock to help fund her purchase of the Dallas Mavericks (and what that means for both Las Vegas and Texas). And finally, we discuss a head-scratcher of a press-release (Las Vegas is apparently the 15th best city for candle-lovers?) and what our line of Vegas-scented candles would smell like.


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]]> 1705 Vegas Food Challenges Ranked by a Competitive Eater https://lasvegas.citycast.fm When someone asks about the “quintessential” Las Vegas dining experience, you might say the buffets or high-end restaurants on the Boulevard. But in a conversation from this summer, internationally ranked competitive eater and local Derek Hendrickson tells co-host Dayvid Figler why “there’s nothing more Vegas” than a food challenge. So if you are looking for an activity to do with your holiday visitors or wanting to test your own limits, Derek ranks the top food challenges in Vegas and shares some tips on how to clean your ridiculously large plate. We’re on social media! Follow us @CityCastVegas on Instagram. You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719. Want some more Las Vegas news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter here. Thu, 30 Nov 2023 14:00:00 -0000 Vegas Food Challenges Ranked by a Competitive Eater full City Cast When someone asks about the “quintessential” Las Vegas dining experience, you might say the buffets or high-end restaurants on the Boulevard. But in a conversation from this summer, internationally ranked competitive eater and local Derek Hendrickson tells co-host Dayvid Figler why “there’s nothing more Vegas” than a food challenge. So if you are looking for an activity to do with your holiday visitors or wanting to test your own limits, Derek ranks the top food challenges in Vegas and shares some tips on how to clean your ridiculously large plate. We’re on social media! Follow us @CityCastVegas on Instagram. You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719. Want some more Las Vegas news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter here. When someone asks about the “quintessential” Las Vegas dining experience, you might say the buffets or high-end restaurants on the Boulevard. But in a conversation from this summer, internationally ranked competitive eater and local Derek Hendrickson tells co-host Dayvid Figler why “there’s nothing more Vegas” than a food challenge. So if you are looking for an activity to do with your holiday visitors or wanting to test your own limits, Derek ranks the top food challenges in Vegas and shares some tips on how to clean your ridiculously large plate.


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]]> 1395 How F1 Can Do Better, Per the Plaza CEO https://lasvegas.citycast.fm The dust around our city’s very first Formula 1 Grand Prix has settled, and the countdown clock for next year’s F1 has begun (359 days, to be exact). But what lessons can we learn from both the spectacle and the debacle of this year’s event? Co-host Dayvid Figler sits down with Jonathan Jossel, CEO of the Plaza Hotel and Casino, which sits outside the F1 loop. They have a frank conversation about both the upsides and the downsides of F1, who this year’s event mainly benefitted, and how F1 can do better next year. You can hear more from Jonathan on his podcast, On The Corner Of Main Street. We’re on social media! Follow us @CityCastVegas on Instagram. You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719. Want some more Las Vegas news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter here. Wed, 29 Nov 2023 14:00:00 -0000 How F1 Can Do Better, Per the Plaza CEO full City Cast The dust around our city’s very first Formula 1 Grand Prix has settled, and the countdown clock for next year’s F1 has begun (359 days, to be exact). But what lessons can we learn from both the spectacle and the debacle of this year’s event? Co-host Dayvid Figler sits down with Jonathan Jossel, CEO of the Plaza Hotel and Casino, which sits outside the F1 loop. They have a frank conversation about both the upsides and the downsides of F1, who this year’s event mainly benefitted, and how F1 can do better next year. You can hear more from Jonathan on his podcast, On The Corner Of Main Street. We’re on social media! Follow us @CityCastVegas on Instagram. You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719. Want some more Las Vegas news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter here. The dust around our city’s very first Formula 1 Grand Prix has settled, and the countdown clock for next year’s F1 has begun (359 days, to be exact). But what lessons can we learn from both the spectacle and the debacle of this year’s event? Co-host Dayvid Figler sits down with Jonathan Jossel, CEO of the Plaza Hotel and Casino, which sits outside the F1 loop. They have a frank conversation about both the upsides and the downsides of F1, who this year’s event mainly benefitted, and how F1 can do better next year.


You can hear more from Jonathan on his podcast, On The Corner Of Main Street.


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]]> 1227 Your Guide to December in Vegas https://lasvegas.citycast.fm/ December is crammed full of festive gatherings, holiday events, and entertainment catering to both locals and the holiday tourist crowd. To help us sort through the noise, writer Eric Duran-Valle from TheList.Vegas sits down with co-host Sarah Lohman to talk about the events, eateries, and outdoor must-sees that he’s most excited about this month. Event recs: Dec. 7-16: Cowboy Christmas at Las Vegas Convention Center (link) Dec. 8: N8NOFACE at The Usual Place (link) Dec. 10: TubaChristmas at Town Square (link) Dec. 16 & 29: Marc Rebillet at Brooklyn Bowl (link) Dec. 17: Solstice celebration at Henderson Bird Viewing Preserve (link) Now - Dec. 20: North Pole Express in Boulder City (link) Now - March 30, 2024: Pink Floyd Anniversary Show at CSN Planetarium (link) Places to go: Step Ladder Loop (hike) Raintree (hike) Fletcher Canyon (hike) Valley of Fire (hike) Fortification Hill (hike) Winnie & Ethel’s Downtown Diner (restaurant) Little Avalon (cafe) Check out these events and more on thelist.vegas! We’re on social media! Follow us @CityCastVegas on Instagram. You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719. Want some more Las Vegas news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter here. Tue, 28 Nov 2023 14:00:00 -0000 Your Guide to December in Vegas full City Cast December is crammed full of festive gatherings, holiday events, and entertainment catering to both locals and the holiday tourist crowd. To help us sort through the noise, writer Eric Duran-Valle from TheList.Vegas sits down with co-host Sarah Lohman to talk about the events, eateries, and outdoor must-sees that he’s most excited about this month. Event recs: Dec. 7-16: Cowboy Christmas at Las Vegas Convention Center (link) Dec. 8: N8NOFACE at The Usual Place (link) Dec. 10: TubaChristmas at Town Square (link) Dec. 16 & 29: Marc Rebillet at Brooklyn Bowl (link) Dec. 17: Solstice celebration at Henderson Bird Viewing Preserve (link) Now - Dec. 20: North Pole Express in Boulder City (link) Now - March 30, 2024: Pink Floyd Anniversary Show at CSN Planetarium (link) Places to go: Step Ladder Loop (hike) Raintree (hike) Fletcher Canyon (hike) Valley of Fire (hike) Fortification Hill (hike) Winnie & Ethel’s Downtown Diner (restaurant) Little Avalon (cafe) Check out these events and more on thelist.vegas! We’re on social media! Follow us @CityCastVegas on Instagram. You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719. Want some more Las Vegas news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter here. December is crammed full of festive gatherings, holiday events, and entertainment catering to both locals and the holiday tourist crowd. To help us sort through the noise, writer Eric Duran-Valle from TheList.Vegas sits down with co-host Sarah Lohman to talk about the events, eateries, and outdoor must-sees that he’s most excited about this month.


Event recs:

Dec. 7-16: Cowboy Christmas at Las Vegas Convention Center (link)

Dec. 8: N8NOFACE at The Usual Place (link)

Dec. 10: TubaChristmas at Town Square (link)

Dec. 16 & 29: Marc Rebillet at Brooklyn Bowl (link)

Dec. 17: Solstice celebration at Henderson Bird Viewing Preserve (link)

Now - Dec. 20: North Pole Express in Boulder City (link)

Now - March 30, 2024: Pink Floyd Anniversary Show at CSN Planetarium (link)


Places to go:

Step Ladder Loop (hike)

Raintree (hike)

Fletcher Canyon (hike)

Valley of Fire (hike)

Fortification Hill (hike)

Winnie & Ethel’s Downtown Diner (restaurant)

Little Avalon (cafe)


Check out these events and more on thelist.vegas!


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]]> 1373 Do These Vegas Icons Deserve 1-Star Reviews? https://lasvegas.citycast.fm/ Las Vegas might be the tourist capital of the world, but not everyone comes away happy. So executive producer Sonja Cho Swanson collected some of the most extreme 1-star reviews from disgruntled visitors and today, co-hosts Dayvid Figler and Sarah Lohman go head to head in a quiz game show. Can you guess which iconic Vegas attractions these 1-star reviews describe? We’re on social media! Follow us @CityCastVegas on Instagram. You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719. Want some more Las Vegas news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter, Hey Las Vegas, here. Mon, 27 Nov 2023 14:00:00 -0000 Do These Vegas Icons Deserve 1-Star Reviews? full City Cast Las Vegas might be the tourist capital of the world, but not everyone comes away happy. So executive producer Sonja Cho Swanson collected some of the most extreme 1-star reviews from disgruntled visitors and today, co-hosts Dayvid Figler and Sarah Lohman go head to head in a quiz game show. Can you guess which iconic Vegas attractions these 1-star reviews describe? We’re on social media! Follow us @CityCastVegas on Instagram. You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719. Want some more Las Vegas news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter, Hey Las Vegas, here. Las Vegas might be the tourist capital of the world, but not everyone comes away happy. So executive producer Sonja Cho Swanson collected some of the most extreme 1-star reviews from disgruntled visitors and today, co-hosts Dayvid Figler and Sarah Lohman go head to head in a quiz game show. Can you guess which iconic Vegas attractions these 1-star reviews describe?


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]]> 1301 How Corporate Vegas Was Hatched on Thanksgiving 1966 https://lasvegas.citycast.fm/podcasts On Thanksgiving in 1966, Howard Hughes arrived in Las Vegas in the dead of night on a secret train from Boston. The billionaire businessman, aviator, and movie producer was highly eccentric and at this point in his life had little to no communication with the outside world. As he secluded himself on the 9th floor of the Desert Inn hotel, he began to reshape the future of Las Vegas by buying up casinos and land. But what attracted him to Las Vegas in the first place?  Last Thanksgiving, former co-host Vogue Robinson sat down with Geoff Schumacher, author of Howard Hughes: Power, Paranoia, and Palace Intrigue, to discuss the impact Hughes had on our city, and what his reclusive life in Las Vegas looked like. We’re on social media! Follow us @CityCastVegas on Instagram. You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719. Want some more Las Vegas news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter here. Wed, 22 Nov 2023 14:00:00 -0000 How Corporate Vegas Was Hatched on Thanksgiving 1966 full City Cast On Thanksgiving in 1966, Howard Hughes arrived in Las Vegas in the dead of night on a secret train from Boston. The billionaire businessman, aviator, and movie producer was highly eccentric and at this point in his life had little to no communication with the outside world. As he secluded himself on the 9th floor of the Desert Inn hotel, he began to reshape the future of Las Vegas by buying up casinos and land. But what attracted him to Las Vegas in the first place?  Last Thanksgiving, former co-host Vogue Robinson sat down with Geoff Schumacher, author of Howard Hughes: Power, Paranoia, and Palace Intrigue, to discuss the impact Hughes had on our city, and what his reclusive life in Las Vegas looked like. We’re on social media! Follow us @CityCastVegas on Instagram. You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719. Want some more Las Vegas news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter here. On Thanksgiving in 1966, Howard Hughes arrived in Las Vegas in the dead of night on a secret train from Boston. The billionaire businessman, aviator, and movie producer was highly eccentric and at this point in his life had little to no communication with the outside world. As he secluded himself on the 9th floor of the Desert Inn hotel, he began to reshape the future of Las Vegas by buying up casinos and land. But what attracted him to Las Vegas in the first place? 


Last Thanksgiving, former co-host Vogue Robinson sat down with Geoff Schumacher, author of Howard Hughes: Power, Paranoia, and Palace Intrigue, to discuss the impact Hughes had on our city, and what his reclusive life in Las Vegas looked like.


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]]> 1039 Was F1 a Success? https://lasvegas.citycast.fm/podcasts F1 has come and gone — but our city is a house divided when it comes to the big race postmortem. So today, executive producer Sonja Cho Swanson sits down with co-host Dayvid Figler (who attended the race) to break it all down: We chat about some very bizarre components of the “production” (is actor Jared Leto doing poetry?), the view from the stands, and how even non-fans got caught up in the action. And as hard as it’ll be to figure out the real economic impact, maybe the ultimate measure of “success” will be if head cheerleader, LVCVA’s Steve Hill, can convince the powers that be that it was “the greatest event in Las Vegas history” — or if going all-in gets called as a bluff. We’re on social media! Follow us @CityCastVegas on Instagram. You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719. Want some more Las Vegas news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter here. Tue, 21 Nov 2023 14:00:00 -0000 Was F1 a Success? full City Cast F1 has come and gone — but our city is a house divided when it comes to the big race postmortem. So today, executive producer Sonja Cho Swanson sits down with co-host Dayvid Figler (who attended the race) to break it all down: We chat about some very bizarre components of the “production” (is actor Jared Leto doing poetry?), the view from the stands, and how even non-fans got caught up in the action. And as hard as it’ll be to figure out the real economic impact, maybe the ultimate measure of “success” will be if head cheerleader, LVCVA’s Steve Hill, can convince the powers that be that it was “the greatest event in Las Vegas history” — or if going all-in gets called as a bluff. We’re on social media! Follow us @CityCastVegas on Instagram. You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719. Want some more Las Vegas news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter here. F1 has come and gone — but our city is a house divided when it comes to the big race postmortem. So today, executive producer Sonja Cho Swanson sits down with co-host Dayvid Figler (who attended the race) to break it all down: We chat about some very bizarre components of the “production” (is actor Jared Leto doing poetry?), the view from the stands, and how even non-fans got caught up in the action. And as hard as it’ll be to figure out the real economic impact, maybe the ultimate measure of “success” will be if head cheerleader, LVCVA’s Steve Hill, can convince the powers that be that it was “the greatest event in Las Vegas history” — or if going all-in gets called as a bluff.


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]]> 1321 What the Death at Rancho HS Tells Us About School Violence https://lasvegas.citycast.fm/ Last week, 8 teens were arrested in connection with the brutal beating death of Rancho high schooler Jonathan Lewis, Jr. His death is the latest of many high-profile instances of violence in schools that have shaken our community. Today, co-host Dayvid Figler sits down with Nevada Current deputy editor April Corbin Girnus — they attempt to make some sense of why these events are happening and what schools can do. We’re on social media! Follow us @CityCastVegas on Instagram. You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719. Want some more Las Vegas news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter here. Mon, 20 Nov 2023 14:00:00 -0000 What the Death at Rancho HS Tells Us About School Violence full City Cast Last week, 8 teens were arrested in connection with the brutal beating death of Rancho high schooler Jonathan Lewis, Jr. His death is the latest of many high-profile instances of violence in schools that have shaken our community. Today, co-host Dayvid Figler sits down with Nevada Current deputy editor April Corbin Girnus — they attempt to make some sense of why these events are happening and what schools can do. We’re on social media! Follow us @CityCastVegas on Instagram. You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719. Want some more Las Vegas news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter here. Last week, 8 teens were arrested in connection with the brutal beating death of Rancho high schooler Jonathan Lewis, Jr. His death is the latest of many high-profile instances of violence in schools that have shaken our community. Today, co-host Dayvid Figler sits down with Nevada Current deputy editor April Corbin Girnus — they attempt to make some sense of why these events are happening and what schools can do.


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]]> 1277 Fake Electors, Findings from the Deadly NLV Crash, and Vegas Weddings https://lasvegas.citycast.fm Politico recently broke the news that NV Attorney General Aaron Ford is investigating the fake electors who attempted to overturn the results of our fair and free elections in 2020 — so is this another reminder of the flaws in our electoral system, and why might Nevada still want electors after all? Co-hosts Dayvid Figler and Sarah Lohman are joined by Nevada Independent reporter Jacob Solis to discuss this investigation, along with the results of a federal investigation into the deadly 2022 crash in North Las Vegas that killed 9. And finally, we celebrate 70 years of Vegas weddings and what gives them their international appeal. We’re on social media! Follow us @CityCastVegas on Instagram. You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719. Want some more Las Vegas news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter here. Fri, 17 Nov 2023 14:00:00 -0000 Fake Electors, Findings from the Deadly NLV Crash, and Vegas Weddings full City Cast Politico recently broke the news that NV Attorney General Aaron Ford is investigating the fake electors who attempted to overturn the results of our fair and free elections in 2020 — so is this another reminder of the flaws in our electoral system, and why might Nevada still want electors after all? Co-hosts Dayvid Figler and Sarah Lohman are joined by Nevada Independent reporter Jacob Solis to discuss this investigation, along with the results of a federal investigation into the deadly 2022 crash in North Las Vegas that killed 9. And finally, we celebrate 70 years of Vegas weddings and what gives them their international appeal. We’re on social media! Follow us @CityCastVegas on Instagram. You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719. Want some more Las Vegas news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter here. Politico recently broke the news that NV Attorney General Aaron Ford is investigating the fake electors who attempted to overturn the results of our fair and free elections in 2020 — so is this another reminder of the flaws in our electoral system, and why might Nevada still want electors after all? Co-hosts Dayvid Figler and Sarah Lohman are joined by Nevada Independent reporter Jacob Solis to discuss this investigation, along with the results of a federal investigation into the deadly 2022 crash in North Las Vegas that killed 9. And finally, we celebrate 70 years of Vegas weddings and what gives them their international appeal.


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]]> 2222 How To Take the Stress Out of Thanksgiving This Year https://lasvegas.citycast.fm A traditional Thanksgiving conjures up images of stuffed poultry, multiple place settings, and endless hours in the kitchen. But we’re Las Vegas, and we break all the rules — so today, co-host Sarah Lohman chats with award-winning food writer Kim Foster about how to have the chillest, most Vegas-y Thanksgiving ever. Plus, who says you even have to cook at all? With all the culinary talent in this town, take-out and dining out options abound, and Kim’s got a list of recs (yes, one of them is a “Drinksgiving”). We’re on social media! Follow us @CityCastVegas on Instagram. You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719. Want some more Las Vegas news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter here. Thu, 16 Nov 2023 14:00:00 -0000 How To Take the Stress Out of Thanksgiving This Year full City Cast A traditional Thanksgiving conjures up images of stuffed poultry, multiple place settings, and endless hours in the kitchen. But we’re Las Vegas, and we break all the rules — so today, co-host Sarah Lohman chats with award-winning food writer Kim Foster about how to have the chillest, most Vegas-y Thanksgiving ever. Plus, who says you even have to cook at all? With all the culinary talent in this town, take-out and dining out options abound, and Kim’s got a list of recs (yes, one of them is a “Drinksgiving”). We’re on social media! Follow us @CityCastVegas on Instagram. You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719. Want some more Las Vegas news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter here. A traditional Thanksgiving conjures up images of stuffed poultry, multiple place settings, and endless hours in the kitchen. But we’re Las Vegas, and we break all the rules — so today, co-host Sarah Lohman chats with award-winning food writer Kim Foster about how to have the chillest, most Vegas-y Thanksgiving ever. Plus, who says you even have to cook at all? With all the culinary talent in this town, take-out and dining out options abound, and Kim’s got a list of recs (yes, one of them is a “Drinksgiving”).


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]]> 1201 Is Las Vegas’ Formula 1 Investment Worth The Headache? https://lasvegas.citycast.fm/podcasts Formula 1’s Las Vegas Grand Prix is finally here and the reception to it so far has been… lukewarm. With locals already tired from the 6 months of construction and increased traffic, there are now reports that fan excitement was overestimated and ticket prices are dropping faster than the cars can make it around the 3.8 mile track. So is this just first-year growing pains or will all the issues amount to a poorly attended (and rainy) race weekend? Journalist Alan Snel from LVSportBiz.com tells host Dayvid Figler why the projected revenue might miss the mark and what the logistical and PR problems leading up to this weekend could mean for the future of Formula 1 in Las Vegas. Wed, 15 Nov 2023 14:00:00 -0000 Is Las Vegas’ Formula 1 Investment Worth The Headache? full City Cast Formula 1’s Las Vegas Grand Prix is finally here and the reception to it so far has been… lukewarm. With locals already tired from the 6 months of construction and increased traffic, there are now reports that fan excitement was overestimated and ticket prices are dropping faster than the cars can make it around the 3.8 mile track. So is this just first-year growing pains or will all the issues amount to a poorly attended (and rainy) race weekend? Journalist Alan Snel from LVSportBiz.com tells host Dayvid Figler why the projected revenue might miss the mark and what the logistical and PR problems leading up to this weekend could mean for the future of Formula 1 in Las Vegas. Formula 1’s Las Vegas Grand Prix is finally here and the reception to it so far has been… lukewarm. With locals already tired from the 6 months of construction and increased traffic, there are now reports that fan excitement was overestimated and ticket prices are dropping faster than the cars can make it around the 3.8 mile track. So is this just first-year growing pains or will all the issues amount to a poorly attended (and rainy) race weekend? Journalist Alan Snel from LVSportBiz.com tells host Dayvid Figler why the projected revenue might miss the mark and what the logistical and PR problems leading up to this weekend could mean for the future of Formula 1 in Las Vegas.

]]> 1376 Should We Limit Access to Crowded Outdoor Spaces? https://lasvegas.citycast.fm/podcasts Mother Nature’s blockbuster Southern Nevada residency is suffering from its own success: Humans are increasingly crowding the beautiful places. Today, co-host Dayvid Figler asks Bertha Gutierrez, program director for the Conservations Lands Foundation, why the organization wants to draw even more of us outside, and how their tiny “spokespebble” is part of the solution. We’re on social media! Follow us @CityCastVegas on Instagram. You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719. Want some more Las Vegas news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter here. Tue, 14 Nov 2023 14:00:00 -0000 Should We Limit Access to Crowded Outdoor Spaces? full City Cast Mother Nature’s blockbuster Southern Nevada residency is suffering from its own success: Humans are increasingly crowding the beautiful places. Today, co-host Dayvid Figler asks Bertha Gutierrez, program director for the Conservations Lands Foundation, why the organization wants to draw even more of us outside, and how their tiny “spokespebble” is part of the solution. We’re on social media! Follow us @CityCastVegas on Instagram. You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719. Want some more Las Vegas news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter here. Mother Nature’s blockbuster Southern Nevada residency is suffering from its own success: Humans are increasingly crowding the beautiful places. Today, co-host Dayvid Figler asks Bertha Gutierrez, program director for the Conservations Lands Foundation, why the organization wants to draw even more of us outside, and how their tiny “spokespebble” is part of the solution.


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]]> 1189 Food Pantry Do’s and Don’ts https://lasvegas.citycast.fm/ It’s giving season (though the need for food items is year-round) — and you might be surprised by some of the items that aren’t very useful at food pantries. Rae Lathrop, Director at Desert Spring Community Resource Center, talks with co-host Sarah Lohman about the do’s and don’ts of donating food, how anyone can access their services, and what food pantries really need. We’re on social media! Follow us @CityCastVegas on Instagram. You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719. Want some more Las Vegas news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter here. Mon, 13 Nov 2023 14:00:00 -0000 Food Pantry Do’s and Don’ts full City Cast It’s giving season (though the need for food items is year-round) — and you might be surprised by some of the items that aren’t very useful at food pantries. Rae Lathrop, Director at Desert Spring Community Resource Center, talks with co-host Sarah Lohman about the do’s and don’ts of donating food, how anyone can access their services, and what food pantries really need. We’re on social media! Follow us @CityCastVegas on Instagram. You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719. Want some more Las Vegas news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter here. It’s giving season (though the need for food items is year-round) — and you might be surprised by some of the items that aren’t very useful at food pantries. Rae Lathrop, Director at Desert Spring Community Resource Center, talks with co-host Sarah Lohman about the do’s and don’ts of donating food, how anyone can access their services, and what food pantries really need.


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]]> 1308 Historic Union Agreements, Why DTLV Bounced Back, and Our New Host https://lasvegas.citycast.fm/ After months of negotiations, at the 11th hour before F1 comes to Las Vegas, the biggest casino companies in Las Vegas have come to the table with the Culinary Union and hashed out agreements that all sides are calling “historic.” So what makes them so significant, and what impact will these new contracts have on the tens of thousands of casino employees included in this process? Today, co-hosts Dayvid Figler and Sarah Lohman sit down with TheList.Vegas publisher Andrew Kiraly to discuss how Vegas just avoided the biggest hospitality strike in history, a new study that says DTLV bounced back from the pandemic for curious reasons, and — as we’ve just alluded to — the team welcomes Sarah Lohman as our new co-host! We have a fun Q & A with Sarah at the end of the episode, so stick around to hear about her best Vegas lifehack, and who she’d pick between Mojave Max and Chance the Gila Monster. We’re on social media! Follow us @CityCastVegas on Instagram. You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719. Want some more Las Vegas news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter here. Fri, 10 Nov 2023 14:00:00 -0000 Historic Union Agreements, Why DTLV Bounced Back, and Our New Host full City Cast After months of negotiations, at the 11th hour before F1 comes to Las Vegas, the biggest casino companies in Las Vegas have come to the table with the Culinary Union and hashed out agreements that all sides are calling “historic.” So what makes them so significant, and what impact will these new contracts have on the tens of thousands of casino employees included in this process? Today, co-hosts Dayvid Figler and Sarah Lohman sit down with TheList.Vegas publisher Andrew Kiraly to discuss how Vegas just avoided the biggest hospitality strike in history, a new study that says DTLV bounced back from the pandemic for curious reasons, and — as we’ve just alluded to — the team welcomes Sarah Lohman as our new co-host! We have a fun Q & A with Sarah at the end of the episode, so stick around to hear about her best Vegas lifehack, and who she’d pick between Mojave Max and Chance the Gila Monster. We’re on social media! Follow us @CityCastVegas on Instagram. You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719. Want some more Las Vegas news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter here. After months of negotiations, at the 11th hour before F1 comes to Las Vegas, the biggest casino companies in Las Vegas have come to the table with the Culinary Union and hashed out agreements that all sides are calling “historic.” So what makes them so significant, and what impact will these new contracts have on the tens of thousands of casino employees included in this process? Today, co-hosts Dayvid Figler and Sarah Lohman sit down with TheList.Vegas publisher Andrew Kiraly to discuss how Vegas just avoided the biggest hospitality strike in history, a new study that says DTLV bounced back from the pandemic for curious reasons, and — as we’ve just alluded to — the team welcomes Sarah Lohman as our new co-host! We have a fun Q & A with Sarah at the end of the episode, so stick around to hear about her best Vegas lifehack, and who she’d pick between Mojave Max and Chance the Gila Monster.


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]]> 1976 Where To Take Your Date For Dinner in Las Vegas https://lasvegas.citycast.fm/ Dating in Las Vegas is already hard enough without the pressure to plan the perfect night to impress that special someone. So whether you have fully subscribed to “cuffing season” or just need some fresh ideas for navigating the Las Vegas food scene, we’ve got you covered at every price point. Al Mancini, creator of Neon Feast, joins executive producer Sonja Cho Swanson and host Dayvid Figler to hook you up with their recs for the best romantic date night dinners in Vegas. We’re on social media! Follow us @CityCastVegas on Instagram. You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719. Want some more Las Vegas news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter here. Thu, 09 Nov 2023 14:00:00 -0000 Where To Take Your Date For Dinner in Las Vegas full City Cast Dating in Las Vegas is already hard enough without the pressure to plan the perfect night to impress that special someone. So whether you have fully subscribed to “cuffing season” or just need some fresh ideas for navigating the Las Vegas food scene, we’ve got you covered at every price point. Al Mancini, creator of Neon Feast, joins executive producer Sonja Cho Swanson and host Dayvid Figler to hook you up with their recs for the best romantic date night dinners in Vegas. We’re on social media! Follow us @CityCastVegas on Instagram. You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719. Want some more Las Vegas news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter here. Dating in Las Vegas is already hard enough without the pressure to plan the perfect night to impress that special someone. So whether you have fully subscribed to “cuffing season” or just need some fresh ideas for navigating the Las Vegas food scene, we’ve got you covered at every price point. Al Mancini, creator of Neon Feast, joins executive producer Sonja Cho Swanson and host Dayvid Figler to hook you up with their recs for the best romantic date night dinners in Vegas.


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]]> 1686 Can This Indy & PBS Project De-polarize Public Conversation? https://lasvegas.citycast.fm/podcasts The Nevada Independent and local PBS have just launched a new joint endeavor called the Nevada Democracy Project. Its goal is to increase civic engagement in Las Vegas and Nevada ahead of the 2024 elections through community listening sessions. During the first session at the West Las Vegas Library last week, community members raised issues about redlining, racism, and poor investment, but also asked what the media will do with this information afterwards. Host Dayvid Figler brings these and other questions to The Nevada Independent CEO Jon Ralston, who explains how he hopes this project will get more people involved in their community and what comes next.  Watch the livestream or read a recap here. We’re on social media! Follow us @CityCastVegas on Instagram. You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719. Want some more Las Vegas news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter here. Wed, 08 Nov 2023 14:00:00 -0000 Can This Indy & PBS Project De-polarize Public Conversation? full City Cast The Nevada Independent and local PBS have just launched a new joint endeavor called the Nevada Democracy Project. Its goal is to increase civic engagement in Las Vegas and Nevada ahead of the 2024 elections through community listening sessions. During the first session at the West Las Vegas Library last week, community members raised issues about redlining, racism, and poor investment, but also asked what the media will do with this information afterwards. Host Dayvid Figler brings these and other questions to The Nevada Independent CEO Jon Ralston, who explains how he hopes this project will get more people involved in their community and what comes next.  Watch the livestream or read a recap here. We’re on social media! Follow us @CityCastVegas on Instagram. You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719. Want some more Las Vegas news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter here. The Nevada Independent and local PBS have just launched a new joint endeavor called the Nevada Democracy Project. Its goal is to increase civic engagement in Las Vegas and Nevada ahead of the 2024 elections through community listening sessions. During the first session at the West Las Vegas Library last week, community members raised issues about redlining, racism, and poor investment, but also asked what the media will do with this information afterwards. Host Dayvid Figler brings these and other questions to The Nevada Independent CEO Jon Ralston, who explains how he hopes this project will get more people involved in their community and what comes next. 


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]]> 1215 Who’s to Blame When Your Local Walgreens Closes? https://lasvegas.citycast.fm/ Retail pharmacies like CVS, Rite Aid, and Walgreens are shuttering hundreds of stores across the country. Las Vegas isn’t immune: This Thursday, November 9th, the Walgreens at Charleston and Las Vegas Blvd is closing its doors for good. Neighborhood reactions are divided: We asked locals to call in, and today, host Dayvid Figler and acclaimed author Kim Foster, who both live near the embattled Walgreens, sit down to discuss your thoughts and reactions. Is retail theft really to blame? Is it corporate mismanagement or the hefty opioid settlements levied on these brands? And what happens now? We’re on social media! Follow us @CityCastVegas on Instagram. You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719. Want some more Las Vegas news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter here. Tue, 07 Nov 2023 14:00:00 -0000 Who’s to Blame When Your Local Walgreens Closes? full City Cast Retail pharmacies like CVS, Rite Aid, and Walgreens are shuttering hundreds of stores across the country. Las Vegas isn’t immune: This Thursday, November 9th, the Walgreens at Charleston and Las Vegas Blvd is closing its doors for good. Neighborhood reactions are divided: We asked locals to call in, and today, host Dayvid Figler and acclaimed author Kim Foster, who both live near the embattled Walgreens, sit down to discuss your thoughts and reactions. Is retail theft really to blame? Is it corporate mismanagement or the hefty opioid settlements levied on these brands? And what happens now? We’re on social media! Follow us @CityCastVegas on Instagram. You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719. Want some more Las Vegas news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter here. Retail pharmacies like CVS, Rite Aid, and Walgreens are shuttering hundreds of stores across the country. Las Vegas isn’t immune: This Thursday, November 9th, the Walgreens at Charleston and Las Vegas Blvd is closing its doors for good. Neighborhood reactions are divided: We asked locals to call in, and today, host Dayvid Figler and acclaimed author Kim Foster, who both live near the embattled Walgreens, sit down to discuss your thoughts and reactions. Is retail theft really to blame? Is it corporate mismanagement or the hefty opioid settlements levied on these brands? And what happens now?


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]]> 1377 Why Formula 1 Might Actually Be Worth the Hype https://lasvegas.citycast.fm/podcasts The moment that locals have been dreading all year is finally here: Formula 1’s Las Vegas Grand Prix. While the actual race cars hit the Strip this month, the city has been under construction to prepare the 3.8 mile track and other infrastructure for most of this year and the traffic just keeps getting worse. Locals and city officials have voiced their complaints so much that it’s hard to believe that anyone is excited for the 3-day takeover. Since it’s coming no matter how much we complain, host Dayvid Figler sits down with The Nevada Independent reporter and F1 superfan Jacob Solis. He shares why he’s excited to see his hometown take on F1 and how other locals can get excited. Read Jacob’s reporting in the Nevada Independent on F1’s impact on locals here and about ticketing here. Looking for a free watch party? Check out this list! We’re on social media! Follow us @CityCastVegas on Instagram. You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719. Want some more Las Vegas news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter here. Mon, 06 Nov 2023 14:00:00 -0000 Why Formula 1 Might Actually Be Worth the Hype full City Cast The moment that locals have been dreading all year is finally here: Formula 1’s Las Vegas Grand Prix. While the actual race cars hit the Strip this month, the city has been under construction to prepare the 3.8 mile track and other infrastructure for most of this year and the traffic just keeps getting worse. Locals and city officials have voiced their complaints so much that it’s hard to believe that anyone is excited for the 3-day takeover. Since it’s coming no matter how much we complain, host Dayvid Figler sits down with The Nevada Independent reporter and F1 superfan Jacob Solis. He shares why he’s excited to see his hometown take on F1 and how other locals can get excited. Read Jacob’s reporting in the Nevada Independent on F1’s impact on locals here and about ticketing here. Looking for a free watch party? Check out this list! We’re on social media! Follow us @CityCastVegas on Instagram. You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719. Want some more Las Vegas news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter here. The moment that locals have been dreading all year is finally here: Formula 1’s Las Vegas Grand Prix. While the actual race cars hit the Strip this month, the city has been under construction to prepare the 3.8 mile track and other infrastructure for most of this year and the traffic just keeps getting worse. Locals and city officials have voiced their complaints so much that it’s hard to believe that anyone is excited for the 3-day takeover. Since it’s coming no matter how much we complain, host Dayvid Figler sits down with The Nevada Independent reporter and F1 superfan Jacob Solis. He shares why he’s excited to see his hometown take on F1 and how other locals can get excited.


Read Jacob’s reporting in the Nevada Independent on F1’s impact on locals here and about ticketing here.


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]]> 1261 The City’s New No-Go Zone, More Jara Drama, and Top Water Wasters https://lasvegas.citycast.fm Following the footsteps of the County’s controversial ban on people convicted of crimes from entering the Strip, the City is now proposing a similar ordinance around the Fremont Street Experience. It’s turned into a battle over the soul of spaces like FSE: Are these public forums for free speech, or are they commercial engines for our city coffers to be protected… at all costs? On today’s Friday news roundup, host Dayvid Figler talks about this issue with reporter Michael “MJ” Lyle of the Nevada Current and editor Lorraine Longhi from the Review-Journal. They also spill the tea on the surprising critique that Nevada Assembly Speaker Steve Yeager recently lobbed at embattled CCSD Superintendent Jesus Jara (and the District’s spicy reply). And finally, that list of the Valley’s top 100 water users is once again circulating — it’s no surprise who’s at the top of that list. We’re on social media! Follow us @CityCastVegas on Instagram. You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719. Want some more Las Vegas news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter here. Fri, 03 Nov 2023 13:00:00 -0000 The City’s New No-Go Zone, More Jara Drama, and Top Water Wasters full City Cast Following the footsteps of the County’s controversial ban on people convicted of crimes from entering the Strip, the City is now proposing a similar ordinance around the Fremont Street Experience. It’s turned into a battle over the soul of spaces like FSE: Are these public forums for free speech, or are they commercial engines for our city coffers to be protected… at all costs? On today’s Friday news roundup, host Dayvid Figler talks about this issue with reporter Michael “MJ” Lyle of the Nevada Current and editor Lorraine Longhi from the Review-Journal. They also spill the tea on the surprising critique that Nevada Assembly Speaker Steve Yeager recently lobbed at embattled CCSD Superintendent Jesus Jara (and the District’s spicy reply). And finally, that list of the Valley’s top 100 water users is once again circulating — it’s no surprise who’s at the top of that list. We’re on social media! Follow us @CityCastVegas on Instagram. You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719. Want some more Las Vegas news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter here. Following the footsteps of the County’s controversial ban on people convicted of crimes from entering the Strip, the City is now proposing a similar ordinance around the Fremont Street Experience. It’s turned into a battle over the soul of spaces like FSE: Are these public forums for free speech, or are they commercial engines for our city coffers to be protected… at all costs? On today’s Friday news roundup, host Dayvid Figler talks about this issue with reporter Michael “MJ” Lyle of the Nevada Current and editor Lorraine Longhi from the Review-Journal. They also spill the tea on the surprising critique that Nevada Assembly Speaker Steve Yeager recently lobbed at embattled CCSD Superintendent Jesus Jara (and the District’s spicy reply). And finally, that list of the Valley’s top 100 water users is once again circulating — it’s no surprise who’s at the top of that list.


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]]> 1701 How to Plan the Best Picnic Ever in Las Vegas https://lasvegas.citycast.fm/ This time of year in Las Vegas, the weather is mid-seventies and sunny, breezy, and just plain gorgeous — in other words, it’s the perfect time to break out your picnic mats and head outdoors for a meal. Today, host Dayvid Figler sits down with producers Layla Muhammad and Sonja Cho Swanson to talk about our team’s favorite places to picnic (with updates on the Mt. Charleston road reopenings), where to buy picnic supplies, and whether or not you can cook food on a picnic and still call it a picnic. We’re on social media! Follow us @CityCastVegas on Instagram. You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719. Want some more Las Vegas news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter here. Thu, 02 Nov 2023 13:00:00 -0000 How to Plan the Best Picnic Ever in Las Vegas full City Cast This time of year in Las Vegas, the weather is mid-seventies and sunny, breezy, and just plain gorgeous — in other words, it’s the perfect time to break out your picnic mats and head outdoors for a meal. Today, host Dayvid Figler sits down with producers Layla Muhammad and Sonja Cho Swanson to talk about our team’s favorite places to picnic (with updates on the Mt. Charleston road reopenings), where to buy picnic supplies, and whether or not you can cook food on a picnic and still call it a picnic. We’re on social media! Follow us @CityCastVegas on Instagram. You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719. Want some more Las Vegas news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter here. This time of year in Las Vegas, the weather is mid-seventies and sunny, breezy, and just plain gorgeous — in other words, it’s the perfect time to break out your picnic mats and head outdoors for a meal. Today, host Dayvid Figler sits down with producers Layla Muhammad and Sonja Cho Swanson to talk about our team’s favorite places to picnic (with updates on the Mt. Charleston road reopenings), where to buy picnic supplies, and whether or not you can cook food on a picnic and still call it a picnic.


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]]> 1503 Your Guide to November in Las Vegas https://lasvegas.citycast.fm/podcasts This month is going to be crazy busy in Las Vegas – we’re looking at you, F1 – so it might be hard to keep up with all the local events buried under the spectacle of what’s happening on the Strip. To help highlight the best events for you and your family, publisher of thelist.vegas Andrew Kiraly and host Dayvid Figler share their top picks for November. Now through Nov. 20: Butterfly Habitat at the Springs Preserve (link) Now through Nov. 26: The fall display at the Bellagio Conservatory (link) Now through Jan. 13: Kumbia Queen, A Las Vegas Tribute to Selena at OYO (link) Now through April: Dita Von Teese at the Horseshoe (link) Nov. 3: UNLV Annual Art Walk (link) Nov. 3-Dec. 31: Ethel M’s holiday cactus garden (link) Nov. 3-5: Carmina Burana at the Nevada Ballet Theatre (link) Nov. 4: StorySLAM: Imposter Syndrome at Charleston Heights Arts Center (link) Nov. 10: Sundown Soul Club at the Griffin (link) Nov. 10-Jan. 15: The Rock Rink at Downtown Summerlin (link) Nov. 11: Black Joe Lewis and the Honeybears at Area 15 (link) Nov. 11-12: Las Vegas Days Rodeo at the Plaza (link) Nov. 21st: David Sedaris at the Smith Center (link) Nov. 24-Dec. 31: Enchant Christmas at the Las Vegas Ballpark (link) Mondays: Punk Rock Karaoke at Berlin (link) Tuesdays: Carloke (karaoke hosted by a guy named Carl) at Starboard Tack (link) Check out these events and more on thelist.vegas! We’re on social media! Follow us @CityCastVegas on Instagram. You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719. Want some more Las Vegas news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter here. Wed, 01 Nov 2023 13:00:00 -0000 Your Guide to November in Las Vegas full City Cast This month is going to be crazy busy in Las Vegas – we’re looking at you, F1 – so it might be hard to keep up with all the local events buried under the spectacle of what’s happening on the Strip. To help highlight the best events for you and your family, publisher of thelist.vegas Andrew Kiraly and host Dayvid Figler share their top picks for November. Now through Nov. 20: Butterfly Habitat at the Springs Preserve (link) Now through Nov. 26: The fall display at the Bellagio Conservatory (link) Now through Jan. 13: Kumbia Queen, A Las Vegas Tribute to Selena at OYO (link) Now through April: Dita Von Teese at the Horseshoe (link) Nov. 3: UNLV Annual Art Walk (link) Nov. 3-Dec. 31: Ethel M’s holiday cactus garden (link) Nov. 3-5: Carmina Burana at the Nevada Ballet Theatre (link) Nov. 4: StorySLAM: Imposter Syndrome at Charleston Heights Arts Center (link) Nov. 10: Sundown Soul Club at the Griffin (link) Nov. 10-Jan. 15: The Rock Rink at Downtown Summerlin (link) Nov. 11: Black Joe Lewis and the Honeybears at Area 15 (link) Nov. 11-12: Las Vegas Days Rodeo at the Plaza (link) Nov. 21st: David Sedaris at the Smith Center (link) Nov. 24-Dec. 31: Enchant Christmas at the Las Vegas Ballpark (link) Mondays: Punk Rock Karaoke at Berlin (link) Tuesdays: Carloke (karaoke hosted by a guy named Carl) at Starboard Tack (link) Check out these events and more on thelist.vegas! We’re on social media! Follow us @CityCastVegas on Instagram. You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719. Want some more Las Vegas news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter here. This month is going to be crazy busy in Las Vegas – we’re looking at you, F1 – so it might be hard to keep up with all the local events buried under the spectacle of what’s happening on the Strip. To help highlight the best events for you and your family, publisher of thelist.vegas Andrew Kiraly and host Dayvid Figler share their top picks for November.


Now through Nov. 20: Butterfly Habitat at the Springs Preserve (link)

Now through Nov. 26: The fall display at the Bellagio Conservatory (link)

Now through Jan. 13: Kumbia Queen, A Las Vegas Tribute to Selena at OYO (link)

Now through April: Dita Von Teese at the Horseshoe (link)

Nov. 3: UNLV Annual Art Walk (link)

Nov. 3-Dec. 31: Ethel M’s holiday cactus garden (link)

Nov. 3-5: Carmina Burana at the Nevada Ballet Theatre (link)

Nov. 4: StorySLAM: Imposter Syndrome at Charleston Heights Arts Center (link)

Nov. 10: Sundown Soul Club at the Griffin (link)

Nov. 10-Jan. 15: The Rock Rink at Downtown Summerlin (link)

Nov. 11: Black Joe Lewis and the Honeybears at Area 15 (link)

Nov. 11-12: Las Vegas Days Rodeo at the Plaza (link)

Nov. 21st: David Sedaris at the Smith Center (link)

Nov. 24-Dec. 31: Enchant Christmas at the Las Vegas Ballpark (link)

Mondays: Punk Rock Karaoke at Berlin (link)

Tuesdays: Carloke (karaoke hosted by a guy named Carl) at Starboard Tack (link)


Check out these events and more on thelist.vegas!


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]]> 1514 How to Pronounce Nevada Correctly (And Why It Matters) https://lasvegas.citycast.fm Today is Nevada Day, the anniversary of when Nevada became a state — and every Nevadan worth their salt knows it’s Nevada and not “Neh-vah-duh” (the chosen pronunciation of East Coast interlopers and political pretenders). So in honor of the holiday, we’re bringing back a conversation that host Dayvid Figler had last year with UNR linguist Valerie Fridland, author of “Like, Literally, Dude: Arguing for the Good in Bad English.” She explains how our state’s pronunciation is connected to Biblical-era beheadings, the Western gold rush, and modern campaign trail gaffes. We’re on social media! Follow us @CityCastVegas on Instagram. You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719. Want more Las Vegas news? Make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter here. Tue, 31 Oct 2023 13:00:00 -0000 How to Pronounce Nevada Correctly (And Why It Matters) full City Cast Today is Nevada Day, the anniversary of when Nevada became a state — and every Nevadan worth their salt knows it’s Nevada and not “Neh-vah-duh” (the chosen pronunciation of East Coast interlopers and political pretenders). So in honor of the holiday, we’re bringing back a conversation that host Dayvid Figler had last year with UNR linguist Valerie Fridland, author of “Like, Literally, Dude: Arguing for the Good in Bad English.” She explains how our state’s pronunciation is connected to Biblical-era beheadings, the Western gold rush, and modern campaign trail gaffes. We’re on social media! Follow us @CityCastVegas on Instagram. You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719. Want more Las Vegas news? Make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter here. Today is Nevada Day, the anniversary of when Nevada became a state — and every Nevadan worth their salt knows it’s Nevada and not “Neh-vah-duh” (the chosen pronunciation of East Coast interlopers and political pretenders). So in honor of the holiday, we’re bringing back a conversation that host Dayvid Figler had last year with UNR linguist Valerie Fridland, author of “Like, Literally, Dude: Arguing for the Good in Bad English.” She explains how our state’s pronunciation is connected to Biblical-era beheadings, the Western gold rush, and modern campaign trail gaffes.


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]]> 1487 Why This Obscure Court Process Is Costing the County $83K and Counting https://lasvegas.citycast.fm When someone who is clearly mentally unstable gets charged with a crime, everything shuts down and they get sent to competency court — basically, you have to be considered mentally fit to help your defense attorney, know right from wrong, and stand trial. In Nevada, you’re supposed to get mental health treatment within one week of your competency hearing. But delays in this system have some defendants serving weeks or even months in jail without treatment — two have even died before getting help. Today, host Dayvid Figler talks with Review-Journal reporter Katelyn Newberg, who recently wrote about the fines that the Division of Public and Behavioral Health is stacking up ($83,000 and counting) as they continue to defy court orders. We’re on social media! Follow us @CityCastVegas on Instagram. You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719. Want some more Las Vegas news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter here. Mon, 30 Oct 2023 13:00:00 -0000 Why This Obscure Court Process Is Costing the County $83K and Counting full City Cast When someone who is clearly mentally unstable gets charged with a crime, everything shuts down and they get sent to competency court — basically, you have to be considered mentally fit to help your defense attorney, know right from wrong, and stand trial. In Nevada, you’re supposed to get mental health treatment within one week of your competency hearing. But delays in this system have some defendants serving weeks or even months in jail without treatment — two have even died before getting help. Today, host Dayvid Figler talks with Review-Journal reporter Katelyn Newberg, who recently wrote about the fines that the Division of Public and Behavioral Health is stacking up ($83,000 and counting) as they continue to defy court orders. We’re on social media! Follow us @CityCastVegas on Instagram. You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719. Want some more Las Vegas news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter here. When someone who is clearly mentally unstable gets charged with a crime, everything shuts down and they get sent to competency court — basically, you have to be considered mentally fit to help your defense attorney, know right from wrong, and stand trial. In Nevada, you’re supposed to get mental health treatment within one week of your competency hearing. But delays in this system have some defendants serving weeks or even months in jail without treatment — two have even died before getting help. Today, host Dayvid Figler talks with Review-Journal reporter Katelyn Newberg, who recently wrote about the fines that the Division of Public and Behavioral Health is stacking up ($83,000 and counting) as they continue to defy court orders.


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]]> 1326 Accused Teens Laughing in Court, Sex Trafficking at Motel 6, and Nevada Day https://lasvegas.citycast.fm The two teens accused in the fatal hit and run case showed up in court this week for their trial date — and were caught laughing and apparently “flipping off” the victim’s family. Internet commenters have responded with fury — but aside from the family’s allegation, where is the evidence they made that gesture? Today, host Dayvid Figler sits down with producer Layla Muhammad and contributor Vogue Robinson to talk about the nuance in covering this fraught case, how clickbait headlines can obscure facts, and whether or not these teens are being tried in the court of public opinion before their actual trial. Next up, we talk about the woman suing a Vegas Motel 6 for allegedly turning a blind eye to her sex trafficking, and last but not least, we talk about how real Nevada Day (October 31st) turned into Nevada Day observed (the Friday before) and what we’re up to this weekend. We’re on social media! Follow us @CityCastVegas on Instagram. You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719. Want some more Las Vegas news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter here. Fri, 27 Oct 2023 13:00:00 -0000 Accused Teens Laughing in Court, Sex Trafficking at Motel 6, and Nevada Day full City Cast The two teens accused in the fatal hit and run case showed up in court this week for their trial date — and were caught laughing and apparently “flipping off” the victim’s family. Internet commenters have responded with fury — but aside from the family’s allegation, where is the evidence they made that gesture? Today, host Dayvid Figler sits down with producer Layla Muhammad and contributor Vogue Robinson to talk about the nuance in covering this fraught case, how clickbait headlines can obscure facts, and whether or not these teens are being tried in the court of public opinion before their actual trial. Next up, we talk about the woman suing a Vegas Motel 6 for allegedly turning a blind eye to her sex trafficking, and last but not least, we talk about how real Nevada Day (October 31st) turned into Nevada Day observed (the Friday before) and what we’re up to this weekend. We’re on social media! Follow us @CityCastVegas on Instagram. You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719. Want some more Las Vegas news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter here. The two teens accused in the fatal hit and run case showed up in court this week for their trial date — and were caught laughing and apparently “flipping off” the victim’s family. Internet commenters have responded with fury — but aside from the family’s allegation, where is the evidence they made that gesture? Today, host Dayvid Figler sits down with producer Layla Muhammad and contributor Vogue Robinson to talk about the nuance in covering this fraught case, how clickbait headlines can obscure facts, and whether or not these teens are being tried in the court of public opinion before their actual trial. Next up, we talk about the woman suing a Vegas Motel 6 for allegedly turning a blind eye to her sex trafficking, and last but not least, we talk about how real Nevada Day (October 31st) turned into Nevada Day observed (the Friday before) and what we’re up to this weekend.


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]]> 1783 The Vegas Supper Club is Back and Better Than Ever https://lasvegas.citycast.fm/podcasts The idea of a “supper club” might conjure up images of midcentury glamour, big band music, and dapper outfits. But supper clubs are coming back to Las Vegas is a big way, from high-end exclusive experiences on-Strip to smaller venues off-Strip that cater to locals. Today, host Dayvid Figler sits down with Review-Journal entertainment columnist John Katsilometes (AKA Johnny Kats) to talk about the resurgence of supper clubs and where to find them in Las Vegas. Read more about John’s recommendations in the Review-Journal here! Here are the spots that John mentions in this episode: Delilah at the Wynn Mayfair Supper Club at Bellagio Rouge Room at Red Rock Casino The Vault at Bellagio Vic’s Las Vegas at Symphony Park Maxan Jazz Dispensary Lounge NoMad Library at MGM Grand Superfrico at the OPM Theater Voltaire at the Venetian The Composer’s Room Showlounge and Restaurant at Commercial Center opening November 19th We’re on social media! Follow us @CityCastVegas on Instagram. You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719. And for more Las Vegas news, make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter here. Looking to advertise on City Cast Las Vegas? Check out our options for podcast and newsletter ads at citycast.fm/advertise. Thu, 26 Oct 2023 13:00:00 -0000 The Vegas Supper Club is Back and Better Than Ever full City Cast The idea of a “supper club” might conjure up images of midcentury glamour, big band music, and dapper outfits. But supper clubs are coming back to Las Vegas is a big way, from high-end exclusive experiences on-Strip to smaller venues off-Strip that cater to locals. Today, host Dayvid Figler sits down with Review-Journal entertainment columnist John Katsilometes (AKA Johnny Kats) to talk about the resurgence of supper clubs and where to find them in Las Vegas. Read more about John’s recommendations in the Review-Journal here! Here are the spots that John mentions in this episode: Delilah at the Wynn Mayfair Supper Club at Bellagio Rouge Room at Red Rock Casino The Vault at Bellagio Vic’s Las Vegas at Symphony Park Maxan Jazz Dispensary Lounge NoMad Library at MGM Grand Superfrico at the OPM Theater Voltaire at the Venetian The Composer’s Room Showlounge and Restaurant at Commercial Center opening November 19th We’re on social media! Follow us @CityCastVegas on Instagram. You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719. And for more Las Vegas news, make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter here. Looking to advertise on City Cast Las Vegas? Check out our options for podcast and newsletter ads at citycast.fm/advertise. The idea of a “supper club” might conjure up images of midcentury glamour, big band music, and dapper outfits. But supper clubs are coming back to Las Vegas is a big way, from high-end exclusive experiences on-Strip to smaller venues off-Strip that cater to locals. Today, host Dayvid Figler sits down with Review-Journal entertainment columnist John Katsilometes (AKA Johnny Kats) to talk about the resurgence of supper clubs and where to find them in Las Vegas.


Read more about John’s recommendations in the Review-Journal here!


Here are the spots that John mentions in this episode:


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]]> 1499 Vegas Is an Abortion Haven. What Happens Now? https://lasvegas.citycast.fm In the wake of the Dobbs decision last year, 21 states banned or severely restricted abortion rights. But patients weren’t going to stop getting abortions — now they just have to travel further to get them. And as an easy-access tourist destination bordering red states, Las Vegas has quickly become one of the destinations for those seeking abortion care: Las Vegas Planned Parenthood centers, for example, have seen a 31% increase in abortion appointments and a 600% increase in patients arriving from Texas. Today, host Dayvid Figler sits down with Adrienne Mansanares, President and CEO of Planned Parenthood Rocky Mountain Region, to talk about what this means for Las Vegas, and what comes next. We’re on social media! Follow us @CityCastVegas on Instagram. You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719. Want some more Las Vegas news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter here. Wed, 25 Oct 2023 13:00:00 -0000 Vegas Is an Abortion Haven. What Happens Now? full City Cast In the wake of the Dobbs decision last year, 21 states banned or severely restricted abortion rights. But patients weren’t going to stop getting abortions — now they just have to travel further to get them. And as an easy-access tourist destination bordering red states, Las Vegas has quickly become one of the destinations for those seeking abortion care: Las Vegas Planned Parenthood centers, for example, have seen a 31% increase in abortion appointments and a 600% increase in patients arriving from Texas. Today, host Dayvid Figler sits down with Adrienne Mansanares, President and CEO of Planned Parenthood Rocky Mountain Region, to talk about what this means for Las Vegas, and what comes next. We’re on social media! Follow us @CityCastVegas on Instagram. You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719. Want some more Las Vegas news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter here. In the wake of the Dobbs decision last year, 21 states banned or severely restricted abortion rights. But patients weren’t going to stop getting abortions — now they just have to travel further to get them. And as an easy-access tourist destination bordering red states, Las Vegas has quickly become one of the destinations for those seeking abortion care: Las Vegas Planned Parenthood centers, for example, have seen a 31% increase in abortion appointments and a 600% increase in patients arriving from Texas. Today, host Dayvid Figler sits down with Adrienne Mansanares, President and CEO of Planned Parenthood Rocky Mountain Region, to talk about what this means for Las Vegas, and what comes next.


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]]> 1462 How to Sound Like a Vegas Local https://lasvegas.citycast.fm Every city has its linguistic quirks (we’re looking at you, “HOW-stun” street in New York City) — saying things “right” is one of the quickest ways to prove that you’re a local or reveal that you’re not. So what about Southern Nevada’s local lingo? Do you know how to pronounce McLeod Dr., Tule Springs, or that weird exit off the I-15, Zzyzx Road? And how have hospitality, gaming, and our terrible traffic influenced the way we speak? Today, lifelong Las Vegan and City Cast host Dayvid Figler sits down with two other longtime locals, Brent Holmes and Lille Allen, to rattle off the “must-know” words for newcomers, and debate some of our more contentious terms. Be sure to check our interview with UNR linguist Valerie Fridland about the pronunciation of “Nevada.” We’re on social media! Follow us @CityCastVegas on Instagram. You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719. Want some more Las Vegas news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter here. Tue, 24 Oct 2023 13:00:00 -0000 How to Sound Like a Vegas Local full City Cast Every city has its linguistic quirks (we’re looking at you, “HOW-stun” street in New York City) — saying things “right” is one of the quickest ways to prove that you’re a local or reveal that you’re not. So what about Southern Nevada’s local lingo? Do you know how to pronounce McLeod Dr., Tule Springs, or that weird exit off the I-15, Zzyzx Road? And how have hospitality, gaming, and our terrible traffic influenced the way we speak? Today, lifelong Las Vegan and City Cast host Dayvid Figler sits down with two other longtime locals, Brent Holmes and Lille Allen, to rattle off the “must-know” words for newcomers, and debate some of our more contentious terms. Be sure to check our interview with UNR linguist Valerie Fridland about the pronunciation of “Nevada.” We’re on social media! Follow us @CityCastVegas on Instagram. You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719. Want some more Las Vegas news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter here. Every city has its linguistic quirks (we’re looking at you, “HOW-stun” street in New York City) — saying things “right” is one of the quickest ways to prove that you’re a local or reveal that you’re not. So what about Southern Nevada’s local lingo? Do you know how to pronounce McLeod Dr., Tule Springs, or that weird exit off the I-15, Zzyzx Road? And how have hospitality, gaming, and our terrible traffic influenced the way we speak? Today, lifelong Las Vegan and City Cast host Dayvid Figler sits down with two other longtime locals, Brent Holmes and Lille Allen, to rattle off the “must-know” words for newcomers, and debate some of our more contentious terms.


Be sure to check our interview with UNR linguist Valerie Fridland about the pronunciation of “Nevada.”


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]]> 1291 Why So Many Musicians Keep Skipping Las Vegas https://lasvegas.citycast.fm/podcasts No matter how much Las Vegas grows, we still see musicians on tour passing us over for cities like Boise, Phoenix, and even Reno! This summer was no exception for fans of Janelle Monae, Bruce Springsteen, BoyGenius, and countless others. So why does the entertainment capital of the world have problems attracting entertainers? Earlier this year, longtime Las Vegas entertainment producer Seth Yudof sat down with host Dayvid Figler to share his insider take. We’re on social media! Follow us @CityCastVegas on Instagram. You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719. Want some more Las Vegas news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter here. Mon, 23 Oct 2023 13:00:00 -0000 Why So Many Musicians Keep Skipping Las Vegas full City Cast No matter how much Las Vegas grows, we still see musicians on tour passing us over for cities like Boise, Phoenix, and even Reno! This summer was no exception for fans of Janelle Monae, Bruce Springsteen, BoyGenius, and countless others. So why does the entertainment capital of the world have problems attracting entertainers? Earlier this year, longtime Las Vegas entertainment producer Seth Yudof sat down with host Dayvid Figler to share his insider take. We’re on social media! Follow us @CityCastVegas on Instagram. You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719. Want some more Las Vegas news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter here. No matter how much Las Vegas grows, we still see musicians on tour passing us over for cities like Boise, Phoenix, and even Reno! This summer was no exception for fans of Janelle Monae, Bruce Springsteen, BoyGenius, and countless others. So why does the entertainment capital of the world have problems attracting entertainers? Earlier this year, longtime Las Vegas entertainment producer Seth Yudof sat down with host Dayvid Figler to share his insider take.


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]]> 1296 A GOP Caucus Mess, Telles Trial Updates, and How Orange Cones Hurt Small Biz https://lasvegas.citycast.fm/ By the time filing closed on Monday, 20 GOP candidates had put their name in the hat — or two hats, rather, because some are participating in the state-run primary, and some have opted for the party-run caucus. What’s going on, and will this help or hurt Republican candidates? Nevada Current reporter April Corbin Girnus joins host Dayvid Figler and lead producer Sonja Cho Swanson to break down the chaos. They also discuss two new updates in the trial of former County Administrator Rob Telles, accused of murdering journalist Jeff German, and how road construction is hurting small businesses (and what our local government could do to help). Earlier in the show, we mentioned ways to help those affected by the violence in Israel and Gaza. Here’s a list of vetted organizations sending humanitarian aid to the region. We’re on social media! Follow us @CityCastVegas on Instagram. You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719. Want some more Las Vegas news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter here. Fri, 20 Oct 2023 13:00:00 -0000 A GOP Caucus Mess, Telles Trial Updates, and How Orange Cones Hurt Small Biz full City Cast By the time filing closed on Monday, 20 GOP candidates had put their name in the hat — or two hats, rather, because some are participating in the state-run primary, and some have opted for the party-run caucus. What’s going on, and will this help or hurt Republican candidates? Nevada Current reporter April Corbin Girnus joins host Dayvid Figler and lead producer Sonja Cho Swanson to break down the chaos. They also discuss two new updates in the trial of former County Administrator Rob Telles, accused of murdering journalist Jeff German, and how road construction is hurting small businesses (and what our local government could do to help). Earlier in the show, we mentioned ways to help those affected by the violence in Israel and Gaza. Here’s a list of vetted organizations sending humanitarian aid to the region. We’re on social media! Follow us @CityCastVegas on Instagram. You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719. Want some more Las Vegas news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter here. By the time filing closed on Monday, 20 GOP candidates had put their name in the hat — or two hats, rather, because some are participating in the state-run primary, and some have opted for the party-run caucus. What’s going on, and will this help or hurt Republican candidates? Nevada Current reporter April Corbin Girnus joins host Dayvid Figler and lead producer Sonja Cho Swanson to break down the chaos. They also discuss two new updates in the trial of former County Administrator Rob Telles, accused of murdering journalist Jeff German, and how road construction is hurting small businesses (and what our local government could do to help).


Earlier in the show, we mentioned ways to help those affected by the violence in Israel and Gaza. Here’s a list of vetted organizations sending humanitarian aid to the region.


We’re on social media! Follow us @CityCastVegas on Instagram. You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719.


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]]> 1930 What Happened to the Iconic Vegas Buffets? https://lasvegas.citycast.fm Once upon a time, buffets were as synonymous with Las Vegas as Elvis and gambling. But as our city’s tastes evolve, can the buffet hang on? Food historian Sarah Lohman joins host Dayvid Figler to tell us where buffets came from and where they are going. Pre-order Sarah’s new book, Endangered Eating: America’s Vanishing Foods, here. We’re on social media! Follow us @CityCastVegas on Twitter and Instagram. You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719. For more Las Vegas news, make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter here. Looking to advertise on City Cast Las Vegas? Check out our options for podcast and newsletter ads at citycast.fm/advertise. Thu, 19 Oct 2023 13:00:00 -0000 What Happened to the Iconic Vegas Buffets? full City Cast Once upon a time, buffets were as synonymous with Las Vegas as Elvis and gambling. But as our city’s tastes evolve, can the buffet hang on? Food historian Sarah Lohman joins host Dayvid Figler to tell us where buffets came from and where they are going. Pre-order Sarah’s new book, Endangered Eating: America’s Vanishing Foods, here. We’re on social media! Follow us @CityCastVegas on Twitter and Instagram. You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719. For more Las Vegas news, make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter here. Looking to advertise on City Cast Las Vegas? Check out our options for podcast and newsletter ads at citycast.fm/advertise. Once upon a time, buffets were as synonymous with Las Vegas as Elvis and gambling. But as our city’s tastes evolve, can the buffet hang on? Food historian Sarah Lohman joins host Dayvid Figler to tell us where buffets came from and where they are going.


Pre-order Sarah’s new book, Endangered Eating: America’s Vanishing Foods, here.


We’re on social media! Follow us @CityCastVegas on Twitter and Instagram. You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719.


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]]> 1436 Is Vegas Ready for Another Cyber Attack? https://lasvegas.citycast.fm When news broke of the cyber attacks on MGM and Caesars last month, Las Vegas was left reeling — and the lives of both tourists and employees were upended. Though the casino behemoths now reportedly have their systems back under control, the impacts are still being felt: Tens (if not hundreds) of millions of dollars in losses, the unknown extent of the personal data breach, and lawsuits. Today, host Dayvid Figler sits down with Las Vegas Weekly staff writer Amber Sampson, who recently wrote a feature story about what Vegas casinos are doing in the aftermath of these attacks. How is their security infrastructure changing, what should customers do to protect themselves, and the big question: Is Vegas ready for another cyber attack? We’re on social media! Follow us @CityCastVegas on Instagram. You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719. Want some more Las Vegas news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter here. Wed, 18 Oct 2023 13:00:00 -0000 Is Vegas Ready for Another Cyber Attack? full City Cast When news broke of the cyber attacks on MGM and Caesars last month, Las Vegas was left reeling — and the lives of both tourists and employees were upended. Though the casino behemoths now reportedly have their systems back under control, the impacts are still being felt: Tens (if not hundreds) of millions of dollars in losses, the unknown extent of the personal data breach, and lawsuits. Today, host Dayvid Figler sits down with Las Vegas Weekly staff writer Amber Sampson, who recently wrote a feature story about what Vegas casinos are doing in the aftermath of these attacks. How is their security infrastructure changing, what should customers do to protect themselves, and the big question: Is Vegas ready for another cyber attack? We’re on social media! Follow us @CityCastVegas on Instagram. You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719. Want some more Las Vegas news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter here. When news broke of the cyber attacks on MGM and Caesars last month, Las Vegas was left reeling — and the lives of both tourists and employees were upended. Though the casino behemoths now reportedly have their systems back under control, the impacts are still being felt: Tens (if not hundreds) of millions of dollars in losses, the unknown extent of the personal data breach, and lawsuits.


Today, host Dayvid Figler sits down with Las Vegas Weekly staff writer Amber Sampson, who recently wrote a feature story about what Vegas casinos are doing in the aftermath of these attacks. How is their security infrastructure changing, what should customers do to protect themselves, and the big question: Is Vegas ready for another cyber attack?


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]]> 1207 Your Ultimate Vegas Farmers Market Guide https://lasvegas.citycast.fm Las Vegas might not be surrounded by lush green farmland, but believe it or not, the Vegas Valley is something of a farmers market hot spot — we’ve got at least one market taking place every day here. To help us navigate all this bounty, host Dayvid Figler sits down with food entrepreneur Kris Wilson, who sells bread at markets around the valley. Kris tells us how farmers markets in Vegas are different from other cities, which markets to check out, and what to buy there. The Instagram accounts Kris mentions: Las Vegas Farmers Market LLC Fresh52 Farmers and Artisan Market Prevail Marketplace Lulu’s Vegan Market We’re on social media! Follow us @CityCastVegas on Instagram. You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719. For more Las Vegas news, make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter here. Looking to advertise on City Cast Las Vegas? Check out our options for podcast and newsletter ads at citycast.fm/advertise. Tue, 17 Oct 2023 13:00:00 -0000 Your Ultimate Vegas Farmers Market Guide full City Cast Las Vegas might not be surrounded by lush green farmland, but believe it or not, the Vegas Valley is something of a farmers market hot spot — we’ve got at least one market taking place every day here. To help us navigate all this bounty, host Dayvid Figler sits down with food entrepreneur Kris Wilson, who sells bread at markets around the valley. Kris tells us how farmers markets in Vegas are different from other cities, which markets to check out, and what to buy there. The Instagram accounts Kris mentions: Las Vegas Farmers Market LLC Fresh52 Farmers and Artisan Market Prevail Marketplace Lulu’s Vegan Market We’re on social media! Follow us @CityCastVegas on Instagram. You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719. For more Las Vegas news, make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter here. Looking to advertise on City Cast Las Vegas? Check out our options for podcast and newsletter ads at citycast.fm/advertise. Las Vegas might not be surrounded by lush green farmland, but believe it or not, the Vegas Valley is something of a farmers market hot spot — we’ve got at least one market taking place every day here. To help us navigate all this bounty, host Dayvid Figler sits down with food entrepreneur Kris Wilson, who sells bread at markets around the valley. Kris tells us how farmers markets in Vegas are different from other cities, which markets to check out, and what to buy there.


The Instagram accounts Kris mentions:


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]]> 1216 How to Get Your Halloween Chills in Vegas https://lasvegas.citycast.fm Whether you’re a scaredy cat or a full-on horror freak, Las Vegas has a range of events for everyone who wants to get goosebumps this month. Contributor MJ Lyle walks host Dayvid Figler through three levels of frights, from the spooky fun of a Halloween-themed brunch to the grisliest, most terrifying escape rooms in town. We’re on social media! Follow us @CityCastVegas on Twitter and Instagram. You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719. For more Las Vegas news, make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter here. Looking to advertise on City Cast Las Vegas? Check out our options for podcast and newsletter ads atcitycast.fm/advertise. Mon, 16 Oct 2023 13:00:00 -0000 How to Get Your Halloween Chills in Vegas full City Cast Whether you’re a scaredy cat or a full-on horror freak, Las Vegas has a range of events for everyone who wants to get goosebumps this month. Contributor MJ Lyle walks host Dayvid Figler through three levels of frights, from the spooky fun of a Halloween-themed brunch to the grisliest, most terrifying escape rooms in town. We’re on social media! Follow us @CityCastVegas on Twitter and Instagram. You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719. For more Las Vegas news, make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter here. Looking to advertise on City Cast Las Vegas? Check out our options for podcast and newsletter ads atcitycast.fm/advertise. Whether you’re a scaredy cat or a full-on horror freak, Las Vegas has a range of events for everyone who wants to get goosebumps this month. Contributor MJ Lyle walks host Dayvid Figler through three levels of frights, from the spooky fun of a Halloween-themed brunch to the grisliest, most terrifying escape rooms in town.


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]]> 1290 An F1 Traffic Solution (Maybe), CCSD’s School Choice, and Baby Tortoises https://lasvegas.citycast.fm/podcasts Just weeks before F1 is set to launch, the LVCVA has proposed a workaround for the 10,000 employees who will need to go to work on the Strip that week: A park-and-ride shuttle system. But what does this delayed solution say about F1 planning? Today, host Dayvid Figler sits down with contributor Andrew Kiraly and produce Layla Muhammad to talk about F1, CCSD’s answer to the school choice debates, and the baby tortoise program that’s fighting population decline. We’re on social media! Follow us @CityCastVegas on Instagram. You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719. Want some more Las Vegas news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter here. Fri, 13 Oct 2023 13:00:00 -0000 An F1 Traffic Solution (Maybe), CCSD’s School Choice, and Baby Tortoises full City Cast Just weeks before F1 is set to launch, the LVCVA has proposed a workaround for the 10,000 employees who will need to go to work on the Strip that week: A park-and-ride shuttle system. But what does this delayed solution say about F1 planning? Today, host Dayvid Figler sits down with contributor Andrew Kiraly and produce Layla Muhammad to talk about F1, CCSD’s answer to the school choice debates, and the baby tortoise program that’s fighting population decline. We’re on social media! Follow us @CityCastVegas on Instagram. You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719. Want some more Las Vegas news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter here. Just weeks before F1 is set to launch, the LVCVA has proposed a workaround for the 10,000 employees who will need to go to work on the Strip that week: A park-and-ride shuttle system. But what does this delayed solution say about F1 planning? Today, host Dayvid Figler sits down with contributor Andrew Kiraly and produce Layla Muhammad to talk about F1, CCSD’s answer to the school choice debates, and the baby tortoise program that’s fighting population decline.


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]]> 1819 The Best Oktoberfest Parties in Las Vegas https://lasvegas.citycast.fm The two-month-long Oktoberfest celebrations are well underway in Las Vegas and there’s more to it than just drinking beer! Today host Dayvid Figler sits down with musician and Oktoberfest performer Ginger Bruner to get all the inside tips on where to go for the best Oktoberfest parties. We’re on social media! Follow us @CityCastVegas on Twitter and Instagram. You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719. For more Las Vegas news, make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter here. Looking to advertise on City Cast Las Vegas? Check out our options for podcast and newsletter ads at citycast.fm/advertise. Thu, 12 Oct 2023 13:00:00 -0000 The Best Oktoberfest Parties in Las Vegas full City Cast The two-month-long Oktoberfest celebrations are well underway in Las Vegas and there’s more to it than just drinking beer! Today host Dayvid Figler sits down with musician and Oktoberfest performer Ginger Bruner to get all the inside tips on where to go for the best Oktoberfest parties. We’re on social media! Follow us @CityCastVegas on Twitter and Instagram. You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719. For more Las Vegas news, make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter here. Looking to advertise on City Cast Las Vegas? Check out our options for podcast and newsletter ads at citycast.fm/advertise. The two-month-long Oktoberfest celebrations are well underway in Las Vegas and there’s more to it than just drinking beer! Today host Dayvid Figler sits down with musician and Oktoberfest performer Ginger Bruner to get all the inside tips on where to go for the best Oktoberfest parties.


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]]> 1201 How Chandler Jones Is Starting a Conversation About Involuntary Commitment in Vegas https://lasvegas.citycast.fm Over the last few weeks, now-former Las Vegas Raiders defensive end Chandler Jones has had what appears to be a very public mental breakdown, including a series of tweets in which he says he was taken to a hospital and medicated against his will. Jones’ involuntary commitment have kicked off a wave of discussions around mental health, including a big one: How do you get someone involuntarily committed for mental health treatment in Nevada? Plus, how can you tell if they need help, and what happens during their 72-hour stay? Host Dayvid Figler gets some answers from Nevada psychotherapist Dr. Jim Jobin. If you or someone you know is struggling with thoughts about suicide or self harm, call 988. It’s a free, confidential, 24/7 hotline that anyone can call. You can also visit NAMI Southern Nevada for more info on support groups, education, and local resources. We’re on social media! Follow us @CityCastVegas on Twitter and Instagram. You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719. And for more Las Vegas news, make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter here. Looking to advertise on City Cast Las Vegas? Check out our options for podcast and newsletter ads at citycast.fm/advertise. Wed, 11 Oct 2023 13:00:00 -0000 How Chandler Jones Is Starting a Conversation About Involuntary Commitment in Vegas full City Cast Over the last few weeks, now-former Las Vegas Raiders defensive end Chandler Jones has had what appears to be a very public mental breakdown, including a series of tweets in which he says he was taken to a hospital and medicated against his will. Jones’ involuntary commitment have kicked off a wave of discussions around mental health, including a big one: How do you get someone involuntarily committed for mental health treatment in Nevada? Plus, how can you tell if they need help, and what happens during their 72-hour stay? Host Dayvid Figler gets some answers from Nevada psychotherapist Dr. Jim Jobin. If you or someone you know is struggling with thoughts about suicide or self harm, call 988. It’s a free, confidential, 24/7 hotline that anyone can call. You can also visit NAMI Southern Nevada for more info on support groups, education, and local resources. We’re on social media! Follow us @CityCastVegas on Twitter and Instagram. You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719. And for more Las Vegas news, make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter here. Looking to advertise on City Cast Las Vegas? Check out our options for podcast and newsletter ads at citycast.fm/advertise. Over the last few weeks, now-former Las Vegas Raiders defensive end Chandler Jones has had what appears to be a very public mental breakdown, including a series of tweets in which he says he was taken to a hospital and medicated against his will. Jones’ involuntary commitment have kicked off a wave of discussions around mental health, including a big one: How do you get someone involuntarily committed for mental health treatment in Nevada? Plus, how can you tell if they need help, and what happens during their 72-hour stay? Host Dayvid Figler gets some answers from Nevada psychotherapist Dr. Jim Jobin.


If you or someone you know is struggling with thoughts about suicide or self harm, call 988. It’s a free, confidential, 24/7 hotline that anyone can call. You can also visit NAMI Southern Nevada for more info on support groups, education, and local resources.


We’re on social media! Follow us @CityCastVegas on Twitter and Instagram. You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719. And for more Las Vegas news, make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter here.


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]]> 1497 An Insider’s Guide to Fall Camping Near Vegas https://lasvegas.citycast.fm/podcasts With temps finally in the double-digits, Las Vegans have so many more options for camping nearby: We can pitch our tents under the starry desert skies without burning to a crisp. Today, host (and noted indoors enthusiast) Dayvid Figler gets expert camping advice from Bertha Gutierrez, Program Director for the Conservation Lands Foundation. She shares her favorite nearby campsites, organized by level (from glamper to survivalist), and includes some great insider tips along the way, too — like where to find the best pie on the way to Utah! We’re on social media! Follow us @CityCastVegas on Twitter and Instagram. You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719. For more Las Vegas news, make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter here. Looking to advertise on City Cast Las Vegas? Check out our options for podcast and newsletter ads at citycast.fm/advertise. Here are links to Bertha’s picks: LEVEL 1 CAMPING Meadview, AZ RV camping Things to do around Meadview:  Arizona Joshua Tree Forest South Cove, Lake Mead National Recreation Area Skywalk at Grand Canyon West LEVEL 2 CAMPING Pahranagat National Wildlife Refuge at Upper Pahranagat Lake Free. First come, first serve campsites with vault toilets, fire rings, and picnic tables Location: https://maps.app.goo.gl/ACaCBSeKerpbuNkw7 Pine Valley Recreation Area in Pine Valley, UT Reservation required for a fee Campsites, vault toilets, fire rings, picnic tables.  Stop by Veyo Pies on the way there and back! LEVEL 3 CAMPING Be forewarned: No toilets, no visitor services, no cell phone signal, no stores, no picnic tables, etc. so bring plenty of food and water! Gold Butte National Monument Basin and Range National Monument Avi Kwa Ame National Monument Tue, 10 Oct 2023 13:00:00 -0000 An Insider’s Guide to Fall Camping Near Vegas full City Cast With temps finally in the double-digits, Las Vegans have so many more options for camping nearby: We can pitch our tents under the starry desert skies without burning to a crisp. Today, host (and noted indoors enthusiast) Dayvid Figler gets expert camping advice from Bertha Gutierrez, Program Director for the Conservation Lands Foundation. She shares her favorite nearby campsites, organized by level (from glamper to survivalist), and includes some great insider tips along the way, too — like where to find the best pie on the way to Utah! We’re on social media! Follow us @CityCastVegas on Twitter and Instagram. You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719. For more Las Vegas news, make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter here. Looking to advertise on City Cast Las Vegas? Check out our options for podcast and newsletter ads at citycast.fm/advertise. Here are links to Bertha’s picks: LEVEL 1 CAMPING Meadview, AZ RV camping Things to do around Meadview:  Arizona Joshua Tree Forest South Cove, Lake Mead National Recreation Area Skywalk at Grand Canyon West LEVEL 2 CAMPING Pahranagat National Wildlife Refuge at Upper Pahranagat Lake Free. First come, first serve campsites with vault toilets, fire rings, and picnic tables Location: https://maps.app.goo.gl/ACaCBSeKerpbuNkw7 Pine Valley Recreation Area in Pine Valley, UT Reservation required for a fee Campsites, vault toilets, fire rings, picnic tables.  Stop by Veyo Pies on the way there and back! LEVEL 3 CAMPING Be forewarned: No toilets, no visitor services, no cell phone signal, no stores, no picnic tables, etc. so bring plenty of food and water! Gold Butte National Monument Basin and Range National Monument Avi Kwa Ame National Monument With temps finally in the double-digits, Las Vegans have so many more options for camping nearby: We can pitch our tents under the starry desert skies without burning to a crisp. Today, host (and noted indoors enthusiast) Dayvid Figler gets expert camping advice from Bertha Gutierrez, Program Director for the Conservation Lands Foundation. She shares her favorite nearby campsites, organized by level (from glamper to survivalist), and includes some great insider tips along the way, too — like where to find the best pie on the way to Utah!


We’re on social media! Follow us @CityCastVegas on Twitter and Instagram. You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719. For more Las Vegas news, make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter here.


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Here are links to Bertha’s picks:


LEVEL 1 CAMPING


LEVEL 2 CAMPING


LEVEL 3 CAMPING

]]> 1428 U2 at the Sphere, School Start Times, and New Street Vendor Rules https://lasvegas.citycast.fm The Nevada State Board of Education (SBE) approved a proposal Wednesday which would require schools to apply for a waiver if they want to start school before 8 a.m., citing teen sleep deprivation as a major concern. But CCSD is fighting back, claiming the plan is “rushed” and could lead to unintended consequences. Today, host Dayvid Figler, News 3 reporter Brett Forrest, and CCLV lead producer Sonja Cho Swanson get into the weeds of this proposal. Next, they tackle Clark County’s new street vendors rules — what lessons can be learned from this rocky rollout? And last, the Sphere’s spectacular concert debut was met with wild acclaim. But has the Sphere changed the concert-going experience for the better or worse? We’re on social media! Follow us @CityCastVegas on Twitter and Instagram. You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719. For more Las Vegas news, make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter here. Looking to advertise on City Cast Las Vegas? Check out our options for podcast and newsletter ads at citycast.fm/advertise. Fri, 06 Oct 2023 13:00:00 -0000 U2 at the Sphere, School Start Times, and New Street Vendor Rules full City Cast The Nevada State Board of Education (SBE) approved a proposal Wednesday which would require schools to apply for a waiver if they want to start school before 8 a.m., citing teen sleep deprivation as a major concern. But CCSD is fighting back, claiming the plan is “rushed” and could lead to unintended consequences. Today, host Dayvid Figler, News 3 reporter Brett Forrest, and CCLV lead producer Sonja Cho Swanson get into the weeds of this proposal. Next, they tackle Clark County’s new street vendors rules — what lessons can be learned from this rocky rollout? And last, the Sphere’s spectacular concert debut was met with wild acclaim. But has the Sphere changed the concert-going experience for the better or worse? We’re on social media! Follow us @CityCastVegas on Twitter and Instagram. You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719. For more Las Vegas news, make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter here. Looking to advertise on City Cast Las Vegas? Check out our options for podcast and newsletter ads at citycast.fm/advertise. The Nevada State Board of Education (SBE) approved a proposal Wednesday which would require schools to apply for a waiver if they want to start school before 8 a.m., citing teen sleep deprivation as a major concern. But CCSD is fighting back, claiming the plan is “rushed” and could lead to unintended consequences. Today, host Dayvid Figler, News 3 reporter Brett Forrest, and CCLV lead producer Sonja Cho Swanson get into the weeds of this proposal. Next, they tackle Clark County’s new street vendors rules — what lessons can be learned from this rocky rollout? And last, the Sphere’s spectacular concert debut was met with wild acclaim. But has the Sphere changed the concert-going experience for the better or worse?


We’re on social media! Follow us @CityCastVegas on Twitter and Instagram. You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719.


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]]> 1796 Why National Food Awards Ignore Vegas https://lasvegas.citycast.fm National publications frequently run best-of roundups heralding the country’s top restaurants and bars; recent examples include the New York Times and Bon Appétit, which have featured restaurants from towns as far-flung as Juneau, Alaska, Caldwell, Idaho, and Iowa City. Meanwhile, the Las Vegas restaurant scene is usually excluded, ignored — snubbed, even. Why? Vegas locals know that our city’s scene has long evolved past the days of buffets and shrimp cocktails. So today, host Dayvid Figler puts the question to longtime journalist and restaurant marketing expert Eric Gladstone: Why isn’t the national food media paying more attention to Vegas, and what are they missing out on? Don’t forget: Eric’s agency, Feast of Friends, is running Vegas Unstripped, an amazing local food festival, on Saturday, October 14th. The whole City Cast Las Vegas team is going, and you should too! We’re giving away two pairs of free tickets, so head over to lasvegas.citycast.fm/unstripped to enter by October 9th. We’re on social media! Follow us @CityCastVegas on Twitter and Instagram. You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719. And for more Las Vegas news, make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter here. Looking to advertise on City Cast Las Vegas? Check out our options for podcast and newsletter ads at citycast.fm/advertise. Thu, 05 Oct 2023 13:00:00 -0000 Why National Food Awards Ignore Vegas full City Cast National publications frequently run best-of roundups heralding the country’s top restaurants and bars; recent examples include the New York Times and Bon Appétit, which have featured restaurants from towns as far-flung as Juneau, Alaska, Caldwell, Idaho, and Iowa City. Meanwhile, the Las Vegas restaurant scene is usually excluded, ignored — snubbed, even. Why? Vegas locals know that our city’s scene has long evolved past the days of buffets and shrimp cocktails. So today, host Dayvid Figler puts the question to longtime journalist and restaurant marketing expert Eric Gladstone: Why isn’t the national food media paying more attention to Vegas, and what are they missing out on? Don’t forget: Eric’s agency, Feast of Friends, is running Vegas Unstripped, an amazing local food festival, on Saturday, October 14th. The whole City Cast Las Vegas team is going, and you should too! We’re giving away two pairs of free tickets, so head over to lasvegas.citycast.fm/unstripped to enter by October 9th. We’re on social media! Follow us @CityCastVegas on Twitter and Instagram. You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719. And for more Las Vegas news, make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter here. Looking to advertise on City Cast Las Vegas? Check out our options for podcast and newsletter ads at citycast.fm/advertise. National publications frequently run best-of roundups heralding the country’s top restaurants and bars; recent examples include the New York Times and Bon Appétit, which have featured restaurants from towns as far-flung as Juneau, Alaska, Caldwell, Idaho, and Iowa City. Meanwhile, the Las Vegas restaurant scene is usually excluded, ignored — snubbed, even. Why? Vegas locals know that our city’s scene has long evolved past the days of buffets and shrimp cocktails. So today, host Dayvid Figler puts the question to longtime journalist and restaurant marketing expert Eric Gladstone: Why isn’t the national food media paying more attention to Vegas, and what are they missing out on?


Don’t forget: Eric’s agency, Feast of Friends, is running Vegas Unstripped, an amazing local food festival, on Saturday, October 14th. The whole City Cast Las Vegas team is going, and you should too! We’re giving away two pairs of free tickets, so head over to lasvegas.citycast.fm/unstripped to enter by October 9th.


We’re on social media! Follow us @CityCastVegas on Twitter and Instagram. You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719. And for more Las Vegas news, make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter here.


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]]> 1435 Where to Celebrate Fall in Vegas https://lasvegas.citycast.fm/podcasts You can tell autumn has come to Las Vegas by the skin that’s still on your hands after you grab the steering wheel. Still, since we don’t enjoy the flagrant leaf action that other biomes use to mark the season change, how can Las Vegans imbibe some of those cozy fall vibes? Tune in as podcast host Dayvid Figler, lead producer Sonja Cho Swanson, and producer Layla Muhammad drop some pumpkin-spiced knowledge. Want to win a pair of free tickets (worth $150 each) to the hottest food festival off the Strip? Head over to lasvegas.citycast.fm/unstripped to enter! We’re on social media! Follow us @CityCastVegas on Twitter and Instagram. You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719. For more Las Vegas news, make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter here. Looking to advertise on City Cast Las Vegas? Check out our options for podcast and newsletter ads at citycast.fm/advertise. Wed, 04 Oct 2023 13:00:00 -0000 Where to Celebrate Fall in Vegas full City Cast You can tell autumn has come to Las Vegas by the skin that’s still on your hands after you grab the steering wheel. Still, since we don’t enjoy the flagrant leaf action that other biomes use to mark the season change, how can Las Vegans imbibe some of those cozy fall vibes? Tune in as podcast host Dayvid Figler, lead producer Sonja Cho Swanson, and producer Layla Muhammad drop some pumpkin-spiced knowledge. Want to win a pair of free tickets (worth $150 each) to the hottest food festival off the Strip? Head over to lasvegas.citycast.fm/unstripped to enter! We’re on social media! Follow us @CityCastVegas on Twitter and Instagram. You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719. For more Las Vegas news, make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter here. Looking to advertise on City Cast Las Vegas? Check out our options for podcast and newsletter ads at citycast.fm/advertise. You can tell autumn has come to Las Vegas by the skin that’s still on your hands after you grab the steering wheel. Still, since we don’t enjoy the flagrant leaf action that other biomes use to mark the season change, how can Las Vegans imbibe some of those cozy fall vibes? Tune in as podcast host Dayvid Figler, lead producer Sonja Cho Swanson, and producer Layla Muhammad drop some pumpkin-spiced knowledge.


Want to win a pair of free tickets (worth $150 each) to the hottest food festival off the Strip? Head over to lasvegas.citycast.fm/unstripped to enter!


We’re on social media! Follow us @CityCastVegas on Twitter and Instagram. You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719. For more Las Vegas news, make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter here.


Looking to advertise on City Cast Las Vegas? Check out our options for podcast and newsletter ads at citycast.fm/advertise.

]]> 1308 The Best Ghost Towns and Haunts Near Las Vegas https://lasvegas.citycast.fm/podcasts Today is the first in a three-part series on fall getaways and now that October is here, no one can tell us it’s too early to start celebrating Halloween! To get Las Vegas in the mood for Spooky Season, host Dayvid Figler sits down with Tracie Barnthouse and Megg Mueller from Travel Nevada. With ghost towns outnumbering our actual populated towns 6 to 1, it can be hard to tell which ones are worth the trip. Tracie and Megg help us pick the best haunted road trip destinations around Las Vegas and share some creepy stories from their travels. Want free tickets to an amazing food festival? Enter here to win one of two pairs of tickets to Vegas Unstripped — we'll be there, so say hello! We’re also on social media! Follow us @CityCastVegas on Twitter and Instagram. You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719. And for more Las Vegas news, make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter here. Looking to advertise on City Cast Las Vegas? Check out our options for podcast and newsletter ads at citycast.fm/advertise. Tue, 03 Oct 2023 13:00:00 -0000 The Best Ghost Towns and Haunts Near Las Vegas full City Cast Today is the first in a three-part series on fall getaways and now that October is here, no one can tell us it’s too early to start celebrating Halloween! To get Las Vegas in the mood for Spooky Season, host Dayvid Figler sits down with Tracie Barnthouse and Megg Mueller from Travel Nevada. With ghost towns outnumbering our actual populated towns 6 to 1, it can be hard to tell which ones are worth the trip. Tracie and Megg help us pick the best haunted road trip destinations around Las Vegas and share some creepy stories from their travels. Want free tickets to an amazing food festival? Enter here to win one of two pairs of tickets to Vegas Unstripped — we'll be there, so say hello! We’re also on social media! Follow us @CityCastVegas on Twitter and Instagram. You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719. And for more Las Vegas news, make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter here. Looking to advertise on City Cast Las Vegas? Check out our options for podcast and newsletter ads at citycast.fm/advertise. Today is the first in a three-part series on fall getaways and now that October is here, no one can tell us it’s too early to start celebrating Halloween! To get Las Vegas in the mood for Spooky Season, host Dayvid Figler sits down with Tracie Barnthouse and Megg Mueller from Travel Nevada. With ghost towns outnumbering our actual populated towns 6 to 1, it can be hard to tell which ones are worth the trip. Tracie and Megg help us pick the best haunted road trip destinations around Las Vegas and share some creepy stories from their travels.


Want free tickets to an amazing food festival? Enter here to win one of two pairs of tickets to Vegas Unstripped — we'll be there, so say hello!


We’re also on social media! Follow us @CityCastVegas on Twitter and Instagram. You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719. And for more Las Vegas news, make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter here.


Looking to advertise on City Cast Las Vegas? Check out our options for podcast and newsletter ads at citycast.fm/advertise.

]]> 1421 What We Know About The Tupac Murder Arrest https://lasvegas.citycast.fm/podcasts Twenty-seven years after Tupac Shakur was murdered on a Las Vegas street, a local man has been arrested in connection with the shooting. Duane “Keffe D” Davis, who has long admitted being in the car from which the fatal shots were fired, was arrested in Henderson. Prosecutors say that 27 years ago he was the “on-ground, on-site commander” in a gang conflict, and that he ordered the shooting. Today, host Dayvid Figler dives into the news with author Cathy Scott who wrote the popular true crime biography “The Killing of Tupac Shakur.” Scott explains Davis’ connection to Tupac and why it took this long to make an arrest despite a 2019 memoir placing Davis in the car. What was your reaction to the news? Let us know on social media! Follow us @CityCastVegas on Twitter and Instagram. You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719. For more Las Vegas news, make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter here. Looking to advertise on City Cast Las Vegas? Check out our options for podcast and newsletter ads at citycast.fm/advertise. Mon, 02 Oct 2023 13:00:00 -0000 What We Know About The Tupac Murder Arrest full City Cast Twenty-seven years after Tupac Shakur was murdered on a Las Vegas street, a local man has been arrested in connection with the shooting. Duane “Keffe D” Davis, who has long admitted being in the car from which the fatal shots were fired, was arrested in Henderson. Prosecutors say that 27 years ago he was the “on-ground, on-site commander” in a gang conflict, and that he ordered the shooting. Today, host Dayvid Figler dives into the news with author Cathy Scott who wrote the popular true crime biography “The Killing of Tupac Shakur.” Scott explains Davis’ connection to Tupac and why it took this long to make an arrest despite a 2019 memoir placing Davis in the car. What was your reaction to the news? Let us know on social media! Follow us @CityCastVegas on Twitter and Instagram. You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719. For more Las Vegas news, make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter here. Looking to advertise on City Cast Las Vegas? Check out our options for podcast and newsletter ads at citycast.fm/advertise. Twenty-seven years after Tupac Shakur was murdered on a Las Vegas street, a local man has been arrested in connection with the shooting. Duane “Keffe D” Davis, who has long admitted being in the car from which the fatal shots were fired, was arrested in Henderson. Prosecutors say that 27 years ago he was the “on-ground, on-site commander” in a gang conflict, and that he ordered the shooting. Today, host Dayvid Figler dives into the news with author Cathy Scott who wrote the popular true crime biography “The Killing of Tupac Shakur.” Scott explains Davis’ connection to Tupac and why it took this long to make an arrest despite a 2019 memoir placing Davis in the car.


What was your reaction to the news? Let us know on social media! Follow us @CityCastVegas on Twitter and Instagram. You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719.


For more Las Vegas news, make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter here.


Looking to advertise on City Cast Las Vegas? Check out our options for podcast and newsletter ads at citycast.fm/advertise.

]]> 968 Strike! Strike! (Maybe.) Plus, the Fontainebleau, and Barry Manilow https://lasvegas.citycast.fm On Wednesday night, members of Culinary 226, the city’s biggest union, voted to authorize a strike. Their demands range from better wages and safety precautions, to newer ones, like protections against new technologies that could endanger jobs. The ace up their sleeve might be the major events headed to the Strip, like F1 and the Superbowl. But will Culinary go that far? Today, host Dayvid Figler chats it up with contributors April Corbin Girnus and Sarah Lohman. They also talk about the Fontainebleau’s imminent opening, 16 years in the making, and Barry Manilow’s record-breaking streak at the Westgate. We’re on social media! Follow us @CityCastVegas on Twitter and Instagram. You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719. For more Las Vegas news, make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter here. Looking to advertise on City Cast Las Vegas? Check out our options for podcast and newsletter ads at citycast.fm/advertise. Fri, 29 Sep 2023 13:00:00 -0000 Strike! Strike! (Maybe.) Plus, the Fontainebleau, and Barry Manilow full City Cast On Wednesday night, members of Culinary 226, the city’s biggest union, voted to authorize a strike. Their demands range from better wages and safety precautions, to newer ones, like protections against new technologies that could endanger jobs. The ace up their sleeve might be the major events headed to the Strip, like F1 and the Superbowl. But will Culinary go that far? Today, host Dayvid Figler chats it up with contributors April Corbin Girnus and Sarah Lohman. They also talk about the Fontainebleau’s imminent opening, 16 years in the making, and Barry Manilow’s record-breaking streak at the Westgate. We’re on social media! Follow us @CityCastVegas on Twitter and Instagram. You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719. For more Las Vegas news, make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter here. Looking to advertise on City Cast Las Vegas? Check out our options for podcast and newsletter ads at citycast.fm/advertise. On Wednesday night, members of Culinary 226, the city’s biggest union, voted to authorize a strike. Their demands range from better wages and safety precautions, to newer ones, like protections against new technologies that could endanger jobs. The ace up their sleeve might be the major events headed to the Strip, like F1 and the Superbowl. But will Culinary go that far? Today, host Dayvid Figler chats it up with contributors April Corbin Girnus and Sarah Lohman. They also talk about the Fontainebleau’s imminent opening, 16 years in the making, and Barry Manilow’s record-breaking streak at the Westgate.


We’re on social media! Follow us @CityCastVegas on Twitter and Instagram. You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719.


For more Las Vegas news, make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter here.


Looking to advertise on City Cast Las Vegas? Check out our options for podcast and newsletter ads at citycast.fm/advertise.

]]> 1796 Why Our Local Comedy Scene is Having a Moment https://lasvegas.citycast.fm It’s not hard to find comedy in Vegas — if you’re willing to pay for it. There’s always some big-name comic whose face is plastered on a casino marquee. But what about our local comedy scene? Where can locals go for laughs without paying for pricey tickets? Today, host Dayvid Figler talks with comedy journalist Julie Seabaugh, a former Vegas resident who’s back in town this week for Skankfest, our city’s biggest and newest comedy festival. And Julie says this event could be a turning point for comedy in our city. You can find Julie’s latest book, “A Tight 20: Two Decades of Comedy Journalism,” here. We’re on social media! Follow us @CityCastVegas on Twitter and Instagram. You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719. For more Las Vegas news, make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter here. Looking to advertise on City Cast Las Vegas? Check out our options for podcast and newsletter ads atcitycast.fm/advertise. Thu, 28 Sep 2023 13:00:00 -0000 Why Our Local Comedy Scene is Having a Moment full City Cast It’s not hard to find comedy in Vegas — if you’re willing to pay for it. There’s always some big-name comic whose face is plastered on a casino marquee. But what about our local comedy scene? Where can locals go for laughs without paying for pricey tickets? Today, host Dayvid Figler talks with comedy journalist Julie Seabaugh, a former Vegas resident who’s back in town this week for Skankfest, our city’s biggest and newest comedy festival. And Julie says this event could be a turning point for comedy in our city. You can find Julie’s latest book, “A Tight 20: Two Decades of Comedy Journalism,” here. We’re on social media! Follow us @CityCastVegas on Twitter and Instagram. You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719. For more Las Vegas news, make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter here. Looking to advertise on City Cast Las Vegas? Check out our options for podcast and newsletter ads atcitycast.fm/advertise. It’s not hard to find comedy in Vegas — if you’re willing to pay for it. There’s always some big-name comic whose face is plastered on a casino marquee. But what about our local comedy scene? Where can locals go for laughs without paying for pricey tickets? Today, host Dayvid Figler talks with comedy journalist Julie Seabaugh, a former Vegas resident who’s back in town this week for Skankfest, our city’s biggest and newest comedy festival. And Julie says this event could be a turning point for comedy in our city.


You can find Julie’s latest book, “A Tight 20: Two Decades of Comedy Journalism,” here.


We’re on social media! Follow us @CityCastVegas on Twitter and Instagram. You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719.


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]]> 1290 The Best Places to View The Sphere The newest (and brightest) addition to our skyline, The Sphere at The Venetian Resort, is truly a Las Vegas spectacle to behold. For those who didn’t snag tickets to U2’s first residency show this weekend, you aren’t iced out of the experience. The nightly light show on the outside featuring huge images like a realistic eye, a jack-o-lantern, and even the moon are stunning enough to draw its own crowd and it’s free to look! But where is the best place for viewing the Sphere and maybe even snapping a shot? Las Vegas photojournalist Mikayla Whitmore shares their tips for viewing and photographing the Sphere with host Dayvid Figler. Check out Mikayla’s featured image in Bloomberg here. We’re on social media! Follow us @CityCastVegas on Twitter and Instagram. You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719. For more Las Vegas news, make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter here. Looking to advertise on City Cast Las Vegas? Check out our options for podcast and newsletter ads at citycast.fm/advertise. Wed, 27 Sep 2023 13:00:00 -0000 The Best Places to View The Sphere full City Cast The newest (and brightest) addition to our skyline, The Sphere at The Venetian Resort, is truly a Las Vegas spectacle to behold. For those who didn’t snag tickets to U2’s first residency show this weekend, you aren’t iced out of the experience. The nightly light show on the outside featuring huge images like a realistic eye, a jack-o-lantern, and even the moon are stunning enough to draw its own crowd and it’s free to look! But where is the best place for viewing the Sphere and maybe even snapping a shot? Las Vegas photojournalist Mikayla Whitmore shares their tips for viewing and photographing the Sphere with host Dayvid Figler. Check out Mikayla’s featured image in Bloomberg here. We’re on social media! Follow us @CityCastVegas on Twitter and Instagram. You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719. For more Las Vegas news, make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter here. Looking to advertise on City Cast Las Vegas? Check out our options for podcast and newsletter ads at citycast.fm/advertise. The newest (and brightest) addition to our skyline, The Sphere at The Venetian Resort, is truly a Las Vegas spectacle to behold. For those who didn’t snag tickets to U2’s first residency show this weekend, you aren’t iced out of the experience. The nightly light show on the outside featuring huge images like a realistic eye, a jack-o-lantern, and even the moon are stunning enough to draw its own crowd and it’s free to look! But where is the best place for viewing the Sphere and maybe even snapping a shot? Las Vegas photojournalist Mikayla Whitmore shares their tips for viewing and photographing the Sphere with host Dayvid Figler.


Check out Mikayla’s featured image in Bloomberg here.


We’re on social media! Follow us @CityCastVegas on Twitter and Instagram. You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719.


For more Las Vegas news, make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter here.


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]]> 1249 Public Art We Love to Hate https://lasvegas.citycast.fm Have you ever walked past a sculpture, mural, or… object in Las Vegas and wondered… why the heck did my city pay for that? You’re not alone: Today, host Dayvid Figler sits down with newsletter editor Scott Dickensheets and contributor Vogue Robinson to gripe about the public art around town we love to hate — and why good public art matters. We’re on social media! Follow us @CityCastVegas on Twitter and Instagram. You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719. For more Las Vegas news, make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter here. Looking to advertise on City Cast Las Vegas? Check out our options for podcast and newsletter ads atcitycast.fm/advertise. Tue, 26 Sep 2023 13:00:00 -0000 Public Art We Love to Hate full City Cast Have you ever walked past a sculpture, mural, or… object in Las Vegas and wondered… why the heck did my city pay for that? You’re not alone: Today, host Dayvid Figler sits down with newsletter editor Scott Dickensheets and contributor Vogue Robinson to gripe about the public art around town we love to hate — and why good public art matters. We’re on social media! Follow us @CityCastVegas on Twitter and Instagram. You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719. For more Las Vegas news, make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter here. Looking to advertise on City Cast Las Vegas? Check out our options for podcast and newsletter ads atcitycast.fm/advertise. Have you ever walked past a sculpture, mural, or… object in Las Vegas and wondered… why the heck did my city pay for that? You’re not alone: Today, host Dayvid Figler sits down with newsletter editor Scott Dickensheets and contributor Vogue Robinson to gripe about the public art around town we love to hate — and why good public art matters.


We’re on social media! Follow us @CityCastVegas on Twitter and Instagram. You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719.


For more Las Vegas news, make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter here.


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]]> 1293 What We Get Wrong About the Tunnels Under Vegas https://lasvegas.citycast.fm/ Books have been written, news segments filmed, and political speeches made about the storm tunnels under Las Vegas and the shifting population that lives there. It makes for titillating urban folklore — a subterranean quasi-community shuffling through the darkness beneath the bright city. But what’s the reality? Nevada Current reporter Michael Lyle joins the podcast to give host Dayvid Figler and lead producer Sonja Cho Swanson the real lowdown. Read Michael's latest reporting on homeless encampments here. Keep the conversation going with us on social media! Follow us @CityCastVegas on Instagram. You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719. For more Las Vegas news, make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter here. Looking to advertise on City Cast Las Vegas? Check out our options for podcast and newsletter ads at citycast.fm/advertise. Mon, 25 Sep 2023 13:00:00 -0000 What We Get Wrong About the Tunnels Under Vegas full City Cast Books have been written, news segments filmed, and political speeches made about the storm tunnels under Las Vegas and the shifting population that lives there. It makes for titillating urban folklore — a subterranean quasi-community shuffling through the darkness beneath the bright city. But what’s the reality? Nevada Current reporter Michael Lyle joins the podcast to give host Dayvid Figler and lead producer Sonja Cho Swanson the real lowdown. Read Michael's latest reporting on homeless encampments here. Keep the conversation going with us on social media! Follow us @CityCastVegas on Instagram. You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719. For more Las Vegas news, make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter here. Looking to advertise on City Cast Las Vegas? Check out our options for podcast and newsletter ads at citycast.fm/advertise. Books have been written, news segments filmed, and political speeches made about the storm tunnels under Las Vegas and the shifting population that lives there. It makes for titillating urban folklore — a subterranean quasi-community shuffling through the darkness beneath the bright city. But what’s the reality? Nevada Current reporter Michael Lyle joins the podcast to give host Dayvid Figler and lead producer Sonja Cho Swanson the real lowdown.


Read Michael's latest reporting on homeless encampments here.


Keep the conversation going with us on social media! Follow us @CityCastVegas on Instagram. You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719.


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]]> 1468 The Sphere’s New Robot, Elon Musk’s Hate Campaign, and Goodbye Bellagio Trees https://lasvegas.citycast.fm A lot of outrage has been swirling around the Las Vegas community this week. First, Elon Musk incited a hate campaign on X (formerly Twitter) towards the Review-Journal and their journalist after she reported on the murder of a retired police chief. Also, shortly following the removal of mature trees on Las Vegas Blvd to make way for F1 grandstands, Las Vegans and tourists are saddened to lose the shade and the iconic backdrop for the Bellagio Fountains. Lastly, a new humanoid robot greeter at The Sphere is bringing both the shock and awe. Host Dayvid Figler is joined by Nevada Independent journalist Tabitha Mueller and writer and contributor Brent Holmes to wade through this week of news. Let us know which one of these things outraged you the most this week, the Bellagio trees or hate campaign on X. Leave us a voicemail at 702-514-0719. We’re also on social media! Follow us @CityCastVegas on Twitter and Instagram. Keep up with all the changes happening in Las Vegas with our morning newsletter. Make sure to sign up here. Fri, 22 Sep 2023 13:00:00 -0000 The Sphere’s New Robot, Elon Musk’s Hate Campaign, and Goodbye Bellagio Trees full City Cast A lot of outrage has been swirling around the Las Vegas community this week. First, Elon Musk incited a hate campaign on X (formerly Twitter) towards the Review-Journal and their journalist after she reported on the murder of a retired police chief. Also, shortly following the removal of mature trees on Las Vegas Blvd to make way for F1 grandstands, Las Vegans and tourists are saddened to lose the shade and the iconic backdrop for the Bellagio Fountains. Lastly, a new humanoid robot greeter at The Sphere is bringing both the shock and awe. Host Dayvid Figler is joined by Nevada Independent journalist Tabitha Mueller and writer and contributor Brent Holmes to wade through this week of news. Let us know which one of these things outraged you the most this week, the Bellagio trees or hate campaign on X. Leave us a voicemail at 702-514-0719. We’re also on social media! Follow us @CityCastVegas on Twitter and Instagram. Keep up with all the changes happening in Las Vegas with our morning newsletter. Make sure to sign up here. A lot of outrage has been swirling around the Las Vegas community this week. First, Elon Musk incited a hate campaign on X (formerly Twitter) towards the Review-Journal and their journalist after she reported on the murder of a retired police chief. Also, shortly following the removal of mature trees on Las Vegas Blvd to make way for F1 grandstands, Las Vegans and tourists are saddened to lose the shade and the iconic backdrop for the Bellagio Fountains. Lastly, a new humanoid robot greeter at The Sphere is bringing both the shock and awe. Host Dayvid Figler is joined by Nevada Independent journalist Tabitha Mueller and writer and contributor Brent Holmes to wade through this week of news.


Let us know which one of these things outraged you the most this week, the Bellagio trees or hate campaign on X. Leave us a voicemail at 702-514-0719. We’re also on social media! Follow us @CityCastVegas on Twitter and Instagram.


Keep up with all the changes happening in Las Vegas with our morning newsletter. Make sure to sign up here.

]]> 1980 How to Spend Your Entire Paycheck on Dinner in Vegas https://lasvegas.citycast.fm One of the best things about Las Vegas is that we cater to every price point: From taco trucks and budget motels to luxury suites and prix fixe menus, we’ve got it all. But how much money can you throw down on a meal in Vegas? Today, host Dayvid Figler chats with food influencer Phil Tzeng, AKA Las Vegas Fill, about the most expensive meals money can buy in Las Vegas. We’re talking Russian caviar flights, French butter towers, and fish flown in from Japan the night before — because no one excels at excess like Las Vegas. A list of the restaurants Phil mentions: Sushi Kame Grand Cru by Partage Restaurant Guy Savoy at Caesars Palace Joël Robuchon at the MGM Grand We’re on social media! Follow us @CityCastVegas on Twitter and Instagram. You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719. Want more Las Vegas news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter here. Thu, 21 Sep 2023 13:00:00 -0000 How to Spend Your Entire Paycheck on Dinner in Vegas full City Cast One of the best things about Las Vegas is that we cater to every price point: From taco trucks and budget motels to luxury suites and prix fixe menus, we’ve got it all. But how much money can you throw down on a meal in Vegas? Today, host Dayvid Figler chats with food influencer Phil Tzeng, AKA Las Vegas Fill, about the most expensive meals money can buy in Las Vegas. We’re talking Russian caviar flights, French butter towers, and fish flown in from Japan the night before — because no one excels at excess like Las Vegas. A list of the restaurants Phil mentions: Sushi Kame Grand Cru by Partage Restaurant Guy Savoy at Caesars Palace Joël Robuchon at the MGM Grand We’re on social media! Follow us @CityCastVegas on Twitter and Instagram. You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719. Want more Las Vegas news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter here. One of the best things about Las Vegas is that we cater to every price point: From taco trucks and budget motels to luxury suites and prix fixe menus, we’ve got it all. But how much money can you throw down on a meal in Vegas? Today, host Dayvid Figler chats with food influencer Phil Tzeng, AKA Las Vegas Fill, about the most expensive meals money can buy in Las Vegas. We’re talking Russian caviar flights, French butter towers, and fish flown in from Japan the night before — because no one excels at excess like Las Vegas.


A list of the restaurants Phil mentions:


We’re on social media! Follow us @CityCastVegas on Twitter and Instagram. You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719.


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]]> 1283 What the MGM Cyberattack Means for the Strip https://lasvegas.citycast.fm/ Computer systems have been down for almost two weeks at MGM Resorts properties nationwide. What the company called a cybersecurity issue was later revealed to be a ransomware attack by hackers who accessed their systems from a phone call. Guests have reported everything from online booking services to the lights in hotel rooms not working. In the midst of this meltdown, Caesars Entertainment revealed that they were also hacked less than a week earlier. Scott Roeben aka Vital Vegas shares his inside knowledge of what is happening and what this means for the future of our city with host Dayvid Figler.  Were you affected by the MGM computers shutting down? Tell us your story in a voicemail at 702-514-0719. We’re on also social media! Follow us @CityCastVegas on Twitter and Instagram.  Keep up with all the latest Vegas news by signing up for our morning newsletter, Hey Las Vegas, here. Wed, 20 Sep 2023 13:00:00 -0000 What the MGM Cyberattack Means for the Strip full City Cast Computer systems have been down for almost two weeks at MGM Resorts properties nationwide. What the company called a cybersecurity issue was later revealed to be a ransomware attack by hackers who accessed their systems from a phone call. Guests have reported everything from online booking services to the lights in hotel rooms not working. In the midst of this meltdown, Caesars Entertainment revealed that they were also hacked less than a week earlier. Scott Roeben aka Vital Vegas shares his inside knowledge of what is happening and what this means for the future of our city with host Dayvid Figler.  Were you affected by the MGM computers shutting down? Tell us your story in a voicemail at 702-514-0719. We’re on also social media! Follow us @CityCastVegas on Twitter and Instagram.  Keep up with all the latest Vegas news by signing up for our morning newsletter, Hey Las Vegas, here. Computer systems have been down for almost two weeks at MGM Resorts properties nationwide. What the company called a cybersecurity issue was later revealed to be a ransomware attack by hackers who accessed their systems from a phone call. Guests have reported everything from online booking services to the lights in hotel rooms not working. In the midst of this meltdown, Caesars Entertainment revealed that they were also hacked less than a week earlier. Scott Roeben aka Vital Vegas shares his inside knowledge of what is happening and what this means for the future of our city with host Dayvid Figler. 


Were you affected by the MGM computers shutting down? Tell us your story in a voicemail at 702-514-0719. We’re on also social media! Follow us @CityCastVegas on Twitter and Instagram. 


Keep up with all the latest Vegas news by signing up for our morning newsletter, Hey Las Vegas, here.

]]> 1468 The Bizarrest Day Trip From Vegas to Tonopah https://lasvegas.citycast.fm/ Oddly enough, there are a lot of specially designated highways in Nevada, and with this perfect road trip weather, we are taking a look at “a dose of pure Nevadan oddity” — U.S. Route 95 to Tonopah. It has been dubbed the Bizarro Desert Highway, and travel influencer Terri Galura-Chiong has driven the route to know exactly how bizarre it really is. Join Terri and host Dayvid Figler as they map out the weirdest day trip ever, from the Alien Research Center to the notorious Clown Motel. You can find more from Terri on Instagram @savorsincity. Have you stopped along the Bizarro Desert Highway? Share your pics with us on social media! @CityCastVegas on Twitter and Instagram. You can also call or text us with your best travel story from the route at 702-514-0719. Looking for more things to do in (and around) Las Vegas? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter here. Tue, 19 Sep 2023 13:00:00 -0000 The Bizarrest Day Trip From Vegas to Tonopah full City Cast Oddly enough, there are a lot of specially designated highways in Nevada, and with this perfect road trip weather, we are taking a look at “a dose of pure Nevadan oddity” — U.S. Route 95 to Tonopah. It has been dubbed the Bizarro Desert Highway, and travel influencer Terri Galura-Chiong has driven the route to know exactly how bizarre it really is. Join Terri and host Dayvid Figler as they map out the weirdest day trip ever, from the Alien Research Center to the notorious Clown Motel. You can find more from Terri on Instagram @savorsincity. Have you stopped along the Bizarro Desert Highway? Share your pics with us on social media! @CityCastVegas on Twitter and Instagram. You can also call or text us with your best travel story from the route at 702-514-0719. Looking for more things to do in (and around) Las Vegas? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter here. Oddly enough, there are a lot of specially designated highways in Nevada, and with this perfect road trip weather, we are taking a look at “a dose of pure Nevadan oddity” — U.S. Route 95 to Tonopah. It has been dubbed the Bizarro Desert Highway, and travel influencer Terri Galura-Chiong has driven the route to know exactly how bizarre it really is. Join Terri and host Dayvid Figler as they map out the weirdest day trip ever, from the Alien Research Center to the notorious Clown Motel.


You can find more from Terri on Instagram @savorsincity.


Have you stopped along the Bizarro Desert Highway? Share your pics with us on social media! @CityCastVegas on Twitter and Instagram. You can also call or text us with your best travel story from the route at 702-514-0719.


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]]> 1223 What Are the Rules for Attending Vegas Concerts? https://lasvegas.citycast.fm/ Concert crowds in Las Vegas vary with each tourist passing through our city. We’d love to blame them for the bad behavior we see at shows (like throwing drinks onstage or trying to run through security), but at some point, the locals have to take some responsibility for our collective concert experience. So since a bunch of festivals are coming up like Life is Beautiful, iHeartRadio, and When We Were Young, host Dayvid Figler sits down with his fellow concert-obsessed City Caster Layla Muhammad to reflect on Vegas concert behavior and share their tips on how to safely enjoy a show. What’s the craziest thing you’ve seen at a Las Vegas concert? Let us know on social media! Follow us @CityCastVegas on Instagram. You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719. Stay up to date on all the latest Vegas chaos with our morning newsletter, Hey Las Vegas! Sign up here.  Mon, 18 Sep 2023 13:00:00 -0000 What Are the Rules for Attending Vegas Concerts? full City Cast Concert crowds in Las Vegas vary with each tourist passing through our city. We’d love to blame them for the bad behavior we see at shows (like throwing drinks onstage or trying to run through security), but at some point, the locals have to take some responsibility for our collective concert experience. So since a bunch of festivals are coming up like Life is Beautiful, iHeartRadio, and When We Were Young, host Dayvid Figler sits down with his fellow concert-obsessed City Caster Layla Muhammad to reflect on Vegas concert behavior and share their tips on how to safely enjoy a show. What’s the craziest thing you’ve seen at a Las Vegas concert? Let us know on social media! Follow us @CityCastVegas on Instagram. You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719. Stay up to date on all the latest Vegas chaos with our morning newsletter, Hey Las Vegas! Sign up here.  Concert crowds in Las Vegas vary with each tourist passing through our city. We’d love to blame them for the bad behavior we see at shows (like throwing drinks onstage or trying to run through security), but at some point, the locals have to take some responsibility for our collective concert experience. So since a bunch of festivals are coming up like Life is Beautiful, iHeartRadio, and When We Were Young, host Dayvid Figler sits down with his fellow concert-obsessed City Caster Layla Muhammad to reflect on Vegas concert behavior and share their tips on how to safely enjoy a show.


What’s the craziest thing you’ve seen at a Las Vegas concert? Let us know on social media! Follow us @CityCastVegas on Instagram. You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719.


Stay up to date on all the latest Vegas chaos with our morning newsletter, Hey Las Vegas! Sign up here. 

]]> 1247 MGM Cyber Attacks, the Teachers Union Takes a Hit, and Mosquitoes https://lasvegas.citycast.fm In the wake of a massive cyber attack, the state’s largest employer is dealing with chaos at all of its international properties: For days, MGM guests were being checked in by clipboard, and elevators, room key cards, slots, and even lights wouldn’t work. Today on the roundup, host Dayvid Figler is joined by producer Layla Muhammad and contributor Michael Lyle to discuss the implications of this massive breach. Plus, we get an update on a new ruling from a District Court judge that puts the kibosh on teacher sick-outs — but should they be allowed to strike anyhow? And finally, Las Vegans everywhere are puzzled by the appearance of odd bug bites — which come from the mysterious insect known as the mosquito in other parts of the country. With all the weird weather we’re having, are mosquitoes in our future, too? Have you seen anything related to the cyber attack at an MGM or Caesars property? Let us know! We’re @CityCastVegas on Twitter and Instagram. You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719. Want some more Las Vegas news? Then make sure to sign up for our amazing morning newsletter here. Fri, 15 Sep 2023 13:00:00 -0000 MGM Cyber Attacks, the Teachers Union Takes a Hit, and Mosquitoes full City Cast In the wake of a massive cyber attack, the state’s largest employer is dealing with chaos at all of its international properties: For days, MGM guests were being checked in by clipboard, and elevators, room key cards, slots, and even lights wouldn’t work. Today on the roundup, host Dayvid Figler is joined by producer Layla Muhammad and contributor Michael Lyle to discuss the implications of this massive breach. Plus, we get an update on a new ruling from a District Court judge that puts the kibosh on teacher sick-outs — but should they be allowed to strike anyhow? And finally, Las Vegans everywhere are puzzled by the appearance of odd bug bites — which come from the mysterious insect known as the mosquito in other parts of the country. With all the weird weather we’re having, are mosquitoes in our future, too? Have you seen anything related to the cyber attack at an MGM or Caesars property? Let us know! We’re @CityCastVegas on Twitter and Instagram. You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719. Want some more Las Vegas news? Then make sure to sign up for our amazing morning newsletter here. In the wake of a massive cyber attack, the state’s largest employer is dealing with chaos at all of its international properties: For days, MGM guests were being checked in by clipboard, and elevators, room key cards, slots, and even lights wouldn’t work. Today on the roundup, host Dayvid Figler is joined by producer Layla Muhammad and contributor Michael Lyle to discuss the implications of this massive breach. Plus, we get an update on a new ruling from a District Court judge that puts the kibosh on teacher sick-outs — but should they be allowed to strike anyhow? And finally, Las Vegans everywhere are puzzled by the appearance of odd bug bites — which come from the mysterious insect known as the mosquito in other parts of the country. With all the weird weather we’re having, are mosquitoes in our future, too?


Have you seen anything related to the cyber attack at an MGM or Caesars property? Let us know! We’re @CityCastVegas on Twitter and Instagram. You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719.


Want some more Las Vegas news? Then make sure to sign up for our amazing morning newsletter here.

]]> 1788 17 Essential Vegas Restaurants https://lasvegas.citycast.fm Transient is everyone’s favorite word in Las Vegas. It means that nothing and no one lasts long in this city. However, in the midst of imploding casinos and closing businesses, there are some restaurants that have withstood the test of time and have managed to continue serving the community for over 25 years (which is a long time in Vegas!). We are bringing back a conversation with former co-host Vogue Robinson and food contributor Brent Holmes where they list the most essential older restaurants for Las Vegans to try and discuss what has kept them open for so long. Plus, some newer spots that seem to have promising futures. Restaurants mentioned: Bob Taylor’s Oscar’s Steakhouse Benny Binions Lotus of Siam Ronnie’s Mint Donna Maria’s Tamales Tacos El Gordo Grit’s Cafe Mario’s Market Chicago Joe’s We’re on social media! Follow us @CityCastVegas on Twitter and Instagram.  You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719. Want some more Las Vegas news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter here.  Thu, 14 Sep 2023 13:00:00 -0000 17 Essential Vegas Restaurants full City Cast Transient is everyone’s favorite word in Las Vegas. It means that nothing and no one lasts long in this city. However, in the midst of imploding casinos and closing businesses, there are some restaurants that have withstood the test of time and have managed to continue serving the community for over 25 years (which is a long time in Vegas!). We are bringing back a conversation with former co-host Vogue Robinson and food contributor Brent Holmes where they list the most essential older restaurants for Las Vegans to try and discuss what has kept them open for so long. Plus, some newer spots that seem to have promising futures. Restaurants mentioned: Bob Taylor’s Oscar’s Steakhouse Benny Binions Lotus of Siam Ronnie’s Mint Donna Maria’s Tamales Tacos El Gordo Grit’s Cafe Mario’s Market Chicago Joe’s We’re on social media! Follow us @CityCastVegas on Twitter and Instagram.  You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719. Want some more Las Vegas news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter here.  Transient is everyone’s favorite word in Las Vegas. It means that nothing and no one lasts long in this city. However, in the midst of imploding casinos and closing businesses, there are some restaurants that have withstood the test of time and have managed to continue serving the community for over 25 years (which is a long time in Vegas!). We are bringing back a conversation with former co-host Vogue Robinson and food contributor Brent Holmes where they list the most essential older restaurants for Las Vegans to try and discuss what has kept them open for so long. Plus, some newer spots that seem to have promising futures.


Restaurants mentioned:

Bob Taylor’s

Oscar’s Steakhouse

Benny Binions

Lotus of Siam

Ronnie’s

Mint

Donna Maria’s Tamales

Tacos El Gordo

Grit’s Cafe

Mario’s Market

Chicago Joe’s


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You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719.


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]]> 1216 Our Biggest Las Vegas Gripes https://lasvegas.citycast.fm/podcasts As our host Dayvid Figler likes to say, Las Vegas is a city that people love to hate. And no one loves to hate on the city more than locals. Today, Dayvid sits down with former co-host Vogue Robinson and newsletter editor Scott Dickensheets to lay out their top complaints about our city. They also share some gripes from our newsletter readers and wonder how Las Vegans can turn our gripes into change. What are your biggest gripes about Las Vegas? Big and small! Send them to us on social media! Follow us @CityCastVegas on Twitter and Instagram. You can also leave us a voicemail at 702-514-0719. Want some more Las Vegas news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter, Hey Las Vegas, here. Wed, 13 Sep 2023 13:00:00 -0000 Our Biggest Las Vegas Gripes full City Cast As our host Dayvid Figler likes to say, Las Vegas is a city that people love to hate. And no one loves to hate on the city more than locals. Today, Dayvid sits down with former co-host Vogue Robinson and newsletter editor Scott Dickensheets to lay out their top complaints about our city. They also share some gripes from our newsletter readers and wonder how Las Vegans can turn our gripes into change. What are your biggest gripes about Las Vegas? Big and small! Send them to us on social media! Follow us @CityCastVegas on Twitter and Instagram. You can also leave us a voicemail at 702-514-0719. Want some more Las Vegas news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter, Hey Las Vegas, here. As our host Dayvid Figler likes to say, Las Vegas is a city that people love to hate. And no one loves to hate on the city more than locals. Today, Dayvid sits down with former co-host Vogue Robinson and newsletter editor Scott Dickensheets to lay out their top complaints about our city. They also share some gripes from our newsletter readers and wonder how Las Vegans can turn our gripes into change.


What are your biggest gripes about Las Vegas? Big and small! Send them to us on social media! Follow us @CityCastVegas on Twitter and Instagram. You can also leave us a voicemail at 702-514-0719.


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]]> 1406 What Makes Vegas Roads So Dangerous? https://lasvegas.citycast.fm It’s been a big year for roads in Las Vegas, from “Dropicana” to F1 ensuring there is no shortage of orange cones on Las Vegas Blvd. Drivers have had to be more cautious than ever, which isn’t something we do well in our car-dependent city. Last year we were ranked #8 in the most dangerous states for pedestrians by Smart Growth Nevada. But is it our drivers’ fault or the roads? We are revisiting our conversation with plangineer Ray Delahanty, aka CityNerd on YouTube, to better understand why our streets are so deadly and if there’s any way to fix them. You’ll also hear why Ray chooses to live car-free in Las Vegas!  What do you think the worst intersection in Las Vegas is? Let us know on social media! Follow us @CityCastVegas on Twitter and Instagram. You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719. Don’t let a road closure catch you off guard! For more traffic news and complaints, make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter here.  Tue, 12 Sep 2023 13:00:00 -0000 What Makes Vegas Roads So Dangerous? full City Cast It’s been a big year for roads in Las Vegas, from “Dropicana” to F1 ensuring there is no shortage of orange cones on Las Vegas Blvd. Drivers have had to be more cautious than ever, which isn’t something we do well in our car-dependent city. Last year we were ranked #8 in the most dangerous states for pedestrians by Smart Growth Nevada. But is it our drivers’ fault or the roads? We are revisiting our conversation with plangineer Ray Delahanty, aka CityNerd on YouTube, to better understand why our streets are so deadly and if there’s any way to fix them. You’ll also hear why Ray chooses to live car-free in Las Vegas!  What do you think the worst intersection in Las Vegas is? Let us know on social media! Follow us @CityCastVegas on Twitter and Instagram. You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719. Don’t let a road closure catch you off guard! For more traffic news and complaints, make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter here.  It’s been a big year for roads in Las Vegas, from “Dropicana” to F1 ensuring there is no shortage of orange cones on Las Vegas Blvd. Drivers have had to be more cautious than ever, which isn’t something we do well in our car-dependent city. Last year we were ranked #8 in the most dangerous states for pedestrians by Smart Growth Nevada. But is it our drivers’ fault or the roads? We are revisiting our conversation with plangineer Ray Delahanty, aka CityNerd on YouTube, to better understand why our streets are so deadly and if there’s any way to fix them. You’ll also hear why Ray chooses to live car-free in Las Vegas! 


What do you think the worst intersection in Las Vegas is? Let us know on social media! Follow us @CityCastVegas on Twitter and Instagram. You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719.


Don’t let a road closure catch you off guard! For more traffic news and complaints, make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter here. 

]]> 1257 Inside 10 Years of Life is Beautiful Festival https://lasvegas.citycast.fm/podcasts Life is Beautiful is a spectacular party — the three-day arts, music and culture festival takes over downtown, and in a couple of weeks, Life is Beautiful will celebrate its 10th year. So today, host Dayvid Figler sits down with Craig Asher Nyman, director of music, programming and development, who’s been with the festival since it began. We get his behind-the-scenes insight into how they curate the lineup, reflect on a decade of highlights, and pin Craig down on a big rumor: is this the last Life is Beautiful? Do you have any favorite LiB memories? Who’s an act you’d love to see on a LiB stage? Tag us on Instagram, or call or text us at 702-514-0719. Want some more Las Vegas news? Then make sure to sign up for our amazing morning newsletter here. Mon, 11 Sep 2023 13:00:00 -0000 Inside 10 Years of Life is Beautiful Festival full City Cast Life is Beautiful is a spectacular party — the three-day arts, music and culture festival takes over downtown, and in a couple of weeks, Life is Beautiful will celebrate its 10th year. So today, host Dayvid Figler sits down with Craig Asher Nyman, director of music, programming and development, who’s been with the festival since it began. We get his behind-the-scenes insight into how they curate the lineup, reflect on a decade of highlights, and pin Craig down on a big rumor: is this the last Life is Beautiful? Do you have any favorite LiB memories? Who’s an act you’d love to see on a LiB stage? Tag us on Instagram, or call or text us at 702-514-0719. Want some more Las Vegas news? Then make sure to sign up for our amazing morning newsletter here. Life is Beautiful is a spectacular party — the three-day arts, music and culture festival takes over downtown, and in a couple of weeks, Life is Beautiful will celebrate its 10th year. So today, host Dayvid Figler sits down with Craig Asher Nyman, director of music, programming and development, who’s been with the festival since it began. We get his behind-the-scenes insight into how they curate the lineup, reflect on a decade of highlights, and pin Craig down on a big rumor: is this the last Life is Beautiful?


Do you have any favorite LiB memories? Who’s an act you’d love to see on a LiB stage? Tag us on Instagram, or call or text us at 702-514-0719.


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]]> 1249 Teachers Targeting the Stadium, the Animal Foundation, and Tacos The embattled Animal Foundation faces yet a new challenge this week, after a local rescue filed a lawsuit against the shelter. The group claims the foundation has been negligent in its duties, forcing rescues to pick up the slack. So today on the roundup, lead producer Sonja Cho Swanson sits down with newsletter editor Scott Dickensheets and contributor April Corbin Girnus to untangle the troubles at TAF. Meanwhile, a Nevada teachers union has launched the “Schools Before Stadiums” campaign, which wants to put a referendum on the books to block funding for the A’s stadium. And last (but most deliciously), a new ranking puts Las Vegas 3rd in its list of best taco cities. Hey, a list we’re actually at the top of? We’ll take it! (And we’ll share a few of our favorite taco spots in town, too.) What are your favorite taco spots in town? Or are you heading to one of the spots we’ve recommended? Tag us in a pic on Instagram, or leave us a voicemail at 702-514-0719. If you love to stay up on the latest (and greatest!) in Las Vegas, then make sure to sign up for our brilliant morning newsletter here. Fri, 08 Sep 2023 13:00:00 -0000 Teachers Targeting the Stadium, the Animal Foundation, and Tacos full City Cast The embattled Animal Foundation faces yet a new challenge this week, after a local rescue filed a lawsuit against the shelter. The group claims the foundation has been negligent in its duties, forcing rescues to pick up the slack. So today on the roundup, lead producer Sonja Cho Swanson sits down with newsletter editor Scott Dickensheets and contributor April Corbin Girnus to untangle the troubles at TAF. Meanwhile, a Nevada teachers union has launched the “Schools Before Stadiums” campaign, which wants to put a referendum on the books to block funding for the A’s stadium. And last (but most deliciously), a new ranking puts Las Vegas 3rd in its list of best taco cities. Hey, a list we’re actually at the top of? We’ll take it! (And we’ll share a few of our favorite taco spots in town, too.) What are your favorite taco spots in town? Or are you heading to one of the spots we’ve recommended? Tag us in a pic on Instagram, or leave us a voicemail at 702-514-0719. If you love to stay up on the latest (and greatest!) in Las Vegas, then make sure to sign up for our brilliant morning newsletter here. The embattled Animal Foundation faces yet a new challenge this week, after a local rescue filed a lawsuit against the shelter. The group claims the foundation has been negligent in its duties, forcing rescues to pick up the slack. So today on the roundup, lead producer Sonja Cho Swanson sits down with newsletter editor Scott Dickensheets and contributor April Corbin Girnus to untangle the troubles at TAF. Meanwhile, a Nevada teachers union has launched the “Schools Before Stadiums” campaign, which wants to put a referendum on the books to block funding for the A’s stadium. And last (but most deliciously), a new ranking puts Las Vegas 3rd in its list of best taco cities. Hey, a list we’re actually at the top of? We’ll take it! (And we’ll share a few of our favorite taco spots in town, too.)


What are your favorite taco spots in town? Or are you heading to one of the spots we’ve recommended? Tag us in a pic on Instagram, or leave us a voicemail at 702-514-0719.


If you love to stay up on the latest (and greatest!) in Las Vegas, then make sure to sign up for our brilliant morning newsletter here.

]]> 1845 What a Massive Grocery Merger Means for Vegas What happens to a city like Las Vegas when supermarket competition goes away? Grocery store giants Kroger (which owns Smith’s) wants to buy Albertson’s (which owns Safeway and Vons). Last month, NV Treasurer Zach Conine signed a letter with six other state treasurers criticizing the merger — so today, host Dayvid Figler, food writer Kim Foster, and contributor April Corbin Girnus, who‘s been covering this story, sit down to discuss the implications, good and bad, of supermarket consolidation. You can take part in this conversation, too: While NV Attorney General Aaron Ford’s office hasn’t settled on a stance yet, Ford has organized a “listening tour” which could impact Nevada’s position on opposing the merger — you can attend the next sessions on September 13th or take their online survey here. Where you shop for groceries, and are you concerned about the impact of the merger? Let us know: We’re @CityCastVegas on Instagram and you can also call or text us at 702-514-0719. Want more Vegas news? Then make sure to sign up for our brilliant morning newsletter here. Thu, 07 Sep 2023 13:00:00 -0000 What a Massive Grocery Merger Means for Vegas full City Cast What happens to a city like Las Vegas when supermarket competition goes away? Grocery store giants Kroger (which owns Smith’s) wants to buy Albertson’s (which owns Safeway and Vons). Last month, NV Treasurer Zach Conine signed a letter with six other state treasurers criticizing the merger — so today, host Dayvid Figler, food writer Kim Foster, and contributor April Corbin Girnus, who‘s been covering this story, sit down to discuss the implications, good and bad, of supermarket consolidation. You can take part in this conversation, too: While NV Attorney General Aaron Ford’s office hasn’t settled on a stance yet, Ford has organized a “listening tour” which could impact Nevada’s position on opposing the merger — you can attend the next sessions on September 13th or take their online survey here. Where you shop for groceries, and are you concerned about the impact of the merger? Let us know: We’re @CityCastVegas on Instagram and you can also call or text us at 702-514-0719. Want more Vegas news? Then make sure to sign up for our brilliant morning newsletter here. What happens to a city like Las Vegas when supermarket competition goes away? Grocery store giants Kroger (which owns Smith’s) wants to buy Albertson’s (which owns Safeway and Vons). Last month, NV Treasurer Zach Conine signed a letter with six other state treasurers criticizing the merger — so today, host Dayvid Figler, food writer Kim Foster, and contributor April Corbin Girnus, who‘s been covering this story, sit down to discuss the implications, good and bad, of supermarket consolidation.


You can take part in this conversation, too: While NV Attorney General Aaron Ford’s office hasn’t settled on a stance yet, Ford has organized a “listening tour” which could impact Nevada’s position on opposing the merger — you can attend the next sessions on September 13th or take their online survey here.


Where you shop for groceries, and are you concerned about the impact of the merger? Let us know: We’re @CityCastVegas on Instagram and you can also call or text us at 702-514-0719.


Want more Vegas news? Then make sure to sign up for our brilliant morning newsletter here.

]]> 1302 no Have Vegas Dog Owners Gone Too Far? https://lasvegas.citycast.fm/podcasts We love our furry four-legged friends, but when it comes to public etiquette, have Vegas dog owners gone… too far? Recently, newsletter editor Scott Dickensheets asked readers what they thought about dogs in restaurants, and the response was overwhelming. Las Vegans, it turns out, have a lot of feelings about dogs in public spaces, and not everyone agrees — and this comes on the heels of a recent ranking that puts Nevada 5th for “most devoted” dog owners. So today, three members of the team (and dog owners themselves), Dayvid Figler, Vogue Robinson, and Sonja Cho Swanson, sit down to discuss how Vegas dog owners do when it comes to restaurants, leashing, and — the big one — picking up poo. What are your ideas and solutions for helping dogs and people live harmoniously in Las Vegas? Tag us on Instagram, or call or text us at 702-514-0719. Wed, 06 Sep 2023 13:00:00 -0000 Have Vegas Dog Owners Gone Too Far? full City Cast We love our furry four-legged friends, but when it comes to public etiquette, have Vegas dog owners gone… too far? Recently, newsletter editor Scott Dickensheets asked readers what they thought about dogs in restaurants, and the response was overwhelming. Las Vegans, it turns out, have a lot of feelings about dogs in public spaces, and not everyone agrees — and this comes on the heels of a recent ranking that puts Nevada 5th for “most devoted” dog owners. So today, three members of the team (and dog owners themselves), Dayvid Figler, Vogue Robinson, and Sonja Cho Swanson, sit down to discuss how Vegas dog owners do when it comes to restaurants, leashing, and — the big one — picking up poo. What are your ideas and solutions for helping dogs and people live harmoniously in Las Vegas? Tag us on Instagram, or call or text us at 702-514-0719. We love our furry four-legged friends, but when it comes to public etiquette, have Vegas dog owners gone… too far? Recently, newsletter editor Scott Dickensheets asked readers what they thought about dogs in restaurants, and the response was overwhelming. Las Vegans, it turns out, have a lot of feelings about dogs in public spaces, and not everyone agrees — and this comes on the heels of a recent ranking that puts Nevada 5th for “most devoted” dog owners. So today, three members of the team (and dog owners themselves), Dayvid Figler, Vogue Robinson, and Sonja Cho Swanson, sit down to discuss how Vegas dog owners do when it comes to restaurants, leashing, and — the big one — picking up poo.


What are your ideas and solutions for helping dogs and people live harmoniously in Las Vegas? Tag us on Instagram, or call or text us at 702-514-0719.

]]> 1430 An Insider's Guide to Downtown Staycationing https://lasvegas.citycast.fm/podcasts The staycation is a great Vegas move — being a local means never having to leave town to become a tourist. And what if you build that staycation around an event like the upcoming Life is Beautiful festival downtown? Host Dayvid Figler gets tips — about staycationing and the festival itself — from entrepreneur, LiB merchant, and seasoned in-town vacationer Jen Taler, founder of the Market in the Alley. What are your favorite Vegas tips? Tag us on Instagram (we’re @CityCastVegas) or leave us a voicemail or a text at 702-514-0719. For more Vegas tips, events, news, and culture, sign up for our amazing morning newsletter here. Tue, 05 Sep 2023 13:00:00 -0000 An Insider's Guide to Downtown Staycationing full City Cast The staycation is a great Vegas move — being a local means never having to leave town to become a tourist. And what if you build that staycation around an event like the upcoming Life is Beautiful festival downtown? Host Dayvid Figler gets tips — about staycationing and the festival itself — from entrepreneur, LiB merchant, and seasoned in-town vacationer Jen Taler, founder of the Market in the Alley. What are your favorite Vegas tips? Tag us on Instagram (we’re @CityCastVegas) or leave us a voicemail or a text at 702-514-0719. For more Vegas tips, events, news, and culture, sign up for our amazing morning newsletter here. The staycation is a great Vegas move — being a local means never having to leave town to become a tourist. And what if you build that staycation around an event like the upcoming Life is Beautiful festival downtown? Host Dayvid Figler gets tips — about staycationing and the festival itself — from entrepreneur, LiB merchant, and seasoned in-town vacationer Jen Taler, founder of the Market in the Alley.


What are your favorite Vegas tips? Tag us on Instagram (we’re @CityCastVegas) or leave us a voicemail or a text at 702-514-0719.


For more Vegas tips, events, news, and culture, sign up for our amazing morning newsletter here.

]]> 1186 Why Uber Drivers are Protesting, Lions in Peril, and MLB in Vegas https://lasvegas.citycast.fm/podcasts Our city’s fractious relationship with wild animals is once again back in the news: This time, it’s the Lion Habitat Ranch in Henderson. An animal rights activist claims the organization made fraudulent (and disturbing) claims in a recent fundraising letter… but what does this whole debacle say about the way Vegas treats our retired animal acts? Co-hosts Dayvid Figler and Vogue Robinson are joined by contributor Andrew Kiraly to discuss the Lion Habitat, the recent Uber and Lyft ride share driver protests, and what we’d name our incoming MLB team if Oakland gets to keep the Athletics name in California. And you might notice that you’ll be hearing a little less of Vogue in the coming months — she’s stepping down from hosting — but she will be a contributor and we’ll get to chat with her in more Friday news roundups. Stay up to date with all of her creative projects by following her on Instagram @voguer316 and @pearlsofgratitude! If you’ve got thoughts on today’s episode, you can call or text us at 702-514-0719. For more Las Vegas news, events, and commentary, sign up for our brilliant morning newsletter here. Fri, 01 Sep 2023 13:00:00 -0000 Why Uber Drivers are Protesting, Lions in Peril, and MLB in Vegas full City Cast Our city’s fractious relationship with wild animals is once again back in the news: This time, it’s the Lion Habitat Ranch in Henderson. An animal rights activist claims the organization made fraudulent (and disturbing) claims in a recent fundraising letter… but what does this whole debacle say about the way Vegas treats our retired animal acts? Co-hosts Dayvid Figler and Vogue Robinson are joined by contributor Andrew Kiraly to discuss the Lion Habitat, the recent Uber and Lyft ride share driver protests, and what we’d name our incoming MLB team if Oakland gets to keep the Athletics name in California. And you might notice that you’ll be hearing a little less of Vogue in the coming months — she’s stepping down from hosting — but she will be a contributor and we’ll get to chat with her in more Friday news roundups. Stay up to date with all of her creative projects by following her on Instagram @voguer316 and @pearlsofgratitude! If you’ve got thoughts on today’s episode, you can call or text us at 702-514-0719. For more Las Vegas news, events, and commentary, sign up for our brilliant morning newsletter here. Our city’s fractious relationship with wild animals is once again back in the news: This time, it’s the Lion Habitat Ranch in Henderson. An animal rights activist claims the organization made fraudulent (and disturbing) claims in a recent fundraising letter… but what does this whole debacle say about the way Vegas treats our retired animal acts? Co-hosts Dayvid Figler and Vogue Robinson are joined by contributor Andrew Kiraly to discuss the Lion Habitat, the recent Uber and Lyft ride share driver protests, and what we’d name our incoming MLB team if Oakland gets to keep the Athletics name in California.


And you might notice that you’ll be hearing a little less of Vogue in the coming months — she’s stepping down from hosting — but she will be a contributor and we’ll get to chat with her in more Friday news roundups. Stay up to date with all of her creative projects by following her on Instagram @voguer316 and @pearlsofgratitude!


If you’ve got thoughts on today’s episode, you can call or text us at 702-514-0719.


For more Las Vegas news, events, and commentary, sign up for our brilliant morning newsletter here.

]]> 1981 The Best Pizza in Vegas https://lasvegas.citycast.fm A slice by any other name would still taste as sweet — or would it? Today, co-host Vogue Robinson sits down with Al Mancini and Gemini Stevens, hosts of the podcast Food and Loathing, for a pizza tour of Las Vegas. No two slices are created equal, and as it turns out, the qualities of an excellent, greasy New York slice are very different from those of a cheesy, crunchy Detroit square, or a puffy Neapolitan. Al and Gemini tell you where to find the best in each category in Las Vegas, and attempt to answer the biggest pizza question of all: With all these international styles available in Las Vegas, does our city have its own pizza style, too? Be sure to check out Al’s app Neon Feast, a curated guide to the best places to eat in Las Vegas. And find more of Gemini’s food writing at OfftheStrip.com and her food cooking on Instagram @wishboneandvine. Places mentioned by Al and Gemini: Pop Up Pizza in the Plaza Evel Pie Good Pie Brooksy’s Bar and Grill Brooklyn’s Best Double Zero Pie and Pub Settebello Pizzeria Napoletana Solamente Pizza Naked City Pizza Northside Nathan’s Detroit Pizza Metro Pizza Dom DeMarco’s Pizzeria and Bar Yukon Pizza What’s your favorite pizza in Vegas? Tag us in a pic on Instagram, or you can always call or text us at 702-514-0719. Want more Las Vegas food, culture, and news? Then make sure to sign up for our amazing morning newsletter here. Thu, 31 Aug 2023 13:00:00 -0000 The Best Pizza in Vegas full City Cast A slice by any other name would still taste as sweet — or would it? Today, co-host Vogue Robinson sits down with Al Mancini and Gemini Stevens, hosts of the podcast Food and Loathing, for a pizza tour of Las Vegas. No two slices are created equal, and as it turns out, the qualities of an excellent, greasy New York slice are very different from those of a cheesy, crunchy Detroit square, or a puffy Neapolitan. Al and Gemini tell you where to find the best in each category in Las Vegas, and attempt to answer the biggest pizza question of all: With all these international styles available in Las Vegas, does our city have its own pizza style, too? Be sure to check out Al’s app Neon Feast, a curated guide to the best places to eat in Las Vegas. And find more of Gemini’s food writing at OfftheStrip.com and her food cooking on Instagram @wishboneandvine. Places mentioned by Al and Gemini: Pop Up Pizza in the Plaza Evel Pie Good Pie Brooksy’s Bar and Grill Brooklyn’s Best Double Zero Pie and Pub Settebello Pizzeria Napoletana Solamente Pizza Naked City Pizza Northside Nathan’s Detroit Pizza Metro Pizza Dom DeMarco’s Pizzeria and Bar Yukon Pizza What’s your favorite pizza in Vegas? Tag us in a pic on Instagram, or you can always call or text us at 702-514-0719. Want more Las Vegas food, culture, and news? Then make sure to sign up for our amazing morning newsletter here. A slice by any other name would still taste as sweet — or would it? Today, co-host Vogue Robinson sits down with Al Mancini and Gemini Stevens, hosts of the podcast Food and Loathing, for a pizza tour of Las Vegas. No two slices are created equal, and as it turns out, the qualities of an excellent, greasy New York slice are very different from those of a cheesy, crunchy Detroit square, or a puffy Neapolitan. Al and Gemini tell you where to find the best in each category in Las Vegas, and attempt to answer the biggest pizza question of all: With all these international styles available in Las Vegas, does our city have its own pizza style, too?


Be sure to check out Al’s app Neon Feast, a curated guide to the best places to eat in Las Vegas. And find more of Gemini’s food writing at OfftheStrip.com and her food cooking on Instagram @wishboneandvine.


Places mentioned by Al and Gemini:


What’s your favorite pizza in Vegas? Tag us in a pic on Instagram, or you can always call or text us at 702-514-0719.


Want more Las Vegas food, culture, and news? Then make sure to sign up for our amazing morning newsletter here.

]]> 1318 Busting the Biggest Mob Myths in Vegas https://lasvegas.citycast.fm/podcasts Most people know that the mob was heavily involved in shaping Las Vegas and our casino culture. That history combined with the mob’s reputation is the perfect recipe for rumors and myths to flourish. Casino.org journalist Corey Levitan dives into these tales and more in his series Vegas Myths Busted. He leads co-hosts Vogue Robinson and Dayvid Figler through seven stories and asks them if these popular mob myths are fact or fiction. Play along with us and check out our other myth-busting episodes about celebrities and casinos! What other Vegas myths are you curious about? Let us know by leaving us a voicemail at 702-514-0719. We’re also on social media! Follow us @CityCastVegas on Twitter and Instagram.  Don’t get caught up in the new Vegas myths being generated! Sign up for our morning newsletter here. Wed, 30 Aug 2023 13:00:00 -0000 Busting the Biggest Mob Myths in Vegas full City Cast Most people know that the mob was heavily involved in shaping Las Vegas and our casino culture. That history combined with the mob’s reputation is the perfect recipe for rumors and myths to flourish. Casino.org journalist Corey Levitan dives into these tales and more in his series Vegas Myths Busted. He leads co-hosts Vogue Robinson and Dayvid Figler through seven stories and asks them if these popular mob myths are fact or fiction. Play along with us and check out our other myth-busting episodes about celebrities and casinos! What other Vegas myths are you curious about? Let us know by leaving us a voicemail at 702-514-0719. We’re also on social media! Follow us @CityCastVegas on Twitter and Instagram.  Don’t get caught up in the new Vegas myths being generated! Sign up for our morning newsletter here. Most people know that the mob was heavily involved in shaping Las Vegas and our casino culture. That history combined with the mob’s reputation is the perfect recipe for rumors and myths to flourish. Casino.org journalist Corey Levitan dives into these tales and more in his series Vegas Myths Busted. He leads co-hosts Vogue Robinson and Dayvid Figler through seven stories and asks them if these popular mob myths are fact or fiction.


Play along with us and check out our other myth-busting episodes about celebrities and casinos!


What other Vegas myths are you curious about? Let us know by leaving us a voicemail at 702-514-0719. We’re also on social media! Follow us @CityCastVegas on Twitter and Instagram. 


Don’t get caught up in the new Vegas myths being generated! Sign up for our morning newsletter here.

]]> 1339 The Real Lives of Celebs in Vegas https://lasvegas.citycast.fm Vegas has always been a celebrity magnet, from the Rat Pack days to the red carpet Kardashian era. So what does their version of Las Vegas look like, and where do you find celebrities in town? Longtime Las Vegas celebrity photographer Erik Kabik, who’s photographed everyone from Robert De Niro to Paris Hilton, spills the tea with co-host Vogue Robinson about how to approach celebs in the wild, and why their lives aren’t always so picture-perfect. Where have you seen celebrities in Vegas? Share your stories with us on Instagram or by leaving us a voicemail at 702-514-0719. P.S. Wanna go see even more celebrities and listen to some amazing music for FREE? We’re giving away two pairs of Life is Beautiful GA tickets — get more details and enter here. Tue, 29 Aug 2023 13:00:00 -0000 The Real Lives of Celebs in Vegas full City Cast Vegas has always been a celebrity magnet, from the Rat Pack days to the red carpet Kardashian era. So what does their version of Las Vegas look like, and where do you find celebrities in town? Longtime Las Vegas celebrity photographer Erik Kabik, who’s photographed everyone from Robert De Niro to Paris Hilton, spills the tea with co-host Vogue Robinson about how to approach celebs in the wild, and why their lives aren’t always so picture-perfect. Where have you seen celebrities in Vegas? Share your stories with us on Instagram or by leaving us a voicemail at 702-514-0719. P.S. Wanna go see even more celebrities and listen to some amazing music for FREE? We’re giving away two pairs of Life is Beautiful GA tickets — get more details and enter here. Vegas has always been a celebrity magnet, from the Rat Pack days to the red carpet Kardashian era. So what does their version of Las Vegas look like, and where do you find celebrities in town? Longtime Las Vegas celebrity photographer Erik Kabik, who’s photographed everyone from Robert De Niro to Paris Hilton, spills the tea with co-host Vogue Robinson about how to approach celebs in the wild, and why their lives aren’t always so picture-perfect.


Where have you seen celebrities in Vegas? Share your stories with us on Instagram or by leaving us a voicemail at 702-514-0719.


P.S. Wanna go see even more celebrities and listen to some amazing music for FREE? We’re giving away two pairs of Life is Beautiful GA tickets — get more details and enter here.

]]> 1357 The Obscure Law That Shaped Las Vegas https://lasvegas.citycast.fm/podcasts The Southern Nevada Public Lands Management Act of 1998, or SNPLMA, is one of those wonky, obscure federal laws that most of us have never heard of. But SNPLMA has had a huge impact on Las Vegas — it basically gave power brokers like Harry Reid the ability to play chess with public lands, giving Vegas lots of room to grow while protecting important conservation areas. And one very clever legislative move puts a lot more money in Nevada’s coffers, paying for things like bathrooms at Lake Mead and a brand-new pickleball complex. But it’s not without controversy, even within conservationist circles. Nevada Independent reporter Gabby Birenbaum recently penned a two-part deep dive into SNPLMA and breaks it all down for co-host Dayvid Figler. Thoughts? Questions? Wanna tell us how much you love City Cast? Leave us a voicemail or send us a text at 702-514-0719. You can also tag us in a pic of your next outing to a conservation area near Las Vegas! We’re @CityCastVegas on Instagram. For more deep dives and hot takes on the latest in Vegas, be sure to sign up for our brilliant morning newsletter here. Mon, 28 Aug 2023 13:00:00 -0000 The Obscure Law That Shaped Las Vegas full City Cast The Southern Nevada Public Lands Management Act of 1998, or SNPLMA, is one of those wonky, obscure federal laws that most of us have never heard of. But SNPLMA has had a huge impact on Las Vegas — it basically gave power brokers like Harry Reid the ability to play chess with public lands, giving Vegas lots of room to grow while protecting important conservation areas. And one very clever legislative move puts a lot more money in Nevada’s coffers, paying for things like bathrooms at Lake Mead and a brand-new pickleball complex. But it’s not without controversy, even within conservationist circles. Nevada Independent reporter Gabby Birenbaum recently penned a two-part deep dive into SNPLMA and breaks it all down for co-host Dayvid Figler. Thoughts? Questions? Wanna tell us how much you love City Cast? Leave us a voicemail or send us a text at 702-514-0719. You can also tag us in a pic of your next outing to a conservation area near Las Vegas! We’re @CityCastVegas on Instagram. For more deep dives and hot takes on the latest in Vegas, be sure to sign up for our brilliant morning newsletter here. The Southern Nevada Public Lands Management Act of 1998, or SNPLMA, is one of those wonky, obscure federal laws that most of us have never heard of. But SNPLMA has had a huge impact on Las Vegas — it basically gave power brokers like Harry Reid the ability to play chess with public lands, giving Vegas lots of room to grow while protecting important conservation areas. And one very clever legislative move puts a lot more money in Nevada’s coffers, paying for things like bathrooms at Lake Mead and a brand-new pickleball complex. But it’s not without controversy, even within conservationist circles. Nevada Independent reporter Gabby Birenbaum recently penned a two-part deep dive into SNPLMA and breaks it all down for co-host Dayvid Figler.


Thoughts? Questions? Wanna tell us how much you love City Cast? Leave us a voicemail or send us a text at 702-514-0719. You can also tag us in a pic of your next outing to a conservation area near Las Vegas! We’re @CityCastVegas on Instagram.


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]]> 1300 Hilary’s Real Impact, Bedbugs and Bats, and the True Tale of Billy Walters https://lasvegas.citycast.fm/ A lot of y’all scoffed when Hurricane Hilary actually reached our desert shores. Despite the state of emergency, the storm’s effects were pretty underwhelming — in most of the valley, that is. Today, co-hosts Dayvid Figler and Vogue Robinson, along with journalist John L. Smith, talk about the devastation Hilary wrought on Mt. Charleston, and how we talk about storms like these in an era of increasingly unpredictable weather. Next, the team takes on notorious gambler, developer, and convicted inside-trader Billy Walters, whose new tell-all book just might be something of a redemption tour. And last, we explore the wild side of Strip hotels, where bedbugs have been found in no less than seven venues, and a recent bat incident led to a lawsuit. How did you weather Hilary? Let us know by giving us a call at 702-514-0719 or tagging us in our weather photos and videos on Instagram (we’re @CityCastVegas). For more on the latest and greatest in Las Vegas, make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter here. Fri, 25 Aug 2023 13:00:00 -0000 Hilary’s Real Impact, Bedbugs and Bats, and the True Tale of Billy Walters full City Cast A lot of y’all scoffed when Hurricane Hilary actually reached our desert shores. Despite the state of emergency, the storm’s effects were pretty underwhelming — in most of the valley, that is. Today, co-hosts Dayvid Figler and Vogue Robinson, along with journalist John L. Smith, talk about the devastation Hilary wrought on Mt. Charleston, and how we talk about storms like these in an era of increasingly unpredictable weather. Next, the team takes on notorious gambler, developer, and convicted inside-trader Billy Walters, whose new tell-all book just might be something of a redemption tour. And last, we explore the wild side of Strip hotels, where bedbugs have been found in no less than seven venues, and a recent bat incident led to a lawsuit. How did you weather Hilary? Let us know by giving us a call at 702-514-0719 or tagging us in our weather photos and videos on Instagram (we’re @CityCastVegas). For more on the latest and greatest in Las Vegas, make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter here. A lot of y’all scoffed when Hurricane Hilary actually reached our desert shores. Despite the state of emergency, the storm’s effects were pretty underwhelming — in most of the valley, that is. Today, co-hosts Dayvid Figler and Vogue Robinson, along with journalist John L. Smith, talk about the devastation Hilary wrought on Mt. Charleston, and how we talk about storms like these in an era of increasingly unpredictable weather. Next, the team takes on notorious gambler, developer, and convicted inside-trader Billy Walters, whose new tell-all book just might be something of a redemption tour. And last, we explore the wild side of Strip hotels, where bedbugs have been found in no less than seven venues, and a recent bat incident led to a lawsuit.


How did you weather Hilary? Let us know by giving us a call at 702-514-0719 or tagging us in our weather photos and videos on Instagram (we’re @CityCastVegas).


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]]> 1822 How To Run a Food Business From Home https://lasvegas.citycast.fm/podcasts Cottage kitchen laws allow people to run certain small food businesses out of their private residences and since 2018, Brett Boyer and his husband have been doing just that with Desert Bread, a sourdough bread and bakery oasis. With new seasonal items about to hit the selves (looking at you, pumpkins!), we’re bringing back this conversation with Brett and co-host Vogue Robinson about how and why they started Desert Bread and the challenges of operating a business from home. Tag us on social media if you visit Desert Bread after listening to this episode! Follow us @CityCastVegas on Twitter and Instagram. You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719. Want some more Las Vegas food reviews and recommendations? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter here for all the goods and more!  Thu, 24 Aug 2023 13:00:00 -0000 How To Run a Food Business From Home full City Cast Cottage kitchen laws allow people to run certain small food businesses out of their private residences and since 2018, Brett Boyer and his husband have been doing just that with Desert Bread, a sourdough bread and bakery oasis. With new seasonal items about to hit the selves (looking at you, pumpkins!), we’re bringing back this conversation with Brett and co-host Vogue Robinson about how and why they started Desert Bread and the challenges of operating a business from home. Tag us on social media if you visit Desert Bread after listening to this episode! Follow us @CityCastVegas on Twitter and Instagram. You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719. Want some more Las Vegas food reviews and recommendations? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter here for all the goods and more!  Cottage kitchen laws allow people to run certain small food businesses out of their private residences and since 2018, Brett Boyer and his husband have been doing just that with Desert Bread, a sourdough bread and bakery oasis. With new seasonal items about to hit the selves (looking at you, pumpkins!), we’re bringing back this conversation with Brett and co-host Vogue Robinson about how and why they started Desert Bread and the challenges of operating a business from home.


Tag us on social media if you visit Desert Bread after listening to this episode! Follow us @CityCastVegas on Twitter and Instagram. You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719.


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]]> 1119 Are CCSD Teachers About to Illegally Go On Strike? https://lasvegas.citycast.fm Once again, school district drama is in the news: Southern Nevada’s largest teachers’ union, the Clark County Education Association, has given CCSD until Saturday to resolve a dispute over teacher pay. But there’s also a fight about, well, how to fight: A back and forth legal battle over whether the “work actions” the union has threatened are in fact an illegal strike, or whether teachers’ free speech is being curtailed — though a new ruling handed down yesterday appears to be a win for the union. To help us untangle this mess upon mess, contributor April Corbin Girnus, a reporter at the Nevada Current, sits down with co-host Vogue Robinson. April gives us the play by play of what exactly the two sides are fighting about, and how their plans are trying to solve the teacher vacancy crisis our district is facing. Do you have thoughts on the school district showdown? Let us know: We’re on social media @CityCastVegas on Twitterand Instagram, or you can also call or text us at 702-514-0719. Want some more Las Vegas news? Then make sure to sign up for our amazing morning newsletter here. Wed, 23 Aug 2023 13:00:00 -0000 Are CCSD Teachers About to Illegally Go On Strike? full City Cast Once again, school district drama is in the news: Southern Nevada’s largest teachers’ union, the Clark County Education Association, has given CCSD until Saturday to resolve a dispute over teacher pay. But there’s also a fight about, well, how to fight: A back and forth legal battle over whether the “work actions” the union has threatened are in fact an illegal strike, or whether teachers’ free speech is being curtailed — though a new ruling handed down yesterday appears to be a win for the union. To help us untangle this mess upon mess, contributor April Corbin Girnus, a reporter at the Nevada Current, sits down with co-host Vogue Robinson. April gives us the play by play of what exactly the two sides are fighting about, and how their plans are trying to solve the teacher vacancy crisis our district is facing. Do you have thoughts on the school district showdown? Let us know: We’re on social media @CityCastVegas on Twitterand Instagram, or you can also call or text us at 702-514-0719. Want some more Las Vegas news? Then make sure to sign up for our amazing morning newsletter here. Once again, school district drama is in the news: Southern Nevada’s largest teachers’ union, the Clark County Education Association, has given CCSD until Saturday to resolve a dispute over teacher pay. But there’s also a fight about, well, how to fight: A back and forth legal battle over whether the “work actions” the union has threatened are in fact an illegal strike, or whether teachers’ free speech is being curtailed — though a new ruling handed down yesterday appears to be a win for the union. To help us untangle this mess upon mess, contributor April Corbin Girnus, a reporter at the Nevada Current, sits down with co-host Vogue Robinson. April gives us the play by play of what exactly the two sides are fighting about, and how their plans are trying to solve the teacher vacancy crisis our district is facing.


Do you have thoughts on the school district showdown? Let us know: We’re on social media @CityCastVegas on Twitterand Instagram, or you can also call or text us at 702-514-0719.


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]]> 1259 What Does a Name Change Mean for Nevada State College? https://lasvegas.citycast.fm/podcasts Nevada State College’s president, Dr. DeRionne Pollard, says the state college has been acting as a university for many years — the only thing missing was the title, which officially changed to Nevada State University on July 1st, and goes into effect on their website today. But what does something as simple as a name change mean for a state college that welcomes so many of the Valley’s non-traditional students? And what doors does a university distinction open for them? Dr. Pollard joins co-host Vogue Robinson in today’s episode to explain why the change is significant, how it will affect students and the community, and what’s next for the newly-minted university. Celebrate the name change with Dr. Pollard and Nevada State University with fireworks and more on August 30th. Get more details and RSVP here. What would you like to hear next on the pod? You can let us know by giving us a call or text at 702-514-0719.  We’re also on social media! Follow us @CityCastVegas on Twitter and Instagram. Want some more Las Vegas news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter here.  Tue, 22 Aug 2023 13:00:00 -0000 What Does a Name Change Mean for Nevada State College? full City Cast Nevada State College’s president, Dr. DeRionne Pollard, says the state college has been acting as a university for many years — the only thing missing was the title, which officially changed to Nevada State University on July 1st, and goes into effect on their website today. But what does something as simple as a name change mean for a state college that welcomes so many of the Valley’s non-traditional students? And what doors does a university distinction open for them? Dr. Pollard joins co-host Vogue Robinson in today’s episode to explain why the change is significant, how it will affect students and the community, and what’s next for the newly-minted university. Celebrate the name change with Dr. Pollard and Nevada State University with fireworks and more on August 30th. Get more details and RSVP here. What would you like to hear next on the pod? You can let us know by giving us a call or text at 702-514-0719.  We’re also on social media! Follow us @CityCastVegas on Twitter and Instagram. Want some more Las Vegas news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter here.  Nevada State College’s president, Dr. DeRionne Pollard, says the state college has been acting as a university for many years — the only thing missing was the title, which officially changed to Nevada State University on July 1st, and goes into effect on their website today. But what does something as simple as a name change mean for a state college that welcomes so many of the Valley’s non-traditional students? And what doors does a university distinction open for them? Dr. Pollard joins co-host Vogue Robinson in today’s episode to explain why the change is significant, how it will affect students and the community, and what’s next for the newly-minted university.


Celebrate the name change with Dr. Pollard and Nevada State University with fireworks and more on August 30th. Get more details and RSVP here.


What would you like to hear next on the pod? You can let us know by giving us a call or text at 702-514-0719. 


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]]> 1373 The Worst Places to Send Tourists in Vegas https://lasvegas.citycast.fm/podcasts We love our city, but let’s be real, we don’t love everyone who shows up here. So what are the absolutely worst places in Las Vegas? Where would you send your terrible ex, that annoying drunk tourist, or your college nemesis? Today, we’re bringing you a conversation that co-host Dayvid Figler and producers Sonja Cho Swanson and Layla Muhammad had earlier this year that brings out the hater in all of us: We outline our favorite fiendishly awful itineraries to send to the worst of the worst. (Yes, we included the Spaghetti Bowl AND Circus Circus, you’re welcome.) What’s in your hater’s guide to Vegas? Leave us a voicemail or a text message at 702-514-0719, or tag us on social media (we’re @CityCastVegas on Instagram and Facebook). If you’re loving the snark, you’ll get even more of it in our brilliant morning newsletter. It’s chock full of events, news, and commentary about our town. Sign up here. Mon, 21 Aug 2023 13:00:00 -0000 The Worst Places to Send Tourists in Vegas full City Cast We love our city, but let’s be real, we don’t love everyone who shows up here. So what are the absolutely worst places in Las Vegas? Where would you send your terrible ex, that annoying drunk tourist, or your college nemesis? Today, we’re bringing you a conversation that co-host Dayvid Figler and producers Sonja Cho Swanson and Layla Muhammad had earlier this year that brings out the hater in all of us: We outline our favorite fiendishly awful itineraries to send to the worst of the worst. (Yes, we included the Spaghetti Bowl AND Circus Circus, you’re welcome.) What’s in your hater’s guide to Vegas? Leave us a voicemail or a text message at 702-514-0719, or tag us on social media (we’re @CityCastVegas on Instagram and Facebook). If you’re loving the snark, you’ll get even more of it in our brilliant morning newsletter. It’s chock full of events, news, and commentary about our town. Sign up here. We love our city, but let’s be real, we don’t love everyone who shows up here. So what are the absolutely worst places in Las Vegas? Where would you send your terrible ex, that annoying drunk tourist, or your college nemesis? Today, we’re bringing you a conversation that co-host Dayvid Figler and producers Sonja Cho Swanson and Layla Muhammad had earlier this year that brings out the hater in all of us: We outline our favorite fiendishly awful itineraries to send to the worst of the worst. (Yes, we included the Spaghetti Bowl AND Circus Circus, you’re welcome.)


What’s in your hater’s guide to Vegas? Leave us a voicemail or a text message at 702-514-0719, or tag us on social media (we’re @CityCastVegas on Instagram and Facebook).


If you’re loving the snark, you’ll get even more of it in our brilliant morning newsletter. It’s chock full of events, news, and commentary about our town. Sign up here.

]]> 1251 How Vegas Nurtures Nonprofit Leadership, with Compassionate Las Vegas https://lasvegas.citycast.fm/podcasts Today, we’re bringing you a special guest episode from our friends at Compassionate Las Vegas, hosted by Will Rucker. In this episode, you’ll hear Will interviewing Julian High, president and CEO of United Way of Southern Nevada. Julian talks about the leaders he observed growing up in Las Vegas and how they inspire his work now.  Compassionate Las Vegas just launched season 5, and the first episode is up right now — so be sure to check it out and subscribe wherever you get podcasts! Sun, 20 Aug 2023 01:00:00 -0000 How Vegas Nurtures Nonprofit Leadership, with Compassionate Las Vegas full City Cast Today, we’re bringing you a special guest episode from our friends at Compassionate Las Vegas, hosted by Will Rucker. In this episode, you’ll hear Will interviewing Julian High, president and CEO of United Way of Southern Nevada. Julian talks about the leaders he observed growing up in Las Vegas and how they inspire his work now.  Compassionate Las Vegas just launched season 5, and the first episode is up right now — so be sure to check it out and subscribe wherever you get podcasts! Today, we’re bringing you a special guest episode from our friends at Compassionate Las Vegas, hosted by Will Rucker. In this episode, you’ll hear Will interviewing Julian High, president and CEO of United Way of Southern Nevada. Julian talks about the leaders he observed growing up in Las Vegas and how they inspire his work now. 


Compassionate Las Vegas just launched season 5, and the first episode is up right now — so be sure to check it out and subscribe wherever you get podcasts!

]]> 2441 Pizza Robots! Plus, Why 115 Move Here Daily, and How We’re Helping Maui https://lasvegas.citycast.fm/podcasts Clark County is busy setting up new rules for “PDDs,” or personal delivery devices — these are the food delivery robots that bring pizza, burritos and Thai takeout right to your door. A recently-passed bill will now allow them on sidewalks, so today, co-hosts Vogue Robinson and Dayvid Figler, along with food writer Lorraine Blanco Moss, get into the specifics of how they’ll work, and the upsides and downsides of more robots in our lives. Plus, we talk about why Las Vegas is the number 1 most researched destination for people looking to move (and what 115 people moving here daily will mean for us), and the ninth island connection between Las Vegas and Lahaina as we look to support Maui in the wake of last week’s devastating fire. (NOTE: The Maui Strong fundraiser at the Downtown Container Park has been postponed to Sun., Aug. 27th due to weather.) So: How do you feel about food delivery robots? Let us know on social media (we’re @CityCastVegas on Instagram) or by giving us a call at 702-514-0719. Last but not least… ***GIVEAWAY ALERT!!!*** We’ve got 2 pairs of GA tickets to Life is Beautiful 2023! To enter, head over to lasvegas.citycast.fm/lib and enter your email address. It’ll also sign you up for our brilliant morning newsletter, with the latest in Las Vegas news, events and commentary. Good luck! Fri, 18 Aug 2023 13:00:00 -0000 Pizza Robots! Plus, Why 115 Move Here Daily, and How We’re Helping Maui full City Cast Clark County is busy setting up new rules for “PDDs,” or personal delivery devices — these are the food delivery robots that bring pizza, burritos and Thai takeout right to your door. A recently-passed bill will now allow them on sidewalks, so today, co-hosts Vogue Robinson and Dayvid Figler, along with food writer Lorraine Blanco Moss, get into the specifics of how they’ll work, and the upsides and downsides of more robots in our lives. Plus, we talk about why Las Vegas is the number 1 most researched destination for people looking to move (and what 115 people moving here daily will mean for us), and the ninth island connection between Las Vegas and Lahaina as we look to support Maui in the wake of last week’s devastating fire. (NOTE: The Maui Strong fundraiser at the Downtown Container Park has been postponed to Sun., Aug. 27th due to weather.) So: How do you feel about food delivery robots? Let us know on social media (we’re @CityCastVegas on Instagram) or by giving us a call at 702-514-0719. Last but not least… ***GIVEAWAY ALERT!!!*** We’ve got 2 pairs of GA tickets to Life is Beautiful 2023! To enter, head over to lasvegas.citycast.fm/lib and enter your email address. It’ll also sign you up for our brilliant morning newsletter, with the latest in Las Vegas news, events and commentary. Good luck! Clark County is busy setting up new rules for “PDDs,” or personal delivery devices — these are the food delivery robots that bring pizza, burritos and Thai takeout right to your door. A recently-passed bill will now allow them on sidewalks, so today, co-hosts Vogue Robinson and Dayvid Figler, along with food writer Lorraine Blanco Moss, get into the specifics of how they’ll work, and the upsides and downsides of more robots in our lives. Plus, we talk about why Las Vegas is the number 1 most researched destination for people looking to move (and what 115 people moving here daily will mean for us), and the ninth island connection between Las Vegas and Lahaina as we look to support Maui in the wake of last week’s devastating fire. (NOTE: The Maui Strong fundraiser at the Downtown Container Park has been postponed to Sun., Aug. 27th due to weather.)


So: How do you feel about food delivery robots? Let us know on social media (we’re @CityCastVegas on Instagram) or by giving us a call at 702-514-0719.


Last but not least…

***GIVEAWAY ALERT!!!*** We’ve got 2 pairs of GA tickets to Life is Beautiful 2023! To enter, head over to lasvegas.citycast.fm/lib and enter your email address. It’ll also sign you up for our brilliant morning newsletter, with the latest in Las Vegas news, events and commentary. Good luck!

]]> 1840 Where Are All the Good Vegas Soul Food Joints? https://lasvegas.citycast.fm If you’re looking for the best grits, collard greens, and fried catfish in town, contributor Brent Holmes has some soul food recs for you — he’s a longtime Las Vegan with deep family roots in Texas. But, as Brent tells co-host Vogue Robinson, soul food restaurants here in Vegas tend to open and close on the regular. So why is it so hard to keep a soul food joint open in this town? What is authentic soul food, and where can a hungry local find the best soul food in Las Vegas? Restaurants mentioned by Brent: Gritz Cafe EllaEm’s Soul Food Soul Foo Young Mario’s Westside Market LoLo’s Chicken and Waffles Sista Kim’s Kitchen What’s your favorite soul food in Las Vegas? Tag us in a pic on social media — we’re @CityCastVegas on Instagram and Facebook. You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719. Want some more Las Vegas news? Sign up for our morning newsletter here — it’s chock full of great tips, events, and news for locals. Thu, 17 Aug 2023 13:00:00 -0000 Where Are All the Good Vegas Soul Food Joints? full City Cast If you’re looking for the best grits, collard greens, and fried catfish in town, contributor Brent Holmes has some soul food recs for you — he’s a longtime Las Vegan with deep family roots in Texas. But, as Brent tells co-host Vogue Robinson, soul food restaurants here in Vegas tend to open and close on the regular. So why is it so hard to keep a soul food joint open in this town? What is authentic soul food, and where can a hungry local find the best soul food in Las Vegas? Restaurants mentioned by Brent: Gritz Cafe EllaEm’s Soul Food Soul Foo Young Mario’s Westside Market LoLo’s Chicken and Waffles Sista Kim’s Kitchen What’s your favorite soul food in Las Vegas? Tag us in a pic on social media — we’re @CityCastVegas on Instagram and Facebook. You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719. Want some more Las Vegas news? Sign up for our morning newsletter here — it’s chock full of great tips, events, and news for locals. If you’re looking for the best grits, collard greens, and fried catfish in town, contributor Brent Holmes has some soul food recs for you — he’s a longtime Las Vegan with deep family roots in Texas. But, as Brent tells co-host Vogue Robinson, soul food restaurants here in Vegas tend to open and close on the regular. So why is it so hard to keep a soul food joint open in this town? What is authentic soul food, and where can a hungry local find the best soul food in Las Vegas?


Restaurants mentioned by Brent:


What’s your favorite soul food in Las Vegas? Tag us in a pic on social media — we’re @CityCastVegas on Instagram and Facebook. You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719.


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]]> 1299 Could This Gambling Ring Take Down a Casino Boss? https://lasvegas.citycast.fm It has all the makings of an HBO special: A pro-athlete turned illegal sports betting bookie. A secret black book of names. And possibly even money laundering through comped chips in a scandal that could reach as far up as the President of Resorts World. And this isn’t fiction — it’s the subject of new investigative reporting from Dana Gentry at the Nevada Current. So what the hell’s going on? Co-host Dayvid Figler sits down with Dana to untangle this web of allegations and scandal, and discuss what this could mean for Las Vegas. Thoughts? Questions? Give us a ring (702-514-0719) or tag us on social media (we’re @CityCastVegas on Twitter and Instagram. For more Las Vegas news, events, and commentary, sign up for our brilliant morning newsletter here. Wed, 16 Aug 2023 13:00:00 -0000 Could This Gambling Ring Take Down a Casino Boss? full City Cast It has all the makings of an HBO special: A pro-athlete turned illegal sports betting bookie. A secret black book of names. And possibly even money laundering through comped chips in a scandal that could reach as far up as the President of Resorts World. And this isn’t fiction — it’s the subject of new investigative reporting from Dana Gentry at the Nevada Current. So what the hell’s going on? Co-host Dayvid Figler sits down with Dana to untangle this web of allegations and scandal, and discuss what this could mean for Las Vegas. Thoughts? Questions? Give us a ring (702-514-0719) or tag us on social media (we’re @CityCastVegas on Twitter and Instagram. For more Las Vegas news, events, and commentary, sign up for our brilliant morning newsletter here. It has all the makings of an HBO special: A pro-athlete turned illegal sports betting bookie. A secret black book of names. And possibly even money laundering through comped chips in a scandal that could reach as far up as the President of Resorts World. And this isn’t fiction — it’s the subject of new investigative reporting from Dana Gentry at the Nevada Current. So what the hell’s going on? Co-host Dayvid Figler sits down with Dana to untangle this web of allegations and scandal, and discuss what this could mean for Las Vegas.


Thoughts? Questions? Give us a ring (702-514-0719) or tag us on social media (we’re @CityCastVegas on Twitter and Instagram.


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]]> 1196 The Biggest Casino Heist in Vegas History https://lasvegas.citycast.fm You saw the news earlier this summer about a string of casino heists — a guy posing as the owner of the Circa walked away with $1 million in cash. While that number is stunning, it’s not the biggest heist Vegas has ever seen. In fact, this year is the 30th anniversary of the biggest casino heist in Las Vegas history, totaling $3 million — and it’s a wild ride involving a 21 year old woman trained in firearms who disguised herself as an old lady, a co-conspirator and lover some 27 years her senior, and ultimately, the change of heart that brought her right back to Las Vegas. Co-host Dayvid Figler watched the Netflix documentary about this heist and breaks it all down for co-host Vogue Robinson. Did you love this episode? Here’s what you can do: Hit the share button and share it with all your friends on social media — and tag us! We’re @CityCastVegas on Twitter and Instagram. You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719. Want some more Las Vegas news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter here. Tue, 15 Aug 2023 13:00:00 -0000 The Biggest Casino Heist in Vegas History full City Cast You saw the news earlier this summer about a string of casino heists — a guy posing as the owner of the Circa walked away with $1 million in cash. While that number is stunning, it’s not the biggest heist Vegas has ever seen. In fact, this year is the 30th anniversary of the biggest casino heist in Las Vegas history, totaling $3 million — and it’s a wild ride involving a 21 year old woman trained in firearms who disguised herself as an old lady, a co-conspirator and lover some 27 years her senior, and ultimately, the change of heart that brought her right back to Las Vegas. Co-host Dayvid Figler watched the Netflix documentary about this heist and breaks it all down for co-host Vogue Robinson. Did you love this episode? Here’s what you can do: Hit the share button and share it with all your friends on social media — and tag us! We’re @CityCastVegas on Twitter and Instagram. You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719. Want some more Las Vegas news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter here. You saw the news earlier this summer about a string of casino heists — a guy posing as the owner of the Circa walked away with $1 million in cash. While that number is stunning, it’s not the biggest heist Vegas has ever seen. In fact, this year is the 30th anniversary of the biggest casino heist in Las Vegas history, totaling $3 million — and it’s a wild ride involving a 21 year old woman trained in firearms who disguised herself as an old lady, a co-conspirator and lover some 27 years her senior, and ultimately, the change of heart that brought her right back to Las Vegas. Co-host Dayvid Figler watched the Netflix documentary about this heist and breaks it all down for co-host Vogue Robinson.


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]]> 1603 Why Doesn’t Clark County Have Brothels? https://lasvegas.citycast.fm For over 50 years, Nevada has been the only U.S. state with legalized prostitution — but it’s only allowed in brothels, and even then, only in a few rural counties. A small grassroots effort is underway this summer to expand legal brothels to Douglas and Churchill Counties — but why not Clark County? How did Sin City opt out of this particular “sin”? Today, co-host Dayvid Figler chats with UNLV sociology professor Barb Brents, a leading expert on sexual commerce, about how we got here, and if (and how) Clark County could get brothels, too. What are your thoughts on legal brothels coming to Clark County? Should we get brothels here? Let us know what you think: We’re @CityCastVegas on Twitter and Instagram, or you could leave us a voicemail or text us at 702-514-0719. For more on what’s going on in Southern Nevada, check out our amazing morning newsletter here — it’s got news, events, commentary, and more! Mon, 14 Aug 2023 13:00:00 -0000 Why Doesn’t Clark County Have Brothels? full City Cast For over 50 years, Nevada has been the only U.S. state with legalized prostitution — but it’s only allowed in brothels, and even then, only in a few rural counties. A small grassroots effort is underway this summer to expand legal brothels to Douglas and Churchill Counties — but why not Clark County? How did Sin City opt out of this particular “sin”? Today, co-host Dayvid Figler chats with UNLV sociology professor Barb Brents, a leading expert on sexual commerce, about how we got here, and if (and how) Clark County could get brothels, too. What are your thoughts on legal brothels coming to Clark County? Should we get brothels here? Let us know what you think: We’re @CityCastVegas on Twitter and Instagram, or you could leave us a voicemail or text us at 702-514-0719. For more on what’s going on in Southern Nevada, check out our amazing morning newsletter here — it’s got news, events, commentary, and more! For over 50 years, Nevada has been the only U.S. state with legalized prostitution — but it’s only allowed in brothels, and even then, only in a few rural counties. A small grassroots effort is underway this summer to expand legal brothels to Douglas and Churchill Counties — but why not Clark County? How did Sin City opt out of this particular “sin”? Today, co-host Dayvid Figler chats with UNLV sociology professor Barb Brents, a leading expert on sexual commerce, about how we got here, and if (and how) Clark County could get brothels, too.


What are your thoughts on legal brothels coming to Clark County? Should we get brothels here? Let us know what you think: We’re @CityCastVegas on Twitter and Instagram, or you could leave us a voicemail or text us at 702-514-0719.


For more on what’s going on in Southern Nevada, check out our amazing morning newsletter here — it’s got news, events, commentary, and more!

]]> 1439 A Food Pantry Controversy, AI in Public Meetings, and the Semi-Legal State of Street Vendors https://lasvegas.citycast.fm/podcasts It’s been a turbulent week in Las Vegas! First, a downtown food pantry is at risk of shutting down after neighbors contest their new operating license. Then, a confrontation between Metro and a street food vendor at the Welcome to Las Vegas sign draws criticism from both sides of the aisle. Lastly, the North Las Vegas government gives AI a shot at translating public meetings in real-time. Co-hosts Vogue Robinson and Dayvid Figler are joined by Nevada Independent reporter Jacob Solis to break it all down. Do you trust the use of AI in public meetings? Let us know on social media! Follow us @CityCastVegas on Twitter and Instagram. You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719. Stay up to date on all the latest Las Vegas news by signing up for our morning newsletter here. Fri, 11 Aug 2023 13:00:00 -0000 A Food Pantry Controversy, AI in Public Meetings, and the Semi-Legal State of Street Vendors full City Cast It’s been a turbulent week in Las Vegas! First, a downtown food pantry is at risk of shutting down after neighbors contest their new operating license. Then, a confrontation between Metro and a street food vendor at the Welcome to Las Vegas sign draws criticism from both sides of the aisle. Lastly, the North Las Vegas government gives AI a shot at translating public meetings in real-time. Co-hosts Vogue Robinson and Dayvid Figler are joined by Nevada Independent reporter Jacob Solis to break it all down. Do you trust the use of AI in public meetings? Let us know on social media! Follow us @CityCastVegas on Twitter and Instagram. You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719. Stay up to date on all the latest Las Vegas news by signing up for our morning newsletter here. It’s been a turbulent week in Las Vegas! First, a downtown food pantry is at risk of shutting down after neighbors contest their new operating license. Then, a confrontation between Metro and a street food vendor at the Welcome to Las Vegas sign draws criticism from both sides of the aisle. Lastly, the North Las Vegas government gives AI a shot at translating public meetings in real-time. Co-hosts Vogue Robinson and Dayvid Figler are joined by Nevada Independent reporter Jacob Solis to break it all down.


Do you trust the use of AI in public meetings? Let us know on social media! Follow us @CityCastVegas on Twitter and Instagram. You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719.


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]]> 2088 The Ancient Technique Driving Modern Mexican Cuisine https://lasvegas.citycast.fm A new trend is sweeping Mexican food — and it’s actually ancient. Nixtamalization is a cooking method that uses calcium hydroxide (naturally found in limestone) to break down corn, unlocking essential nutrients and flavors, resulting in pliable, fragrant tortillas — a far cry from the preservative-laden grocery store tortillas that most of us know. Today, Chef Mariana Alvarado joins co-host Dayvid Figler to talk about why nixtamalization and heritage corn is at the heart of her business, Masazul, and where around the Las Vegas Valley you can try it. Restaurants named by Chef Mariana: Casa Playa at the Wynn B.S. Taqueria at the UnCommons Milpa in Spring Valley Have you tried nixtamalized corn? Tag us on social media if you go! We’re @CityCastVegas Instagram. You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719. Want some more Las Vegas news? Then make sure to sign up for our brilliant morning newsletter here. Thu, 10 Aug 2023 13:00:00 -0000 The Ancient Technique Driving Modern Mexican Cuisine full City Cast A new trend is sweeping Mexican food — and it’s actually ancient. Nixtamalization is a cooking method that uses calcium hydroxide (naturally found in limestone) to break down corn, unlocking essential nutrients and flavors, resulting in pliable, fragrant tortillas — a far cry from the preservative-laden grocery store tortillas that most of us know. Today, Chef Mariana Alvarado joins co-host Dayvid Figler to talk about why nixtamalization and heritage corn is at the heart of her business, Masazul, and where around the Las Vegas Valley you can try it. Restaurants named by Chef Mariana: Casa Playa at the Wynn B.S. Taqueria at the UnCommons Milpa in Spring Valley Have you tried nixtamalized corn? Tag us on social media if you go! We’re @CityCastVegas Instagram. You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719. Want some more Las Vegas news? Then make sure to sign up for our brilliant morning newsletter here. A new trend is sweeping Mexican food — and it’s actually ancient. Nixtamalization is a cooking method that uses calcium hydroxide (naturally found in limestone) to break down corn, unlocking essential nutrients and flavors, resulting in pliable, fragrant tortillas — a far cry from the preservative-laden grocery store tortillas that most of us know. Today, Chef Mariana Alvarado joins co-host Dayvid Figler to talk about why nixtamalization and heritage corn is at the heart of her business, Masazul, and where around the Las Vegas Valley you can try it.


Restaurants named by Chef Mariana:


Have you tried nixtamalized corn? Tag us on social media if you go! We’re @CityCastVegas Instagram. You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719.


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]]> 1136 Our Fave Local Bands Competing for an LIB Stage https://lasvegas.citycast.fm/ Life is Beautiful is hosting the second year of the Rising Stars Competition, which will give local musicians the chance to be on this year’s festival lineup with local legends The Killers. 16 semi-finalists compete over two weekends, and then judges will pick the four finalists to play in a final round hosted at The Space. Co-hosts Vogue Robinson and Dayvid Figler along with producer Layla Muhammad listened to all 16 competing musicians and share their favorites, so you can add some Las Vegas love to your playlists.  Listen to most of the musicians on CCLV’s playlist here. For a shorter list, check out Life is Beautiful’s Rising Star playlist here. You can grab tickets to the second weekend of the Rising Stars Competition on Aug. 11 & 12 or the final on Aug. 18 here. Let us know who your favorite local musician is! Tag us on social media @CityCastVegas on Twitter and Instagram. You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719. Want some more Las Vegas news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter here.  Wed, 09 Aug 2023 13:00:00 -0000 Our Fave Local Bands Competing for an LIB Stage full City Cast Life is Beautiful is hosting the second year of the Rising Stars Competition, which will give local musicians the chance to be on this year’s festival lineup with local legends The Killers. 16 semi-finalists compete over two weekends, and then judges will pick the four finalists to play in a final round hosted at The Space. Co-hosts Vogue Robinson and Dayvid Figler along with producer Layla Muhammad listened to all 16 competing musicians and share their favorites, so you can add some Las Vegas love to your playlists.  Listen to most of the musicians on CCLV’s playlist here. For a shorter list, check out Life is Beautiful’s Rising Star playlist here. You can grab tickets to the second weekend of the Rising Stars Competition on Aug. 11 & 12 or the final on Aug. 18 here. Let us know who your favorite local musician is! Tag us on social media @CityCastVegas on Twitter and Instagram. You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719. Want some more Las Vegas news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter here.  Life is Beautiful is hosting the second year of the Rising Stars Competition, which will give local musicians the chance to be on this year’s festival lineup with local legends The Killers. 16 semi-finalists compete over two weekends, and then judges will pick the four finalists to play in a final round hosted at The Space. Co-hosts Vogue Robinson and Dayvid Figler along with producer Layla Muhammad listened to all 16 competing musicians and share their favorites, so you can add some Las Vegas love to your playlists. 


Listen to most of the musicians on CCLV’s playlist here. For a shorter list, check out Life is Beautiful’s Rising Star playlist here.


You can grab tickets to the second weekend of the Rising Stars Competition on Aug. 11 & 12 or the final on Aug. 18 here.


Let us know who your favorite local musician is! Tag us on social media @CityCastVegas on Twitter and Instagram. You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719.


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]]> 1698 7 Things You Didn’t Know About Your Library Card https://lasvegas.citycast.fm/ Many people think the library is just a stuffy place for books and some librarian telling you to keep quiet, but the Clark County Library District has transformed their 25 locations into resource hubs for the community. From employment assistance to 3D printing, DJ classes to podcasting, you’ll be surprised at all the power your free library card holds. The district’s digital content manager Ryan Simoneau explains to host Vogue Robinson the most interesting features you probably don’t know about and how our libraries have modernized their offerings. Check out CCLD’s latest educational campaign here: https://thelibrarydistrict.org/free-to-be/ Show us what you are doing with your library card! Tag us on social media @CityCastVegas on Instagram! You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719. Want some more Las Vegas news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter here.  Tue, 08 Aug 2023 13:00:00 -0000 7 Things You Didn’t Know About Your Library Card full City Cast Many people think the library is just a stuffy place for books and some librarian telling you to keep quiet, but the Clark County Library District has transformed their 25 locations into resource hubs for the community. From employment assistance to 3D printing, DJ classes to podcasting, you’ll be surprised at all the power your free library card holds. The district’s digital content manager Ryan Simoneau explains to host Vogue Robinson the most interesting features you probably don’t know about and how our libraries have modernized their offerings. Check out CCLD’s latest educational campaign here: https://thelibrarydistrict.org/free-to-be/ Show us what you are doing with your library card! Tag us on social media @CityCastVegas on Instagram! You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719. Want some more Las Vegas news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter here.  Many people think the library is just a stuffy place for books and some librarian telling you to keep quiet, but the Clark County Library District has transformed their 25 locations into resource hubs for the community. From employment assistance to 3D printing, DJ classes to podcasting, you’ll be surprised at all the power your free library card holds. The district’s digital content manager Ryan Simoneau explains to host Vogue Robinson the most interesting features you probably don’t know about and how our libraries have modernized their offerings.


Check out CCLD’s latest educational campaign here: https://thelibrarydistrict.org/free-to-be/


Show us what you are doing with your library card! Tag us on social media @CityCastVegas on Instagram! You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719.


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]]> 1320 no Could Vegas Finally Get an NBA Team? https://lasvegas.citycast.fm The wild success of this year’s NBA Summer League in Vegas, with sold-out seats and all eyes on rookie superstar Victor Wembanyama, is a sign of things to come, says Channel 3 main sports anchor Bryan Salmond. In the last few years, our city has welcomed the NHL, NFL, and the WNBA. So the question we all have is: Is the NBA next? What team would we get, and where would they even play? Bryan lets co-host Dayvid Figler in on his industry insider sources. Which basketball team would you like to see come to Las Vegas — or what would you name a homegrown team of our own? Let us know @CityCastVegas on Twitter and Instagram, or leave us a voicemail or a text at 702-514-0719. Treat yourself to even more excellent coverage of Las Vegas news, culture, and events — sign up for our daily morning newsletter here. Mon, 07 Aug 2023 13:00:00 -0000 Could Vegas Finally Get an NBA Team? full City Cast The wild success of this year’s NBA Summer League in Vegas, with sold-out seats and all eyes on rookie superstar Victor Wembanyama, is a sign of things to come, says Channel 3 main sports anchor Bryan Salmond. In the last few years, our city has welcomed the NHL, NFL, and the WNBA. So the question we all have is: Is the NBA next? What team would we get, and where would they even play? Bryan lets co-host Dayvid Figler in on his industry insider sources. Which basketball team would you like to see come to Las Vegas — or what would you name a homegrown team of our own? Let us know @CityCastVegas on Twitter and Instagram, or leave us a voicemail or a text at 702-514-0719. Treat yourself to even more excellent coverage of Las Vegas news, culture, and events — sign up for our daily morning newsletter here. The wild success of this year’s NBA Summer League in Vegas, with sold-out seats and all eyes on rookie superstar Victor Wembanyama, is a sign of things to come, says Channel 3 main sports anchor Bryan Salmond. In the last few years, our city has welcomed the NHL, NFL, and the WNBA. So the question we all have is: Is the NBA next? What team would we get, and where would they even play? Bryan lets co-host Dayvid Figler in on his industry insider sources.


Which basketball team would you like to see come to Las Vegas — or what would you name a homegrown team of our own? Let us know @CityCastVegas on Twitter and Instagram, or leave us a voicemail or a text at 702-514-0719.


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]]> 1279 Should Our Politicians Have Age Limits? Plus, Cardi B’s Mic, and Badlands Drama https://lasvegas.citycast.fm/podcasts Ever wondered why the Badlands Golf Course litigation continues to drag on — with a multi-million dollar price tag for taxpayers? You’re not alone: Councilwoman Victoria Seaman was the sole dissenting voice at a City Council meeting this Wednesday when the city voted to allocate another $1.5 million to even more litigation against the Badlands developer who’s sued the city (and won). Today, co-hosts Dayvid Figler and Vogue Robinson, along with contributor Andrew Kiraly, discuss the implications of this ongoing battle and what should be built on the 250-acre site instead of even more McMansions. Next up, the team takes on the national conversation over age limits for politicians (spoiler: we’re not all on the same page), and who our oldest public servants are in Southern Nevada are. And finally, the mic that Cardi B threw at a fan (after another fan threw water at her) is up for auction at $100k with proceeds headed to charity. But is throwing things at entertainers becoming too much of a trend? What do you think about age limits for politicians? Let us know on social media (we’re @CityCastVegas on Twitter and Instagram) or by voicemail/text: 702-514-0719 Want another way to stay in the Vegas loop? Sign up for our morning newsletter to get the latest in news, events, and happenings-around-town. Fri, 04 Aug 2023 13:00:00 -0000 Should Our Politicians Have Age Limits? Plus, Cardi B’s Mic, and Badlands Drama full City Cast Ever wondered why the Badlands Golf Course litigation continues to drag on — with a multi-million dollar price tag for taxpayers? You’re not alone: Councilwoman Victoria Seaman was the sole dissenting voice at a City Council meeting this Wednesday when the city voted to allocate another $1.5 million to even more litigation against the Badlands developer who’s sued the city (and won). Today, co-hosts Dayvid Figler and Vogue Robinson, along with contributor Andrew Kiraly, discuss the implications of this ongoing battle and what should be built on the 250-acre site instead of even more McMansions. Next up, the team takes on the national conversation over age limits for politicians (spoiler: we’re not all on the same page), and who our oldest public servants are in Southern Nevada are. And finally, the mic that Cardi B threw at a fan (after another fan threw water at her) is up for auction at $100k with proceeds headed to charity. But is throwing things at entertainers becoming too much of a trend? What do you think about age limits for politicians? Let us know on social media (we’re @CityCastVegas on Twitter and Instagram) or by voicemail/text: 702-514-0719 Want another way to stay in the Vegas loop? Sign up for our morning newsletter to get the latest in news, events, and happenings-around-town. Ever wondered why the Badlands Golf Course litigation continues to drag on — with a multi-million dollar price tag for taxpayers? You’re not alone: Councilwoman Victoria Seaman was the sole dissenting voice at a City Council meeting this Wednesday when the city voted to allocate another $1.5 million to even more litigation against the Badlands developer who’s sued the city (and won). Today, co-hosts Dayvid Figler and Vogue Robinson, along with contributor Andrew Kiraly, discuss the implications of this ongoing battle and what should be built on the 250-acre site instead of even more McMansions. Next up, the team takes on the national conversation over age limits for politicians (spoiler: we’re not all on the same page), and who our oldest public servants are in Southern Nevada are. And finally, the mic that Cardi B threw at a fan (after another fan threw water at her) is up for auction at $100k with proceeds headed to charity. But is throwing things at entertainers becoming too much of a trend?


What do you think about age limits for politicians? Let us know on social media (we’re @CityCastVegas on Twitter and Instagram) or by voicemail/text: 702-514-0719


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]]> 2236 Why Tinned Fish is Taking Over Vegas Restaurants https://lasvegas.citycast.fm Tinned fish first started trending in 2017 with cafes and restaurants in major cities adding them to the menu, then again in 2022 with “seacuterie” boards popping up on TikTok. Finally this year, the trend has made it to Las Vegas through Kris Wilson, Erica Bell, and Emily Baddock, founders of the Tinned Fish Club. The organizers have been partnering with local restaurants and introducing the European mainstay to the Las Vegas food chain. Kris and Erica tell co-host Dayvid Figler why tinned fish is growing in popularity, how they convince skeptics to give it a try, and the latest chef on the Strip to join the club. Did this episode make you want to try tinned fish? Let us know on social media! Follow us @CityCastVegas on Twitterand Instagram. You can find the Tinned Fish Club on Instagram too @tinnedfishclublv. You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719. Want some more Las Vegas food news? Make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter, Hey Las Vegas, here.  Thu, 03 Aug 2023 13:00:00 -0000 Why Tinned Fish is Taking Over Vegas Restaurants full City Cast Tinned fish first started trending in 2017 with cafes and restaurants in major cities adding them to the menu, then again in 2022 with “seacuterie” boards popping up on TikTok. Finally this year, the trend has made it to Las Vegas through Kris Wilson, Erica Bell, and Emily Baddock, founders of the Tinned Fish Club. The organizers have been partnering with local restaurants and introducing the European mainstay to the Las Vegas food chain. Kris and Erica tell co-host Dayvid Figler why tinned fish is growing in popularity, how they convince skeptics to give it a try, and the latest chef on the Strip to join the club. Did this episode make you want to try tinned fish? Let us know on social media! Follow us @CityCastVegas on Twitterand Instagram. You can find the Tinned Fish Club on Instagram too @tinnedfishclublv. You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719. Want some more Las Vegas food news? Make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter, Hey Las Vegas, here.  Tinned fish first started trending in 2017 with cafes and restaurants in major cities adding them to the menu, then again in 2022 with “seacuterie” boards popping up on TikTok. Finally this year, the trend has made it to Las Vegas through Kris Wilson, Erica Bell, and Emily Baddock, founders of the Tinned Fish Club. The organizers have been partnering with local restaurants and introducing the European mainstay to the Las Vegas food chain. Kris and Erica tell co-host Dayvid Figler why tinned fish is growing in popularity, how they convince skeptics to give it a try, and the latest chef on the Strip to join the club.


Did this episode make you want to try tinned fish? Let us know on social media! Follow us @CityCastVegas on Twitterand Instagram. You can find the Tinned Fish Club on Instagram too @tinnedfishclublv.


You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719.


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]]> 1235 Why Vegas Has So Many Orange Cones https://lasvegas.citycast.fm Our city’s love-hate affair with orange cones is basically canon at this point (remember that RTC “Love the Cone” ad campaign a few years back?). A local brewery even debuted a beer this summer cheekily named “Nevada State Flower,” as orange traffic cones are often called. But why do we have so many dang orange cones all around town, and what’s on the other side of all that construction? Today, co-host Dayvid Figler sits down with Clark County’s Director of Traffic Safety, Andrew Bennett, to get the low-down on road construction around town, why there’s so much of it, and what those changes will do for us. You can find a map of current orange cone projects here. Still irked by those orange cones? Weigh in on this episode by leaving us a voicemail or sending us a text at 702-514-0719. You can also find us @CityCastVegas on Twitter and Instagram. Want even more of the latest in Las Vegas news, events, and culture? Sign up for our morning newsletter here — it lands fresh in your inbox daily at 6 a.m. Wed, 02 Aug 2023 13:00:00 -0000 Why Vegas Has So Many Orange Cones full City Cast Our city’s love-hate affair with orange cones is basically canon at this point (remember that RTC “Love the Cone” ad campaign a few years back?). A local brewery even debuted a beer this summer cheekily named “Nevada State Flower,” as orange traffic cones are often called. But why do we have so many dang orange cones all around town, and what’s on the other side of all that construction? Today, co-host Dayvid Figler sits down with Clark County’s Director of Traffic Safety, Andrew Bennett, to get the low-down on road construction around town, why there’s so much of it, and what those changes will do for us. You can find a map of current orange cone projects here. Still irked by those orange cones? Weigh in on this episode by leaving us a voicemail or sending us a text at 702-514-0719. You can also find us @CityCastVegas on Twitter and Instagram. Want even more of the latest in Las Vegas news, events, and culture? Sign up for our morning newsletter here — it lands fresh in your inbox daily at 6 a.m. Our city’s love-hate affair with orange cones is basically canon at this point (remember that RTC “Love the Cone” ad campaign a few years back?). A local brewery even debuted a beer this summer cheekily named “Nevada State Flower,” as orange traffic cones are often called. But why do we have so many dang orange cones all around town, and what’s on the other side of all that construction? Today, co-host Dayvid Figler sits down with Clark County’s Director of Traffic Safety, Andrew Bennett, to get the low-down on road construction around town, why there’s so much of it, and what those changes will do for us.


You can find a map of current orange cone projects here. Still irked by those orange cones? Weigh in on this episode by leaving us a voicemail or sending us a text at 702-514-0719.


You can also find us @CityCastVegas on Twitter and Instagram.


Want even more of the latest in Las Vegas news, events, and culture? Sign up for our morning newsletter here — it lands fresh in your inbox daily at 6 a.m.

]]> 1239 How $1 Billion Will Help NV Fight the Opioid Crisis https://lasvegas.citycast.fm/podcasts After four years of litigation against big pharmaceutical companies, Nevada has won $1.1 billion in the fight to hold drug manufacturers and distributors like Walgreens and CVS accountable for their part in the state’s opioid crisis. This was part of a national effort with other states, and July’s settlement with Walgreens marks the end of Nevada’s opioid litigation. In an announcement last month, Attorney General Aaron Ford said that Nevada is “one of the hardest hit by this crisis” and that the money will be used to fight opioid addiction across the state. Nevada Independent reporters Joey Lovato and Sean Golonka join co-host Vogue Robinson on the podcast to explain Clark County’s response to the opioid crisis, where the funds will go, and what we can do to keep our neighbors safe. Listen to the Nevada Independent’s IndyMatters two-part deep dive “Facing the Fentanyl Crisis” here. Keep the conversation going with us on social media! Follow us @CityCastVegas on Twitter and Instagram. You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719. Wondering what’s up with this weather? Where to eat? What to do?! Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter for all the Vegas news and tips here.  Tue, 01 Aug 2023 13:00:00 -0000 How $1 Billion Will Help NV Fight the Opioid Crisis full City Cast After four years of litigation against big pharmaceutical companies, Nevada has won $1.1 billion in the fight to hold drug manufacturers and distributors like Walgreens and CVS accountable for their part in the state’s opioid crisis. This was part of a national effort with other states, and July’s settlement with Walgreens marks the end of Nevada’s opioid litigation. In an announcement last month, Attorney General Aaron Ford said that Nevada is “one of the hardest hit by this crisis” and that the money will be used to fight opioid addiction across the state. Nevada Independent reporters Joey Lovato and Sean Golonka join co-host Vogue Robinson on the podcast to explain Clark County’s response to the opioid crisis, where the funds will go, and what we can do to keep our neighbors safe. Listen to the Nevada Independent’s IndyMatters two-part deep dive “Facing the Fentanyl Crisis” here. Keep the conversation going with us on social media! Follow us @CityCastVegas on Twitter and Instagram. You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719. Wondering what’s up with this weather? Where to eat? What to do?! Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter for all the Vegas news and tips here.  After four years of litigation against big pharmaceutical companies, Nevada has won $1.1 billion in the fight to hold drug manufacturers and distributors like Walgreens and CVS accountable for their part in the state’s opioid crisis. This was part of a national effort with other states, and July’s settlement with Walgreens marks the end of Nevada’s opioid litigation. In an announcement last month, Attorney General Aaron Ford said that Nevada is “one of the hardest hit by this crisis” and that the money will be used to fight opioid addiction across the state. Nevada Independent reporters Joey Lovato and Sean Golonka join co-host Vogue Robinson on the podcast to explain Clark County’s response to the opioid crisis, where the funds will go, and what we can do to keep our neighbors safe.


Listen to the Nevada Independent’s IndyMatters two-part deep dive “Facing the Fentanyl Crisis” here.


Keep the conversation going with us on social media! Follow us @CityCastVegas on Twitter and Instagram. You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719.


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]]> 1237 The Good, The Bad, And The Ugly Houses https://lasvegas.citycast.fm/ You’ve probably seen the “We Buy Ugly Houses” fliers on the streets of Las Vegas promising quick cash in return for selling your home to them. According to the franchise, owned by national corporate company HomeVestors, they are America’s #1 home buyers. But does it all seem too good to be true? Reporter Anjeanette Damon shares with co-host Dayvid Figler what her team at ProPublica found while following the story of Las Vegas homeowner Royanne McNair who was targeted by the company’s aggressive business practices.  If you are selling or already sold your home in Vegas recently, we want to hear about your experience! You can call or text us with your story at 702-514-0719. We’re also on social media! Follow us @CityCastVegas on the formerly known Twitter and Instagram.  Trying to avoid all the scams and shady businesses? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter here to stay Las Vegas savvy.  Mon, 31 Jul 2023 13:00:00 -0000 The Good, The Bad, And The Ugly Houses full City Cast You’ve probably seen the “We Buy Ugly Houses” fliers on the streets of Las Vegas promising quick cash in return for selling your home to them. According to the franchise, owned by national corporate company HomeVestors, they are America’s #1 home buyers. But does it all seem too good to be true? Reporter Anjeanette Damon shares with co-host Dayvid Figler what her team at ProPublica found while following the story of Las Vegas homeowner Royanne McNair who was targeted by the company’s aggressive business practices.  If you are selling or already sold your home in Vegas recently, we want to hear about your experience! You can call or text us with your story at 702-514-0719. We’re also on social media! Follow us @CityCastVegas on the formerly known Twitter and Instagram.  Trying to avoid all the scams and shady businesses? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter here to stay Las Vegas savvy.  You’ve probably seen the “We Buy Ugly Houses” fliers on the streets of Las Vegas promising quick cash in return for selling your home to them. According to the franchise, owned by national corporate company HomeVestors, they are America’s #1 home buyers. But does it all seem too good to be true? Reporter Anjeanette Damon shares with co-host Dayvid Figler what her team at ProPublica found while following the story of Las Vegas homeowner Royanne McNair who was targeted by the company’s aggressive business practices. 


If you are selling or already sold your home in Vegas recently, we want to hear about your experience! You can call or text us with your story at 702-514-0719. We’re also on social media! Follow us @CityCastVegas on the formerly known Twitter and Instagram. 


Trying to avoid all the scams and shady businesses? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter here to stay Las Vegas savvy. 

]]> 1248 Fines for the Governor, Police Dogs, and End of Summer https://lasvegas.citycast.fm According to CCSD, it is officially the last week of summer — school starts on August 7th (yes). So today, co-hosts Vogue Robinson and Dayvid Figler sit down with contributor and Nevada Current reporter April Corbin to talk about whether school is starting too early now. Plus, we chat about the $20,000 fine levied on Governor Lombardo by the Ethics Commission, and what constitutes a fair fine for his campaign ethics violations. And in light of the recent news of a K-9 police dog getting stabbed, the team has an intense discussion about the use of dogs in policing — and whether law enforcement should be employing these dogs at all. For those of you with family heading back to school, whether as students, teachers, or staff, here’s the guide to Southern Nevada back-to-school events that Vogue mentions in the episode. What are your plans for the last week of summer? Tag us on social media (we’re @CityCastVegas on Twitter and Instagram) or leave us a voicemail or text at 702-514-0719. Want more Las Vegas news, events, and commentary? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter here. Fri, 28 Jul 2023 13:00:00 -0000 Fines for the Governor, Police Dogs, and End of Summer full City Cast According to CCSD, it is officially the last week of summer — school starts on August 7th (yes). So today, co-hosts Vogue Robinson and Dayvid Figler sit down with contributor and Nevada Current reporter April Corbin to talk about whether school is starting too early now. Plus, we chat about the $20,000 fine levied on Governor Lombardo by the Ethics Commission, and what constitutes a fair fine for his campaign ethics violations. And in light of the recent news of a K-9 police dog getting stabbed, the team has an intense discussion about the use of dogs in policing — and whether law enforcement should be employing these dogs at all. For those of you with family heading back to school, whether as students, teachers, or staff, here’s the guide to Southern Nevada back-to-school events that Vogue mentions in the episode. What are your plans for the last week of summer? Tag us on social media (we’re @CityCastVegas on Twitter and Instagram) or leave us a voicemail or text at 702-514-0719. Want more Las Vegas news, events, and commentary? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter here. According to CCSD, it is officially the last week of summer — school starts on August 7th (yes). So today, co-hosts Vogue Robinson and Dayvid Figler sit down with contributor and Nevada Current reporter April Corbin to talk about whether school is starting too early now. Plus, we chat about the $20,000 fine levied on Governor Lombardo by the Ethics Commission, and what constitutes a fair fine for his campaign ethics violations. And in light of the recent news of a K-9 police dog getting stabbed, the team has an intense discussion about the use of dogs in policing — and whether law enforcement should be employing these dogs at all.


For those of you with family heading back to school, whether as students, teachers, or staff, here’s the guide to Southern Nevada back-to-school events that Vogue mentions in the episode.


What are your plans for the last week of summer? Tag us on social media (we’re @CityCastVegas on Twitter and Instagram) or leave us a voicemail or text at 702-514-0719.


Want more Las Vegas news, events, and commentary? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter here.

]]> 2193 How Speakeasies Shaped Las Vegas Need an indoor activity to get you out of the house during this seemingly never-ending heat wave? Nestled into multiple establishments around Las Vegas are speakeasies where you can chill out in the A/C away from the crowds while enjoying some great drinks. To no one’s surprise, Sin City has an interesting (and inclusive!) history with speakeasies during the prohibition. So before you venture out to find these hidden gems, take a listen to this conversation from January with Claire White, Director of Education at The Mob Museum. Claire tells co-host Vogue Robinson about how our city handled the prohibition while they sip on signature drinks from the museum’s own speakeasy, The Underground. What Vegas speakeasies are you visiting this summer? Send us your list on social media! Follow us @CityCastVegas on Twitter and Instagram. You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719 to share your speakeasy experience. For more places to beat the Vegas heat, make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter, Hey Las Vegas, here.  Thu, 27 Jul 2023 13:00:00 -0000 How Speakeasies Shaped Las Vegas full City Cast Need an indoor activity to get you out of the house during this seemingly never-ending heat wave? Nestled into multiple establishments around Las Vegas are speakeasies where you can chill out in the A/C away from the crowds while enjoying some great drinks. To no one’s surprise, Sin City has an interesting (and inclusive!) history with speakeasies during the prohibition. So before you venture out to find these hidden gems, take a listen to this conversation from January with Claire White, Director of Education at The Mob Museum. Claire tells co-host Vogue Robinson about how our city handled the prohibition while they sip on signature drinks from the museum’s own speakeasy, The Underground. What Vegas speakeasies are you visiting this summer? Send us your list on social media! Follow us @CityCastVegas on Twitter and Instagram. You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719 to share your speakeasy experience. For more places to beat the Vegas heat, make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter, Hey Las Vegas, here.  Need an indoor activity to get you out of the house during this seemingly never-ending heat wave? Nestled into multiple establishments around Las Vegas are speakeasies where you can chill out in the A/C away from the crowds while enjoying some great drinks. To no one’s surprise, Sin City has an interesting (and inclusive!) history with speakeasies during the prohibition. So before you venture out to find these hidden gems, take a listen to this conversation from January with Claire White, Director of Education at The Mob Museum. Claire tells co-host Vogue Robinson about how our city handled the prohibition while they sip on signature drinks from the museum’s own speakeasy, The Underground.


What Vegas speakeasies are you visiting this summer? Send us your list on social media! Follow us @CityCastVegas on Twitter and Instagram. You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719 to share your speakeasy experience.


For more places to beat the Vegas heat, make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter, Hey Las Vegas, here. 

]]> 1331 The Rules of Tipping in Las Vegas https://lasvegas.citycast.fm Tipping is a deeply-entrenched part of Vegas culture, perhaps more here than in any other city. But lately, it seems like we’re being asked to tip in more and more places at higher and higher percentages. And according to some research, tipping isn’t great for workers, either. So what’s the deal with tipping — should Vegas get rid of tipping? Today on the podcast, co-host Dayvid Figler talks with writer and longtime Vegas service worker Brittany Bronson. Brittany tells us about how tipped jobs in Vegas can really change someone’s life — and what we’d need to do if we want to change the tipping conversation. Plus, Brittany gives us a few tips of her own on how to tip right. How do you feel about tipping? Let us know — we’re @CityCastVegas on Twitter and Instagram, and you can call or text us at 702-514-0719. For more Vegas chatter, news, and goings-on-about-town, make sure to sign up for our amazing morning newsletter here. Wed, 26 Jul 2023 13:00:00 -0000 The Rules of Tipping in Las Vegas full City Cast Tipping is a deeply-entrenched part of Vegas culture, perhaps more here than in any other city. But lately, it seems like we’re being asked to tip in more and more places at higher and higher percentages. And according to some research, tipping isn’t great for workers, either. So what’s the deal with tipping — should Vegas get rid of tipping? Today on the podcast, co-host Dayvid Figler talks with writer and longtime Vegas service worker Brittany Bronson. Brittany tells us about how tipped jobs in Vegas can really change someone’s life — and what we’d need to do if we want to change the tipping conversation. Plus, Brittany gives us a few tips of her own on how to tip right. How do you feel about tipping? Let us know — we’re @CityCastVegas on Twitter and Instagram, and you can call or text us at 702-514-0719. For more Vegas chatter, news, and goings-on-about-town, make sure to sign up for our amazing morning newsletter here. Tipping is a deeply-entrenched part of Vegas culture, perhaps more here than in any other city. But lately, it seems like we’re being asked to tip in more and more places at higher and higher percentages. And according to some research, tipping isn’t great for workers, either. So what’s the deal with tipping — should Vegas get rid of tipping? Today on the podcast, co-host Dayvid Figler talks with writer and longtime Vegas service worker Brittany Bronson. Brittany tells us about how tipped jobs in Vegas can really change someone’s life — and what we’d need to do if we want to change the tipping conversation. Plus, Brittany gives us a few tips of her own on how to tip right.


How do you feel about tipping? Let us know — we’re @CityCastVegas on Twitter and Instagram, and you can call or text us at 702-514-0719.


For more Vegas chatter, news, and goings-on-about-town, make sure to sign up for our amazing morning newsletter here.

]]> 1612 The Vegas Magic Behind These Viral Videos https://lasvegas.citycast.fm/podcasts Rick Lax has found the perfect formula for making viral videos, whether that means deep frying a whole watermelon or taping a pilot proposing mid-flight. They’ve amassed billions of views on social media — you’ve probably seen a few, without even realizing they’re Rick Lax productions. Rick has had many careers (attorney, writer, Vegas magician), but these days, through his company Network Media, Rick helps other entertainers make money from creating viral online content. The model has been so successful that last month creator company Jellysmack acquired Network Media for an undisclosed amount. Rick tells co-host Vogue Robinson how Las Vegas helped his company grow during the pandemic, his changing views on social media, and the secret to making millions from viral videos. Wanna help us go viral on social media? Follow us @CityCastVegas on Twitter and Instagram. You can also dial in to tell us about your favorite (or least favorite) viral video — bonus points if it’s about Las Vegas: 702-514-0719. Want some more Las Vegas news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter here. Tue, 25 Jul 2023 13:00:00 -0000 The Vegas Magic Behind These Viral Videos full City Cast Rick Lax has found the perfect formula for making viral videos, whether that means deep frying a whole watermelon or taping a pilot proposing mid-flight. They’ve amassed billions of views on social media — you’ve probably seen a few, without even realizing they’re Rick Lax productions. Rick has had many careers (attorney, writer, Vegas magician), but these days, through his company Network Media, Rick helps other entertainers make money from creating viral online content. The model has been so successful that last month creator company Jellysmack acquired Network Media for an undisclosed amount. Rick tells co-host Vogue Robinson how Las Vegas helped his company grow during the pandemic, his changing views on social media, and the secret to making millions from viral videos. Wanna help us go viral on social media? Follow us @CityCastVegas on Twitter and Instagram. You can also dial in to tell us about your favorite (or least favorite) viral video — bonus points if it’s about Las Vegas: 702-514-0719. Want some more Las Vegas news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter here. Rick Lax has found the perfect formula for making viral videos, whether that means deep frying a whole watermelon or taping a pilot proposing mid-flight. They’ve amassed billions of views on social media — you’ve probably seen a few, without even realizing they’re Rick Lax productions. Rick has had many careers (attorney, writer, Vegas magician), but these days, through his company Network Media, Rick helps other entertainers make money from creating viral online content. The model has been so successful that last month creator company Jellysmack acquired Network Media for an undisclosed amount. Rick tells co-host Vogue Robinson how Las Vegas helped his company grow during the pandemic, his changing views on social media, and the secret to making millions from viral videos.


Wanna help us go viral on social media? Follow us @CityCastVegas on Twitter and Instagram. You can also dial in to tell us about your favorite (or least favorite) viral video — bonus points if it’s about Las Vegas: 702-514-0719.


Want some more Las Vegas news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter here.

]]> 1287 Sen. Jacky Rosen on Bipartisanship and Bean Salad https://lasvegas.citycast.fm Before 2016, not a lot of Nevadans knew the name Jacky Rosen. But today, she’s finishing up her first 6-year term as one of our United States Senators. So who is Senator Jacky Rosen and how did her decades in Las Vegas shape her views, her causes, and political life? Why does bipartisanship matter to her so much, and how does that help Las Vegas? Today on City Cast Las Vegas, co-host Dayvid Figler interviews Senator Jacky Rosen about how life in Las Vegas, from her summer as a cocktail waitress to her role as a synagogue president, shaped the trajectory of her life — and (spoiler alert) we learn how her family’s story is intimately connected to that of a certain local podcast host…! Keep your eyes out for Bubbie’s famous bean salad recipe in our morning newsletter, Hey Las Vegas. Make sure to sign up here.  How have you seen bipartisanship affect Las Vegas? Let us know on social media! Follow us @CityCastVegas on Twitterand Instagram. You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719. Mon, 24 Jul 2023 13:00:00 -0000 Sen. Jacky Rosen on Bipartisanship and Bean Salad full City Cast Before 2016, not a lot of Nevadans knew the name Jacky Rosen. But today, she’s finishing up her first 6-year term as one of our United States Senators. So who is Senator Jacky Rosen and how did her decades in Las Vegas shape her views, her causes, and political life? Why does bipartisanship matter to her so much, and how does that help Las Vegas? Today on City Cast Las Vegas, co-host Dayvid Figler interviews Senator Jacky Rosen about how life in Las Vegas, from her summer as a cocktail waitress to her role as a synagogue president, shaped the trajectory of her life — and (spoiler alert) we learn how her family’s story is intimately connected to that of a certain local podcast host…! Keep your eyes out for Bubbie’s famous bean salad recipe in our morning newsletter, Hey Las Vegas. Make sure to sign up here.  How have you seen bipartisanship affect Las Vegas? Let us know on social media! Follow us @CityCastVegas on Twitterand Instagram. You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719. Before 2016, not a lot of Nevadans knew the name Jacky Rosen. But today, she’s finishing up her first 6-year term as one of our United States Senators. So who is Senator Jacky Rosen and how did her decades in Las Vegas shape her views, her causes, and political life? Why does bipartisanship matter to her so much, and how does that help Las Vegas? Today on City Cast Las Vegas, co-host Dayvid Figler interviews Senator Jacky Rosen about how life in Las Vegas, from her summer as a cocktail waitress to her role as a synagogue president, shaped the trajectory of her life — and (spoiler alert) we learn how her family’s story is intimately connected to that of a certain local podcast host…!


Keep your eyes out for Bubbie’s famous bean salad recipe in our morning newsletter, Hey Las Vegas. Make sure to sign up here. 


How have you seen bipartisanship affect Las Vegas? Let us know on social media! Follow us @CityCastVegas on Twitterand Instagram. You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719.

]]> 1417 Food Vendors, Teacher Protests, and Heat Wreaking Havoc https://lasvegas.citycast.fm It’s an annual complaint, sure, but can we all acknowledge that this year’s extreme freakin’ heat is on everyone’s minds right now? From that grounded Delta flight where people were passing out in 111F interior temps to puppies dying in hot cars, Las Vegas is feeling the effects — with some communities impacted even more than others. Today on the show, co-hosts Dayvid Figler and Vogue Robinson are joined by contributor Michael “MJ” Lyle to talk about the extreme heat wreaking havoc on our city, the new food vendor law that was signed this summer, and why teachers are protesting at coffee shops (and more specifically, the “Java with Jara” events helmed by CCSD Superintendent Jesus Jara). How are you dealing with this hot, hot summer? Got any tips or ideas to share? Leave us a voicemail or text at 702-514-0719. You can also tag us @CityCastVegas on Twitter and Instagram. Want some more hot and juicy Las Vegas news? Make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter here. Fri, 21 Jul 2023 13:00:00 -0000 Food Vendors, Teacher Protests, and Heat Wreaking Havoc full City Cast It’s an annual complaint, sure, but can we all acknowledge that this year’s extreme freakin’ heat is on everyone’s minds right now? From that grounded Delta flight where people were passing out in 111F interior temps to puppies dying in hot cars, Las Vegas is feeling the effects — with some communities impacted even more than others. Today on the show, co-hosts Dayvid Figler and Vogue Robinson are joined by contributor Michael “MJ” Lyle to talk about the extreme heat wreaking havoc on our city, the new food vendor law that was signed this summer, and why teachers are protesting at coffee shops (and more specifically, the “Java with Jara” events helmed by CCSD Superintendent Jesus Jara). How are you dealing with this hot, hot summer? Got any tips or ideas to share? Leave us a voicemail or text at 702-514-0719. You can also tag us @CityCastVegas on Twitter and Instagram. Want some more hot and juicy Las Vegas news? Make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter here. It’s an annual complaint, sure, but can we all acknowledge that this year’s extreme freakin’ heat is on everyone’s minds right now? From that grounded Delta flight where people were passing out in 111F interior temps to puppies dying in hot cars, Las Vegas is feeling the effects — with some communities impacted even more than others. Today on the show, co-hosts Dayvid Figler and Vogue Robinson are joined by contributor Michael “MJ” Lyle to talk about the extreme heat wreaking havoc on our city, the new food vendor law that was signed this summer, and why teachers are protesting at coffee shops (and more specifically, the “Java with Jara” events helmed by CCSD Superintendent Jesus Jara).


How are you dealing with this hot, hot summer? Got any tips or ideas to share? Leave us a voicemail or text at 702-514-0719. You can also tag us @CityCastVegas on Twitter and Instagram.


Want some more hot and juicy Las Vegas news? Make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter here.

]]> 2064 A Competitive Eater’s Guide to Vegas Food Challenges https://lasvegas.citycast.fm You’ve seen the videos: The best competitive eaters out there can scarf down dozens of hot dogs, donuts or tacos in mere minutes. So do you think you have what it takes? Today, co-host Dayvid Figler chats with internationally-ranked competitive eater Derek Hendrickson about the best restaurant food challenges around the Vegas Valley, from easy (a two-pound burrito) to medium (four double cheeseburgers, fries and a milkshake) to the wildly difficult (130 kinds of cereal with a gallon of milk). Derek shares his insider tips for tackling a food challenge, and what the life of a competitive eater is really like (spoiler alert: he works out — a LOT). Let us know if you try a Vegas food challenge on social media! Follow us @CityCastVegas on Twitter and Instagram. You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719. Want some more Las Vegas news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter here.  Thu, 20 Jul 2023 13:00:00 -0000 A Competitive Eater’s Guide to Vegas Food Challenges full City Cast You’ve seen the videos: The best competitive eaters out there can scarf down dozens of hot dogs, donuts or tacos in mere minutes. So do you think you have what it takes? Today, co-host Dayvid Figler chats with internationally-ranked competitive eater Derek Hendrickson about the best restaurant food challenges around the Vegas Valley, from easy (a two-pound burrito) to medium (four double cheeseburgers, fries and a milkshake) to the wildly difficult (130 kinds of cereal with a gallon of milk). Derek shares his insider tips for tackling a food challenge, and what the life of a competitive eater is really like (spoiler alert: he works out — a LOT). Let us know if you try a Vegas food challenge on social media! Follow us @CityCastVegas on Twitter and Instagram. You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719. Want some more Las Vegas news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter here.  You’ve seen the videos: The best competitive eaters out there can scarf down dozens of hot dogs, donuts or tacos in mere minutes. So do you think you have what it takes? Today, co-host Dayvid Figler chats with internationally-ranked competitive eater Derek Hendrickson about the best restaurant food challenges around the Vegas Valley, from easy (a two-pound burrito) to medium (four double cheeseburgers, fries and a milkshake) to the wildly difficult (130 kinds of cereal with a gallon of milk). Derek shares his insider tips for tackling a food challenge, and what the life of a competitive eater is really like (spoiler alert: he works out — a LOT).


Let us know if you try a Vegas food challenge on social media! Follow us @CityCastVegas on Twitter and Instagram. You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719.


Want some more Las Vegas news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter here. 

]]> 1502 The Biggest Vegas Celebrity Myths Busted Celebrities are already prone to rumors, but when they step foot in Las Vegas it’s almost too easy for the rumor mill to kick into high gear. Some of these rumors stick and become Vegas myths that casino.org journalist Corey Levitan unravels in his series Vegas Myths Busted. Corey puts co-hosts Dayvid Figler and Vogue Robinson’s knowledge to the test with 6 stories about celebrities that are either facts or myths. Check out our casino myths episode! Play along with us and let us know how you did! Leave us a voicemail or send us a text at 702-514-0719. We’re also on social media! Follow us @CityCastVegas on Twitter and Instagram.  Stay updated on all the Vegas rumors, myths, and facts with our morning newsletter, Hey Las Vegas. Sign up here.  Wed, 19 Jul 2023 13:00:00 -0000 The Biggest Vegas Celebrity Myths Busted full City Cast Celebrities are already prone to rumors, but when they step foot in Las Vegas it’s almost too easy for the rumor mill to kick into high gear. Some of these rumors stick and become Vegas myths that casino.org journalist Corey Levitan unravels in his series Vegas Myths Busted. Corey puts co-hosts Dayvid Figler and Vogue Robinson’s knowledge to the test with 6 stories about celebrities that are either facts or myths. Check out our casino myths episode! Play along with us and let us know how you did! Leave us a voicemail or send us a text at 702-514-0719. We’re also on social media! Follow us @CityCastVegas on Twitter and Instagram.  Stay updated on all the Vegas rumors, myths, and facts with our morning newsletter, Hey Las Vegas. Sign up here.  Celebrities are already prone to rumors, but when they step foot in Las Vegas it’s almost too easy for the rumor mill to kick into high gear. Some of these rumors stick and become Vegas myths that casino.org journalist Corey Levitan unravels in his series Vegas Myths Busted. Corey puts co-hosts Dayvid Figler and Vogue Robinson’s knowledge to the test with 6 stories about celebrities that are either facts or myths.


Check out our casino myths episode!


Play along with us and let us know how you did! Leave us a voicemail or send us a text at 702-514-0719. We’re also on social media! Follow us @CityCastVegas on Twitter and Instagram. 


Stay updated on all the Vegas rumors, myths, and facts with our morning newsletter, Hey Las Vegas. Sign up here. 

]]> 1331 Gen Z Vegas vs. Millennial and Gen X Vegas https://lasvegas.citycast.fm/podcasts At least according to recent home-buying trends, Millennials are thriving in Las Vegas right now. But how about Gen X and Gen Z? Which generation is Las Vegas best for — and where around town can you find each of these generations hanging out? Co-host Vogue Robinson (a Millennial) is joined by City Cast colleagues Dayvid Figler (Gen X) and Layla Muhammad (Gen Z) to talk about how each generation can live their best lives in Las Vegas. Do you think Vegas is better for your generation? Why or why not? Let us know by giving us a call at 702-514-0719. We’re also on social media! Follow us @CityCastVegas on Twitter and Instagram.  Want some more Las Vegas news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter here.  Tue, 18 Jul 2023 13:00:00 -0000 Gen Z Vegas vs. Millennial and Gen X Vegas full City Cast At least according to recent home-buying trends, Millennials are thriving in Las Vegas right now. But how about Gen X and Gen Z? Which generation is Las Vegas best for — and where around town can you find each of these generations hanging out? Co-host Vogue Robinson (a Millennial) is joined by City Cast colleagues Dayvid Figler (Gen X) and Layla Muhammad (Gen Z) to talk about how each generation can live their best lives in Las Vegas. Do you think Vegas is better for your generation? Why or why not? Let us know by giving us a call at 702-514-0719. We’re also on social media! Follow us @CityCastVegas on Twitter and Instagram.  Want some more Las Vegas news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter here.  At least according to recent home-buying trends, Millennials are thriving in Las Vegas right now. But how about Gen X and Gen Z? Which generation is Las Vegas best for — and where around town can you find each of these generations hanging out? Co-host Vogue Robinson (a Millennial) is joined by City Cast colleagues Dayvid Figler (Gen X) and Layla Muhammad (Gen Z) to talk about how each generation can live their best lives in Las Vegas.


Do you think Vegas is better for your generation? Why or why not? Let us know by giving us a call at 702-514-0719. We’re also on social media! Follow us @CityCastVegas on Twitter and Instagram. 


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]]> 1457 The Loop is Expanding. Is that Good for Vegas? https://lasvegas.citycast.fm Last week, Wynn Resorts announced that the drilling for their section of the Vegas Loop was complete, putting them on track to open a Loop Station in 2024. For now, access to the Boring Company’s Loop, colloquially known as the “TeslaTunnels,” is limited to Convention Center attendees. So could expanding the Loop actually become a feasible alternative to public transit, or help reduce congestion on our busy streets? Today, we’re bringing you a conversation that co-host Dayvid Figler had in February with urban design expert Ray Delahanty (AKA City Nerd). Spoiler alert: The takes are hot, and the Loop doesn’t come out looking so great. How do you feel about the Loop expanding in Las Vegas? Drop us a line at 702-514-0719, or find us on social media: We’re @CityCastVegas on Twitter and Instagram. Are you tuned into our amazing morning newsletter yet? If not, sign up here to get the Valley’s best events, commentary and roundups of the news every weekday at 6 a.m. Mon, 17 Jul 2023 13:00:00 -0000 The Loop is Expanding. Is that Good for Vegas? full City Cast Last week, Wynn Resorts announced that the drilling for their section of the Vegas Loop was complete, putting them on track to open a Loop Station in 2024. For now, access to the Boring Company’s Loop, colloquially known as the “TeslaTunnels,” is limited to Convention Center attendees. So could expanding the Loop actually become a feasible alternative to public transit, or help reduce congestion on our busy streets? Today, we’re bringing you a conversation that co-host Dayvid Figler had in February with urban design expert Ray Delahanty (AKA City Nerd). Spoiler alert: The takes are hot, and the Loop doesn’t come out looking so great. How do you feel about the Loop expanding in Las Vegas? Drop us a line at 702-514-0719, or find us on social media: We’re @CityCastVegas on Twitter and Instagram. Are you tuned into our amazing morning newsletter yet? If not, sign up here to get the Valley’s best events, commentary and roundups of the news every weekday at 6 a.m. Last week, Wynn Resorts announced that the drilling for their section of the Vegas Loop was complete, putting them on track to open a Loop Station in 2024. For now, access to the Boring Company’s Loop, colloquially known as the “TeslaTunnels,” is limited to Convention Center attendees. So could expanding the Loop actually become a feasible alternative to public transit, or help reduce congestion on our busy streets? Today, we’re bringing you a conversation that co-host Dayvid Figler had in February with urban design expert Ray Delahanty (AKA City Nerd). Spoiler alert: The takes are hot, and the Loop doesn’t come out looking so great.


How do you feel about the Loop expanding in Las Vegas? Drop us a line at 702-514-0719, or find us on social media: We’re @CityCastVegas on Twitter and Instagram.


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]]> 1288 Tourists Gone Wild, Trump Negs NV, and Feisty License Plates https://lasvegas.citycast.fm This week’s news has been dominated by people misbehaving — mainly, tourists gone wild. There was the nearly-naked brawl at the Wynn, the flight diverted to Denver because of fights, the scary hostage situation at Caesars, and the fully-nude dude who fought a one-legged man before climbing on the poker tables at Harrah’s. What’s going on? Has our city’s unofficial motto of “do whatever you want here” come home to roost? On today’s news roundup, co-hosts Vogue Robinson and Dayvid Figler, along with contributor Andrew Kiraly, discuss the impact of the free reign tourists get in our city, the so-called interview in which former President Donald Trump called Nevada “disgraceful,” and the “Go Back to California” license plate under dispute. How do you feel about Californians in Nevada? Or are you a Californian in Vegas, and want to Let us know by tagging us at @CityCastVegas on Twitter or Instagram. Or leave us a voicemail at 702-514-0719. Want some more Las Vegas news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter here. Fri, 14 Jul 2023 13:00:00 -0000 Tourists Gone Wild, Trump Negs NV, and Feisty License Plates full City Cast This week’s news has been dominated by people misbehaving — mainly, tourists gone wild. There was the nearly-naked brawl at the Wynn, the flight diverted to Denver because of fights, the scary hostage situation at Caesars, and the fully-nude dude who fought a one-legged man before climbing on the poker tables at Harrah’s. What’s going on? Has our city’s unofficial motto of “do whatever you want here” come home to roost? On today’s news roundup, co-hosts Vogue Robinson and Dayvid Figler, along with contributor Andrew Kiraly, discuss the impact of the free reign tourists get in our city, the so-called interview in which former President Donald Trump called Nevada “disgraceful,” and the “Go Back to California” license plate under dispute. How do you feel about Californians in Nevada? Or are you a Californian in Vegas, and want to Let us know by tagging us at @CityCastVegas on Twitter or Instagram. Or leave us a voicemail at 702-514-0719. Want some more Las Vegas news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter here. This week’s news has been dominated by people misbehaving — mainly, tourists gone wild. There was the nearly-naked brawl at the Wynn, the flight diverted to Denver because of fights, the scary hostage situation at Caesars, and the fully-nude dude who fought a one-legged man before climbing on the poker tables at Harrah’s. What’s going on? Has our city’s unofficial motto of “do whatever you want here” come home to roost? On today’s news roundup, co-hosts Vogue Robinson and Dayvid Figler, along with contributor Andrew Kiraly, discuss the impact of the free reign tourists get in our city, the so-called interview in which former President Donald Trump called Nevada “disgraceful,” and the “Go Back to California” license plate under dispute.


How do you feel about Californians in Nevada? Or are you a Californian in Vegas, and want to Let us know by tagging us at @CityCastVegas on Twitter or Instagram. Or leave us a voicemail at 702-514-0719.


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]]> 1769 Where To Dine Outside in the Vegas Heat https://lasvegas.citycast.fm Outdoor dining has grown over the past few years but with Las Vegas’ scorching summers, you may think we have to be excluded from that trend. Fear not because hometown chef and food journalist Lorraine Blanco-Moss tells co-host Dayvid Figler where to go for the best outdoor dining experiences year-round. From Henderson to Summerlin, you’ll be surprised at the amount of great patios you could be enjoying this summer. List of restaurants mentioned: Basilico Ristorante Italiano Spago Mon Ami Gabi Lazy Dog (Summerlin and Town Square) Ocean Prime Ada’s Al Solito Posto Azzura Cucina Italiana North Italia What restaurant has your favorite patio? Let us know on social media! Follow us @CityCastVegas on Twitter and Instagram. You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719. Looking for more Vegas dining recommendations? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter here.  Thu, 13 Jul 2023 13:00:00 -0000 Where To Dine Outside in the Vegas Heat full City Cast Outdoor dining has grown over the past few years but with Las Vegas’ scorching summers, you may think we have to be excluded from that trend. Fear not because hometown chef and food journalist Lorraine Blanco-Moss tells co-host Dayvid Figler where to go for the best outdoor dining experiences year-round. From Henderson to Summerlin, you’ll be surprised at the amount of great patios you could be enjoying this summer. List of restaurants mentioned: Basilico Ristorante Italiano Spago Mon Ami Gabi Lazy Dog (Summerlin and Town Square) Ocean Prime Ada’s Al Solito Posto Azzura Cucina Italiana North Italia What restaurant has your favorite patio? Let us know on social media! Follow us @CityCastVegas on Twitter and Instagram. You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719. Looking for more Vegas dining recommendations? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter here.  Outdoor dining has grown over the past few years but with Las Vegas’ scorching summers, you may think we have to be excluded from that trend. Fear not because hometown chef and food journalist Lorraine Blanco-Moss tells co-host Dayvid Figler where to go for the best outdoor dining experiences year-round. From Henderson to Summerlin, you’ll be surprised at the amount of great patios you could be enjoying this summer.


List of restaurants mentioned:

Basilico Ristorante Italiano

Spago

Mon Ami Gabi

Lazy Dog (Summerlin and Town Square)

Ocean Prime

Ada’s

Al Solito Posto

Azzura Cucina Italiana

North Italia


What restaurant has your favorite patio? Let us know on social media! Follow us @CityCastVegas on Twitter and Instagram. You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719.


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]]> 1320 Are the Rurals Paying the Price for Clean Energy in Vegas? https://lasvegas.citycast.fm Last week, conservation groups filed a lawsuit to stop exploratory drilling for lithium in an area super close to Ash Meadows, a storied National Wildlife Refuge just outside of Vegas. This tiny gem of a desert oasis is home to the highest concentration of endemic species found anywhere in the U.S. But advocates for the mines say that not only is the operation safe, it’s a crucial step in our urgent national campaign to replace gas-guzzlers with lithium-battery-powered electric vehicles. U.S. demand for lithium is expected to grow tenfold by 2030. Today, co-host Dayvid Figler sits down with Review-Journal environment reporter Colton Lochhead, whose recent feature story on Ash Meadows examines this growing tension between conservationists and clean energy advocates for lithium mining. Colton says that conservationists see Ash Meadows as a flashpoint in the struggle over lithium — because if we allow lithium mining here, then where won’t it be allowed? And in a city like Las Vegas, currently under an ozone warning thanks to car pollution, are we asking the rurals to pay the price for our clean energy needs? Have you been to Ash Meadows? How do you feel about electric cars cleaning up our roads? Let us know what you think by giving us a call and leaving a voicemail or a text at 702-514-0719. You can also find us on social media: We’re@CityCastVegas on Twitter and Instagram. Want some more Las Vegas news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter here. Wed, 12 Jul 2023 13:00:00 -0000 Are the Rurals Paying the Price for Clean Energy in Vegas? full City Cast Last week, conservation groups filed a lawsuit to stop exploratory drilling for lithium in an area super close to Ash Meadows, a storied National Wildlife Refuge just outside of Vegas. This tiny gem of a desert oasis is home to the highest concentration of endemic species found anywhere in the U.S. But advocates for the mines say that not only is the operation safe, it’s a crucial step in our urgent national campaign to replace gas-guzzlers with lithium-battery-powered electric vehicles. U.S. demand for lithium is expected to grow tenfold by 2030. Today, co-host Dayvid Figler sits down with Review-Journal environment reporter Colton Lochhead, whose recent feature story on Ash Meadows examines this growing tension between conservationists and clean energy advocates for lithium mining. Colton says that conservationists see Ash Meadows as a flashpoint in the struggle over lithium — because if we allow lithium mining here, then where won’t it be allowed? And in a city like Las Vegas, currently under an ozone warning thanks to car pollution, are we asking the rurals to pay the price for our clean energy needs? Have you been to Ash Meadows? How do you feel about electric cars cleaning up our roads? Let us know what you think by giving us a call and leaving a voicemail or a text at 702-514-0719. You can also find us on social media: We’re@CityCastVegas on Twitter and Instagram. Want some more Las Vegas news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter here. Last week, conservation groups filed a lawsuit to stop exploratory drilling for lithium in an area super close to Ash Meadows, a storied National Wildlife Refuge just outside of Vegas. This tiny gem of a desert oasis is home to the highest concentration of endemic species found anywhere in the U.S. But advocates for the mines say that not only is the operation safe, it’s a crucial step in our urgent national campaign to replace gas-guzzlers with lithium-battery-powered electric vehicles. U.S. demand for lithium is expected to grow tenfold by 2030.


Today, co-host Dayvid Figler sits down with Review-Journal environment reporter Colton Lochhead, whose recent feature story on Ash Meadows examines this growing tension between conservationists and clean energy advocates for lithium mining. Colton says that conservationists see Ash Meadows as a flashpoint in the struggle over lithium — because if we allow lithium mining here, then where won’t it be allowed? And in a city like Las Vegas, currently under an ozone warning thanks to car pollution, are we asking the rurals to pay the price for our clean energy needs?


Have you been to Ash Meadows? How do you feel about electric cars cleaning up our roads? Let us know what you think by giving us a call and leaving a voicemail or a text at 702-514-0719. You can also find us on social media: We’re@CityCastVegas on Twitter and Instagram.


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]]> 1305 An Insider’s Guide to Little Ethiopia https://lasvegas.citycast.fm Last month, the Clark County Commission voted to officially designate the neighborhood around Flamingo and Decatur“Little Ethiopia,” creating the county’s first-ever cultural district. So today, we’ve got an insider’s guide to Little Ethiopia: Community member and educator Messeret Sertse takes co-host Vogue Robinson out for a grocery store tour, dinner at her favorite restaurant, and a traditional Ethiopian coffee ceremony. Messeret talks about what this cultural district means for her and the next generation of young Ethiopians in Las Vegas, and how the community at large can appreciate Ethiopian culture here, too. Here are some stops to make on your next tour of Little Ethiopia: Melkam Market Unity Market Yeshi Mart Selam Market Peace Ethiopian Market & Restaurant Cafe Luhena Lucy Ethiopian Restaurant Do you have tips about where to hang out Little Ethiopia? Next time you’re in Little Ethiopia, post a pic and tag us on social media: We’re @CityCastVegas on Twitter and Instagram. You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719. For more events, recommendations, and news from around the Vegas Valley, make sure to sign up for our amazing morning newsletter here. Tue, 11 Jul 2023 13:00:00 -0000 An Insider’s Guide to Little Ethiopia full City Cast Last month, the Clark County Commission voted to officially designate the neighborhood around Flamingo and Decatur“Little Ethiopia,” creating the county’s first-ever cultural district. So today, we’ve got an insider’s guide to Little Ethiopia: Community member and educator Messeret Sertse takes co-host Vogue Robinson out for a grocery store tour, dinner at her favorite restaurant, and a traditional Ethiopian coffee ceremony. Messeret talks about what this cultural district means for her and the next generation of young Ethiopians in Las Vegas, and how the community at large can appreciate Ethiopian culture here, too. Here are some stops to make on your next tour of Little Ethiopia: Melkam Market Unity Market Yeshi Mart Selam Market Peace Ethiopian Market & Restaurant Cafe Luhena Lucy Ethiopian Restaurant Do you have tips about where to hang out Little Ethiopia? Next time you’re in Little Ethiopia, post a pic and tag us on social media: We’re @CityCastVegas on Twitter and Instagram. You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719. For more events, recommendations, and news from around the Vegas Valley, make sure to sign up for our amazing morning newsletter here. Last month, the Clark County Commission voted to officially designate the neighborhood around Flamingo and Decatur“Little Ethiopia,” creating the county’s first-ever cultural district. So today, we’ve got an insider’s guide to Little Ethiopia: Community member and educator Messeret Sertse takes co-host Vogue Robinson out for a grocery store tour, dinner at her favorite restaurant, and a traditional Ethiopian coffee ceremony. Messeret talks about what this cultural district means for her and the next generation of young Ethiopians in Las Vegas, and how the community at large can appreciate Ethiopian culture here, too.

Here are some stops to make on your next tour of Little Ethiopia:


Do you have tips about where to hang out Little Ethiopia? Next time you’re in Little Ethiopia, post a pic and tag us on social media: We’re @CityCastVegas on Twitter and Instagram. You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719.


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]]> 1421 Trips to Escape the Summer Heat https://lasvegas.citycast.fm It’s 110F this week, so outdoor recreation is basically out of the question for the next two months, right? Wrong! Today on the show, avid hiker and foodie Terri Galura-Chiong tells co-host Vogue Robinson about three of her favorite summer escapes with cooler temps, all within a few hours’ drive of Las Vegas. From kayaking on the Colorado to high-desert hikes in Utah, Terri’s got all the insider tips for how to get to these special spots and where to eat once you’re there. What’s your favorite summer escape from Las Vegas? Tag us in a pic on social media (we’re @CityCastVegas on Twitterand Instagram) or send us a voicemail or text at 702-514-0719. Want some more Las Vegas news? Then make sure to sign up for our amazing morning newsletter here. Mon, 10 Jul 2023 13:00:00 -0000 Trips to Escape the Summer Heat full City Cast It’s 110F this week, so outdoor recreation is basically out of the question for the next two months, right? Wrong! Today on the show, avid hiker and foodie Terri Galura-Chiong tells co-host Vogue Robinson about three of her favorite summer escapes with cooler temps, all within a few hours’ drive of Las Vegas. From kayaking on the Colorado to high-desert hikes in Utah, Terri’s got all the insider tips for how to get to these special spots and where to eat once you’re there. What’s your favorite summer escape from Las Vegas? Tag us in a pic on social media (we’re @CityCastVegas on Twitterand Instagram) or send us a voicemail or text at 702-514-0719. Want some more Las Vegas news? Then make sure to sign up for our amazing morning newsletter here. It’s 110F this week, so outdoor recreation is basically out of the question for the next two months, right? Wrong! Today on the show, avid hiker and foodie Terri Galura-Chiong tells co-host Vogue Robinson about three of her favorite summer escapes with cooler temps, all within a few hours’ drive of Las Vegas. From kayaking on the Colorado to high-desert hikes in Utah, Terri’s got all the insider tips for how to get to these special spots and where to eat once you’re there.


What’s your favorite summer escape from Las Vegas? Tag us in a pic on social media (we’re @CityCastVegas on Twitterand Instagram) or send us a voicemail or text at 702-514-0719.


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]]> 1392 The Sphere’s Dazzling Debut, Election Workers Protection, and Heat Danger for Outdoor Workers https://lasvegas.citycast.fm/ The 4th of July celebrations kicked this week off with a bang as the MSG Sphere fully lit up for the first time as it prepares for an official open later this year. The LED screen-covered structure transformed the Vegas skyline with its debut show, featuring fireworks, metallic moving art, and a giant eye. Co-host Dayvid Figler explains why he’s not impressed to lead producer Sonja Cho Swanson and writer Brittany Bronson. The trio also tackles a lawsuit challenging election worker protections and dangers for outdoor workers as the temperatures rise in this week’s Friday news roundup. In the one-upsmanship of spectacle on the Las Vegas Strip, what needs to come next to equal the Sphere? Send us a voicemail or text at 702-514-0719. We’re on social media! Follow us @CityCastVegas on Twitter and Instagram.  Don't forget to sign up for our daily morning newsletter, Hey Las Vegas, for more hot takes and Vegas news. Fri, 07 Jul 2023 13:00:00 -0000 The Sphere’s Dazzling Debut, Election Workers Protection, and Heat Danger for Outdoor Workers full City Cast The 4th of July celebrations kicked this week off with a bang as the MSG Sphere fully lit up for the first time as it prepares for an official open later this year. The LED screen-covered structure transformed the Vegas skyline with its debut show, featuring fireworks, metallic moving art, and a giant eye. Co-host Dayvid Figler explains why he’s not impressed to lead producer Sonja Cho Swanson and writer Brittany Bronson. The trio also tackles a lawsuit challenging election worker protections and dangers for outdoor workers as the temperatures rise in this week’s Friday news roundup. In the one-upsmanship of spectacle on the Las Vegas Strip, what needs to come next to equal the Sphere? Send us a voicemail or text at 702-514-0719. We’re on social media! Follow us @CityCastVegas on Twitter and Instagram.  Don't forget to sign up for our daily morning newsletter, Hey Las Vegas, for more hot takes and Vegas news. The 4th of July celebrations kicked this week off with a bang as the MSG Sphere fully lit up for the first time as it prepares for an official open later this year. The LED screen-covered structure transformed the Vegas skyline with its debut show, featuring fireworks, metallic moving art, and a giant eye. Co-host Dayvid Figler explains why he’s not impressed to lead producer Sonja Cho Swanson and writer Brittany Bronson. The trio also tackles a lawsuit challenging election worker protections and dangers for outdoor workers as the temperatures rise in this week’s Friday news roundup.


In the one-upsmanship of spectacle on the Las Vegas Strip, what needs to come next to equal the Sphere? Send us a voicemail or text at 702-514-0719. We’re on social media! Follow us @CityCastVegas on Twitter and Instagram. 


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]]> 1833 Miss These Restaurants? Go Here Instead. https://lasvegas.citycast.fm It is a truth universally acknowledged that living in Las Vegas for any extended period means experiencing grief: Our city sees a lot of turnover, both in residents and small businesses. So today, co-host Dayvid Figler and contributor Brent Holmes, both lifelong Las Vegans, are talking about their favorite bygone restaurants. But here’s the fun twist: They’ll also share where in Las Vegas to go instead. So if you’re missing Flock and Fowl’s Hainanese chicken, Pots’ falafel, or Rosemary’s carpaccio salad, we’ve got you covered. What Vegas restaurant do you miss the most? And where would you direct people to go instead? Leave us a voicemail or text us at 702-514-0719. Bonus points if you’ve got pics and you tag us on social media: We’re @CityCastVegas on Twitter and Instagram Don’t forget to sign up for our amazing morning newsletter here — you’ll get a roundup of the news, insider tips on events, and large dose of snarky commentary in your inbox at 6 a.m. Monday through Friday. Thu, 06 Jul 2023 13:00:00 -0000 Miss These Restaurants? Go Here Instead. full City Cast It is a truth universally acknowledged that living in Las Vegas for any extended period means experiencing grief: Our city sees a lot of turnover, both in residents and small businesses. So today, co-host Dayvid Figler and contributor Brent Holmes, both lifelong Las Vegans, are talking about their favorite bygone restaurants. But here’s the fun twist: They’ll also share where in Las Vegas to go instead. So if you’re missing Flock and Fowl’s Hainanese chicken, Pots’ falafel, or Rosemary’s carpaccio salad, we’ve got you covered. What Vegas restaurant do you miss the most? And where would you direct people to go instead? Leave us a voicemail or text us at 702-514-0719. Bonus points if you’ve got pics and you tag us on social media: We’re @CityCastVegas on Twitter and Instagram Don’t forget to sign up for our amazing morning newsletter here — you’ll get a roundup of the news, insider tips on events, and large dose of snarky commentary in your inbox at 6 a.m. Monday through Friday. It is a truth universally acknowledged that living in Las Vegas for any extended period means experiencing grief: Our city sees a lot of turnover, both in residents and small businesses. So today, co-host Dayvid Figler and contributor Brent Holmes, both lifelong Las Vegans, are talking about their favorite bygone restaurants. But here’s the fun twist: They’ll also share where in Las Vegas to go instead. So if you’re missing Flock and Fowl’s Hainanese chicken, Pots’ falafel, or Rosemary’s carpaccio salad, we’ve got you covered.


What Vegas restaurant do you miss the most? And where would you direct people to go instead? Leave us a voicemail or text us at 702-514-0719. Bonus points if you’ve got pics and you tag us on social media: We’re @CityCastVegas on Twitter and Instagram


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]]> 1346 How Sex Shops Could Make Vegas Better Las Vegas is a city that sells sex… but when it comes to our sex shops, we’re actually kinda… basic. Today, co-host Vogue Robinson chats with UNLV professor Lynn Comella, author of the book “Vibrator Nation: How Feminist Sex-Toy Stores Changed the Business of Pleasure,” about sex shops in Vegas: How they’re evolving, the challenges faced by the one feminist sex shop we had (ever so briefly), and what a great sex shop can do for a city like ours. What’s your favorite sex shop in Vegas? Never been, but now you have questions? Leave us a voicemail at 702-514-0719, or tag us on social media at @CityCastVegas on Twitter and Instagram. Want some more Las Vegas news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter here. Wed, 05 Jul 2023 13:00:00 -0000 How Sex Shops Could Make Vegas Better full City Cast Las Vegas is a city that sells sex… but when it comes to our sex shops, we’re actually kinda… basic. Today, co-host Vogue Robinson chats with UNLV professor Lynn Comella, author of the book “Vibrator Nation: How Feminist Sex-Toy Stores Changed the Business of Pleasure,” about sex shops in Vegas: How they’re evolving, the challenges faced by the one feminist sex shop we had (ever so briefly), and what a great sex shop can do for a city like ours. What’s your favorite sex shop in Vegas? Never been, but now you have questions? Leave us a voicemail at 702-514-0719, or tag us on social media at @CityCastVegas on Twitter and Instagram. Want some more Las Vegas news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter here. Las Vegas is a city that sells sex… but when it comes to our sex shops, we’re actually kinda… basic. Today, co-host Vogue Robinson chats with UNLV professor Lynn Comella, author of the book “Vibrator Nation: How Feminist Sex-Toy Stores Changed the Business of Pleasure,” about sex shops in Vegas: How they’re evolving, the challenges faced by the one feminist sex shop we had (ever so briefly), and what a great sex shop can do for a city like ours.


What’s your favorite sex shop in Vegas? Never been, but now you have questions? Leave us a voicemail at 702-514-0719, or tag us on social media at @CityCastVegas on Twitter and Instagram.


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]]> 1378 Dumb Vegas Questions, Answered! https://lasvegas.citycast.fm/ Tell anyone you’re from Vegas, and you’re bound to get dumb questions: “Do you live in a casino? Does everyone gamble?” Last summer, we invited the City Cast CEO, David Plotz, an East Coaster through and through, to bring us all his most ridiculous Las Vegas questions. Co-hosts Dayvid Figler and Vogue Robinson do their best to do our city justice: Is everyone a night owl or do people have day jobs? Is Vegas youth-friendly? Can you bike outside in the summertime? So — the next time someone asks you a dumb Vegas question, send them this episode. You’re welcome. What are the dumbest Vegas questions you’ve ever heard? Let us know on social media (we’re @CityCastVegas on Twitter and Instagram). You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719. Want to get even smarter about what’s going on in Vegas? Do your brain a favor and sign up for our brilliant morning newsletter here. Mon, 03 Jul 2023 13:00:00 -0000 Dumb Vegas Questions, Answered! full City Cast Tell anyone you’re from Vegas, and you’re bound to get dumb questions: “Do you live in a casino? Does everyone gamble?” Last summer, we invited the City Cast CEO, David Plotz, an East Coaster through and through, to bring us all his most ridiculous Las Vegas questions. Co-hosts Dayvid Figler and Vogue Robinson do their best to do our city justice: Is everyone a night owl or do people have day jobs? Is Vegas youth-friendly? Can you bike outside in the summertime? So — the next time someone asks you a dumb Vegas question, send them this episode. You’re welcome. What are the dumbest Vegas questions you’ve ever heard? Let us know on social media (we’re @CityCastVegas on Twitter and Instagram). You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719. Want to get even smarter about what’s going on in Vegas? Do your brain a favor and sign up for our brilliant morning newsletter here. Tell anyone you’re from Vegas, and you’re bound to get dumb questions: “Do you live in a casino? Does everyone gamble?” Last summer, we invited the City Cast CEO, David Plotz, an East Coaster through and through, to bring us all his most ridiculous Las Vegas questions. Co-hosts Dayvid Figler and Vogue Robinson do their best to do our city justice: Is everyone a night owl or do people have day jobs? Is Vegas youth-friendly? Can you bike outside in the summertime? So — the next time someone asks you a dumb Vegas question, send them this episode. You’re welcome.


What are the dumbest Vegas questions you’ve ever heard? Let us know on social media (we’re @CityCastVegas on Twitter and Instagram). You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719.


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]]> 1557 no That Wild Casino Con, New Union Efforts, and an Ethics Upset https://lasvegas.citycast.fm/ Not only have we learned that this month’s mind-boggling casino con was allegedly committed by a 23-year old, it’s apparently one of at least five such heists in recent months. So today, co-hosts Vogue Robinson and Dayvid Figler sit down with Nevada Independent reporter Jacob Solis to hash out what these heists might mean for casino safety protocol, and dream up their perfect Vegas casino heist movie. They also chat about the news that the last two non-union casinos on the Strip, the Venetian and the Palazzo, agreeing to allow union organizing, and the news that yet another elected official, this time a Henderson city councilman, is under an ethics investigation for wearing his Metro uniform while campaigning. Who would your perfect casino heist movie star and how would it all go down? Send us a voicemail at 702-514-0719 and describe it in two sentences, or tag us on social media: We’re @CityCastVegas on Twitter and Instagram. Want some more Las Vegas news, events, and commentary? Then make sure to sign up for our brilliant morning newsletter here! Fri, 30 Jun 2023 13:00:00 -0000 That Wild Casino Con, New Union Efforts, and an Ethics Upset full City Cast Not only have we learned that this month’s mind-boggling casino con was allegedly committed by a 23-year old, it’s apparently one of at least five such heists in recent months. So today, co-hosts Vogue Robinson and Dayvid Figler sit down with Nevada Independent reporter Jacob Solis to hash out what these heists might mean for casino safety protocol, and dream up their perfect Vegas casino heist movie. They also chat about the news that the last two non-union casinos on the Strip, the Venetian and the Palazzo, agreeing to allow union organizing, and the news that yet another elected official, this time a Henderson city councilman, is under an ethics investigation for wearing his Metro uniform while campaigning. Who would your perfect casino heist movie star and how would it all go down? Send us a voicemail at 702-514-0719 and describe it in two sentences, or tag us on social media: We’re @CityCastVegas on Twitter and Instagram. Want some more Las Vegas news, events, and commentary? Then make sure to sign up for our brilliant morning newsletter here! Not only have we learned that this month’s mind-boggling casino con was allegedly committed by a 23-year old, it’s apparently one of at least five such heists in recent months. So today, co-hosts Vogue Robinson and Dayvid Figler sit down with Nevada Independent reporter Jacob Solis to hash out what these heists might mean for casino safety protocol, and dream up their perfect Vegas casino heist movie. They also chat about the news that the last two non-union casinos on the Strip, the Venetian and the Palazzo, agreeing to allow union organizing, and the news that yet another elected official, this time a Henderson city councilman, is under an ethics investigation for wearing his Metro uniform while campaigning.


Who would your perfect casino heist movie star and how would it all go down? Send us a voicemail at 702-514-0719 and describe it in two sentences, or tag us on social media: We’re @CityCastVegas on Twitter and Instagram.


Want some more Las Vegas news, events, and commentary? Then make sure to sign up for our brilliant morning newsletter here!

]]> 1961 no How Vegas Became a Thai Food Hotspot https://lasvegas.citycast.fm/ Las Vegas has some Thai food heavy hitters: Weera, Ocha, Archie’s, and of course, the James Beard Award-winning Lotus of Siam (which Saveur once called the “best Thai food in North America”). But how did we get here? Today, we’re bringing back a conversation that co-host Vogue Robinson had with UNLV professor Mark Padoongpatt. He’s the Director of Asian and Asian-American Studies at UNLV, and wrote a book about the history of Thai food in America called “Flavors of Empire.” Mark talks about how the Cold War helped Thai food make its way onto American plates, and how the rising fame of places like Lotus of Siam is changing the way that Americans value Thai food. What’s your favorite Thai food in Vegas? Let us know by tagging us on social media — we’re @CityCastVegas on Twitter and Instagram. You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719. Want more Las Vegas news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter here. Thu, 29 Jun 2023 13:00:00 -0000 How Vegas Became a Thai Food Hotspot full City Cast Las Vegas has some Thai food heavy hitters: Weera, Ocha, Archie’s, and of course, the James Beard Award-winning Lotus of Siam (which Saveur once called the “best Thai food in North America”). But how did we get here? Today, we’re bringing back a conversation that co-host Vogue Robinson had with UNLV professor Mark Padoongpatt. He’s the Director of Asian and Asian-American Studies at UNLV, and wrote a book about the history of Thai food in America called “Flavors of Empire.” Mark talks about how the Cold War helped Thai food make its way onto American plates, and how the rising fame of places like Lotus of Siam is changing the way that Americans value Thai food. What’s your favorite Thai food in Vegas? Let us know by tagging us on social media — we’re @CityCastVegas on Twitter and Instagram. You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719. Want more Las Vegas news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter here. Las Vegas has some Thai food heavy hitters: Weera, Ocha, Archie’s, and of course, the James Beard Award-winning Lotus of Siam (which Saveur once called the “best Thai food in North America”). But how did we get here? Today, we’re bringing back a conversation that co-host Vogue Robinson had with UNLV professor Mark Padoongpatt. He’s the Director of Asian and Asian-American Studies at UNLV, and wrote a book about the history of Thai food in America called “Flavors of Empire.” Mark talks about how the Cold War helped Thai food make its way onto American plates, and how the rising fame of places like Lotus of Siam is changing the way that Americans value Thai food.


What’s your favorite Thai food in Vegas? Let us know by tagging us on social media — we’re @CityCastVegas on Twitter and Instagram. You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719.


Want more Las Vegas news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter here.

]]> 1338 What It’s Really Like Living in Mt. Charleston https://lasvegas.citycast.fm/ Well, folks, it’s been a record-breaking year, but it looks like triple-digit temperatures are finally on deck this week. As Vegas starts its slow summer simmer, a lot of folks in the Valley make their escape up to Mt. Charleston, where temps are reliably 20 (or more) degrees cooler and pinyons and junipers shade trails along burbling creeks. Ahhh, paradise. Or is it? Today on the show, co-host Dayvid Figler talks with Jimmy Alderson, AKA Mt. Charleston Mountain Man, one of about 20 people who live year-round in Lee Canyon. He talks about the perils of off-grid mountain living, and why he’d still choose the mountain over the Valley any day. Have you ever thought about moving up to Mt. Charleston? Have a favorite trail or place to hang out there? Tag us on social media — we’re @CityCastVegas on Twitter and Instagram. You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719. For more events, news, and commentary from around the Vegas Valley, treat yourself to our amazing morning newsletter here. Wed, 28 Jun 2023 13:00:00 -0000 What It’s Really Like Living in Mt. Charleston full City Cast Well, folks, it’s been a record-breaking year, but it looks like triple-digit temperatures are finally on deck this week. As Vegas starts its slow summer simmer, a lot of folks in the Valley make their escape up to Mt. Charleston, where temps are reliably 20 (or more) degrees cooler and pinyons and junipers shade trails along burbling creeks. Ahhh, paradise. Or is it? Today on the show, co-host Dayvid Figler talks with Jimmy Alderson, AKA Mt. Charleston Mountain Man, one of about 20 people who live year-round in Lee Canyon. He talks about the perils of off-grid mountain living, and why he’d still choose the mountain over the Valley any day. Have you ever thought about moving up to Mt. Charleston? Have a favorite trail or place to hang out there? Tag us on social media — we’re @CityCastVegas on Twitter and Instagram. You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719. For more events, news, and commentary from around the Vegas Valley, treat yourself to our amazing morning newsletter here. Well, folks, it’s been a record-breaking year, but it looks like triple-digit temperatures are finally on deck this week. As Vegas starts its slow summer simmer, a lot of folks in the Valley make their escape up to Mt. Charleston, where temps are reliably 20 (or more) degrees cooler and pinyons and junipers shade trails along burbling creeks. Ahhh, paradise. Or is it? Today on the show, co-host Dayvid Figler talks with Jimmy Alderson, AKA Mt. Charleston Mountain Man, one of about 20 people who live year-round in Lee Canyon. He talks about the perils of off-grid mountain living, and why he’d still choose the mountain over the Valley any day.


Have you ever thought about moving up to Mt. Charleston? Have a favorite trail or place to hang out there? Tag us on social media — we’re @CityCastVegas on Twitter and Instagram. You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719.


For more events, news, and commentary from around the Vegas Valley, treat yourself to our amazing morning newsletter here.

]]> 1272 The Biggest Vegas Casino Myths Busted Is there something about Las Vegas, city of spectacle, that makes us especially prone to mythmaking? Journalist Corey Levitan thinks so: He authors a series at Casino.org called Vegas Myths Busted, and today, he’s putting our two hosts, Dayvid Figler and Vogue Robinson, to the test with seven stories about casinos and gambling that are either fact or myth. Play along and let us know how many you get right: You can tag us @CityCastVegas on Twitter and Instagram or send us a text or voicemail at 702-514-0719. Challenge your friends! Send this episode to five friends and buy a round for the one who gets the most right. For more Las Vegas journalism, commentary and happenings about town, make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter here. Tue, 27 Jun 2023 13:00:00 -0000 The Biggest Vegas Casino Myths Busted full City Cast Is there something about Las Vegas, city of spectacle, that makes us especially prone to mythmaking? Journalist Corey Levitan thinks so: He authors a series at Casino.org called Vegas Myths Busted, and today, he’s putting our two hosts, Dayvid Figler and Vogue Robinson, to the test with seven stories about casinos and gambling that are either fact or myth. Play along and let us know how many you get right: You can tag us @CityCastVegas on Twitter and Instagram or send us a text or voicemail at 702-514-0719. Challenge your friends! Send this episode to five friends and buy a round for the one who gets the most right. For more Las Vegas journalism, commentary and happenings about town, make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter here. Is there something about Las Vegas, city of spectacle, that makes us especially prone to mythmaking? Journalist Corey Levitan thinks so: He authors a series at Casino.org called Vegas Myths Busted, and today, he’s putting our two hosts, Dayvid Figler and Vogue Robinson, to the test with seven stories about casinos and gambling that are either fact or myth. Play along and let us know how many you get right: You can tag us @CityCastVegas on Twitter and Instagram or send us a text or voicemail at 702-514-0719.


Challenge your friends! Send this episode to five friends and buy a round for the one who gets the most right.


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]]> 1254 Why Removing Turf Won’t Save Us https://lasvegas.citycast.fm/ Earlier this month, a ProPublica investigation uncovered a massive flaw in SNWA’s calculations: Their turf removal program, which was estimated to remove some 3,900 acres of nonfunctional grass, might only remove as little as 1,000 acres, not nearly the amount of Colorado River water savings as predicted. So how did this happen in Las Vegas, a city held up as a model of water conservation in the Southwest? Co-host Dayvid Figler talks with ProPublica environment reporter Mark Olalde about the investigation he co-authored, and what solutions lie ahead for Las Vegas if turf removal isn’t as impactful as we’d hoped. We’re on social media! Follow us @CityCastVegas on Twitter and Instagram. You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719. Want some more Las Vegas news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter here. Mon, 26 Jun 2023 13:00:00 -0000 Why Removing Turf Won’t Save Us full City Cast Earlier this month, a ProPublica investigation uncovered a massive flaw in SNWA’s calculations: Their turf removal program, which was estimated to remove some 3,900 acres of nonfunctional grass, might only remove as little as 1,000 acres, not nearly the amount of Colorado River water savings as predicted. So how did this happen in Las Vegas, a city held up as a model of water conservation in the Southwest? Co-host Dayvid Figler talks with ProPublica environment reporter Mark Olalde about the investigation he co-authored, and what solutions lie ahead for Las Vegas if turf removal isn’t as impactful as we’d hoped. We’re on social media! Follow us @CityCastVegas on Twitter and Instagram. You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719. Want some more Las Vegas news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter here. Earlier this month, a ProPublica investigation uncovered a massive flaw in SNWA’s calculations: Their turf removal program, which was estimated to remove some 3,900 acres of nonfunctional grass, might only remove as little as 1,000 acres, not nearly the amount of Colorado River water savings as predicted. So how did this happen in Las Vegas, a city held up as a model of water conservation in the Southwest? Co-host Dayvid Figler talks with ProPublica environment reporter Mark Olalde about the investigation he co-authored, and what solutions lie ahead for Las Vegas if turf removal isn’t as impactful as we’d hoped.


We’re on social media! Follow us @CityCastVegas on Twitter and Instagram.

You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719.

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]]> 1399 no $15k Adele Tickets, Apartment Fires, and Aliens Land in Vegas https://lasvegas.citycast.fm/ It’s been a WTF week of news in Vegas starting off with the major fire that overtook an unfinished 5-story apartment building. This has been the biggest blaze among a string of apartment fires since 2019. Also, Adele tickets are being resold for $15,000 and alien sighting claims are running rampant around town despite NASA saying otherwise. Co-host Dayvid Figler is joined by lead producer Sonja Cho Swanson and co-host Vogue Robinson to explain (some of) the madness. Read about Harry Reid’s alien connection here. What other weird news in Vegas have you noticed recently? Let us know by giving us a call at 702-514-0719. We’re also on social media! Follow us @CityCastVegas on Twitter and Instagram. Our morning newsletter, Hey Las Vegas, will keep you updated on all the WTF news and more! Make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter here.  Fri, 23 Jun 2023 13:00:00 -0000 $15k Adele Tickets, Apartment Fires, and Aliens Land in Vegas full City Cast It’s been a WTF week of news in Vegas starting off with the major fire that overtook an unfinished 5-story apartment building. This has been the biggest blaze among a string of apartment fires since 2019. Also, Adele tickets are being resold for $15,000 and alien sighting claims are running rampant around town despite NASA saying otherwise. Co-host Dayvid Figler is joined by lead producer Sonja Cho Swanson and co-host Vogue Robinson to explain (some of) the madness. Read about Harry Reid’s alien connection here. What other weird news in Vegas have you noticed recently? Let us know by giving us a call at 702-514-0719. We’re also on social media! Follow us @CityCastVegas on Twitter and Instagram. Our morning newsletter, Hey Las Vegas, will keep you updated on all the WTF news and more! Make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter here.  It’s been a WTF week of news in Vegas starting off with the major fire that overtook an unfinished 5-story apartment building. This has been the biggest blaze among a string of apartment fires since 2019. Also, Adele tickets are being resold for $15,000 and alien sighting claims are running rampant around town despite NASA saying otherwise. Co-host Dayvid Figler is joined by lead producer Sonja Cho Swanson and co-host Vogue Robinson to explain (some of) the madness.


Read about Harry Reid’s alien connection here.


What other weird news in Vegas have you noticed recently? Let us know by giving us a call at 702-514-0719. We’re also on social media! Follow us @CityCastVegas on Twitter and Instagram.


Our morning newsletter, Hey Las Vegas, will keep you updated on all the WTF news and more! Make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter here. 

]]> 1714 What Lawmakers Did About Housing, Schools & Death https://lasvegas.citycast.fm This year’s legislative session felt particularly grueling, with the addition of not just one, but two hotly-debated special sessions tacked on to the end of our constitutionally-mandated 120 days of deliberation. Lawmakers passed over 600 bills, and Governor Lombardo vetoed a record-breaking 75 of them. So what exactly did our lawmakers get done up in Carson City for us down here in Las Vegas? Today, co-host Dayvid Figler chats with contributor and Nevada Current reporter April Corbin Girnus about the bills passed this session that will have the biggest impact on those of us down here in Southern Nevada. Plus: With our GOP governor and Democratic legislature, what does all the horse trading and political jockeying say about the future of our divided government? Did we miss anything? Was there a bill you were following that you hoped would pass? Let us know on social media  @CityCastVegas on Twitter and Instagram. You can also share your thoughts with us on this legislative session by leaving us a voicemail at 702-514-0719. Want some more Las Vegas news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter here.  Thu, 22 Jun 2023 13:00:00 -0000 What Lawmakers Did About Housing, Schools & Death full City Cast This year’s legislative session felt particularly grueling, with the addition of not just one, but two hotly-debated special sessions tacked on to the end of our constitutionally-mandated 120 days of deliberation. Lawmakers passed over 600 bills, and Governor Lombardo vetoed a record-breaking 75 of them. So what exactly did our lawmakers get done up in Carson City for us down here in Las Vegas? Today, co-host Dayvid Figler chats with contributor and Nevada Current reporter April Corbin Girnus about the bills passed this session that will have the biggest impact on those of us down here in Southern Nevada. Plus: With our GOP governor and Democratic legislature, what does all the horse trading and political jockeying say about the future of our divided government? Did we miss anything? Was there a bill you were following that you hoped would pass? Let us know on social media  @CityCastVegas on Twitter and Instagram. You can also share your thoughts with us on this legislative session by leaving us a voicemail at 702-514-0719. Want some more Las Vegas news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter here.  This year’s legislative session felt particularly grueling, with the addition of not just one, but two hotly-debated special sessions tacked on to the end of our constitutionally-mandated 120 days of deliberation. Lawmakers passed over 600 bills, and Governor Lombardo vetoed a record-breaking 75 of them. So what exactly did our lawmakers get done up in Carson City for us down here in Las Vegas? Today, co-host Dayvid Figler chats with contributor and Nevada Current reporter April Corbin Girnus about the bills passed this session that will have the biggest impact on those of us down here in Southern Nevada. Plus: With our GOP governor and Democratic legislature, what does all the horse trading and political jockeying say about the future of our divided government?


Did we miss anything? Was there a bill you were following that you hoped would pass? Let us know on social media  @CityCastVegas on Twitter and Instagram. You can also share your thoughts with us on this legislative session by leaving us a voicemail at 702-514-0719.


Want some more Las Vegas news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter here. 

]]> 1422 Must-Try Japanese Food in Las Vegas https://lasvegas.citycast.fm For a desert city, Las Vegas has surprisingly fresh fish. Combine that with our supply of international culinary talent, and you’ve got all the ingredients for an amazing Japanese food scene. From the extravagant luxury dining of the Strip to simpler fare like noodles and curry bowls, Las Vegas has it all. Today on the show, food influencer and veteran Vegas diner Phil Tzeng (AKA Las Vegas Fill) takes co-host Dayvid Figler on a Japanese food journey around Las Vegas at every price point, from $ to $$$. Have you been to any of these spots? Heading there over the weekend? Take some pics and tag us @CityCastVegas on Twitter and Instagram. Or hey, just for fun, you can call us FROM the restaurant and leave us a voicemail: We’re at 702-514-0719. Are you signed up for our amazing morning newsletter yet? If not, treat yourself to more Vegas news, recs, and goings-on-about-town here. Wed, 21 Jun 2023 13:00:00 -0000 Must-Try Japanese Food in Las Vegas full City Cast For a desert city, Las Vegas has surprisingly fresh fish. Combine that with our supply of international culinary talent, and you’ve got all the ingredients for an amazing Japanese food scene. From the extravagant luxury dining of the Strip to simpler fare like noodles and curry bowls, Las Vegas has it all. Today on the show, food influencer and veteran Vegas diner Phil Tzeng (AKA Las Vegas Fill) takes co-host Dayvid Figler on a Japanese food journey around Las Vegas at every price point, from $ to $$$. Have you been to any of these spots? Heading there over the weekend? Take some pics and tag us @CityCastVegas on Twitter and Instagram. Or hey, just for fun, you can call us FROM the restaurant and leave us a voicemail: We’re at 702-514-0719. Are you signed up for our amazing morning newsletter yet? If not, treat yourself to more Vegas news, recs, and goings-on-about-town here. For a desert city, Las Vegas has surprisingly fresh fish. Combine that with our supply of international culinary talent, and you’ve got all the ingredients for an amazing Japanese food scene. From the extravagant luxury dining of the Strip to simpler fare like noodles and curry bowls, Las Vegas has it all. Today on the show, food influencer and veteran Vegas diner Phil Tzeng (AKA Las Vegas Fill) takes co-host Dayvid Figler on a Japanese food journey around Las Vegas at every price point, from $ to $$$.


Have you been to any of these spots? Heading there over the weekend? Take some pics and tag us @CityCastVegas on Twitter and Instagram. Or hey, just for fun, you can call us FROM the restaurant and leave us a voicemail: We’re at 702-514-0719.


Are you signed up for our amazing morning newsletter yet? If not, treat yourself to more Vegas news, recs, and goings-on-about-town here.

]]> 1354 Family-Friendly Summer Fun in Vegas https://lasvegas.citycast.fm Yes, Vegas is known for its vices — and our gambling, smoking, drinking, clubs, and weed are exclusive to the 21+ crowd. But locals, especially those who’ve grown up here, know that there’s plenty for the kids and teens to do. Today on City Cast Las Vegas, co-host Vogue Robinson is joined by Las Vegas Weekly reporter Amber Sampson, who grew up here. Amber’s got all the insider tips on where to take the kiddos this summer — and where teens and 20-year-olds can(legally) go without their parents in tow. This is the third episode in a series on summer entertainment. Make sure to check out our episodes on the best shows in Vegas this summer, and entertainment on a budget, too! Are you heading to any of these events? Tag us when you go: We’re @CityCastVegas on Twitter and Instagram. You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719. For even more Vegas news, events, and goings-on-about town, sign up for our amazing morning newsletter here. Tue, 20 Jun 2023 13:00:00 -0000 Family-Friendly Summer Fun in Vegas full City Cast Yes, Vegas is known for its vices — and our gambling, smoking, drinking, clubs, and weed are exclusive to the 21+ crowd. But locals, especially those who’ve grown up here, know that there’s plenty for the kids and teens to do. Today on City Cast Las Vegas, co-host Vogue Robinson is joined by Las Vegas Weekly reporter Amber Sampson, who grew up here. Amber’s got all the insider tips on where to take the kiddos this summer — and where teens and 20-year-olds can(legally) go without their parents in tow. This is the third episode in a series on summer entertainment. Make sure to check out our episodes on the best shows in Vegas this summer, and entertainment on a budget, too! Are you heading to any of these events? Tag us when you go: We’re @CityCastVegas on Twitter and Instagram. You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719. For even more Vegas news, events, and goings-on-about town, sign up for our amazing morning newsletter here. Yes, Vegas is known for its vices — and our gambling, smoking, drinking, clubs, and weed are exclusive to the 21+ crowd. But locals, especially those who’ve grown up here, know that there’s plenty for the kids and teens to do. Today on City Cast Las Vegas, co-host Vogue Robinson is joined by Las Vegas Weekly reporter Amber Sampson, who grew up here. Amber’s got all the insider tips on where to take the kiddos this summer — and where teens and 20-year-olds can(legally) go without their parents in tow.


This is the third episode in a series on summer entertainment. Make sure to check out our episodes on the best shows in Vegas this summer, and entertainment on a budget, too!


Are you heading to any of these events? Tag us when you go: We’re @CityCastVegas on Twitter and Instagram. You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719.


For even more Vegas news, events, and goings-on-about town, sign up for our amazing morning newsletter here.

]]> 1377 Vegas’ Second Championship, the Last Las Vegas Eccentric, and Best BBQ in Vegas https://lasvegas.citycast.fm/ We are going into this Friday roundup celebrating our Golden Knights winning the Stanley Cup! Co-host Vogue Robinson is joined by publisher of TheList.Vegas Andrew Kiraly and co-host Dayvid Figler to discuss the latest sports news, the loss of the last great eccentric local, Lonnie Hammargren, and where you can find good barbecue in town since an electrical fire closed down Jessie Rae’s BBQ. Are you tired of hearing about the A’s possible Las Vegas move? We are too! Lament with us on social media @CityCastVegas on Twitter and Instagram. You can also call or text us about your support or opposition for the A’s at 702-514-0719. Stay up-to-date on all the latest Vegas news and interesting facts with our morning newsletter! Make sure to sign up for Hey Las Vegas on our website.  Fri, 16 Jun 2023 13:00:00 -0000 Vegas’ Second Championship, the Last Las Vegas Eccentric, and Best BBQ in Vegas full City Cast We are going into this Friday roundup celebrating our Golden Knights winning the Stanley Cup! Co-host Vogue Robinson is joined by publisher of TheList.Vegas Andrew Kiraly and co-host Dayvid Figler to discuss the latest sports news, the loss of the last great eccentric local, Lonnie Hammargren, and where you can find good barbecue in town since an electrical fire closed down Jessie Rae’s BBQ. Are you tired of hearing about the A’s possible Las Vegas move? We are too! Lament with us on social media @CityCastVegas on Twitter and Instagram. You can also call or text us about your support or opposition for the A’s at 702-514-0719. Stay up-to-date on all the latest Vegas news and interesting facts with our morning newsletter! Make sure to sign up for Hey Las Vegas on our website.  We are going into this Friday roundup celebrating our Golden Knights winning the Stanley Cup! Co-host Vogue Robinson is joined by publisher of TheList.Vegas Andrew Kiraly and co-host Dayvid Figler to discuss the latest sports news, the loss of the last great eccentric local, Lonnie Hammargren, and where you can find good barbecue in town since an electrical fire closed down Jessie Rae’s BBQ.


Are you tired of hearing about the A’s possible Las Vegas move? We are too! Lament with us on social media @CityCastVegas on Twitter and Instagram. You can also call or text us about your support or opposition for the A’s at 702-514-0719.


Stay up-to-date on all the latest Vegas news and interesting facts with our morning newsletter! Make sure to sign up for Hey Las Vegas on our website. 

]]> 1629 The Secret History of Ice Cream in Las Vegas https://lasvegas.citycast.fm/ Who doesn’t love ice cream? Today on City Cast Las Vegas, co-host Vogue Robinson sits down with food historian Sarah Lohman, author of Eight Flavors: The Untold Story of American Cuisine. Sarah’s not only working on a new book about ice cream, she’s also a Las Vegas local — and in doing her research, she’s uncovered some fascinating facts about ice cream in Las Vegas. Like, did you know that Henderson has the country’s second largest ice cream plant? Or that ice cream used to be a luxury product — but Las Vegas still found a way to sell it, well before refrigeration existed? Sarah and Vogue also talk about the history of our most famous frozen custard spot, the latest trends in ice cream, and where to find them in the Valley. What’s your favorite ice cream in Southern Nevada? Post a pic and tag us on social media (we’re @CityCastVegas on Twitter and Instagram, or leave us a voicemail with your Vegas insider ice cream tip at 702-514-0719. And don’t forget: Make sure you’re signed up for our amazing morning newsletter here. Thu, 15 Jun 2023 13:00:00 -0000 The Secret History of Ice Cream in Las Vegas full City Cast Who doesn’t love ice cream? Today on City Cast Las Vegas, co-host Vogue Robinson sits down with food historian Sarah Lohman, author of Eight Flavors: The Untold Story of American Cuisine. Sarah’s not only working on a new book about ice cream, she’s also a Las Vegas local — and in doing her research, she’s uncovered some fascinating facts about ice cream in Las Vegas. Like, did you know that Henderson has the country’s second largest ice cream plant? Or that ice cream used to be a luxury product — but Las Vegas still found a way to sell it, well before refrigeration existed? Sarah and Vogue also talk about the history of our most famous frozen custard spot, the latest trends in ice cream, and where to find them in the Valley. What’s your favorite ice cream in Southern Nevada? Post a pic and tag us on social media (we’re @CityCastVegas on Twitter and Instagram, or leave us a voicemail with your Vegas insider ice cream tip at 702-514-0719. And don’t forget: Make sure you’re signed up for our amazing morning newsletter here. Who doesn’t love ice cream? Today on City Cast Las Vegas, co-host Vogue Robinson sits down with food historian Sarah Lohman, author of Eight Flavors: The Untold Story of American Cuisine. Sarah’s not only working on a new book about ice cream, she’s also a Las Vegas local — and in doing her research, she’s uncovered some fascinating facts about ice cream in Las Vegas. Like, did you know that Henderson has the country’s second largest ice cream plant? Or that ice cream used to be a luxury product — but Las Vegas still found a way to sell it, well before refrigeration existed? Sarah and Vogue also talk about the history of our most famous frozen custard spot, the latest trends in ice cream, and where to find them in the Valley.


What’s your favorite ice cream in Southern Nevada? Post a pic and tag us on social media (we’re @CityCastVegas on Twitter and Instagram, or leave us a voicemail with your Vegas insider ice cream tip at 702-514-0719.


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]]> 1378 The Great Vegas vs. Reno Debate https://lasvegas.citycast.fm/ As Nevada’s two largest metropolitan areas, Las Vegas and Reno have a sibling-like rivalry — our beef with Reno just might be the state’s biggest beef. But when you stack these two cities against each other, which one is better? Co-host Vogue Robinson hears Indy Matters producer Joey Lovato and fellow co-host Dayvid Figler make the case for their respective cities. What categories did we leave out and who wins? Leave us a voicemail and let us know at 702-514-0719!  We’re also on social media! Follow us @CityCastVegas on Twitter and Instagram.  Want some more Las Vegas news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter here. Wed, 14 Jun 2023 13:00:00 -0000 The Great Vegas vs. Reno Debate full City Cast As Nevada’s two largest metropolitan areas, Las Vegas and Reno have a sibling-like rivalry — our beef with Reno just might be the state’s biggest beef. But when you stack these two cities against each other, which one is better? Co-host Vogue Robinson hears Indy Matters producer Joey Lovato and fellow co-host Dayvid Figler make the case for their respective cities. What categories did we leave out and who wins? Leave us a voicemail and let us know at 702-514-0719!  We’re also on social media! Follow us @CityCastVegas on Twitter and Instagram.  Want some more Las Vegas news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter here. As Nevada’s two largest metropolitan areas, Las Vegas and Reno have a sibling-like rivalry — our beef with Reno just might be the state’s biggest beef. But when you stack these two cities against each other, which one is better? Co-host Vogue Robinson hears Indy Matters producer Joey Lovato and fellow co-host Dayvid Figler make the case for their respective cities.


What categories did we leave out and who wins? Leave us a voicemail and let us know at 702-514-0719! 


We’re also on social media! Follow us @CityCastVegas on Twitter and Instagram. 


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]]> 1484 How to Dance in Vegas With Your Shirt On https://lasvegas.citycast.fm/ Las Vegas relies on the performers and creators who work to maintain the Vegas level of spectacle that keeps tourism alive. Jason Nious is a professional dancer and in his 16 years in the city, he's seen how our dance and performance scene has evolved. From Cirque du Soleil to Usher, Jason shares what it's like to be a dancer in the entertainment capital of the world with co-host Vogue Robinson. What's the most spectacular Vegas show you’ve seen? Let us know on social media and follow us @CityCastVegas on Twitter and Instagram. You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719. Get the best show recommendations and more Vegas tips in our morning newsletter! Make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter here.  Tue, 13 Jun 2023 13:00:00 -0000 How to Dance in Vegas With Your Shirt On full City Cast Las Vegas relies on the performers and creators who work to maintain the Vegas level of spectacle that keeps tourism alive. Jason Nious is a professional dancer and in his 16 years in the city, he's seen how our dance and performance scene has evolved. From Cirque du Soleil to Usher, Jason shares what it's like to be a dancer in the entertainment capital of the world with co-host Vogue Robinson. What's the most spectacular Vegas show you’ve seen? Let us know on social media and follow us @CityCastVegas on Twitter and Instagram. You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719. Get the best show recommendations and more Vegas tips in our morning newsletter! Make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter here.  Las Vegas relies on the performers and creators who work to maintain the Vegas level of spectacle that keeps tourism alive. Jason Nious is a professional dancer and in his 16 years in the city, he's seen how our dance and performance scene has evolved. From Cirque du Soleil to Usher, Jason shares what it's like to be a dancer in the entertainment capital of the world with co-host Vogue Robinson.


What's the most spectacular Vegas show you’ve seen? Let us know on social media and follow us @CityCastVegas on Twitter and Instagram. You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719.


Get the best show recommendations and more Vegas tips in our morning newsletter! Make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter here. 

]]> 1412 Summer Entertainment on a Budget https://lasvegas.citycast.fm Events are popping up left and right this summer but as Las Vegas leans towards more big ticket events, where can you go that won’t break your bank? With the next installment of our Summer Entertainment Guide, publisher of TheList.Vegas Andrew Kiraly joins co-host Dayvid Figler to share an array of free and low-cost entertainment options. What are you looking forward to in Vegas this summer? Let us know your thoughts on social media @CityCastVegas on Twitter and Instagram. You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719. Check out more of our Summer Entertainment Guide in our morning newsletter! Make sure to sign up for Hey Las Vegas here.  Mon, 12 Jun 2023 13:00:00 -0000 Summer Entertainment on a Budget full City Cast Events are popping up left and right this summer but as Las Vegas leans towards more big ticket events, where can you go that won’t break your bank? With the next installment of our Summer Entertainment Guide, publisher of TheList.Vegas Andrew Kiraly joins co-host Dayvid Figler to share an array of free and low-cost entertainment options. What are you looking forward to in Vegas this summer? Let us know your thoughts on social media @CityCastVegas on Twitter and Instagram. You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719. Check out more of our Summer Entertainment Guide in our morning newsletter! Make sure to sign up for Hey Las Vegas here.  Events are popping up left and right this summer but as Las Vegas leans towards more big ticket events, where can you go that won’t break your bank? With the next installment of our Summer Entertainment Guide, publisher of TheList.Vegas Andrew Kiraly joins co-host Dayvid Figler to share an array of free and low-cost entertainment options.


What are you looking forward to in Vegas this summer? Let us know your thoughts on social media @CityCastVegas on Twitter and Instagram. You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719.


Check out more of our Summer Entertainment Guide in our morning newsletter! Make sure to sign up for Hey Las Vegas here. 

]]> 1442 More A’s Drama, Food Awards Snub Vegas, and a Million Bucks on Display https://lasvegas.citycast.fm Just when you thought this legislative session was over — it arises once again, zombie-like, to sine die another day. Since Wednesday night, legislators have been locked in a second special session to debate giving public funds to the Oakland A’s for a brand-new baseball stadium (and oh, have the debates been raging). Nevada Current reporter and CCLV contributor April Corbin Girnus joins co-hosts Dayvid Figler and Vogue Robinson from Carson City to give us the latest, and explains the pressure levers that this extremely close vote could hinge on. Next up, our team digests the tough news that “absolutely zero” chefs or restaurants from Vegas got a medal in this year’s James Beard Awards (which are basically the Oscars of food). But we don’t care! (Or do we? Kinda sorta?) And lastly, a small victory: The legendary million-dollar display is returning to Binion’s, so you, too can get a selfie with all that money schmoney — but what would make it even better? A money bathtub selfie. Just sayin’. We’re on social media! Follow us @CityCastVegas on Twitter and Instagram.  You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719. Want some more Las Vegas news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter here. Fri, 09 Jun 2023 13:00:00 -0000 More A’s Drama, Food Awards Snub Vegas, and a Million Bucks on Display full City Cast Just when you thought this legislative session was over — it arises once again, zombie-like, to sine die another day. Since Wednesday night, legislators have been locked in a second special session to debate giving public funds to the Oakland A’s for a brand-new baseball stadium (and oh, have the debates been raging). Nevada Current reporter and CCLV contributor April Corbin Girnus joins co-hosts Dayvid Figler and Vogue Robinson from Carson City to give us the latest, and explains the pressure levers that this extremely close vote could hinge on. Next up, our team digests the tough news that “absolutely zero” chefs or restaurants from Vegas got a medal in this year’s James Beard Awards (which are basically the Oscars of food). But we don’t care! (Or do we? Kinda sorta?) And lastly, a small victory: The legendary million-dollar display is returning to Binion’s, so you, too can get a selfie with all that money schmoney — but what would make it even better? A money bathtub selfie. Just sayin’. We’re on social media! Follow us @CityCastVegas on Twitter and Instagram.  You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719. Want some more Las Vegas news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter here. Just when you thought this legislative session was over — it arises once again, zombie-like, to sine die another day. Since Wednesday night, legislators have been locked in a second special session to debate giving public funds to the Oakland A’s for a brand-new baseball stadium (and oh, have the debates been raging). Nevada Current reporter and CCLV contributor April Corbin Girnus joins co-hosts Dayvid Figler and Vogue Robinson from Carson City to give us the latest, and explains the pressure levers that this extremely close vote could hinge on. Next up, our team digests the tough news that “absolutely zero” chefs or restaurants from Vegas got a medal in this year’s James Beard Awards (which are basically the Oscars of food). But we don’t care! (Or do we? Kinda sorta?) And lastly, a small victory: The legendary million-dollar display is returning to Binion’s, so you, too can get a selfie with all that money schmoney — but what would make it even better? A money bathtub selfie. Just sayin’.


We’re on social media! Follow us @CityCastVegas on Twitter and Instagram. 


You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719.


Want some more Las Vegas news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter here.

]]> 1753 How to Fix School Lunch https://lasvegas.citycast.fm The legislature recently passed a bill that extends American Rescue Plan funds for universal free breakfast and lunch to ALL Clark County School District kids, at least through the 2024-25 school year. So while school lunch might now be free lunch — is it good lunch? Today on City Cast Las Vegas, co-host Dayvid Figler sits down with award-winning food writer Kim Foster. She explains why money for free lunch is going towards some pretty problematic grub, and also offers up changes that the school district and the community need to hear. How would you change school lunch at CCSD? Or do you think it’s just fine the way it is? Let us know what you think: Call or text us at 702-514-0719, or tag us on social media (we’re @CityCastVegas on Twitter and Instagram). Looking for the listener survey link? You can take the survey right here — you’ll be entered to win a $250 Visa gift card(and you’ll be helping us out so much!). Thu, 08 Jun 2023 13:00:00 -0000 How to Fix School Lunch full City Cast The legislature recently passed a bill that extends American Rescue Plan funds for universal free breakfast and lunch to ALL Clark County School District kids, at least through the 2024-25 school year. So while school lunch might now be free lunch — is it good lunch? Today on City Cast Las Vegas, co-host Dayvid Figler sits down with award-winning food writer Kim Foster. She explains why money for free lunch is going towards some pretty problematic grub, and also offers up changes that the school district and the community need to hear. How would you change school lunch at CCSD? Or do you think it’s just fine the way it is? Let us know what you think: Call or text us at 702-514-0719, or tag us on social media (we’re @CityCastVegas on Twitter and Instagram). Looking for the listener survey link? You can take the survey right here — you’ll be entered to win a $250 Visa gift card(and you’ll be helping us out so much!). The legislature recently passed a bill that extends American Rescue Plan funds for universal free breakfast and lunch to ALL Clark County School District kids, at least through the 2024-25 school year. So while school lunch might now be free lunch — is it good lunch? Today on City Cast Las Vegas, co-host Dayvid Figler sits down with award-winning food writer Kim Foster. She explains why money for free lunch is going towards some pretty problematic grub, and also offers up changes that the school district and the community need to hear.


How would you change school lunch at CCSD? Or do you think it’s just fine the way it is? Let us know what you think: Call or text us at 702-514-0719, or tag us on social media (we’re @CityCastVegas on Twitter and Instagram).


Looking for the listener survey link? You can take the survey right here — you’ll be entered to win a $250 Visa gift card(and you’ll be helping us out so much!).

]]> 1402 Why This VGK Comeback Is a Huge Deal for Vegas https://lasvegas.citycast.fm/ Vegas is a notoriously superstitious town — so we’re all just over here, trying to hold in our excitement as the Vegas Golden Knights head into game 3 of the Stanley Cup finals with a 2-0 lead against the Florida Panthers. This is the Vegas-born hockey team’s second appearance in the finals after their impressive 2018 run in their inaugural season. News 3 sports anchor Bryan Salmond returns to break down the hype and the hate for the Golden Knights and tells co-host Dayvid Figler what a championship could mean for all the major league teams in Las Vegas. Do you have a pregame ritual to support our Golden Knights? Share it with us on social media @CityCastVegas on Twitter and Instagram. You can also send us a picture at 702-514-0719! Pssst: And here’s the listener survey link if you haven’t taken it yet. Thank you! Wed, 07 Jun 2023 13:00:00 -0000 Why This VGK Comeback is a Huge Deal for Vegas full City Cast Vegas is a notoriously superstitious town — so we’re all just over here, trying to hold in our excitement as the Vegas Golden Knights head into game 3 of the Stanley Cup finals with a 2-0 lead against the Florida Panthers. This is the Vegas-born hockey team’s second appearance in the finals after their impressive 2018 run in their inaugural season. News 3 sports anchor Bryan Salmond returns to break down the hype and the hate for the Golden Knights and tells co-host Dayvid Figler what a championship could mean for all the major league teams in Las Vegas. Do you have a pregame ritual to support our Golden Knights? Share it with us on social media @CityCastVegas on Twitter and Instagram. You can also send us a picture at 702-514-0719! Pssst: And here’s the listener survey link if you haven’t taken it yet. Thank you! Vegas is a notoriously superstitious town — so we’re all just over here, trying to hold in our excitement as the Vegas Golden Knights head into game 3 of the Stanley Cup finals with a 2-0 lead against the Florida Panthers. This is the Vegas-born hockey team’s second appearance in the finals after their impressive 2018 run in their inaugural season. News 3 sports anchor Bryan Salmond returns to break down the hype and the hate for the Golden Knights and tells co-host Dayvid Figler what a championship could mean for all the major league teams in Las Vegas.


Do you have a pregame ritual to support our Golden Knights? Share it with us on social media @CityCastVegas on Twitter and Instagram. You can also send us a picture at 702-514-0719!


Pssst: And here’s the listener survey link if you haven’t taken it yet. Thank you!

]]> 1335 Why Your Meds Could’ve Been Cheaper https://lasvegas.citycast.fm/ While Nevada legislators passed a law that could make your prescription meds cheaper, Governor Lombardo vetoed the measure late yesterday. Under AB250, the discounted rates that Medicare negotiates for some of the highest-need, most expensive drugs would have been available for all Nevadans. What could a law like this mean for Las Vegas, where pharmacy deserts abound, and could lawmakers bring it back next session? Co-host Vogue Robinson is joined by Nevada Current reporter Camalot Todd, who breaks it all down for us. Have you taken our listener survey yet? Do it right here (please and thank you)! And don’t forget, you can stay in the loop on everything Vegas by signing up for our morning newsletter here. Tue, 06 Jun 2023 13:00:00 -0000 Why Your Meds Could’ve Been Cheaper full City Cast While Nevada legislators passed a law that could make your prescription meds cheaper, Governor Lombardo vetoed the measure late yesterday. Under AB250, the discounted rates that Medicare negotiates for some of the highest-need, most expensive drugs would have been available for all Nevadans. What could a law like this mean for Las Vegas, where pharmacy deserts abound, and could lawmakers bring it back next session? Co-host Vogue Robinson is joined by Nevada Current reporter Camalot Todd, who breaks it all down for us. Have you taken our listener survey yet? Do it right here (please and thank you)! And don’t forget, you can stay in the loop on everything Vegas by signing up for our morning newsletter here. While Nevada legislators passed a law that could make your prescription meds cheaper, Governor Lombardo vetoed the measure late yesterday. Under AB250, the discounted rates that Medicare negotiates for some of the highest-need, most expensive drugs would have been available for all Nevadans. What could a law like this mean for Las Vegas, where pharmacy deserts abound, and could lawmakers bring it back next session? Co-host Vogue Robinson is joined by Nevada Current reporter Camalot Todd, who breaks it all down for us.


Have you taken our listener survey yet? Do it right here (please and thank you)!


And don’t forget, you can stay in the loop on everything Vegas by signing up for our morning newsletter here.

]]> 1130 The Best Shows in Vegas This Summer https://lasvegas.citycast.fm/ The heat may be turning up but the entertainment in Las Vegas is not slowing down! For this first episode in our Summer Entertainment Guide, co-host Dayvid Figler and producer Layla Muhammad give their picks for the hottest concerts to attend this summer. From your standard concerts, to comedy, to musical theater, to local shows, these Vegas concert veterans join co-host Vogue Robinson with entertainment recommendations that will fit every vibe. Stay tuned for more summer entertainment episodes once a week in June! Let us know if you attend any of the events we recommended! Share your experience with us on social media @CityCastVegas on Twitter and Instagram. You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719. Looking for more summer entertainment? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter here. Lastly, looking for that listener survey link? You'll find it right now (along with our hearty thanks!): citycast.fm/survey Mon, 05 Jun 2023 13:00:00 -0000 The Best Shows in Vegas This Summer full City Cast The heat may be turning up but the entertainment in Las Vegas is not slowing down! For this first episode in our Summer Entertainment Guide, co-host Dayvid Figler and producer Layla Muhammad give their picks for the hottest concerts to attend this summer. From your standard concerts, to comedy, to musical theater, to local shows, these Vegas concert veterans join co-host Vogue Robinson with entertainment recommendations that will fit every vibe. Stay tuned for more summer entertainment episodes once a week in June! Let us know if you attend any of the events we recommended! Share your experience with us on social media @CityCastVegas on Twitter and Instagram. You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719. Looking for more summer entertainment? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter here. Lastly, looking for that listener survey link? You'll find it right now (along with our hearty thanks!): citycast.fm/survey The heat may be turning up but the entertainment in Las Vegas is not slowing down! For this first episode in our Summer Entertainment Guide, co-host Dayvid Figler and producer Layla Muhammad give their picks for the hottest concerts to attend this summer. From your standard concerts, to comedy, to musical theater, to local shows, these Vegas concert veterans join co-host Vogue Robinson with entertainment recommendations that will fit every vibe. Stay tuned for more summer entertainment episodes once a week in June!


Let us know if you attend any of the events we recommended! Share your experience with us on social media @CityCastVegas on Twitter and Instagram. You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719.


Looking for more summer entertainment? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter here.


Lastly, looking for that listener survey link? You'll find it right now (along with our hearty thanks!): citycast.fm/survey

]]> 1470 Free Parking, Battle Bots, and Transgender Protections https://lasvegas.citycast.fm Nevada, considered a relatively trans-friendly state (thanks to our largely libertarian streak of live and let live), has recently seen a rise in debates and backlash over laws and policies related to transgender issues. So in today’s news roundup, co-hosts Dayvid Figler and Vogue Robinson, along with lead producer Sonja Cho Swanson, take a look at the transgender protections that have already been passed and the likelihood of our Republican governor signing others into law. Next, it’s on to a conversation about FREE PARKING! With the Strat now allowing free parking for locals and the Mirage doing the same a month ago, are we on a pendulum swing towards free parking once again? And why are Las Vegans so attached to it? And lastly, we explore the wild world of Battle Bots, whose residency in Las Vegas has just been extended. Why do you think free parking is so important to locals? Let us know on social media — we’re @CityCastVegas on Twitter and Instagram. Or you could always leave us a voicemail (we love voicemails!): 702-514-0719. Are you in the loop with our daily morning newsletter? If not, make sure to sign up here. Fri, 02 Jun 2023 13:00:00 -0000 Free Parking, Battle Bots, and Transgender Protections full City Cast Nevada, considered a relatively trans-friendly state (thanks to our largely libertarian streak of live and let live), has recently seen a rise in debates and backlash over laws and policies related to transgender issues. So in today’s news roundup, co-hosts Dayvid Figler and Vogue Robinson, along with lead producer Sonja Cho Swanson, take a look at the transgender protections that have already been passed and the likelihood of our Republican governor signing others into law. Next, it’s on to a conversation about FREE PARKING! With the Strat now allowing free parking for locals and the Mirage doing the same a month ago, are we on a pendulum swing towards free parking once again? And why are Las Vegans so attached to it? And lastly, we explore the wild world of Battle Bots, whose residency in Las Vegas has just been extended. Why do you think free parking is so important to locals? Let us know on social media — we’re @CityCastVegas on Twitter and Instagram. Or you could always leave us a voicemail (we love voicemails!): 702-514-0719. Are you in the loop with our daily morning newsletter? If not, make sure to sign up here. Nevada, considered a relatively trans-friendly state (thanks to our largely libertarian streak of live and let live), has recently seen a rise in debates and backlash over laws and policies related to transgender issues. So in today’s news roundup, co-hosts Dayvid Figler and Vogue Robinson, along with lead producer Sonja Cho Swanson, take a look at the transgender protections that have already been passed and the likelihood of our Republican governor signing others into law. Next, it’s on to a conversation about FREE PARKING! With the Strat now allowing free parking for locals and the Mirage doing the same a month ago, are we on a pendulum swing towards free parking once again? And why are Las Vegans so attached to it? And lastly, we explore the wild world of Battle Bots, whose residency in Las Vegas has just been extended.


Why do you think free parking is so important to locals? Let us know on social media — we’re @CityCastVegas on Twitter and Instagram. Or you could always leave us a voicemail (we love voicemails!): 702-514-0719.


Are you in the loop with our daily morning newsletter? If not, make sure to sign up here.

]]> 1727 The Great Las Vegas Donut Throwdown https://lasvegas.citycast.fm/ Picking the very best donut in Las Vegas is probably an impossible task. But — in honor of National Donut Day — the CCLV team is pitting three of the Valley’s donut heavy hitters against each other in a sugar-filled donut throwdown. We’ll tell you the back story behind Ronald’s Donuts, Donut Bar, and Poppy’s Donuts, and then we get down to business: Tasting a boxful of donuts from each and deciding which donut shop comes out on top. There can only be one! (Quick note: we’ve just heard the news that Donut Bar is closing. We’re following this story, and we’ll have some updates in tomorrow’s Friday news roundup — but in the meantime, enjoy the episode and know that Donut Bar is no more!) What’s your favorite donut in Las Vegas? What did we miss? Post a donut pic and tag us: We’re @CityCastVegas on Twitter and Instagram, or leave us a voicemail at 702-514-0719 (but make sure to tell us what your favorite donut flavor is). For more donut recs (and great food tips in general every Thursday), make sure to sign up for our amazing morning newsletter here. Thu, 01 Jun 2023 13:00:00 -0000 The Great Las Vegas Donut Throwdown full City Cast Picking the very best donut in Las Vegas is probably an impossible task. But — in honor of National Donut Day — the CCLV team is pitting three of the Valley’s donut heavy hitters against each other in a sugar-filled donut throwdown. We’ll tell you the back story behind Ronald’s Donuts, Donut Bar, and Poppy’s Donuts, and then we get down to business: Tasting a boxful of donuts from each and deciding which donut shop comes out on top. There can only be one! (Quick note: we’ve just heard the news that Donut Bar is closing. We’re following this story, and we’ll have some updates in tomorrow’s Friday news roundup — but in the meantime, enjoy the episode and know that Donut Bar is no more!) What’s your favorite donut in Las Vegas? What did we miss? Post a donut pic and tag us: We’re @CityCastVegas on Twitter and Instagram, or leave us a voicemail at 702-514-0719 (but make sure to tell us what your favorite donut flavor is). For more donut recs (and great food tips in general every Thursday), make sure to sign up for our amazing morning newsletter here. Picking the very best donut in Las Vegas is probably an impossible task. But — in honor of National Donut Day — the CCLV team is pitting three of the Valley’s donut heavy hitters against each other in a sugar-filled donut throwdown. We’ll tell you the back story behind Ronald’s Donuts, Donut Bar, and Poppy’s Donuts, and then we get down to business: Tasting a boxful of donuts from each and deciding which donut shop comes out on top. There can only be one!


(Quick note: we’ve just heard the news that Donut Bar is closing. We’re following this story, and we’ll have some updates in tomorrow’s Friday news roundup — but in the meantime, enjoy the episode and know that Donut Bar is no more!)


What’s your favorite donut in Las Vegas? What did we miss? Post a donut pic and tag us: We’re @CityCastVegas on Twitter and Instagram, or leave us a voicemail at 702-514-0719 (but make sure to tell us what your favorite donut flavor is).


For more donut recs (and great food tips in general every Thursday), make sure to sign up for our amazing morning newsletter here.

]]> 1466 How to Buy a Home in Las Vegas https://lasvegas.citycast.fm/ The Las Vegas housing market is bucking national trends, at least slightly: While other cities are continuing to see their home prices rise, Vegas has pretty much flattened out. This new stability might have some of you wondering: What are the ins and outs of buying a house here? Today, co-host Vogue Robinson sits down with Christina Chipman, a born-and-raised local, realtor, and current president of the Women's Council of Realtors Las Vegas Network. They talk about the myths surrounding the best time to buy a house, why NOT to buy a house, and if it’s possible to beat out a corporate all-cash buyer. Have you bought a home in Las Vegas recently, or are you hoping to do so soon? What’s been your experience with the process? Let us know: Leave us a voicemail or a text message at 702-514-0719, or tag us on social media (we’re @CityCastVegas on Twitter and Instagram). For more of what’s going on in Vegas, make sure to sign up for our amazing morning newsletter here. Wed, 31 May 2023 13:00:00 -0000 How to Buy a Home in Las Vegas full City Cast The Las Vegas housing market is bucking national trends, at least slightly: While other cities are continuing to see their home prices rise, Vegas has pretty much flattened out. This new stability might have some of you wondering: What are the ins and outs of buying a house here? Today, co-host Vogue Robinson sits down with Christina Chipman, a born-and-raised local, realtor, and current president of the Women's Council of Realtors Las Vegas Network. They talk about the myths surrounding the best time to buy a house, why NOT to buy a house, and if it’s possible to beat out a corporate all-cash buyer. Have you bought a home in Las Vegas recently, or are you hoping to do so soon? What’s been your experience with the process? Let us know: Leave us a voicemail or a text message at 702-514-0719, or tag us on social media (we’re @CityCastVegas on Twitter and Instagram). For more of what’s going on in Vegas, make sure to sign up for our amazing morning newsletter here. The Las Vegas housing market is bucking national trends, at least slightly: While other cities are continuing to see their home prices rise, Vegas has pretty much flattened out. This new stability might have some of you wondering: What are the ins and outs of buying a house here? Today, co-host Vogue Robinson sits down with Christina Chipman, a born-and-raised local, realtor, and current president of the Women's Council of Realtors Las Vegas Network. They talk about the myths surrounding the best time to buy a house, why NOT to buy a house, and if it’s possible to beat out a corporate all-cash buyer.


Have you bought a home in Las Vegas recently, or are you hoping to do so soon? What’s been your experience with the process? Let us know: Leave us a voicemail or a text message at 702-514-0719, or tag us on social media (we’re @CityCastVegas on Twitter and Instagram).


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]]> 1544 We’re On Track to Get the Nation’s First High-Speed Rail https://lasvegas.citycast.fm Every few weeks, it seems like we get a new headline telling us that the much-publicized high-speed rail line between Vegas and LA is getting one step closer to reality. Las Vegans are used to start-and-stop train promises that dangle and disappear. But this time (this time!) things might actually be different. Nevada Independent reporter Gabby Birenbaum tells co-host Dayvid Figler how the billionaire-backed Brightline West is in the field goal zone of approval, what few obstacles remain, and how this would impact our growing city. What do YOU think the chances are of Brightline West being built by 2028? Let us know on social media — we’re @CityCastVegas on Twitter and Instagram. You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719. Want some more Las Vegas news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter here. Tue, 30 May 2023 13:00:00 -0000 We’re On Track to Get the Nation’s First High-Speed Rail full City Cast Every few weeks, it seems like we get a new headline telling us that the much-publicized high-speed rail line between Vegas and LA is getting one step closer to reality. Las Vegans are used to start-and-stop train promises that dangle and disappear. But this time (this time!) things might actually be different. Nevada Independent reporter Gabby Birenbaum tells co-host Dayvid Figler how the billionaire-backed Brightline West is in the field goal zone of approval, what few obstacles remain, and how this would impact our growing city. What do YOU think the chances are of Brightline West being built by 2028? Let us know on social media — we’re @CityCastVegas on Twitter and Instagram. You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719. Want some more Las Vegas news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter here. Every few weeks, it seems like we get a new headline telling us that the much-publicized high-speed rail line between Vegas and LA is getting one step closer to reality. Las Vegans are used to start-and-stop train promises that dangle and disappear. But this time (this time!) things might actually be different. Nevada Independent reporter Gabby Birenbaum tells co-host Dayvid Figler how the billionaire-backed Brightline West is in the field goal zone of approval, what few obstacles remain, and how this would impact our growing city.


What do YOU think the chances are of Brightline West being built by 2028? Let us know on social media — we’re @CityCastVegas on Twitter and Instagram. You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719.


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]]> 1428 A Commercial Center Scandal, Punk Rock Bowling, and a New Pokémon Neighborhood https://lasvegas.citycast.fm The Commercial Center debacle is the (erm) gift that just keeps giving: To celebrate the renaming of the adjacent Karen Ave. to Liberace Ave., the County helped organize a festival that ballooned to a party with 10,000 ticket holders when it was announced that legendary DJ Deadmau5 would be headlining. But the local artists who’ve worked to rebuild this“blighted” center weren’t exactly pleased with how the party turned out — and when Commissioner Tick Segerblom accidentally hit reply-all, calling the tenants “ungrateful miscreants,” the response reached a fever pitch. Today on our Friday news roundup, co-host Dayvid Figler, newsletter editor Scott Dickensheets, and special guest Kim Foster talk about Commish Tick’s apology on KNPR yesterday, the future of Commercial Center, and other fun stuff in the news: The arrival of Punk Rock Bowling, one of Las Vegas’ longest-running music festivals, and a whole neighborhood in Henderson whose streets are named after Pokémon. If you could choose the street names in a new development, what would YOU name them after? Let us know by tagging us on social media (we’re @CityCastVegas on Twitter and Instagram) or leaving us a text or a voicemail at 702-514-0719. Did you love hearing from our brilliant newsletter editor, Scott Dickensheets? Get some more of that Dickensheetsian wit in our morning newsletter here. Fri, 26 May 2023 13:00:00 -0000 A Commercial Center Scandal, Punk Rock Bowling, and a New Pokémon Neighborhood full City Cast The Commercial Center debacle is the (erm) gift that just keeps giving: To celebrate the renaming of the adjacent Karen Ave. to Liberace Ave., the County helped organize a festival that ballooned to a party with 10,000 ticket holders when it was announced that legendary DJ Deadmau5 would be headlining. But the local artists who’ve worked to rebuild this“blighted” center weren’t exactly pleased with how the party turned out — and when Commissioner Tick Segerblom accidentally hit reply-all, calling the tenants “ungrateful miscreants,” the response reached a fever pitch. Today on our Friday news roundup, co-host Dayvid Figler, newsletter editor Scott Dickensheets, and special guest Kim Foster talk about Commish Tick’s apology on KNPR yesterday, the future of Commercial Center, and other fun stuff in the news: The arrival of Punk Rock Bowling, one of Las Vegas’ longest-running music festivals, and a whole neighborhood in Henderson whose streets are named after Pokémon. If you could choose the street names in a new development, what would YOU name them after? Let us know by tagging us on social media (we’re @CityCastVegas on Twitter and Instagram) or leaving us a text or a voicemail at 702-514-0719. Did you love hearing from our brilliant newsletter editor, Scott Dickensheets? Get some more of that Dickensheetsian wit in our morning newsletter here. The Commercial Center debacle is the (erm) gift that just keeps giving: To celebrate the renaming of the adjacent Karen Ave. to Liberace Ave., the County helped organize a festival that ballooned to a party with 10,000 ticket holders when it was announced that legendary DJ Deadmau5 would be headlining. But the local artists who’ve worked to rebuild this“blighted” center weren’t exactly pleased with how the party turned out — and when Commissioner Tick Segerblom accidentally hit reply-all, calling the tenants “ungrateful miscreants,” the response reached a fever pitch. Today on our Friday news roundup, co-host Dayvid Figler, newsletter editor Scott Dickensheets, and special guest Kim Foster talk about Commish Tick’s apology on KNPR yesterday, the future of Commercial Center, and other fun stuff in the news: The arrival of Punk Rock Bowling, one of Las Vegas’ longest-running music festivals, and a whole neighborhood in Henderson whose streets are named after Pokémon.


If you could choose the street names in a new development, what would YOU name them after? Let us know by tagging us on social media (we’re @CityCastVegas on Twitter and Instagram) or leaving us a text or a voicemail at 702-514-0719.


Did you love hearing from our brilliant newsletter editor, Scott Dickensheets? Get some more of that Dickensheetsian wit in our morning newsletter here.

]]> 1788 Is Las Vegas Vegan Friendly? https://lasvegas.citycast.fm/ Vegan or plant-based eating has been picking up steam recently and by all accounts the trend is here to stay. Vegas has seen a rise in popular vegan restaurants while other establishments are adding vegan dishes to their menus. With her Vegas Vegan Culinary School & Eatery, Heather Heath is in the vanguard of a meat-free movement in a town better known for steakhouses and prime rib. But while the city’s getting veggier, it's still not an easy path. In today’s episode, Heath gives co-host Dayvid Figler a candid assessment of the vegan business and life. What’s your favorite vegan spot in Vegas? Let us know on social media! Follow us @CityCastVegas on Twitter and Instagram.  You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719. We’ve got endless food recommendations for you! Don’t miss out by subscribing to our morning newsletter, Hey Las Vegas. Thu, 25 May 2023 13:00:00 -0000 Is Las Vegas Vegan Friendly? full City Cast Vegan or plant-based eating has been picking up steam recently and by all accounts the trend is here to stay. Vegas has seen a rise in popular vegan restaurants while other establishments are adding vegan dishes to their menus. With her Vegas Vegan Culinary School & Eatery, Heather Heath is in the vanguard of a meat-free movement in a town better known for steakhouses and prime rib. But while the city’s getting veggier, it's still not an easy path. In today’s episode, Heath gives co-host Dayvid Figler a candid assessment of the vegan business and life. What’s your favorite vegan spot in Vegas? Let us know on social media! Follow us @CityCastVegas on Twitter and Instagram.  You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719. We’ve got endless food recommendations for you! Don’t miss out by subscribing to our morning newsletter, Hey Las Vegas. Vegan or plant-based eating has been picking up steam recently and by all accounts the trend is here to stay. Vegas has seen a rise in popular vegan restaurants while other establishments are adding vegan dishes to their menus. With her Vegas Vegan Culinary School & Eatery, Heather Heath is in the vanguard of a meat-free movement in a town better known for steakhouses and prime rib. But while the city’s getting veggier, it's still not an easy path. In today’s episode, Heath gives co-host Dayvid Figler a candid assessment of the vegan business and life.


What’s your favorite vegan spot in Vegas? Let us know on social media! Follow us @CityCastVegas on Twitter and Instagram. 


You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719.


We’ve got endless food recommendations for you! Don’t miss out by subscribing to our morning newsletter, Hey Las Vegas.

]]> 1117 What the A’s Deal Could Mean for the Vegas Economy https://lasvegas.citycast.fm/ Well, it looks like the Oakland A’s are one step closer to getting public financing for a new stadium in Las Vegas. Yesterday, the Nevada Independent reported that the team and state officials had reached a “loose agreement” for a reduced public financing package. After all the drama over stadium sites, dubious polling, PR blitzes, and public financing demands… are we in the home stretch? And is bringing the A’s to Vegas really such a good thing for our city? Today on City Cast Las Vegas, we’re bringing you a conversation co-host Dayvid Figler had last year with UNLV economist Bill Robinson. They discuss the economic upsides (and downsides) that major league sports franchises bring to cities, and whether baseball is right for us. How do you feel about the A’s coming to Las Vegas? Let us know on social media — we’re @CityCastVegas on Twitter and Instagram. You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719. (We love your voicemails!) For even more Las Vegas news, events, and commentary, get our brilliant newsletter in your inbox every morning at 6 a.m. — sign up here. Wed, 24 May 2023 13:00:00 -0000 What the A’s Deal Could Mean for the Vegas Economy full City Cast Well, it looks like the Oakland A’s are one step closer to getting public financing for a new stadium in Las Vegas. Yesterday, the Nevada Independent reported that the team and state officials had reached a “loose agreement” for a reduced public financing package. After all the drama over stadium sites, dubious polling, PR blitzes, and public financing demands… are we in the home stretch? And is bringing the A’s to Vegas really such a good thing for our city? Today on City Cast Las Vegas, we’re bringing you a conversation co-host Dayvid Figler had last year with UNLV economist Bill Robinson. They discuss the economic upsides (and downsides) that major league sports franchises bring to cities, and whether baseball is right for us. How do you feel about the A’s coming to Las Vegas? Let us know on social media — we’re @CityCastVegas on Twitter and Instagram. You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719. (We love your voicemails!) For even more Las Vegas news, events, and commentary, get our brilliant newsletter in your inbox every morning at 6 a.m. — sign up here. Well, it looks like the Oakland A’s are one step closer to getting public financing for a new stadium in Las Vegas. Yesterday, the Nevada Independent reported that the team and state officials had reached a “loose agreement” for a reduced public financing package. After all the drama over stadium sites, dubious polling, PR blitzes, and public financing demands… are we in the home stretch? And is bringing the A’s to Vegas really such a good thing for our city?


Today on City Cast Las Vegas, we’re bringing you a conversation co-host Dayvid Figler had last year with UNLV economist Bill Robinson. They discuss the economic upsides (and downsides) that major league sports franchises bring to cities, and whether baseball is right for us.


How do you feel about the A’s coming to Las Vegas? Let us know on social media — we’re @CityCastVegas on Twitter and Instagram. You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719. (We love your voicemails!)


For even more Las Vegas news, events, and commentary, get our brilliant newsletter in your inbox every morning at 6 a.m. — sign up here.

]]> 1265 Las Vegas’ Love Affair With Pickleball https://lasvegas.citycast.fm The new racquet sport of pickleball has been sweeping the nation — here in Las Vegas, demand for the sport has risen so much that the City of Las Vegas recently received a $12 million grant to build 30 new pickleball courts. But it isn’t without controversy. Some homeowners near the new court sites are worried about noise levels, parking issues, and how their home values could fare. So what’s with the pickleball mania? And can the issues be resolved? Today on City Cast Las Vegas, lead producer Sonja Cho Swanson heads court-side to meet Southern Nevada Pickleball ambassador Patti Chess for her very first pickleball lesson, and a conversation about Las Vegas’ love affair with pickleball. Let us know if you love pickle ball too! We’re on social media! Follow us @CityCastVegas on Twitter and Instagram.  You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719. Want some more Las Vegas news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter here.  Tue, 23 May 2023 13:00:00 -0000 Las Vegas’ Love Affair With Pickleball full City Cast The new racquet sport of pickleball has been sweeping the nation — here in Las Vegas, demand for the sport has risen so much that the City of Las Vegas recently received a $12 million grant to build 30 new pickleball courts. But it isn’t without controversy. Some homeowners near the new court sites are worried about noise levels, parking issues, and how their home values could fare. So what’s with the pickleball mania? And can the issues be resolved? Today on City Cast Las Vegas, lead producer Sonja Cho Swanson heads court-side to meet Southern Nevada Pickleball ambassador Patti Chess for her very first pickleball lesson, and a conversation about Las Vegas’ love affair with pickleball. Let us know if you love pickle ball too! We’re on social media! Follow us @CityCastVegas on Twitter and Instagram.  You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719. Want some more Las Vegas news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter here.  The new racquet sport of pickleball has been sweeping the nation — here in Las Vegas, demand for the sport has risen so much that the City of Las Vegas recently received a $12 million grant to build 30 new pickleball courts. But it isn’t without controversy. Some homeowners near the new court sites are worried about noise levels, parking issues, and how their home values could fare. So what’s with the pickleball mania? And can the issues be resolved? Today on City Cast Las Vegas, lead producer Sonja Cho Swanson heads court-side to meet Southern Nevada Pickleball ambassador Patti Chess for her very first pickleball lesson, and a conversation about Las Vegas’ love affair with pickleball.


Let us know if you love pickle ball too! We’re on social media! Follow us @CityCastVegas on Twitter and Instagram. 


You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719.


Want some more Las Vegas news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter here. 

]]> 1046 How CCSD Became a Hotbed for School Choice https://lasvegas.citycast.fm A showdown over school choice is brewing up in Carson City: Governor Lombardo is prepared to veto the entire state budget if the legislature doesn’t approve his ambitious plan to expand Nevada’s quasi school voucher program. Meanwhile, Clark County is ground zero for the impact of school choice legislation — the majority of the state’s voucher program recipients (administered through Opportunity Scholarships) live here in Southern Nevada, and most of them use the funds for religious private schools. And that’s just part of why they’re so controversial, Nevada Current reporter April Corbin Girnus tells co-host Dayvid Figler. So how did “school choice” become a darling of the right, and why are progressives worried it could gut public education? And most curiously of all, how did Dem-heavy Clark County become the epicenter for school choice debates in Nevada? What’s your stance on Nevada’s Opportunity Scholarships? Leave us a voicemail or a text message at 702-514-0719. You can also find us on social media! Follow us @CityCastVegas on Twitter and Instagram. For more on what’s hot and happening in Las Vegas, make sure to sign up for our brilliant morning newsletter here. Mon, 22 May 2023 13:00:00 -0000 How CCSD Became a Hotbed for School Choice full City Cast A showdown over school choice is brewing up in Carson City: Governor Lombardo is prepared to veto the entire state budget if the legislature doesn’t approve his ambitious plan to expand Nevada’s quasi school voucher program. Meanwhile, Clark County is ground zero for the impact of school choice legislation — the majority of the state’s voucher program recipients (administered through Opportunity Scholarships) live here in Southern Nevada, and most of them use the funds for religious private schools. And that’s just part of why they’re so controversial, Nevada Current reporter April Corbin Girnus tells co-host Dayvid Figler. So how did “school choice” become a darling of the right, and why are progressives worried it could gut public education? And most curiously of all, how did Dem-heavy Clark County become the epicenter for school choice debates in Nevada? What’s your stance on Nevada’s Opportunity Scholarships? Leave us a voicemail or a text message at 702-514-0719. You can also find us on social media! Follow us @CityCastVegas on Twitter and Instagram. For more on what’s hot and happening in Las Vegas, make sure to sign up for our brilliant morning newsletter here. A showdown over school choice is brewing up in Carson City: Governor Lombardo is prepared to veto the entire state budget if the legislature doesn’t approve his ambitious plan to expand Nevada’s quasi school voucher program. Meanwhile, Clark County is ground zero for the impact of school choice legislation — the majority of the state’s voucher program recipients (administered through Opportunity Scholarships) live here in Southern Nevada, and most of them use the funds for religious private schools. And that’s just part of why they’re so controversial, Nevada Current reporter April Corbin Girnus tells co-host Dayvid Figler. So how did “school choice” become a darling of the right, and why are progressives worried it could gut public education? And most curiously of all, how did Dem-heavy Clark County become the epicenter for school choice debates in Nevada?


What’s your stance on Nevada’s Opportunity Scholarships? Leave us a voicemail or a text message at 702-514-0719. You can also find us on social media! Follow us @CityCastVegas on Twitter and Instagram.


For more on what’s hot and happening in Las Vegas, make sure to sign up for our brilliant morning newsletter here.

]]> 1354 New Airport Tech, Vegas Goes Hollywood, and a Questionable Poll for the A’s https://lasvegas.citycast.fm/ In this week’s news roundup, we discus some big money moves happening in Vegas. First, Nevada lawmakers are considering a groundbreaking $4.9 billion tax break aimed at attracting film companies to the state. Next, we delve into the results of a recent poll conducted for the A’s baseball team, suggesting that two-thirds of Clark County are in favor of their ballpark proposal — but we’ve got questions about this poll (like… why didn’t it ask about support over public funding?). Lastly, Harry Reid International Airport’s TSA takes a step towards a potentially Orwellian future with new facial recognition technology. Co-hosts Vogue Robinson and Dayvid Figler are joined by contributor and Nevada Current reporter Michael Lyle to talk about where Vegas is headed with these topics. Join the conversation! Let us know what you think about these topics on social media @CityCastVegas on Twitter and Instagram. You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719. Looking to stay ahead of the news in your city? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter, Hey Las Vegas. Fri, 19 May 2023 13:00:00 -0000 New Airport Tech, Vegas Goes Hollywood, and a Questionable Poll for the A’s full City Cast In this week’s news roundup, we discus some big money moves happening in Vegas. First, Nevada lawmakers are considering a groundbreaking $4.9 billion tax break aimed at attracting film companies to the state. Next, we delve into the results of a recent poll conducted for the A’s baseball team, suggesting that two-thirds of Clark County are in favor of their ballpark proposal — but we’ve got questions about this poll (like… why didn’t it ask about support over public funding?). Lastly, Harry Reid International Airport’s TSA takes a step towards a potentially Orwellian future with new facial recognition technology. Co-hosts Vogue Robinson and Dayvid Figler are joined by contributor and Nevada Current reporter Michael Lyle to talk about where Vegas is headed with these topics. Join the conversation! Let us know what you think about these topics on social media @CityCastVegas on Twitter and Instagram. You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719. Looking to stay ahead of the news in your city? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter, Hey Las Vegas. In this week’s news roundup, we discus some big money moves happening in Vegas. First, Nevada lawmakers are considering a groundbreaking $4.9 billion tax break aimed at attracting film companies to the state. Next, we delve into the results of a recent poll conducted for the A’s baseball team, suggesting that two-thirds of Clark County are in favor of their ballpark proposal — but we’ve got questions about this poll (like… why didn’t it ask about support over public funding?). Lastly, Harry Reid International Airport’s TSA takes a step towards a potentially Orwellian future with new facial recognition technology. Co-hosts Vogue Robinson and Dayvid Figler are joined by contributor and Nevada Current reporter Michael Lyle to talk about where Vegas is headed with these topics.


Join the conversation! Let us know what you think about these topics on social media @CityCastVegas on Twitter and Instagram.


You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719.


Looking to stay ahead of the news in your city? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter, Hey Las Vegas.

]]> 1875 K-BBQ Isn’t the Only Korean Food in Town https://lasvegas.citycast.fm Korean food has seen an explosion of popularity in Vegas (and the U.S. broadly) over the last few years, but most of our Korean restaurants in town seem to be K-BBQ spots. You know, the meat restaurants where you cook your meat over a grill set right into your table. But there’s a whole lot more to Korean food, lead producer Sonja Cho Swanson tells co-host Vogue Robinson — in fact, the traditional Korean diet was largely vegetable- and seafood-based (after all, Korea is a peninsula surrounded by ocean on three sides). Sonja, a former food writer who lived in Seoul for seven years, talks about the rise of meat in Korean cuisine, what “authentic” really means, and where Las Vegans can find Korean food that isn’t K-BBQ in town. Restaurants we mention in the episode: Sashimi Day (Desert Inn & Decatur) Mr. Tofu (Spring Mountain and Arville) Soyo Korean Restaurant (Rainbow and Robindale) Tag us when you post about your next Korean food outing! We’re @CityCastVegas on Twitter and Instagram. You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719. Want some more Las Vegas news? Then make sure to sign up for our brilliant morning newsletter here. Thu, 18 May 2023 13:00:00 -0000 K-BBQ Isn’t the Only Korean Food in Town full City Cast Korean food has seen an explosion of popularity in Vegas (and the U.S. broadly) over the last few years, but most of our Korean restaurants in town seem to be K-BBQ spots. You know, the meat restaurants where you cook your meat over a grill set right into your table. But there’s a whole lot more to Korean food, lead producer Sonja Cho Swanson tells co-host Vogue Robinson — in fact, the traditional Korean diet was largely vegetable- and seafood-based (after all, Korea is a peninsula surrounded by ocean on three sides). Sonja, a former food writer who lived in Seoul for seven years, talks about the rise of meat in Korean cuisine, what “authentic” really means, and where Las Vegans can find Korean food that isn’t K-BBQ in town. Restaurants we mention in the episode: Sashimi Day (Desert Inn & Decatur) Mr. Tofu (Spring Mountain and Arville) Soyo Korean Restaurant (Rainbow and Robindale) Tag us when you post about your next Korean food outing! We’re @CityCastVegas on Twitter and Instagram. You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719. Want some more Las Vegas news? Then make sure to sign up for our brilliant morning newsletter here. Korean food has seen an explosion of popularity in Vegas (and the U.S. broadly) over the last few years, but most of our Korean restaurants in town seem to be K-BBQ spots. You know, the meat restaurants where you cook your meat over a grill set right into your table. But there’s a whole lot more to Korean food, lead producer Sonja Cho Swanson tells co-host Vogue Robinson — in fact, the traditional Korean diet was largely vegetable- and seafood-based (after all, Korea is a peninsula surrounded by ocean on three sides). Sonja, a former food writer who lived in Seoul for seven years, talks about the rise of meat in Korean cuisine, what “authentic” really means, and where Las Vegans can find Korean food that isn’t K-BBQ in town.


Restaurants we mention in the episode:


Tag us when you post about your next Korean food outing! We’re @CityCastVegas on Twitter and Instagram. You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719.


Want some more Las Vegas news? Then make sure to sign up for our brilliant morning newsletter here.

]]> 1270 What this Ozone Warning Means for Las Vegas https://lasvegas.citycast.fm/ You might remember from middle school science that protecting the ozone layer in our atmosphere is vitally important — but ozone near the ground is actually a dangerous air pollutant. And as temperatures rise, the formation of ground-level ozone becomes increasingly serious here in the Valley. In fact, Clark County has recently issued an ozone warning through September. Kevin MacDonald from the Clark County Department of Environment & Sustainability shares insight into the science behind ozone pollution, its impact on residents’ health, and the County’s initiatives to mitigate its effects. Co-host Vogue Robinson also discovers practical tips and actionable steps to protect yourself and the air quality of Las Vegas. Follow the Clark County Department of Environment & Sustainability on Twitter for daily Vegas air quality updates and more information about sustainability programs @sustainclarkcty. You can find us there too! Follow us @CityCastVegas on Twitter and Instagram.  Have you seen a bad air day in Vegas? Call or text us at 702-514-0719 to tell us about it. Want some more Las Vegas news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter, Hey Las Vegas! Wed, 17 May 2023 13:00:00 -0000 What this Ozone Warning Means for Las Vegas full City Cast You might remember from middle school science that protecting the ozone layer in our atmosphere is vitally important — but ozone near the ground is actually a dangerous air pollutant. And as temperatures rise, the formation of ground-level ozone becomes increasingly serious here in the Valley. In fact, Clark County has recently issued an ozone warning through September. Kevin MacDonald from the Clark County Department of Environment & Sustainability shares insight into the science behind ozone pollution, its impact on residents’ health, and the County’s initiatives to mitigate its effects. Co-host Vogue Robinson also discovers practical tips and actionable steps to protect yourself and the air quality of Las Vegas. Follow the Clark County Department of Environment & Sustainability on Twitter for daily Vegas air quality updates and more information about sustainability programs @sustainclarkcty. You can find us there too! Follow us @CityCastVegas on Twitter and Instagram.  Have you seen a bad air day in Vegas? Call or text us at 702-514-0719 to tell us about it. Want some more Las Vegas news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter, Hey Las Vegas! You might remember from middle school science that protecting the ozone layer in our atmosphere is vitally important — but ozone near the ground is actually a dangerous air pollutant. And as temperatures rise, the formation of ground-level ozone becomes increasingly serious here in the Valley. In fact, Clark County has recently issued an ozone warning through September. Kevin MacDonald from the Clark County Department of Environment & Sustainability shares insight into the science behind ozone pollution, its impact on residents’ health, and the County’s initiatives to mitigate its effects. Co-host Vogue Robinson also discovers practical tips and actionable steps to protect yourself and the air quality of Las Vegas.


Follow the Clark County Department of Environment & Sustainability on Twitter for daily Vegas air quality updates and more information about sustainability programs @sustainclarkcty.


You can find us there too! Follow us @CityCastVegas on Twitter and Instagram. 


Have you seen a bad air day in Vegas? Call or text us at 702-514-0719 to tell us about it.


Want some more Las Vegas news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter, Hey Las Vegas!

]]> 1226 Where Mayor Goynes-Brown Wants to Take North Las Vegas https://lasvegas.citycast.fm/ Mayor Pamela Goynes-Brown made history last year when she was elected to the North Las Vegas mayoral seat — and became the first Black mayor in the state of Nevada. Mayor Goynes-Brown sits down with co-host Vogue Robinson to talk about her vision for North Las Vegas, the city she grew up in, from her ambitious plan for downtown to commercial redevelopment, affordable housing, and the ongoing struggle to help the residents of the sinking neighborhood of Windsor Park. Thoughts? Questions? Let us know by calling or texting us at 702-514-0719. We’re also on social media! Follow us @CityCastVegas on Twitter and Instagram. For more news from across the Vegas Valley, make sure to sign up for our brilliant morning newsletter here. Tue, 16 May 2023 13:00:00 -0000 Where Mayor Goynes-Brown Wants to Take North Las Vegas full City Cast Mayor Pamela Goynes-Brown made history last year when she was elected to the North Las Vegas mayoral seat — and became the first Black mayor in the state of Nevada. Mayor Goynes-Brown sits down with co-host Vogue Robinson to talk about her vision for North Las Vegas, the city she grew up in, from her ambitious plan for downtown to commercial redevelopment, affordable housing, and the ongoing struggle to help the residents of the sinking neighborhood of Windsor Park. Thoughts? Questions? Let us know by calling or texting us at 702-514-0719. We’re also on social media! Follow us @CityCastVegas on Twitter and Instagram. For more news from across the Vegas Valley, make sure to sign up for our brilliant morning newsletter here. Mayor Pamela Goynes-Brown made history last year when she was elected to the North Las Vegas mayoral seat — and became the first Black mayor in the state of Nevada. Mayor Goynes-Brown sits down with co-host Vogue Robinson to talk about her vision for North Las Vegas, the city she grew up in, from her ambitious plan for downtown to commercial redevelopment, affordable housing, and the ongoing struggle to help the residents of the sinking neighborhood of Windsor Park.


Thoughts? Questions? Let us know by calling or texting us at 702-514-0719. We’re also on social media! Follow us @CityCastVegas on Twitter and Instagram.


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]]> 1297 Why Monster Fish are Canaries of the Colorado River https://lasvegas.citycast.fm Deep in the Colorado River, monsters lurk in the murky waters — monster fish, that is, some the size of large person. But they aren’t invulnerable. Today on City Cast Las Vegas, co-host Dayvid Figler talks with National Geographic channel host Zeb Hogan, co-author of Chasing Giants, a new book about the world’s biggest freshwater fish. Zeb grew up on the Colorado, but by the time he was paddling on its waters, most of the truly big fish on our stretch of the lower Colorado had already died out. Zeb explains why monster fish are indicator species of our river’s health, and how some of our massive native fish have recently started to make a comeback. We’re on social media! Follow us @CityCastVegas on Twitter and Instagram.  You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719. Want some more Las Vegas news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter here.  Mon, 15 May 2023 13:00:00 -0000 Why Monster Fish are Canaries of the Colorado River full City Cast Deep in the Colorado River, monsters lurk in the murky waters — monster fish, that is, some the size of large person. But they aren’t invulnerable. Today on City Cast Las Vegas, co-host Dayvid Figler talks with National Geographic channel host Zeb Hogan, co-author of Chasing Giants, a new book about the world’s biggest freshwater fish. Zeb grew up on the Colorado, but by the time he was paddling on its waters, most of the truly big fish on our stretch of the lower Colorado had already died out. Zeb explains why monster fish are indicator species of our river’s health, and how some of our massive native fish have recently started to make a comeback. We’re on social media! Follow us @CityCastVegas on Twitter and Instagram.  You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719. Want some more Las Vegas news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter here.  Deep in the Colorado River, monsters lurk in the murky waters — monster fish, that is, some the size of large person. But they aren’t invulnerable. Today on City Cast Las Vegas, co-host Dayvid Figler talks with National Geographic channel host Zeb Hogan, co-author of Chasing Giants, a new book about the world’s biggest freshwater fish. Zeb grew up on the Colorado, but by the time he was paddling on its waters, most of the truly big fish on our stretch of the lower Colorado had already died out. Zeb explains why monster fish are indicator species of our river’s health, and how some of our massive native fish have recently started to make a comeback.


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]]> 1009 Phone-Free Concerts, Farewell to HOV Lanes, and a High-Speed Train https://lasvegas.citycast.fm/ This week’s roundup deals with two of Vegas’ favorite topics, traffic and entertainment. The possible elimination of HOV lanes has pros and cons, but how will those lanes be repurposed? Also, after years of uncertainty, Brightline West’s high-speed rail from LA to Las Vegas seems to finally move forward and a new trend among Strip headliners to lock up phones gets mixed reviews. Co-hosts Dayvid Figler and Vogue Robinson share their hot takes with lead producer Sonja Cho Swanson. We’re on social media! Follow us @CityCastVegas on Twitter and Instagram.  You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719. Want some more Las Vegas news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter here.  Fri, 12 May 2023 13:00:00 -0000 Phone-Free Concerts, Farewell to HOV Lanes, and a High-Speed Train full City Cast This week’s roundup deals with two of Vegas’ favorite topics, traffic and entertainment. The possible elimination of HOV lanes has pros and cons, but how will those lanes be repurposed? Also, after years of uncertainty, Brightline West’s high-speed rail from LA to Las Vegas seems to finally move forward and a new trend among Strip headliners to lock up phones gets mixed reviews. Co-hosts Dayvid Figler and Vogue Robinson share their hot takes with lead producer Sonja Cho Swanson. We’re on social media! Follow us @CityCastVegas on Twitter and Instagram.  You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719. Want some more Las Vegas news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter here.  This week’s roundup deals with two of Vegas’ favorite topics, traffic and entertainment. The possible elimination of HOV lanes has pros and cons, but how will those lanes be repurposed? Also, after years of uncertainty, Brightline West’s high-speed rail from LA to Las Vegas seems to finally move forward and a new trend among Strip headliners to lock up phones gets mixed reviews. Co-hosts Dayvid Figler and Vogue Robinson share their hot takes with lead producer Sonja Cho Swanson.


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]]> 1942 Where to Drink Natural Wine in Vegas https://lasvegas.citycast.fm The world of Las Vegas wine has traditionally been dominated by master sommeliers and snooty connoisseurs — at one point, 10% of the world’s master somms worked in Las Vegas. But there’s a new wine on the block: natural wines are cloudy, funky and little bit weird. And Las Vegas based writer Meg Bernhard tells co-host Dayvid Figler, you should give them a try. Today on City Cast Las Vegas, Meg talks about her time working on vineyards in Europe, where to get “nattywines” in Vegas (and why you maybe shouldn’t call them that), and how natural wines could change our local grape-scape. Meg’s book, titled “Wine,” is coming out from Bloomsbury next month. Have you tried natural wine? Planning to? Tag us when you imbibe — we’re @CityCastVegas on Twitter and Instagram. You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719. For more on what’s happening in Las Vegas, you’ll want to sign up for our brilliant morning newsletter here — it’s the best thing in your inbox every day at 6 a.m. Thu, 11 May 2023 13:00:00 -0000 Where to Drink Natural Wine in Vegas full City Cast The world of Las Vegas wine has traditionally been dominated by master sommeliers and snooty connoisseurs — at one point, 10% of the world’s master somms worked in Las Vegas. But there’s a new wine on the block: natural wines are cloudy, funky and little bit weird. And Las Vegas based writer Meg Bernhard tells co-host Dayvid Figler, you should give them a try. Today on City Cast Las Vegas, Meg talks about her time working on vineyards in Europe, where to get “nattywines” in Vegas (and why you maybe shouldn’t call them that), and how natural wines could change our local grape-scape. Meg’s book, titled “Wine,” is coming out from Bloomsbury next month. Have you tried natural wine? Planning to? Tag us when you imbibe — we’re @CityCastVegas on Twitter and Instagram. You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719. For more on what’s happening in Las Vegas, you’ll want to sign up for our brilliant morning newsletter here — it’s the best thing in your inbox every day at 6 a.m. The world of Las Vegas wine has traditionally been dominated by master sommeliers and snooty connoisseurs — at one point, 10% of the world’s master somms worked in Las Vegas. But there’s a new wine on the block: natural wines are cloudy, funky and little bit weird. And Las Vegas based writer Meg Bernhard tells co-host Dayvid Figler, you should give them a try. Today on City Cast Las Vegas, Meg talks about her time working on vineyards in Europe, where to get “nattywines” in Vegas (and why you maybe shouldn’t call them that), and how natural wines could change our local grape-scape. Meg’s book, titled “Wine,” is coming out from Bloomsbury next month.


Have you tried natural wine? Planning to? Tag us when you imbibe — we’re @CityCastVegas on Twitter and Instagram.


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]]> 1300 15 Essential Rules for Surviving Las Vegas https://lasvegas.citycast.fm/ Take it from these old-timers: Navigating and surviving Las Vegas can be tricky. We’re an odd big-little town, where tourists outnumber the locals twenty-fold. So today, we’ve got co-hosts Vogue Robinson and Dayvid Figler, along with lifelong Las Vegan Andrew Kiraly, publisher of thelist.vegas, to help you out. From car culture to comp karma, with tangents on making friends and the things you should never say to gamblers, we’ve got you covered with 15 rules for how to survive (and thrive) in Las Vegas. What do you think of our 15 rules? Did we miss any, or do you have more to add?  We’re on social media! Follow us @CityCastVegas on Twitter and Instagram. You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719. Want some more Las Vegas news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter here. Wed, 10 May 2023 13:00:00 -0000 15 Essential Rules for Surviving Las Vegas full City Cast Take it from these old-timers: Navigating and surviving Las Vegas can be tricky. We’re an odd big-little town, where tourists outnumber the locals twenty-fold. So today, we’ve got co-hosts Vogue Robinson and Dayvid Figler, along with lifelong Las Vegan Andrew Kiraly, publisher of thelist.vegas, to help you out. From car culture to comp karma, with tangents on making friends and the things you should never say to gamblers, we’ve got you covered with 15 rules for how to survive (and thrive) in Las Vegas. What do you think of our 15 rules? Did we miss any, or do you have more to add?  We’re on social media! Follow us @CityCastVegas on Twitter and Instagram. You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719. Want some more Las Vegas news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter here. Take it from these old-timers: Navigating and surviving Las Vegas can be tricky. We’re an odd big-little town, where tourists outnumber the locals twenty-fold. So today, we’ve got co-hosts Vogue Robinson and Dayvid Figler, along with lifelong Las Vegan Andrew Kiraly, publisher of thelist.vegas, to help you out. From car culture to comp karma, with tangents on making friends and the things you should never say to gamblers, we’ve got you covered with 15 rules for how to survive (and thrive) in Las Vegas.


What do you think of our 15 rules? Did we miss any, or do you have more to add? 


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]]> 1539 What Rep. Dina Titus Thinks Vegas Should Be Talking About https://denver.citycast.fm/ Congresswoman Dina Titus has been representing Nevada’s First Congressional District since 2013, and before that she served in state government for two decades. So, it’s no surprise that she has opinions on some of the biggest issues Las Vegas is facing right now. Today she joins co-host Dayvid Figler to talk about water allocation, gaming, a not-so-old beef with the Nevada State Legislature, and more. We’re on social media! Follow us @CityCastVegas on Twitter and Instagram.  You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719. Want some more Las Vegas news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter here. Tue, 09 May 2023 13:00:00 -0000 What Rep. Dina Titus Thinks Vegas Should Be Talking About full City Cast Congresswoman Dina Titus has been representing Nevada’s First Congressional District since 2013, and before that she served in state government for two decades. So, it’s no surprise that she has opinions on some of the biggest issues Las Vegas is facing right now. Today she joins co-host Dayvid Figler to talk about water allocation, gaming, a not-so-old beef with the Nevada State Legislature, and more. We’re on social media! Follow us @CityCastVegas on Twitter and Instagram.  You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719. Want some more Las Vegas news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter here. Congresswoman Dina Titus has been representing Nevada’s First Congressional District since 2013, and before that she served in state government for two decades. So, it’s no surprise that she has opinions on some of the biggest issues Las Vegas is facing right now. Today she joins co-host Dayvid Figler to talk about water allocation, gaming, a not-so-old beef with the Nevada State Legislature, and more.


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]]> 1352 Why Touring Musicians Keep Skipping Vegas https://lasvegas.citycast.fm/ Las Vegas is arguably the spectacle capital of the world — and yet, when it comes to popular-but-not-quite-stadium-sized musical acts (like The Cure, Boy Genius, and Bruce Springsteen), many of them skip Vegas but land in cities like Reno, Phoenix, and Salt Lake City. Yep, RENO. So what’s going on? Co-host Dayvid Figler sits down with Seth Yudof, a longtime entertainment producer in Las Vegas, about the unique entertainment economy in our spectacle-drenched town, and how things could (just maybe) someday change. Which of your favorite bands skip Vegas? Tell them about this episode on social media, and tag us, too! We’re @CityCastVegas on Twitter and Instagram. You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719. Want even more Las Vegas news, events, and interesting commentary? Then make sure to sign up for our brilliant morning newsletter here. Mon, 08 May 2023 13:00:00 -0000 Why Touring Musicians Keep Skipping Vegas full City Cast Las Vegas is arguably the spectacle capital of the world — and yet, when it comes to popular-but-not-quite-stadium-sized musical acts (like The Cure, Boy Genius, and Bruce Springsteen), many of them skip Vegas but land in cities like Reno, Phoenix, and Salt Lake City. Yep, RENO. So what’s going on? Co-host Dayvid Figler sits down with Seth Yudof, a longtime entertainment producer in Las Vegas, about the unique entertainment economy in our spectacle-drenched town, and how things could (just maybe) someday change. Which of your favorite bands skip Vegas? Tell them about this episode on social media, and tag us, too! We’re @CityCastVegas on Twitter and Instagram. You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719. Want even more Las Vegas news, events, and interesting commentary? Then make sure to sign up for our brilliant morning newsletter here. Las Vegas is arguably the spectacle capital of the world — and yet, when it comes to popular-but-not-quite-stadium-sized musical acts (like The Cure, Boy Genius, and Bruce Springsteen), many of them skip Vegas but land in cities like Reno, Phoenix, and Salt Lake City. Yep, RENO. So what’s going on? Co-host Dayvid Figler sits down with Seth Yudof, a longtime entertainment producer in Las Vegas, about the unique entertainment economy in our spectacle-drenched town, and how things could (just maybe) someday change.


Which of your favorite bands skip Vegas? Tell them about this episode on social media, and tag us, too! We’re @CityCastVegas on Twitter and Instagram. You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719.


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]]> 1345 Commissioner Textgate, School Choice, and State Offices Seeks New Building https://lasvegas.citycast.fm The Nevada Democratic Party saw two of their members, Clark County Commissioner Justin Jones and Chairwoman Daniele Monroe-Moreno, make headlines this week that were critical of their recent actions: Jones was sanctioned by a judge for deleting text messages related to developer Jim Rhodes’ efforts to build homes in Red Rock Canyon — some people even called for his resignation at a public comment meeting. Meanwhile, the GOP criticized Monroe-Moreno for comments she made about parents in a discussion on school choice. But was she taken out of context? Also, Governor Lombardo’s administration seeks a new building near the airport in place of their current downtown office, which they say is dilapidated. Co-hosts Vogue Robinson and Dayvid Figler are joined by Andrew Kiraly, publisher of thelist.vegas, to explain the arguments and share some outdoor weekend events! What are your thoughts on school choice? Let us know in a voicemail and you could be featured in a future episode! Give us a call or text at 702-514-0719. And we’re on social media! Follow us @CityCastVegas on Twitter and Instagram.  Want some more daily Las Vegas news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter, Hey Las Vegas. Fri, 05 May 2023 13:00:00 -0000 Commissioner Textgate, School Choice, and State Offices Seeks New Building full City Cast The Nevada Democratic Party saw two of their members, Clark County Commissioner Justin Jones and Chairwoman Daniele Monroe-Moreno, make headlines this week that were critical of their recent actions: Jones was sanctioned by a judge for deleting text messages related to developer Jim Rhodes’ efforts to build homes in Red Rock Canyon — some people even called for his resignation at a public comment meeting. Meanwhile, the GOP criticized Monroe-Moreno for comments she made about parents in a discussion on school choice. But was she taken out of context? Also, Governor Lombardo’s administration seeks a new building near the airport in place of their current downtown office, which they say is dilapidated. Co-hosts Vogue Robinson and Dayvid Figler are joined by Andrew Kiraly, publisher of thelist.vegas, to explain the arguments and share some outdoor weekend events! What are your thoughts on school choice? Let us know in a voicemail and you could be featured in a future episode! Give us a call or text at 702-514-0719. And we’re on social media! Follow us @CityCastVegas on Twitter and Instagram.  Want some more daily Las Vegas news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter, Hey Las Vegas. The Nevada Democratic Party saw two of their members, Clark County Commissioner Justin Jones and Chairwoman Daniele Monroe-Moreno, make headlines this week that were critical of their recent actions: Jones was sanctioned by a judge for deleting text messages related to developer Jim Rhodes’ efforts to build homes in Red Rock Canyon — some people even called for his resignation at a public comment meeting. Meanwhile, the GOP criticized Monroe-Moreno for comments she made about parents in a discussion on school choice. But was she taken out of context? Also, Governor Lombardo’s administration seeks a new building near the airport in place of their current downtown office, which they say is dilapidated. Co-hosts Vogue Robinson and Dayvid Figler are joined by Andrew Kiraly, publisher of thelist.vegas, to explain the arguments and share some outdoor weekend events!


What are your thoughts on school choice? Let us know in a voicemail and you could be featured in a future episode! Give us a call or text at 702-514-0719. And we’re on social media! Follow us @CityCastVegas on Twitter and Instagram. 


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]]> 1738 What Restaurants Can Learn from Vegas’ Classic Eats https://lasvegas.citycast.fm Las Vegas is only 117 years old, which is young in comparison to Los Angeles’ 241 years. (Not that we wanna be LA) But we do think Las Vegas is still learning how to preserve its own history. One of the things we do cherish is our restaurants, especially our steakhouses! On today’s episode, co-host Vogue Robinson talks with artist and food writer, Brent Holmes about some of Vegas’ oldest and newest eateries that make up the quintessential Las Vegas menu.  Restaurants mentioned: Bob Taylor’s Ranch House Oscar’s Steakhouse Top of Binion's Steakhouse Italian American Club The Golden Steer Ichiza Spago by Wolfgang Puck Esmerelda's Cafe Lotus of Siam Rani's World Foods Mint Indian Bistro Lindo Michoacan Dona Maria Tamales Tacos El Gordo Grits Cafe Mario’s Westside Market Chicago Joe’s We’re on social media! Follow us @CityCastVegas on Twitter and Instagram.  You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719. Want some more Las Vegas news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter here.  Thu, 04 May 2023 13:00:00 -0000 What Restaurants Can Learn from Vegas’ Classic Eats full City Cast Las Vegas is only 117 years old, which is young in comparison to Los Angeles’ 241 years. (Not that we wanna be LA) But we do think Las Vegas is still learning how to preserve its own history. One of the things we do cherish is our restaurants, especially our steakhouses! On today’s episode, co-host Vogue Robinson talks with artist and food writer, Brent Holmes about some of Vegas’ oldest and newest eateries that make up the quintessential Las Vegas menu.  Restaurants mentioned: Bob Taylor’s Ranch House Oscar’s Steakhouse Top of Binion's Steakhouse Italian American Club The Golden Steer Ichiza Spago by Wolfgang Puck Esmerelda's Cafe Lotus of Siam Rani's World Foods Mint Indian Bistro Lindo Michoacan Dona Maria Tamales Tacos El Gordo Grits Cafe Mario’s Westside Market Chicago Joe’s We’re on social media! Follow us @CityCastVegas on Twitter and Instagram.  You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719. Want some more Las Vegas news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter here.  Las Vegas is only 117 years old, which is young in comparison to Los Angeles’ 241 years. (Not that we wanna be LA) But we do think Las Vegas is still learning how to preserve its own history. One of the things we do cherish is our restaurants, especially our steakhouses! On today’s episode, co-host Vogue Robinson talks with artist and food writer, Brent Holmes about some of Vegas’ oldest and newest eateries that make up the quintessential Las Vegas menu. 


Restaurants mentioned:

Bob Taylor’s Ranch House

Oscar’s Steakhouse

Top of Binion's Steakhouse

Italian American Club

The Golden Steer

Ichiza

Spago by Wolfgang Puck

Esmerelda's Cafe

Lotus of Siam

Rani's World Foods

Mint Indian Bistro

Lindo Michoacan

Dona Maria Tamales

Tacos El Gordo

Grits Cafe

Mario’s Westside Market

Chicago Joe’s


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]]> 1231 How to Run Away with the Circus https://lasvegas.citycast.fm/ The circus arts are a major attraction for Las Vegas, but have you heard of the Las Vegas Circus Center? Where performers, celebrities, hobbyists and everybody else can take classes and practices their acrobatic skills. It is a true hidden gem in the city of glitz and glamour where the fundamentals of the performers we see all over the strip are honed and perfected. So our host Dayvid Figler invited acclaimed acrobat Scott McDonald, both instructor and student at the center, to tells us about the path and challenges associated with the pursuit of circus arts and how everybody can find a class for them at the Circus Center!   Sign up for classes at the Las Vegas Circus Center! Scott McDonald's Instagram! Follow us @CityCastVegas on Twitter and Instagram. Give us call or text us at 702-514-0719. Want some more Las Vegas news? Then make sure to sign up for our daily newsletter Hey Las Vegas. Wed, 03 May 2023 13:00:00 -0000 How to Run Away with the Circus full City Cast The circus arts are a major attraction for Las Vegas, but have you heard of the Las Vegas Circus Center? Where performers, celebrities, hobbyists and everybody else can take classes and practices their acrobatic skills. It is a true hidden gem in the city of glitz and glamour where the fundamentals of the performers we see all over the strip are honed and perfected. So our host Dayvid Figler invited acclaimed acrobat Scott McDonald, both instructor and student at the center, to tells us about the path and challenges associated with the pursuit of circus arts and how everybody can find a class for them at the Circus Center!   Sign up for classes at the Las Vegas Circus Center! Scott McDonald's Instagram! Follow us @CityCastVegas on Twitter and Instagram. Give us call or text us at 702-514-0719. Want some more Las Vegas news? Then make sure to sign up for our daily newsletter Hey Las Vegas. The circus arts are a major attraction for Las Vegas, but have you heard of the Las Vegas Circus Center? Where performers, celebrities, hobbyists and everybody else can take classes and practices their acrobatic skills. It is a true hidden gem in the city of glitz and glamour where the fundamentals of the performers we see all over the strip are honed and perfected. So our host Dayvid Figler invited acclaimed acrobat Scott McDonald, both instructor and student at the center, to tells us about the path and challenges associated with the pursuit of circus arts and how everybody can find a class for them at the Circus Center!  


Sign up for classes at the Las Vegas Circus Center!

Scott McDonald's Instagram!


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]]> 1349 Is Our New Monument a Historic Mistake? https://lasvegas.citycast.fm After years of effort from activists, government officials, and Indigenous tribes, President Biden finally protected Avi Kwa Ame by declaring it Nevada’s fourth national monument in March. The 380,000 acres of land includes Spirit Mountain and is sacred to over 12 tribes. While celebrations happened all over the state, Governor Lombardo slammed the decision saying it was a “historic mistake” and that it would slow the development of affordable housing and disruptmining plans. Back in August, co-host Vogue Robinson spoke to Bertha Gutierrez of the Conservation Land Foundation. Bertha shares the story of Avi Kwa Ame, why it should be protected, and how Nevadans can enjoy it. We’re on social media! Follow us @CityCastVegas on Twitter and Instagram. You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719. Want some more Las Vegas news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter here. Tue, 02 May 2023 13:00:00 -0000 Is Our New Monument a Historic Mistake? full City Cast After years of effort from activists, government officials, and Indigenous tribes, President Biden finally protected Avi Kwa Ame by declaring it Nevada’s fourth national monument in March. The 380,000 acres of land includes Spirit Mountain and is sacred to over 12 tribes. While celebrations happened all over the state, Governor Lombardo slammed the decision saying it was a “historic mistake” and that it would slow the development of affordable housing and disruptmining plans. Back in August, co-host Vogue Robinson spoke to Bertha Gutierrez of the Conservation Land Foundation. Bertha shares the story of Avi Kwa Ame, why it should be protected, and how Nevadans can enjoy it. We’re on social media! Follow us @CityCastVegas on Twitter and Instagram. You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719. Want some more Las Vegas news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter here. After years of effort from activists, government officials, and Indigenous tribes, President Biden finally protected Avi Kwa Ame by declaring it Nevada’s fourth national monument in March. The 380,000 acres of land includes Spirit Mountain and is sacred to over 12 tribes. While celebrations happened all over the state, Governor Lombardo slammed the decision saying it was a “historic mistake” and that it would slow the development of affordable housing and disruptmining plans. Back in August, co-host Vogue Robinson spoke to Bertha Gutierrez of the Conservation Land Foundation. Bertha shares the story of Avi Kwa Ame, why it should be protected, and how Nevadans can enjoy it.


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]]> 965 Will Lawmakers Finally Fix Our Rent Problem? https://lasvegas.citycast.fm/ As the Nevada 83rd legislative session continues multiple bills have been introduced in an effort to curb rising rent cost in the state and it has not been a clean process. With many of these bills missing their deadline to pass last week, 5 of them have made it through. In an effort to makes sense of this messy debate host Vogue Robinson is joined by Nevada Current Reporter and friend of the show Michael Lyle to break down the difference between rent control vs. rent stabilization and what do these bills mean for the residents of Las Vegas.  Michael’s break down of the issue for the Nevada Current.  We’re on social media! Catch us on Twitter and Instagram. Better yet you can call or text us at 702-514-0719. Wanna keep up with everything Las Vegas? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter Hey Las Vegas.  Mon, 01 May 2023 13:00:00 -0000 Will Lawmakers Finally Fix Our Rent Problem? full City Cast As the Nevada 83rd legislative session continues multiple bills have been introduced in an effort to curb rising rent cost in the state and it has not been a clean process. With many of these bills missing their deadline to pass last week, 5 of them have made it through. In an effort to makes sense of this messy debate host Vogue Robinson is joined by Nevada Current Reporter and friend of the show Michael Lyle to break down the difference between rent control vs. rent stabilization and what do these bills mean for the residents of Las Vegas.  Michael’s break down of the issue for the Nevada Current.  We’re on social media! Catch us on Twitter and Instagram. Better yet you can call or text us at 702-514-0719. Wanna keep up with everything Las Vegas? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter Hey Las Vegas.  As the Nevada 83rd legislative session continues multiple bills have been introduced in an effort to curb rising rent cost in the state and it has not been a clean process. With many of these bills missing their deadline to pass last week, 5 of them have made it through. In an effort to makes sense of this messy debate host Vogue Robinson is joined by Nevada Current Reporter and friend of the show Michael Lyle to break down the difference between rent control vs. rent stabilization and what do these bills mean for the residents of Las Vegas. 


Michael’s break down of the issue for the Nevada Current. 


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]]> 1235 no Illegal Towing, Neon Sign Drama, and Chauffeur to LA https://lasvegas.citycast.fm This Friday news roundup is a fun one: co-hosts Vogue Robinson and Dayvid Figler are joined by Nevada Current reporter April Corbin Girnus to break down new legislation on illegal towing, explain some very Vegas neon sign laws, and a chauffeur service to LA with a big price tag. We’re on social media! Follow us @CityCastVegas on Twitter and Instagram.  You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719. Want some more Las Vegas news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter here.  Fri, 28 Apr 2023 13:00:00 -0000 Illegal Towing, Neon Sign Drama, and Chauffeur to LA full City Cast This Friday news roundup is a fun one: co-hosts Vogue Robinson and Dayvid Figler are joined by Nevada Current reporter April Corbin Girnus to break down new legislation on illegal towing, explain some very Vegas neon sign laws, and a chauffeur service to LA with a big price tag. We’re on social media! Follow us @CityCastVegas on Twitter and Instagram.  You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719. Want some more Las Vegas news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter here.  This Friday news roundup is a fun one: co-hosts Vogue Robinson and Dayvid Figler are joined by Nevada Current reporter April Corbin Girnus to break down new legislation on illegal towing, explain some very Vegas neon sign laws, and a chauffeur service to LA with a big price tag.


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]]> 1631 no Baking Bread and Following Dreams in Vegas https://lasvegas.citycast.fm/ Recently Vegas has joined the ranks of cities throughout the nation to approve cottage kitchen laws. These laws allow for people to run small food businesses out of their private residences. But it isn’t all peaches and cream. In fact, the food items produced in cottage kitchens cannot contain uncooked cream, custard, nor cream cheese due to food safety regulations. Brett Boyer and his husband, Brendon Wilharber started their bakery, Desert Bread in 2018 and despite the challenges that rise, they’re rolling out the dough. Co-Host Vogue Robinson chops it up with Brett about how their business lets them spend more time doing what they love and how cottage laws have changed the pastry profession. Check out Dessert Bread! We’re on social media! Follow us @CityCastVegas on Twitter and Instagram. You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719. Want some more Las Vegas news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter here.  Thu, 27 Apr 2023 13:00:00 -0000 Baking Bread and Following Dreams in Vegas full City Cast Recently Vegas has joined the ranks of cities throughout the nation to approve cottage kitchen laws. These laws allow for people to run small food businesses out of their private residences. But it isn’t all peaches and cream. In fact, the food items produced in cottage kitchens cannot contain uncooked cream, custard, nor cream cheese due to food safety regulations. Brett Boyer and his husband, Brendon Wilharber started their bakery, Desert Bread in 2018 and despite the challenges that rise, they’re rolling out the dough. Co-Host Vogue Robinson chops it up with Brett about how their business lets them spend more time doing what they love and how cottage laws have changed the pastry profession. Check out Dessert Bread! We’re on social media! Follow us @CityCastVegas on Twitter and Instagram. You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719. Want some more Las Vegas news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter here.  Recently Vegas has joined the ranks of cities throughout the nation to approve cottage kitchen laws. These laws allow for people to run small food businesses out of their private residences. But it isn’t all peaches and cream. In fact, the food items produced in cottage kitchens cannot contain uncooked cream, custard, nor cream cheese due to food safety regulations. Brett Boyer and his husband, Brendon Wilharber started their bakery, Desert Bread in 2018 and despite the challenges that rise, they’re rolling out the dough. Co-Host Vogue Robinson chops it up with Brett about how their business lets them spend more time doing what they love and how cottage laws have changed the pastry profession.


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]]> 1182 no Is Las Vegas a Poetic City? https://lasvegas.citycast.fm We are nearing the end of poetry month and the City Cast Las Vegas team couldn’t let it go by without celebrating our vibrant and bustling community. Luckily, our co-hosts are two poets who have been performing, organizing, and representing our city for 10+ years. But how did we cultivate a thriving and dedicated poetry scene in a city where the people and venues are constantly changing? Producer Layla Muhammad sits down with the co-hosts, former Clark County poet laureate Vogue Robinson and longtime Vegas writer and poet Dayvid Figler to learn more. We’re on social media! Follow us @CityCastVegas on Twitter and Instagram. You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719. Want some more Las Vegas news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter here.  Wed, 26 Apr 2023 13:00:00 -0000 Is Las Vegas a Poetic City? full City Cast We are nearing the end of poetry month and the City Cast Las Vegas team couldn’t let it go by without celebrating our vibrant and bustling community. Luckily, our co-hosts are two poets who have been performing, organizing, and representing our city for 10+ years. But how did we cultivate a thriving and dedicated poetry scene in a city where the people and venues are constantly changing? Producer Layla Muhammad sits down with the co-hosts, former Clark County poet laureate Vogue Robinson and longtime Vegas writer and poet Dayvid Figler to learn more. We’re on social media! Follow us @CityCastVegas on Twitter and Instagram. You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719. Want some more Las Vegas news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter here.  We are nearing the end of poetry month and the City Cast Las Vegas team couldn’t let it go by without celebrating our vibrant and bustling community. Luckily, our co-hosts are two poets who have been performing, organizing, and representing our city for 10+ years. But how did we cultivate a thriving and dedicated poetry scene in a city where the people and venues are constantly changing? Producer Layla Muhammad sits down with the co-hosts, former Clark County poet laureate Vogue Robinson and longtime Vegas writer and poet Dayvid Figler to learn more.


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]]> 1358 Why Tax Season Isn’t Over in Las Vegas https://lasvegas.citycast.fm Tax season may have officially ended last week, but some Las Vegans may still be feeling the heat. According to Fidelity National Financial, Las Vegas ranks #2 for biggest tax procrastinators. To get some insight into our tax aversion (not to be confused with tax evasion), lead producer Sonja Cho Swanson talks to Jodi Mobley, executive director of Nevada Free Taxes Coalition. They are a nonprofit that helps low and middle income people file their taxes, even after Tax Day and into the extended season. Jodi shares why taxes don’t have to be all that complicated and how they can be both a burden and a relief for families. The crew at Nevada Free Taxes Coalition will be on a well deserved break until May 8th. Appointments for the extended tax season will be available on their website in early May. We’re on social media! Follow us @CityCastVegas on Twitter and Instagram.  You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719. Want some more Las Vegas news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter here.  Tue, 25 Apr 2023 13:00:00 -0000 Why Tax Season Isn’t Over in Las Vegas full City Cast Tax season may have officially ended last week, but some Las Vegans may still be feeling the heat. According to Fidelity National Financial, Las Vegas ranks #2 for biggest tax procrastinators. To get some insight into our tax aversion (not to be confused with tax evasion), lead producer Sonja Cho Swanson talks to Jodi Mobley, executive director of Nevada Free Taxes Coalition. They are a nonprofit that helps low and middle income people file their taxes, even after Tax Day and into the extended season. Jodi shares why taxes don’t have to be all that complicated and how they can be both a burden and a relief for families. The crew at Nevada Free Taxes Coalition will be on a well deserved break until May 8th. Appointments for the extended tax season will be available on their website in early May. We’re on social media! Follow us @CityCastVegas on Twitter and Instagram.  You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719. Want some more Las Vegas news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter here.  Tax season may have officially ended last week, but some Las Vegans may still be feeling the heat. According to Fidelity National Financial, Las Vegas ranks #2 for biggest tax procrastinators. To get some insight into our tax aversion (not to be confused with tax evasion), lead producer Sonja Cho Swanson talks to Jodi Mobley, executive director of Nevada Free Taxes Coalition. They are a nonprofit that helps low and middle income people file their taxes, even after Tax Day and into the extended season. Jodi shares why taxes don’t have to be all that complicated and how they can be both a burden and a relief for families.


The crew at Nevada Free Taxes Coalition will be on a well deserved break until May 8th. Appointments for the extended tax season will be available on their website in early May.


We’re on social media! Follow us @CityCastVegas on Twitter and Instagram. 


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]]> 1093 Should Schools Regulate Graduation Attire? https://lasvegas.citycast.fm Graduation season is upon us! We’re starting to see high schoolers and college grads descending on scenic spots around Las Vegas to take portraits — sometimes with elaborate additions to their stoles, gowns, and mortar board graduation caps. In fact, decorating grad caps is a fairly recent tradition that Dr. Sheila Bock, a folklorist at UNLV has been studying. She and co-host Dayvid Figler talk about why the messages on grad caps (even the silly SpongeBob ones) are so significant, why cultural expression is particularly important for some communities at commencement, and whether graduation regalia can go too far. They also get into the debate over AB73, a bill being discussed right now, which would allow high schoolers the same graduation garb permissions that university students in Nevada currently have. Have you worn special attire to a graduation ceremony, or know someone who has? Tell us how and why (or why you didn’t) by dropping us a line at 702-514-0719. You can leave us a voicemail or send us a text. And don’t forget that you can also follow us @CityCastVegas on Twitter and Instagram. Last but certainly not least, make sure to sign up for our amazing newsletter. Written and curated by beloved local journalist Scott Dickensheets, it’s a daily dose of news, events, and delightful commentary in our inbox every morning at 6 a.m. Sign up here. Mon, 24 Apr 2023 13:00:00 -0000 Should Schools Regulate Graduation Attire? full City Cast Graduation season is upon us! We’re starting to see high schoolers and college grads descending on scenic spots around Las Vegas to take portraits — sometimes with elaborate additions to their stoles, gowns, and mortar board graduation caps. In fact, decorating grad caps is a fairly recent tradition that Dr. Sheila Bock, a folklorist at UNLV has been studying. She and co-host Dayvid Figler talk about why the messages on grad caps (even the silly SpongeBob ones) are so significant, why cultural expression is particularly important for some communities at commencement, and whether graduation regalia can go too far. They also get into the debate over AB73, a bill being discussed right now, which would allow high schoolers the same graduation garb permissions that university students in Nevada currently have. Have you worn special attire to a graduation ceremony, or know someone who has? Tell us how and why (or why you didn’t) by dropping us a line at 702-514-0719. You can leave us a voicemail or send us a text. And don’t forget that you can also follow us @CityCastVegas on Twitter and Instagram. Last but certainly not least, make sure to sign up for our amazing newsletter. Written and curated by beloved local journalist Scott Dickensheets, it’s a daily dose of news, events, and delightful commentary in our inbox every morning at 6 a.m. Sign up here. Graduation season is upon us! We’re starting to see high schoolers and college grads descending on scenic spots around Las Vegas to take portraits — sometimes with elaborate additions to their stoles, gowns, and mortar board graduation caps. In fact, decorating grad caps is a fairly recent tradition that Dr. Sheila Bock, a folklorist at UNLV has been studying. She and co-host Dayvid Figler talk about why the messages on grad caps (even the silly SpongeBob ones) are so significant, why cultural expression is particularly important for some communities at commencement, and whether graduation regalia can go too far. They also get into the debate over AB73, a bill being discussed right now, which would allow high schoolers the same graduation garb permissions that university students in Nevada currently have.


Have you worn special attire to a graduation ceremony, or know someone who has? Tell us how and why (or why you didn’t) by dropping us a line at 702-514-0719. You can leave us a voicemail or send us a text. And don’t forget that you can also follow us @CityCastVegas on Twitter and Instagram.


Last but certainly not least, make sure to sign up for our amazing newsletter. Written and curated by beloved local journalist Scott Dickensheets, it’s a daily dose of news, events, and delightful commentary in our inbox every morning at 6 a.m. Sign up here.

]]> 1421 The A’s, the HOAs, and Animal Foundation Scrutiny https://lasvegas.citycast.fm The A’s have just signed a binding agreement to purchase land for a new stadium near Tropicana and Dean Martin. Does that mean they’re really coming to town? And how do we feel about that? On today’s news roundup, co-hosts Vogue Robinson and Dayvid Figler sit down with lead producer Sonja Cho Swanson to talk about the Oakland-slash-Vegas A’s, a controversial HOA bill being debated in the legislature (and the problem with HOAs), and what happened when the Animal Foundation was called before the County Commission this Tuesday. Last but not least, we play the messages you sent us about human composting (surprise, not everyone agrees!). Pull up a chair and a bag of popcorn, friends — this week is all about the drama. How do you feel about the A’s coming to town? Leave us a voicemail or a text (702-514-0719), or tag us on social media — we’re @CityCastVegas on Twitter and Instagram. Love what you’re hearing? Get even more of this Vegas-y goodness with news, events and commentary in our morning newsletter here. Fri, 21 Apr 2023 13:00:00 -0000 The A’s, the HOAs, and Animal Foundation Scrutiny full City Cast The A’s have just signed a binding agreement to purchase land for a new stadium near Tropicana and Dean Martin. Does that mean they’re really coming to town? And how do we feel about that? On today’s news roundup, co-hosts Vogue Robinson and Dayvid Figler sit down with lead producer Sonja Cho Swanson to talk about the Oakland-slash-Vegas A’s, a controversial HOA bill being debated in the legislature (and the problem with HOAs), and what happened when the Animal Foundation was called before the County Commission this Tuesday. Last but not least, we play the messages you sent us about human composting (surprise, not everyone agrees!). Pull up a chair and a bag of popcorn, friends — this week is all about the drama. How do you feel about the A’s coming to town? Leave us a voicemail or a text (702-514-0719), or tag us on social media — we’re @CityCastVegas on Twitter and Instagram. Love what you’re hearing? Get even more of this Vegas-y goodness with news, events and commentary in our morning newsletter here. The A’s have just signed a binding agreement to purchase land for a new stadium near Tropicana and Dean Martin. Does that mean they’re really coming to town? And how do we feel about that? On today’s news roundup, co-hosts Vogue Robinson and Dayvid Figler sit down with lead producer Sonja Cho Swanson to talk about the Oakland-slash-Vegas A’s, a controversial HOA bill being debated in the legislature (and the problem with HOAs), and what happened when the Animal Foundation was called before the County Commission this Tuesday. Last but not least, we play the messages you sent us about human composting (surprise, not everyone agrees!). Pull up a chair and a bag of popcorn, friends — this week is all about the drama.


How do you feel about the A’s coming to town? Leave us a voicemail or a text (702-514-0719), or tag us on social media — we’re @CityCastVegas on Twitter and Instagram.


Love what you’re hearing? Get even more of this Vegas-y goodness with news, events and commentary in our morning newsletter here.

]]> 1889 Cooking with Cannabis Gets a Fine Dining Twist https://lasvegas.citycast.fm Cooking with cannabis has moved beyond the college dorm weed brownie. Today on City Cast Las Vegas, co-host Vogue Robinson sits down with Veronica Marquez, AKA Chef Vee, a Cordon Bleu-trained private chef who creates cannabis-infused fine dining feasts for celebrity clients — we’re talking clams stuffed with cannabis aioli, scallops basted in cannabutter, and steaks with CBD-laced chimichurri sauce. Chef Vee shares hilarious stories from the world of high dining, gives home cooks some tips for infusing, and talks about how her meals are breaking down the stigma of who cannabis consumers really are. Do you have strong feelings about cannabis-infused cooking? Love it or hate it, we’d love to hear from — leave us a voicemail or a text message at 702-514-0719. Don’t forget, we’re also on social media and you can always tag us there, too! Follow us @CityCastVegas on Twitter and Instagram. For more Las Vegas news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter here. Thu, 20 Apr 2023 13:00:00 -0000 Cooking with Cannabis Gets a Fine Dining Twist full City Cast Cooking with cannabis has moved beyond the college dorm weed brownie. Today on City Cast Las Vegas, co-host Vogue Robinson sits down with Veronica Marquez, AKA Chef Vee, a Cordon Bleu-trained private chef who creates cannabis-infused fine dining feasts for celebrity clients — we’re talking clams stuffed with cannabis aioli, scallops basted in cannabutter, and steaks with CBD-laced chimichurri sauce. Chef Vee shares hilarious stories from the world of high dining, gives home cooks some tips for infusing, and talks about how her meals are breaking down the stigma of who cannabis consumers really are. Do you have strong feelings about cannabis-infused cooking? Love it or hate it, we’d love to hear from — leave us a voicemail or a text message at 702-514-0719. Don’t forget, we’re also on social media and you can always tag us there, too! Follow us @CityCastVegas on Twitter and Instagram. For more Las Vegas news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter here. Cooking with cannabis has moved beyond the college dorm weed brownie. Today on City Cast Las Vegas, co-host Vogue Robinson sits down with Veronica Marquez, AKA Chef Vee, a Cordon Bleu-trained private chef who creates cannabis-infused fine dining feasts for celebrity clients — we’re talking clams stuffed with cannabis aioli, scallops basted in cannabutter, and steaks with CBD-laced chimichurri sauce. Chef Vee shares hilarious stories from the world of high dining, gives home cooks some tips for infusing, and talks about how her meals are breaking down the stigma of who cannabis consumers really are.


Do you have strong feelings about cannabis-infused cooking? Love it or hate it, we’d love to hear from — leave us a voicemail or a text message at 702-514-0719. Don’t forget, we’re also on social media and you can always tag us there, too! Follow us @CityCastVegas on Twitter and Instagram.


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]]> 1345 Will A.I. Take Over Vegas Hospitality? https://lasvegas.citycast.fm/ Artificial intelligence has arrived in Las Vegas, and it’s here to stay. Both Resorts World and the Cosmopolitan already use A.I. chatbots with friendly names like “Rose” and “Red” to answer guest queries about where to go and what to do. There’s even a laser-eyed robot bouncer on the Strip. But how will A.I. evolve, and will it take over our city’s legendary hospitality industry? Could A.I. make gambling even more addictive? Are the A.I.-enhanced robots going to replace us all? Geoff Carter, senior editor at the Las Vegas Weekly, asked those questions in a recent cover story that he discusses with co-host Dayvid Figler. Don’t miss the end of the episode, in which we pit Geoff’s Vegas cred against ChatGPT — the last question threw us all for a loop. Are you worried about A.I. in Las Vegas? Or excited about it? Let us know what you think by tagging us on social media (we’re @CityCastVegas on Twitter and Instagram) or leaving us a voicemail or a text at 702-514-0719. Oh, and if you’re not signed up for our brilliant morning newsletter yet… whatcha waiting for? Get on the list for the best thing in your inbox every morning at 6 a.m. — sign up here. Wed, 19 Apr 2023 13:00:00 -0000 Will A.I. Take Over Vegas Hospitality? full City Cast Artificial intelligence has arrived in Las Vegas, and it’s here to stay. Both Resorts World and the Cosmopolitan already use A.I. chatbots with friendly names like “Rose” and “Red” to answer guest queries about where to go and what to do. There’s even a laser-eyed robot bouncer on the Strip. But how will A.I. evolve, and will it take over our city’s legendary hospitality industry? Could A.I. make gambling even more addictive? Are the A.I.-enhanced robots going to replace us all? Geoff Carter, senior editor at the Las Vegas Weekly, asked those questions in a recent cover story that he discusses with co-host Dayvid Figler. Don’t miss the end of the episode, in which we pit Geoff’s Vegas cred against ChatGPT — the last question threw us all for a loop. Are you worried about A.I. in Las Vegas? Or excited about it? Let us know what you think by tagging us on social media (we’re @CityCastVegas on Twitter and Instagram) or leaving us a voicemail or a text at 702-514-0719. Oh, and if you’re not signed up for our brilliant morning newsletter yet… whatcha waiting for? Get on the list for the best thing in your inbox every morning at 6 a.m. — sign up here. Artificial intelligence has arrived in Las Vegas, and it’s here to stay. Both Resorts World and the Cosmopolitan already use A.I. chatbots with friendly names like “Rose” and “Red” to answer guest queries about where to go and what to do. There’s even a laser-eyed robot bouncer on the Strip. But how will A.I. evolve, and will it take over our city’s legendary hospitality industry? Could A.I. make gambling even more addictive? Are the A.I.-enhanced robots going to replace us all? Geoff Carter, senior editor at the Las Vegas Weekly, asked those questions in a recent cover story that he discusses with co-host Dayvid Figler. Don’t miss the end of the episode, in which we pit Geoff’s Vegas cred against ChatGPT — the last question threw us all for a loop.


Are you worried about A.I. in Las Vegas? Or excited about it? Let us know what you think by tagging us on social media (we’re @CityCastVegas on Twitter and Instagram) or leaving us a voicemail or a text at 702-514-0719.


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]]> 1467 Should Nevada Allow Human Composting? https://lasvegas.citycast.fm/ The two most common legal options for funerals in Nevada (the traditional burial and cremation) are not the most environmentally friendly. That could change with a bill currently being debated in the Nevada Senate for a greener option: natural organic reduction, or human composting. Assemblyman Max Carter II tells lead producer Sonja Cho Swanson about the issues with current burial options, how natural organic reduction can help the environment, and what made him want to sponsor the bill. Would you want to be planted under a tree? Let us know your thoughts on natural organic reduction, or what kind of tree you'd want to become, at 702-514-0719. We’re on social media! Follow us @CityCastVegas on Twitter and Instagram to join the conversation.  Sign up for our morning newsletter here to stay engaged with all the latest community news, chatter, and hot takes.  Tue, 18 Apr 2023 13:00:00 -0000 Should Nevada Allow Human Composting? full City Cast The two most common legal options for funerals in Nevada (the traditional burial and cremation) are not the most environmentally friendly. That could change with a bill currently being debated in the Nevada Senate for a greener option: natural organic reduction, or human composting. Assemblyman Max Carter II tells lead producer Sonja Cho Swanson about the issues with current burial options, how natural organic reduction can help the environment, and what made him want to sponsor the bill. Would you want to be planted under a tree? Let us know your thoughts on natural organic reduction, or what kind of tree you'd want to become, at 702-514-0719. We’re on social media! Follow us @CityCastVegas on Twitter and Instagram to join the conversation.  Sign up for our morning newsletter here to stay engaged with all the latest community news, chatter, and hot takes.  The two most common legal options for funerals in Nevada (the traditional burial and cremation) are not the most environmentally friendly. That could change with a bill currently being debated in the Nevada Senate for a greener option: natural organic reduction, or human composting. Assemblyman Max Carter II tells lead producer Sonja Cho Swanson about the issues with current burial options, how natural organic reduction can help the environment, and what made him want to sponsor the bill.


Would you want to be planted under a tree? Let us know your thoughts on natural organic reduction, or what kind of tree you'd want to become, at 702-514-0719. We’re on social media! Follow us @CityCastVegas on Twitter and Instagram to join the conversation. 


Sign up for our morning newsletter here to stay engaged with all the latest community news, chatter, and hot takes. 

]]> 1185 Was Lake Mead a Mistake? https://lasvegas.citycast.fm The dams built along the Colorado River some hundred years ago paved the way for Western cities to boom. Las Vegas wouldn’t exist without Lake Mead, our nation’s largest reservoir. But these dams came with a cost: environmental impact, cultural loss, and fraught political battles. So as Western states stare down a deadline for figuring out our Colorado River allocation, we gotta ask: Was the creation of Lake Mead… a mistake? Today, co-host Dayvid Figler sits down with UNLV hydrology professor David Kreamer to talk about the mistakes we made when damming the river first started, the salty agricultural mayhem the dam created downriver, and what needs to change if we’re going to keep Lake Mead, after all. We’re on social media! Follow us @CityCastVegas on Twitter and Instagram.  You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719. Want some more Las Vegas news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter here.  Mon, 17 Apr 2023 13:00:00 -0000 Was Lake Mead a Mistake? full City Cast The dams built along the Colorado River some hundred years ago paved the way for Western cities to boom. Las Vegas wouldn’t exist without Lake Mead, our nation’s largest reservoir. But these dams came with a cost: environmental impact, cultural loss, and fraught political battles. So as Western states stare down a deadline for figuring out our Colorado River allocation, we gotta ask: Was the creation of Lake Mead… a mistake? Today, co-host Dayvid Figler sits down with UNLV hydrology professor David Kreamer to talk about the mistakes we made when damming the river first started, the salty agricultural mayhem the dam created downriver, and what needs to change if we’re going to keep Lake Mead, after all. We’re on social media! Follow us @CityCastVegas on Twitter and Instagram.  You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719. Want some more Las Vegas news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter here.  The dams built along the Colorado River some hundred years ago paved the way for Western cities to boom. Las Vegas wouldn’t exist without Lake Mead, our nation’s largest reservoir. But these dams came with a cost: environmental impact, cultural loss, and fraught political battles.


So as Western states stare down a deadline for figuring out our Colorado River allocation, we gotta ask: Was the creation of Lake Mead… a mistake?


Today, co-host Dayvid Figler sits down with UNLV hydrology professor David Kreamer to talk about the mistakes we made when damming the river first started, the salty agricultural mayhem the dam created downriver, and what needs to change if we’re going to keep Lake Mead, after all.


We’re on social media! Follow us @CityCastVegas on Twitter and Instagram. 


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]]> 1286 Side Eye to the Sphere, a Huge Lottery Debate, and Weed in Vegas https://lasvegas.citycast.fm It’s one of the more hotly-debated legislative items this session: Nevada is one of just five states without a lottery. We already have gambling, so what’s the big deal? In today’s news roundup, co-hosts Vogue Robinson and Dayvid Figler along with newsletter editor Scott Dickensheets break it all down, and debate the pros and cons of a lottery in our state. They also discuss the MSG Sphere’s upcoming launch (and what they’d actually want to see in the sphere). And last but not least, we ask why Vegas was recently ranked the country’s sixth-best city for weed, below Buffalo, NY and Baltimore, MD (yes, the concentration of Taco Bells was a metric in this highly-scientific ranking). Are you excited enough for the MSG Sphere to score a $200+ ticket? Tell us your thoughts on the newest addition to our skyline on social media! Follow us @CityCastVegas on Twitter and Instagram.  You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719 and let us know if you’d vote yes or no to the lottery in Nevada. Don’t forget to sign up here for our morning newsletter to stay up to date and engaged with your wittiest neighbor Scott!  Fri, 14 Apr 2023 13:00:00 -0000 Side Eye to the Sphere, a Huge Lottery Debate, and Weed in Vegas full City Cast It’s one of the more hotly-debated legislative items this session: Nevada is one of just five states without a lottery. We already have gambling, so what’s the big deal? In today’s news roundup, co-hosts Vogue Robinson and Dayvid Figler along with newsletter editor Scott Dickensheets break it all down, and debate the pros and cons of a lottery in our state. They also discuss the MSG Sphere’s upcoming launch (and what they’d actually want to see in the sphere). And last but not least, we ask why Vegas was recently ranked the country’s sixth-best city for weed, below Buffalo, NY and Baltimore, MD (yes, the concentration of Taco Bells was a metric in this highly-scientific ranking). Are you excited enough for the MSG Sphere to score a $200+ ticket? Tell us your thoughts on the newest addition to our skyline on social media! Follow us @CityCastVegas on Twitter and Instagram.  You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719 and let us know if you’d vote yes or no to the lottery in Nevada. Don’t forget to sign up here for our morning newsletter to stay up to date and engaged with your wittiest neighbor Scott!  It’s one of the more hotly-debated legislative items this session: Nevada is one of just five states without a lottery. We already have gambling, so what’s the big deal? In today’s news roundup, co-hosts Vogue Robinson and Dayvid Figler along with newsletter editor Scott Dickensheets break it all down, and debate the pros and cons of a lottery in our state. They also discuss the MSG Sphere’s upcoming launch (and what they’d actually want to see in the sphere). And last but not least, we ask why Vegas was recently ranked the country’s sixth-best city for weed, below Buffalo, NY and Baltimore, MD (yes, the concentration of Taco Bells was a metric in this highly-scientific ranking).


Are you excited enough for the MSG Sphere to score a $200+ ticket? Tell us your thoughts on the newest addition to our skyline on social media! Follow us @CityCastVegas on Twitter and Instagram. 


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]]> 1703 The Filipino Food Movement Starting in Las Vegas https://lasvegas.citycast.fm Many of the foods we think of as quintessentially Filipino (chicken adobo, lumpia, and pancit) are actually the result of centuries of colonization and cultural influence from Spain, China, Malaysia, and even the U.S. So what exactly makes Filipino food… Filipino? That’s the question driving Walbert Castillo, creator of the brand-new Filipino pop-up series Istorya — along with chef Catherine Carlucci and a team that includes culinary historians and cultural advisors, Istorya is peeling back the layers of history. Their first meal in the series, which is popping up on April 25th, explores pre-colonial Filipino ingredients and techniques, which includes tuna, ube, activated coconut charcoal, and a very special “dinosauregg”-shaped block of salt. And, as Walbert tells lead producer Sonja Cho Swanson, it turns out that Las Vegas is the perfect ground zero for this Filipino food movement. We’re on social media! Follow us @CityCastVegas on Twitter and Instagram.  You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719. Want some more Las Vegas news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter here.  Thu, 13 Apr 2023 13:00:00 -0000 The Filipino Food Movement Starting in Las Vegas full City Cast Many of the foods we think of as quintessentially Filipino (chicken adobo, lumpia, and pancit) are actually the result of centuries of colonization and cultural influence from Spain, China, Malaysia, and even the U.S. So what exactly makes Filipino food… Filipino? That’s the question driving Walbert Castillo, creator of the brand-new Filipino pop-up series Istorya — along with chef Catherine Carlucci and a team that includes culinary historians and cultural advisors, Istorya is peeling back the layers of history. Their first meal in the series, which is popping up on April 25th, explores pre-colonial Filipino ingredients and techniques, which includes tuna, ube, activated coconut charcoal, and a very special “dinosauregg”-shaped block of salt. And, as Walbert tells lead producer Sonja Cho Swanson, it turns out that Las Vegas is the perfect ground zero for this Filipino food movement. We’re on social media! Follow us @CityCastVegas on Twitter and Instagram.  You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719. Want some more Las Vegas news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter here.  Many of the foods we think of as quintessentially Filipino (chicken adobo, lumpia, and pancit) are actually the result of centuries of colonization and cultural influence from Spain, China, Malaysia, and even the U.S. So what exactly makes Filipino food… Filipino? That’s the question driving Walbert Castillo, creator of the brand-new Filipino pop-up series Istorya — along with chef Catherine Carlucci and a team that includes culinary historians and cultural advisors, Istorya is peeling back the layers of history. Their first meal in the series, which is popping up on April 25th, explores pre-colonial Filipino ingredients and techniques, which includes tuna, ube, activated coconut charcoal, and a very special “dinosauregg”-shaped block of salt. And, as Walbert tells lead producer Sonja Cho Swanson, it turns out that Las Vegas is the perfect ground zero for this Filipino food movement.


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]]> 1280 Tips and Tricks for Your Patio Garden https://lasvegas.citycast.fm Many Vegas natives wouldn’t think gardening in our climate makes a lot of sense, but as our spring weather finally evens out and we spend more time outside, you may be glad to hear that gardening is possible for us! As our city grows and apartment living gets more common, our co-host Vogue Robinson asks Cheyenne Kyle, master gardener at the Obodo Collective, how to start a spring patio garden for any small space. From planting a watermelon in a bag to transitioning your garden for the summer, Cheyenne has all the Vegas planting tips you need to keep your plants alive. Let us know what else is on your mind this spring on social media! Follow us @CityCastVegas on Twitter and Instagram. You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719. Want some more Las Vegas news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter here.  Wed, 12 Apr 2023 13:00:00 -0000 Tips and Tricks for Your Patio Garden full City Cast Many Vegas natives wouldn’t think gardening in our climate makes a lot of sense, but as our spring weather finally evens out and we spend more time outside, you may be glad to hear that gardening is possible for us! As our city grows and apartment living gets more common, our co-host Vogue Robinson asks Cheyenne Kyle, master gardener at the Obodo Collective, how to start a spring patio garden for any small space. From planting a watermelon in a bag to transitioning your garden for the summer, Cheyenne has all the Vegas planting tips you need to keep your plants alive. Let us know what else is on your mind this spring on social media! Follow us @CityCastVegas on Twitter and Instagram. You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719. Want some more Las Vegas news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter here.  Many Vegas natives wouldn’t think gardening in our climate makes a lot of sense, but as our spring weather finally evens out and we spend more time outside, you may be glad to hear that gardening is possible for us! As our city grows and apartment living gets more common, our co-host Vogue Robinson asks Cheyenne Kyle, master gardener at the Obodo Collective, how to start a spring patio garden for any small space. From planting a watermelon in a bag to transitioning your garden for the summer, Cheyenne has all the Vegas planting tips you need to keep your plants alive.


Let us know what else is on your mind this spring on social media! Follow us @CityCastVegas on Twitter and Instagram. You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719.


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]]> 1303 How E-Bikes Level the Cycling Field https://lasvegas.citycast.fm When Jordan Clark saw an e-bike in the lobby of his hotel a few years ago, he wasn’t sure he’d be able to ride it. At 330lbs, he wasn’t doing much cycling. One ride later, and he was hooked. Today, Jordan is 245lbs and now owns several e-bike stores in the Valley — and he’s not just an enthusiast, he’s an evangelist. As Jordan points out, people with limited mobility like the elderly and infirm can tackle rides that they wouldn’t have otherwise. But not everyone is happy about e-bikes and how fast they can go. Today on City Cast Las Vegas, Jordan and co-host Vogue Robinson chat about how e-bikes can offer accessible cycling, the debates around e-bike regulation, and where to hit the trails around Las Vegas. Are you an e-bike enthusiast? Adamantly opposed to their presence on the trails? Let us know what you think: Tag us on social media (@CityCastVegas on Twitter and Instagram) or leave us a text or a voicemail at 702-514-0719. Want more Las Vegas goings-on-about-town? Then make sure to sign up for our amazing morning newsletter here! Tue, 11 Apr 2023 13:00:00 -0000 How E-Bikes Level the Cycling Field full City Cast When Jordan Clark saw an e-bike in the lobby of his hotel a few years ago, he wasn’t sure he’d be able to ride it. At 330lbs, he wasn’t doing much cycling. One ride later, and he was hooked. Today, Jordan is 245lbs and now owns several e-bike stores in the Valley — and he’s not just an enthusiast, he’s an evangelist. As Jordan points out, people with limited mobility like the elderly and infirm can tackle rides that they wouldn’t have otherwise. But not everyone is happy about e-bikes and how fast they can go. Today on City Cast Las Vegas, Jordan and co-host Vogue Robinson chat about how e-bikes can offer accessible cycling, the debates around e-bike regulation, and where to hit the trails around Las Vegas. Are you an e-bike enthusiast? Adamantly opposed to their presence on the trails? Let us know what you think: Tag us on social media (@CityCastVegas on Twitter and Instagram) or leave us a text or a voicemail at 702-514-0719. Want more Las Vegas goings-on-about-town? Then make sure to sign up for our amazing morning newsletter here! When Jordan Clark saw an e-bike in the lobby of his hotel a few years ago, he wasn’t sure he’d be able to ride it. At 330lbs, he wasn’t doing much cycling. One ride later, and he was hooked. Today, Jordan is 245lbs and now owns several e-bike stores in the Valley — and he’s not just an enthusiast, he’s an evangelist. As Jordan points out, people with limited mobility like the elderly and infirm can tackle rides that they wouldn’t have otherwise. But not everyone is happy about e-bikes and how fast they can go. Today on City Cast Las Vegas, Jordan and co-host Vogue Robinson chat about how e-bikes can offer accessible cycling, the debates around e-bike regulation, and where to hit the trails around Las Vegas.


Are you an e-bike enthusiast? Adamantly opposed to their presence on the trails? Let us know what you think: Tag us on social media (@CityCastVegas on Twitter and Instagram) or leave us a text or a voicemail at 702-514-0719.


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]]> 1334 A Comedian’s Guide to Psychedelics https://lasvegas.citycast.fm Nevada lawmakers are discussing a bill that would decriminalize psychedelics like shrooms and ketamine. Advocates argue that this will help open the door for more research on psychedelics’ clinical uses in mental health. But what’s the experience of using psychedelics really like? Perhaps no one is more qualified to talk about this than Shane Mauss — he’s a comedian, science podcaster, and self-described psychonaut who has been exploring the world of psychedelics (bothfirst-hand and through interviews and research) for over 20 years now. And on the heels of his 111-city tour of “A Good Trip,” Shane is now bringing a new art and video-filled special called “A Better Trip” to Area15, for a residency starting April 23rd. Co-host Dayvid Figler and Shane sit down to talk about how Shane’s views on psychedelics have evolved, his own mental health journey, and what Nevadans should know about psychedelics as we debate their decriminalization. Do you think Nevada should decriminalize psychedelics? Have you had a good trip or a bad trip you want to share? Leave us a voicemail at 702-514-0719, or tag us on social media — we’re @CityCastVegas on Twitter and Instagram. For more of what Las Vegas is talking about, make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter here. Mon, 10 Apr 2023 13:00:00 -0000 A Comedian’s Guide to Psychedelics full City Cast Nevada lawmakers are discussing a bill that would decriminalize psychedelics like shrooms and ketamine. Advocates argue that this will help open the door for more research on psychedelics’ clinical uses in mental health. But what’s the experience of using psychedelics really like? Perhaps no one is more qualified to talk about this than Shane Mauss — he’s a comedian, science podcaster, and self-described psychonaut who has been exploring the world of psychedelics (bothfirst-hand and through interviews and research) for over 20 years now. And on the heels of his 111-city tour of “A Good Trip,” Shane is now bringing a new art and video-filled special called “A Better Trip” to Area15, for a residency starting April 23rd. Co-host Dayvid Figler and Shane sit down to talk about how Shane’s views on psychedelics have evolved, his own mental health journey, and what Nevadans should know about psychedelics as we debate their decriminalization. Do you think Nevada should decriminalize psychedelics? Have you had a good trip or a bad trip you want to share? Leave us a voicemail at 702-514-0719, or tag us on social media — we’re @CityCastVegas on Twitter and Instagram. For more of what Las Vegas is talking about, make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter here. Nevada lawmakers are discussing a bill that would decriminalize psychedelics like shrooms and ketamine. Advocates argue that this will help open the door for more research on psychedelics’ clinical uses in mental health. But what’s the experience of using psychedelics really like? Perhaps no one is more qualified to talk about this than Shane Mauss — he’s a comedian, science podcaster, and self-described psychonaut who has been exploring the world of psychedelics (bothfirst-hand and through interviews and research) for over 20 years now. And on the heels of his 111-city tour of “A Good Trip,” Shane is now bringing a new art and video-filled special called “A Better Trip” to Area15, for a residency starting April 23rd. Co-host Dayvid Figler and Shane sit down to talk about how Shane’s views on psychedelics have evolved, his own mental health journey, and what Nevadans should know about psychedelics as we debate their decriminalization.


Do you think Nevada should decriminalize psychedelics? Have you had a good trip or a bad trip you want to share? Leave us a voicemail at 702-514-0719, or tag us on social media — we’re @CityCastVegas on Twitter and Instagram.


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]]> 1336 The Huntridge Relighting, a New Hsieh Lawsuit, and Rooftop Beer https://lasvegas.citycast.fm The historic Huntridge Theater will light up its marquee neon sign tonight for the first time in two decades (event details here) — which developer J Dapper says is a sign to the community that the space is on its way to renovation. But soon — and how likely is it to happen? In today’s news roundup, co-hosts Vogue Robinson and Dayvid Figler, along with contributor and thelist.vegas publisher Andrew Kiraly, discuss the Huntridge relighting and the “Lucy’s football” promise of the theater’s reopening. Then, it’s on to a heavier topic: A lawsuit against former associates of Tony Hsieh — it’s not the first such lawsuit, but this one comes with serious allegations, including a claim that Hsieh paid $30 million over actual value for the former Las Vegas city hall building. So what lessons can Las Vegas learn from this sad saga? And last, we discuss a proposed new beer garden on the roof of an apartment building — and how this debate could open up an interesting conversation about walkable neighborhoods and sensible zoning. Would you want a beer garden on your apartment rooftop? Or a coffeeshop in a house down the street? Let us know by leaving us a voicemail at 702-514-0719, or tagging us on social media: We’re @CityCastVegas on Twitter and Instagram. You can also follow us for tips, pics, and soundbites from the show! For even more Las Vegas news, events and snarky commentary, you’ll want to sign up for our brilliant morning newsletter. Don’t miss out, get it here. Fri, 07 Apr 2023 13:00:00 -0000 The Huntridge Relighting, a New Hsieh Lawsuit, and Rooftop Beer full City Cast The historic Huntridge Theater will light up its marquee neon sign tonight for the first time in two decades (event details here) — which developer J Dapper says is a sign to the community that the space is on its way to renovation. But soon — and how likely is it to happen? In today’s news roundup, co-hosts Vogue Robinson and Dayvid Figler, along with contributor and thelist.vegas publisher Andrew Kiraly, discuss the Huntridge relighting and the “Lucy’s football” promise of the theater’s reopening. Then, it’s on to a heavier topic: A lawsuit against former associates of Tony Hsieh — it’s not the first such lawsuit, but this one comes with serious allegations, including a claim that Hsieh paid $30 million over actual value for the former Las Vegas city hall building. So what lessons can Las Vegas learn from this sad saga? And last, we discuss a proposed new beer garden on the roof of an apartment building — and how this debate could open up an interesting conversation about walkable neighborhoods and sensible zoning. Would you want a beer garden on your apartment rooftop? Or a coffeeshop in a house down the street? Let us know by leaving us a voicemail at 702-514-0719, or tagging us on social media: We’re @CityCastVegas on Twitter and Instagram. You can also follow us for tips, pics, and soundbites from the show! For even more Las Vegas news, events and snarky commentary, you’ll want to sign up for our brilliant morning newsletter. Don’t miss out, get it here. The historic Huntridge Theater will light up its marquee neon sign tonight for the first time in two decades (event details here) — which developer J Dapper says is a sign to the community that the space is on its way to renovation. But soon — and how likely is it to happen? In today’s news roundup, co-hosts Vogue Robinson and Dayvid Figler, along with contributor and thelist.vegas publisher Andrew Kiraly, discuss the Huntridge relighting and the “Lucy’s football” promise of the theater’s reopening. Then, it’s on to a heavier topic: A lawsuit against former associates of Tony Hsieh — it’s not the first such lawsuit, but this one comes with serious allegations, including a claim that Hsieh paid $30 million over actual value for the former Las Vegas city hall building. So what lessons can Las Vegas learn from this sad saga? And last, we discuss a proposed new beer garden on the roof of an apartment building — and how this debate could open up an interesting conversation about walkable neighborhoods and sensible zoning.


Would you want a beer garden on your apartment rooftop? Or a coffeeshop in a house down the street? Let us know by leaving us a voicemail at 702-514-0719, or tagging us on social media: We’re @CityCastVegas on Twitter and Instagram. You can also follow us for tips, pics, and soundbites from the show!


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]]> 1851 How a Front Yard Fridge is Fighting Food Scarcity https://lasvegas.citycast.fm/ During the pandemic, Victoria Flores started a food pantry from her home to help her community on the Eastside have better access to nutritious foods and essentials. Two years later, as SNAP benefits, or food assistance, that some Nevadans have been receiving since the pandemic began comes to an end this month, Victoria tells co-host Vogue Robinson how The Solidarity Fridge has been embraced by the community and will continue to meet people where they are at, no questions asked. Learn how you can get involved in supporting The Solidarity Fridge at https://www.thesolidarityfridge.org. Are you a Las Vegan working to solve an issue in our community? Let us know in a voicemail or text at 702-514-0719. You can also join the conversation on social media! Follow us @CityCastVegas on Twitter and Instagram.  Want some more Las Vegas news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter here. Thu, 06 Apr 2023 13:00:00 -0000 How a Front Yard Fridge is Fighting Food Scarcity full City Cast During the pandemic, Victoria Flores started a food pantry from her home to help her community on the Eastside have better access to nutritious foods and essentials. Two years later, as SNAP benefits, or food assistance, that some Nevadans have been receiving since the pandemic began comes to an end this month, Victoria tells co-host Vogue Robinson how The Solidarity Fridge has been embraced by the community and will continue to meet people where they are at, no questions asked. Learn how you can get involved in supporting The Solidarity Fridge at https://www.thesolidarityfridge.org. Are you a Las Vegan working to solve an issue in our community? Let us know in a voicemail or text at 702-514-0719. You can also join the conversation on social media! Follow us @CityCastVegas on Twitter and Instagram.  Want some more Las Vegas news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter here. During the pandemic, Victoria Flores started a food pantry from her home to help her community on the Eastside have better access to nutritious foods and essentials. Two years later, as SNAP benefits, or food assistance, that some Nevadans have been receiving since the pandemic began comes to an end this month, Victoria tells co-host Vogue Robinson how The Solidarity Fridge has been embraced by the community and will continue to meet people where they are at, no questions asked.


Learn how you can get involved in supporting The Solidarity Fridge at https://www.thesolidarityfridge.org.


Are you a Las Vegan working to solve an issue in our community? Let us know in a voicemail or text at 702-514-0719. You can also join the conversation on social media! Follow us @CityCastVegas on Twitter and Instagram. 


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]]> 1167 The Wackiest Bills Proposed in the Legislature https://lasvegas.citycast.fm/ The 2023 legislative session saw over 900 new bills introduced that ranged from serious to seriously curious. So how do the legislators make time to discuss all of them? Well, the wackiest ones don’t usually get a chance for debate on the floor, but Nevada Current reporter April Corbin Girnus tells co-host Dayvid Figler that there might be more to these “stunt” bills than you think. April and Dayvid discuss the wackiest bills proposed this session, and why they might serve a purpose, even if they’re dead on arrival. If you were elected to the legislature, whats the wackiest bill would you’d propose? Let us know on social media @CityCastVegas on Twitter and Instagram. Don’t forget to hit that follow button while you’re there. You can also call us at 702-514-0719 and leave it in a voicemail! Trying to keep up with Nevada politics, news, and culture? Let Scott Dickensheets help you stay in the know by signing up for our morning newsletter here.  Wed, 05 Apr 2023 13:00:00 -0000 The Wackiest Bills Proposed in the Legislature full City Cast The 2023 legislative session saw over 900 new bills introduced that ranged from serious to seriously curious. So how do the legislators make time to discuss all of them? Well, the wackiest ones don’t usually get a chance for debate on the floor, but Nevada Current reporter April Corbin Girnus tells co-host Dayvid Figler that there might be more to these “stunt” bills than you think. April and Dayvid discuss the wackiest bills proposed this session, and why they might serve a purpose, even if they’re dead on arrival. If you were elected to the legislature, whats the wackiest bill would you’d propose? Let us know on social media @CityCastVegas on Twitter and Instagram. Don’t forget to hit that follow button while you’re there. You can also call us at 702-514-0719 and leave it in a voicemail! Trying to keep up with Nevada politics, news, and culture? Let Scott Dickensheets help you stay in the know by signing up for our morning newsletter here.  The 2023 legislative session saw over 900 new bills introduced that ranged from serious to seriously curious. So how do the legislators make time to discuss all of them? Well, the wackiest ones don’t usually get a chance for debate on the floor, but Nevada Current reporter April Corbin Girnus tells co-host Dayvid Figler that there might be more to these “stunt” bills than you think. April and Dayvid discuss the wackiest bills proposed this session, and why they might serve a purpose, even if they’re dead on arrival.


If you were elected to the legislature, whats the wackiest bill would you’d propose? Let us know on social media @CityCastVegas on Twitter and Instagram. Don’t forget to hit that follow button while you’re there. You can also call us at 702-514-0719 and leave it in a voicemail!


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]]> 1343 How CCSD’s Most Controversial Safety Policy Could Change https://lasvegas.citycast.fm When AB168 passed in 2019, it required school districts across the state to integrate restorative justice into their disciplinary plans — in other words, instead of going right to the punishments, like suspension or expulsion, schools needed to look at other behavioral remedies. But fast forward to today, and it seems like nobody (on any side of the political spectrum) is happy with how AB168 has played out. Even our governor recently spoke out against it, pushing a new bill that will make major revisions to AB168 in the name of school safety. So why didn’t restorative justice play out as planned? Has AB168 turned into a scapegoat for school safety concerns? What policies could actually work? Today, co-host Vogue Robinson sits down with Rocío Hernández, to talk about the drama over these two bills, and what’s being done about it. What are your school safety concerns — and how do you see restorative justice working (or not) in schools? Let us know by commenting and tagging us on socials (we’re @CityCastVegas on Twitter and Instagram), or by leaving us a voicemail or a text at 702-514-0719. Then make sure to sign up for our brilliant morning newsletter here. It’s chock-full of events, news, thoughtful (andoccasionally snarky) conversations about topics that matter to Las Vegans. Tue, 04 Apr 2023 13:00:00 -0000 How CCSD’s Most Controversial Safety Policy Could Change full City Cast When AB168 passed in 2019, it required school districts across the state to integrate restorative justice into their disciplinary plans — in other words, instead of going right to the punishments, like suspension or expulsion, schools needed to look at other behavioral remedies. But fast forward to today, and it seems like nobody (on any side of the political spectrum) is happy with how AB168 has played out. Even our governor recently spoke out against it, pushing a new bill that will make major revisions to AB168 in the name of school safety. So why didn’t restorative justice play out as planned? Has AB168 turned into a scapegoat for school safety concerns? What policies could actually work? Today, co-host Vogue Robinson sits down with Rocío Hernández, to talk about the drama over these two bills, and what’s being done about it. What are your school safety concerns — and how do you see restorative justice working (or not) in schools? Let us know by commenting and tagging us on socials (we’re @CityCastVegas on Twitter and Instagram), or by leaving us a voicemail or a text at 702-514-0719. Then make sure to sign up for our brilliant morning newsletter here. It’s chock-full of events, news, thoughtful (andoccasionally snarky) conversations about topics that matter to Las Vegans. When AB168 passed in 2019, it required school districts across the state to integrate restorative justice into their disciplinary plans — in other words, instead of going right to the punishments, like suspension or expulsion, schools needed to look at other behavioral remedies. But fast forward to today, and it seems like nobody (on any side of the political spectrum) is happy with how AB168 has played out. Even our governor recently spoke out against it, pushing a new bill that will make major revisions to AB168 in the name of school safety. So why didn’t restorative justice play out as planned? Has AB168 turned into a scapegoat for school safety concerns? What policies could actually work? Today, co-host Vogue Robinson sits down with Rocío Hernández, to talk about the drama over these two bills, and what’s being done about it.


What are your school safety concerns — and how do you see restorative justice working (or not) in schools? Let us know by commenting and tagging us on socials (we’re @CityCastVegas on Twitter and Instagram), or by leaving us a voicemail or a text at 702-514-0719.


Then make sure to sign up for our brilliant morning newsletter here. It’s chock-full of events, news, thoughtful (andoccasionally snarky) conversations about topics that matter to Las Vegans.

]]> 1416 Airbnb Owners Challenge the County’s New Rules https://lasvegas.citycast.fm We’re a city where visitors outnumber locals many times over. Tourism is the lifeblood of our economy, but it’s also a source of tension when the party comes to local neighborhoods. So short-term rentals (or STRs) like Airbnbs or VRBOs are a hot-button issue here— where they should be allowed, how they affect communities, and who gets to operate how many. Today, co-host Dayvid Figler sits down with Jackie Flores and Louis Koorndyk, both STR operators and co-founders of the Greater Las Vegas STR Association. They explain why they’re challenging the County ordinance, and what they’re fighting for. It’s a spirited conversation — and a timely one: The County Commission will be discussing changes to the ordinance in their meeting tomorrow, Tuesday, April 4th. It’s on the agenda at 10 a.m. What are your thoughts on STRs in Las Vegas? Call or text us at 702-514-0719, or tag us on on Twitter and Instagram (we’re @CityCastVegas). Want more Las Vegas news? Then make sure to sign up for our brilliant morning newsletter here. Mon, 03 Apr 2023 13:00:00 -0000 Airbnb Owners Challenge the County’s New Rules full City Cast We’re a city where visitors outnumber locals many times over. Tourism is the lifeblood of our economy, but it’s also a source of tension when the party comes to local neighborhoods. So short-term rentals (or STRs) like Airbnbs or VRBOs are a hot-button issue here— where they should be allowed, how they affect communities, and who gets to operate how many. Today, co-host Dayvid Figler sits down with Jackie Flores and Louis Koorndyk, both STR operators and co-founders of the Greater Las Vegas STR Association. They explain why they’re challenging the County ordinance, and what they’re fighting for. It’s a spirited conversation — and a timely one: The County Commission will be discussing changes to the ordinance in their meeting tomorrow, Tuesday, April 4th. It’s on the agenda at 10 a.m. What are your thoughts on STRs in Las Vegas? Call or text us at 702-514-0719, or tag us on on Twitter and Instagram (we’re @CityCastVegas). Want more Las Vegas news? Then make sure to sign up for our brilliant morning newsletter here. We’re a city where visitors outnumber locals many times over. Tourism is the lifeblood of our economy, but it’s also a source of tension when the party comes to local neighborhoods. So short-term rentals (or STRs) like Airbnbs or VRBOs are a hot-button issue here— where they should be allowed, how they affect communities, and who gets to operate how many. Today, co-host Dayvid Figler sits down with Jackie Flores and Louis Koorndyk, both STR operators and co-founders of the Greater Las Vegas STR Association. They explain why they’re challenging the County ordinance, and what they’re fighting for. It’s a spirited conversation — and a timely one: The County Commission will be discussing changes to the ordinance in their meeting tomorrow, Tuesday, April 4th. It’s on the agenda at 10 a.m.


What are your thoughts on STRs in Las Vegas? Call or text us at 702-514-0719, or tag us on on Twitter and Instagram (we’re @CityCastVegas).


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]]> 1494 Hate Symbols, Poker Cheaters, and One Year of City Cast Las Vegas https://lasvegas.citycast.fm/ Monday was the last day for members of the Senate and Assembly to introduce bills for the 2023 session and some of those proposals are already seeing pushback. Co-hosts Dayvid Figler and Vogue Robinson are joined by lead producer Sonja Cho Swanson to break down both sides of a proposal to ban hate symbols and another to out cheaters in online poker. Plus, the team shares their highlights from the first year of City Cast Las Vegas — along with two surprise special guests! Check out our birthday post on Instagram for a year of memories (we’re @CityCastVegas on both Twitter and Instagram). And if you’ve got any thoughts on our discussion topics today, let us know! You can call or text us at 702-514-0719. Want even more Las Vegas news, events, and fun commentary? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter here — it lands fresh in your inbox at 6 a.m. Fri, 31 Mar 2023 13:00:00 -0000 Hate Symbols, Poker Cheaters, and One Year of City Cast Las Vegas full City Cast Monday was the last day for members of the Senate and Assembly to introduce bills for the 2023 session and some of those proposals are already seeing pushback. Co-hosts Dayvid Figler and Vogue Robinson are joined by lead producer Sonja Cho Swanson to break down both sides of a proposal to ban hate symbols and another to out cheaters in online poker. Plus, the team shares their highlights from the first year of City Cast Las Vegas — along with two surprise special guests! Check out our birthday post on Instagram for a year of memories (we’re @CityCastVegas on both Twitter and Instagram). And if you’ve got any thoughts on our discussion topics today, let us know! You can call or text us at 702-514-0719. Want even more Las Vegas news, events, and fun commentary? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter here — it lands fresh in your inbox at 6 a.m. Monday was the last day for members of the Senate and Assembly to introduce bills for the 2023 session and some of those proposals are already seeing pushback. Co-hosts Dayvid Figler and Vogue Robinson are joined by lead producer Sonja Cho Swanson to break down both sides of a proposal to ban hate symbols and another to out cheaters in online poker. Plus, the team shares their highlights from the first year of City Cast Las Vegas — along with two surprise special guests!


Check out our birthday post on Instagram for a year of memories (we’re @CityCastVegas on both Twitter and Instagram). And if you’ve got any thoughts on our discussion topics today, let us know! You can call or text us at 702-514-0719.


Want even more Las Vegas news, events, and fun commentary? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter here — it lands fresh in your inbox at 6 a.m.

]]> 2076 Is This Chinatown 2.0? https://lasvegas.citycast.fm Ever since Ikea popped up on the south curve of the 215, the surrounding empty dirt lots have been filling up with businesses, housing, and soon-to-be a new Station Casino. But the most exciting development in the Rainbow and 215 area is a food hub that neighbors are dubbing Chinatown 2.0. Food blogger Phil Tzeng (AKA LasVegasFill) joins co-host Vogue Robinson to talk about the best new spots, how the concentration of Asian food started, and if Vegas is big enough for two thriving Chinatowns. What other Vegas food topics do you want to hear about? You can let us know in a text or voicemail at 702-514-0719. And we’re on social media! Follow us and let us know if Vegas is big enough for two Chinatowns: We’re @CityCastVegas on Twitter and Instagram.  Find more Vegas favorite food spots and a whole lot more by signing up for our morning newsletter here.  Thu, 30 Mar 2023 13:00:00 -0000 Is This Chinatown 2.0? full City Cast Ever since Ikea popped up on the south curve of the 215, the surrounding empty dirt lots have been filling up with businesses, housing, and soon-to-be a new Station Casino. But the most exciting development in the Rainbow and 215 area is a food hub that neighbors are dubbing Chinatown 2.0. Food blogger Phil Tzeng (AKA LasVegasFill) joins co-host Vogue Robinson to talk about the best new spots, how the concentration of Asian food started, and if Vegas is big enough for two thriving Chinatowns. What other Vegas food topics do you want to hear about? You can let us know in a text or voicemail at 702-514-0719. And we’re on social media! Follow us and let us know if Vegas is big enough for two Chinatowns: We’re @CityCastVegas on Twitter and Instagram.  Find more Vegas favorite food spots and a whole lot more by signing up for our morning newsletter here.  Ever since Ikea popped up on the south curve of the 215, the surrounding empty dirt lots have been filling up with businesses, housing, and soon-to-be a new Station Casino. But the most exciting development in the Rainbow and 215 area is a food hub that neighbors are dubbing Chinatown 2.0. Food blogger Phil Tzeng (AKA LasVegasFill) joins co-host Vogue Robinson to talk about the best new spots, how the concentration of Asian food started, and if Vegas is big enough for two thriving Chinatowns.


What other Vegas food topics do you want to hear about? You can let us know in a text or voicemail at 702-514-0719. And we’re on social media! Follow us and let us know if Vegas is big enough for two Chinatowns: We’re @CityCastVegas on Twitter and Instagram. 


Find more Vegas favorite food spots and a whole lot more by signing up for our morning newsletter here. 

]]> 1317 The Best Non-Touristy Things to Do in Vegas https://lasvegas.citycast.fm When you’ve got friends or family coming to town that you really, really like, you take them to the good Vegas spots. You know what we’re talking about — whatever the opposite of M&M’s World is. Today, co-host Dayvid Figler sits down with Coco Jenkins, creator of the popular Instagram account @NothingToDoLV. There is, of course, a TON to do in LV, and Coco’s got the best tips for where to take a family of six, the college friend who only visits Vegas ironically, and the auntie and uncle looking for a low-key good time. Follow us on social media for more Vegas tips, secrets, and explainers @CityCastVegas on Twitter and Instagram.  Have some Vegas recs of your own you’d like to share? Send us a text or voicemail at 702-514-0719. Don’t forget to sign up for the our morning newsletter here for your daily dose of local news, facts, and fun.  Wed, 29 Mar 2023 13:00:00 -0000 The Best Non-Touristy Things to Do in Vegas full City Cast When you’ve got friends or family coming to town that you really, really like, you take them to the good Vegas spots. You know what we’re talking about — whatever the opposite of M&M’s World is. Today, co-host Dayvid Figler sits down with Coco Jenkins, creator of the popular Instagram account @NothingToDoLV. There is, of course, a TON to do in LV, and Coco’s got the best tips for where to take a family of six, the college friend who only visits Vegas ironically, and the auntie and uncle looking for a low-key good time. Follow us on social media for more Vegas tips, secrets, and explainers @CityCastVegas on Twitter and Instagram.  Have some Vegas recs of your own you’d like to share? Send us a text or voicemail at 702-514-0719. Don’t forget to sign up for the our morning newsletter here for your daily dose of local news, facts, and fun.  When you’ve got friends or family coming to town that you really, really like, you take them to the good Vegas spots. You know what we’re talking about — whatever the opposite of M&M’s World is. Today, co-host Dayvid Figler sits down with Coco Jenkins, creator of the popular Instagram account @NothingToDoLV. There is, of course, a TON to do in LV, and Coco’s got the best tips for where to take a family of six, the college friend who only visits Vegas ironically, and the auntie and uncle looking for a low-key good time.


Follow us on social media for more Vegas tips, secrets, and explainers @CityCastVegas on Twitter and Instagram. 


Have some Vegas recs of your own you’d like to share? Send us a text or voicemail at 702-514-0719.


Don’t forget to sign up for the our morning newsletter here for your daily dose of local news, facts, and fun. 

]]> 1285 Is Fake Cannabis Our Biggest Tourist Scam? https://lasvegas.citycast.fm Last week, we asked our listeners and newsletter readers to tell us about the biggest tourist scams you’re all seeing in Las Vegas. And overwhelmingly, the number one response was the “fake cannabis” stores on Fremont Street. Yep — despite the green crosses and marijuana leaves all over their signs, none of their products will actually get you high. So how are they getting away with this… and why should locals care if tourists get a little swindled on Fremont Street? Today on City Cast Las Vegas, lead producer Sonja Cho Swanson talks with Scot Rutledge, a government and regulatory affairs specialist at Argentum Partners — he managed the 2016 campaign to legalize adult-use recreational cannabis. Scot visited one of these “fake cannabis” stores over the weekend and explains how they’re getting away with selling the pre-rolls, gummies, and bud that don’t contain enough THC to get even the most enthusiastic tourist high. Have you seen the fake cannabis stores in Las Vegas? Post a pic and tag us on social media: We’re @CityCastVegas on Twitter and Instagram. And if you’ve thoughts on today’s episode, let us know: call or text us at 702-514-0719. Want some more Las Vegas news, events, and commentary? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter here. Tue, 28 Mar 2023 13:00:00 -0000 Is Fake Cannabis Our Biggest Tourist Scam? full City Cast Last week, we asked our listeners and newsletter readers to tell us about the biggest tourist scams you’re all seeing in Las Vegas. And overwhelmingly, the number one response was the “fake cannabis” stores on Fremont Street. Yep — despite the green crosses and marijuana leaves all over their signs, none of their products will actually get you high. So how are they getting away with this… and why should locals care if tourists get a little swindled on Fremont Street? Today on City Cast Las Vegas, lead producer Sonja Cho Swanson talks with Scot Rutledge, a government and regulatory affairs specialist at Argentum Partners — he managed the 2016 campaign to legalize adult-use recreational cannabis. Scot visited one of these “fake cannabis” stores over the weekend and explains how they’re getting away with selling the pre-rolls, gummies, and bud that don’t contain enough THC to get even the most enthusiastic tourist high. Have you seen the fake cannabis stores in Las Vegas? Post a pic and tag us on social media: We’re @CityCastVegas on Twitter and Instagram. And if you’ve thoughts on today’s episode, let us know: call or text us at 702-514-0719. Want some more Las Vegas news, events, and commentary? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter here. Last week, we asked our listeners and newsletter readers to tell us about the biggest tourist scams you’re all seeing in Las Vegas. And overwhelmingly, the number one response was the “fake cannabis” stores on Fremont Street. Yep — despite the green crosses and marijuana leaves all over their signs, none of their products will actually get you high. So how are they getting away with this… and why should locals care if tourists get a little swindled on Fremont Street?


Today on City Cast Las Vegas, lead producer Sonja Cho Swanson talks with Scot Rutledge, a government and regulatory affairs specialist at Argentum Partners — he managed the 2016 campaign to legalize adult-use recreational cannabis. Scot visited one of these “fake cannabis” stores over the weekend and explains how they’re getting away with selling the pre-rolls, gummies, and bud that don’t contain enough THC to get even the most enthusiastic tourist high.


Have you seen the fake cannabis stores in Las Vegas? Post a pic and tag us on social media: We’re @CityCastVegas on Twitter and Instagram. And if you’ve thoughts on today’s episode, let us know: call or text us at 702-514-0719.


Want some more Las Vegas news, events, and commentary? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter here.

]]> 1251 The Arts District’s Best New Places https://lasvegas.citycast.fm/ No place in Las Vegas has changed more in the past few years than the Arts District downtown. Over the course of the pandemic, as businesses all over town closed their doors, a few brave locals launched their own small businesses in the Arts District — and they’ve thrived. Our hosts Vogue Robinson and lifelong downtowner Dayvid Figler take you on their tour through the newest places on and around Main St. You’ll hear about Dayvid’s favorite coffee joints, Vogue’s newest favorite gift shop, and also their discussion on how the neighborhood has changed for the better and maybe even the worse. Learn something new about our city? Give us a follow on social media for even more Vegas content! We’re @CityCastVegas on Twitter and Instagram. You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719. For more Las Vegas goings-on-about-town, do yourself a huge favor and sign up for our newsletter here — it arrives fresh in your inbox every morning at 6 a.m. You can thank us later. Mon, 27 Mar 2023 13:00:00 -0000 The Arts District’s Best New Places full City Cast No place in Las Vegas has changed more in the past few years than the Arts District downtown. Over the course of the pandemic, as businesses all over town closed their doors, a few brave locals launched their own small businesses in the Arts District — and they’ve thrived. Our hosts Vogue Robinson and lifelong downtowner Dayvid Figler take you on their tour through the newest places on and around Main St. You’ll hear about Dayvid’s favorite coffee joints, Vogue’s newest favorite gift shop, and also their discussion on how the neighborhood has changed for the better and maybe even the worse. Learn something new about our city? Give us a follow on social media for even more Vegas content! We’re @CityCastVegas on Twitter and Instagram. You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719. For more Las Vegas goings-on-about-town, do yourself a huge favor and sign up for our newsletter here — it arrives fresh in your inbox every morning at 6 a.m. You can thank us later. No place in Las Vegas has changed more in the past few years than the Arts District downtown. Over the course of the pandemic, as businesses all over town closed their doors, a few brave locals launched their own small businesses in the Arts District — and they’ve thrived. Our hosts Vogue Robinson and lifelong downtowner Dayvid Figler take you on their tour through the newest places on and around Main St. You’ll hear about Dayvid’s favorite coffee joints, Vogue’s newest favorite gift shop, and also their discussion on how the neighborhood has changed for the better and maybe even the worse.


Learn something new about our city? Give us a follow on social media for even more Vegas content! We’re @CityCastVegas on Twitter and Instagram.


You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719.


For more Las Vegas goings-on-about-town, do yourself a huge favor and sign up for our newsletter here — it arrives fresh in your inbox every morning at 6 a.m. You can thank us later.

]]> 1390 The Monument Announcement, Tesla Tunnels’ Expansion, and Our Dream Airport https://lasvegas.citycast.fm/ Some long awaited news finally came down the federal pipeline to Nevada: Avi Kwa Ame, the sacred land to Indigenous communities, has officially been declared a national monument. On Tuesday, Biden protected over 500,000 acres of land in Clark County. Co-host Vogue Robinson and producers Sonja Cho Swanson and Layla Muhammad recap the efforts from multiple groups and discuss Governor Lombardo’s critical remarks. Also, Elon Musk’s Boring Company submits plans for an expanded Vegas Loop (hey, if it goes bust, we can always turn it into a giant Slip ‘N Slide). And last but not least, the team dreams up a very Vegas airport. How would you make the airport feel more Vegas? Let us know in a voicemail at 702-514-0719. You can also join the conversation on social media by following us @CityCastVegas on Twitter and Instagram.  Stay current and stay engaged with all things Vegas by signing up for our brilliant morning newsletter here — it’s the best thing in your inbox at 6 a.m. Fri, 24 Mar 2023 13:00:00 -0000 The Monument Announcement, Tesla Tunnels’ Expansion, and Our Dream Airport full City Cast Some long awaited news finally came down the federal pipeline to Nevada: Avi Kwa Ame, the sacred land to Indigenous communities, has officially been declared a national monument. On Tuesday, Biden protected over 500,000 acres of land in Clark County. Co-host Vogue Robinson and producers Sonja Cho Swanson and Layla Muhammad recap the efforts from multiple groups and discuss Governor Lombardo’s critical remarks. Also, Elon Musk’s Boring Company submits plans for an expanded Vegas Loop (hey, if it goes bust, we can always turn it into a giant Slip ‘N Slide). And last but not least, the team dreams up a very Vegas airport. How would you make the airport feel more Vegas? Let us know in a voicemail at 702-514-0719. You can also join the conversation on social media by following us @CityCastVegas on Twitter and Instagram.  Stay current and stay engaged with all things Vegas by signing up for our brilliant morning newsletter here — it’s the best thing in your inbox at 6 a.m. Some long awaited news finally came down the federal pipeline to Nevada: Avi Kwa Ame, the sacred land to Indigenous communities, has officially been declared a national monument. On Tuesday, Biden protected over 500,000 acres of land in Clark County. Co-host Vogue Robinson and producers Sonja Cho Swanson and Layla Muhammad recap the efforts from multiple groups and discuss Governor Lombardo’s critical remarks. Also, Elon Musk’s Boring Company submits plans for an expanded Vegas Loop (hey, if it goes bust, we can always turn it into a giant Slip ‘N Slide). And last but not least, the team dreams up a very Vegas airport.


How would you make the airport feel more Vegas? Let us know in a voicemail at 702-514-0719. You can also join the conversation on social media by following us @CityCastVegas on Twitter and Instagram. 


Stay current and stay engaged with all things Vegas by signing up for our brilliant morning newsletter here — it’s the best thing in your inbox at 6 a.m.

]]> 1504 The Evolution of Cheap Eats in Vegas https://lasvegas.citycast.fm The days of the dirt-cheap buffet and the 99 cent shrimp cocktail are long gone — and with inflation on the rise, cheap eats are harder to find than ever in Las Vegas. But being on a tight budget doesn’t mean you can’t (or shouldn’t) enjoy a meal out, says contributor Brent Holmes. Today on the podcast, Brent tells co-host Dayvid Figler all about their philosophy on cheap eats, and where to find the best ones in town, from falafel to food markets. A list of the restaurants that Brent and Dayvid discuss: Hot food counters at Marketon, Mariana’s, and Rani’s World Foods Pho Bosa Kitchen Fat Boy Restaurant Daikon Vegan Sushi Gyro Time Ellis Island Village Pub & Cafe Habanero Grill Esmeralda’s Cafe We’ve got them all mapped out for you here. Love what you’re hearing? Keep us with us on social media! Follow us @CityCastVegas on Twitter and Instagram. Want to share your own favorite cheap eats in Vegas? Call or text us at 702-514-0719, or tag us on the social accounts above. For even more Las Vegas news, events, and whip-smart commentary, make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter here. Thu, 23 Mar 2023 13:00:00 -0000 The Evolution of Cheap Eats in Vegas full City Cast The days of the dirt-cheap buffet and the 99 cent shrimp cocktail are long gone — and with inflation on the rise, cheap eats are harder to find than ever in Las Vegas. But being on a tight budget doesn’t mean you can’t (or shouldn’t) enjoy a meal out, says contributor Brent Holmes. Today on the podcast, Brent tells co-host Dayvid Figler all about their philosophy on cheap eats, and where to find the best ones in town, from falafel to food markets. A list of the restaurants that Brent and Dayvid discuss: Hot food counters at Marketon, Mariana’s, and Rani’s World Foods Pho Bosa Kitchen Fat Boy Restaurant Daikon Vegan Sushi Gyro Time Ellis Island Village Pub & Cafe Habanero Grill Esmeralda’s Cafe We’ve got them all mapped out for you here. Love what you’re hearing? Keep us with us on social media! Follow us @CityCastVegas on Twitter and Instagram. Want to share your own favorite cheap eats in Vegas? Call or text us at 702-514-0719, or tag us on the social accounts above. For even more Las Vegas news, events, and whip-smart commentary, make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter here. The days of the dirt-cheap buffet and the 99 cent shrimp cocktail are long gone — and with inflation on the rise, cheap eats are harder to find than ever in Las Vegas. But being on a tight budget doesn’t mean you can’t (or shouldn’t) enjoy a meal out, says contributor Brent Holmes. Today on the podcast, Brent tells co-host Dayvid Figler all about their philosophy on cheap eats, and where to find the best ones in town, from falafel to food markets.


A list of the restaurants that Brent and Dayvid discuss:


We’ve got them all mapped out for you here.


Love what you’re hearing? Keep us with us on social media! Follow us @CityCastVegas on Twitter and Instagram.


Want to share your own favorite cheap eats in Vegas? Call or text us at 702-514-0719, or tag us on the social accounts above.


For even more Las Vegas news, events, and whip-smart commentary, make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter here.

]]> 1114 The Unwritten History of the Strip’s Desegregation https://lasvegas.citycast.fm/ 70 years ago, iconic Black musicians like Sammy Davis Jr. and Harry Belafonte might have graced the stage at Vegas casinos — but wouldn’t be allowed to stay on-site, or walk through the front door (though many pushed back). Despite Las Vegas’s reputation for some freedom from societal norms, segregation was one line in the sand casino operators wouldn’t cross. Why was that? Today on City Cast Las Vegas, co-host Vogue Robinson chats with historian Claytee White, director of UNLV’s Oral History Research Center. She points us back to March 26, 1960, the day the Strip finally agreed to desegregate — and why that agreement was never written down on paper. Did you learn something new from this episode? Have a question for Claytee White? Leave us a voicemail or send us a text at 702-514-0719. You can also find us @CityCastVegas on Twitter and Instagram. For even more Vegas news, history, and goings-on about town, make sure to sign up for our brilliant morning newsletter here. Wed, 22 Mar 2023 13:00:00 -0000 The Unwritten History of the Strip’s Desegregation full City Cast 70 years ago, iconic Black musicians like Sammy Davis Jr. and Harry Belafonte might have graced the stage at Vegas casinos — but wouldn’t be allowed to stay on-site, or walk through the front door (though many pushed back). Despite Las Vegas’s reputation for some freedom from societal norms, segregation was one line in the sand casino operators wouldn’t cross. Why was that? Today on City Cast Las Vegas, co-host Vogue Robinson chats with historian Claytee White, director of UNLV’s Oral History Research Center. She points us back to March 26, 1960, the day the Strip finally agreed to desegregate — and why that agreement was never written down on paper. Did you learn something new from this episode? Have a question for Claytee White? Leave us a voicemail or send us a text at 702-514-0719. You can also find us @CityCastVegas on Twitter and Instagram. For even more Vegas news, history, and goings-on about town, make sure to sign up for our brilliant morning newsletter here. 70 years ago, iconic Black musicians like Sammy Davis Jr. and Harry Belafonte might have graced the stage at Vegas casinos — but wouldn’t be allowed to stay on-site, or walk through the front door (though many pushed back). Despite Las Vegas’s reputation for some freedom from societal norms, segregation was one line in the sand casino operators wouldn’t cross. Why was that? Today on City Cast Las Vegas, co-host Vogue Robinson chats with historian Claytee White, director of UNLV’s Oral History Research Center. She points us back to March 26, 1960, the day the Strip finally agreed to desegregate — and why that agreement was never written down on paper.


Did you learn something new from this episode? Have a question for Claytee White? Leave us a voicemail or send us a text at 702-514-0719. You can also find us @CityCastVegas on Twitter and Instagram.


For even more Vegas news, history, and goings-on about town, make sure to sign up for our brilliant morning newsletter here.

]]> 1272 Wait, the Trash Company Can Foreclose on Your Home? https://lasvegas.citycast.fm In Nevada and 11 other states, an obscure statute allows the trash company to put a lien on your home if you don’t pay your bills. They say it’s because unlike water and gas utilities, they can’t cut off service — they have to keep picking up your trash. But over the course of 2022, Republic Services has doubled their lawsuits, and they’re not saying why. Today, co-host Vogue Robinson chats with Michael “MJ” Lyle, who just wrote a story about a Henderson woman who could lose her home because of 20-year-old unpaid trash bills, and the solutions he sees as an alternative. (Spoiler alert: One of them involves Rihanna.) What’s been your experience with Republic Services? Let us know on socials — we’re @CityCastVegas on Twitter and Instagram — or by leaving us a voicemail at 702-514-0719. Stay in the loop on all things Vegas, from news to events and more: Sign up for our brilliant morning newsletter! Get it right here. Tue, 21 Mar 2023 13:00:00 -0000 Wait, the Trash Company Can Foreclose on Your Home? full City Cast In Nevada and 11 other states, an obscure statute allows the trash company to put a lien on your home if you don’t pay your bills. They say it’s because unlike water and gas utilities, they can’t cut off service — they have to keep picking up your trash. But over the course of 2022, Republic Services has doubled their lawsuits, and they’re not saying why. Today, co-host Vogue Robinson chats with Michael “MJ” Lyle, who just wrote a story about a Henderson woman who could lose her home because of 20-year-old unpaid trash bills, and the solutions he sees as an alternative. (Spoiler alert: One of them involves Rihanna.) What’s been your experience with Republic Services? Let us know on socials — we’re @CityCastVegas on Twitter and Instagram — or by leaving us a voicemail at 702-514-0719. Stay in the loop on all things Vegas, from news to events and more: Sign up for our brilliant morning newsletter! Get it right here. In Nevada and 11 other states, an obscure statute allows the trash company to put a lien on your home if you don’t pay your bills. They say it’s because unlike water and gas utilities, they can’t cut off service — they have to keep picking up your trash. But over the course of 2022, Republic Services has doubled their lawsuits, and they’re not saying why. Today, co-host Vogue Robinson chats with Michael “MJ” Lyle, who just wrote a story about a Henderson woman who could lose her home because of 20-year-old unpaid trash bills, and the solutions he sees as an alternative. (Spoiler alert: One of them involves Rihanna.)


What’s been your experience with Republic Services? Let us know on socials — we’re @CityCastVegas on Twitter and Instagram — or by leaving us a voicemail at 702-514-0719.


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]]> 1045 Are Gambling Influencers Trouble for Casinos? https://lasvegas.citycast.fm If you follow any kind of Vegas news online, the algorithms will inevitably surface  “gambling influencers” on your social media feeds. These are typically accounts that livestream hours and hours of slot play — with millions and millions of views. It’s a new phenomenon, casino industry expert Scott Roeben (AKA Vital Vegas) tells co-host Dayvid Figler. And casinos aren’t quite sure what to do with them — are they helping casinos? What about the influencers dabbling in illegal betting practices, or other questionable legal gray areas? And then there’s the dark side of it all: Are they making problem gambling worse? What’s your take on gambling influencers? Got a favorite gambling influencer? Let us know, and tell us why! Tag us on social media (we’re @CityCastVegas on Twitter and Instagram). And hey, we’ve got another question for you: Have you seen any tourists getting swindled in Vegas? What do you think are the biggest tourist scams in town? Leave us a message at 702-514-0719 — we may play it on a future episode. For more Vegas news, events and commentary (it’ll make you laugh, we promise), sign up for our morning newsletter here. Mon, 20 Mar 2023 13:00:00 -0000 Are Gambling Influencers Trouble for Casinos? full City Cast If you follow any kind of Vegas news online, the algorithms will inevitably surface  “gambling influencers” on your social media feeds. These are typically accounts that livestream hours and hours of slot play — with millions and millions of views. It’s a new phenomenon, casino industry expert Scott Roeben (AKA Vital Vegas) tells co-host Dayvid Figler. And casinos aren’t quite sure what to do with them — are they helping casinos? What about the influencers dabbling in illegal betting practices, or other questionable legal gray areas? And then there’s the dark side of it all: Are they making problem gambling worse? What’s your take on gambling influencers? Got a favorite gambling influencer? Let us know, and tell us why! Tag us on social media (we’re @CityCastVegas on Twitter and Instagram). And hey, we’ve got another question for you: Have you seen any tourists getting swindled in Vegas? What do you think are the biggest tourist scams in town? Leave us a message at 702-514-0719 — we may play it on a future episode. For more Vegas news, events and commentary (it’ll make you laugh, we promise), sign up for our morning newsletter here. If you follow any kind of Vegas news online, the algorithms will inevitably surface 

“gambling influencers” on your social media feeds. These are typically accounts that livestream hours and hours of slot play — with millions and millions of views. It’s a new phenomenon, casino industry expert Scott Roeben (AKA Vital Vegas) tells co-host Dayvid Figler. And casinos aren’t quite sure what to do with them — are they helping casinos? What about the influencers dabbling in illegal betting practices, or other questionable legal gray areas? And then there’s the dark side of it all: Are they making problem gambling worse?


What’s your take on gambling influencers? Got a favorite gambling influencer? Let us know, and tell us why! Tag us on social media (we’re @CityCastVegas on Twitter and Instagram).


And hey, we’ve got another question for you: Have you seen any tourists getting swindled in Vegas? What do you think are the biggest tourist scams in town? Leave us a message at 702-514-0719 — we may play it on a future episode.


For more Vegas news, events and commentary (it’ll make you laugh, we promise), sign up for our morning newsletter here.

]]> 1434 A Registry for Animal Abusers, Death with Dignity, and Biden’s Visit https://lasvegas.citycast.fm/ Should animal abusers be put on a publicly-available registry, much like sex offenders are? That’s what one bill recently proposed in the legislature wants to do — but as always, we’ve got some hot takes on that proposal. Today on City Cast Las Vegas, co-host Dayvid Figler sits down with producer Layla Muhammad and Nevada Current reporter April Corbin to talk about the week of news. After discussing the animal abuse bill, we tackle another tough topic: A bill that would legalize physician-assisted death for terminally ill patients — and all the complications involved. Last but not least, anyone who attempted to hit the highways on Wednesday knows that President Biden came to town. So why did he discuss healthcare… and not Avi Kwa Ame? What are your thoughts on the proposed registry of animal abusers? Let us know by leaving a voicemail or sending us a text message at 702-514-0719. You can also comment on social media — we’re @CityCastVegas on Twitter and Instagram. Want to stay even more in the know on Las Vegas news, events, and more? Make sure to sign up for our brilliant morning newsletter here. Fri, 17 Mar 2023 13:00:00 -0000 A Registry for Animal Abusers, Death with Dignity, and Biden’s Visit full City Cast Should animal abusers be put on a publicly-available registry, much like sex offenders are? That’s what one bill recently proposed in the legislature wants to do — but as always, we’ve got some hot takes on that proposal. Today on City Cast Las Vegas, co-host Dayvid Figler sits down with producer Layla Muhammad and Nevada Current reporter April Corbin to talk about the week of news. After discussing the animal abuse bill, we tackle another tough topic: A bill that would legalize physician-assisted death for terminally ill patients — and all the complications involved. Last but not least, anyone who attempted to hit the highways on Wednesday knows that President Biden came to town. So why did he discuss healthcare… and not Avi Kwa Ame? What are your thoughts on the proposed registry of animal abusers? Let us know by leaving a voicemail or sending us a text message at 702-514-0719. You can also comment on social media — we’re @CityCastVegas on Twitter and Instagram. Want to stay even more in the know on Las Vegas news, events, and more? Make sure to sign up for our brilliant morning newsletter here. Should animal abusers be put on a publicly-available registry, much like sex offenders are? That’s what one bill recently proposed in the legislature wants to do — but as always, we’ve got some hot takes on that proposal. Today on City Cast Las Vegas, co-host Dayvid Figler sits down with producer Layla Muhammad and Nevada Current reporter April Corbin to talk about the week of news. After discussing the animal abuse bill, we tackle another tough topic: A bill that would legalize physician-assisted death for terminally ill patients — and all the complications involved. Last but not least, anyone who attempted to hit the highways on Wednesday knows that President Biden came to town. So why did he discuss healthcare… and not Avi Kwa Ame?


What are your thoughts on the proposed registry of animal abusers? Let us know by leaving a voicemail or sending us a text message at 702-514-0719. You can also comment on social media — we’re @CityCastVegas on Twitter and Instagram.


Want to stay even more in the know on Las Vegas news, events, and more? Make sure to sign up for our brilliant morning newsletter here.

]]> 1924 How Vegas Perfected the Boozy Party Brunch https://lasvegas.citycast.fm/ As Vegas creeps towards warmer weather, we find ourselves in the perfect season for brunch. But this is the entertainment capital of the world, so we can’t just brunch — in this city we turn every occasion into a party. The Review Journal’s restaurant reporter Johnathan Wright and co-host Vogue Robinson share their thoughts on the “party brunch,” how brunch culture has taken a turn, and their favorite spots in Vegas. Did we miss your favorite spot? Let us know in a voicemail at 702-514-0719. Or let us know your best party brunch experience on social media @CityCastVegas on Twitter and Instagram. For more food news and recs, be sure to sign up here for our deliciously curated morning newsletter.  Thu, 16 Mar 2023 13:00:00 -0000 How Vegas Perfected the Boozy Party Brunch full City Cast As Vegas creeps towards warmer weather, we find ourselves in the perfect season for brunch. But this is the entertainment capital of the world, so we can’t just brunch — in this city we turn every occasion into a party. The Review Journal’s restaurant reporter Johnathan Wright and co-host Vogue Robinson share their thoughts on the “party brunch,” how brunch culture has taken a turn, and their favorite spots in Vegas. Did we miss your favorite spot? Let us know in a voicemail at 702-514-0719. Or let us know your best party brunch experience on social media @CityCastVegas on Twitter and Instagram. For more food news and recs, be sure to sign up here for our deliciously curated morning newsletter.  As Vegas creeps towards warmer weather, we find ourselves in the perfect season for brunch. But this is the entertainment capital of the world, so we can’t just brunch — in this city we turn every occasion into a party. The Review Journal’s restaurant reporter Johnathan Wright and co-host Vogue Robinson share their thoughts on the “party brunch,” how brunch culture has taken a turn, and their favorite spots in Vegas.


Did we miss your favorite spot? Let us know in a voicemail at 702-514-0719. Or let us know your best party brunch experience on social media @CityCastVegas on Twitter and Instagram.


For more food news and recs, be sure to sign up here for our deliciously curated morning newsletter. 

]]> 1283 Will The Beverly Succeed Where Village Square Failed? https://lasvegas.citycast.fm/ On the heels of the February closure of Village Square, the one movie theater in town that would regularly play indie films, a new theater opened its doors: The Beverly is a glamorous, brand-new construction with top-of-the-line tech. It’s also privately-funded by noted Vegas philanthropist Bev Rogers. So where Village Square failed, can the Beverly succeed? Founding creative director Kip Kelly thinks so. He tells co-host Dayvid Figler how “event-izing,” quirky curatorial picks like “Leprechaun 3,” and catering to our 2.3 million locals (and not our 42 million visitors) is all part of the plan. What do you want to see at the Beverly? Got an indie film or cult favorite that you’re hoping they’ll screen? Comment on socials (we’re @CityCastVegas on Twitter and Instagram) or leave us a voicemail at 702-514-0719. To stay in the loop on all things Vegas, sign up for our brilliant morning newsletter here. You’ll get a delightfully-curated selection of news, events, and musings about our city, fresh in your inbox every day at 6 a.m. Wed, 15 Mar 2023 13:00:00 -0000 Will The Beverly Succeed Where Village Square Failed? full City Cast On the heels of the February closure of Village Square, the one movie theater in town that would regularly play indie films, a new theater opened its doors: The Beverly is a glamorous, brand-new construction with top-of-the-line tech. It’s also privately-funded by noted Vegas philanthropist Bev Rogers. So where Village Square failed, can the Beverly succeed? Founding creative director Kip Kelly thinks so. He tells co-host Dayvid Figler how “event-izing,” quirky curatorial picks like “Leprechaun 3,” and catering to our 2.3 million locals (and not our 42 million visitors) is all part of the plan. What do you want to see at the Beverly? Got an indie film or cult favorite that you’re hoping they’ll screen? Comment on socials (we’re @CityCastVegas on Twitter and Instagram) or leave us a voicemail at 702-514-0719. To stay in the loop on all things Vegas, sign up for our brilliant morning newsletter here. You’ll get a delightfully-curated selection of news, events, and musings about our city, fresh in your inbox every day at 6 a.m. On the heels of the February closure of Village Square, the one movie theater in town that would regularly play indie films, a new theater opened its doors: The Beverly is a glamorous, brand-new construction with top-of-the-line tech. It’s also privately-funded by noted Vegas philanthropist Bev Rogers. So where Village Square failed, can the Beverly succeed? Founding creative director Kip Kelly thinks so. He tells co-host Dayvid Figler how “event-izing,” quirky curatorial picks like “Leprechaun 3,” and catering to our 2.3 million locals (and not our 42 million visitors) is all part of the plan.


What do you want to see at the Beverly? Got an indie film or cult favorite that you’re hoping they’ll screen? Comment on socials (we’re @CityCastVegas on Twitter and Instagram) or leave us a voicemail at 702-514-0719.


To stay in the loop on all things Vegas, sign up for our brilliant morning newsletter here. You’ll get a delightfully-curated selection of news, events, and musings about our city, fresh in your inbox every day at 6 a.m.

]]> 1302 A Stargazer’s Guide to Las Vegas https://lasvegas.citycast.fm Yes, Las Vegas lights are visible from space and yes, you aren’t going to see much of the night sky from the middle of town. But, as David Blanchette, vice president of special events at the Las Vegas Astronomical Society, tells co-host Dayvid Figler, the open desert just beyond the light dome of our city is a fantastic place to view the night sky. He spills the beans on some great out-of-the-way spots to stargaze, and explains how humidity in the air and proteins in the human eye can change your viewing experience. David and Dayvid also touch on the new development out at Red Rock Canyon, and how a simple change in light fixtures could help cut back on light pollution. Don’t miss the LV Astronomical Society’s next community event on March 25th. Do you have a special spot to go look up at the stars? More tips for getting a good night sky show? Let us know on socials (we’re @CityCastVegas on Twitter and Instagram), or leave us a voicemail or a text at 702-514-0719. We love getting your feedback, so fire away! For more on the latest, greatest, and sometimes irate-est goings-on in Las Vegas, make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter here. It’s the best thing in your inbox at 6 a.m. daily! Tue, 14 Mar 2023 13:00:00 -0000 A Stargazer’s Guide to Las Vegas full City Cast Yes, Las Vegas lights are visible from space and yes, you aren’t going to see much of the night sky from the middle of town. But, as David Blanchette, vice president of special events at the Las Vegas Astronomical Society, tells co-host Dayvid Figler, the open desert just beyond the light dome of our city is a fantastic place to view the night sky. He spills the beans on some great out-of-the-way spots to stargaze, and explains how humidity in the air and proteins in the human eye can change your viewing experience. David and Dayvid also touch on the new development out at Red Rock Canyon, and how a simple change in light fixtures could help cut back on light pollution. Don’t miss the LV Astronomical Society’s next community event on March 25th. Do you have a special spot to go look up at the stars? More tips for getting a good night sky show? Let us know on socials (we’re @CityCastVegas on Twitter and Instagram), or leave us a voicemail or a text at 702-514-0719. We love getting your feedback, so fire away! For more on the latest, greatest, and sometimes irate-est goings-on in Las Vegas, make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter here. It’s the best thing in your inbox at 6 a.m. daily! Yes, Las Vegas lights are visible from space and yes, you aren’t going to see much of the night sky from the middle of town. But, as David Blanchette, vice president of special events at the Las Vegas Astronomical Society, tells co-host Dayvid Figler, the open desert just beyond the light dome of our city is a fantastic place to view the night sky. He spills the beans on some great out-of-the-way spots to stargaze, and explains how humidity in the air and proteins in the human eye can change your viewing experience. David and Dayvid also touch on the new development out at Red Rock Canyon, and how a simple change in light fixtures could help cut back on light pollution.


Don’t miss the LV Astronomical Society’s next community event on March 25th.


Do you have a special spot to go look up at the stars? More tips for getting a good night sky show? Let us know on socials (we’re @CityCastVegas on Twitter and Instagram), or leave us a voicemail or a text at 702-514-0719. We love getting your feedback, so fire away!


For more on the latest, greatest, and sometimes irate-est goings-on in Las Vegas, make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter here. It’s the best thing in your inbox at 6 a.m. daily!

]]> 1021 Why a Tortoise Decides When Spring Starts in Vegas https://lasvegas.citycast.fm/ Mojave Max is Las Vegas’s most elusive celebrity… literally. Like all desert tortoises, he spends 95% of his life underground. But as every Vegas schoolchild knows, the day that Mojave Max emerges from his winter brumation (that’s the reptilian version of hibernation), spring officially begins. Today on City Cast Las Vegas, as we await Mojave Max’s return, we’re bringing back a favorite conversation from last spring: Co-host Dayvid Figler sits down with Audrie Locke from the Clark County Desert Conservation Program to talk about how Mojave Max came to be, why you should never pick up a tortoise (spoiler: they’ll pee on you), and why these hard-shelled friends are surprisingly fragile, much like our desert ecosystem. Have you ever guessed Mojave Max’s emergence correctly? You’ve got bragging rights: Let us know by calling us at 702-514-0719, or commenting on socials: We’re @CityCastVegas on Twitter and Instagram. For more on the latest and greatest in Vegas news, arts, and culture, be sure to sign up for our brilliant morning newsletter, right here. Mon, 13 Mar 2023 13:00:00 -0000 Why a Tortoise Decides When Spring Starts in Vegas full City Cast Mojave Max is Las Vegas’s most elusive celebrity… literally. Like all desert tortoises, he spends 95% of his life underground. But as every Vegas schoolchild knows, the day that Mojave Max emerges from his winter brumation (that’s the reptilian version of hibernation), spring officially begins. Today on City Cast Las Vegas, as we await Mojave Max’s return, we’re bringing back a favorite conversation from last spring: Co-host Dayvid Figler sits down with Audrie Locke from the Clark County Desert Conservation Program to talk about how Mojave Max came to be, why you should never pick up a tortoise (spoiler: they’ll pee on you), and why these hard-shelled friends are surprisingly fragile, much like our desert ecosystem. Have you ever guessed Mojave Max’s emergence correctly? You’ve got bragging rights: Let us know by calling us at 702-514-0719, or commenting on socials: We’re @CityCastVegas on Twitter and Instagram. For more on the latest and greatest in Vegas news, arts, and culture, be sure to sign up for our brilliant morning newsletter, right here. Mojave Max is Las Vegas’s most elusive celebrity… literally. Like all desert tortoises, he spends 95% of his life underground. But as every Vegas schoolchild knows, the day that Mojave Max emerges from his winter brumation (that’s the reptilian version of hibernation), spring officially begins. Today on City Cast Las Vegas, as we await Mojave Max’s return, we’re bringing back a favorite conversation from last spring: Co-host Dayvid Figler sits down with Audrie Locke from the Clark County Desert Conservation Program to talk about how Mojave Max came to be, why you should never pick up a tortoise (spoiler: they’ll pee on you), and why these hard-shelled friends are surprisingly fragile, much like our desert ecosystem.


Have you ever guessed Mojave Max’s emergence correctly? You’ve got bragging rights: Let us know by calling us at 702-514-0719, or commenting on socials: We’re @CityCastVegas on Twitter and Instagram.


For more on the latest and greatest in Vegas news, arts, and culture, be sure to sign up for our brilliant morning newsletter, right here.

]]> 1107 Jungle Palace For Sale, Kids Who Vape and New Craft Beer Legislation https://lasvegas.citycast.fm/ Vegas icons Siegfried and Roy’s massive jungle-theme palace has been put up for sale for $3 million. Does this signify the end to the over the top, kitschy Vegas era that the late performers made their mark on? Also, CCSD takes on the fight against vaping in a lawsuit against e-cigarette maker Juul and a new proposed bill sparks debate between craft beer breweries and distributors. Co-hosts Vogue Robinson and Dayvid Figler discuss with newsletter editor Scott Dickensheets for this week’s Friday news roundup. What do you think of the new Vegas design trends? Missing the OTT era or loving the lean towards minimalism? Let us know on social media @CityCastVegas on Twitter and Instagram. And if you have some really strong feelings go ahead and rant it in a voicemail at 702-514-0719! Make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter here for more Dickensheetsian wit and humor in your inbox.  Fri, 10 Mar 2023 14:00:00 -0000 Jungle Palace For Sale, Kids Who Vape and New Craft Beer Legislation full City Cast Vegas icons Siegfried and Roy’s massive jungle-theme palace has been put up for sale for $3 million. Does this signify the end to the over the top, kitschy Vegas era that the late performers made their mark on? Also, CCSD takes on the fight against vaping in a lawsuit against e-cigarette maker Juul and a new proposed bill sparks debate between craft beer breweries and distributors. Co-hosts Vogue Robinson and Dayvid Figler discuss with newsletter editor Scott Dickensheets for this week’s Friday news roundup. What do you think of the new Vegas design trends? Missing the OTT era or loving the lean towards minimalism? Let us know on social media @CityCastVegas on Twitter and Instagram. And if you have some really strong feelings go ahead and rant it in a voicemail at 702-514-0719! Make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter here for more Dickensheetsian wit and humor in your inbox.  Vegas icons Siegfried and Roy’s massive jungle-theme palace has been put up for sale for $3 million. Does this signify the end to the over the top, kitschy Vegas era that the late performers made their mark on? Also, CCSD takes on the fight against vaping in a lawsuit against e-cigarette maker Juul and a new proposed bill sparks debate between craft beer breweries and distributors. Co-hosts Vogue Robinson and Dayvid Figler discuss with newsletter editor Scott Dickensheets for this week’s Friday news roundup.


What do you think of the new Vegas design trends? Missing the OTT era or loving the lean towards minimalism? Let us know on social media @CityCastVegas on Twitter and Instagram. And if you have some really strong feelings go ahead and rant it in a voicemail at 702-514-0719!


Make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter here for more Dickensheetsian wit and humor in your inbox. 

]]> 1452 Can NV Pass These “Bare Minimum” Mental Health Bills? https://lasvegas.citycast.fm We’re “Mariana Trench” deep when it comes to the state of mental health in Nevada, Dr. Jim Jobin, psychotherapist and co-host of PodTherapy, tells CCLV co-host Dayvid Figler. That might sound like hyperbole, but it’s backed up with data: Nevada ranks 51st in the nation for access to mental health. But why? Why is it so hard for us keep providers in the state, and how do our current insurance laws make it harder to get care? Can any of the bills currently being debated in our legislature do anything about it? We take notes so you don’t have to! Here are the bills that Dr. Jim mentions: SB 119 - Allows for continuing coverage of telehealth AB 138 - Provides Medicaid coverage for integrated behavioral healthcare SB 177 - Allows Medicaid to cover stronger meds for psychiatric medication, like antipsychotics AB 69 - Expands student loan forgiveness to increase the number of mental health providers SB 146 - As initially proposed: An “any willing provider” law, basically to require insurance companies to accept otherwise qualified healthcare providers into their system. What other proposals are you curious about this legislative session? Let us know in a text or voicemail at 702-514-0719. We’re also on social media! Follow us @CityCastVegas on Twitter and Instagram. Keep up with all the happenings in Carson City by signing up for our morning newsletter here.  Thu, 09 Mar 2023 14:00:00 -0000 Can NV Pass These “Bare Minimum” Mental Health Bills? full City Cast We’re “Mariana Trench” deep when it comes to the state of mental health in Nevada, Dr. Jim Jobin, psychotherapist and co-host of PodTherapy, tells CCLV co-host Dayvid Figler. That might sound like hyperbole, but it’s backed up with data: Nevada ranks 51st in the nation for access to mental health. But why? Why is it so hard for us keep providers in the state, and how do our current insurance laws make it harder to get care? Can any of the bills currently being debated in our legislature do anything about it? We take notes so you don’t have to! Here are the bills that Dr. Jim mentions: SB 119 - Allows for continuing coverage of telehealth AB 138 - Provides Medicaid coverage for integrated behavioral healthcare SB 177 - Allows Medicaid to cover stronger meds for psychiatric medication, like antipsychotics AB 69 - Expands student loan forgiveness to increase the number of mental health providers SB 146 - As initially proposed: An “any willing provider” law, basically to require insurance companies to accept otherwise qualified healthcare providers into their system. What other proposals are you curious about this legislative session? Let us know in a text or voicemail at 702-514-0719. We’re also on social media! Follow us @CityCastVegas on Twitter and Instagram. Keep up with all the happenings in Carson City by signing up for our morning newsletter here.  We’re “Mariana Trench” deep when it comes to the state of mental health in Nevada, Dr. Jim Jobin, psychotherapist and co-host of PodTherapy, tells CCLV co-host Dayvid Figler. That might sound like hyperbole, but it’s backed up with data: Nevada ranks 51st in the nation for access to mental health. But why? Why is it so hard for us keep providers in the state, and how do our current insurance laws make it harder to get care? Can any of the bills currently being debated in our legislature do anything about it?


We take notes so you don’t have to! Here are the bills that Dr. Jim mentions:

SB 119 - Allows for continuing coverage of telehealth

AB 138 - Provides Medicaid coverage for integrated behavioral healthcare

SB 177 - Allows Medicaid to cover stronger meds for psychiatric medication, like antipsychotics

AB 69 - Expands student loan forgiveness to increase the number of mental health providers

SB 146 - As initially proposed: An “any willing provider” law, basically to require insurance companies to accept otherwise qualified healthcare providers into their system.


What other proposals are you curious about this legislative session? Let us know in a text or voicemail at 702-514-0719. We’re also on social media! Follow us @CityCastVegas on Twitter and Instagram.


Keep up with all the happenings in Carson City by signing up for our morning newsletter here. 

]]> 1448 Why is it So Hard to Write About Las Vegas? https://lasvegas.citycast.fm Las Vegas is one of the most well-known destinations in the world, yet the best known works about the city are mainly from visitors who don’t always get things right. Co-Hosts Vogue Robinson and Dayvid Figler are both accomplished writers living in Las Vegas who struggle with biases and expectations about how Las Vegas can or should be depicted. At this very special live taping at the brand new Beverly Theater, Vogue and Dayvid sit down with accomplished Las Vegas-based writers Kim Foster and Veeda Bybee in front of an engaged, live audience, to discuss the balance between being protective of your home town but also writing true, intriguing accounts of a city as unique as Las Vegas. Kim and Veeda also discuss pushback in presenting Las Vegas stories to editors and publishers and making sure Las Vegas is given its fair due. Want to hear the full panel plus audience Q&A? Find that on YouTube here: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCyfahv7ApjAVGufMbFlHP5A Let us know what you’d like to hear at a live City Cast Las Vegas panel! Send us a message @CityCastVegas on Twitterand Instagram. You can also send us a voicemail or text at 702-514-0719. Make sure to sign up for our always entertaining morning newsletter here for more Vegas insights and hot takes.  Wed, 08 Mar 2023 14:00:00 -0000 Why is it So Hard to Write About Las Vegas? full City Cast Las Vegas is one of the most well-known destinations in the world, yet the best known works about the city are mainly from visitors who don’t always get things right. Co-Hosts Vogue Robinson and Dayvid Figler are both accomplished writers living in Las Vegas who struggle with biases and expectations about how Las Vegas can or should be depicted. At this very special live taping at the brand new Beverly Theater, Vogue and Dayvid sit down with accomplished Las Vegas-based writers Kim Foster and Veeda Bybee in front of an engaged, live audience, to discuss the balance between being protective of your home town but also writing true, intriguing accounts of a city as unique as Las Vegas. Kim and Veeda also discuss pushback in presenting Las Vegas stories to editors and publishers and making sure Las Vegas is given its fair due. Want to hear the full panel plus audience Q&A? Find that on YouTube here: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCyfahv7ApjAVGufMbFlHP5A Let us know what you’d like to hear at a live City Cast Las Vegas panel! Send us a message @CityCastVegas on Twitterand Instagram. You can also send us a voicemail or text at 702-514-0719. Make sure to sign up for our always entertaining morning newsletter here for more Vegas insights and hot takes.  Las Vegas is one of the most well-known destinations in the world, yet the best known works about the city are mainly from visitors who don’t always get things right. Co-Hosts Vogue Robinson and Dayvid Figler are both accomplished writers living in Las Vegas who struggle with biases and expectations about how Las Vegas can or should be depicted. At this very special live taping at the brand new Beverly Theater, Vogue and Dayvid sit down with accomplished Las Vegas-based writers Kim Foster and Veeda Bybee in front of an engaged, live audience, to discuss the balance between being protective of your home town but also writing true, intriguing accounts of a city as unique as Las Vegas. Kim and Veeda also discuss pushback in presenting Las Vegas stories to editors and publishers and making sure Las Vegas is given its fair due.


Want to hear the full panel plus audience Q&A? Find that on YouTube here: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCyfahv7ApjAVGufMbFlHP5A


Let us know what you’d like to hear at a live City Cast Las Vegas panel! Send us a message @CityCastVegas on Twitterand Instagram. You can also send us a voicemail or text at 702-514-0719.


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]]> 1603 Inside the Competitive Beard Scene in Vegas https://lasvegas.citycast.fm/ Did y’all know that the four-time national goatee championship winner lives in Las Vegas? Patrick Dawson settled in Vegas and co-founded the Sin City Beard Coalition with his wife, Lori Fries — and as it turns out, Lori is a bit of a beard aficionado herself. In beard and mustache competitions, “whiskerinas” are an entire category of creative beard-ing for the biologically whiskerless (Lori once made a beard out of Barbie heads). Today on City Cast Las Vegas, co-host Dayvid Figler dives into the world of competitive facial hair, the charity causes they support, and what it takes to care for an award-winning beard in our hot, dry desert climate. Interested in seeing more, or even competing yourself? You’re in luck! The Sin City Beard Coalition is hosting the Battle Born Beard and Mustache Competition on Saturday, March 25th. All proceeds will go to support the Pediatric Brain Tumor Foundation and Extreme Couture, a veterans’ organization. Learn more at beard.vegas. Do you have a niche hobby you’d like to tell us about? Or a beard-grooming tip for Vegas? Post a pic of your hobby (or magnificent facial hair) and tag us on socials: We’re @CityCastVegas on Twitter and Instagram. You can leave us a voicemail or text us at 702-514-0719. Looking for even more in-the-know Vegas chatter, news, and events? Sign up for our brilliant morning newsletter here. Tue, 07 Mar 2023 14:00:00 -0000 Inside the Competitive Beard Scene in Vegas full City Cast Did y’all know that the four-time national goatee championship winner lives in Las Vegas? Patrick Dawson settled in Vegas and co-founded the Sin City Beard Coalition with his wife, Lori Fries — and as it turns out, Lori is a bit of a beard aficionado herself. In beard and mustache competitions, “whiskerinas” are an entire category of creative beard-ing for the biologically whiskerless (Lori once made a beard out of Barbie heads). Today on City Cast Las Vegas, co-host Dayvid Figler dives into the world of competitive facial hair, the charity causes they support, and what it takes to care for an award-winning beard in our hot, dry desert climate. Interested in seeing more, or even competing yourself? You’re in luck! The Sin City Beard Coalition is hosting the Battle Born Beard and Mustache Competition on Saturday, March 25th. All proceeds will go to support the Pediatric Brain Tumor Foundation and Extreme Couture, a veterans’ organization. Learn more at beard.vegas. Do you have a niche hobby you’d like to tell us about? Or a beard-grooming tip for Vegas? Post a pic of your hobby (or magnificent facial hair) and tag us on socials: We’re @CityCastVegas on Twitter and Instagram. You can leave us a voicemail or text us at 702-514-0719. Looking for even more in-the-know Vegas chatter, news, and events? Sign up for our brilliant morning newsletter here. Did y’all know that the four-time national goatee championship winner lives in Las Vegas? Patrick Dawson settled in Vegas and co-founded the Sin City Beard Coalition with his wife, Lori Fries — and as it turns out, Lori is a bit of a beard aficionado herself. In beard and mustache competitions, “whiskerinas” are an entire category of creative beard-ing for the biologically whiskerless (Lori once made a beard out of Barbie heads). Today on City Cast Las Vegas, co-host Dayvid Figler dives into the world of competitive facial hair, the charity causes they support, and what it takes to care for an award-winning beard in our hot, dry desert climate.


Interested in seeing more, or even competing yourself? You’re in luck! The Sin City Beard Coalition is hosting the Battle Born Beard and Mustache Competition on Saturday, March 25th. All proceeds will go to support the Pediatric Brain Tumor Foundation and Extreme Couture, a veterans’ organization. Learn more at beard.vegas.


Do you have a niche hobby you’d like to tell us about? Or a beard-grooming tip for Vegas? Post a pic of your hobby (or magnificent facial hair) and tag us on socials: We’re @CityCastVegas on Twitter and Instagram. You can leave us a voicemail or text us at 702-514-0719.


Looking for even more in-the-know Vegas chatter, news, and events? Sign up for our brilliant morning newsletter here.

]]> 1216 Invasion of the Redclaw Crayfish https://lasvegas.citycast.fm/ It seems someone dropped Australian redclaw crayfish into the Wetlands Park, and that’s bad news for the native fish. They’re currently contained in a couple of ponds, and the Nevada Department of Wildlife is trying to remove them before they spread. Agency spokesman Doug Nielsen explains to co-host Vogue Robinson the danger they pose to the local environment, and how we can prevent this in the future. Did you learn something new today? So did we! Keep up with us on social media @CityCastVegas on Twitter and Instagram. You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719. You can also learn something new about Las Vegas everyday in our morning newsletter! Sign up here to be one step closer to becoming a Vegas expert.  Mon, 06 Mar 2023 14:00:00 -0000 Invasion of the Redclaw Crayfish full City Cast It seems someone dropped Australian redclaw crayfish into the Wetlands Park, and that’s bad news for the native fish. They’re currently contained in a couple of ponds, and the Nevada Department of Wildlife is trying to remove them before they spread. Agency spokesman Doug Nielsen explains to co-host Vogue Robinson the danger they pose to the local environment, and how we can prevent this in the future. Did you learn something new today? So did we! Keep up with us on social media @CityCastVegas on Twitter and Instagram. You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719. You can also learn something new about Las Vegas everyday in our morning newsletter! Sign up here to be one step closer to becoming a Vegas expert.  It seems someone dropped Australian redclaw crayfish into the Wetlands Park, and that’s bad news for the native fish. They’re currently contained in a couple of ponds, and the Nevada Department of Wildlife is trying to remove them before they spread. Agency spokesman Doug Nielsen explains to co-host Vogue Robinson the danger they pose to the local environment, and how we can prevent this in the future.


Did you learn something new today? So did we! Keep up with us on social media @CityCastVegas on Twitter and Instagram. You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719.


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]]> 1188 Marathon Madness, Rio Re-do, and a Telles Trial Twist Co-host Dayvid Figler leads our Friday news round up with producer Layla Muhammad and publisher of thelist.vegas, Andrew Kiraly. They unpack major plans to bring the Rio Hotel and Casino back to life, a surprising turn of events in the trial of Robert Telles, and the impact of the Rock N Roll Marathon on Las Vegans. Don’t forget: Come see City Cast Las Vegas live at the opening of The Beverly Theater this Saturday at 1 p.m.! Event details here.  Should Vegas make the Strip a pedestrian walkway? Let us know your thoughts on social media! Follow us @CityCastVegas on Twitter and Instagram.  What will you miss about the OG Rio hotel and casino? You can call or text us at 702-514-0719. Want some more Las Vegas news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter here.  Fri, 03 Mar 2023 14:00:00 -0000 Marathon Madness, Rio Re-do, and a Telles Trial Twist full City Cast Co-host Dayvid Figler leads our Friday news round up with producer Layla Muhammad and publisher of thelist.vegas, Andrew Kiraly. They unpack major plans to bring the Rio Hotel and Casino back to life, a surprising turn of events in the trial of Robert Telles, and the impact of the Rock N Roll Marathon on Las Vegans. Don’t forget: Come see City Cast Las Vegas live at the opening of The Beverly Theater this Saturday at 1 p.m.! Event details here.  Should Vegas make the Strip a pedestrian walkway? Let us know your thoughts on social media! Follow us @CityCastVegas on Twitter and Instagram.  What will you miss about the OG Rio hotel and casino? You can call or text us at 702-514-0719. Want some more Las Vegas news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter here.  Co-host Dayvid Figler leads our Friday news round up with producer Layla Muhammad and publisher of thelist.vegas, Andrew Kiraly. They unpack major plans to bring the Rio Hotel and Casino back to life, a surprising turn of events in the trial of Robert Telles, and the impact of the Rock N Roll Marathon on Las Vegans.


Don’t forget: Come see City Cast Las Vegas live at the opening of The Beverly Theater this Saturday at 1 p.m.! Event details here. 


Should Vegas make the Strip a pedestrian walkway? Let us know your thoughts on social media! Follow us @CityCastVegas on Twitter and Instagram. 


What will you miss about the OG Rio hotel and casino? You can call or text us at 702-514-0719.


Want some more Las Vegas news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter here. 

]]> 1766 Do You Know These Vegas History-Makers? https://lasvegas.citycast.fm March is Women’s History Month — and Las Vegas has no shortage of trailblazing women who have helped make our city what it is today. In this conversation originally aired last fall, co-host Vogue Robinson sits down with Su Kim Chung, Head of Public Services in Special Collections and Archives at UNLV, to talk about her shortlist of Las Vegas women. Essentially: If Las Vegas were to have its own Mt. Rushmore of notable ladies, who’d be on it? For more information about the women on Su Kim’s list, click on the links below: Helen Stewart Lubertha Johnson Claudine Williams Carol Harter Margaret Kelly (Miss Bluebell) Don’t forget: Come see City Cast Las Vegas live at the opening of The Beverly Theater this Saturday! Event details here.  We’re on social media! Follow us @CityCastVegas on Twitter and Instagram.  You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719. Want some more Las Vegas news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter here. Thu, 02 Mar 2023 14:00:00 -0000 Do You Know These Vegas History-Makers? full City Cast March is Women’s History Month — and Las Vegas has no shortage of trailblazing women who have helped make our city what it is today. In this conversation originally aired last fall, co-host Vogue Robinson sits down with Su Kim Chung, Head of Public Services in Special Collections and Archives at UNLV, to talk about her shortlist of Las Vegas women. Essentially: If Las Vegas were to have its own Mt. Rushmore of notable ladies, who’d be on it? For more information about the women on Su Kim’s list, click on the links below: Helen Stewart Lubertha Johnson Claudine Williams Carol Harter Margaret Kelly (Miss Bluebell) Don’t forget: Come see City Cast Las Vegas live at the opening of The Beverly Theater this Saturday! Event details here.  We’re on social media! Follow us @CityCastVegas on Twitter and Instagram.  You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719. Want some more Las Vegas news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter here. March is Women’s History Month — and Las Vegas has no shortage of trailblazing women who have helped make our city what it is today. In this conversation originally aired last fall, co-host Vogue Robinson sits down with Su Kim Chung, Head of Public Services in Special Collections and Archives at UNLV, to talk about her shortlist of Las Vegas women. Essentially: If Las Vegas were to have its own Mt. Rushmore of notable ladies, who’d be on it?


For more information about the women on Su Kim’s list, click on the links below:



Don’t forget: Come see City Cast Las Vegas live at the opening of The Beverly Theater this Saturday! Event details here. 


We’re on social media! Follow us @CityCastVegas on Twitter and Instagram. 


You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719.


Want some more Las Vegas news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter here.

]]> 1176 Where to Take Your Enemy in Las Vegas https://lasvegas.citycast.fm/ We all have our list of places to take people in Vegas that we like, but what about those we hate? Whether it’s an ex or that drunk tourist who won’t leave you alone, co-host Dayvid Figler and producers Sonja Cho Swanson and Layla Muhammad are here with their recs for where to go to have the best terrible day in Vegas. Where are you sending your enemy in Las Vegas? Let us know in a voicemail at 702-514-0719. Or send us your terrible day recommendations on social! Follow us @CityCastVegas on Twitter and Instagram.  We’d never recommend anything bad to our readers though, so be sure to sign up for our morning newsletter here for the best Vegas has to offer. Last but not least, we’re excited to let you know about a LIVE event we’re hosting at the Beverly opening weekend this Saturday! Co-hosts Dayvid Figler and Vogue Robinson will interview local authors Kim Foster and Veeda Bybee about what it means to be a local, Las Vegas writer. Come on through: Saturday, March 4th, at 1pm. Find more details here. Wed, 01 Mar 2023 14:00:00 -0000 Where to Take Your Enemy in Las Vegas full City Cast We all have our list of places to take people in Vegas that we like, but what about those we hate? Whether it’s an ex or that drunk tourist who won’t leave you alone, co-host Dayvid Figler and producers Sonja Cho Swanson and Layla Muhammad are here with their recs for where to go to have the best terrible day in Vegas. Where are you sending your enemy in Las Vegas? Let us know in a voicemail at 702-514-0719. Or send us your terrible day recommendations on social! Follow us @CityCastVegas on Twitter and Instagram.  We’d never recommend anything bad to our readers though, so be sure to sign up for our morning newsletter here for the best Vegas has to offer. Last but not least, we’re excited to let you know about a LIVE event we’re hosting at the Beverly opening weekend this Saturday! Co-hosts Dayvid Figler and Vogue Robinson will interview local authors Kim Foster and Veeda Bybee about what it means to be a local, Las Vegas writer. Come on through: Saturday, March 4th, at 1pm. Find more details here. We all have our list of places to take people in Vegas that we like, but what about those we hate? Whether it’s an ex or that drunk tourist who won’t leave you alone, co-host Dayvid Figler and producers Sonja Cho Swanson and Layla Muhammad are here with their recs for where to go to have the best terrible day in Vegas.


Where are you sending your enemy in Las Vegas? Let us know in a voicemail at 702-514-0719.

Or send us your terrible day recommendations on social! Follow us @CityCastVegas on Twitter and Instagram. 


We’d never recommend anything bad to our readers though, so be sure to sign up for our morning newsletter here for the best Vegas has to offer.


Last but not least, we’re excited to let you know about a LIVE event we’re hosting at the Beverly opening weekend this Saturday! Co-hosts Dayvid Figler and Vogue Robinson will interview local authors Kim Foster and Veeda Bybee about what it means to be a local, Las Vegas writer. Come on through: Saturday, March 4th, at 1pm. Find more details here.

]]> 1300 Are Food Halls Replacing the Vegas Buffet? https://lasvegas.citycast.fm At the end of last year, the Aria closed its buffet and opened up a food hall in its place. And not long after Station Casinos famously (notoriously?) announced that their buffets would never return, their plans for Durango Station, opening this fall, came out — featuring Eat Your Heart Out, a buzzy new food hall… and no buffet. So why are food halls all the rage now, and is this the death knell of the iconic Vegas buffet? Today, co-host Vogue Robinson talks with food influencer Phil Tzeng, A.K.A. Las Vegas Fill, about the rise of food halls, the best ones to visit in Vegas, and where the Vegas buffet is headed. Are you team food hall or team buffet? Let us know on social media (we’re @CityCastVegas on Twitter and Instagram), or leave us a voicemail at 702-514-0719. For more on what’s happening in Las Vegas (and it’s a lot), sign up for our brilliant daily newsletter: You’ll get a curated selection of the Valley’s best events, latest news, and sharpest observations. Sign up here! Tue, 28 Feb 2023 14:00:00 -0000 Are Food Halls Replacing the Vegas Buffet? full City Cast At the end of last year, the Aria closed its buffet and opened up a food hall in its place. And not long after Station Casinos famously (notoriously?) announced that their buffets would never return, their plans for Durango Station, opening this fall, came out — featuring Eat Your Heart Out, a buzzy new food hall… and no buffet. So why are food halls all the rage now, and is this the death knell of the iconic Vegas buffet? Today, co-host Vogue Robinson talks with food influencer Phil Tzeng, A.K.A. Las Vegas Fill, about the rise of food halls, the best ones to visit in Vegas, and where the Vegas buffet is headed. Are you team food hall or team buffet? Let us know on social media (we’re @CityCastVegas on Twitter and Instagram), or leave us a voicemail at 702-514-0719. For more on what’s happening in Las Vegas (and it’s a lot), sign up for our brilliant daily newsletter: You’ll get a curated selection of the Valley’s best events, latest news, and sharpest observations. Sign up here! At the end of last year, the Aria closed its buffet and opened up a food hall in its place. And not long after Station Casinos famously (notoriously?) announced that their buffets would never return, their plans for Durango Station, opening this fall, came out — featuring Eat Your Heart Out, a buzzy new food hall… and no buffet.


So why are food halls all the rage now, and is this the death knell of the iconic Vegas buffet? Today, co-host Vogue Robinson talks with food influencer Phil Tzeng, A.K.A. Las Vegas Fill, about the rise of food halls, the best ones to visit in Vegas, and where the Vegas buffet is headed.


Are you team food hall or team buffet? Let us know on social media (we’re @CityCastVegas on Twitter and Instagram), or leave us a voicemail at 702-514-0719.


For more on what’s happening in Las Vegas (and it’s a lot), sign up for our brilliant daily newsletter: You’ll get a curated selection of the Valley’s best events, latest news, and sharpest observations. Sign up here!

]]> 1351 How a Burlesque Baking Show Got Started in Vegas https://lasvegas.citycast.fm/ Did someone say burlesque baking show?! Vegas entertainers Anaïs Thomassian, Melody Sweets, and Melissa King-Jules aka MsTickle bring us Sweets Spots TV. After performing on the Strip in Absinthe and other Vegas venues for over 7 years, these creators took their live show concept and made it work as a hilarious online series full of talking puppets, flying blueberry pies, and a very evil donut. Co-host Vogue Robinson talks to Melody and Melissa about making your creative dreams come true in Las Vegas. Be the first to see upcoming episodes of Sweets Spot TV by subscribing on Youtube at youtube.com/@sweetsspottv. Have you seen some cool content created in Vegas recently? Share it with us on social media @CityCastVegas on Twitter and Instagram.  You can also leave us a voicemail, song, or rant at 702-514-0719. Don’t miss out on all the essential Vegas information in our morning newsletter! Sign up here.  Mon, 27 Feb 2023 14:00:00 -0000 How a Burlesque Baking Show Got Started in Vegas full City Cast Did someone say burlesque baking show?! Vegas entertainers Anaïs Thomassian, Melody Sweets, and Melissa King-Jules aka MsTickle bring us Sweets Spots TV. After performing on the Strip in Absinthe and other Vegas venues for over 7 years, these creators took their live show concept and made it work as a hilarious online series full of talking puppets, flying blueberry pies, and a very evil donut. Co-host Vogue Robinson talks to Melody and Melissa about making your creative dreams come true in Las Vegas. Be the first to see upcoming episodes of Sweets Spot TV by subscribing on Youtube at youtube.com/@sweetsspottv. Have you seen some cool content created in Vegas recently? Share it with us on social media @CityCastVegas on Twitter and Instagram.  You can also leave us a voicemail, song, or rant at 702-514-0719. Don’t miss out on all the essential Vegas information in our morning newsletter! Sign up here.  Did someone say burlesque baking show?! Vegas entertainers Anaïs Thomassian, Melody Sweets, and Melissa King-Jules aka MsTickle bring us Sweets Spots TV. After performing on the Strip in Absinthe and other Vegas venues for over 7 years, these creators took their live show concept and made it work as a hilarious online series full of talking puppets, flying blueberry pies, and a very evil donut. Co-host Vogue Robinson talks to Melody and Melissa about making your creative dreams come true in Las Vegas.


Be the first to see upcoming episodes of Sweets Spot TV by subscribing on Youtube at youtube.com/@sweetsspottv.


Have you seen some cool content created in Vegas recently? Share it with us on social media @CityCastVegas on Twitter and Instagram. 


You can also leave us a voicemail, song, or rant at 702-514-0719.


Don’t miss out on all the essential Vegas information in our morning newsletter! Sign up here. 

]]> 1342 Is Usher Vegas Royalty Now? Plus, CCSD Cops Get Violent, and Water Bans https://lasvegas.citycast.fm/ For today’s roundup of the news, co-hosts Vogue Robinson and Dayvid Figler are joined by contributor Michael “MJ” Lyle, a reporter at the Nevada Current. First up: A recent video of CCSD police arresting several Black students and throwing one to the ground while shouting an expletive went viral — community organizations have since rallied. So what’s at the heart of this recurring tension, and what comes next? Then, the team discusses a GQ profile of Usher that dubs him the “new king of Las Vegas,” and dives into what a Las Vegas residency can do creatively for music artists. And last but not least: A Republican lawmaker wants to stop restaurants from automatically serving you a glass of water when you sit down — under these new rules, you’d only get water on request. So how much of this is sound environmental policy, and how much of it is, well… optics? What do you think about this water bill? Leave us a voicemail at 702-514-0719, or hit us up on Twitter and Instagram. For more commentary, events, and news from locals for locals, make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter here. Fri, 24 Feb 2023 14:00:00 -0000 Is Usher Vegas Royalty Now? Plus, CCSD Cops Get Violent, and Water Bans full City Cast For today’s roundup of the news, co-hosts Vogue Robinson and Dayvid Figler are joined by contributor Michael “MJ” Lyle, a reporter at the Nevada Current. First up: A recent video of CCSD police arresting several Black students and throwing one to the ground while shouting an expletive went viral — community organizations have since rallied. So what’s at the heart of this recurring tension, and what comes next? Then, the team discusses a GQ profile of Usher that dubs him the “new king of Las Vegas,” and dives into what a Las Vegas residency can do creatively for music artists. And last but not least: A Republican lawmaker wants to stop restaurants from automatically serving you a glass of water when you sit down — under these new rules, you’d only get water on request. So how much of this is sound environmental policy, and how much of it is, well… optics? What do you think about this water bill? Leave us a voicemail at 702-514-0719, or hit us up on Twitter and Instagram. For more commentary, events, and news from locals for locals, make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter here. For today’s roundup of the news, co-hosts Vogue Robinson and Dayvid Figler are joined by contributor Michael “MJ” Lyle, a reporter at the Nevada Current. First up: A recent video of CCSD police arresting several Black students and throwing one to the ground while shouting an expletive went viral — community organizations have since rallied. So what’s at the heart of this recurring tension, and what comes next? Then, the team discusses a GQ profile of Usher that dubs him the “new king of Las Vegas,” and dives into what a Las Vegas residency can do creatively for music artists. And last but not least: A Republican lawmaker wants to stop restaurants from automatically serving you a glass of water when you sit down — under these new rules, you’d only get water on request. So how much of this is sound environmental policy, and how much of it is, well… optics?


What do you think about this water bill? Leave us a voicemail at 702-514-0719, or hit us up on Twitter and Instagram.


For more commentary, events, and news from locals for locals, make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter here.

]]> 1856 What’s Up With All The Coyotes? https://lasvegas.citycast.fm News reports and social media are awash with photos and videos of coyotes roaming the streets of Las Vegas — but why? Are we in the middle of a coyote population boom, is climate change driving them out of their natural habitat, or are we simply moving into the coyotes’ neighborhoods? Today, co-host Dayvid Figler sits down with UNLV wildlife ecologist Dr. David Choate, who explains why we’re seeing all these coyotes, and how much of a threat they pose to people and pets. Plus, he’s got tips on what to do if you run into one. Have you seen any coyote in Las Vegas? How do you think the city should handle them? Leave us a voicemail at 702-514-0719 or hit us up on Twitter or Instagram. Love what you’re hearing? Get even more Vegas news, events, and commentary when you sign up for our brilliant morning newsletter! You can do that right here. Thu, 23 Feb 2023 14:00:00 -0000 What’s Up With All The Coyotes? full City Cast News reports and social media are awash with photos and videos of coyotes roaming the streets of Las Vegas — but why? Are we in the middle of a coyote population boom, is climate change driving them out of their natural habitat, or are we simply moving into the coyotes’ neighborhoods? Today, co-host Dayvid Figler sits down with UNLV wildlife ecologist Dr. David Choate, who explains why we’re seeing all these coyotes, and how much of a threat they pose to people and pets. Plus, he’s got tips on what to do if you run into one. Have you seen any coyote in Las Vegas? How do you think the city should handle them? Leave us a voicemail at 702-514-0719 or hit us up on Twitter or Instagram. Love what you’re hearing? Get even more Vegas news, events, and commentary when you sign up for our brilliant morning newsletter! You can do that right here. News reports and social media are awash with photos and videos of coyotes roaming the streets of Las Vegas — but why? Are we in the middle of a coyote population boom, is climate change driving them out of their natural habitat, or are we simply moving into the coyotes’ neighborhoods? Today, co-host Dayvid Figler sits down with UNLV wildlife ecologist Dr. David Choate, who explains why we’re seeing all these coyotes, and how much of a threat they pose to people and pets. Plus, he’s got tips on what to do if you run into one.


Have you seen any coyote in Las Vegas? How do you think the city should handle them? Leave us a voicemail at 702-514-0719 or hit us up on Twitter or Instagram.


Love what you’re hearing? Get even more Vegas news, events, and commentary when you sign up for our brilliant morning newsletter! You can do that right here.

]]> 1355 Can the Vegas Loop Match the Hype? https://lasvegas.citycast.fm/ The Vegas Loop is an underground tunnel system connecting the Las Vegas Convention Center halls and two properties on the north end of the Strip by Tesla rides. Elon Musk’s Boring Company got approval from the Clark County Commission in 2021 to expand the tunnels to connect downtown, the airport, and Allegiant Stadium. As construction plans move forward this year, is this private venture a solution to our public transportation issues? And can visitors look forward to this at next year’s Super Bowl? Transportation expert and CityNerd Ray Delahanty breaks down the hype. Share your thoughts about the Vegas Loop with us on social media! Follow us @CityCastVegas on Twitter and Instagram.  You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719. Stay up to date on all hype-est Vegas projects by signing up for our morning newsletter here.  Wed, 22 Feb 2023 14:00:00 -0000 Can the Vegas Loop Match the Hype? full City Cast The Vegas Loop is an underground tunnel system connecting the Las Vegas Convention Center halls and two properties on the north end of the Strip by Tesla rides. Elon Musk’s Boring Company got approval from the Clark County Commission in 2021 to expand the tunnels to connect downtown, the airport, and Allegiant Stadium. As construction plans move forward this year, is this private venture a solution to our public transportation issues? And can visitors look forward to this at next year’s Super Bowl? Transportation expert and CityNerd Ray Delahanty breaks down the hype. Share your thoughts about the Vegas Loop with us on social media! Follow us @CityCastVegas on Twitter and Instagram.  You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719. Stay up to date on all hype-est Vegas projects by signing up for our morning newsletter here.  The Vegas Loop is an underground tunnel system connecting the Las Vegas Convention Center halls and two properties on the north end of the Strip by Tesla rides. Elon Musk’s Boring Company got approval from the Clark County Commission in 2021 to expand the tunnels to connect downtown, the airport, and Allegiant Stadium. As construction plans move forward this year, is this private venture a solution to our public transportation issues? And can visitors look forward to this at next year’s Super Bowl? Transportation expert and CityNerd Ray Delahanty breaks down the hype.


Share your thoughts about the Vegas Loop with us on social media! Follow us @CityCastVegas on Twitter and Instagram. 


You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719.


Stay up to date on all hype-est Vegas projects by signing up for our morning newsletter here. 

]]> 1289 Is Vegas Facing a Tsunami of Evictions? https://lasvegas.citycast.fm/ Rents are crazy high, evictions are spiking, and now federal rent assistance is scaling back drastically. Today, co-host Dayvid Figler talks with Legal Aid Executive Director Barbara Buckley, who is predicting a “tsunami” of housing insecurity in Las Vegas in the next 60 days — Legal Aid has already seen the number of clients seeking housing advice at their free legal clinic nearly double recently. Barbara says Legal Aid has some “common sense” solutions they’re pushing at the 2023 legislative session, but, as former Speaker of the Assembly, she knows a showdown is likely in store. Are you seeing your rent go up? Are you a landlord trying to navigate the system? Leave us a voicemail at 702-514-0719, or a comment on Twitter or Instagram. For more on what’s going on in the Vegas Valley, from the latest news to the hottest events in town, you’ll want to sign up for our morning newsletter — get that here. Tue, 21 Feb 2023 14:00:00 -0000 Is Vegas Facing a Tsunami of Evictions? full City Cast Rents are crazy high, evictions are spiking, and now federal rent assistance is scaling back drastically. Today, co-host Dayvid Figler talks with Legal Aid Executive Director Barbara Buckley, who is predicting a “tsunami” of housing insecurity in Las Vegas in the next 60 days — Legal Aid has already seen the number of clients seeking housing advice at their free legal clinic nearly double recently. Barbara says Legal Aid has some “common sense” solutions they’re pushing at the 2023 legislative session, but, as former Speaker of the Assembly, she knows a showdown is likely in store. Are you seeing your rent go up? Are you a landlord trying to navigate the system? Leave us a voicemail at 702-514-0719, or a comment on Twitter or Instagram. For more on what’s going on in the Vegas Valley, from the latest news to the hottest events in town, you’ll want to sign up for our morning newsletter — get that here. Rents are crazy high, evictions are spiking, and now federal rent assistance is scaling back drastically. Today, co-host Dayvid Figler talks with Legal Aid Executive Director Barbara Buckley, who is predicting a “tsunami” of housing insecurity in Las Vegas in the next 60 days — Legal Aid has already seen the number of clients seeking housing advice at their free legal clinic nearly double recently. Barbara says Legal Aid has some “common sense” solutions they’re pushing at the 2023 legislative session, but, as former Speaker of the Assembly, she knows a showdown is likely in store.


Are you seeing your rent go up? Are you a landlord trying to navigate the system? Leave us a voicemail at 702-514-0719, or a comment on Twitter or Instagram.


For more on what’s going on in the Vegas Valley, from the latest news to the hottest events in town, you’ll want to sign up for our morning newsletter — get that here.

]]> 1435 The Last Mirage Dolphins, a Childcare “Desert,” and High-Speed Hopes https://lasvegas.citycast.fm/ In today’s roundup of the news, co-host Dayvid Figler is joined by lead producer Sonja Cho Swanson and newsletter editor Scott Dickensheets and we’re covering a lot of ground: First up, what the departure of the last Mirage dolphins means for Las Vegas and our particular brand of spectacle (and why keeping cetaceans in the Mojave miiiiight have been not such a great idea after all). Next, we get into the troubling report that Nevada is a childcare “desert,” with one of the lowest rates of access to childcare in the nation. So what’s a state to do — and could “bring your baby to work” programs like the state treasurer’s office is trying out actually work? Last, we’re trying oh-so-very-hard to NOT get our hopes up with reports that a high speed rail line is one step closer to fruition… but what exactly does that mean? Look, we’ve heard it all before, we’re kinda jaded! And to round things things out, we talk about our plans for the three-day holiday weekend — from Pokemon Go at Sunset Park to the Great Backyard Bird Count, all taking place this weekend. How are you figuring out childcare in Las Vegas? Are you holding out hope that we’ll get a SoCal to Vegas high-speed train? Let us know! Give us a ring at 702-514-0719 or leave us a comment on Twitter and Instagram (we’re @CityCastVegas on both). For more fun Vegas events and observations from the ever-brilliant Scott Dickensheets, make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter here — sign up now, thank us later. And have a great three-day holiday weekend, y’all! We’ll be back on Tuesday. Fri, 17 Feb 2023 14:00:00 -0000 The Last Mirage Dolphins, a Childcare “Desert,” and High-Speed Hopes full City Cast In today’s roundup of the news, co-host Dayvid Figler is joined by lead producer Sonja Cho Swanson and newsletter editor Scott Dickensheets and we’re covering a lot of ground: First up, what the departure of the last Mirage dolphins means for Las Vegas and our particular brand of spectacle (and why keeping cetaceans in the Mojave miiiiight have been not such a great idea after all). Next, we get into the troubling report that Nevada is a childcare “desert,” with one of the lowest rates of access to childcare in the nation. So what’s a state to do — and could “bring your baby to work” programs like the state treasurer’s office is trying out actually work? Last, we’re trying oh-so-very-hard to NOT get our hopes up with reports that a high speed rail line is one step closer to fruition… but what exactly does that mean? Look, we’ve heard it all before, we’re kinda jaded! And to round things things out, we talk about our plans for the three-day holiday weekend — from Pokemon Go at Sunset Park to the Great Backyard Bird Count, all taking place this weekend. How are you figuring out childcare in Las Vegas? Are you holding out hope that we’ll get a SoCal to Vegas high-speed train? Let us know! Give us a ring at 702-514-0719 or leave us a comment on Twitter and Instagram (we’re @CityCastVegas on both). For more fun Vegas events and observations from the ever-brilliant Scott Dickensheets, make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter here — sign up now, thank us later. And have a great three-day holiday weekend, y’all! We’ll be back on Tuesday. In today’s roundup of the news, co-host Dayvid Figler is joined by lead producer Sonja Cho Swanson and newsletter editor Scott Dickensheets and we’re covering a lot of ground: First up, what the departure of the last Mirage dolphins means for Las Vegas and our particular brand of spectacle (and why keeping cetaceans in the Mojave miiiiight have been not such a great idea after all). Next, we get into the troubling report that Nevada is a childcare “desert,” with one of the lowest rates of access to childcare in the nation. So what’s a state to do — and could “bring your baby to work” programs like the state treasurer’s office is trying out actually work? Last, we’re trying oh-so-very-hard to NOT get our hopes up with reports that a high speed rail line is one step closer to fruition… but what exactly does that mean? Look, we’ve heard it all before, we’re kinda jaded! And to round things things out, we talk about our plans for the three-day holiday weekend — from Pokemon Go at Sunset Park to the Great Backyard Bird Count, all taking place this weekend.


How are you figuring out childcare in Las Vegas? Are you holding out hope that we’ll get a SoCal to Vegas high-speed train? Let us know! Give us a ring at 702-514-0719 or leave us a comment on Twitter and Instagram (we’re @CityCastVegas on both).


For more fun Vegas events and observations from the ever-brilliant Scott Dickensheets, make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter here — sign up now, thank us later. And have a great three-day holiday weekend, y’all! We’ll be back on Tuesday.

]]> 1710 Are Resort Fees Hurting Las Vegas? https://lasvegas.citycast.fm Nevada lawmakers in DC say they’re on board with President Biden’s new Junk Fee Prevention Act, announced last week, with one exception: The resort fees charged by “our world-class casinos and hotels,” which they say are up front and transparent. But resort fees can double or even triple the nightly cost of a hotel room here in Vegas — and if you’ve heard from any tourists lately, they’re not happy about it. Today, co-host Dayvid Figler talks with longtime casino industry observer Scott Roeben, better known as the author behind Vital Vegas. They talk about how the internet spurred a surge in resort fees, and why Scott has some serious reservations about how their rise could affect our city — for locals and tourists alike. What do you think — are resort fees outta control, or do our hotels need them? Leave us a voicemail or a text at 702-514-0719, or comment on social media: We’re @CityCastVegas on Twitter and Instagram. For more on the latest in Las Vegas, sign up for our brilliant morning newsletter, arriving in your inbox every day at 6 a.m. Nothing like the smell of fresh-baked pixels from the one and only Scott Dickensheets! Thu, 16 Feb 2023 14:00:00 -0000 Are Resort Fees Hurting Las Vegas? full City Cast Nevada lawmakers in DC say they’re on board with President Biden’s new Junk Fee Prevention Act, announced last week, with one exception: The resort fees charged by “our world-class casinos and hotels,” which they say are up front and transparent. But resort fees can double or even triple the nightly cost of a hotel room here in Vegas — and if you’ve heard from any tourists lately, they’re not happy about it. Today, co-host Dayvid Figler talks with longtime casino industry observer Scott Roeben, better known as the author behind Vital Vegas. They talk about how the internet spurred a surge in resort fees, and why Scott has some serious reservations about how their rise could affect our city — for locals and tourists alike. What do you think — are resort fees outta control, or do our hotels need them? Leave us a voicemail or a text at 702-514-0719, or comment on social media: We’re @CityCastVegas on Twitter and Instagram. For more on the latest in Las Vegas, sign up for our brilliant morning newsletter, arriving in your inbox every day at 6 a.m. Nothing like the smell of fresh-baked pixels from the one and only Scott Dickensheets! Nevada lawmakers in DC say they’re on board with President Biden’s new Junk Fee Prevention Act, announced last week, with one exception: The resort fees charged by “our world-class casinos and hotels,” which they say are up front and transparent. But resort fees can double or even triple the nightly cost of a hotel room here in Vegas — and if you’ve heard from any tourists lately, they’re not happy about it. Today, co-host Dayvid Figler talks with longtime casino industry observer Scott Roeben, better known as the author behind Vital Vegas. They talk about how the internet spurred a surge in resort fees, and why Scott has some serious reservations about how their rise could affect our city — for locals and tourists alike.


What do you think — are resort fees outta control, or do our hotels need them? Leave us a voicemail or a text at 702-514-0719, or comment on social media: We’re @CityCastVegas on Twitter and Instagram.


For more on the latest in Las Vegas, sign up for our brilliant morning newsletter, arriving in your inbox every day at 6 a.m. Nothing like the smell of fresh-baked pixels from the one and only Scott Dickensheets!

]]> 1233 Why this Chef Left the Strip to Farm in the Westside https://lasvegas.citycast.fm/ Cheyenne Kyle is a classically-trained chef with Strip credentials, a master gardener, and an entrepreneur. But when the pandemic hit, like so many others in our hospitality-centric city, she lost two jobs in one day — helping others find food during that tough time, she says, kept her going. So joining the Obodo Collective, a Black women-led nonprofit, in starting a farm in the historic Westside was a natural next step for her. Today on City Cast Las Vegas, co-host Vogue Robinson chats with Cheyenne about the impact of a farm in a historically underfunded community with limited grocery options. The next gardening class at the Obodo Farm will take place on Sunday, February 26th. Are you gardening this spring? Tag us and @theobodocollective in your pics! We’re @CityCastVegas on Twitter and Instagram. You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719. Want some more Las Vegas news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter here. Wed, 15 Feb 2023 14:00:00 -0000 Why this Chef Left the Strip to Farm in the Westside full City Cast Cheyenne Kyle is a classically-trained chef with Strip credentials, a master gardener, and an entrepreneur. But when the pandemic hit, like so many others in our hospitality-centric city, she lost two jobs in one day — helping others find food during that tough time, she says, kept her going. So joining the Obodo Collective, a Black women-led nonprofit, in starting a farm in the historic Westside was a natural next step for her. Today on City Cast Las Vegas, co-host Vogue Robinson chats with Cheyenne about the impact of a farm in a historically underfunded community with limited grocery options. The next gardening class at the Obodo Farm will take place on Sunday, February 26th. Are you gardening this spring? Tag us and @theobodocollective in your pics! We’re @CityCastVegas on Twitter and Instagram. You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719. Want some more Las Vegas news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter here. Cheyenne Kyle is a classically-trained chef with Strip credentials, a master gardener, and an entrepreneur. But when the pandemic hit, like so many others in our hospitality-centric city, she lost two jobs in one day — helping others find food during that tough time, she says, kept her going. So joining the Obodo Collective, a Black women-led nonprofit, in starting a farm in the historic Westside was a natural next step for her. Today on City Cast Las Vegas, co-host Vogue Robinson chats with Cheyenne about the impact of a farm in a historically underfunded community with limited grocery options.


The next gardening class at the Obodo Farm will take place on Sunday, February 26th.


Are you gardening this spring? Tag us and @theobodocollective in your pics! We’re @CityCastVegas on Twitter and Instagram. You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719.


Want some more Las Vegas news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter here.

]]> 1271 How Locals Find Love in a Tourist Town https://lasvegas.citycast.fm/ If you’re out here trying to be single and mingle in Las Vegas, we feel for you — it’s not easy, anywhere. But is it extra-hard in our city? After all, we’re a big little town of 2.5 million locals and 42 million visitors every year, and tourists tend to clog up the dating apps. Or is the problem that we’re actually a small town, and you see the same faces everywhere? Today, lead producer Sonja Cho Swanson, producer Layla Muhammad, and contributor Michael “MJ” Lyle discuss the ups and downs of dating in Vegas, our strategies for avoiding tourists and serial killers, and the best places to take first dates when you’re looking for love in Las Vegas. Last but not least, for an extra dash of inspiration, the rest of the CCLV team chimes in with their Vegas love stories — because newsletter editor Scott Dickensheets, and co-hosts Dayvid Figler and Vogue Robinson all met their life partners IRL right here in Las Vegas! Did you meet your partner in Las Vegas? Agree or disagree that dating sucks here? Leave us a voicemail or a text message at 702-514-0719, or leave a comment on social media: We’re @CityCastVegas on Twitter and Instagram. For even more Las Vegas news, events, and fun commentary, make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter here. It’s the best thing in your inbox at 6 a.m., we promise. Tue, 14 Feb 2023 14:00:00 -0000 How Locals Find Love in a Tourist Town full City Cast If you’re out here trying to be single and mingle in Las Vegas, we feel for you — it’s not easy, anywhere. But is it extra-hard in our city? After all, we’re a big little town of 2.5 million locals and 42 million visitors every year, and tourists tend to clog up the dating apps. Or is the problem that we’re actually a small town, and you see the same faces everywhere? Today, lead producer Sonja Cho Swanson, producer Layla Muhammad, and contributor Michael “MJ” Lyle discuss the ups and downs of dating in Vegas, our strategies for avoiding tourists and serial killers, and the best places to take first dates when you’re looking for love in Las Vegas. Last but not least, for an extra dash of inspiration, the rest of the CCLV team chimes in with their Vegas love stories — because newsletter editor Scott Dickensheets, and co-hosts Dayvid Figler and Vogue Robinson all met their life partners IRL right here in Las Vegas! Did you meet your partner in Las Vegas? Agree or disagree that dating sucks here? Leave us a voicemail or a text message at 702-514-0719, or leave a comment on social media: We’re @CityCastVegas on Twitter and Instagram. For even more Las Vegas news, events, and fun commentary, make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter here. It’s the best thing in your inbox at 6 a.m., we promise. If you’re out here trying to be single and mingle in Las Vegas, we feel for you — it’s not easy, anywhere. But is it extra-hard in our city? After all, we’re a big little town of 2.5 million locals and 42 million visitors every year, and tourists tend to clog up the dating apps. Or is the problem that we’re actually a small town, and you see the same faces everywhere? Today, lead producer Sonja Cho Swanson, producer Layla Muhammad, and contributor Michael “MJ” Lyle discuss the ups and downs of dating in Vegas, our strategies for avoiding tourists and serial killers, and the best places to take first dates when you’re looking for love in Las Vegas.


Last but not least, for an extra dash of inspiration, the rest of the CCLV team chimes in with their Vegas love stories — because newsletter editor Scott Dickensheets, and co-hosts Dayvid Figler and Vogue Robinson all met their life partners IRL right here in Las Vegas!


Did you meet your partner in Las Vegas? Agree or disagree that dating sucks here? Leave us a voicemail or a text message at 702-514-0719, or leave a comment on social media: We’re @CityCastVegas on Twitter and Instagram.


For even more Las Vegas news, events, and fun commentary, make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter here. It’s the best thing in your inbox at 6 a.m., we promise.

]]> 1661 How to Keep Backyard Chickens in Vegas https://lasvegas.citycast.fm Egg prices are outta control — they doubled over the course of 2022. So that’s got a lot of Las Vegans asking themselves… should we get backyard chickens? Award-winning food writer and backyard chicken wrangler Kim Foster joins co-host Vogue Robinson today to talk about why you should (and shouldn’t) raise chickens, and everything it takes to do it right in the extreme weather conditions of Las Vegas. Fair warning in case you’ve got kids in the car: There’s a lengthy discussion about chicken butts in this episode. Actually, they’re gonna love that. Queue up this episode! If you’re now on the chicken train, check out the Las Vegas Backyard Pet Chickens group that Kim mentioned here. Do you keep chickens? Change your mind about chickens thanks to this episode? Let us know! Leave us a voicemail or send us a text at 702-514-0719. Or leave a comment for us on social media: We’re @CityCastVegas on Twitter and Instagram. Have you signed up for our amazing morning newsletter yet? If so, you know that it’s the best place to your daily dose of news, events, and commentary about town. If not, get on board, already! Sign up here. Mon, 13 Feb 2023 14:00:00 -0000 How to Keep Backyard Chickens in Vegas full City Cast Egg prices are outta control — they doubled over the course of 2022. So that’s got a lot of Las Vegans asking themselves… should we get backyard chickens? Award-winning food writer and backyard chicken wrangler Kim Foster joins co-host Vogue Robinson today to talk about why you should (and shouldn’t) raise chickens, and everything it takes to do it right in the extreme weather conditions of Las Vegas. Fair warning in case you’ve got kids in the car: There’s a lengthy discussion about chicken butts in this episode. Actually, they’re gonna love that. Queue up this episode! If you’re now on the chicken train, check out the Las Vegas Backyard Pet Chickens group that Kim mentioned here. Do you keep chickens? Change your mind about chickens thanks to this episode? Let us know! Leave us a voicemail or send us a text at 702-514-0719. Or leave a comment for us on social media: We’re @CityCastVegas on Twitter and Instagram. Have you signed up for our amazing morning newsletter yet? If so, you know that it’s the best place to your daily dose of news, events, and commentary about town. If not, get on board, already! Sign up here. Egg prices are outta control — they doubled over the course of 2022. So that’s got a lot of Las Vegans asking themselves… should we get backyard chickens? Award-winning food writer and backyard chicken wrangler Kim Foster joins co-host Vogue Robinson today to talk about why you should (and shouldn’t) raise chickens, and everything it takes to do it right in the extreme weather conditions of Las Vegas. Fair warning in case you’ve got kids in the car: There’s a lengthy discussion about chicken butts in this episode. Actually, they’re gonna love that. Queue up this episode!


If you’re now on the chicken train, check out the Las Vegas Backyard Pet Chickens group that Kim mentioned here.


Do you keep chickens? Change your mind about chickens thanks to this episode? Let us know! Leave us a voicemail or send us a text at 702-514-0719. Or leave a comment for us on social media: We’re @CityCastVegas on Twitter and Instagram.


Have you signed up for our amazing morning newsletter yet? If so, you know that it’s the best place to your daily dose of news, events, and commentary about town. If not, get on board, already! Sign up here.

]]> 1364 Are the Aces in Trouble? Plus, Celebrity Cannabis and Hawaii’s War on Gambling https://lasvegas.citycast.fm It’s Friday (whoop whoop) and we’ve made it to the end of the week, which means you get to treat yourself to this week’s roundup of the news. Today, co-hosts Dayvid Figler and Vogue Robinson welcome Thelist.Vegas publisher and culture maven Andrew Kiraly onto the show. They talk about the recent allegations against the Aces and the WNBA’s investigation into whether or not the team used under-the-table payments to circumvent the league’s salary caps. But the question also arises… why are the WNBA salary caps so low? Next, with Jim Belushi in town this weekend to hawk his cannabis brand, we discuss the rise of celebrity-owned cannabis companies, and which celebrities we’d want to buy weed from. Third, a senator from Hawaii is proposing a bill to ban gambling ads from Nevada (and Nevada only) — why? And will banning those ads actually address problem gambling? Last but not least, we get into the Black History Month eventsyou should be checking out (one of which features our very own Vogue Robinson!). Which celebrity cannabis brand would you want to see? Do you have thoughts on the WNBA salary cap? Call or text us at 702-514-0719, or leave us a comment on social media — we’re @CityCastVegas on Twitter and Instagram. If you love this daily dose of fresh Vegas news, events and commentary, then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter for EVEN MORE! You won’t regret it, we promise. :)  Fri, 10 Feb 2023 14:00:00 -0000 Are the Aces in Trouble? Plus, Celebrity Cannabis and Hawaii’s War on Gambling full City Cast It’s Friday (whoop whoop) and we’ve made it to the end of the week, which means you get to treat yourself to this week’s roundup of the news. Today, co-hosts Dayvid Figler and Vogue Robinson welcome Thelist.Vegas publisher and culture maven Andrew Kiraly onto the show. They talk about the recent allegations against the Aces and the WNBA’s investigation into whether or not the team used under-the-table payments to circumvent the league’s salary caps. But the question also arises… why are the WNBA salary caps so low? Next, with Jim Belushi in town this weekend to hawk his cannabis brand, we discuss the rise of celebrity-owned cannabis companies, and which celebrities we’d want to buy weed from. Third, a senator from Hawaii is proposing a bill to ban gambling ads from Nevada (and Nevada only) — why? And will banning those ads actually address problem gambling? Last but not least, we get into the Black History Month eventsyou should be checking out (one of which features our very own Vogue Robinson!). Which celebrity cannabis brand would you want to see? Do you have thoughts on the WNBA salary cap? Call or text us at 702-514-0719, or leave us a comment on social media — we’re @CityCastVegas on Twitter and Instagram. If you love this daily dose of fresh Vegas news, events and commentary, then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter for EVEN MORE! You won’t regret it, we promise. :)  It’s Friday (whoop whoop) and we’ve made it to the end of the week, which means you get to treat yourself to this week’s roundup of the news. Today, co-hosts Dayvid Figler and Vogue Robinson welcome Thelist.Vegas publisher and culture maven Andrew Kiraly onto the show. They talk about the recent allegations against the Aces and the WNBA’s investigation into whether or not the team used under-the-table payments to circumvent the league’s salary caps. But the question also arises… why are the WNBA salary caps so low? Next, with Jim Belushi in town this weekend to hawk his cannabis brand, we discuss the rise of celebrity-owned cannabis companies, and which celebrities we’d want to buy weed from. Third, a senator from Hawaii is proposing a bill to ban gambling ads from Nevada (and Nevada only) — why? And will banning those ads actually address problem gambling? Last but not least, we get into the Black History Month eventsyou should be checking out (one of which features our very own Vogue Robinson!).


Which celebrity cannabis brand would you want to see? Do you have thoughts on the WNBA salary cap? Call or text us at 702-514-0719, or leave us a comment on social media — we’re @CityCastVegas on Twitter and Instagram.


If you love this daily dose of fresh Vegas news, events and commentary, then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter for EVEN MORE! You won’t regret it, we promise. :) 

]]> 1958 Your Vegas Valentine’s Day https://lasvegas.citycast.fm/ Valentine’s Day can be stressful, but it doesn’t have to be! Whether you’re heading out with your significant other(s), yourself, or a group of pals, food writer and multidisciplinary artist Brent Holmes has got you covered with all the best restaurant options. Make a reservation or keep it low-key — let Brent and co-host Vogue Robinson plan out your Valentine’s Day. Mentioned in this episode: Hamburger Hut Sparrow + Wolf Triple 7 Sweets Raku Big Wong Palms Casino Resort / Vetri Cucina The Steak House at Circus Circus PRIME Matcha Cafe Maiko China Mama Fukuburger Steaks and Beer Starboard Tack Champagne’s Vegas Test Kitchen Esther’s Kitchen Main St Provisions Sorry Not Sorry Creamery Do you think Las Vegas is a romantic city? Send us a love letter or voicemail at 702-514-0719. We’re on social media! Follow us @CityCastVegas on Twitter and Instagram.  Want some more Las Vegas news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter. Thu, 09 Feb 2023 14:00:00 -0000 Your Vegas Valentine’s Day full City Cast Valentine’s Day can be stressful, but it doesn’t have to be! Whether you’re heading out with your significant other(s), yourself, or a group of pals, food writer and multidisciplinary artist Brent Holmes has got you covered with all the best restaurant options. Make a reservation or keep it low-key — let Brent and co-host Vogue Robinson plan out your Valentine’s Day. Mentioned in this episode: Hamburger Hut Sparrow + Wolf Triple 7 Sweets Raku Big Wong Palms Casino Resort / Vetri Cucina The Steak House at Circus Circus PRIME Matcha Cafe Maiko China Mama Fukuburger Steaks and Beer Starboard Tack Champagne’s Vegas Test Kitchen Esther’s Kitchen Main St Provisions Sorry Not Sorry Creamery Do you think Las Vegas is a romantic city? Send us a love letter or voicemail at 702-514-0719. We’re on social media! Follow us @CityCastVegas on Twitter and Instagram.  Want some more Las Vegas news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter. Valentine’s Day can be stressful, but it doesn’t have to be! Whether you’re heading out with your significant other(s), yourself, or a group of pals, food writer and multidisciplinary artist Brent Holmes has got you covered with all the best restaurant options. Make a reservation or keep it low-key — let Brent and co-host Vogue Robinson plan out your Valentine’s Day.


Mentioned in this episode:

Hamburger Hut

Sparrow + Wolf

Triple 7

Sweets Raku

Big Wong

Palms Casino Resort / Vetri Cucina

The Steak House at Circus Circus

PRIME

Matcha Cafe Maiko

China Mama

Fukuburger

Steaks and Beer

Starboard Tack

Champagne’s

Vegas Test Kitchen

Esther’s Kitchen

Main St Provisions

Sorry Not Sorry Creamery


Do you think Las Vegas is a romantic city? Send us a love letter or voicemail at 702-514-0719.


We’re on social media! Follow us @CityCastVegas on Twitter and Instagram. 


Want some more Las Vegas news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter.

]]> 988 Is Unlicensed Street Food Dangerous for Las Vegans? https://lasvegas.citycast.fm/ In this follow up to yesterday’s episode about the policing of street vendors in Las Vegas, co-host Dayvid Figler hears from officials at the Southern Nevada Health District about their part in regulating vendors for food safety. They explain how they interact with unlicensed vendors, the resources they do (and don’t) provide for licensing, and address their claims that some street vendors could be victims of human trafficking. We also learn that there might be some common ground when it comes to one big issue: The high cost of permitting for low income communities. Do you have a favorite street vendor? Thoughts on how they should be more (or less) regulated? Let us know in a voicemail at 702-514-0719. We’re on social media, too! Follow us @CityCastVegas on Twitter and Instagram.  Curious about more issues in your community? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter. Wed, 08 Feb 2023 14:00:00 -0000 Is Unlicensed Street Food Dangerous for Las Vegans? full City Cast In this follow up to yesterday’s episode about the policing of street vendors in Las Vegas, co-host Dayvid Figler hears from officials at the Southern Nevada Health District about their part in regulating vendors for food safety. They explain how they interact with unlicensed vendors, the resources they do (and don’t) provide for licensing, and address their claims that some street vendors could be victims of human trafficking. We also learn that there might be some common ground when it comes to one big issue: The high cost of permitting for low income communities. Do you have a favorite street vendor? Thoughts on how they should be more (or less) regulated? Let us know in a voicemail at 702-514-0719. We’re on social media, too! Follow us @CityCastVegas on Twitter and Instagram.  Curious about more issues in your community? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter. In this follow up to yesterday’s episode about the policing of street vendors in Las Vegas, co-host Dayvid Figler hears from officials at the Southern Nevada Health District about their part in regulating vendors for food safety. They explain how they interact with unlicensed vendors, the resources they do (and don’t) provide for licensing, and address their claims that some street vendors could be victims of human trafficking. We also learn that there might be some common ground when it comes to one big issue: The high cost of permitting for low income communities.


Do you have a favorite street vendor? Thoughts on how they should be more (or less) regulated? Let us know in a voicemail at 702-514-0719.


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]]> 1393 Why is SNHD Cracking Down on Street Vendors? https://lasvegas.citycast.fm/ The Southern Nevada Health District and law enforcement have joined forces to crack down on unlicensed street vendors in Las Vegas, as the rise of sporting events has created a bigger market for vendors in front of venues like Allegiant and T-Mobile. Vendors can also be found in neighborhoods with a high immigrant population. The nonprofit Make the Road Nevada wants to help these unlicensed street vendors become legal, but the pathway is a hard one to navigate. Jose Rivera from Make the Road Nevada joins co-host Dayvid Figler to explain how enforcement over education builds mistrust and keeps these unlicensed street vendors at a disadvantage; also, he says, he’s seen no evidence to support SNHD’s claim that street vendors are being trafficked. This is our first of two episodes about street vendors. We'll be speaking with SNHD about this issue tomorrow, so stay tuned! Join the conversation on social media! Follow us @CityCastVegas on Twitter and Instagram.  You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719. Have you seen more street vendors in Vegas recently? Want some more Las Vegas news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter. Tue, 07 Feb 2023 14:00:00 -0000 Why is SNHD Cracking Down on Street Vendors? full City Cast The Southern Nevada Health District and law enforcement have joined forces to crack down on unlicensed street vendors in Las Vegas, as the rise of sporting events has created a bigger market for vendors in front of venues like Allegiant and T-Mobile. Vendors can also be found in neighborhoods with a high immigrant population. The nonprofit Make the Road Nevada wants to help these unlicensed street vendors become legal, but the pathway is a hard one to navigate. Jose Rivera from Make the Road Nevada joins co-host Dayvid Figler to explain how enforcement over education builds mistrust and keeps these unlicensed street vendors at a disadvantage; also, he says, he’s seen no evidence to support SNHD’s claim that street vendors are being trafficked. This is our first of two episodes about street vendors. We'll be speaking with SNHD about this issue tomorrow, so stay tuned! Join the conversation on social media! Follow us @CityCastVegas on Twitter and Instagram.  You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719. Have you seen more street vendors in Vegas recently? Want some more Las Vegas news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter. The Southern Nevada Health District and law enforcement have joined forces to crack down on unlicensed street vendors in Las Vegas, as the rise of sporting events has created a bigger market for vendors in front of venues like Allegiant and T-Mobile. Vendors can also be found in neighborhoods with a high immigrant population. The nonprofit Make the Road Nevada wants to help these unlicensed street vendors become legal, but the pathway is a hard one to navigate. Jose Rivera from Make the Road Nevada joins co-host Dayvid Figler to explain how enforcement over education builds mistrust and keeps these unlicensed street vendors at a disadvantage; also, he says, he’s seen no evidence to support SNHD’s claim that street vendors are being trafficked.


This is our first of two episodes about street vendors. We'll be speaking with SNHD about this issue tomorrow, so stay tuned!


Join the conversation on social media! Follow us @CityCastVegas on Twitter and Instagram. 


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]]> 1107 The Fight to Break Up CCSD Isn’t Over Yet https://lasvegas.citycast.fm/ While Community Schools Initiative’s proposal to break up the Clark County School District failed to get enough signatures, a similar attempt may still be in the works for this legislative session, which starts today. As the fifth largest school district in the nation, CCSD faces issues that are hard to address with 300,000 students. The Nevada Independent reporter Rocío Hernandez explains the pros and cons of breaking up CCSD to co-host Vogue Robinson. What do you think about having a smaller school district? Let us know on social media! Follow us @CityCastVegas on Twitter and Instagram. You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719. Want more Vegas news? Make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter at lasvegas.citycast.fm/newsletter!  Mon, 06 Feb 2023 14:00:00 -0000 The Fight to Break Up CCSD Isn’t Over Yet full City Cast While Community Schools Initiative’s proposal to break up the Clark County School District failed to get enough signatures, a similar attempt may still be in the works for this legislative session, which starts today. As the fifth largest school district in the nation, CCSD faces issues that are hard to address with 300,000 students. The Nevada Independent reporter Rocío Hernandez explains the pros and cons of breaking up CCSD to co-host Vogue Robinson. What do you think about having a smaller school district? Let us know on social media! Follow us @CityCastVegas on Twitter and Instagram. You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719. Want more Vegas news? Make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter at lasvegas.citycast.fm/newsletter!  While Community Schools Initiative’s proposal to break up the Clark County School District failed to get enough signatures, a similar attempt may still be in the works for this legislative session, which starts today. As the fifth largest school district in the nation, CCSD faces issues that are hard to address with 300,000 students. The Nevada Independent reporter Rocío Hernandez explains the pros and cons of breaking up CCSD to co-host Vogue Robinson.


What do you think about having a smaller school district? Let us know on social media! Follow us @CityCastVegas on Twitter and Instagram.


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]]> 1066 A Mormon Ponzi Scheme, Bong Water Petitions, and Formula 1 Racing https://lasvegas.citycast.fm It’s time for our Friday roundup of the news — and good lord, is there news to discuss this week. Co-hosts Vogue Robinson and Dayvid Figler join producer Layla Muhammad to get into it. First up, a story from the Washington Post that continues the work of slain RJ investigative reporter Jeff German: It’s the sweeping tale of a massive Ponzi scheme that targeted the Mormon community… for FIVE years. So how were they so successful for so long? Next, we get into the weeds of a lawsuit that the Community Schools Initiative, a PAC that advocates for breaking up CCSD, has leveled against the company they hired to gather petition signatures. They say the company collected so many invalid signatures(including some papers that were burnt and smelled like “bong water”) that the petition was nixed. And last (but not least!), it looks like Formula 1 racing will be signing a 10-year contract with Clark County — so how do we feel about that? Have you encountered a Ponzi scheme in Las Vegas? Do you have feelings about F1 coming to town? Leave us a voicemail at 702-514-0719, or find us on social media @CityCastVegas on Twitter and Instagram! And if you’re not yet signed up for our amazing daily newsletter, you’re missing out — get on board for more Vegas news, events and more by signing up at lasvegas.citycast.fm/newsletter! Fri, 03 Feb 2023 14:00:00 -0000 A Mormon Ponzi Scheme, Bong Water Petitions, and Formula 1 Racing full City Cast It’s time for our Friday roundup of the news — and good lord, is there news to discuss this week. Co-hosts Vogue Robinson and Dayvid Figler join producer Layla Muhammad to get into it. First up, a story from the Washington Post that continues the work of slain RJ investigative reporter Jeff German: It’s the sweeping tale of a massive Ponzi scheme that targeted the Mormon community… for FIVE years. So how were they so successful for so long? Next, we get into the weeds of a lawsuit that the Community Schools Initiative, a PAC that advocates for breaking up CCSD, has leveled against the company they hired to gather petition signatures. They say the company collected so many invalid signatures(including some papers that were burnt and smelled like “bong water”) that the petition was nixed. And last (but not least!), it looks like Formula 1 racing will be signing a 10-year contract with Clark County — so how do we feel about that? Have you encountered a Ponzi scheme in Las Vegas? Do you have feelings about F1 coming to town? Leave us a voicemail at 702-514-0719, or find us on social media @CityCastVegas on Twitter and Instagram! And if you’re not yet signed up for our amazing daily newsletter, you’re missing out — get on board for more Vegas news, events and more by signing up at lasvegas.citycast.fm/newsletter! It’s time for our Friday roundup of the news — and good lord, is there news to discuss this week. Co-hosts Vogue Robinson and Dayvid Figler join producer Layla Muhammad to get into it. First up, a story from the Washington Post that continues the work of slain RJ investigative reporter Jeff German: It’s the sweeping tale of a massive Ponzi scheme that targeted the Mormon community… for FIVE years. So how were they so successful for so long? Next, we get into the weeds of a lawsuit that the Community Schools Initiative, a PAC that advocates for breaking up CCSD, has leveled against the company they hired to gather petition signatures. They say the company collected so many invalid signatures(including some papers that were burnt and smelled like “bong water”) that the petition was nixed. And last (but not least!), it looks like Formula 1 racing will be signing a 10-year contract with Clark County — so how do we feel about that?


Have you encountered a Ponzi scheme in Las Vegas? Do you have feelings about F1 coming to town? Leave us a voicemail at 702-514-0719, or find us on social media @CityCastVegas on Twitter and Instagram!


And if you’re not yet signed up for our amazing daily newsletter, you’re missing out — get on board for more Vegas news, events and more by signing up at lasvegas.citycast.fm/newsletter!

]]> 1673 What Our Lawmakers Are Doing For the Next 120 Days https://lasvegas.citycast.fm/ Nevada’s biennial legislative session starts next Monday so as our lawmakers prepare to spend the next 120 days in Carson City, Nevada Independent reporter Tabitha Mueller tells us what we can expect from our representatives. Governor Joe Lombardo already called out some previously passed laws that need revision, but what other proposals will get attention this session? Co-host Vogue Robinson also wonders what life is like for our legislators who often have other careers. Find your representatives and let them know what’s important in your neighborhood here. Curious about a certain topic? You can sign up for updates on proposals here. And make sure to follow the Indy's legislature coverage here. We will be keeping an eye on things during the legislative session too. Make sure to sign up for our daily morning newsletter at lasvegas.citycast.fm/newsletter!  We’re also on social media! Follow us @CityCastVegas on Twitter and Instagram.  You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719.  Thu, 02 Feb 2023 14:00:00 -0000 What Our Lawmakers Are Doing For the Next 120 Days full City Cast Nevada’s biennial legislative session starts next Monday so as our lawmakers prepare to spend the next 120 days in Carson City, Nevada Independent reporter Tabitha Mueller tells us what we can expect from our representatives. Governor Joe Lombardo already called out some previously passed laws that need revision, but what other proposals will get attention this session? Co-host Vogue Robinson also wonders what life is like for our legislators who often have other careers. Find your representatives and let them know what’s important in your neighborhood here. Curious about a certain topic? You can sign up for updates on proposals here. And make sure to follow the Indy's legislature coverage here. We will be keeping an eye on things during the legislative session too. Make sure to sign up for our daily morning newsletter at lasvegas.citycast.fm/newsletter!  We’re also on social media! Follow us @CityCastVegas on Twitter and Instagram.  You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719.  Nevada’s biennial legislative session starts next Monday so as our lawmakers prepare to spend the next 120 days in Carson City, Nevada Independent reporter Tabitha Mueller tells us what we can expect from our representatives. Governor Joe Lombardo already called out some previously passed laws that need revision, but what other proposals will get attention this session? Co-host Vogue Robinson also wonders what life is like for our legislators who often have other careers.


Find your representatives and let them know what’s important in your neighborhood here.


Curious about a certain topic? You can sign up for updates on proposals here. And make sure to follow the Indy's legislature coverage here.


We will be keeping an eye on things during the legislative session too. Make sure to sign up for our daily morning newsletter at lasvegas.citycast.fm/newsletter! 


We’re also on social media! Follow us @CityCastVegas on Twitter and Instagram. 


You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719. 

]]> 1198 Who Can Fix Our Internet? https://lasvegas.citycast.fm You know we’re not done complaining about the internet — we’ve definitely got some quality issues here in Southern Nevada, especially for the price. Yesterday, we talked about how two companies, Cox and CenturyLink, got their stranglehold on the Las Vegas broadband market, and why treating the internet like a publicly-owned utility might be the answer — even though municipal internet is actually illegal in Nevada. Today, we get another take: Dayvid sits down with Brian Mitchell, Director of the NV Office of Science, Innovation & Technology. Brian oversees High Speed Nevada, a new initiative that just got $55 million in federal funding. Brian talks about his solutions for better broadband in Nevada, but also says that municipal networks might not be the panacea they’re touted as. Join the broadband conversation: OSIT wants your input! You can complete this form to join the process as a community partner. You can also take a speed test here to help OSIT see how fast internet speeds are in different parts of the state. And you can also submit a challenge to the FCC’s map of speeds at your address here. How do you feel about your internet service in Las Vegas? Leave us a voicemail (702-514-0719) or a comment on social media: We’re @CityCastVegas on Twitter and Instagram. Love what you hear? Get even more Vegas news, events and commentary when you sign up for our brilliant morning newsletter at lasvegas.citycast.fm/newsletter! Wed, 01 Feb 2023 14:00:00 -0000 Who Can Fix Our Internet? full City Cast You know we’re not done complaining about the internet — we’ve definitely got some quality issues here in Southern Nevada, especially for the price. Yesterday, we talked about how two companies, Cox and CenturyLink, got their stranglehold on the Las Vegas broadband market, and why treating the internet like a publicly-owned utility might be the answer — even though municipal internet is actually illegal in Nevada. Today, we get another take: Dayvid sits down with Brian Mitchell, Director of the NV Office of Science, Innovation & Technology. Brian oversees High Speed Nevada, a new initiative that just got $55 million in federal funding. Brian talks about his solutions for better broadband in Nevada, but also says that municipal networks might not be the panacea they’re touted as. Join the broadband conversation: OSIT wants your input! You can complete this form to join the process as a community partner. You can also take a speed test here to help OSIT see how fast internet speeds are in different parts of the state. And you can also submit a challenge to the FCC’s map of speeds at your address here. How do you feel about your internet service in Las Vegas? Leave us a voicemail (702-514-0719) or a comment on social media: We’re @CityCastVegas on Twitter and Instagram. Love what you hear? Get even more Vegas news, events and commentary when you sign up for our brilliant morning newsletter at lasvegas.citycast.fm/newsletter! You know we’re not done complaining about the internet — we’ve definitely got some quality issues here in Southern Nevada, especially for the price. Yesterday, we talked about how two companies, Cox and CenturyLink, got their stranglehold on the Las Vegas broadband market, and why treating the internet like a publicly-owned utility might be the answer — even though municipal internet is actually illegal in Nevada.


Today, we get another take: Dayvid sits down with Brian Mitchell, Director of the NV Office of Science, Innovation & Technology. Brian oversees High Speed Nevada, a new initiative that just got $55 million in federal funding. Brian talks about his solutions for better broadband in Nevada, but also says that municipal networks might not be the panacea they’re touted as.


Join the broadband conversation: OSIT wants your input! You can complete this form to join the process as a community partner. You can also take a speed test here to help OSIT see how fast internet speeds are in different parts of the state. And you can also submit a challenge to the FCC’s map of speeds at your address here.


How do you feel about your internet service in Las Vegas? Leave us a voicemail (702-514-0719) or a comment on social media: We’re @CityCastVegas on Twitter and Instagram.


Love what you hear? Get even more Vegas news, events and commentary when you sign up for our brilliant morning newsletter at lasvegas.citycast.fm/newsletter!

]]> 1258 Why Does Our Internet Suck? https://lasvegas.citycast.fm Look, it’s no secret that the internet options in Las Vegas aren’t great. We pay more than the rest of the country for slower speeds, and it’s worse if you’re in lower-income and less white parts of town. But why?? How did we get here? Today, Dayvid talks with Sean Gonsalves, senior reporter, editor and researcher at the Institute for Local Self-Reliance, who explains how Cox and CenturyLink established control here (hint: there’s a state law involved) and why treating the internet like a locally-owned utility could make all the difference. Don’t miss out on tomorrow’s episode, too: We’re talking with a Nevada state official about the big federal money headed our way for broadband investment — and why he doesn’t necessarily think that locally-owned municipal broadband is the answer. What’s your internet like in Southern Nevada? Got any good stories, gripes, or ideas? Leave us a voicemail at 702-514-0719. Or leave us a comment on social media @CityCastVegas on Twitter and Instagram. Want more Vegas news? Make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter at lasvegas.citycast.fm/newsletter! Tue, 31 Jan 2023 14:00:00 -0000 Why Does Our Internet Suck? full City Cast Look, it’s no secret that the internet options in Las Vegas aren’t great. We pay more than the rest of the country for slower speeds, and it’s worse if you’re in lower-income and less white parts of town. But why?? How did we get here? Today, Dayvid talks with Sean Gonsalves, senior reporter, editor and researcher at the Institute for Local Self-Reliance, who explains how Cox and CenturyLink established control here (hint: there’s a state law involved) and why treating the internet like a locally-owned utility could make all the difference. Don’t miss out on tomorrow’s episode, too: We’re talking with a Nevada state official about the big federal money headed our way for broadband investment — and why he doesn’t necessarily think that locally-owned municipal broadband is the answer. What’s your internet like in Southern Nevada? Got any good stories, gripes, or ideas? Leave us a voicemail at 702-514-0719. Or leave us a comment on social media @CityCastVegas on Twitter and Instagram. Want more Vegas news? Make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter at lasvegas.citycast.fm/newsletter! Look, it’s no secret that the internet options in Las Vegas aren’t great. We pay more than the rest of the country for slower speeds, and it’s worse if you’re in lower-income and less white parts of town. But why?? How did we get here? Today, Dayvid talks with Sean Gonsalves, senior reporter, editor and researcher at the Institute for Local Self-Reliance, who explains how Cox and CenturyLink established control here (hint: there’s a state law involved) and why treating the internet like a locally-owned utility could make all the difference.


Don’t miss out on tomorrow’s episode, too: We’re talking with a Nevada state official about the big federal money headed our way for broadband investment — and why he doesn’t necessarily think that locally-owned municipal broadband is the answer.


What’s your internet like in Southern Nevada? Got any good stories, gripes, or ideas? Leave us a voicemail at 702-514-0719. Or leave us a comment on social media @CityCastVegas on Twitter and Instagram.


Want more Vegas news? Make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter at lasvegas.citycast.fm/newsletter!

]]> 1258 How Hendertucky Got Hip Hey, did you know that Henderson is the second-largest city in Nevada? Yep, the sister “suburb” of Las Vegas, so often overlooked, has more people than Reno — and as proud Henderson resident (and CCLV producer) Layla Muhammad tells Dayvid, it’s actually not so very sleepy anymore. With the recent influx of sports facilities like the Raiders headquarters and the ongoing renovation of all those restaurants, breweries and bars on Water Street, Hendo is HAPPENING. Layla clues us into her favorite hikes, the best shopping, and great places to eat out in H-Town (and maybe, just maybe, we can all stop calling it Hender-tucky). Mon, 30 Jan 2023 14:00:00 -0000 How Hendertucky Got Hip full City Cast Hey, did you know that Henderson is the second-largest city in Nevada? Yep, the sister “suburb” of Las Vegas, so often overlooked, has more people than Reno — and as proud Henderson resident (and CCLV producer) Layla Muhammad tells Dayvid, it’s actually not so very sleepy anymore. With the recent influx of sports facilities like the Raiders headquarters and the ongoing renovation of all those restaurants, breweries and bars on Water Street, Hendo is HAPPENING. Layla clues us into her favorite hikes, the best shopping, and great places to eat out in H-Town (and maybe, just maybe, we can all stop calling it Hender-tucky). Hey, did you know that Henderson is the second-largest city in Nevada? Yep, the sister “suburb” of Las Vegas, so often overlooked, has more people than Reno — and as proud Henderson resident (and CCLV producer) Layla Muhammad tells Dayvid, it’s actually not so very sleepy anymore. With the recent influx of sports facilities like the Raiders headquarters and the ongoing renovation of all those restaurants, breweries and bars on Water Street, Hendo is HAPPENING. Layla clues us into her favorite hikes, the best shopping, and great places to eat out in H-Town (and maybe, just maybe, we can all stop calling it Hender-tucky).

]]> 1038 Jeff German’s Cellphone, Contaminated Cannabis and Verrry Expensive Reptiles https://lasvegas.citycast.fm This week, Vogue, Dayvid and Sonja look at a wild week of news: First up, journalist Jeff German’s murder investigation is back in the news, because his former employer, the Review-Journal, is locked in a battle with the LVMPD over German’s cellphone. So: Is a deceased journalist’s cellphone still protected under Nevada’s shield laws? And what happens now? Next, we cover the wild tale of Golden Knights goalie Robin Lehner’s bankruptcy, and the murdered owner of an exotic reptile breeding business that Lehner invested in. And if that wasn’t enough news to make your head spin, it looks like some contaminated cannabis has been making its way around the state… since 2021. But how contaminated is it, exactly? And what should we be worried about? For a list of the affected cannabis products and dispensaries where they were sold, you can download the product list spreadsheet here. Make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter for daily news updates at lasvegas.citycast.fm/newsletter!  Did you learn something new today? Let us know on social media! Follow us @CityCastVegas on Twitter and Instagram. You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719.  Fri, 27 Jan 2023 14:00:00 -0000 Jeff German’s Cellphone, Contaminated Cannabis and Verrry Expensive Reptiles full City Cast This week, Vogue, Dayvid and Sonja look at a wild week of news: First up, journalist Jeff German’s murder investigation is back in the news, because his former employer, the Review-Journal, is locked in a battle with the LVMPD over German’s cellphone. So: Is a deceased journalist’s cellphone still protected under Nevada’s shield laws? And what happens now? Next, we cover the wild tale of Golden Knights goalie Robin Lehner’s bankruptcy, and the murdered owner of an exotic reptile breeding business that Lehner invested in. And if that wasn’t enough news to make your head spin, it looks like some contaminated cannabis has been making its way around the state… since 2021. But how contaminated is it, exactly? And what should we be worried about? For a list of the affected cannabis products and dispensaries where they were sold, you can download the product list spreadsheet here. Make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter for daily news updates at lasvegas.citycast.fm/newsletter!  Did you learn something new today? Let us know on social media! Follow us @CityCastVegas on Twitter and Instagram. You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719.  This week, Vogue, Dayvid and Sonja look at a wild week of news: First up, journalist Jeff German’s murder investigation is back in the news, because his former employer, the Review-Journal, is locked in a battle with the LVMPD over German’s cellphone. So: Is a deceased journalist’s cellphone still protected under Nevada’s shield laws? And what happens now? Next, we cover the wild tale of Golden Knights goalie Robin Lehner’s bankruptcy, and the murdered owner of an exotic reptile breeding business that Lehner invested in. And if that wasn’t enough news to make your head spin, it looks like some contaminated cannabis has been making its way around the state… since 2021. But how contaminated is it, exactly? And what should we be worried about?


For a list of the affected cannabis products and dispensaries where they were sold, you can download the product list spreadsheet here.


Make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter for daily news updates at lasvegas.citycast.fm/newsletter! 


Did you learn something new today? Let us know on social media! Follow us @CityCastVegas on Twitter and Instagram.


You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719. 

]]> 1531 What We Can Learn From Lombardo's State Address https://lasvegas.citycast.fm/ Governor Joe Lombardo gave his first State of the State address on Monday, using the hour to detail a legislative agenda that included election reform, tax cuts, and education funding. Lombardo also took a few jabs at the Democratic legislature on healthcare and criminal justice. With the start of legislative session just around the corner, how will the Dems and our Republican governor get along? April Corbin Girnus, Deputy Editor at The Nevada Current, joins host Vogue Robinson to explain the major takeaways and what the reaction from Dems says about the next four years in Nevada. Curious about Nevada politics? Send us your questions at at 702-514-0719. We’re also on social media! Follow us @CityCastVegas on Twitter and Instagram.  Make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter at lasvegas.citycast.fm/newsletter for all the major news from the upcoming legislative session. Thu, 26 Jan 2023 14:00:00 -0000 full City Cast Governor Joe Lombardo gave his first State of the State address on Monday, using the hour to detail a legislative agenda that included election reform, tax cuts, and education funding. Lombardo also took a few jabs at the Democratic legislature on healthcare and criminal justice. With the start of legislative session just around the corner, how will the Dems and our Republican governor get along? April Corbin Girnus, Deputy Editor at The Nevada Current, joins host Vogue Robinson to explain the major takeaways and what the reaction from Dems says about the next four years in Nevada. Curious about Nevada politics? Send us your questions at at 702-514-0719. We’re also on social media! Follow us @CityCastVegas on Twitter and Instagram.  Make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter at lasvegas.citycast.fm/newsletter for all the major news from the upcoming legislative session. Governor Joe Lombardo gave his first State of the State address on Monday, using the hour to detail a legislative agenda that included election reform, tax cuts, and education funding. Lombardo also took a few jabs at the Democratic legislature on healthcare and criminal justice. With the start of legislative session just around the corner, how will the Dems and our Republican governor get along? April Corbin Girnus, Deputy Editor at The Nevada Current, joins host Vogue Robinson to explain the major takeaways and what the reaction from Dems says about the next four years in Nevada.


Curious about Nevada politics? Send us your questions at at 702-514-0719.


We’re also on social media! Follow us @CityCastVegas on Twitter and Instagram. 


Make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter at lasvegas.citycast.fm/newsletter for all the major news from the upcoming legislative session.

]]> 1311 Has Vegas Outgrown Elvis? https://lasvegas.citycast.fm To no one’s surprise, Baz Luhrmann’s blockbuster hit “Elvis” got several Oscar nods yesterday, including nominations for Best Picture and Best Actor. So should you add “Elvis” to your lineup of pre-Academy Awards movie nights? The City Cast Las Vegas team watched the film together last fall — and we’ve got mixed feelings. Today, Vogue, Dayvid and Layla discuss how Las Vegas is represented in the film, Elvis’s complicated legacy for Black musicians, and whether or not Elvis should continue to be our city’s unofficial mascot. Do you think Elvis is still the King of Las Vegas? Let us know on social media! Follow us @CityCastVegas on Twitterand Instagram. You can also leave your best Austin Butler-as-Elvis impression in our voicemail at 702-514-0719.  Want more Vegas news, hot takes, and witty commentary? Make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter at lasvegas.citycast.fm/newsletter! Wed, 25 Jan 2023 14:00:00 -0000 Has Vegas Outgrown Elvis? full City Cast To no one’s surprise, Baz Luhrmann’s blockbuster hit “Elvis” got several Oscar nods yesterday, including nominations for Best Picture and Best Actor. So should you add “Elvis” to your lineup of pre-Academy Awards movie nights? The City Cast Las Vegas team watched the film together last fall — and we’ve got mixed feelings. Today, Vogue, Dayvid and Layla discuss how Las Vegas is represented in the film, Elvis’s complicated legacy for Black musicians, and whether or not Elvis should continue to be our city’s unofficial mascot. Do you think Elvis is still the King of Las Vegas? Let us know on social media! Follow us @CityCastVegas on Twitterand Instagram. You can also leave your best Austin Butler-as-Elvis impression in our voicemail at 702-514-0719.  Want more Vegas news, hot takes, and witty commentary? Make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter at lasvegas.citycast.fm/newsletter! To no one’s surprise, Baz Luhrmann’s blockbuster hit “Elvis” got several Oscar nods yesterday, including nominations for Best Picture and Best Actor. So should you add “Elvis” to your lineup of pre-Academy Awards movie nights? The City Cast Las Vegas team watched the film together last fall — and we’ve got mixed feelings. Today, Vogue, Dayvid and Layla discuss how Las Vegas is represented in the film, Elvis’s complicated legacy for Black musicians, and whether or not Elvis should continue to be our city’s unofficial mascot.


Do you think Elvis is still the King of Las Vegas? Let us know on social media! Follow us @CityCastVegas on Twitterand Instagram.


You can also leave your best Austin Butler-as-Elvis impression in our voicemail at 702-514-0719. 


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]]> 1768 Will Vegas Finally Get a Cannabis-Friendly Hotel? https://lasvegas.citycast.fm/ Last week, the Artisan Hotel near the Strip made national news when its owners announced their plans to re-invent the venue as a “cannabis-friendly” resort. Why? Well, while weed might be legal in Nevada, Vegas isn’t exactly tourist-friendly when it comes to consumption — there’s a ban on public use, and so far, that includes hotels. With other state-level regulations in place, how likely is the Artisan to succeed? Today, Dayvid talks with Clark County Commissioner Tick Segerblom, whose district the Artisan is located in. Tick is well-known as an advocate for not only legalizing cannabis consumption, but also promoting Las Vegas as a cannabis destination — and he’s probably the only elected official currently serving in the U.S. with a strain of cannabis named after him. Tick talks about his high hopes for the Artisan, and why cannabis tourism projects have faced an uphill battle. Should Las Vegas allow cannabis-friendly resorts? What would you like to see in one? Let us know by leaving us a voicemail at 702-514-0719, or commenting on social media: @CityCastVegas on Twitter and Instagram. Want more Vegas news, fresh in your inbox at 6 a.m.? Yes, you do — trust us on this one. Sign up for our morning newsletter at lasvegas.citycast.fm/newsletter! Tue, 24 Jan 2023 14:00:00 -0000 Will Vegas Finally Get a Cannabis-Friendly Hotel? full City Cast Last week, the Artisan Hotel near the Strip made national news when its owners announced their plans to re-invent the venue as a “cannabis-friendly” resort. Why? Well, while weed might be legal in Nevada, Vegas isn’t exactly tourist-friendly when it comes to consumption — there’s a ban on public use, and so far, that includes hotels. With other state-level regulations in place, how likely is the Artisan to succeed? Today, Dayvid talks with Clark County Commissioner Tick Segerblom, whose district the Artisan is located in. Tick is well-known as an advocate for not only legalizing cannabis consumption, but also promoting Las Vegas as a cannabis destination — and he’s probably the only elected official currently serving in the U.S. with a strain of cannabis named after him. Tick talks about his high hopes for the Artisan, and why cannabis tourism projects have faced an uphill battle. Should Las Vegas allow cannabis-friendly resorts? What would you like to see in one? Let us know by leaving us a voicemail at 702-514-0719, or commenting on social media: @CityCastVegas on Twitter and Instagram. Want more Vegas news, fresh in your inbox at 6 a.m.? Yes, you do — trust us on this one. Sign up for our morning newsletter at lasvegas.citycast.fm/newsletter! Last week, the Artisan Hotel near the Strip made national news when its owners announced their plans to re-invent the venue as a “cannabis-friendly” resort. Why? Well, while weed might be legal in Nevada, Vegas isn’t exactly tourist-friendly when it comes to consumption — there’s a ban on public use, and so far, that includes hotels. With other state-level regulations in place, how likely is the Artisan to succeed?


Today, Dayvid talks with Clark County Commissioner Tick Segerblom, whose district the Artisan is located in. Tick is well-known as an advocate for not only legalizing cannabis consumption, but also promoting Las Vegas as a cannabis destination — and he’s probably the only elected official currently serving in the U.S. with a strain of cannabis named after him. Tick talks about his high hopes for the Artisan, and why cannabis tourism projects have faced an uphill battle.


Should Las Vegas allow cannabis-friendly resorts? What would you like to see in one? Let us know by leaving us a voicemail at 702-514-0719, or commenting on social media: @CityCastVegas on Twitter and Instagram.


Want more Vegas news, fresh in your inbox at 6 a.m.? Yes, you do — trust us on this one. Sign up for our morning newsletter at lasvegas.citycast.fm/newsletter!

]]> 1069 The Best Shortcuts for Vegas Drivers https://lasvegas.citycast.fm One of the best badges of being a local is knowing your way around town — like really, really knowing your way around those stupid-crowded intersections (we’re looking at you, Trop & LV Boulevard), crazy parking lots (thanks, Chinatown), and I-15 insanity when the SoCal tourists head home. So today on City Cast Las Vegas, lead producer Sonja Cho Swanson, producer Layla Muhammad, and co-host Dayvid Figler are sharing some of our very best insider knowledge: The best shortcuts to get you around town like a real local. A shout out to listener Poly Schmitt who suggested this episode topic — thank you, Poly! If you’ve got other episode ideas for us, call or text us at 702-514-0719. You can also hit us up on social media: Follow us @CityCastVegas on Twitter and Instagram. For more insider tips, hot takes, and fresh commentary, make sure to sign up for our amazing morning newsletter at lasvegas.citycast.fm/newsletter! Mon, 23 Jan 2023 14:00:00 -0000 The Best Shortcuts for Vegas Drivers full City Cast One of the best badges of being a local is knowing your way around town — like really, really knowing your way around those stupid-crowded intersections (we’re looking at you, Trop & LV Boulevard), crazy parking lots (thanks, Chinatown), and I-15 insanity when the SoCal tourists head home. So today on City Cast Las Vegas, lead producer Sonja Cho Swanson, producer Layla Muhammad, and co-host Dayvid Figler are sharing some of our very best insider knowledge: The best shortcuts to get you around town like a real local. A shout out to listener Poly Schmitt who suggested this episode topic — thank you, Poly! If you’ve got other episode ideas for us, call or text us at 702-514-0719. You can also hit us up on social media: Follow us @CityCastVegas on Twitter and Instagram. For more insider tips, hot takes, and fresh commentary, make sure to sign up for our amazing morning newsletter at lasvegas.citycast.fm/newsletter! One of the best badges of being a local is knowing your way around town — like really, really knowing your way around those stupid-crowded intersections (we’re looking at you, Trop & LV Boulevard), crazy parking lots (thanks, Chinatown), and I-15 insanity when the SoCal tourists head home. So today on City Cast Las Vegas, lead producer Sonja Cho Swanson, producer Layla Muhammad, and co-host Dayvid Figler are sharing some of our very best insider knowledge: The best shortcuts to get you around town like a real local.


A shout out to listener Poly Schmitt who suggested this episode topic — thank you, Poly! If you’ve got other episode ideas for us, call or text us at 702-514-0719. You can also hit us up on social media: Follow us @CityCastVegas on Twitter and Instagram.


For more insider tips, hot takes, and fresh commentary, make sure to sign up for our amazing morning newsletter at lasvegas.citycast.fm/newsletter!

]]> 1090 Helldorado is Back! Plus, DTLV’s Odd New Slogan and Kyle Rittenhouse https://lasvegas.citycast.fm/ It’s the end of a cold and rainy week here in Las Vegas, so today we’re cozying up to the week’s news with drinks in hand (it’s the end of Booze Week over here at CCLV, after all). Producer Layla Muhammad and co-host Dayvid Figler are joined by Jonah Gibbs, mixologist at Esther's Kitchen downtown — Jonah is whipping up a cocktail for each of our news items today: DTLV’s questionable new marketing campaign, the return of Helldorado Days, and the controversy surrounding Kyle Rittenhouse’s now-cancelled event at a gun convention, ShotShow, at the Venetian. Having trouble keeping up with all the Las Vegas news? Make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter at lasvegas.citycast.fm/newsletter!  We’re also on social media! Follow us and tell us how much you love or hate the rain @CityCastVegas on Twitter and Instagram.  You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719. (We love voicemails!) Fri, 20 Jan 2023 14:00:00 -0000 Helldorado is Back! Plus, DTLV’s Odd New Slogan and Kyle Rittenhouse full City Cast It’s the end of a cold and rainy week here in Las Vegas, so today we’re cozying up to the week’s news with drinks in hand (it’s the end of Booze Week over here at CCLV, after all). Producer Layla Muhammad and co-host Dayvid Figler are joined by Jonah Gibbs, mixologist at Esther's Kitchen downtown — Jonah is whipping up a cocktail for each of our news items today: DTLV’s questionable new marketing campaign, the return of Helldorado Days, and the controversy surrounding Kyle Rittenhouse’s now-cancelled event at a gun convention, ShotShow, at the Venetian. Having trouble keeping up with all the Las Vegas news? Make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter at lasvegas.citycast.fm/newsletter!  We’re also on social media! Follow us and tell us how much you love or hate the rain @CityCastVegas on Twitter and Instagram.  You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719. (We love voicemails!) It’s the end of a cold and rainy week here in Las Vegas, so today we’re cozying up to the week’s news with drinks in hand (it’s the end of Booze Week over here at CCLV, after all). Producer Layla Muhammad and co-host Dayvid Figler are joined by Jonah Gibbs, mixologist at Esther's Kitchen downtown — Jonah is whipping up a cocktail for each of our news items today: DTLV’s questionable new marketing campaign, the return of Helldorado Days, and the controversy surrounding Kyle Rittenhouse’s now-cancelled event at a gun convention, ShotShow, at the Venetian.


Having trouble keeping up with all the Las Vegas news? Make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter at lasvegas.citycast.fm/newsletter! 


We’re also on social media! Follow us and tell us how much you love or hate the rain @CityCastVegas on Twitter and Instagram. 


You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719. (We love voicemails!)

]]> 1670 The Best Happy Hours in Vegas Happy hour is a sacred time. Whether it’s an excuse to leave work early, or after a long shift, it’s not hard to find a restaurant or bar in Vegas that will cater to your discounted drink needs. Today, on Day 3 of City Cast Las Vegas’ Booze Week, co-hosts Dayvid Figler and Vogue Robinson pull up a chair with lead producer and foodie Sonja Cho Swanson to tell you where to find the best happy hour deals and how the concept of “happy hour” even started. CCLV happy hour picks: Tenaya Creek Brewery Hop Nuts Brewing  Cheesecake Factory  Sammy's Woodfired Pizza YU-OR-MI Sushi Bar Herbs and Rye  Starboard Tack  Izakaya Go  McMullan's Irish Pub Echo and Rig Listener picks: The Golden Tiki FireRock Steakhouse Pub 365 The Martini The Local Sickie’s Garage Lindo Michoacán Japaneiro The Pepper Club Hola Cocina and Cantina BJ’s Shuck’s Thank you to listeners Taylor, Keri, Kimiko, Mariann, Summer, Manuel, Daysie and Jannah for sharing your faves with us! Are we missing your favorite happy hour? Let us know in a voicemail at 702-514-0719. You can also join the conversation on social media! Follow us @CityCastVegas on Twitter and Instagram. Looking for more places to try and things to do in Vegas? Make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter at lasvegas.citycast.fm/newsletter! Thu, 19 Jan 2023 14:00:00 -0000 The Best Happy Hours in Vegas full City Cast Happy hour is a sacred time. Whether it’s an excuse to leave work early, or after a long shift, it’s not hard to find a restaurant or bar in Vegas that will cater to your discounted drink needs. Today, on Day 3 of City Cast Las Vegas’ Booze Week, co-hosts Dayvid Figler and Vogue Robinson pull up a chair with lead producer and foodie Sonja Cho Swanson to tell you where to find the best happy hour deals and how the concept of “happy hour” even started. CCLV happy hour picks: Tenaya Creek Brewery Hop Nuts Brewing  Cheesecake Factory  Sammy's Woodfired Pizza YU-OR-MI Sushi Bar Herbs and Rye  Starboard Tack  Izakaya Go  McMullan's Irish Pub Echo and Rig Listener picks: The Golden Tiki FireRock Steakhouse Pub 365 The Martini The Local Sickie’s Garage Lindo Michoacán Japaneiro The Pepper Club Hola Cocina and Cantina BJ’s Shuck’s Thank you to listeners Taylor, Keri, Kimiko, Mariann, Summer, Manuel, Daysie and Jannah for sharing your faves with us! Are we missing your favorite happy hour? Let us know in a voicemail at 702-514-0719. You can also join the conversation on social media! Follow us @CityCastVegas on Twitter and Instagram. Looking for more places to try and things to do in Vegas? Make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter at lasvegas.citycast.fm/newsletter! Happy hour is a sacred time. Whether it’s an excuse to leave work early, or after a long shift, it’s not hard to find a restaurant or bar in Vegas that will cater to your discounted drink needs. Today, on Day 3 of City Cast Las Vegas’ Booze Week, co-hosts Dayvid Figler and Vogue Robinson pull up a chair with lead producer and foodie Sonja Cho Swanson to tell you where to find the best happy hour deals and how the concept of “happy hour” even started.


CCLV happy hour picks:

Tenaya Creek Brewery

Hop Nuts Brewing 

Cheesecake Factory 

Sammy's Woodfired Pizza

YU-OR-MI Sushi Bar

Herbs and Rye 

Starboard Tack 

Izakaya Go 

McMullan's Irish Pub

Echo and Rig


Listener picks:

The Golden Tiki

FireRock Steakhouse

Pub 365

The Martini

The Local

Sickie’s Garage

Lindo Michoacán

Japaneiro

The Pepper Club

Hola Cocina and Cantina

BJ’s

Shuck’s


Thank you to listeners Taylor, Keri, Kimiko, Mariann, Summer, Manuel, Daysie and Jannah for sharing your faves with us!


Are we missing your favorite happy hour? Let us know in a voicemail at 702-514-0719. You can also join the conversation on social media! Follow us @CityCastVegas on Twitter and Instagram.


Looking for more places to try and things to do in Vegas? Make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter at lasvegas.citycast.fm/newsletter!

]]> 1165 How to be Sober in Vegas https://lasvegas.citycast.fm It’s Booze Week over here at CCLV — but for a lot of you, it’s also Dry January. So what’s a Las Vegan to drink when they’re not drinking, for whatever reason? Artist Kim Miller knows first-hand what it’s like to start a sober journey in our booze-friendly town, and started the blog Sober in Vegas to help others on their journeys, too. Today, co-host Vogue Robinson chats with Kim about the best non-alcoholic drinks in town, her starter guide for the sober-curious, and why going alcohol-free is more accessible than ever in Las Vegas. For more resources, be sure to check out Kim's list here. We want to hear about your favorite happy hours! Are they sober friendly? Let us know by leaving a voicemail at 702-514-0719. You can also shout at us on social media! Follow us @CityCastVegas on Twitter and Instagram.  Want more Vegas news? Make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter at lasvegas.citycast.fm/newsletter!  Wed, 18 Jan 2023 14:00:00 -0000 How to be Sober in Vegas full City Cast It’s Booze Week over here at CCLV — but for a lot of you, it’s also Dry January. So what’s a Las Vegan to drink when they’re not drinking, for whatever reason? Artist Kim Miller knows first-hand what it’s like to start a sober journey in our booze-friendly town, and started the blog Sober in Vegas to help others on their journeys, too. Today, co-host Vogue Robinson chats with Kim about the best non-alcoholic drinks in town, her starter guide for the sober-curious, and why going alcohol-free is more accessible than ever in Las Vegas. For more resources, be sure to check out Kim's list here. We want to hear about your favorite happy hours! Are they sober friendly? Let us know by leaving a voicemail at 702-514-0719. You can also shout at us on social media! Follow us @CityCastVegas on Twitter and Instagram.  Want more Vegas news? Make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter at lasvegas.citycast.fm/newsletter!  It’s Booze Week over here at CCLV — but for a lot of you, it’s also Dry January. So what’s a Las Vegan to drink when they’re not drinking, for whatever reason? Artist Kim Miller knows first-hand what it’s like to start a sober journey in our booze-friendly town, and started the blog Sober in Vegas to help others on their journeys, too. Today, co-host Vogue Robinson chats with Kim about the best non-alcoholic drinks in town, her starter guide for the sober-curious, and why going alcohol-free is more accessible than ever in Las Vegas.


For more resources, be sure to check out Kim's list here.


We want to hear about your favorite happy hours! Are they sober friendly? Let us know by leaving a voicemail at 702-514-0719.


You can also shout at us on social media! Follow us @CityCastVegas on Twitter and Instagram. 


Want more Vegas news? Make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter at lasvegas.citycast.fm/newsletter! 

]]> 1284 The Secret History of Speakeasies in Las Vegas https://lasvegas.citycast.fm/ One hundred and three years ago today, Prohibition became the law of the land. To no one’s surprise, mobsters found a way around it, and speakeasies were born. During a visit to The Underground, the Mob Museum’s Director of Education Claire White tells co-host Vogue Robinson about 1920s Vegas speakeasies, women bootleggers, and how no ban was going to keep Vegas from its vices. Mix your favorite drink and listen along! Do you have a favorite hidden bar in Vegas? Let us know how to get in on our socials — we’re @CityCastVegas on Twitter and Instagram. You can also leave us a voicemail at 702-514-0719. Don’t worry, we’ll only share it with all our listeners.  On the search for more hidden Vegas spots? Make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter at lasvegas.citycast.fm/newsletter!  Tue, 17 Jan 2023 14:00:00 -0000 The Secret History of Speakeasies in Las Vegas full City Cast One hundred and three years ago today, Prohibition became the law of the land. To no one’s surprise, mobsters found a way around it, and speakeasies were born. During a visit to The Underground, the Mob Museum’s Director of Education Claire White tells co-host Vogue Robinson about 1920s Vegas speakeasies, women bootleggers, and how no ban was going to keep Vegas from its vices. Mix your favorite drink and listen along! Do you have a favorite hidden bar in Vegas? Let us know how to get in on our socials — we’re @CityCastVegas on Twitter and Instagram. You can also leave us a voicemail at 702-514-0719. Don’t worry, we’ll only share it with all our listeners.  On the search for more hidden Vegas spots? Make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter at lasvegas.citycast.fm/newsletter!  One hundred and three years ago today, Prohibition became the law of the land. To no one’s surprise, mobsters found a way around it, and speakeasies were born. During a visit to The Underground, the Mob Museum’s Director of Education Claire White tells co-host Vogue Robinson about 1920s Vegas speakeasies, women bootleggers, and how no ban was going to keep Vegas from its vices. Mix your favorite drink and listen along!


Do you have a favorite hidden bar in Vegas? Let us know how to get in on our socials — we’re @CityCastVegas on Twitter and Instagram.


You can also leave us a voicemail at 702-514-0719. Don’t worry, we’ll only share it with all our listeners. 


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]]> 1326 Is This Fiore’s Last Fight in Vegas? Plus, Farewell to Carr, and More Flight Delays https://lasvegas.citycast.fm/ It’s Friday, y’all! And today, lead producer Sonja Cho Swanson is joined by newsletter editor Scott Dickensheets and guest Joey Lovato, multimedia editor at the Nevada Independent. We get into some of the week's capital-D drama: the uproar over Derek Carr’s departure from the Raiders; Michele Fiore’s last (or is it?) fight in Las Vegas before she gets judgey in Pahrump; and, in light of this week's cascading flight delays, what would we do with six hours to kill at Harry Reid International? If you could keep ONE of the following in Las Vegas, which would it be: Derek Carr, Michele Fiore, or your next flight leaving on time? Let us know: Leave us a voicemail at 702-514-0719, or hit us up on social media! We’re @CityCastVegas on Twitter and Instagram. For all the news that’s fit to email, get yourself signed up for our daily newsletter. It’s chock full of current events, smart commentary, and what to do with your precious free time. Sign up at lasvegas.citycast.fm/newsletter! Fri, 13 Jan 2023 14:00:00 -0000 Is This Fiore’s Last Fight in Vegas? Plus, Farewell to Carr, and More Flight Delays full City Cast It’s Friday, y’all! And today, lead producer Sonja Cho Swanson is joined by newsletter editor Scott Dickensheets and guest Joey Lovato, multimedia editor at the Nevada Independent. We get into some of the week's capital-D drama: the uproar over Derek Carr’s departure from the Raiders; Michele Fiore’s last (or is it?) fight in Las Vegas before she gets judgey in Pahrump; and, in light of this week's cascading flight delays, what would we do with six hours to kill at Harry Reid International? If you could keep ONE of the following in Las Vegas, which would it be: Derek Carr, Michele Fiore, or your next flight leaving on time? Let us know: Leave us a voicemail at 702-514-0719, or hit us up on social media! We’re @CityCastVegas on Twitter and Instagram. For all the news that’s fit to email, get yourself signed up for our daily newsletter. It’s chock full of current events, smart commentary, and what to do with your precious free time. Sign up at lasvegas.citycast.fm/newsletter! It’s Friday, y’all! And today, lead producer Sonja Cho Swanson is joined by newsletter editor Scott Dickensheets and guest Joey Lovato, multimedia editor at the Nevada Independent. We get into some of the week's capital-D drama: the uproar over Derek Carr’s departure from the Raiders; Michele Fiore’s last (or is it?) fight in Las Vegas before she gets judgey in Pahrump; and, in light of this week's cascading flight delays, what would we do with six hours to kill at Harry Reid International?


If you could keep ONE of the following in Las Vegas, which would it be: Derek Carr, Michele Fiore, or your next flight leaving on time? Let us know: Leave us a voicemail at 702-514-0719, or hit us up on social media! We’re @CityCastVegas on Twitter and Instagram.


For all the news that’s fit to email, get yourself signed up for our daily newsletter. It’s chock full of current events, smart commentary, and what to do with your precious free time. Sign up at lasvegas.citycast.fm/newsletter!

]]> 1383 A Newcomer’s Guide to Vegas https://lasvegas.citycast.fm 60,000 people are slated to move to Las Vegas this year — so what do brand-new residents of our city need to know? Co-host Dayvid Figler and lead producer Sonja Cho Swanson sit down with one of Las Vegas’s newest residents (and a City Cast colleague!), Kristine Johnson, to answer all of her questions about settling down in Sin City: How purple are we, really? What’s the best way to make (and keep) friends in our party-hardy, transient town? And how do Las Vegans actually handle the heat? (Hint: there are hot water bottles involved.) Are you new to Vegas? Got some advice that newcomers need to know? Tell us in a voicemail at 702-514-0719. You can also join the conversation on social media! Follow us @CityCastVegas on Twitter and Instagram.  For all the neighborhood guides, get-to-knows, and essential Las Vegan information, make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter at lasvegas.citycast.fm/newsletter!  Thu, 12 Jan 2023 14:00:00 -0000 A Newcomer’s Guide to Vegas full City Cast 60,000 people are slated to move to Las Vegas this year — so what do brand-new residents of our city need to know? Co-host Dayvid Figler and lead producer Sonja Cho Swanson sit down with one of Las Vegas’s newest residents (and a City Cast colleague!), Kristine Johnson, to answer all of her questions about settling down in Sin City: How purple are we, really? What’s the best way to make (and keep) friends in our party-hardy, transient town? And how do Las Vegans actually handle the heat? (Hint: there are hot water bottles involved.) Are you new to Vegas? Got some advice that newcomers need to know? Tell us in a voicemail at 702-514-0719. You can also join the conversation on social media! Follow us @CityCastVegas on Twitter and Instagram.  For all the neighborhood guides, get-to-knows, and essential Las Vegan information, make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter at lasvegas.citycast.fm/newsletter!  60,000 people are slated to move to Las Vegas this year — so what do brand-new residents of our city need to know? Co-host Dayvid Figler and lead producer Sonja Cho Swanson sit down with one of Las Vegas’s newest residents (and a City Cast colleague!), Kristine Johnson, to answer all of her questions about settling down in Sin City: How purple are we, really? What’s the best way to make (and keep) friends in our party-hardy, transient town? And how do Las Vegans actually handle the heat? (Hint: there are hot water bottles involved.)


Are you new to Vegas? Got some advice that newcomers need to know? Tell us in a voicemail at 702-514-0719.


You can also join the conversation on social media! Follow us @CityCastVegas on Twitter and Instagram. 


For all the neighborhood guides, get-to-knows, and essential Las Vegan information, make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter at lasvegas.citycast.fm/newsletter! 

]]> 1264 How The Iconic Plaza Hotel Stays Relevant https://lasvegas.citycast.fm/ At the time it was built in 1971, The Plaza Hotel was the biggest casino in the world. But now, Las Vegas looks very different from the seventies when the property was at its peak. So has The Plaza escaped the fate of implosion like other older casinos? CEO Jonathan Jossel joins co-host Dayvid Figler to talk through new developments at The Plaza and how the iconic casino has been able to stay relevant. Where else do you see bits of old school Vegas? Let us know your favorite places on socials @CityCastVegas on Twitter and Instagram. You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719. Our morning newsletter has all the old school Vegas fun facts! Make sure to sign up at lasvegas.citycast.fm/newsletter!  Wed, 11 Jan 2023 14:00:00 -0000 How The Iconic Plaza Hotel Stays Relevant full City Cast At the time it was built in 1971, The Plaza Hotel was the biggest casino in the world. But now, Las Vegas looks very different from the seventies when the property was at its peak. So has The Plaza escaped the fate of implosion like other older casinos? CEO Jonathan Jossel joins co-host Dayvid Figler to talk through new developments at The Plaza and how the iconic casino has been able to stay relevant. Where else do you see bits of old school Vegas? Let us know your favorite places on socials @CityCastVegas on Twitter and Instagram. You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719. Our morning newsletter has all the old school Vegas fun facts! Make sure to sign up at lasvegas.citycast.fm/newsletter!  At the time it was built in 1971, The Plaza Hotel was the biggest casino in the world. But now, Las Vegas looks very different from the seventies when the property was at its peak. So has The Plaza escaped the fate of implosion like other older casinos? CEO Jonathan Jossel joins co-host Dayvid Figler to talk through new developments at The Plaza and how the iconic casino has been able to stay relevant.


Where else do you see bits of old school Vegas? Let us know your favorite places on socials @CityCastVegas on Twitter and Instagram.


You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719.


Our morning newsletter has all the old school Vegas fun facts! Make sure to sign up at lasvegas.citycast.fm/newsletter! 

]]> 1415 The Coolest Tech at CES 2023 https://lasvegas.citycast.fm/ The Consumer Electronics Show is considered the most influential technology trade show in the world — and it's taken place in Las Vegas for 25 years now. CES 2023 brought in over 100,000 attendees this past weekend, showcasing the newest and most innovative tech from around the world. Most locals just know it's going to be a busy weekend, but producer Layla Muhammad steps inside Vegas’ biggest convention to see what all the hype is about. From the coolest new tech to her disappointment in the Vegas Loop, she gives co-host Vogue Robinson the full download. For more explainers and insider tips, make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter at lasvegas.citycast.fm/newsletter!  What Las Vegas events and conventions would you like an inside look at? Let us know by call or text at 702-514-0719. We’re also on social media! Follow us @CityCastVegas on Twitter and Instagram.  Tue, 10 Jan 2023 14:00:00 -0000 The Coolest Tech at CES 2023 full City Cast The Consumer Electronics Show is considered the most influential technology trade show in the world — and it's taken place in Las Vegas for 25 years now. CES 2023 brought in over 100,000 attendees this past weekend, showcasing the newest and most innovative tech from around the world. Most locals just know it's going to be a busy weekend, but producer Layla Muhammad steps inside Vegas’ biggest convention to see what all the hype is about. From the coolest new tech to her disappointment in the Vegas Loop, she gives co-host Vogue Robinson the full download. For more explainers and insider tips, make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter at lasvegas.citycast.fm/newsletter!  What Las Vegas events and conventions would you like an inside look at? Let us know by call or text at 702-514-0719. We’re also on social media! Follow us @CityCastVegas on Twitter and Instagram.  The Consumer Electronics Show is considered the most influential technology trade show in the world — and it's taken place in Las Vegas for 25 years now. CES 2023 brought in over 100,000 attendees this past weekend, showcasing the newest and most innovative tech from around the world. Most locals just know it's going to be a busy weekend, but producer Layla Muhammad steps inside Vegas’ biggest convention to see what all the hype is about. From the coolest new tech to her disappointment in the Vegas Loop, she gives co-host Vogue Robinson the full download.


For more explainers and insider tips, make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter at lasvegas.citycast.fm/newsletter! 


What Las Vegas events and conventions would you like an inside look at? Let us know by call or text at 702-514-0719.


We’re also on social media! Follow us @CityCastVegas on Twitter and Instagram. 

]]> 1079 Covid Didn’t Kill These Unhoused People — So What Did? https://lasvegas.citycast.fm Deaths in Southern Nevada’s homeless population spiked in 2021 — but it wasn’t because of COVID, reporter Michael Lyle tells us. In today’s episode, lead producer Sonja Cho Swanson sits down with Michael to talk about why so many unhoused people are dying in our city, why so few of those deaths were due to COVID, and what the real causes say about the precarity of life on the streets in Las Vegas. Make sure to read Michael’s article in the Nevada Current, published today. What are your ideas for solving homelessness in Las Vegas? Hit us up on social media @CityCastVegas on Twitter and Instagram or leave us a voicemail at 702-514-0719. For even more Vegas news, make sure to sign up for our daily newsletter, fresh-baked and hot out of the inbox at 6 a.m. every morning, at lasvegas.citycast.fm/newsletter! Mon, 09 Jan 2023 14:00:00 -0000 Covid Didn’t Kill These Unhoused People — So What Did? full City Cast Deaths in Southern Nevada’s homeless population spiked in 2021 — but it wasn’t because of COVID, reporter Michael Lyle tells us. In today’s episode, lead producer Sonja Cho Swanson sits down with Michael to talk about why so many unhoused people are dying in our city, why so few of those deaths were due to COVID, and what the real causes say about the precarity of life on the streets in Las Vegas. Make sure to read Michael’s article in the Nevada Current, published today. What are your ideas for solving homelessness in Las Vegas? Hit us up on social media @CityCastVegas on Twitter and Instagram or leave us a voicemail at 702-514-0719. For even more Vegas news, make sure to sign up for our daily newsletter, fresh-baked and hot out of the inbox at 6 a.m. every morning, at lasvegas.citycast.fm/newsletter! Deaths in Southern Nevada’s homeless population spiked in 2021 — but it wasn’t because of COVID, reporter Michael Lyle tells us. In today’s episode, lead producer Sonja Cho Swanson sits down with Michael to talk about why so many unhoused people are dying in our city, why so few of those deaths were due to COVID, and what the real causes say about the precarity of life on the streets in Las Vegas. Make sure to read Michael’s article in the Nevada Current, published today.


What are your ideas for solving homelessness in Las Vegas? Hit us up on social media @CityCastVegas on Twitter and Instagram or leave us a voicemail at 702-514-0719.


For even more Vegas news, make sure to sign up for our daily newsletter, fresh-baked and hot out of the inbox at 6 a.m. every morning, at lasvegas.citycast.fm/newsletter!

]]> 1071 Free Flights for Cats, Billion Dollar Buildings, and a Debate Over “Sin City” https://lasvegas.citycast.fm/ In our first Friday news roundup of 2023, co-host Vogue Robinson sits down with producers Sonja Cho Swanson and Layla Muhammad to discuss the $3.2 billion worth of highly anticipated construction projects supposedly being completed this year and which ones we'd abandon, celebrate, or implode (hypothetically speaking, of course). Plus, we talk about why Frontier Airlines donated free flights for those adopting kittens from The Animal Foundation, and we read some of your responses to newsletter editor Scott Dickensheets’ question, “Do locals hate the name 'Sin City?'” Special thanks to newsletter readers Matt Jacob, Christy Clayton, Tami Belt, Jen Mujica, and Patty Johnson for sharing their thoughts with us. Don’t miss out on Scott’s next query for Vegas locals! Make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter at lasvegas.citycast.fm/newsletter.  Do you think Vegas needs a new nickname? If so, we want to hear your ideas! Let us know on social media @CityCastVegas on Twitter and Instagram. You can also leave us a voicemail at 702-514-0719. Fri, 06 Jan 2023 14:00:00 -0000 Free Flights for Cats, Billion Dollar Buildings, and a Debate Over “Sin City” full City Cast In our first Friday news roundup of 2023, co-host Vogue Robinson sits down with producers Sonja Cho Swanson and Layla Muhammad to discuss the $3.2 billion worth of highly anticipated construction projects supposedly being completed this year and which ones we'd abandon, celebrate, or implode (hypothetically speaking, of course). Plus, we talk about why Frontier Airlines donated free flights for those adopting kittens from The Animal Foundation, and we read some of your responses to newsletter editor Scott Dickensheets’ question, “Do locals hate the name 'Sin City?'” Special thanks to newsletter readers Matt Jacob, Christy Clayton, Tami Belt, Jen Mujica, and Patty Johnson for sharing their thoughts with us. Don’t miss out on Scott’s next query for Vegas locals! Make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter at lasvegas.citycast.fm/newsletter.  Do you think Vegas needs a new nickname? If so, we want to hear your ideas! Let us know on social media @CityCastVegas on Twitter and Instagram. You can also leave us a voicemail at 702-514-0719. In our first Friday news roundup of 2023, co-host Vogue Robinson sits down with producers Sonja Cho Swanson and Layla Muhammad to discuss the $3.2 billion worth of highly anticipated construction projects supposedly being completed this year and which ones we'd abandon, celebrate, or implode (hypothetically speaking, of course). Plus, we talk about why Frontier Airlines donated free flights for those adopting kittens from The Animal Foundation, and we read some of your responses to newsletter editor Scott Dickensheets’ question, “Do locals hate the name 'Sin City?'”


Special thanks to newsletter readers Matt Jacob, Christy Clayton, Tami Belt, Jen Mujica, and Patty Johnson for sharing their thoughts with us.


Don’t miss out on Scott’s next query for Vegas locals! Make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter at lasvegas.citycast.fm/newsletter. 


Do you think Vegas needs a new nickname? If so, we want to hear your ideas! Let us know on social media @CityCastVegas on Twitter and Instagram. You can also leave us a voicemail at 702-514-0719.

]]> 1362 Sisolak’s Former Chief of Staff Reflects https://lasvegas.citycast.fm Yvanna Cancela has long been a familiar name in Nevada politics — and she’s just finished a stint as chief of staff for now-former governor Steve Sisolak. In a candid conversation with co-host Dayvid Figler, Cancela looks back at Sisolak’s tenure, how the pandemic and the Northshore testing controversy affected the election, her advice for Gov. Joe Lombardo’s incoming chief of staff, and what’s next for the governor’s office and Yvanna herself. Thoughts, questions, ideas? Leave us a voicemail or text us at 702-514-0719, or hit us up on social media @CityCastVegas on Twitter and Instagram. For more Vegas news, events and commentary, you’ll want to sign up for our brilliant morning newsletter at lasvegas.citycast.fm/newsletter — hot off the presses (i.e., Scott’s keyboard)! Thu, 05 Jan 2023 14:00:00 -0000 Sisolak’s Former Chief of Staff Reflects full City Cast Yvanna Cancela has long been a familiar name in Nevada politics — and she’s just finished a stint as chief of staff for now-former governor Steve Sisolak. In a candid conversation with co-host Dayvid Figler, Cancela looks back at Sisolak’s tenure, how the pandemic and the Northshore testing controversy affected the election, her advice for Gov. Joe Lombardo’s incoming chief of staff, and what’s next for the governor’s office and Yvanna herself. Thoughts, questions, ideas? Leave us a voicemail or text us at 702-514-0719, or hit us up on social media @CityCastVegas on Twitter and Instagram. For more Vegas news, events and commentary, you’ll want to sign up for our brilliant morning newsletter at lasvegas.citycast.fm/newsletter — hot off the presses (i.e., Scott’s keyboard)! Yvanna Cancela has long been a familiar name in Nevada politics — and she’s just finished a stint as chief of staff for now-former governor Steve Sisolak. In a candid conversation with co-host Dayvid Figler, Cancela looks back at Sisolak’s tenure, how the pandemic and the Northshore testing controversy affected the election, her advice for Gov. Joe Lombardo’s incoming chief of staff, and what’s next for the governor’s office and Yvanna herself.


Thoughts, questions, ideas? Leave us a voicemail or text us at 702-514-0719, or hit us up on social media @CityCastVegas on Twitter and Instagram.


For more Vegas news, events and commentary, you’ll want to sign up for our brilliant morning newsletter at lasvegas.citycast.fm/newsletter — hot off the presses (i.e., Scott’s keyboard)!

]]> 1415 What’s in the Cards For Vegas in 2023? https://lasvegas.citycast.fm To celebrate a new year in Las Vegas, we are swapping our playing cards for tarot cards with long-time Las Vegan and certified psychic Michele Tell (thesignsoftarot.com). Michele joins co-host Dayvid Figler to give us the 2023 prediction for our city. From our economy to where locals could see changes ahead, tune in for a fun conversation about what’s in the cards for Vegas in 2023! Have your own Las Vegas predictions? Let us know @CityCastVegas on Twitter and Instagram. Or leave us a voicemail at 702-514-0719. Want more Vegas news? Make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter at lasvegas.citycast.fm/newsletter! Wed, 04 Jan 2023 14:00:00 -0000 What’s in the Cards For Vegas in 2023? full City Cast To celebrate a new year in Las Vegas, we are swapping our playing cards for tarot cards with long-time Las Vegan and certified psychic Michele Tell (thesignsoftarot.com). Michele joins co-host Dayvid Figler to give us the 2023 prediction for our city. From our economy to where locals could see changes ahead, tune in for a fun conversation about what’s in the cards for Vegas in 2023! Have your own Las Vegas predictions? Let us know @CityCastVegas on Twitter and Instagram. Or leave us a voicemail at 702-514-0719. Want more Vegas news? Make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter at lasvegas.citycast.fm/newsletter! To celebrate a new year in Las Vegas, we are swapping our playing cards for tarot cards with long-time Las Vegan and certified psychic Michele Tell (thesignsoftarot.com). Michele joins co-host Dayvid Figler to give us the 2023 prediction for our city. From our economy to where locals could see changes ahead, tune in for a fun conversation about what’s in the cards for Vegas in 2023!


Have your own Las Vegas predictions? Let us know @CityCastVegas on Twitter and Instagram. Or leave us a voicemail at 702-514-0719.


Want more Vegas news? Make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter at lasvegas.citycast.fm/newsletter!

]]> 1208 Your 2023 Resolutions For Las Vegas https://lasvegas.citycast.fm/ We asked, you answered: What should our city’s resolutions for 2023 be? So today, co-hosts Vogue Robinson and Dayvid Figler sit down to listen to your voicemails and chat about what Las Vegans want for Las Vegas. Spoiler alert: A LOT of y’all talked about traffic (no surprise there). Shout outs to Eric, Mallory, Chris, Bryan, Patrick, Veronica, Tami, GW, Camelot, Gemini, Crystal, Lucas, Scott, and Marc for sharing your city resolutions with us. Didn’t call in with your resolution in time? We’d still love to hear it! Leave a voicemail at 702-514-0719, or hit us up on social media — you can find us @CityCastVegas on Twitter and Instagram. Did you enjoy that sneak peek of Scott’s wit in the show? Get even more of that snark and banter (plus news, events and more) when you sign up for our morning newsletter at lasvegas.citycast.fm/newsletter! Tue, 03 Jan 2023 14:00:00 -0000 Your 2023 Resolutions For Las Vegas full City Cast We asked, you answered: What should our city’s resolutions for 2023 be? So today, co-hosts Vogue Robinson and Dayvid Figler sit down to listen to your voicemails and chat about what Las Vegans want for Las Vegas. Spoiler alert: A LOT of y’all talked about traffic (no surprise there). Shout outs to Eric, Mallory, Chris, Bryan, Patrick, Veronica, Tami, GW, Camelot, Gemini, Crystal, Lucas, Scott, and Marc for sharing your city resolutions with us. Didn’t call in with your resolution in time? We’d still love to hear it! Leave a voicemail at 702-514-0719, or hit us up on social media — you can find us @CityCastVegas on Twitter and Instagram. Did you enjoy that sneak peek of Scott’s wit in the show? Get even more of that snark and banter (plus news, events and more) when you sign up for our morning newsletter at lasvegas.citycast.fm/newsletter! We asked, you answered: What should our city’s resolutions for 2023 be? So today, co-hosts Vogue Robinson and Dayvid Figler sit down to listen to your voicemails and chat about what Las Vegans want for Las Vegas. Spoiler alert: A LOT of y’all talked about traffic (no surprise there).


Shout outs to Eric, Mallory, Chris, Bryan, Patrick, Veronica, Tami, GW, Camelot, Gemini, Crystal, Lucas, Scott, and Marc for sharing your city resolutions with us.


Didn’t call in with your resolution in time? We’d still love to hear it! Leave a voicemail at 702-514-0719, or hit us up on social media — you can find us @CityCastVegas on Twitter and Instagram.


Did you enjoy that sneak peek of Scott’s wit in the show? Get even more of that snark and banter (plus news, events and more) when you sign up for our morning newsletter at lasvegas.citycast.fm/newsletter!

]]> 1307 A Big Win for Nevada’s Public Lands https://lasvegas.citycast.fm Avi Kwa Ame is the Mojave name for Spirit Mountain and the surrounding landscape, which is sacred to over 12 Indigenous tribes. Since we aired this episode in August about the effort to protect the area for cultural and recreational purposes, President Biden expressed his intention to designate Avi Kwa Ame as a National Monument.  The Conservation Lands Foundation works with advocates to hold the Bureau of Land Management accountable and works to secure the safety of Avi Kwa Ame. Associate Program Director Bertha Gutierrez sits down with host Vogue Robinson to explain its importance to Indigenous tribes, why they are working towards a national monument designation, and how this would benefit all of us. Have you been to Avi Kwa Ame? What do you think about the monument proposal? Leave us a message or send us a text at 702-514-0719, or follow us @CityCastVegas on Twitter and Instagram. Want more Vegas news? Make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter at lasvegas.citycast.fm/newsletter!  Fri, 30 Dec 2022 14:00:00 -0000 A Big Win for Nevada’s Public Lands full City Cast Avi Kwa Ame is the Mojave name for Spirit Mountain and the surrounding landscape, which is sacred to over 12 Indigenous tribes. Since we aired this episode in August about the effort to protect the area for cultural and recreational purposes, President Biden expressed his intention to designate Avi Kwa Ame as a National Monument.  The Conservation Lands Foundation works with advocates to hold the Bureau of Land Management accountable and works to secure the safety of Avi Kwa Ame. Associate Program Director Bertha Gutierrez sits down with host Vogue Robinson to explain its importance to Indigenous tribes, why they are working towards a national monument designation, and how this would benefit all of us. Have you been to Avi Kwa Ame? What do you think about the monument proposal? Leave us a message or send us a text at 702-514-0719, or follow us @CityCastVegas on Twitter and Instagram. Want more Vegas news? Make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter at lasvegas.citycast.fm/newsletter!  Avi Kwa Ame is the Mojave name for Spirit Mountain and the surrounding landscape, which is sacred to over 12 Indigenous tribes. Since we aired this episode in August about the effort to protect the area for cultural and recreational purposes, President Biden expressed his intention to designate Avi Kwa Ame as a National Monument. 


The Conservation Lands Foundation works with advocates to hold the Bureau of Land Management accountable and works to secure the safety of Avi Kwa Ame. Associate Program Director Bertha Gutierrez sits down with host Vogue Robinson to explain its importance to Indigenous tribes, why they are working towards a national monument designation, and how this would benefit all of us.


Have you been to Avi Kwa Ame? What do you think about the monument proposal? Leave us a message or send us a text at 702-514-0719, or follow us @CityCastVegas on Twitter and Instagram.


Want more Vegas news? Make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter at lasvegas.citycast.fm/newsletter! 

]]> 1409 Public Official Goes to Trial For Journalist Murder https://lasvegas.citycast.fm Arguably the biggest story out of Vegas this year was the murder of veteran Review-Journal investigative reporter Jeff German. German was found stabbed outside his home in September. Police found DNA at the scene matching Robert Telles, a Clark County public administrator who was the subject of German’s reporting. Lead producer Sonja Cho Swanson gets an update from our resident lawyer, co-host Dayvid Figler, before we revisit an episode where Sonja, Dayvid, and newsletter editor Scott Dickensheets remember German and discuss the increasingly hostile attitudes towards journalists in America. Stay up-to-date on the biggest Las Vegas stories by subscribing to our morning newsletter at lasvegas.citycast.fm/newsletter!  You can join the conversation by following us @CityCastVegas on Twitter and Instagram.  You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719.  Thu, 29 Dec 2022 14:00:00 -0000 Public Official Goes to Trial For Journalist Murder full City Cast Arguably the biggest story out of Vegas this year was the murder of veteran Review-Journal investigative reporter Jeff German. German was found stabbed outside his home in September. Police found DNA at the scene matching Robert Telles, a Clark County public administrator who was the subject of German’s reporting. Lead producer Sonja Cho Swanson gets an update from our resident lawyer, co-host Dayvid Figler, before we revisit an episode where Sonja, Dayvid, and newsletter editor Scott Dickensheets remember German and discuss the increasingly hostile attitudes towards journalists in America. Stay up-to-date on the biggest Las Vegas stories by subscribing to our morning newsletter at lasvegas.citycast.fm/newsletter!  You can join the conversation by following us @CityCastVegas on Twitter and Instagram.  You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719.  Arguably the biggest story out of Vegas this year was the murder of veteran Review-Journal investigative reporter Jeff German. German was found stabbed outside his home in September. Police found DNA at the scene matching Robert Telles, a Clark County public administrator who was the subject of German’s reporting. Lead producer Sonja Cho Swanson gets an update from our resident lawyer, co-host Dayvid Figler, before we revisit an episode where Sonja, Dayvid, and newsletter editor Scott Dickensheets remember German and discuss the increasingly hostile attitudes towards journalists in America.


Stay up-to-date on the biggest Las Vegas stories by subscribing to our morning newsletter at lasvegas.citycast.fm/newsletter! 


You can join the conversation by following us @CityCastVegas on Twitter and Instagram. 


You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719. 

]]> 1546 Siegel Suites and the Donut Debacle https://lasvegas.citycast.fm What do Siegel Suites and Pinkbox Doughnuts have in common? They are both owned by the Siegel Group, who was under House investigation at the time we aired our episode with food writer Kim Foster in June. Since then, the House subcommittee found the Siegel Group’s eviction practices to be “uniquely egregious.” Kim explains to co-host Vogue Robinson what she’s heard from Siegel Suites tenants and why she won’t eat at the popular Las Vegas doughnut shop. Vogue and lead producer Sonja Cho Swanson share an update on the final report from the House subcommittee released earlier this month. Want more Vegas news? Make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter at lasvegas.citycast.fm/newsletter!  We’re also on social media! Follow us @CityCastVegas on Twitter and Instagram.  You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719.  Wed, 28 Dec 2022 14:00:00 -0000 Siegel Suites and the Donut Debacle full City Cast What do Siegel Suites and Pinkbox Doughnuts have in common? They are both owned by the Siegel Group, who was under House investigation at the time we aired our episode with food writer Kim Foster in June. Since then, the House subcommittee found the Siegel Group’s eviction practices to be “uniquely egregious.” Kim explains to co-host Vogue Robinson what she’s heard from Siegel Suites tenants and why she won’t eat at the popular Las Vegas doughnut shop. Vogue and lead producer Sonja Cho Swanson share an update on the final report from the House subcommittee released earlier this month. Want more Vegas news? Make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter at lasvegas.citycast.fm/newsletter!  We’re also on social media! Follow us @CityCastVegas on Twitter and Instagram.  You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719.  What do Siegel Suites and Pinkbox Doughnuts have in common? They are both owned by the Siegel Group, who was under House investigation at the time we aired our episode with food writer Kim Foster in June. Since then, the House subcommittee found the Siegel Group’s eviction practices to be “uniquely egregious.” Kim explains to co-host Vogue Robinson what she’s heard from Siegel Suites tenants and why she won’t eat at the popular Las Vegas doughnut shop. Vogue and lead producer Sonja Cho Swanson share an update on the final report from the House subcommittee released earlier this month.


Want more Vegas news? Make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter at lasvegas.citycast.fm/newsletter! 


We’re also on social media! Follow us @CityCastVegas on Twitter and Instagram. 


You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719. 

]]> 1498 The Colorado River’s Tough Year https://lasvegas.citycast.fm With Las Vegas’ proximity to the growing bathtub rings in Lake Mead, it’s no surprise that water conservation was a hot topic for the city officials and residents in 2022 as the low-level pumps were turned on as a last resort to get water from the reservoir. The Western States failed to come to an agreement on how to address cuts from the federal government on the Colorado River Basin so we face a new deadline to come to a consensus-based solution by January 2023. Lead producer Sonja Cho Swanson and co-host Dayvid Figler give us an update on where water conservation efforts stand. They share a conversation from April with Nevada Independent environment reporter Daniel Rothberg on how it all came down to “a math problem gone wrong” and why Las Vegas is (kind of) doing alright. What do you hope the city does to conserve water in 2023? Let us know at 702-514-0719. We’re also on social media! Follow us @CityCastVegas on Twitter and Instagram.  Keep up with all the Las Vegas happenings by signing up for our morning newsletter at lasvegas.citycast.fm/newsletter!  Tue, 27 Dec 2022 14:00:00 -0000 The Colorado River’s Tough Year full City Cast With Las Vegas’ proximity to the growing bathtub rings in Lake Mead, it’s no surprise that water conservation was a hot topic for the city officials and residents in 2022 as the low-level pumps were turned on as a last resort to get water from the reservoir. The Western States failed to come to an agreement on how to address cuts from the federal government on the Colorado River Basin so we face a new deadline to come to a consensus-based solution by January 2023. Lead producer Sonja Cho Swanson and co-host Dayvid Figler give us an update on where water conservation efforts stand. They share a conversation from April with Nevada Independent environment reporter Daniel Rothberg on how it all came down to “a math problem gone wrong” and why Las Vegas is (kind of) doing alright. What do you hope the city does to conserve water in 2023? Let us know at 702-514-0719. We’re also on social media! Follow us @CityCastVegas on Twitter and Instagram.  Keep up with all the Las Vegas happenings by signing up for our morning newsletter at lasvegas.citycast.fm/newsletter!  With Las Vegas’ proximity to the growing bathtub rings in Lake Mead, it’s no surprise that water conservation was a hot topic for the city officials and residents in 2022 as the low-level pumps were turned on as a last resort to get water from the reservoir. The Western States failed to come to an agreement on how to address cuts from the federal government on the Colorado River Basin so we face a new deadline to come to a consensus-based solution by January 2023.


Lead producer Sonja Cho Swanson and co-host Dayvid Figler give us an update on where water conservation efforts stand. They share a conversation from April with Nevada Independent environment reporter Daniel Rothberg on how it all came down to “a math problem gone wrong” and why Las Vegas is (kind of) doing alright.


What do you hope the city does to conserve water in 2023? Let us know at 702-514-0719.


We’re also on social media! Follow us @CityCastVegas on Twitter and Instagram. 


Keep up with all the Las Vegas happenings by signing up for our morning newsletter at lasvegas.citycast.fm/newsletter! 

]]> 1586 Are the Desert Dogs our New Golden Knights? https://lasvegas.citycast.fm There’s a new sports team in town, Las Vegas — the Desert Dogs!!! So, are we all about to become huge lacrosse fans? Today, Dayvid chats with News 3’s main sports anchor, Bryan Salmond, about why the answer is YES, and how the wild success of our five-year-old hockey team, the Golden Knights, may have primed us to love the shockingly similar game of box lacrosse. How do you feel about the Desert Dogs? Are you going to a game? Tag us on social media @CityCastVegas on Twitterand Instagram, or leave us a voicemail (bonus points if you’re AT A GAME) by calling 702-514-0719. Also: Make sure to sign up for our brilliant morning newsletter at lasvegas.citycast.fm/newsletter! You’ll get the latest news, events and commentary all about Las Vegas in your inbox at 6 a.m. each morning. Thu, 22 Dec 2022 14:00:00 -0000 Are the Desert Dogs our New Golden Knights? full City Cast There’s a new sports team in town, Las Vegas — the Desert Dogs!!! So, are we all about to become huge lacrosse fans? Today, Dayvid chats with News 3’s main sports anchor, Bryan Salmond, about why the answer is YES, and how the wild success of our five-year-old hockey team, the Golden Knights, may have primed us to love the shockingly similar game of box lacrosse. How do you feel about the Desert Dogs? Are you going to a game? Tag us on social media @CityCastVegas on Twitterand Instagram, or leave us a voicemail (bonus points if you’re AT A GAME) by calling 702-514-0719. Also: Make sure to sign up for our brilliant morning newsletter at lasvegas.citycast.fm/newsletter! You’ll get the latest news, events and commentary all about Las Vegas in your inbox at 6 a.m. each morning. There’s a new sports team in town, Las Vegas — the Desert Dogs!!! So, are we all about to become huge lacrosse fans? Today, Dayvid chats with News 3’s main sports anchor, Bryan Salmond, about why the answer is YES, and how the wild success of our five-year-old hockey team, the Golden Knights, may have primed us to love the shockingly similar game of box lacrosse.


How do you feel about the Desert Dogs? Are you going to a game? Tag us on social media @CityCastVegas on Twitterand Instagram, or leave us a voicemail (bonus points if you’re AT A GAME) by calling 702-514-0719.


Also: Make sure to sign up for our brilliant morning newsletter at lasvegas.citycast.fm/newsletter! You’ll get the latest news, events and commentary all about Las Vegas in your inbox at 6 a.m. each morning.

]]> 1148 An Insider’s Guide to Hanukkah Food in Vegas https://lasvegas.citycast.fm/ Co-host Dayvid Figler grew up in Las Vegas’s Jewish community, so today, co-host Vogue Robinson asks him all of our hungry, hungry Hanukkah questions: Where can Jews and Gentiles alike find the best brisket and matzah ball soup in town? And more importantly, why hasn’t Dayvid found a latke he loves in Las Vegas yet?? We’d also like to give a shout-out to John, Sam, and Ash of the Eat, Talk, Repeat podcast, who had Dayvid on their show recently to talk about Hanukkah eats around town. You can listen to that episode here. Do you know where to find the best latkes in Vegas? Or do you have a quibble with any of Dayvid’s picks? Let us know: We’re at 702-514-0719, or @CityCastVegas on Twitter and Instagram. Want more Vegas tips, ideas and news around town? Treat yourself to our amazing morning newsletter at lasvegas.citycast.fm/newsletter! Wed, 21 Dec 2022 14:00:00 -0000 An Insider’s Guide to Hanukkah Food in Vegas full City Cast Co-host Dayvid Figler grew up in Las Vegas’s Jewish community, so today, co-host Vogue Robinson asks him all of our hungry, hungry Hanukkah questions: Where can Jews and Gentiles alike find the best brisket and matzah ball soup in town? And more importantly, why hasn’t Dayvid found a latke he loves in Las Vegas yet?? We’d also like to give a shout-out to John, Sam, and Ash of the Eat, Talk, Repeat podcast, who had Dayvid on their show recently to talk about Hanukkah eats around town. You can listen to that episode here. Do you know where to find the best latkes in Vegas? Or do you have a quibble with any of Dayvid’s picks? Let us know: We’re at 702-514-0719, or @CityCastVegas on Twitter and Instagram. Want more Vegas tips, ideas and news around town? Treat yourself to our amazing morning newsletter at lasvegas.citycast.fm/newsletter! Co-host Dayvid Figler grew up in Las Vegas’s Jewish community, so today, co-host Vogue Robinson asks him all of our hungry, hungry Hanukkah questions: Where can Jews and Gentiles alike find the best brisket and matzah ball soup in town? And more importantly, why hasn’t Dayvid found a latke he loves in Las Vegas yet??


We’d also like to give a shout-out to John, Sam, and Ash of the Eat, Talk, Repeat podcast, who had Dayvid on their show recently to talk about Hanukkah eats around town. You can listen to that episode here.


Do you know where to find the best latkes in Vegas? Or do you have a quibble with any of Dayvid’s picks? Let us know: We’re at 702-514-0719, or @CityCastVegas on Twitter and Instagram.


Want more Vegas tips, ideas and news around town? Treat yourself to our amazing morning newsletter at lasvegas.citycast.fm/newsletter!

]]> 1060 How Vegas Celebrates Kwanzaa https://lasvegas.citycast.fm/ From Henderson to Summerlin, Vegas is teeming with holiday events to close out the year. Today, we’re going to get into a discussion about Kwanzaa, a holiday with cultural roots. Listen in as host, Vogue Robinson, and community leader, Ms. China dig into what makes Kwanzaa in Vegas so special! You may hear Ms. China mention the Nguzo Saba aka the Seven Principles of Kwanzaa.  Want more updates about Kwanzaa in Vegas? Be sure to sign up for our morning newsletter at lasvegas.citycast.fm/newsletter!  Are you celebrating Kwanzaa this year? Tell us how on Twitter or Instagram @CityCastVegas  You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719. Tue, 20 Dec 2022 14:00:00 -0000 How Vegas Celebrates Kwanzaa full City Cast From Henderson to Summerlin, Vegas is teeming with holiday events to close out the year. From Henderson to Summerlin, Vegas is teeming with holiday events to close out the year. Today, we’re going to get into a discussion about Kwanzaa, a holiday with cultural roots. Listen in as host, Vogue Robinson, and community leader, Ms. China dig into what makes Kwanzaa in Vegas so special! You may hear Ms. China mention the Nguzo Saba aka the Seven Principles of Kwanzaa.  Want more updates about Kwanzaa in Vegas? Be sure to sign up for our morning newsletter at lasvegas.citycast.fm/newsletter!  Are you celebrating Kwanzaa this year? Tell us how on Twitter or Instagram @CityCastVegas  You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719. From Henderson to Summerlin, Vegas is teeming with holiday events to close out the year. Today, we’re going to get into a discussion about Kwanzaa, a holiday with cultural roots. Listen in as host, Vogue Robinson, and community leader, Ms. China dig into what makes Kwanzaa in Vegas so special! You may hear Ms. China mention the Nguzo Saba aka the Seven Principles of Kwanzaa. 


Want more updates about Kwanzaa in Vegas? Be sure to sign up for our morning newsletter at lasvegas.citycast.fm/newsletter! 


Are you celebrating Kwanzaa this year? Tell us how on Twitter or Instagram @CityCastVegas 


You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719.

]]> 1098 no How Traffic Tickets are Changing on Jan. 1 https://lasvegas.citycast.fm/ Starting on January 1, a whole bunch of minor traffic offenses (like broken tail lights and expired vehicle registrations) will become decriminalized — so what does that mean for Nevadans? Dayvid sits down with Leisa Moseley, Nevada State Director at the Fines and Fees Justice Center, to talk about how criminal punishments for small traffic offenses can snowball into bigger (and much more expensive) issues, and how the passage of AB 116 could actually make our streets safer. Learn more about what’s going on in the city with our daily newsletter, Hey Las Vegas. Sign up here: lasvegas.citycast.fm/newsletter We’re also on social media! Follow us @CityCastVegas on Twitter and Instagram.  You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719 with your New Year’s resolutions for the city, or any other hot takes. Mon, 19 Dec 2022 14:00:00 -0000 How Traffic Tickets are Changing on Jan. 1 full City Cast Starting on January 1, a whole bunch of minor traffic offenses (like broken tail lights and expired vehicle registrations) will become decriminalized — so what does that mean for Nevadans? Dayvid sits down with Leisa Moseley, Nevada State Director at the Fines and Fees Justice Center, to talk about how criminal punishments for small traffic offenses can snowball into bigger (and much more expensive) issues, and how the passage of AB 116 could actually make our streets safer. Learn more about what’s going on in the city with our daily newsletter, Hey Las Vegas. Sign up here: lasvegas.citycast.fm/newsletter We’re also on social media! Follow us @CityCastVegas on Twitter and Instagram.  You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719 with your New Year’s resolutions for the city, or any other hot takes. Starting on January 1, a whole bunch of minor traffic offenses (like broken tail lights and expired vehicle registrations) will become decriminalized — so what does that mean for Nevadans? Dayvid sits down with Leisa Moseley, Nevada State Director at the Fines and Fees Justice Center, to talk about how criminal punishments for small traffic offenses can snowball into bigger (and much more expensive) issues, and how the passage of AB 116 could actually make our streets safer.


Learn more about what’s going on in the city with our daily newsletter, Hey Las Vegas. Sign up here: lasvegas.citycast.fm/newsletter


We’re also on social media! Follow us @CityCastVegas on Twitter and Instagram. 


You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719 with your New Year’s resolutions for the city, or any other hot takes.

]]> 1202 Red Rock’s Fee Hike, a Shooting Victim’s Lawsuit, and Vegas In Memoriam https://lasvegas.citycast.fm/ It’s Friday (hooray!) which means that we’re getting into this week’s news: Today, Sonja, Dayvid, and Scott dig into the tough topic of the Chinatown shooting victim’s lawsuit (and why he’s going after a bail nonprofit), and the Red Rock fee hikes and who gets priced out of the outdoors. Plus, we take a look back at the notable Las Vegans who’ve passed on this year, and what they meant to our city. Find out more about Blairfest events here, and check out KNPR’s feature on this musical tribute festival. And don’t forget to send us your New Year’s resolutions for the city! Give us a call or text at 702-514-0719 and let us know what’s on your mind! Want more Vegas news for the holiday season and beyond? Make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter at lasvegas.citycast.fm/newsletter!  We’re also on social media! Follow us @CityCastVegas on Twitter and Instagram. Fri, 16 Dec 2022 14:00:00 -0000 Red Rock’s Fee Hike, a Shooting Victim’s Lawsuit, and Vegas In Memoriam full City Cast It’s Friday (hooray!) which means that we’re getting into this week’s news: Today, Sonja, Dayvid, and Scott dig into the tough topic of the Chinatown shooting victim’s lawsuit (and why he’s going after a bail nonprofit), and the Red Rock fee hikes and who gets priced out of the outdoors. Plus, we take a look back at the notable Las Vegans who’ve passed on this year, and what they meant to our city. Find out more about Blairfest events here, and check out KNPR’s feature on this musical tribute festival. And don’t forget to send us your New Year’s resolutions for the city! Give us a call or text at 702-514-0719 and let us know what’s on your mind! Want more Vegas news for the holiday season and beyond? Make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter at lasvegas.citycast.fm/newsletter!  We’re also on social media! Follow us @CityCastVegas on Twitter and Instagram. It’s Friday (hooray!) which means that we’re getting into this week’s news: Today, Sonja, Dayvid, and Scott dig into the tough topic of the Chinatown shooting victim’s lawsuit (and why he’s going after a bail nonprofit), and the Red Rock fee hikes and who gets priced out of the outdoors. Plus, we take a look back at the notable Las Vegans who’ve passed on this year, and what they meant to our city.


Find out more about Blairfest events here, and check out KNPR’s feature on this musical tribute festival.


And don’t forget to send us your New Year’s resolutions for the city! Give us a call or text at 702-514-0719 and let us know what’s on your mind!


Want more Vegas news for the holiday season and beyond? Make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter at lasvegas.citycast.fm/newsletter! 


We’re also on social media! Follow us @CityCastVegas on Twitter and Instagram.

]]> 1719 Why Police Officers are Dying by Suicide https://lasvegas.citycast.fm/ More police die by suicide than in the line of duty in America. And in a 24-hour, vice-friendly city like ours, it’s easy for officers to deal with trauma in destructive ways, says retired LVMPD Captain Harry Fagel, a 20+ year veteran of the force. Today, Harry and Dayvid Figler get into a tough but important conversation about the problems with policing culture, and how it affects both officers and the communities they’re sworn to protect. Plus, Harry shares his thoughts on how the incoming sheriff’s administration could curb police deaths and help make lasting changes. A quick warning: As you can probably tell, this episode discusses suicide and self-harm at length. It also includes some graphic depictions of things officers encounter in their jobs. It’s not for everyone. If you or someone you know is struggling with suicidal thoughts, please, please talk to someone. It’s easy: Just call or text 988. You can also chat online and find more resources at 988lifeline.org. Looking for more Vegas news, commentary, and events? Sign up for our daily morning newsletter: lasvegas.citycast.fm/newsletter We’re also on social media! Follow us @CityCastVegas on Twitter and Instagram.  Have a New Year’s resolution for Vegas? Let us know by leaving us a voicemail or sending a text to 702-514-0719. Thu, 15 Dec 2022 14:00:00 -0000 Why Police Officers are Dying by Suicide full City Cast More police die by suicide than in the line of duty in America. And in a 24-hour, vice-friendly city like ours, it’s easy for officers to deal with trauma in destructive ways, says retired LVMPD Captain Harry Fagel, a 20+ year veteran of the force. Today, Harry and Dayvid Figler get into a tough but important conversation about the problems with policing culture, and how it affects both officers and the communities they’re sworn to protect. Plus, Harry shares his thoughts on how the incoming sheriff’s administration could curb police deaths and help make lasting changes. A quick warning: As you can probably tell, this episode discusses suicide and self-harm at length. It also includes some graphic depictions of things officers encounter in their jobs. It’s not for everyone. If you or someone you know is struggling with suicidal thoughts, please, please talk to someone. It’s easy: Just call or text 988. You can also chat online and find more resources at 988lifeline.org. Looking for more Vegas news, commentary, and events? Sign up for our daily morning newsletter: lasvegas.citycast.fm/newsletter We’re also on social media! Follow us @CityCastVegas on Twitter and Instagram.  Have a New Year’s resolution for Vegas? Let us know by leaving us a voicemail or sending a text to 702-514-0719. More police die by suicide than in the line of duty in America. And in a 24-hour, vice-friendly city like ours, it’s easy for officers to deal with trauma in destructive ways, says retired LVMPD Captain Harry Fagel, a 20+ year veteran of the force. Today, Harry and Dayvid Figler get into a tough but important conversation about the problems with policing culture, and how it affects both officers and the communities they’re sworn to protect. Plus, Harry shares his thoughts on how the incoming sheriff’s administration could curb police deaths and help make lasting changes.


A quick warning: As you can probably tell, this episode discusses suicide and self-harm at length. It also includes some graphic depictions of things officers encounter in their jobs. It’s not for everyone.


If you or someone you know is struggling with suicidal thoughts, please, please talk to someone. It’s easy: Just call or text 988. You can also chat online and find more resources at 988lifeline.org.


Looking for more Vegas news, commentary, and events? Sign up for our daily morning newsletter: lasvegas.citycast.fm/newsletter


We’re also on social media! Follow us @CityCastVegas on Twitter and Instagram. 


Have a New Year’s resolution for Vegas? Let us know by leaving us a voicemail or sending a text to 702-514-0719.

]]> 1220 yes What is Las Vegas Reading? https://lasvegas.citycast.fm/ The holidays are a busy time for bookstores — and their holiday sales are actually kind of a microcosm of all the faves of the whole year. Today, co-host Dayvid Figler sits down with co-owner and buyer Drew Cohen from The Writer’s Block, Vegas’s landmark independent bookstore downtown, to find out the local trends, Las Vegas books, and the unique challenges and delights of being an indy bookstore in Las Vegas. We want to hear from you! We’re collecting New Years resolutions and predictions. What do you want Las Vegas to become next year? Have a prediction for Sin City in 2023? Let us know by sending us a voicemail or texting us at 702-514-0719. We’re also on Twitter! Follow us @CityCastVegas  Are you a book lover? So is our amazingly witty newsletter editor, Scott Dickensheets! Make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter for all the events, musings, and commentary at lasvegas.citycast.fm/newsletter. Wed, 14 Dec 2022 14:00:00 -0000 What is Las Vegas Reading? full City Cast The holidays are a busy time for bookstores — and their holiday sales are actually kind of a microcosm of all the faves of the whole year. Today, co-host Dayvid Figler sits down with co-owner and buyer Drew Cohen from The Writer’s Block, Vegas’s landmark independent bookstore downtown, to find out the local trends, Las Vegas books, and the unique challenges and delights of being an indy bookstore in Las Vegas. We want to hear from you! We’re collecting New Years resolutions and predictions. What do you want Las Vegas to become next year? Have a prediction for Sin City in 2023? Let us know by sending us a voicemail or texting us at 702-514-0719. We’re also on Twitter! Follow us @CityCastVegas  Are you a book lover? So is our amazingly witty newsletter editor, Scott Dickensheets! Make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter for all the events, musings, and commentary at lasvegas.citycast.fm/newsletter. The holidays are a busy time for bookstores — and their holiday sales are actually kind of a microcosm of all the faves of the whole year. Today, co-host Dayvid Figler sits down with co-owner and buyer Drew Cohen from The Writer’s Block, Vegas’s landmark independent bookstore downtown, to find out the local trends, Las Vegas books, and the unique challenges and delights of being an indy bookstore in Las Vegas.


We want to hear from you! We’re collecting New Years resolutions and predictions. What do you want Las Vegas to become next year? Have a prediction for Sin City in 2023? Let us know by sending us a voicemail or texting us at 702-514-0719.


We’re also on Twitter! Follow us @CityCastVegas 


Are you a book lover? So is our amazingly witty newsletter editor, Scott Dickensheets! Make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter for all the events, musings, and commentary at lasvegas.citycast.fm/newsletter.

]]> 1161 The Trouble With Opt-In Sex Ed https://lasvegas.citycast.fm/ CCSD recently released a proposal they’re planning to take to the state legislature next year: They want sex education to be opt-out, not opt-in. Right now in Nevada, if a parent doesn’t sign the permission slip (aka opt-in), then that child automatically doesn’t take sex ed — and we’re one of only five states with this policy. Today, Vogue sits down with Camalot Todd, who just wrote about this possible policy shift in the Nevada Current. They talk about how opt-in sex ed leaves out the students who need it most, the proposal’s mandate for medically-accurate sex ed, and how it’s all connected to Nevada’s super-high STI rates. What are your thoughts on sex ed at CCSD schools? Are you a parent or a student who has thoughts on “opt-in” vs “opt-out”? Leave us a voicemail or send us a text message at 702-514-0719. Or hit us up on Twitter @CityCastVegas. Want even more Vegas news, events, and snarky commentary? Make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter at lasvegas.citycast.fm/newsletter! Tue, 13 Dec 2022 14:00:00 -0000 The Trouble With Opt-In Sex Ed full City Cast CCSD recently released a proposal they’re planning to take to the state legislature next year: They want sex education to be opt-out, not opt-in. Right now in Nevada, if a parent doesn’t sign the permission slip (aka opt-in), then that child automatically doesn’t take sex ed — and we’re one of only five states with this policy. Today, Vogue sits down with Camalot Todd, who just wrote about this possible policy shift in the Nevada Current. They talk about how opt-in sex ed leaves out the students who need it most, the proposal’s mandate for medically-accurate sex ed, and how it’s all connected to Nevada’s super-high STI rates. What are your thoughts on sex ed at CCSD schools? Are you a parent or a student who has thoughts on “opt-in” vs “opt-out”? Leave us a voicemail or send us a text message at 702-514-0719. Or hit us up on Twitter @CityCastVegas. Want even more Vegas news, events, and snarky commentary? Make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter at lasvegas.citycast.fm/newsletter! CCSD recently released a proposal they’re planning to take to the state legislature next year: They want sex education to be opt-out, not opt-in. Right now in Nevada, if a parent doesn’t sign the permission slip (aka opt-in), then that child automatically doesn’t take sex ed — and we’re one of only five states with this policy. Today, Vogue sits down with Camalot Todd, who just wrote about this possible policy shift in the Nevada Current. They talk about how opt-in sex ed leaves out the students who need it most, the proposal’s mandate for medically-accurate sex ed, and how it’s all connected to Nevada’s super-high STI rates.


What are your thoughts on sex ed at CCSD schools? Are you a parent or a student who has thoughts on “opt-in” vs “opt-out”? Leave us a voicemail or send us a text message at 702-514-0719. Or hit us up on Twitter @CityCastVegas.


Want even more Vegas news, events, and snarky commentary? Make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter at lasvegas.citycast.fm/newsletter!

]]> 1121 Our Naughty or Nice List, Vegas Edition https://lasvegas.citycast.fm Ask Mr. Claus — there are two kinds of people in the world: naughty and nice. So which Las Vegans will producer Layla Muhammad and co-host Dayvid Figler drop some coal on in today’s “naughty and nice” episode? And who will they celebrate with garlands and light? Listen to find out! Who do you think the naughtiest and nicest Las Vegans were this year? Tell us in a voicemail at 702-514-0719. We’re also on Twitter! Send us a tweet and follow @CityCastVegas Make sure to sign up for the nicest (and sometimes naughty) morning newsletter at lasvegas.citycast.fm/newsletter!  Mon, 12 Dec 2022 14:00:00 -0000 Our Naughty or Nice List, Vegas Edition full City Cast Ask Mr. Claus — there are two kinds of people in the world: naughty and nice. So which Las Vegans will producer Layla Muhammad and co-host Dayvid Figler drop some coal on in today’s “naughty and nice” episode? And who will they celebrate with garlands and light? Listen to find out! Who do you think the naughtiest and nicest Las Vegans were this year? Tell us in a voicemail at 702-514-0719. We’re also on Twitter! Send us a tweet and follow @CityCastVegas Make sure to sign up for the nicest (and sometimes naughty) morning newsletter at lasvegas.citycast.fm/newsletter!  Ask Mr. Claus — there are two kinds of people in the world: naughty and nice. So which Las Vegans will producer Layla Muhammad and co-host Dayvid Figler drop some coal on in today’s “naughty and nice” episode? And who will they celebrate with garlands and light? Listen to find out!


Who do you think the naughtiest and nicest Las Vegans were this year? Tell us in a voicemail at 702-514-0719.


We’re also on Twitter! Send us a tweet and follow @CityCastVegas


Make sure to sign up for the nicest (and sometimes naughty) morning newsletter at lasvegas.citycast.fm/newsletter! 

]]> 1433 The Rogue Lion, Tony Hsieh, and Why Las Vegans Stay Mad! https://lasvegas.citycast.fm It’s Friday (WE DID IT, we made it to the end of the week, y’all!) and it’s also the end of a rather contentious week in the news: Tony Hsieh is back in the headlines with the news that his estate is planning on selling off some of the many, many properties he acquired downtown. Their goal? A much-needed “injection of capital” for the DTP businesses in their portfolio. But Tony’s efforts downtown were not without criticism, and our big question now is: Will they sell to out-of-state big box stores, or back to locals who are trying to create something special downtown? Next, we get into all of the ridiculous city ranking lists that Vegas somehow finds itself on (“most sinful?” “worst dressed?” Puh-lease.) And lastly, a moment of silence (and a lot of questions) for the mountain lion who was captured and euthanized in a northwest neighborhood earlier this week. Don’t forget to check out host Vogue Robinson’s first art show, Alchemy of Self, THIS SUNDAY at Girl Code Nails! How do you feel about the mountain lion situation? Leave us a voicemail or send us a text message at 702-514-0719, or hit us up on Twitter @CityCastVegas. Hungry for more Vegas news? Sign up for our brilliant morning newsletter at lasvegas.citycast.fm/newsletter! Fri, 09 Dec 2022 14:00:00 -0000 The Rogue Lion, Tony Hsieh, and Why Las Vegans Stay Mad! full City Cast It’s Friday (WE DID IT, we made it to the end of the week, y’all!) and it’s also the end of a rather contentious week in the news: Tony Hsieh is back in the headlines with the news that his estate is planning on selling off some of the many, many properties he acquired downtown. Their goal? A much-needed “injection of capital” for the DTP businesses in their portfolio. But Tony’s efforts downtown were not without criticism, and our big question now is: Will they sell to out-of-state big box stores, or back to locals who are trying to create something special downtown? Next, we get into all of the ridiculous city ranking lists that Vegas somehow finds itself on (“most sinful?” “worst dressed?” Puh-lease.) And lastly, a moment of silence (and a lot of questions) for the mountain lion who was captured and euthanized in a northwest neighborhood earlier this week. Don’t forget to check out host Vogue Robinson’s first art show, Alchemy of Self, THIS SUNDAY at Girl Code Nails! How do you feel about the mountain lion situation? Leave us a voicemail or send us a text message at 702-514-0719, or hit us up on Twitter @CityCastVegas. Hungry for more Vegas news? Sign up for our brilliant morning newsletter at lasvegas.citycast.fm/newsletter! It’s Friday (WE DID IT, we made it to the end of the week, y’all!) and it’s also the end of a rather contentious week in the news: Tony Hsieh is back in the headlines with the news that his estate is planning on selling off some of the many, many properties he acquired downtown. Their goal? A much-needed “injection of capital” for the DTP businesses in their portfolio. But Tony’s efforts downtown were not without criticism, and our big question now is: Will they sell to out-of-state big box stores, or back to locals who are trying to create something special downtown? Next, we get into all of the ridiculous city ranking lists that Vegas somehow finds itself on (“most sinful?” “worst dressed?” Puh-lease.) And lastly, a moment of silence (and a lot of questions) for the mountain lion who was captured and euthanized in a northwest neighborhood earlier this week.


Don’t forget to check out host Vogue Robinson’s first art show, Alchemy of Self, THIS SUNDAY at Girl Code Nails!


How do you feel about the mountain lion situation? Leave us a voicemail or send us a text message at 702-514-0719, or hit us up on Twitter @CityCastVegas.


Hungry for more Vegas news? Sign up for our brilliant morning newsletter at lasvegas.citycast.fm/newsletter!

]]> 1935 Are Vegas Streets Dangerous by Design? https://lasvegas.citycast.fm/ Between the cars, bikes, pedestrians, and traffic cones, there's a lot going on on Las Vegas roads. This year, Las Vegas saw an increase in pedestrian deaths and ranked in the top ten for the most dangerous roads for pedestrians according to Smart Growth America. As the city starts yet another road improvement project on the Westside to improve the experience for all users, we wonder what makes the Vegas roads so hard to navigate? Ray Delahanty, aka City Nerd on YouTube, joins co-host Dayvid Figler to talk about the design aspects that make Vegas roads dangerous, why stroads are a nightmare, and how he’s committed to not driving in Las Vegas. What projects around the city are you curious about? Call or text us so we can look into it at 702-514-0719! Let us know what intersections you hate on Twitter @CityCastVegas. Stay up to date on all things Vegas with our morning newsletter! Sign up at lasvegas.citycast.fm/newsletter. Thu, 08 Dec 2022 14:00:00 -0000 Are Vegas Streets Dangerous by Design? full City Cast Between the cars, bikes, pedestrians, and traffic cones, there's a lot going on on Las Vegas roads. This year, Las Vegas saw an increase in pedestrian deaths and ranked in the top ten for the most dangerous roads for pedestrians according to Smart Growth America. As the city starts yet another road improvement project on the Westside to improve the experience for all users, we wonder what makes the Vegas roads so hard to navigate? Ray Delahanty, aka City Nerd on YouTube, joins co-host Dayvid Figler to talk about the design aspects that make Vegas roads dangerous, why stroads are a nightmare, and how he’s committed to not driving in Las Vegas. What projects around the city are you curious about? Call or text us so we can look into it at 702-514-0719! Let us know what intersections you hate on Twitter @CityCastVegas. Stay up to date on all things Vegas with our morning newsletter! Sign up at lasvegas.citycast.fm/newsletter. Between the cars, bikes, pedestrians, and traffic cones, there's a lot going on on Las Vegas roads. This year, Las Vegas saw an increase in pedestrian deaths and ranked in the top ten for the most dangerous roads for pedestrians according to Smart Growth America. As the city starts yet another road improvement project on the Westside to improve the experience for all users, we wonder what makes the Vegas roads so hard to navigate?


Ray Delahanty, aka City Nerd on YouTube, joins co-host Dayvid Figler to talk about the design aspects that make Vegas roads dangerous, why stroads are a nightmare, and how he’s committed to not driving in Las Vegas.


What projects around the city are you curious about? Call or text us so we can look into it at 702-514-0719!


Let us know what intersections you hate on Twitter @CityCastVegas.


Stay up to date on all things Vegas with our morning newsletter! Sign up at lasvegas.citycast.fm/newsletter.

]]> 1257 Where to Shop Local This Holiday Season https://lasvegas.citycast.fm/ Holiday shopping season is upon us, and man, can that be stressful. Fear not, fellow Las Vegans, because we’ve got you covered. Co-host Vogue Robinson welcomes producers Sonja Cho Swanson and Layla Muhammad on to discuss where they are doing their local holiday shopping — because shopping local supports small businesses and helps keep those dollars in our community. Whether you're shopping for a thrill-seeker, foodie, or even harder, your parents, there's something for everyone! We even get into where to go for last-minute gift shopping for the procrastinators. Here are the places/experiences we mentioned in the episode (and you can find a map of all these places here): Wild West Horseback Adventures Sambalatte Cozymeal Clay Arts Vegas Las Vegas Livestock Happy Ending Chocolate Valley Cheese and Wine Graze By Days Las Vegas Distillery (found at Total Wine or Lee's Discount Liquor)  John Mull’s Meats The Writer’s Block The LV Plant Collective Neon Cactus Vintage 11th Street Records Local Oasis Container Park Vintaged LV Live at Your Own Pace Clothing Co. (LAYOP) International Marketplace The Office of Collecting and Design Holiday Markets and Craft Festivals: Craft Festival at Tivoli Village (12/11) Native American Holiday Market at CSN (12/10) Market in the Alley in the Arts District (12/18) What are your go-to local shops for the holiday season? Send them our way on Twitter @CityCastVegas or leave us a voicemail at 702-514-0719. Want more Vegas tips, guides, and witty commentary? Sign up for our morning newsletter at lasvegas.citycast.fm/newsletter! Wed, 07 Dec 2022 14:00:00 -0000 Where to Shop Local This Holiday Season full City Cast Holiday shopping season is upon us, and man, can that be stressful. Fear not, fellow Las Vegans, because we’ve got you covered. Co-host Vogue Robinson welcomes producers Sonja Cho Swanson and Layla Muhammad on to discuss where they are doing their local holiday shopping — because shopping local supports small businesses and helps keep those dollars in our community. Whether you're shopping for a thrill-seeker, foodie, or even harder, your parents, there's something for everyone! We even get into where to go for last-minute gift shopping for the procrastinators. Here are the places/experiences we mentioned in the episode (and you can find a map of all these places here): Wild West Horseback Adventures Sambalatte Cozymeal Clay Arts Vegas Las Vegas Livestock Happy Ending Chocolate Valley Cheese and Wine Graze By Days Las Vegas Distillery (found at Total Wine or Lee's Discount Liquor)  John Mull’s Meats The Writer’s Block The LV Plant Collective Neon Cactus Vintage 11th Street Records Local Oasis Container Park Vintaged LV Live at Your Own Pace Clothing Co. (LAYOP) International Marketplace The Office of Collecting and Design Holiday Markets and Craft Festivals: Craft Festival at Tivoli Village (12/11) Native American Holiday Market at CSN (12/10) Market in the Alley in the Arts District (12/18) What are your go-to local shops for the holiday season? Send them our way on Twitter @CityCastVegas or leave us a voicemail at 702-514-0719. Want more Vegas tips, guides, and witty commentary? Sign up for our morning newsletter at lasvegas.citycast.fm/newsletter! Holiday shopping season is upon us, and man, can that be stressful. Fear not, fellow Las Vegans, because we’ve got you covered. Co-host Vogue Robinson welcomes producers Sonja Cho Swanson and Layla Muhammad on to discuss where they are doing their local holiday shopping — because shopping local supports small businesses and helps keep those dollars in our community. Whether you're shopping for a thrill-seeker, foodie, or even harder, your parents, there's something for everyone! We even get into where to go for last-minute gift shopping for the procrastinators.


Here are the places/experiences we mentioned in the episode (and you can find a map of all these places here):


Wild West Horseback Adventures

Sambalatte

Cozymeal

Clay Arts Vegas

Las Vegas Livestock

Happy Ending Chocolate

Valley Cheese and Wine

Graze By Days

Las Vegas Distillery (found at Total Wine or Lee's Discount Liquor) 

John Mull’s Meats

The Writer’s Block

The LV Plant Collective

Neon Cactus Vintage

11th Street Records

Local Oasis

Container Park

Vintaged LV

Live at Your Own Pace Clothing Co. (LAYOP)

International Marketplace

The Office of Collecting and Design


Holiday Markets and Craft Festivals:


Craft Festival at Tivoli Village (12/11)

Native American Holiday Market at CSN (12/10)

Market in the Alley in the Arts District (12/18)


What are your go-to local shops for the holiday season? Send them our way on Twitter @CityCastVegas or leave us a voicemail at 702-514-0719.


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]]> 1497 Should We Ban Puppy Sales? https://lasvegas.citycast.fm/ Today, the Clark County Commission will vote on an ordinance to ban the sale of dogs, cats, rabbits, and pigs throughout all Clark County stores. This proposal, led by Commissioner Michael Naft, is part of a larger effort around the country to stop pet overpopulation and reduce the 2 million puppies sold from puppy mills each year. Similar ordinances are already in place in Reno, North Las Vegas, and Mesquite. But with this proposal, where should responsible owners who want a specific dog go? John Goodwin, senior director of The Humane Society of the United States’ Stop Puppy Mills campaign, sits down with co-host Dayvid Figler to discuss why Clark County needs this ban and how this will impact businesses around the valley. Where did you find your furry friend? At a pet store or a shelter? Let us know on Twitter @CityCastVegas or send us a text or voicemail at 702-514-0719. Looking for a fun, local, and informative start to your day? Make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter at lasvegas.citycast.fm/newsletter! Tue, 06 Dec 2022 14:00:00 -0000 Should We Ban Puppy Sales? full City Cast Today, the Clark County Commission will vote on an ordinance to ban the sale of dogs, cats, rabbits, and pigs throughout all Clark County stores. This proposal, led by Commissioner Michael Naft, is part of a larger effort around the country to stop pet overpopulation and reduce the 2 million puppies sold from puppy mills each year. Similar ordinances are already in place in Reno, North Las Vegas, and Mesquite. But with this proposal, where should responsible owners who want a specific dog go? John Goodwin, senior director of The Humane Society of the United States’ Stop Puppy Mills campaign, sits down with co-host Dayvid Figler to discuss why Clark County needs this ban and how this will impact businesses around the valley. Where did you find your furry friend? At a pet store or a shelter? Let us know on Twitter @CityCastVegas or send us a text or voicemail at 702-514-0719. Looking for a fun, local, and informative start to your day? Make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter at lasvegas.citycast.fm/newsletter! Today, the Clark County Commission will vote on an ordinance to ban the sale of dogs, cats, rabbits, and pigs throughout all Clark County stores. This proposal, led by Commissioner Michael Naft, is part of a larger effort around the country to stop pet overpopulation and reduce the 2 million puppies sold from puppy mills each year. Similar ordinances are already in place in Reno, North Las Vegas, and Mesquite. But with this proposal, where should responsible owners who want a specific dog go?


John Goodwin, senior director of The Humane Society of the United States’ Stop Puppy Mills campaign, sits down with co-host Dayvid Figler to discuss why Clark County needs this ban and how this will impact businesses around the valley.


Where did you find your furry friend? At a pet store or a shelter? Let us know on Twitter @CityCastVegas or send us a text or voicemail at 702-514-0719.


Looking for a fun, local, and informative start to your day? Make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter at lasvegas.citycast.fm/newsletter!

]]> 1137 The Country’s Best Mariachi Team is from Vegas https://lasvegas.citycast.fm A couple of weeks ago, The College of Southern Nevada’s mariachi team, Mariachi Plata, became back-to-back winners at the biggest college mariachi competition in the country. They’ve only been around for three years, so how did they reach the top so fast? Mariachi Plata’s co-director, Fernando Gonzalez, and one of his students, Debbie Carrillo, tell co-host Vogue Robinson about their championship story. Don’t miss Mariachi Plata’s annual concert on Wednesday, December 7th at 7 p.m., in the Horn Theatre on CSN’s East Cheyenne campus! More details here. What do you love about mariachi? Planning to go to the concert on the 7th? Call or text us at 702-514-0719, or tweet at us on the ol’ bird app: @CityCastVegas   Don’t forget, we have an amazing morning newsletter, freshly-baked in your inboxes every morning at 6 a.m. Sign up at lasvegas.citycast.fm/newsletter! Mon, 05 Dec 2022 14:00:00 -0000 The Country’s Best Mariachi Team is from Vegas full City Cast A couple of weeks ago, The College of Southern Nevada’s mariachi team, Mariachi Plata, became back-to-back winners at the biggest college mariachi competition in the country. They’ve only been around for three years, so how did they reach the top so fast? Mariachi Plata’s co-director, Fernando Gonzalez, and one of his students, Debbie Carrillo, tell co-host Vogue Robinson about their championship story. Don’t miss Mariachi Plata’s annual concert on Wednesday, December 7th at 7 p.m., in the Horn Theatre on CSN’s East Cheyenne campus! More details here. What do you love about mariachi? Planning to go to the concert on the 7th? Call or text us at 702-514-0719, or tweet at us on the ol’ bird app: @CityCastVegas   Don’t forget, we have an amazing morning newsletter, freshly-baked in your inboxes every morning at 6 a.m. Sign up at lasvegas.citycast.fm/newsletter! A couple of weeks ago, The College of Southern Nevada’s mariachi team, Mariachi Plata, became back-to-back winners at the biggest college mariachi competition in the country. They’ve only been around for three years, so how did they reach the top so fast? Mariachi Plata’s co-director, Fernando Gonzalez, and one of his students, Debbie Carrillo, tell co-host Vogue Robinson about their championship story.


Don’t miss Mariachi Plata’s annual concert on Wednesday, December 7th at 7 p.m., in the Horn Theatre on CSN’s East Cheyenne campus! More details here.


What do you love about mariachi? Planning to go to the concert on the 7th? Call or text us at 702-514-0719, or tweet at us on the ol’ bird app: @CityCastVegas

 

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]]> 1437 Big News for Nature in NV! Plus, a CCSD Lawsuit & a Sandwich Showdown https://lasvegas.citycast.fm Hello, sweet, sweet Friday. We’re back in your feeds with a roundup of the week’s news. Vogue, Davyid & Scott start things off with some BIG news for Nevada: President Biden has announced he’ll approve the designation of Avi Kwa Ame as a national monument! That’s right, a protected area for night skies, nature, and the sacred Spirit Mountain, right in our backyard. Then it’s onto a tough conversation about a lawsuit that the mother brought against CCSD after her son was brutally attacked on a school bus — and how privacy laws have tied the school district’s hands. And last but not least, a Very Important Sandwich Debate: Should we call a sandwich a “sammie,” a “sando,” a “sammich,” or (gasp) a “sarno?”Scott has strong feelings, and we get into it. Want to weigh in on the proper name for a sandwich? Are you excited to visit Avi Kwa Ame? Let us know by leaving us a voicemail or a texting us at 702-514-0719. We’re also on Twitter! Follow us @CityCastVegas. Psst — by the way, do your inbox a favor and sign up for our amazing morning newsletter at lasvegas.citycast.fm/newsletter, if you haven’t already. Fri, 02 Dec 2022 14:00:00 -0000 Big News for Nature in NV! Plus, a CCSD Lawsuit & a Sandwich Showdown full City Cast Hello, sweet, sweet Friday. We’re back in your feeds with a roundup of the week’s news. Vogue, Davyid & Scott start things off with some BIG news for Nevada: President Biden has announced he’ll approve the designation of Avi Kwa Ame as a national monument! That’s right, a protected area for night skies, nature, and the sacred Spirit Mountain, right in our backyard. Then it’s onto a tough conversation about a lawsuit that the mother brought against CCSD after her son was brutally attacked on a school bus — and how privacy laws have tied the school district’s hands. And last but not least, a Very Important Sandwich Debate: Should we call a sandwich a “sammie,” a “sando,” a “sammich,” or (gasp) a “sarno?”Scott has strong feelings, and we get into it. Want to weigh in on the proper name for a sandwich? Are you excited to visit Avi Kwa Ame? Let us know by leaving us a voicemail or a texting us at 702-514-0719. We’re also on Twitter! Follow us @CityCastVegas. Psst — by the way, do your inbox a favor and sign up for our amazing morning newsletter at lasvegas.citycast.fm/newsletter, if you haven’t already. Hello, sweet, sweet Friday. We’re back in your feeds with a roundup of the week’s news. Vogue, Davyid & Scott start things off with some BIG news for Nevada: President Biden has announced he’ll approve the designation of Avi Kwa Ame as a national monument! That’s right, a protected area for night skies, nature, and the sacred Spirit Mountain, right in our backyard. Then it’s onto a tough conversation about a lawsuit that the mother brought against CCSD after her son was brutally attacked on a school bus — and how privacy laws have tied the school district’s hands. And last but not least, a Very Important Sandwich Debate: Should we call a sandwich a “sammie,” a “sando,” a “sammich,” or (gasp) a “sarno?”Scott has strong feelings, and we get into it.


Want to weigh in on the proper name for a sandwich? Are you excited to visit Avi Kwa Ame? Let us know by leaving us a voicemail or a texting us at 702-514-0719. We’re also on Twitter! Follow us @CityCastVegas.


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]]> 1689 Chef-Approved Eats in Chinatown https://lasvegas.citycast.fm/ If you love good food, Chinatown is THE happening neighborhood in Las Vegas right now, says Lorraine Blanco Moss. Lorraine is not only a producer at KNPR and host of the podcast Exit Spring Mountain, she’s also a professional chef who’s cooked in high-end kitchens on the Strip — so you’re going to want all of her insider knowledge on where to eat and what to order in Chinatown. Today, Vogue gets all the deets on where industry folks hang out, how to spot good dim sum, and why you shouldn’t always trust the Yelp reviews. Where do you love to eat in Chinatown? Got any parking tips for us? Leave us a voicemail at 702-514-0719, or hit us up on Twitter @CityCastVegas. Bring the party to your inbox every morning at 6am: Make sure to sign up for our daily newsletter at lasvegas.citycast.fm/newsletter! And last but not least, here’s the list of Chinatown restaurants that Lorraine mentioned in today’s episode. We created a handy Google Map with all the restaurants for you, too! Edo Gastro Tapas & Wine Phở Kim Long J Karaoke Sushi House Goyemon Orchids Garden Xiao Long Dumplings Partage Sparrow & Wolf Half Bird Take It Easy Roasters Thu, 01 Dec 2022 14:00:00 -0000 Chef-Approved Eats in Chinatown full City Cast If you love good food, Chinatown is THE happening neighborhood in Las Vegas right now, says Lorraine Blanco Moss. Lorraine is not only a producer at KNPR and host of the podcast Exit Spring Mountain, she’s also a professional chef who’s cooked in high-end kitchens on the Strip — so you’re going to want all of her insider knowledge on where to eat and what to order in Chinatown. Today, Vogue gets all the deets on where industry folks hang out, how to spot good dim sum, and why you shouldn’t always trust the Yelp reviews. Where do you love to eat in Chinatown? Got any parking tips for us? Leave us a voicemail at 702-514-0719, or hit us up on Twitter @CityCastVegas. Bring the party to your inbox every morning at 6am: Make sure to sign up for our daily newsletter at lasvegas.citycast.fm/newsletter! And last but not least, here’s the list of Chinatown restaurants that Lorraine mentioned in today’s episode. We created a handy Google Map with all the restaurants for you, too! Edo Gastro Tapas & Wine Phở Kim Long J Karaoke Sushi House Goyemon Orchids Garden Xiao Long Dumplings Partage Sparrow & Wolf Half Bird Take It Easy Roasters If you love good food, Chinatown is THE happening neighborhood in Las Vegas right now, says Lorraine Blanco Moss. Lorraine is not only a producer at KNPR and host of the podcast Exit Spring Mountain, she’s also a professional chef who’s cooked in high-end kitchens on the Strip — so you’re going to want all of her insider knowledge on where to eat and what to order in Chinatown. Today, Vogue gets all the deets on where industry folks hang out, how to spot good dim sum, and why you shouldn’t always trust the Yelp reviews.


Where do you love to eat in Chinatown? Got any parking tips for us? Leave us a voicemail at 702-514-0719, or hit us up on Twitter @CityCastVegas.


Bring the party to your inbox every morning at 6am: Make sure to sign up for our daily newsletter at lasvegas.citycast.fm/newsletter!


And last but not least, here’s the list of Chinatown restaurants that Lorraine mentioned in today’s episode. We created a handy Google Map with all the restaurants for you, too!

  • Edo Gastro Tapas & Wine
  • Phở Kim Long
  • J Karaoke
  • Sushi House Goyemon
  • Orchids Garden
  • Xiao Long Dumplings
  • Partage
  • Sparrow & Wolf
  • Half Bird
  • Take It Easy Roasters
]]> 1309 The Vegas Movies That We Love (And Hate) https://lasvegas.citycast.fm/ As people find themselves with more downtime around the holidays, the age old question presents itself: what do we watch? Luckily, there is no shortage of movies that are about, set in, or mention our city. So what makes a Vegas movie and which ones are worth watching? Co-host Dayvid Figler sits down with cinephile, poet, and professor Gregory Crosby to debate which Vegas movies should make your watchlist and which ones miss the mark. Our (non-exhaustive) Vegas movie watchlist: The Hangover Trilogy Honeymoon in Vegas (1992) Viva Las Vegas (1964) Casino (1995) The Night Stalker (1972) Hacks (TV) Fright Night (2011) Queen of Diamonds (1991) One from the Heart (1981) Con Air (1997) Leaving Las Vegas (1995) Lost in America (1985) Blade Runner 2049 (2017) Army of the Dead (2021) Damnation Alley (1977) Fear and Loathing in Las Vegas (1998) Diamonds Are Forever (1971) Showgirls (1995) Did your favorite Vegas movie make the list? What did we miss? Keep the conversation going on Twitter @CityCastVegas or leave us a voicemail at 702-514-0719. Want more Vegas news, guides, and fun facts? Make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter at lasvegas.citycast.fm/newsletter!  Wed, 30 Nov 2022 14:00:00 -0000 The Vegas Movies That We Love (And Hate) full City Cast As people find themselves with more downtime around the holidays, the age old question presents itself: what do we watch? Luckily, there is no shortage of movies that are about, set in, or mention our city. So what makes a Vegas movie and which ones are worth watching? Co-host Dayvid Figler sits down with cinephile, poet, and professor Gregory Crosby to debate which Vegas movies should make your watchlist and which ones miss the mark. Our (non-exhaustive) Vegas movie watchlist: The Hangover Trilogy Honeymoon in Vegas (1992) Viva Las Vegas (1964) Casino (1995) The Night Stalker (1972) Hacks (TV) Fright Night (2011) Queen of Diamonds (1991) One from the Heart (1981) Con Air (1997) Leaving Las Vegas (1995) Lost in America (1985) Blade Runner 2049 (2017) Army of the Dead (2021) Damnation Alley (1977) Fear and Loathing in Las Vegas (1998) Diamonds Are Forever (1971) Showgirls (1995) Did your favorite Vegas movie make the list? What did we miss? Keep the conversation going on Twitter @CityCastVegas or leave us a voicemail at 702-514-0719. Want more Vegas news, guides, and fun facts? Make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter at lasvegas.citycast.fm/newsletter!  As people find themselves with more downtime around the holidays, the age old question presents itself: what do we watch? Luckily, there is no shortage of movies that are about, set in, or mention our city. So what makes a Vegas movie and which ones are worth watching? Co-host Dayvid Figler sits down with cinephile, poet, and professor Gregory Crosby to debate which Vegas movies should make your watchlist and which ones miss the mark.


Our (non-exhaustive) Vegas movie watchlist:

The Hangover Trilogy

Honeymoon in Vegas (1992)

Viva Las Vegas (1964)

Casino (1995)

The Night Stalker (1972)

Hacks (TV)

Fright Night (2011)

Queen of Diamonds (1991)

One from the Heart (1981)

Con Air (1997)

Leaving Las Vegas (1995)

Lost in America (1985)

Blade Runner 2049 (2017)

Army of the Dead (2021)

Damnation Alley (1977)

Fear and Loathing in Las Vegas (1998)

Diamonds Are Forever (1971)

Showgirls (1995)


Did your favorite Vegas movie make the list? What did we miss? Keep the conversation going on Twitter @CityCastVegas or leave us a voicemail at 702-514-0719.


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]]> 1413 The Trailblazing Architect Behind Iconic Vegas Buildings https://lasvegas.citycast.fm Decades after his passing, mid-century architect Paul Revere Williams is finally getting his due: He was the first Black certified architect west of the Mississippi, the first Black member of the American Institute of Architects, and the first to receive the AIA’s Gold Medal, its highest honor, posthumously in 2017. Despite the prejudices of the era, Williams became known as an architect to the stars, building homes for celebrities like Frank Sinatra and Cary Grant — and in the 1930s to the 70s, left his mark on Nevada’s cityscapes, too. Today, Dayvid sits down with Nevada Museum of Art curator Carmen Beals to talk about Paul Revere Williams’ Las Vegas legacy. Be sure to check out their upcoming exhibit at the Nevada State Museum, featuring photos of Williams’ iconic Nevada buildings by photographer Janna Ireland, which opens on December 3rd. Do you have any memories of La Concha Inn, the Guardian Angel Cathedral, or other Paul Revere Williams buildings in Las Vegas? Let us know! Leave us a voicemail or a text message at 702-514-0719 or find us on Twitter @CityCastVegas. For more Vegas history, happenings and hot takes, make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter at lasvegas.citycast.fm/newsletter! Tue, 29 Nov 2022 14:00:00 -0000 The Trailblazing Architect Behind Iconic Vegas Buildings full City Cast Decades after his passing, mid-century architect Paul Revere Williams is finally getting his due: He was the first Black certified architect west of the Mississippi, the first Black member of the American Institute of Architects, and the first to receive the AIA’s Gold Medal, its highest honor, posthumously in 2017. Despite the prejudices of the era, Williams became known as an architect to the stars, building homes for celebrities like Frank Sinatra and Cary Grant — and in the 1930s to the 70s, left his mark on Nevada’s cityscapes, too. Today, Dayvid sits down with Nevada Museum of Art curator Carmen Beals to talk about Paul Revere Williams’ Las Vegas legacy. Be sure to check out their upcoming exhibit at the Nevada State Museum, featuring photos of Williams’ iconic Nevada buildings by photographer Janna Ireland, which opens on December 3rd. Do you have any memories of La Concha Inn, the Guardian Angel Cathedral, or other Paul Revere Williams buildings in Las Vegas? Let us know! Leave us a voicemail or a text message at 702-514-0719 or find us on Twitter @CityCastVegas. For more Vegas history, happenings and hot takes, make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter at lasvegas.citycast.fm/newsletter! Decades after his passing, mid-century architect Paul Revere Williams is finally getting his due: He was the first Black certified architect west of the Mississippi, the first Black member of the American Institute of Architects, and the first to receive the AIA’s Gold Medal, its highest honor, posthumously in 2017. Despite the prejudices of the era, Williams became known as an architect to the stars, building homes for celebrities like Frank Sinatra and Cary Grant — and in the 1930s to the 70s, left his mark on Nevada’s cityscapes, too.


Today, Dayvid sits down with Nevada Museum of Art curator Carmen Beals to talk about Paul Revere Williams’ Las Vegas legacy. Be sure to check out their upcoming exhibit at the Nevada State Museum, featuring photos of Williams’ iconic Nevada buildings by photographer Janna Ireland, which opens on December 3rd.


Do you have any memories of La Concha Inn, the Guardian Angel Cathedral, or other Paul Revere Williams buildings in Las Vegas? Let us know! Leave us a voicemail or a text message at 702-514-0719 or find us on Twitter @CityCastVegas.


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]]> 983 How This Sandwich Spot Stole Vegas’ Heart https://lasvegas.citycast.fm/ Like many Las Vegans, the beloved sandwich shop Capriotti’s wasn’t born in this town — but they made Las Vegas their home. Since moving their headquarters to Las Vegas, Capriotti’s has integrated themselves into the community so much so that some think they did start here! Today, co-host Dayvid Figler chats with Chief Operating Officer David Bloom about their famous “Thanksgiving in a Sandwich,” why Butterball raises a line of turkeys just for them (it’s called the “Capriotti’s Super Tom”), and the secret sauce that makes Capriotti’s a Vegas fave. What are you doing with your Thanksgiving leftovers? Let us know on Twitter @CityCastVegas! You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719.  Want more Vegas news? Make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter at lasvegas.citycast.fm/newsletter! Mon, 28 Nov 2022 14:00:00 -0000 How This Sandwich Spot Stole Vegas’ Heart full City Cast Like many Las Vegans, the beloved sandwich shop Capriotti’s wasn’t born in this town — but they made Las Vegas their home. Since moving their headquarters to Las Vegas, Capriotti’s has integrated themselves into the community so much so that some think they did start here! Today, co-host Dayvid Figler chats with Chief Operating Officer David Bloom about their famous “Thanksgiving in a Sandwich,” why Butterball raises a line of turkeys just for them (it’s called the “Capriotti’s Super Tom”), and the secret sauce that makes Capriotti’s a Vegas fave. What are you doing with your Thanksgiving leftovers? Let us know on Twitter @CityCastVegas! You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719.  Want more Vegas news? Make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter at lasvegas.citycast.fm/newsletter! Like many Las Vegans, the beloved sandwich shop Capriotti’s wasn’t born in this town — but they made Las Vegas their home. Since moving their headquarters to Las Vegas, Capriotti’s has integrated themselves into the community so much so that some think they did start here! Today, co-host Dayvid Figler chats with Chief Operating Officer David Bloom about their famous “Thanksgiving in a Sandwich,” why Butterball raises a line of turkeys just for them (it’s called the “Capriotti’s Super Tom”), and the secret sauce that makes Capriotti’s a Vegas fave.


What are you doing with your Thanksgiving leftovers? Let us know on Twitter @CityCastVegas!


You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719. 


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]]> 1093 Crosswalk Turkeys, Sexy Volcanos, and What Makes For a Good Judge https://lasvegas.citycast.fm It’s not the weekend, but it’s also kinda the weekend — so we’ve got a special roundup episode of our short but not uneventful week! Today, Sonja, Layla and Dayvid look back at a pivotal moment in Vegas history, when the Mirage opened 33 years ago this week, a massive gamble as the Strip’s first mega-resort. Plus: What’s going to happen to the Mirage’s volcano — and would we get to keep it if they made it sexy like the TI pirate show? Next, we look at Gov. Sisolak’s newest NV Supreme Court nomination: Patricia Lee, and what makes her nomination surprising. Last, we chat about our Thanksgiving plans, why Dayvid’s involves a turkey costume, why Sonja’s involves barbecue, and why Layla plans on doing no cooking whatsoever (shout out to her sisters). What do you think should be done with the Mirage volcano? Have you seen the crosswalk turkey downtown? Let us know by leaving us a text or a voicemail at 702-514-0719, or send a tweet our way @CityCastVegas (if you’re still on the bird app). For even more Vegas news, happenings, and fun commentary, you’ll want to sign up for Hey Las Vegas!, our morning newsletter, at lasvegas.citycast.fm/newsletter. Trust, it’s the best thing in your inbox at 6 a.m. Wed, 23 Nov 2022 14:00:00 -0000 Crosswalk Turkeys, Sexy Volcanos, and What Makes For a Good Judge full City Cast It’s not the weekend, but it’s also kinda the weekend — so we’ve got a special roundup episode of our short but not uneventful week! Today, Sonja, Layla and Dayvid look back at a pivotal moment in Vegas history, when the Mirage opened 33 years ago this week, a massive gamble as the Strip’s first mega-resort. Plus: What’s going to happen to the Mirage’s volcano — and would we get to keep it if they made it sexy like the TI pirate show? Next, we look at Gov. Sisolak’s newest NV Supreme Court nomination: Patricia Lee, and what makes her nomination surprising. Last, we chat about our Thanksgiving plans, why Dayvid’s involves a turkey costume, why Sonja’s involves barbecue, and why Layla plans on doing no cooking whatsoever (shout out to her sisters). What do you think should be done with the Mirage volcano? Have you seen the crosswalk turkey downtown? Let us know by leaving us a text or a voicemail at 702-514-0719, or send a tweet our way @CityCastVegas (if you’re still on the bird app). For even more Vegas news, happenings, and fun commentary, you’ll want to sign up for Hey Las Vegas!, our morning newsletter, at lasvegas.citycast.fm/newsletter. Trust, it’s the best thing in your inbox at 6 a.m. It’s not the weekend, but it’s also kinda the weekend — so we’ve got a special roundup episode of our short but not uneventful week! Today, Sonja, Layla and Dayvid look back at a pivotal moment in Vegas history, when the Mirage opened 33 years ago this week, a massive gamble as the Strip’s first mega-resort. Plus: What’s going to happen to the Mirage’s volcano — and would we get to keep it if they made it sexy like the TI pirate show?


Next, we look at Gov. Sisolak’s newest NV Supreme Court nomination: Patricia Lee, and what makes her nomination surprising. Last, we chat about our Thanksgiving plans, why Dayvid’s involves a turkey costume, why Sonja’s involves barbecue, and why Layla plans on doing no cooking whatsoever (shout out to her sisters).


What do you think should be done with the Mirage volcano? Have you seen the crosswalk turkey downtown? Let us know by leaving us a text or a voicemail at 702-514-0719, or send a tweet our way @CityCastVegas (if you’re still on the bird app).


For even more Vegas news, happenings, and fun commentary, you’ll want to sign up for Hey Las Vegas!, our morning newsletter, at lasvegas.citycast.fm/newsletter. Trust, it’s the best thing in your inbox at 6 a.m.

]]> 1343 Why Did Howard Hughes Move to Vegas on Thanksgiving Night? https://lasvegas.citycast.fm/ On Thanksgiving in 1966, Howard Hughes arrived in Las Vegas in the dead of night on a secret train from Boston. The billionaire businessman, aviator, and movie producer was highly eccentric and at this point in his life had little to no communication with the outside world. As he secluded himself on the 9th floor of the Desert Inn hotel, he began to reshape the future of Las Vegas by buying up casinos and land. But what attracted him to Las Vegas in the first place? Co-host Vogue Robinson sits down with Geoff Schumacher, author of Howard Hughes: Power, Paranoia, and Palace Intrigue, to discuss the impact Hughes had on our city, and what his reclusive life in Las Vegas looked like. Don't miss Geoff's talk at the Clark County Library on Thursday, December 1st at 7 p.m. He'll explain the mysterious "Mormon Will" that supposedly gave a massive share of Hughes' fortune to a complete stranger — and you'll hear Geoff's take on whether the will was real or not. Where do you see Howard Hughes’ footprint around the city? Let us know on Twitter @CityCastVegas or leave us a voicemail at 702-514-0719. Want more Vegas news? Make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter at lasvegas.citycast.fm/newsletter! Tue, 22 Nov 2022 14:00:00 -0000 Why Did Howard Hughes Move to Vegas on Thanksgiving Night? full City Cast On Thanksgiving in 1966, Howard Hughes arrived in Las Vegas in the dead of night on a secret train from Boston. The billionaire businessman, aviator, and movie producer was highly eccentric and at this point in his life had little to no communication with the outside world. As he secluded himself on the 9th floor of the Desert Inn hotel, he began to reshape the future of Las Vegas by buying up casinos and land. But what attracted him to Las Vegas in the first place? Co-host Vogue Robinson sits down with Geoff Schumacher, author of Howard Hughes: Power, Paranoia, and Palace Intrigue, to discuss the impact Hughes had on our city, and what his reclusive life in Las Vegas looked like. Don't miss Geoff's talk at the Clark County Library on Thursday, December 1st at 7 p.m. He'll explain the mysterious "Mormon Will" that supposedly gave a massive share of Hughes' fortune to a complete stranger — and you'll hear Geoff's take on whether the will was real or not. Where do you see Howard Hughes’ footprint around the city? Let us know on Twitter @CityCastVegas or leave us a voicemail at 702-514-0719. Want more Vegas news? Make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter at lasvegas.citycast.fm/newsletter! On Thanksgiving in 1966, Howard Hughes arrived in Las Vegas in the dead of night on a secret train from Boston. The billionaire businessman, aviator, and movie producer was highly eccentric and at this point in his life had little to no communication with the outside world. As he secluded himself on the 9th floor of the Desert Inn hotel, he began to reshape the future of Las Vegas by buying up casinos and land. But what attracted him to Las Vegas in the first place? Co-host Vogue Robinson sits down with Geoff Schumacher, author of Howard Hughes: Power, Paranoia, and Palace Intrigue, to discuss the impact Hughes had on our city, and what his reclusive life in Las Vegas looked like.


Don't miss Geoff's talk at the Clark County Library on Thursday, December 1st at 7 p.m. He'll explain the mysterious "Mormon Will" that supposedly gave a massive share of Hughes' fortune to a complete stranger — and you'll hear Geoff's take on whether the will was real or not.


Where do you see Howard Hughes’ footprint around the city? Let us know on Twitter @CityCastVegas or leave us a voicemail at 702-514-0719.


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]]> 1343 Best Hidden Food Gems https://lasvegas.citycast.fm/ Las Vegas is a food town. From the high-end restaurants to the gas station taco stands, there are almost too many places to explore and take your family and friends when they visit for the holidays. To make it a little easier for you, co-host Vogue Robinson sits down with artist and food critic Brent Holmes to get the best spots that might get overshadowed by the glitz and glam of fine dining on The Strip. They also dive in to what makes the Vegas food scene so delicious … and underrated. Whether you’re in the mood for soul food fusion or a parking lot taco, you’re in for a treat. Places mentioned in this episode:   Weiss Deli Bagel Cafe Burritos Guisos de el Canelo Birrieria Los Rojos YEN Viet Kitchen Soul Foo Young Aroma Latin American Cocina Brent’s write-up about Burritos Guisos de el Canelo: https://knpr.org/desert-companion/2021-11/eat-now-wet-burrito-burritos-guisos-de-el-canelo Want more Vegas news? We've got you covered! Sign up for our morning newsletter at lasvegas.citycast.fm/newsletter And while you’re at it, follow us on Twitter @CityCastVegas  Is there a hidden food gem we didn’t mention? Let us know by sending us a text or leaving a voicemail: 702-514-0719. Mon, 21 Nov 2022 14:00:00 -0000 Best Hidden Food Gems full City Cast Las Vegas is a food town. From the high-end restaurants to the gas station taco stands, there are almost too many places to explore and take your family and friends when they visit for the holidays. To make it a little easier for you, co-host Vogue Robinson sits down with artist and food critic Brent Holmes to get the best spots that might get overshadowed by the glitz and glam of fine dining on The Strip. They also dive in to what makes the Vegas food scene so delicious … and underrated. Whether you’re in the mood for soul food fusion or a parking lot taco, you’re in for a treat. Places mentioned in this episode:   Weiss Deli Bagel Cafe Burritos Guisos de el Canelo Birrieria Los Rojos YEN Viet Kitchen Soul Foo Young Aroma Latin American Cocina Brent’s write-up about Burritos Guisos de el Canelo: https://knpr.org/desert-companion/2021-11/eat-now-wet-burrito-burritos-guisos-de-el-canelo Want more Vegas news? We've got you covered! Sign up for our morning newsletter at lasvegas.citycast.fm/newsletter And while you’re at it, follow us on Twitter @CityCastVegas  Is there a hidden food gem we didn’t mention? Let us know by sending us a text or leaving a voicemail: 702-514-0719. Las Vegas is a food town. From the high-end restaurants to the gas station taco stands, there are almost too many places to explore and take your family and friends when they visit for the holidays. To make it a little easier for you, co-host Vogue Robinson sits down with artist and food critic Brent Holmes to get the best spots that might get overshadowed by the glitz and glam of fine dining on The Strip. They also dive in to what makes the Vegas food scene so delicious … and underrated. Whether you’re in the mood for soul food fusion or a parking lot taco, you’re in for a treat.


Places mentioned in this episode:

 

Weiss Deli

Bagel Cafe

Burritos Guisos de el Canelo

Birrieria Los Rojos

YEN Viet Kitchen

Soul Foo Young

Aroma Latin American Cocina


Brent’s write-up about Burritos Guisos de el Canelo: https://knpr.org/desert-companion/2021-11/eat-now-wet-burrito-burritos-guisos-de-el-canelo


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]]> 1252 Bronze Statues, Banned Media + Christmas Cactus https://lasvegas.citycast.fm Producer Layla Muhammad jumps into the host seat to welcome co-host Dayvid Figler and friend of the pod reporter Michael “MJ” Lyle of the Nevada Current to the roundup of Las Vegas’ last week. We start with the new Governor-elect Joe Lombardo’s first public address since winning the election. In a “tight 10” minute speech, he hit his priorities, the top of which was “education.”  The speech was overshadowed, however, by what wasn’t in the room - specifically reporters from publications who had arguably been critical of the Governor-elect Lombardo in the past. Then, we shift gears and talk about the unveiling this week of a $125,000 dollar bronze statue of former (and living) Mayor Oscar B. Goodman. Finally, we move on to things that make us happy this week/holiday traditions. Want more Vegas news? Make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter at lasvegas.citycast.fm/newsletter!  We’re also on Twitter! Follow us @CityCastVegas  You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719. Fri, 18 Nov 2022 14:00:00 -0000 Bronze Statues, Banned Media + Christmas Cactus full City Cast Producer Layla Muhammad jumps into the host seat to welcome co-host Dayvid Figler and friend of the pod reporter Michael “MJ” Lyle of the Nevada Current to the roundup of Las Vegas’ last week. We start with the new Governor-elect Joe Lombardo’s first public address since winning the election. In a “tight 10” minute speech, he hit his priorities, the top of which was “education.”  The speech was overshadowed, however, by what wasn’t in the room - specifically reporters from publications who had arguably been critical of the Governor-elect Lombardo in the past. Then, we shift gears and talk about the unveiling this week of a $125,000 dollar bronze statue of former (and living) Mayor Oscar B. Goodman. Finally, we move on to things that make us happy this week/holiday traditions. Want more Vegas news? Make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter at lasvegas.citycast.fm/newsletter!  We’re also on Twitter! Follow us @CityCastVegas  You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719. Producer Layla Muhammad jumps into the host seat to welcome co-host Dayvid Figler and friend of the pod reporter Michael “MJ” Lyle of the Nevada Current to the roundup of Las Vegas’ last week. We start with the new Governor-elect Joe Lombardo’s first public address since winning the election. In a “tight 10” minute speech, he hit his priorities, the top of which was “education.”  The speech was overshadowed, however, by what wasn’t in the room - specifically reporters from publications who had arguably been critical of the Governor-elect Lombardo in the past. Then, we shift gears and talk about the unveiling this week of a $125,000 dollar bronze statue of former (and living) Mayor Oscar B. Goodman. Finally, we move on to things that make us happy this week/holiday traditions.


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]]> 1286 How Pat Spearman Lost AND Won This Election https://lasvegas.citycast.fm/ Nevada State Senator Pat Spearman lost her bid for North Las Vegas’s mayoral seat this election cycle — but less well known is her win with Question 1. Spearman was a co-sponsor for the bill that got that Question 1 on the ballot this November, which passed and puts the country’s most sweeping Equal Rights Amendment in Nevada’s constitution. What’s more, she was the driving force behind Nevada’s ratification of the federal ERA, reviving it after 40 years of zombie-hood. So who is Dr. Pat Spearman? Today, we’ve got a special guest episode from Ordinary Equality and Womanica, hosted by Kate Kelly (you might remember her from our episode on Question 1) — Kate interviews Senator Spearman, who shares the life experiences that brought her to the Nevada Senate, and why she fights for equal rights. Thoughts? Questions? Call or text us at 702-514-0719. We’re also on Twitter! Follow us @CityCastVegas. Want more Vegas news? Make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter at lasvegas.citycast.fm/newsletter! Thu, 17 Nov 2022 14:00:00 -0000 How Pat Spearman Lost AND Won This Election full City Cast Nevada State Senator Pat Spearman lost her bid for North Las Vegas’s mayoral seat this election cycle — but less well known is her win with Question 1. Spearman was a co-sponsor for the bill that got that Question 1 on the ballot this November, which passed and puts the country’s most sweeping Equal Rights Amendment in Nevada’s constitution. What’s more, she was the driving force behind Nevada’s ratification of the federal ERA, reviving it after 40 years of zombie-hood. So who is Dr. Pat Spearman? Today, we’ve got a special guest episode from Ordinary Equality and Womanica, hosted by Kate Kelly (you might remember her from our episode on Question 1) — Kate interviews Senator Spearman, who shares the life experiences that brought her to the Nevada Senate, and why she fights for equal rights. Thoughts? Questions? Call or text us at 702-514-0719. We’re also on Twitter! Follow us @CityCastVegas. Want more Vegas news? Make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter at lasvegas.citycast.fm/newsletter! Nevada State Senator Pat Spearman lost her bid for North Las Vegas’s mayoral seat this election cycle — but less well known is her win with Question 1. Spearman was a co-sponsor for the bill that got that Question 1 on the ballot this November, which passed and puts the country’s most sweeping Equal Rights Amendment in Nevada’s constitution. What’s more, she was the driving force behind Nevada’s ratification of the federal ERA, reviving it after 40 years of zombie-hood.


So who is Dr. Pat Spearman? Today, we’ve got a special guest episode from Ordinary Equality and Womanica, hosted by Kate Kelly (you might remember her from our episode on Question 1) — Kate interviews Senator Spearman, who shares the life experiences that brought her to the Nevada Senate, and why she fights for equal rights.


Thoughts? Questions? Call or text us at 702-514-0719. We’re also on Twitter! Follow us @CityCastVegas.


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]]> 801 Buildings We Love to Hate https://lasvegas.citycast.fm YES we love our city, but sometimes we gotta complain about it. Today, Vogue, Dayvid, Scott and Sonja sit down to kvetch about the buildings in Las Vegas that we hate — because they’re out of place, poorly-designed, or downright ugly. Did we get it right? Or horribly wrong? Are you itching to argue against one of our picks? Leave us a voicemail at 702-514-0719 or blast us on Twitter @CityCastVegas. For more Vegas snark (ok, and some thoughtful commentary, too), make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter at lasvegas.citycast.fm/newsletter! Wed, 16 Nov 2022 14:00:00 -0000 Buildings We Love to Hate full City Cast YES we love our city, but sometimes we gotta complain about it. Today, Vogue, Dayvid, Scott and Sonja sit down to kvetch about the buildings in Las Vegas that we hate — because they’re out of place, poorly-designed, or downright ugly. Did we get it right? Or horribly wrong? Are you itching to argue against one of our picks? Leave us a voicemail at 702-514-0719 or blast us on Twitter @CityCastVegas. For more Vegas snark (ok, and some thoughtful commentary, too), make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter at lasvegas.citycast.fm/newsletter! YES we love our city, but sometimes we gotta complain about it. Today, Vogue, Dayvid, Scott and Sonja sit down to kvetch about the buildings in Las Vegas that we hate — because they’re out of place, poorly-designed, or downright ugly.


Did we get it right? Or horribly wrong? Are you itching to argue against one of our picks? Leave us a voicemail at 702-514-0719 or blast us on Twitter @CityCastVegas.


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]]> 1426 Why ACLUNV Sued Nye County Four Times https://lasvegas.citycast.fm/ Election denialism hit hard in Nevada. So hard, in fact, that our neighbors in Nye County moved to hand-count their ballots thanks to distrust in tabulation machines. The county accounts for about 30,000 of our state’s votes, which is significant in a year of super close races. So the American Civil Liberties Union of Nevada sued the county and headed out to observe their tedious hand-counting process. Today, host Vogue Robinson chats with the Executive Director of the ACLUNV, Athar Haseebullah, about what he observed at the polls, why they sued Nye County four times, and what poll watchers are supposed to do. Want more Vegas news? Make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter at lasvegas.citycast.fm/newsletter!  What are your thoughts on hand-counts? Let us know on Twitter @CityCastVegas. You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719. Tue, 15 Nov 2022 14:00:00 -0000 Why ACLUNV Sued Nye County Four Times full City Cast Election denialism hit hard in Nevada. So hard, in fact, that our neighbors in Nye County moved to hand-count their ballots thanks to distrust in tabulation machines. The county accounts for about 30,000 of our state’s votes, which is significant in a year of super close races. So the American Civil Liberties Union of Nevada sued the county and headed out to observe their tedious hand-counting process. Today, host Vogue Robinson chats with the Executive Director of the ACLUNV, Athar Haseebullah, about what he observed at the polls, why they sued Nye County four times, and what poll watchers are supposed to do. Want more Vegas news? Make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter at lasvegas.citycast.fm/newsletter!  What are your thoughts on hand-counts? Let us know on Twitter @CityCastVegas. You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719. Election denialism hit hard in Nevada. So hard, in fact, that our neighbors in Nye County moved to hand-count their ballots thanks to distrust in tabulation machines. The county accounts for about 30,000 of our state’s votes, which is significant in a year of super close races. So the American Civil Liberties Union of Nevada sued the county and headed out to observe their tedious hand-counting process. Today, host Vogue Robinson chats with the Executive Director of the ACLUNV, Athar Haseebullah, about what he observed at the polls, why they sued Nye County four times, and what poll watchers are supposed to do.


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]]> 1197 History of Sex and Sin City https://lasvegas.citycast.fm Did you know Las Vegas has an Erotic Heritage Museum? Of course we do! On the outside, it looks like a seedy strip club, covered in neon, advertising shows like Naked Boys Singing and Puppetry of the Penis, but on the inside…the museum examines and preserves our erotic heritage with art and science (they even have a Picasso)! They’re working to de-stigmatize sex in Sin City! How? Co-host Vogue Robinson is gonna find out by talking with sexologist Dr. Victoria Hartmann, who is the Executive Director and Officer of The Erotic Heritage Museum.  Have you been to the Erotic Heritage Museum? What was your favorite part? Send us a PG voicemail at 702-514-0719. You can also tell us on Twitter @CityCastVegas  Looking for more adventure in Vegas? Make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter at lasvegas.citycast.fm/newsletter! Mon, 14 Nov 2022 14:00:00 -0000 History of Sex and Sin City full City Cast Did you know Las Vegas has an Erotic Heritage Museum? Of course we do! On the outside, it looks like a seedy strip club, covered in neon, advertising shows like Naked Boys Singing and Puppetry of the Penis, but on the inside…the museum examines and preserves our erotic heritage with art and science (they even have a Picasso)! They’re working to de-stigmatize sex in Sin City! How? Co-host Vogue Robinson is gonna find out by talking with sexologist Dr. Victoria Hartmann, who is the Executive Director and Officer of The Erotic Heritage Museum.  Have you been to the Erotic Heritage Museum? What was your favorite part? Send us a PG voicemail at 702-514-0719. You can also tell us on Twitter @CityCastVegas  Looking for more adventure in Vegas? Make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter at lasvegas.citycast.fm/newsletter! Did you know Las Vegas has an Erotic Heritage Museum? Of course we do! On the outside, it looks like a seedy strip club, covered in neon, advertising shows like Naked Boys Singing and Puppetry of the Penis, but on the inside…the museum examines and preserves our erotic heritage with art and science (they even have a Picasso)! They’re working to de-stigmatize sex in Sin City! How? Co-host Vogue Robinson is gonna find out by talking with sexologist Dr. Victoria Hartmann, who is the Executive Director and Officer of The Erotic Heritage Museum. 


Have you been to the Erotic Heritage Museum? What was your favorite part? Send us a PG voicemail at 702-514-0719. You can also tell us on Twitter @CityCastVegas 


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]]> 1262 Guest Episode: Mobbed Up's Stories from the Steer Everybody loves a true-crime story. Today, we have a special guest episode from our friends at the Las Vegas Review Journal’s Mobbed Up podcast. Produced in partnership with The Mob Museum, Mobbed Up is a true-crime series that dives in to the fight against organized crime in 1960s and 1970s Las Vegas. You’ll love this bonus episode from season 2 where a waiter from Vegas’s oldest steakhouse shares his personal memories of a mob hitman. Jeff German, Review-Journal investigative reporter and host for Season 2, interviews longtime Golden Steer waiter Venko Nikolov about his memories of mob hitman Frank Cullotta and some of the celebrities he served at the iconic Las Vegas steakhouse. We dedicate this episode to the memory of Jeff German, in honor of his long history of reporting in Las Vegas. Listen to seasons 1 and 2 of Mobbed Up: The Fight for Las Vegas. Want more Vegas news? Make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter at lasvegas.citycast.fm/newsletter!  You can call or text us at 702-514-0719. We’re also on Twitter! Follow us @CityCastVegas  Sat, 12 Nov 2022 14:00:00 -0000 Guest Episode: Mobbed Up's Stories from the Steer full City Cast Everybody loves a true-crime story. Today, we have a special guest episode from our friends at the Las Vegas Review Journal’s Mobbed Up podcast. Produced in partnership with The Mob Museum, Mobbed Up is a true-crime series that dives in to the fight against organized crime in 1960s and 1970s Las Vegas. You’ll love this bonus episode from season 2 where a waiter from Vegas’s oldest steakhouse shares his personal memories of a mob hitman. Jeff German, Review-Journal investigative reporter and host for Season 2, interviews longtime Golden Steer waiter Venko Nikolov about his memories of mob hitman Frank Cullotta and some of the celebrities he served at the iconic Las Vegas steakhouse. We dedicate this episode to the memory of Jeff German, in honor of his long history of reporting in Las Vegas. Listen to seasons 1 and 2 of Mobbed Up: The Fight for Las Vegas. Want more Vegas news? Make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter at lasvegas.citycast.fm/newsletter!  You can call or text us at 702-514-0719. We’re also on Twitter! Follow us @CityCastVegas  Everybody loves a true-crime story. Today, we have a special guest episode from our friends at the Las Vegas Review Journal’s Mobbed Up podcast. Produced in partnership with The Mob Museum, Mobbed Up is a true-crime series that dives in to the fight against organized crime in 1960s and 1970s Las Vegas. You’ll love this bonus episode from season 2 where a waiter from Vegas’s oldest steakhouse shares his personal memories of a mob hitman.


Jeff German, Review-Journal investigative reporter and host for Season 2, interviews longtime Golden Steer waiter Venko Nikolov about his memories of mob hitman Frank Cullotta and some of the celebrities he served at the iconic Las Vegas steakhouse.


We dedicate this episode to the memory of Jeff German, in honor of his long history of reporting in Las Vegas.


Listen to seasons 1 and 2 of Mobbed Up: The Fight for Las Vegas.


Want more Vegas news? Make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter at lasvegas.citycast.fm/newsletter! 


You can call or text us at 702-514-0719. We’re also on Twitter! Follow us @CityCastVegas 

]]> 731 Election Night Pizza and the Tripledemic https://lasvegas.citycast.fm Hosts Vogue Robinson and Dayvid Figler welcome Nevada Independent political reporter Tabitha Mueller to the Round up to figure out the shape of things as the count goes on and on. We take a dip into the most current numbers, why its taking SO LONG, and the implications as the march towards finality continues. We also take a sojourn down the fun tradition of journalists eating pizza through election night with a survey of local newsrooms to . Then, despite the election distraction, the real world doesnt stop. In addition to election numbers, we have COVID numbers to discuss too. Looking for digestible election updates? Make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter at lasvegas.citycast.fm/newsletter!  What would be your election night pizza choice? Leave us a voicemail at 702-514-0719 or send us a tweet@CityCastVegas  Fri, 11 Nov 2022 14:00:00 -0000 Election Night Pizza and the Tripledemic full City Cast Hosts Vogue Robinson and Dayvid Figler welcome Nevada Independent political reporter Tabitha Mueller to the Round up to figure out the shape of things as the count goes on and on. We take a dip into the most current numbers, why its taking SO LONG, and the implications as the march towards finality continues. We also take a sojourn down the fun tradition of journalists eating pizza through election night with a survey of local newsrooms to . Then, despite the election distraction, the real world doesnt stop. In addition to election numbers, we have COVID numbers to discuss too. Looking for digestible election updates? Make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter at lasvegas.citycast.fm/newsletter!  What would be your election night pizza choice? Leave us a voicemail at 702-514-0719 or send us a tweet@CityCastVegas  Hosts Vogue Robinson and Dayvid Figler welcome Nevada Independent political reporter Tabitha Mueller to the Round up to figure out the shape of things as the count goes on and on. We take a dip into the most current numbers, why its taking SO LONG, and the implications as the march towards finality continues. We also take a sojourn down the fun tradition of journalists eating pizza through election night with a survey of local newsrooms to . Then, despite the election distraction, the real world doesnt stop. In addition to election numbers, we have COVID numbers to discuss too.


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]]> 1643 We Can’t Stop Thinking About Those Lake Mead Remains https://lasvegas.citycast.fm A few weeks ago, a sixth set of human remains was found in Lake Mead. And just last week, a Texas woman got confirmation that the 5th body found this year belonged to her father, who drowned in the lake 20 years ago. These discoveries come in the wake of water levels reaching their lowest point since the reservoir was being filled in 1937. Officials have yet to identify the victims, but that isn’t stopping Las Vegas from buzzing with speculation, curiosity… and tactless billboards. Given our infamous history with organized crime, it’s no surprise that people have been bursting with theories about their connection to the mob. Today, we’re bringing you a conversation that host Vogue Robinson had with Geoff Schumacher, Vice President of Exhibits and Programs for The Mob Museum, in August. They discuss why most of these theories relate to the mob, why they may or may not be true, and what Las Vegans aren’t thinking about as we romanticize the mob’s involvement. Do you have a wild Lake Mead story? Call or text us at 702-514-0719 or find us on Twitter @CityCastVegas. Make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter for updates on all things Vegas at lasvegas.citycast.fm/newsletter! Thu, 10 Nov 2022 14:00:00 -0000 We Can’t Stop Thinking About Those Lake Mead Remains full City Cast A few weeks ago, a sixth set of human remains was found in Lake Mead. And just last week, a Texas woman got confirmation that the 5th body found this year belonged to her father, who drowned in the lake 20 years ago. These discoveries come in the wake of water levels reaching their lowest point since the reservoir was being filled in 1937. Officials have yet to identify the victims, but that isn’t stopping Las Vegas from buzzing with speculation, curiosity… and tactless billboards. Given our infamous history with organized crime, it’s no surprise that people have been bursting with theories about their connection to the mob. Today, we’re bringing you a conversation that host Vogue Robinson had with Geoff Schumacher, Vice President of Exhibits and Programs for The Mob Museum, in August. They discuss why most of these theories relate to the mob, why they may or may not be true, and what Las Vegans aren’t thinking about as we romanticize the mob’s involvement. Do you have a wild Lake Mead story? Call or text us at 702-514-0719 or find us on Twitter @CityCastVegas. Make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter for updates on all things Vegas at lasvegas.citycast.fm/newsletter! A few weeks ago, a sixth set of human remains was found in Lake Mead. And just last week, a Texas woman got confirmation that the 5th body found this year belonged to her father, who drowned in the lake 20 years ago.


These discoveries come in the wake of water levels reaching their lowest point since the reservoir was being filled in 1937. Officials have yet to identify the victims, but that isn’t stopping Las Vegas from buzzing with speculation, curiosity… and tactless billboards. Given our infamous history with organized crime, it’s no surprise that people have been bursting with theories about their connection to the mob.


Today, we’re bringing you a conversation that host Vogue Robinson had with Geoff Schumacher, Vice President of Exhibits and Programs for The Mob Museum, in August. They discuss why most of these theories relate to the mob, why they may or may not be true, and what Las Vegans aren’t thinking about as we romanticize the mob’s involvement.


Do you have a wild Lake Mead story? Call or text us at 702-514-0719 or find us on Twitter @CityCastVegas. Make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter for updates on all things Vegas at lasvegas.citycast.fm/newsletter!

]]> 1372 Election First Impressions https://lasvegas.citycast.fm Congratulations everyone, we’ve made it past Election Day! Voting for the 2022 General Election may be over but the counting continues in Nevada as mail-in ballots come in and polling stations finalize results. Nevada is in the spotlight as efforts to flip our purple state come to a head in key races. So lead producer Sonja Cho Swanson and host Dayvid Figler got up EARLY this morning to share their first impressions on the results so far. Looking for more takeaways as results come in from the election? Make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter at lasvegas.citycast.fm/newsletter!  Share your thoughts with us on Twitter @CityCastVegas. You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719. Wed, 09 Nov 2022 15:45:00 -0000 Election First Impressions full City Cast Congratulations everyone, we’ve made it past Election Day! Voting for the 2022 General Election may be over but the counting continues in Nevada as mail-in ballots come in and polling stations finalize results. Nevada is in the spotlight as efforts to flip our purple state come to a head in key races. So lead producer Sonja Cho Swanson and host Dayvid Figler got up EARLY this morning to share their first impressions on the results so far. Looking for more takeaways as results come in from the election? Make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter at lasvegas.citycast.fm/newsletter!  Share your thoughts with us on Twitter @CityCastVegas. You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719. Congratulations everyone, we’ve made it past Election Day! Voting for the 2022 General Election may be over but the counting continues in Nevada as mail-in ballots come in and polling stations finalize results. Nevada is in the spotlight as efforts to flip our purple state come to a head in key races. So lead producer Sonja Cho Swanson and host Dayvid Figler got up EARLY this morning to share their first impressions on the results so far.


Looking for more takeaways as results come in from the election? Make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter at lasvegas.citycast.fm/newsletter! 


Share your thoughts with us on Twitter @CityCastVegas. You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719.

]]> 1260 Vegas Voting Stories https://lasvegas.citycast.fm The day is finally here! Dawn has broken on Election Day 2022 and whether you’re braving the weather to go stand in line (we applaud you), you’re anxiously refreshing pages to watch the results, or you’re tuning it all out with some well-deserved R&R, we hear you. Today, Vogue, Sonja and Layla sit down for a chat about voting: Why we vote, the conversations we’ve had with friends and family who don’t, and our experiences at the polls. Plus: Layla brings us some snippets of conversations she had with voters and a poll worker at the Galleria Mall (the County’s second busiest polling place!). It’s a national day of waiting — come sit and hang with us. What did you do this Election Day? Let us know by leaving us a message or a text at 702-514-0719. You can also find us Twitter @CityCastVegas.  Want more Vegas news? Make sure to sign up for our amazing morning newsletter at lasvegas.citycast.fm/newsletter! Tue, 08 Nov 2022 14:00:00 -0000 Vegas Voting Stories full City Cast The day is finally here! Dawn has broken on Election Day 2022 and whether you’re braving the weather to go stand in line (we applaud you), you’re anxiously refreshing pages to watch the results, or you’re tuning it all out with some well-deserved R&R, we hear you. Today, Vogue, Sonja and Layla sit down for a chat about voting: Why we vote, the conversations we’ve had with friends and family who don’t, and our experiences at the polls. Plus: Layla brings us some snippets of conversations she had with voters and a poll worker at the Galleria Mall (the County’s second busiest polling place!). It’s a national day of waiting — come sit and hang with us. What did you do this Election Day? Let us know by leaving us a message or a text at 702-514-0719. You can also find us Twitter @CityCastVegas.  Want more Vegas news? Make sure to sign up for our amazing morning newsletter at lasvegas.citycast.fm/newsletter! The day is finally here! Dawn has broken on Election Day 2022 and whether you’re braving the weather to go stand in line (we applaud you), you’re anxiously refreshing pages to watch the results, or you’re tuning it all out with some well-deserved R&R, we hear you. Today, Vogue, Sonja and Layla sit down for a chat about voting: Why we vote, the conversations we’ve had with friends and family who don’t, and our experiences at the polls. Plus: Layla brings us some snippets of conversations she had with voters and a poll worker at the Galleria Mall (the County’s second busiest polling place!). It’s a national day of waiting — come sit and hang with us.


What did you do this Election Day? Let us know by leaving us a message or a text at 702-514-0719. You can also find us Twitter @CityCastVegas. 


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]]> 1148 How To Combat Election Anxiety https://lasvegas.citycast.fm Look, the elections fatigue, stress, and anxiety is real. We’re all feeling it, no matter what side of the aisle you’re on. And all of those doom-and-gloom ads EVERYWHERE aren’t helping much either — not to mention, how are they affecting our kids? So City Cast is getting a little help from Dr. Jim Jobin today, co-host of the podcast Pod Therapy. Dayvid and Jim talk about how we can talk children through the noise, how therapists are dealing with conspiracy theorists, and how we can all take a deep, collective breath and steady ourselves amidst the storm. What’s keeping you sane these days? Leave us a voicemail or send us a text at 702-514-0719. We’re also on Twitter @CityCastVegas. Want more Vegas news? Make your inbox a little bit smarter, and sign up for our brilliant morning newsletter at lasvegas.citycast.fm/newsletter! Mon, 07 Nov 2022 14:00:00 -0000 How To Combat Election Anxiety full City Cast Look, the elections fatigue, stress, and anxiety is real. We’re all feeling it, no matter what side of the aisle you’re on. And all of those doom-and-gloom ads EVERYWHERE aren’t helping much either — not to mention, how are they affecting our kids? So City Cast is getting a little help from Dr. Jim Jobin today, co-host of the podcast Pod Therapy. Dayvid and Jim talk about how we can talk children through the noise, how therapists are dealing with conspiracy theorists, and how we can all take a deep, collective breath and steady ourselves amidst the storm. What’s keeping you sane these days? Leave us a voicemail or send us a text at 702-514-0719. We’re also on Twitter @CityCastVegas. Want more Vegas news? Make your inbox a little bit smarter, and sign up for our brilliant morning newsletter at lasvegas.citycast.fm/newsletter! Look, the elections fatigue, stress, and anxiety is real. We’re all feeling it, no matter what side of the aisle you’re on. And all of those doom-and-gloom ads EVERYWHERE aren’t helping much either — not to mention, how are they affecting our kids? So City Cast is getting a little help from Dr. Jim Jobin today, co-host of the podcast Pod Therapy. Dayvid and Jim talk about how we can talk children through the noise, how therapists are dealing with conspiracy theorists, and how we can all take a deep, collective breath and steady ourselves amidst the storm.


What’s keeping you sane these days? Leave us a voicemail or send us a text at 702-514-0719. We’re also on Twitter @CityCastVegas.


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]]> 1150 The Best Off-Strip Casinos! Plus, a Mall Raid and Becky Hammon’s New Job https://lasvegas.citycast.fm Not all the news this week is election-related! In our Friday news roundup, host Vogue Robinson talks with lead producer Sonja Cho Swanson and producer Layla Muhammad about the raid on the Boulevard Mall and Aces coach Becky Hammon’s new job as NBA analyst for ESPN. Plus, we dive into our favorite off-Strip casinos, and what distinguishes a“local” casino from one on the Strip.   Off-Strip Casinos mentioned in this episode: Lotus of Siam (Red Rock) The Orleans Red Rock  Suncoast The Palms Virgin Hotels Casino Palace Station South Point   Do you have a favorite off-Strip casino — or an opinion on what counts as off-Strip? Let us know by leaving us a voicemail or a text message at 702-514-0719, or shoot us a tweet @CityCastVegas.   Want more Vegas news with a side of whimsy? Check out our morning newsletter at lasvegas.citycast.fm/newsletter! Fri, 04 Nov 2022 13:00:00 -0000 The Best Off-Strip Casinos! Plus, a Mall Raid and Becky Hammon’s New Job full City Cast Not all the news this week is election-related! In our Friday news roundup, host Vogue Robinson talks with lead producer Sonja Cho Swanson and producer Layla Muhammad about the raid on the Boulevard Mall and Aces coach Becky Hammon’s new job as NBA analyst for ESPN. Plus, we dive into our favorite off-Strip casinos, and what distinguishes a“local” casino from one on the Strip.   Off-Strip Casinos mentioned in this episode: Lotus of Siam (Red Rock) The Orleans Red Rock  Suncoast The Palms Virgin Hotels Casino Palace Station South Point   Do you have a favorite off-Strip casino — or an opinion on what counts as off-Strip? Let us know by leaving us a voicemail or a text message at 702-514-0719, or shoot us a tweet @CityCastVegas.   Want more Vegas news with a side of whimsy? Check out our morning newsletter at lasvegas.citycast.fm/newsletter! Not all the news this week is election-related! In our Friday news roundup, host Vogue Robinson talks with lead producer Sonja Cho Swanson and producer Layla Muhammad about the raid on the Boulevard Mall and Aces coach Becky Hammon’s new job as NBA analyst for ESPN. Plus, we dive into our favorite off-Strip casinos, and what distinguishes a“local” casino from one on the Strip.

 

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Do you have a favorite off-Strip casino — or an opinion on what counts as off-Strip? Let us know by leaving us a voicemail or a text message at 702-514-0719, or shoot us a tweet @CityCastVegas.

 

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]]> 1157 Why Thai Food Took Off in Las Vegas https://lasvegas.citycast.fm Vegas restaurant icon Lotus of Siam put Thai food in our city on the national map — one food critic called it the “bestThai food in North America,” and chef Saipin Chutima has won a James Beard award (which is basically the Grammys of food). When Lotus announced their third location at Red Rock Casino, opening next week, locals rejoiced. The Thai food love doesn’t stop there: We’ve got incredible Thai food in town, and lots of it. But (and look, we’re not complaining)… why? Today, Vogue sits down with Mark Padoongpatt, Director of Asian and Asian American studies at UNLV, and subject of a recent Taste the Nation episode, to get the deets on how the Cold War brought Thai food to America, when Thai food took off in Vegas, and why one of the most popular menu items — pad Thai — was actually invented by the Thai government in the 1930s. What’s your favorite Thai restaurant in town? On a scale of 1 to 5, what’s your spice level? Let us know in a text or a voicemail (we’re at 702-514-0719), or a tweet @CityCastVegas. For even more tasty Vegas news, you’ll want to sign up for our morning newsletter at lasvegas.citycast.fm/newsletter! Dooooo it now! Thu, 03 Nov 2022 13:00:00 -0000 Why Thai Food Took Off in Las Vegas full City Cast Vegas restaurant icon Lotus of Siam put Thai food in our city on the national map — one food critic called it the “bestThai food in North America,” and chef Saipin Chutima has won a James Beard award (which is basically the Grammys of food). When Lotus announced their third location at Red Rock Casino, opening next week, locals rejoiced. The Thai food love doesn’t stop there: We’ve got incredible Thai food in town, and lots of it. But (and look, we’re not complaining)… why? Today, Vogue sits down with Mark Padoongpatt, Director of Asian and Asian American studies at UNLV, and subject of a recent Taste the Nation episode, to get the deets on how the Cold War brought Thai food to America, when Thai food took off in Vegas, and why one of the most popular menu items — pad Thai — was actually invented by the Thai government in the 1930s. What’s your favorite Thai restaurant in town? On a scale of 1 to 5, what’s your spice level? Let us know in a text or a voicemail (we’re at 702-514-0719), or a tweet @CityCastVegas. For even more tasty Vegas news, you’ll want to sign up for our morning newsletter at lasvegas.citycast.fm/newsletter! Dooooo it now! Vegas restaurant icon Lotus of Siam put Thai food in our city on the national map — one food critic called it the “bestThai food in North America,” and chef Saipin Chutima has won a James Beard award (which is basically the Grammys of food). When Lotus announced their third location at Red Rock Casino, opening next week, locals rejoiced. The Thai food love doesn’t stop there: We’ve got incredible Thai food in town, and lots of it. But (and look, we’re not complaining)… why?


Today, Vogue sits down with Mark Padoongpatt, Director of Asian and Asian American studies at UNLV, and subject of a recent Taste the Nation episode, to get the deets on how the Cold War brought Thai food to America, when Thai food took off in Vegas, and why one of the most popular menu items — pad Thai — was actually invented by the Thai government in the 1930s.


What’s your favorite Thai restaurant in town? On a scale of 1 to 5, what’s your spice level? Let us know in a text or a voicemail (we’re at 702-514-0719), or a tweet @CityCastVegas.


For even more tasty Vegas news, you’ll want to sign up for our morning newsletter at lasvegas.citycast.fm/newsletter! Dooooo it now!

]]> 1232 A City-County Showdown https://lasvegas.citycast.fm/ Sure, we tell folks that we’re “from Las Vegas” when we’re traveling… but how many of us are actually from the city itself? The majority of the Valley lives in either one of the adjacent municipalities (like Henderson and North Las Vegas), or in unincorporated Clark County. So how did we get this weird patchwork of townships and jurisdictions, and how did it set up the city and the county for their many tensions today? Why do celebrities get the “Key to the Strip” and not the “Key to the City,” and how were mobsters involved in keeping the Strip (a Vegas icon!) out of the City of Las Vegas? Today, Dayvid chats with UNLV history professor Michael Green about the last century of Las Vegas (and Clark County) history, and how a city-county showdown brought us to this utterly unique arrangement. Do you have a story like Dr. Green’s, about a time you observed a clash between jurisdictions in the Valley? Or had to explain to out-of-towners why you don’t actually live in Las Vegas? Tell us about it! Leave us a voicemail or a text message at 702-514-0719. Don’t forget, you can also find us on Twitter! Follow us @CityCastVegas. Want even more Vegas news and whip-smart commentary? Make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter at lasvegas.citycast.fm/newsletter! Wed, 02 Nov 2022 13:00:00 -0000 A City-County Showdown full City Cast Sure, we tell folks that we’re “from Las Vegas” when we’re traveling… but how many of us are actually from the city itself? The majority of the Valley lives in either one of the adjacent municipalities (like Henderson and North Las Vegas), or in unincorporated Clark County. So how did we get this weird patchwork of townships and jurisdictions, and how did it set up the city and the county for their many tensions today? Why do celebrities get the “Key to the Strip” and not the “Key to the City,” and how were mobsters involved in keeping the Strip (a Vegas icon!) out of the City of Las Vegas? Today, Dayvid chats with UNLV history professor Michael Green about the last century of Las Vegas (and Clark County) history, and how a city-county showdown brought us to this utterly unique arrangement. Do you have a story like Dr. Green’s, about a time you observed a clash between jurisdictions in the Valley? Or had to explain to out-of-towners why you don’t actually live in Las Vegas? Tell us about it! Leave us a voicemail or a text message at 702-514-0719. Don’t forget, you can also find us on Twitter! Follow us @CityCastVegas. Want even more Vegas news and whip-smart commentary? Make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter at lasvegas.citycast.fm/newsletter! Sure, we tell folks that we’re “from Las Vegas” when we’re traveling… but how many of us are actually from the city itself? The majority of the Valley lives in either one of the adjacent municipalities (like Henderson and North Las Vegas), or in unincorporated Clark County. So how did we get this weird patchwork of townships and jurisdictions, and how did it set up the city and the county for their many tensions today? Why do celebrities get the “Key to the Strip” and not the “Key to the City,” and how were mobsters involved in keeping the Strip (a Vegas icon!) out of the City of Las Vegas?


Today, Dayvid chats with UNLV history professor Michael Green about the last century of Las Vegas (and Clark County) history, and how a city-county showdown brought us to this utterly unique arrangement.


Do you have a story like Dr. Green’s, about a time you observed a clash between jurisdictions in the Valley? Or had to explain to out-of-towners why you don’t actually live in Las Vegas? Tell us about it! Leave us a voicemail or a text message at 702-514-0719. Don’t forget, you can also find us on Twitter! Follow us @CityCastVegas.


Want even more Vegas news and whip-smart commentary? Make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter at lasvegas.citycast.fm/newsletter!

]]> 1162 A Water Cop Ride Along https://lasvegas.citycast.fm/ With Las Vegas’ close proximity to Lake Mead, it is no surprise that the Valley has put some serious thought into addressing the 170 foot bathtub ring that indicates the lake’s decline over the past 20 years. One of the unique steps the Las Vegas Valley Water District and Southern Nevada Water Authority have taken is the use of water investigators — or water cops — to monitor residential water waste around the city. Many of us have probably seen the blue and white patrol car circling our neighborhoods or seen the job parodied on television, but what does a water cop’s day actually look like? Host Dayvid Figler and producer Layla Muhammad hop in the car with outreach and media manager Bronson Mack to see how water cop Cameron Donnarumma does his job. Be sure to check out SNWA’s winter watering schedule, that starts November 1st, at SNWA.com. Have you run into a water cop before? Tell us about your experience by leaving us a message or a text at 702-514-0719 or on Twitter @CityCastVegas. For even more Vegas news, events, and happenings, make sure to sign up for our brilliant morning newsletter at lasvegas.citycast.fm/newsletter! Tue, 01 Nov 2022 13:00:00 -0000 A Water Cop Ride Along full City Cast With Las Vegas’ close proximity to Lake Mead, it is no surprise that the Valley has put some serious thought into addressing the 170 foot bathtub ring that indicates the lake’s decline over the past 20 years. One of the unique steps the Las Vegas Valley Water District and Southern Nevada Water Authority have taken is the use of water investigators — or water cops — to monitor residential water waste around the city. Many of us have probably seen the blue and white patrol car circling our neighborhoods or seen the job parodied on television, but what does a water cop’s day actually look like? Host Dayvid Figler and producer Layla Muhammad hop in the car with outreach and media manager Bronson Mack to see how water cop Cameron Donnarumma does his job. Be sure to check out SNWA’s winter watering schedule, that starts November 1st, at SNWA.com. Have you run into a water cop before? Tell us about your experience by leaving us a message or a text at 702-514-0719 or on Twitter @CityCastVegas. For even more Vegas news, events, and happenings, make sure to sign up for our brilliant morning newsletter at lasvegas.citycast.fm/newsletter! With Las Vegas’ close proximity to Lake Mead, it is no surprise that the Valley has put some serious thought into addressing the 170 foot bathtub ring that indicates the lake’s decline over the past 20 years. One of the unique steps the Las Vegas Valley Water District and Southern Nevada Water Authority have taken is the use of water investigators — or water cops — to monitor residential water waste around the city. Many of us have probably seen the blue and white patrol car circling our neighborhoods or seen the job parodied on television, but what does a water cop’s day actually look like? Host Dayvid Figler and producer Layla Muhammad hop in the car with outreach and media manager Bronson Mack to see how water cop Cameron Donnarumma does his job.


Be sure to check out SNWA’s winter watering schedule, that starts November 1st, at SNWA.com.


Have you run into a water cop before? Tell us about your experience by leaving us a message or a text at 702-514-0719 or on Twitter @CityCastVegas.


For even more Vegas news, events, and happenings, make sure to sign up for our brilliant morning newsletter at lasvegas.citycast.fm/newsletter!

]]> 1382 The Haunted Casinos of Las Vegas https://lasvegas.citycast.fm/ Happy Halloween! Las Vegas is a fairly young city, but that doesn’t mean we don’t have some (literal) skeletons in our closet, especially on our boulevard of debauchery. Are some of the ghosts of Vegas’ past sticking around to continue the party? Today, host Vogue Robinson talks with Tandi Hornsby, a tour guide from Vegas Ghosts, about the real life stories behind the most haunted properties on the Las Vegas Strip. Where have you seen or felt ghosts in Las Vegas? Tell us your spectral tales by leaving us a voicemail or a text at 702-514-0719. We’re also on Twitter! Follow us @CityCastVegas. Want more Vegas news? Make sure to sign up for our amazing morning newsletter at lasvegas.citycast.fm/newsletter!  Mon, 31 Oct 2022 13:00:00 -0000 The Haunted Casinos of Las Vegas full City Cast Happy Halloween! Las Vegas is a fairly young city, but that doesn’t mean we don’t have some (literal) skeletons in our closet, especially on our boulevard of debauchery. Are some of the ghosts of Vegas’ past sticking around to continue the party? Today, host Vogue Robinson talks with Tandi Hornsby, a tour guide from Vegas Ghosts, about the real life stories behind the most haunted properties on the Las Vegas Strip. Where have you seen or felt ghosts in Las Vegas? Tell us your spectral tales by leaving us a voicemail or a text at 702-514-0719. We’re also on Twitter! Follow us @CityCastVegas. Want more Vegas news? Make sure to sign up for our amazing morning newsletter at lasvegas.citycast.fm/newsletter!  Happy Halloween! Las Vegas is a fairly young city, but that doesn’t mean we don’t have some (literal) skeletons in our closet, especially on our boulevard of debauchery. Are some of the ghosts of Vegas’ past sticking around to continue the party? Today, host Vogue Robinson talks with Tandi Hornsby, a tour guide from Vegas Ghosts, about the real life stories behind the most haunted properties on the Las Vegas Strip.


Where have you seen or felt ghosts in Las Vegas? Tell us your spectral tales by leaving us a voicemail or a text at 702-514-0719. We’re also on Twitter! Follow us @CityCastVegas.


Want more Vegas news? Make sure to sign up for our amazing morning newsletter at lasvegas.citycast.fm/newsletter! 

]]> 1165 Pawn Shops vs. Ye, More Election Shenanigans, and a McRib-Cronut Showdown https://lasvegas.citycast.fm/ The weather may be cooling down but the news just keeps coming in hot! In this week’s Friday news roundup, lead producer Sonja Cho Swanson tells us how a local pawn shop takes a stand against Kanye West’s anti-semitic remarks, producer Layla Muhammad and host Dayvid Figler explain how Trump supporters are looking for fraud in Nevada’s election process through record requests, and we all debate some fun food news! Do you have strong feelings about the McRib or the cronut? (Or, ya know, election denialism?) Let us know by leaving us a voicemail or a text message at 702-514-0719, or shoot us a tweet @CityCastVegas. Want more Vegas news? Make sure to sign up for our DELIGHT of a morning newsletter at lasvegas.citycast.fm/newsletter. Sign up now, thank us later. Fri, 28 Oct 2022 13:00:00 -0000 Pawn Shops vs. Ye, More Election Shenanigans, and a McRib-Cronut Showdown full City Cast The weather may be cooling down but the news just keeps coming in hot! In this week’s Friday news roundup, lead producer Sonja Cho Swanson tells us how a local pawn shop takes a stand against Kanye West’s anti-semitic remarks, producer Layla Muhammad and host Dayvid Figler explain how Trump supporters are looking for fraud in Nevada’s election process through record requests, and we all debate some fun food news! Do you have strong feelings about the McRib or the cronut? (Or, ya know, election denialism?) Let us know by leaving us a voicemail or a text message at 702-514-0719, or shoot us a tweet @CityCastVegas. Want more Vegas news? Make sure to sign up for our DELIGHT of a morning newsletter at lasvegas.citycast.fm/newsletter. Sign up now, thank us later. The weather may be cooling down but the news just keeps coming in hot! In this week’s Friday news roundup, lead producer Sonja Cho Swanson tells us how a local pawn shop takes a stand against Kanye West’s anti-semitic remarks, producer Layla Muhammad and host Dayvid Figler explain how Trump supporters are looking for fraud in Nevada’s election process through record requests, and we all debate some fun food news!


Do you have strong feelings about the McRib or the cronut? (Or, ya know, election denialism?) Let us know by leaving us a voicemail or a text message at 702-514-0719, or shoot us a tweet @CityCastVegas.


Want more Vegas news? Make sure to sign up for our DELIGHT of a morning newsletter at lasvegas.citycast.fm/newsletter. Sign up now, thank us later.

]]> 1436 Why Are We Dead Last In Youth Mental Health? https://lasvegas.citycast.fm/ Every year, the Mental Health Institute releases a report on the state of mental health in America. One of the measures looks at the incidence of youth mental illness compared to the availability of quality mental healthcare. And for the last five years, through 2022, Nevada has ranked dead last in youth mental health. Just earlier this month, a U.S. Department of Justice report indicated that Nevada likely broke federal law for putting too many children with behavioral issues into residential care instead of community care (a less intense “middle space” that advocates say is lacking in Nevada). To help us understand why the problem is so bad, Dayvid sits down with Dr. Michelle Paul, a longtime Las Vegan and Executive Director of UNLV’s Practice, a community mental health clinic that just opened a youth-focused satellite clinic last week. They get into the mental health crisis our youth are facing (pre- and post-pandemic), why mental health treatment is increasingly inaccessible, and what policies need to change for it all to get better. What’s your take on the state of mental health care in Nevada? Do you have a story to share? Leave us a voicemail or a text message at 702-514-0719, or find us on the blue bird app @CityCastVegas. Then, do your inbox the biggest favor ever, and make sure to sign up for our brilliant morning newsletter at lasvegas.citycast.fm/newsletter! Thu, 27 Oct 2022 13:00:00 -0000 Why Are We Dead Last In Youth Mental Health? full City Cast Every year, the Mental Health Institute releases a report on the state of mental health in America. One of the measures looks at the incidence of youth mental illness compared to the availability of quality mental healthcare. And for the last five years, through 2022, Nevada has ranked dead last in youth mental health. Just earlier this month, a U.S. Department of Justice report indicated that Nevada likely broke federal law for putting too many children with behavioral issues into residential care instead of community care (a less intense “middle space” that advocates say is lacking in Nevada). To help us understand why the problem is so bad, Dayvid sits down with Dr. Michelle Paul, a longtime Las Vegan and Executive Director of UNLV’s Practice, a community mental health clinic that just opened a youth-focused satellite clinic last week. They get into the mental health crisis our youth are facing (pre- and post-pandemic), why mental health treatment is increasingly inaccessible, and what policies need to change for it all to get better. What’s your take on the state of mental health care in Nevada? Do you have a story to share? Leave us a voicemail or a text message at 702-514-0719, or find us on the blue bird app @CityCastVegas. Then, do your inbox the biggest favor ever, and make sure to sign up for our brilliant morning newsletter at lasvegas.citycast.fm/newsletter! Every year, the Mental Health Institute releases a report on the state of mental health in America. One of the measures looks at the incidence of youth mental illness compared to the availability of quality mental healthcare. And for the last five years, through 2022, Nevada has ranked dead last in youth mental health. Just earlier this month, a U.S. Department of Justice report indicated that Nevada likely broke federal law for putting too many children with behavioral issues into residential care instead of community care (a less intense “middle space” that advocates say is lacking in Nevada).


To help us understand why the problem is so bad, Dayvid sits down with Dr. Michelle Paul, a longtime Las Vegan and Executive Director of UNLV’s Practice, a community mental health clinic that just opened a youth-focused satellite clinic last week. They get into the mental health crisis our youth are facing (pre- and post-pandemic), why mental health treatment is increasingly inaccessible, and what policies need to change for it all to get better.


What’s your take on the state of mental health care in Nevada? Do you have a story to share? Leave us a voicemail or a text message at 702-514-0719, or find us on the blue bird app @CityCastVegas.


Then, do your inbox the biggest favor ever, and make sure to sign up for our brilliant morning newsletter at lasvegas.citycast.fm/newsletter!

]]> 1138 How Pop-Punk Gave the Middle Finger to High Winds https://lasvegas.citycast.fm/ On Saturday, high winds brought in roiling dust clouds, grounded hundreds of flights, and forced the organizers of the nostalgia-driven pop-punk festival When We Were Young to cancel their first day. Thousands of forlorn fans wandered the Strip (a few even got tattoos of broken hearts)… until something kinda extraordinary happened. Over the course of a few hours, community members rallied and found spaces for dozens of the cancelled acts to perform, from a barbecue joint to dive bars to downtown casinos. The shows were nearly all free to fans (who’d gotten a full ticket refund), and also brought a windfall to downtown small businesses. Today on the show, Vogue, Dayvid and Layla sit down to talk about what this quick-thinking pivot says about both Las Vegas entertainment culture, and the culture of emo and pop-punk music. Did you get re-routed during WWWY Fest? How did Saturday’s high winds affect your weekend? Let us know by leaving us a text message or voicemail at 702-514-0719, or tweet at us! We’re @CityCastVegas. For even more interesting stuff going on around town, you’re gonna want to sign up for our amazing morning newsletter at lasvegas.citycast.fm/newsletter! Don’t let your inbox miss out. Wed, 26 Oct 2022 13:00:00 -0000 How Pop-Punk Gave the Middle Finger to High Winds full City Cast On Saturday, high winds brought in roiling dust clouds, grounded hundreds of flights, and forced the organizers of the nostalgia-driven pop-punk festival When We Were Young to cancel their first day. Thousands of forlorn fans wandered the Strip (a few even got tattoos of broken hearts)… until something kinda extraordinary happened. Over the course of a few hours, community members rallied and found spaces for dozens of the cancelled acts to perform, from a barbecue joint to dive bars to downtown casinos. The shows were nearly all free to fans (who’d gotten a full ticket refund), and also brought a windfall to downtown small businesses. Today on the show, Vogue, Dayvid and Layla sit down to talk about what this quick-thinking pivot says about both Las Vegas entertainment culture, and the culture of emo and pop-punk music. Did you get re-routed during WWWY Fest? How did Saturday’s high winds affect your weekend? Let us know by leaving us a text message or voicemail at 702-514-0719, or tweet at us! We’re @CityCastVegas. For even more interesting stuff going on around town, you’re gonna want to sign up for our amazing morning newsletter at lasvegas.citycast.fm/newsletter! Don’t let your inbox miss out. On Saturday, high winds brought in roiling dust clouds, grounded hundreds of flights, and forced the organizers of the nostalgia-driven pop-punk festival When We Were Young to cancel their first day. Thousands of forlorn fans wandered the Strip (a few even got tattoos of broken hearts)… until something kinda extraordinary happened. Over the course of a few hours, community members rallied and found spaces for dozens of the cancelled acts to perform, from a barbecue joint to dive bars to downtown casinos. The shows were nearly all free to fans (who’d gotten a full ticket refund), and also brought a windfall to downtown small businesses.


Today on the show, Vogue, Dayvid and Layla sit down to talk about what this quick-thinking pivot says about both Las Vegas entertainment culture, and the culture of emo and pop-punk music.


Did you get re-routed during WWWY Fest? How did Saturday’s high winds affect your weekend? Let us know by leaving us a text message or voicemail at 702-514-0719, or tweet at us! We’re @CityCastVegas.


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]]> 1219 Are Ads Helping or Hurting Our Elections? https://lasvegas.citycast.fm/ The November election is right around the corner and if there is any indication of that, it’s the political ads that find their way onto every screen or into our mailboxes — barely regulated, never-ending, irritating as hell. At the only gubernatorial debate we will see this cycle, the Nevada Independent dedicated a whole section to the misinformation in Sisolak and Lombardo attack ads. And they aren't the only candidates from Nevada who were caught spreading lies, misquotes, or exaggerations. Here to guide us through this wilderness of innuendo and manipulation is Review-Journal politics and government editor Steve Sebelius, who talks to host Vogue Robinson about the worn out tactics used in political ads. And get to a crucial question: What is the actual purpose of the political ad? What’s the best/worst political ad you’ve seen this election cycle? Leave us a voicemail or send us a text at 702-514-0719. You can also find us on Twitter @CityCastVegas. Want more Vegas news? Make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter at lasvegas.citycast.fm/newsletter!  Tue, 25 Oct 2022 13:00:00 -0000 Are Ads Helping or Hurting Our Elections? full City Cast The November election is right around the corner and if there is any indication of that, it’s the political ads that find their way onto every screen or into our mailboxes — barely regulated, never-ending, irritating as hell. At the only gubernatorial debate we will see this cycle, the Nevada Independent dedicated a whole section to the misinformation in Sisolak and Lombardo attack ads. And they aren't the only candidates from Nevada who were caught spreading lies, misquotes, or exaggerations. Here to guide us through this wilderness of innuendo and manipulation is Review-Journal politics and government editor Steve Sebelius, who talks to host Vogue Robinson about the worn out tactics used in political ads. And get to a crucial question: What is the actual purpose of the political ad? What’s the best/worst political ad you’ve seen this election cycle? Leave us a voicemail or send us a text at 702-514-0719. You can also find us on Twitter @CityCastVegas. Want more Vegas news? Make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter at lasvegas.citycast.fm/newsletter!  The November election is right around the corner and if there is any indication of that, it’s the political ads that find their way onto every screen or into our mailboxes — barely regulated, never-ending, irritating as hell. At the only gubernatorial debate we will see this cycle, the Nevada Independent dedicated a whole section to the misinformation in Sisolak and Lombardo attack ads. And they aren't the only candidates from Nevada who were caught spreading lies, misquotes, or exaggerations. Here to guide us through this wilderness of innuendo and manipulation is Review-Journal politics and government editor Steve Sebelius, who talks to host Vogue Robinson about the worn out tactics used in political ads. And get to a crucial question: What is the actual purpose of the political ad?


What’s the best/worst political ad you’ve seen this election cycle? Leave us a voicemail or send us a text at 702-514-0719. You can also find us on Twitter @CityCastVegas.


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]]> 1265 Why the Silver State is Purple Again https://lasvegas.citycast.fm Just when you thought Nevada was swinging blue, we swung right back into the murky middle. All eyes are on Nevada in this year’s elections, where 75% of our house seats are up for grabs, and we have what might be the most hotly-contested Senate race in the country. So — whence all this purple?? Why do we have so many independent voters, and are we witnessing the demise of the Harry Reid Democratic machine? Today, Dayvid chats it up with Jon Ralston, CEO of the Nevada Independent, and one of our favorite Silver State pundits(hey, he used the P-word first). They get into all of the shifting party power dynamics in Nevada, and why Jon thinks there are no certain wins in this year’s race — but make sure to listen to the end for his “canary in the coal mine,” carnage-for-the-Dems-if-they-lose candidate. Want more Vegas news? Make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter at lasvegas.citycast.fm/newsletter!  Do you have questions about the election as November approaches? Call or text us at 702-514-0719. You can also find us on Twitter @CityCastVegas  Mon, 24 Oct 2022 13:00:00 -0000 Why the Silver State is Purple Again full City Cast Just when you thought Nevada was swinging blue, we swung right back into the murky middle. All eyes are on Nevada in this year’s elections, where 75% of our house seats are up for grabs, and we have what might be the most hotly-contested Senate race in the country. So — whence all this purple?? Why do we have so many independent voters, and are we witnessing the demise of the Harry Reid Democratic machine? Today, Dayvid chats it up with Jon Ralston, CEO of the Nevada Independent, and one of our favorite Silver State pundits(hey, he used the P-word first). They get into all of the shifting party power dynamics in Nevada, and why Jon thinks there are no certain wins in this year’s race — but make sure to listen to the end for his “canary in the coal mine,” carnage-for-the-Dems-if-they-lose candidate. Want more Vegas news? Make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter at lasvegas.citycast.fm/newsletter!  Do you have questions about the election as November approaches? Call or text us at 702-514-0719. You can also find us on Twitter @CityCastVegas  Just when you thought Nevada was swinging blue, we swung right back into the murky middle. All eyes are on Nevada in this year’s elections, where 75% of our house seats are up for grabs, and we have what might be the most hotly-contested Senate race in the country. So — whence all this purple?? Why do we have so many independent voters, and are we witnessing the demise of the Harry Reid Democratic machine?


Today, Dayvid chats it up with Jon Ralston, CEO of the Nevada Independent, and one of our favorite Silver State pundits(hey, he used the P-word first). They get into all of the shifting party power dynamics in Nevada, and why Jon thinks there are no certain wins in this year’s race — but make sure to listen to the end for his “canary in the coal mine,” carnage-for-the-Dems-if-they-lose candidate.


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]]> 1424 Audition For Slap Fighting? Plus, The LV Book Festival and Parking Woes https://lasvegas.citycast.fm/ What did the open hand say to the Nevada State Athletic Commission? SLAP. And then they all unanimously agreed to make it a sport in Nevada! In this week’s news roundup, host Vogue Robinson contemplates auditioning for slap fighting, lead producer Sonja Cho Swanson updates us on a new parking garage downtown that brings on some nostalgia for the days of free parking everywhere, and newsletter editor Scott Dickensheets teases some events from the Las Vegas Book Festival happening this Saturday downtown! Go see Scott IRL at The Las Vegas Book Festival at The Historic Fifth Street School this Saturday. He’ll be in the Empowered Tent at 3:30pm talking about the Las Vegas Writes anthologies. More information here. If you haven’t already, sign up to get his morning newsletter at lasvegas.citycast.fm/newsletter! Are you going to audition to be Las Vegas’ next slap fighting champion? Tell us your thoughts at 702-514-0719 or follow us on Twitter @CityCastVegas. Fri, 21 Oct 2022 13:00:00 -0000 Audition For Slap Fighting? Plus, The LV Book Festival and Parking Woes full City Cast What did the open hand say to the Nevada State Athletic Commission? SLAP. And then they all unanimously agreed to make it a sport in Nevada! In this week’s news roundup, host Vogue Robinson contemplates auditioning for slap fighting, lead producer Sonja Cho Swanson updates us on a new parking garage downtown that brings on some nostalgia for the days of free parking everywhere, and newsletter editor Scott Dickensheets teases some events from the Las Vegas Book Festival happening this Saturday downtown! Go see Scott IRL at The Las Vegas Book Festival at The Historic Fifth Street School this Saturday. He’ll be in the Empowered Tent at 3:30pm talking about the Las Vegas Writes anthologies. More information here. If you haven’t already, sign up to get his morning newsletter at lasvegas.citycast.fm/newsletter! Are you going to audition to be Las Vegas’ next slap fighting champion? Tell us your thoughts at 702-514-0719 or follow us on Twitter @CityCastVegas. What did the open hand say to the Nevada State Athletic Commission? SLAP. And then they all unanimously agreed to make it a sport in Nevada! In this week’s news roundup, host Vogue Robinson contemplates auditioning for slap fighting, lead producer Sonja Cho Swanson updates us on a new parking garage downtown that brings on some nostalgia for the days of free parking everywhere, and newsletter editor Scott Dickensheets teases some events from the Las Vegas Book Festival happening this Saturday downtown!


Go see Scott IRL at The Las Vegas Book Festival at The Historic Fifth Street School this Saturday. He’ll be in the Empowered Tent at 3:30pm talking about the Las Vegas Writes anthologies. More information here. If you haven’t already, sign up to get his morning newsletter at lasvegas.citycast.fm/newsletter!


Are you going to audition to be Las Vegas’ next slap fighting champion? Tell us your thoughts at 702-514-0719 or follow us on Twitter @CityCastVegas.

]]> 1322 How NV Resurrected The Equal Rights Amendment https://lasvegas.citycast.fm The federal Equal Rights Amendment was a simple thing: An amendment to the Constitution to guarantee equal rights regardless of gender, for both men and women. But the bill languished in 1977 without enough state support... Until Nevada (yes, our very own Silver State) brought it back from the dead and ratified it in 2017 — thanks to NV, the federal ERA is back in play. And then, we took it one step further: A state-level ERA that’s even more expansive than the federal ERA is on the ballot as Question 1 this November. To help us parse out just why Question 1 is so confusing and what voters can expect if it passes, Dayvid sits down with Kate Kelly, an attorney and advocate for the ERA who’s currently campaigning for “Yes on 1” in Las Vegas right now. Kate answers all your ERA questions, like: Will the ERA be the end of girls’ sports? (No.) Will kids be able to buy beer?(Again, no.) And will the ERA protect abortion rights? (A resounding yes.) How are you planning to vote on Question 1? Or what questions do you have about it? Call or text us at 702-514-0719, or shoot us a note on Twitter @CityCastVegas. Don’t forget to sign up for our brilliant morning newsletter for even more news, events, and commentary at lasvegas.citycast.fm/newsletter Thu, 20 Oct 2022 13:00:00 -0000 How NV Resurrected The Equal Rights Amendment full City Cast The federal Equal Rights Amendment was a simple thing: An amendment to the Constitution to guarantee equal rights regardless of gender, for both men and women. But the bill languished in 1977 without enough state support... Until Nevada (yes, our very own Silver State) brought it back from the dead and ratified it in 2017 — thanks to NV, the federal ERA is back in play. And then, we took it one step further: A state-level ERA that’s even more expansive than the federal ERA is on the ballot as Question 1 this November. To help us parse out just why Question 1 is so confusing and what voters can expect if it passes, Dayvid sits down with Kate Kelly, an attorney and advocate for the ERA who’s currently campaigning for “Yes on 1” in Las Vegas right now. Kate answers all your ERA questions, like: Will the ERA be the end of girls’ sports? (No.) Will kids be able to buy beer?(Again, no.) And will the ERA protect abortion rights? (A resounding yes.) How are you planning to vote on Question 1? Or what questions do you have about it? Call or text us at 702-514-0719, or shoot us a note on Twitter @CityCastVegas. Don’t forget to sign up for our brilliant morning newsletter for even more news, events, and commentary at lasvegas.citycast.fm/newsletter The federal Equal Rights Amendment was a simple thing: An amendment to the Constitution to guarantee equal rights regardless of gender, for both men and women. But the bill languished in 1977 without enough state support... Until Nevada (yes, our very own Silver State) brought it back from the dead and ratified it in 2017 — thanks to NV, the federal ERA is back in play. And then, we took it one step further: A state-level ERA that’s even more expansive than the federal ERA is on the ballot as Question 1 this November.


To help us parse out just why Question 1 is so confusing and what voters can expect if it passes, Dayvid sits down with Kate Kelly, an attorney and advocate for the ERA who’s currently campaigning for “Yes on 1” in Las Vegas right now. Kate answers all your ERA questions, like: Will the ERA be the end of girls’ sports? (No.) Will kids be able to buy beer?(Again, no.) And will the ERA protect abortion rights? (A resounding yes.)


How are you planning to vote on Question 1? Or what questions do you have about it? Call or text us at 702-514-0719, or shoot us a note on Twitter @CityCastVegas.


Don’t forget to sign up for our brilliant morning newsletter for even more news, events, and commentary at lasvegas.citycast.fm/newsletter

]]> 1372 Political Veteran Chris G. Isn’t Done With Nevada Yet https://lasvegas.citycast.fm/ Chris Giunchigliani, or Chris G. as she’s often known, is a familiar name to Nevadans — from teacher’s union president to Nevada Assemblywoman for 15 years, she then served as a Clark County Commissioner for 12 years. Today, Vogue sits down with Chris G. to look back at some of her pivotal career moves, from voting yes on voting machines and no on the Raiders’ Stadium. We ask how Nevada might be different if she’d won the 2018 gubernatorial primary against Steve Sisolak, and hear what she’s been up to in retirement (hint: she owns multiple chainsaws and her own cement mixer). And we look to the future, to what she hopes for Nevada in next month’s elections and beyond. Do you have thoughts or questions for Chris G.? Leave us a voicemail or give us a call at 702-514-0719. We’re also on Twitter! Follow us @CityCastVegas. For even more Vegas news and goings-on-about-town, make sure to sign up for our amazing morning newsletter at lasvegas.citycast.fm/newsletter! Wed, 19 Oct 2022 13:00:00 -0000 Political Veteran Chris G. Isn’t Done With Nevada Yet full City Cast Chris Giunchigliani, or Chris G. as she’s often known, is a familiar name to Nevadans — from teacher’s union president to Nevada Assemblywoman for 15 years, she then served as a Clark County Commissioner for 12 years. Today, Vogue sits down with Chris G. to look back at some of her pivotal career moves, from voting yes on voting machines and no on the Raiders’ Stadium. We ask how Nevada might be different if she’d won the 2018 gubernatorial primary against Steve Sisolak, and hear what she’s been up to in retirement (hint: she owns multiple chainsaws and her own cement mixer). And we look to the future, to what she hopes for Nevada in next month’s elections and beyond. Do you have thoughts or questions for Chris G.? Leave us a voicemail or give us a call at 702-514-0719. We’re also on Twitter! Follow us @CityCastVegas. For even more Vegas news and goings-on-about-town, make sure to sign up for our amazing morning newsletter at lasvegas.citycast.fm/newsletter! Chris Giunchigliani, or Chris G. as she’s often known, is a familiar name to Nevadans — from teacher’s union president to Nevada Assemblywoman for 15 years, she then served as a Clark County Commissioner for 12 years. Today, Vogue sits down with Chris G. to look back at some of her pivotal career moves, from voting yes on voting machines and no on the Raiders’ Stadium. We ask how Nevada might be different if she’d won the 2018 gubernatorial primary against Steve Sisolak, and hear what she’s been up to in retirement (hint: she owns multiple chainsaws and her own cement mixer). And we look to the future, to what she hopes for Nevada in next month’s elections and beyond.


Do you have thoughts or questions for Chris G.? Leave us a voicemail or give us a call at 702-514-0719. We’re also on Twitter! Follow us @CityCastVegas.


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]]> 1413 The Mysteries of "Outback Nevada" https://lasvegas.citycast.fm/ During his time in Nevada, journalist John M. Glionna has visited pretty much every city, town, township, hamlet, burg, village, and wide spot in the road in this state. In every spot he’s found a compelling story, a very human character — the last sheep farmer, an Indigenous artist, dozens more. He’s gathered the best of those tales in Outback Nevada: Real Stories from the Silver State. In today’s episode, Glionna regales Dayvid with outback anecdotes, and dishes on what the rurals really think of Las Vegas. You can catch John Glionna at the Las Vegas Book Festival this weekend on Oct. 22nd at 11 a.m. in Room 125. What’s on your rural Nevada travel itinerary? Let us know at 702-514-0719. We’re also on Twitter! Follow us @CityCastVegas Want more Vegas news? Make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter at lasvegas.citycast.fm/newsletter! Tue, 18 Oct 2022 13:00:00 -0000 The Mysteries of "Outback Nevada" full City Cast During his time in Nevada, journalist John M. Glionna has visited pretty much every city, town, township, hamlet, burg, village, and wide spot in the road in this state. In every spot he’s found a compelling story, a very human character — the last sheep farmer, an Indigenous artist, dozens more. He’s gathered the best of those tales in Outback Nevada: Real Stories from the Silver State. In today’s episode, Glionna regales Dayvid with outback anecdotes, and dishes on what the rurals really think of Las Vegas. You can catch John Glionna at the Las Vegas Book Festival this weekend on Oct. 22nd at 11 a.m. in Room 125. What’s on your rural Nevada travel itinerary? Let us know at 702-514-0719. We’re also on Twitter! Follow us @CityCastVegas Want more Vegas news? Make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter at lasvegas.citycast.fm/newsletter! During his time in Nevada, journalist John M. Glionna has visited pretty much every city, town, township, hamlet, burg, village, and wide spot in the road in this state. In every spot he’s found a compelling story, a very human character — the last sheep farmer, an Indigenous artist, dozens more. He’s gathered the best of those tales in Outback Nevada: Real Stories from the Silver State. In today’s episode, Glionna regales Dayvid with outback anecdotes, and dishes on what the rurals really think of Las Vegas.

You can catch John Glionna at the Las Vegas Book Festival this weekend on Oct. 22nd at 11 a.m. in Room 125.

What’s on your rural Nevada travel itinerary? Let us know at 702-514-0719. We’re also on Twitter! Follow us @CityCastVegas

Want more Vegas news? Make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter at lasvegas.citycast.fm/newsletter!

]]> 1187 How eSports Could Take Over Vegas https://lasvegas.citycast.fm Yes, Las Vegas has rapidly become a sports town — but could we also become an eSports town, too? Ryan Smith and Lukas Eggen, co-hosts of the RJ’s eSports and gaming podcast LAN Parties, think so. Today, they sit down with Dayvid to talk about how this billion dollar global industry could take hold in our city, how betting and superstars might help, and what it takes to be a professional gamer (spoiler: it’s not just lounging in a comfy chair and eating Flamin’ Hot Cheetos). Want more Vegas news? Make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter at lasvegas.citycast.fm/newsletter!  We’re also on Twitter! Follow us @CityCastVegas  You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719.  Mon, 17 Oct 2022 13:00:00 -0000 How eSports Could Take Over Vegas full City Cast Yes, Las Vegas has rapidly become a sports town — but could we also become an eSports town, too? Ryan Smith and Lukas Eggen, co-hosts of the RJ’s eSports and gaming podcast LAN Parties, think so. Today, they sit down with Dayvid to talk about how this billion dollar global industry could take hold in our city, how betting and superstars might help, and what it takes to be a professional gamer (spoiler: it’s not just lounging in a comfy chair and eating Flamin’ Hot Cheetos). Want more Vegas news? Make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter at lasvegas.citycast.fm/newsletter!  We’re also on Twitter! Follow us @CityCastVegas  You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719.  Yes, Las Vegas has rapidly become a sports town — but could we also become an eSports town, too? Ryan Smith and Lukas Eggen, co-hosts of the RJ’s eSports and gaming podcast LAN Parties, think so. Today, they sit down with Dayvid to talk about how this billion dollar global industry could take hold in our city, how betting and superstars might help, and what it takes to be a professional gamer (spoiler: it’s not just lounging in a comfy chair and eating Flamin’ Hot Cheetos).


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You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719. 

]]> 1511 A Punk Rock Paradise, a New Evictions Court, and a Few Surprising Endorsements https://lasvegas.citycast.fm Aaaand eyebrows UP! We’ve got some head-turning news for you in the roundup this week. Vogue, Dayvid and Sonja are talking about this week’s surprising endorsements… and lack thereof. The Clark County Education Assocation declined to endorse either gubernatorial candidate, while 14 members of Adam Laxalt’s family just endorsed his opponent, Catherine Cortez Masto… without mentioning poor Adam’s name once. Meanwhile, the Las Vegas Asian Chamber of Commerce has endorsed Joe Lombardo for governor, and Sonja’s got thoughts on why. Next, we get into the creation of a new evictions diversion court, and what that could do for renters… and where it still falls short. And, last but not least, we’re talking about the imminent arrival of the world’s first comprehensive punk rock museum, right here in Las Vegas! It’ll be a 12,000 square foot homage to the genre, located downtown, right next to Little Darlings. All in a week’s news in Las Vegas! Want more Vegas news? Make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter at lasvegas.citycast.fm/newsletter! We’re also on Twitter! Follow us @CityCastVegas  You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719.  Fri, 14 Oct 2022 13:00:00 -0000 A Punk Rock Paradise, a New Evictions Court, and a Few Surprising Endorsements full City Cast Aaaand eyebrows UP! We’ve got some head-turning news for you in the roundup this week. Vogue, Dayvid and Sonja are talking about this week’s surprising endorsements… and lack thereof. The Clark County Education Assocation declined to endorse either gubernatorial candidate, while 14 members of Adam Laxalt’s family just endorsed his opponent, Catherine Cortez Masto… without mentioning poor Adam’s name once. Meanwhile, the Las Vegas Asian Chamber of Commerce has endorsed Joe Lombardo for governor, and Sonja’s got thoughts on why. Next, we get into the creation of a new evictions diversion court, and what that could do for renters… and where it still falls short. And, last but not least, we’re talking about the imminent arrival of the world’s first comprehensive punk rock museum, right here in Las Vegas! It’ll be a 12,000 square foot homage to the genre, located downtown, right next to Little Darlings. All in a week’s news in Las Vegas! Want more Vegas news? Make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter at lasvegas.citycast.fm/newsletter! We’re also on Twitter! Follow us @CityCastVegas  You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719.  Aaaand eyebrows UP! We’ve got some head-turning news for you in the roundup this week. Vogue, Dayvid and Sonja are talking about this week’s surprising endorsements… and lack thereof. The Clark County Education Assocation declined to endorse either gubernatorial candidate, while 14 members of Adam Laxalt’s family just endorsed his opponent, Catherine Cortez Masto… without mentioning poor Adam’s name once. Meanwhile, the Las Vegas Asian Chamber of Commerce has endorsed Joe Lombardo for governor, and Sonja’s got thoughts on why.


Next, we get into the creation of a new evictions diversion court, and what that could do for renters… and where it still falls short. And, last but not least, we’re talking about the imminent arrival of the world’s first comprehensive punk rock museum, right here in Las Vegas! It’ll be a 12,000 square foot homage to the genre, located downtown, right next to Little Darlings. All in a week’s news in Las Vegas!


Want more Vegas news? Make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter at lasvegas.citycast.fm/newsletter!


We’re also on Twitter! Follow us @CityCastVegas 


You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719. 

]]> 1533 Could We Be The Gold Standard For Cannabis Lounges? It’s a big week for the Vegas cannabis industry. Cannabis consumption lounge applications open tomorrow after 5 years of back and forth in the state legislature. Forty-five dispensaries and 20 individuals will be granted licenses to open lounges in Las Vegas and Unincorporated Clark County. While no alcohol or gaming will be allowed, other business models like movie theaters, bakeries, and music venues are fair game. So, what will these heavily regulated and expensive cannabis consumption lounges look like? And more importantly… what will they smell like? Christopher LaPorte, founder of the cannabis hospitality management company RESET and future operator of THRIVE Dispensary’s lounge, sits down with host Dayvid Figler to discuss how we got here, the potential of this new industry, and what our city and its tourists have to look forward to. What would your dream cannabis lounge look like? Tell us your thoughts or concerns about cannabis lounges in a voicemail at 702-514-0719.  You can also let us know on Twitter @CityCastVegas  Want more Vegas news? Make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter at lasvegas.citycast.fm/newsletter! Thu, 13 Oct 2022 13:00:00 -0000 Could We Be The Gold Standard For Cannabis Lounges? full City Cast It’s a big week for the Vegas cannabis industry. Cannabis consumption lounge applications open tomorrow after 5 years of back and forth in the state legislature. Forty-five dispensaries and 20 individuals will be granted licenses to open lounges in Las Vegas and Unincorporated Clark County. While no alcohol or gaming will be allowed, other business models like movie theaters, bakeries, and music venues are fair game. So, what will these heavily regulated and expensive cannabis consumption lounges look like? And more importantly… what will they smell like? Christopher LaPorte, founder of the cannabis hospitality management company RESET and future operator of THRIVE Dispensary’s lounge, sits down with host Dayvid Figler to discuss how we got here, the potential of this new industry, and what our city and its tourists have to look forward to. What would your dream cannabis lounge look like? Tell us your thoughts or concerns about cannabis lounges in a voicemail at 702-514-0719.  You can also let us know on Twitter @CityCastVegas  Want more Vegas news? Make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter at lasvegas.citycast.fm/newsletter! It’s a big week for the Vegas cannabis industry. Cannabis consumption lounge applications open tomorrow after 5 years of back and forth in the state legislature. Forty-five dispensaries and 20 individuals will be granted licenses to open lounges in Las Vegas and Unincorporated Clark County. While no alcohol or gaming will be allowed, other business models like movie theaters, bakeries, and music venues are fair game. So, what will these heavily regulated and expensive cannabis consumption lounges look like? And more importantly… what will they smell like?


Christopher LaPorte, founder of the cannabis hospitality management company RESET and future operator of THRIVE Dispensary’s lounge, sits down with host Dayvid Figler to discuss how we got here, the potential of this new industry, and what our city and its tourists have to look forward to.


What would your dream cannabis lounge look like? Tell us your thoughts or concerns about cannabis lounges in a voicemail at 702-514-0719. 


You can also let us know on Twitter @CityCastVegas 


Want more Vegas news? Make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter at lasvegas.citycast.fm/newsletter!

]]> 1363 Construction Battles At Red Rock Aren't Over Yet https://lasvegas.citycast.fm/ Last week, the Clark County Zoning Commission voted unanimously to approve Jim Rhodes’ housing project near Red Rock Canyon — predictably, Vegas Twitter exploded. Building near Red Rock just might be one of our city’s most contentious issues (just ask Rhodes, who’s been locked in a 20 year battle with the County to build here). But — deep breath, everyone — the approved project contains just 429 homes, a fraction of the originally proposed 5,000. And Rhodes still needs approval from the BLM to build a road out there. So today on City Cast Las Vegas, we’ve got the whole backstory on this housing development: we’re bringing you an interview we did with environment reporter Daniel Rothberg back in August. Daniel detailed the decades-long saga of the battle to build at Red Rock in an investigative piece for the Nevada Independent (it’s reeeally juicy, go read it now). We also get into roads — the ones you drive on, not the developer! — and why they’re trouble for wildlife. How do you feel about development at Red Rock? Leave us a voicemail at 702-514-0719 or find us on Twitter @CityCastVegas. For more Vegas news and goings-on-about-town, make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter at lasvegas.citycast.fm/newsletter! Wed, 12 Oct 2022 13:00:00 -0000 Construction Battles At Red Rock Aren't Over Yet full City Cast Last week, the Clark County Zoning Commission voted unanimously to approve Jim Rhodes’ housing project near Red Rock Canyon — predictably, Vegas Twitter exploded. Building near Red Rock just might be one of our city’s most contentious issues (just ask Rhodes, who’s been locked in a 20 year battle with the County to build here). But — deep breath, everyone — the approved project contains just 429 homes, a fraction of the originally proposed 5,000. And Rhodes still needs approval from the BLM to build a road out there. So today on City Cast Las Vegas, we’ve got the whole backstory on this housing development: we’re bringing you an interview we did with environment reporter Daniel Rothberg back in August. Daniel detailed the decades-long saga of the battle to build at Red Rock in an investigative piece for the Nevada Independent (it’s reeeally juicy, go read it now). We also get into roads — the ones you drive on, not the developer! — and why they’re trouble for wildlife. How do you feel about development at Red Rock? Leave us a voicemail at 702-514-0719 or find us on Twitter @CityCastVegas. For more Vegas news and goings-on-about-town, make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter at lasvegas.citycast.fm/newsletter! Last week, the Clark County Zoning Commission voted unanimously to approve Jim Rhodes’ housing project near Red Rock Canyon — predictably, Vegas Twitter exploded. Building near Red Rock just might be one of our city’s most contentious issues (just ask Rhodes, who’s been locked in a 20 year battle with the County to build here). But — deep breath, everyone — the approved project contains just 429 homes, a fraction of the originally proposed 5,000. And Rhodes still needs approval from the BLM to build a road out there.


So today on City Cast Las Vegas, we’ve got the whole backstory on this housing development: we’re bringing you an interview we did with environment reporter Daniel Rothberg back in August. Daniel detailed the decades-long saga of the battle to build at Red Rock in an investigative piece for the Nevada Independent (it’s reeeally juicy, go read it now). We also get into roads — the ones you drive on, not the developer! — and why they’re trouble for wildlife.


How do you feel about development at Red Rock? Leave us a voicemail at 702-514-0719 or find us on Twitter @CityCastVegas.


For more Vegas news and goings-on-about-town, make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter at lasvegas.citycast.fm/newsletter!

]]> 1178 Why Does Reno Get A Museum of Art… And We Don’t? https://lasvegas.citycast.fm/ Look, we’ve got some great galleries and small art museums here in town — we’re not denying that. But when it comes to the massive, three-story, famous-permanent-collection kinda museums that other cities have… where’s ours?? Even Reno has one. We were actually supposed to get one, until the pandemic put a halt to it. In 2020, the Nevada Museum of Art, which runs programs throughout the Silver State, actually gave back $4 million of state funding that was earmarked for a Las Vegas branch. Today, Vogue talks with Carmen Beals, associate curator and outreach director with the Nevada Museum of Art, about why the project was put on hold, and if we might, juuuust might, get an art museum of our own someday. Where do you think we should put an art museum in Las Vegas? Leave us a voicemail at 702-514-0719, or hit us up on Twitter @CityCastVegas For even more Vegas news, events and general shenanigans, make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter at lasvegas.citycast.fm/newsletter Tue, 11 Oct 2022 13:00:00 -0000 Why Does Reno Get A Museum of Art… And We Don’t? full City Cast Look, we’ve got some great galleries and small art museums here in town — we’re not denying that. But when it comes to the massive, three-story, famous-permanent-collection kinda museums that other cities have… where’s ours?? Even Reno has one. We were actually supposed to get one, until the pandemic put a halt to it. In 2020, the Nevada Museum of Art, which runs programs throughout the Silver State, actually gave back $4 million of state funding that was earmarked for a Las Vegas branch. Today, Vogue talks with Carmen Beals, associate curator and outreach director with the Nevada Museum of Art, about why the project was put on hold, and if we might, juuuust might, get an art museum of our own someday. Where do you think we should put an art museum in Las Vegas? Leave us a voicemail at 702-514-0719, or hit us up on Twitter @CityCastVegas For even more Vegas news, events and general shenanigans, make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter at lasvegas.citycast.fm/newsletter Look, we’ve got some great galleries and small art museums here in town — we’re not denying that. But when it comes to the massive, three-story, famous-permanent-collection kinda museums that other cities have… where’s ours?? Even Reno has one. We were actually supposed to get one, until the pandemic put a halt to it. In 2020, the Nevada Museum of Art, which runs programs throughout the Silver State, actually gave back $4 million of state funding that was earmarked for a Las Vegas branch.


Today, Vogue talks with Carmen Beals, associate curator and outreach director with the Nevada Museum of Art, about why the project was put on hold, and if we might, juuuust might, get an art museum of our own someday.


Where do you think we should put an art museum in Las Vegas? Leave us a voicemail at 702-514-0719, or hit us up on Twitter @CityCastVegas


For even more Vegas news, events and general shenanigans, make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter at lasvegas.citycast.fm/newsletter

]]> 831 Sick Puppies, Construction at Red Rock, and 20 Years of First Friday https://lasvegas.citycast.fm/ What. A week. Of news. Before we get into today’s topics, we wanted to acknowledge the violence that occurred on the Strip yesterday: Six people were injured and two died in a mass stabbing attack near Las Vegas Blvd. and Sands. It’s a lot to process and the story is still developing, so we’ll be coming back to it next week. In the meantime, we’re got plenty more news to discuss today. Vogue is joined by Dayvid and special guest Geoff Carter, Senior Editor at the Las Vegas Weekly, and they’re tackling: 1. The latest news about the Rhodes development abutting Red Rock Canyon (and what some sources are getting wrong about it) 2. Sad puppies at the Animal Foundation! Or at least, the ups and downs of a nonprofit that’s now facing a wave of seriously sick pups 3. First Friday’s 20th birthday (as Vogue puts it, it’s not quite old enough to drink yet) — and Geoff’s fantastic retrospective in the Weekly about the evolution of First Friday, for better, worse, and somewhere in between What are your thoughts on the week’s news? Call or text us at 702-514-0719, or find us on Twitter @CityCastVegas Want more Vegas news? Make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter at lasvegas.citycast.fm/newsletter! And a quick note: We're observing Indigenous Peoples' Day on Monday, so we'll be back in your feeds on Tuesday. Happy weekend, everyone! Fri, 07 Oct 2022 13:00:00 -0000 Sick Puppies, Construction at Red Rock, and 20 Years of First Friday full City Cast What. A week. Of news. Before we get into today’s topics, we wanted to acknowledge the violence that occurred on the Strip yesterday: Six people were injured and two died in a mass stabbing attack near Las Vegas Blvd. and Sands. It’s a lot to process and the story is still developing, so we’ll be coming back to it next week. In the meantime, we’re got plenty more news to discuss today. Vogue is joined by Dayvid and special guest Geoff Carter, Senior Editor at the Las Vegas Weekly, and they’re tackling: 1. The latest news about the Rhodes development abutting Red Rock Canyon (and what some sources are getting wrong about it) 2. Sad puppies at the Animal Foundation! Or at least, the ups and downs of a nonprofit that’s now facing a wave of seriously sick pups 3. First Friday’s 20th birthday (as Vogue puts it, it’s not quite old enough to drink yet) — and Geoff’s fantastic retrospective in the Weekly about the evolution of First Friday, for better, worse, and somewhere in between What are your thoughts on the week’s news? Call or text us at 702-514-0719, or find us on Twitter @CityCastVegas Want more Vegas news? Make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter at lasvegas.citycast.fm/newsletter! And a quick note: We're observing Indigenous Peoples' Day on Monday, so we'll be back in your feeds on Tuesday. Happy weekend, everyone! What. A week. Of news. Before we get into today’s topics, we wanted to acknowledge the violence that occurred on the Strip yesterday: Six people were injured and two died in a mass stabbing attack near Las Vegas Blvd. and Sands. It’s a lot to process and the story is still developing, so we’ll be coming back to it next week.


In the meantime, we’re got plenty more news to discuss today. Vogue is joined by Dayvid and special guest Geoff Carter, Senior Editor at the Las Vegas Weekly, and they’re tackling:

1. The latest news about the Rhodes development abutting Red Rock Canyon (and what some sources are getting wrong about it)

2. Sad puppies at the Animal Foundation! Or at least, the ups and downs of a nonprofit that’s now facing a wave of seriously sick pups

3. First Friday’s 20th birthday (as Vogue puts it, it’s not quite old enough to drink yet) — and Geoff’s fantastic retrospective in the Weekly about the evolution of First Friday, for better, worse, and somewhere in between


What are your thoughts on the week’s news? Call or text us at 702-514-0719, or find us on Twitter @CityCastVegas


Want more Vegas news? Make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter at lasvegas.citycast.fm/newsletter!


And a quick note: We're observing Indigenous Peoples' Day on Monday, so we'll be back in your feeds on Tuesday. Happy weekend, everyone!

]]> 1703 The Solutions to Homelessness No One’s Talking About https://lasvegas.citycast.fm As we’ve discussed on City Cast, homelessness in the Vegas Valley is an urgent issue that’s only getting worse. Our patchwork of municipalities—including the County and the City—have taken different approaches (and have sometimes publicly sparred about them). But City Councilman Brian Knudsen has quietly been laying the groundwork for longterm solutions through healthcare — some of which might not bear fruit for 30 years, he says. Today, Dayvid sits down with Brian to talk about a new pilot program that brings social workers along with Metro on crisis calls, how Medicaid funding could support mental health centers, and just why this problem is so intractable in Las Vegas. Do you have questions about homelessness in Las Vegas? Leave us a voicemail at 702-514-0719. You can also ask us on Twitter @CityCastVegas Want more Vegas news? Make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter at lasvegas.citycast.fm/newsletter!  Special thanks to Jason and Wes over at KUNR for their technical support for this episode. Thu, 06 Oct 2022 13:00:00 -0000 The Solutions to Homelessness No One’s Talking About full City Cast As we’ve discussed on City Cast, homelessness in the Vegas Valley is an urgent issue that’s only getting worse. Our patchwork of municipalities—including the County and the City—have taken different approaches (and have sometimes publicly sparred about them). But City Councilman Brian Knudsen has quietly been laying the groundwork for longterm solutions through healthcare — some of which might not bear fruit for 30 years, he says. Today, Dayvid sits down with Brian to talk about a new pilot program that brings social workers along with Metro on crisis calls, how Medicaid funding could support mental health centers, and just why this problem is so intractable in Las Vegas. Do you have questions about homelessness in Las Vegas? Leave us a voicemail at 702-514-0719. You can also ask us on Twitter @CityCastVegas Want more Vegas news? Make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter at lasvegas.citycast.fm/newsletter!  Special thanks to Jason and Wes over at KUNR for their technical support for this episode. As we’ve discussed on City Cast, homelessness in the Vegas Valley is an urgent issue that’s only getting worse. Our patchwork of municipalities—including the County and the City—have taken different approaches (and have sometimes publicly sparred about them). But City Councilman Brian Knudsen has quietly been laying the groundwork for longterm solutions through healthcare — some of which might not bear fruit for 30 years, he says.


Today, Dayvid sits down with Brian to talk about a new pilot program that brings social workers along with Metro on crisis calls, how Medicaid funding could support mental health centers, and just why this problem is so intractable in Las Vegas.


Do you have questions about homelessness in Las Vegas? Leave us a voicemail at 702-514-0719.


You can also ask us on Twitter @CityCastVegas


Want more Vegas news? Make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter at lasvegas.citycast.fm/newsletter! 


Special thanks to Jason and Wes over at KUNR for their technical support for this episode.

]]> 1458 Who Won the Sisolak/Lombardo Showdown? https://lasvegas.citycast.fm/ On Sunday, The Nevada Independent hosted a debate between Nevada gubernatorial candidates Steve Sisolak, the Democratic incumbent, and Sheriff Joe Lombardo, a Republican. The heated debate, moderated by CEO Jon Ralston, was an hour and a half long and went over education, taxes, crime rates, and more (read the full rundown on the Indy here). City Cast was one of the sponsors of IndyFest this year, so host Dayvid Figler and producer Layla Muhammad got to watch the debate in real-time. So today on the show, host Vogue Robinson sits down with Dayvid and Layla to give you the quick and dirty recap of what may be the only gubernatorial debate ahead of the November election. Wed, 05 Oct 2022 13:00:00 -0000 Who Won the Sisolak/Lombardo Showdown? full City Cast On Sunday, The Nevada Independent hosted a debate between Nevada gubernatorial candidates Steve Sisolak, the Democratic incumbent, and Sheriff Joe Lombardo, a Republican. The heated debate, moderated by CEO Jon Ralston, was an hour and a half long and went over education, taxes, crime rates, and more (read the full rundown on the Indy here). City Cast was one of the sponsors of IndyFest this year, so host Dayvid Figler and producer Layla Muhammad got to watch the debate in real-time. So today on the show, host Vogue Robinson sits down with Dayvid and Layla to give you the quick and dirty recap of what may be the only gubernatorial debate ahead of the November election. On Sunday, The Nevada Independent hosted a debate between Nevada gubernatorial candidates Steve Sisolak, the Democratic incumbent, and Sheriff Joe Lombardo, a Republican. The heated debate, moderated by CEO Jon Ralston, was an hour and a half long and went over education, taxes, crime rates, and more (read the full rundown on the Indy here). City Cast was one of the sponsors of IndyFest this year, so host Dayvid Figler and producer Layla Muhammad got to watch the debate in real-time.


So today on the show, host Vogue Robinson sits down with Dayvid and Layla to give you the quick and dirty recap of what may be the only gubernatorial debate ahead of the November election.

]]> 1354 What Really Happens in Vegas Dive Bars https://lasvegas.citycast.fm/ Remember that Vice article about Vegas dive bars? Yeah, we panned it in a Friday roundup — it was full of breathy, gleeful observations that painted a lurid picture of the down-and-out. Consider this episode your antidote. Dayvid sits down with P Moss, longtime local, writer, and owner of two Las Vegas bars, one of which is the world-famous Double Down Saloon, a punk rock dive bar where you can buy puke insurance and shots of Ass Juice. Dayvid and Moss talk about what makes a dive bar a dive bar, the wildest things he’s seen at his bars, and why dive bars are so susceptible to romanticization. Don’t miss out: Dayvid will be moderating a conversation with Moss at The Writer’s Block this Thursday at 7 p.m., about Moss’s newest novel, Dead Ringer. Come say hello! Tue, 04 Oct 2022 13:00:00 -0000 What Really Happens in Vegas Dive Bars full City Cast An industry veteran gives us the DL Remember that Vice article about Vegas dive bars? Yeah, we panned it in a Friday roundup — it was full of breathy, gleeful observations that painted a lurid picture of the down-and-out. Consider this episode your antidote. Dayvid sits down with P Moss, longtime local, writer, and owner of two Las Vegas bars, one of which is the world-famous Double Down Saloon, a punk rock dive bar where you can buy puke insurance and shots of Ass Juice. Dayvid and Moss talk about what makes a dive bar a dive bar, the wildest things he’s seen at his bars, and why dive bars are so susceptible to romanticization. Don’t miss out: Dayvid will be moderating a conversation with Moss at The Writer’s Block this Thursday at 7 p.m., about Moss’s newest novel, Dead Ringer. Come say hello! Remember that Vice article about Vegas dive bars? Yeah, we panned it in a Friday roundup — it was full of breathy, gleeful observations that painted a lurid picture of the down-and-out. Consider this episode your antidote. Dayvid sits down with P Moss, longtime local, writer, and owner of two Las Vegas bars, one of which is the world-famous Double Down Saloon, a punk rock dive bar where you can buy puke insurance and shots of Ass Juice. Dayvid and Moss talk about what makes a dive bar a dive bar, the wildest things he’s seen at his bars, and why dive bars are so susceptible to romanticization.


Don’t miss out: Dayvid will be moderating a conversation with Moss at The Writer’s Block this Thursday at 7 p.m., about Moss’s newest novel, Dead Ringer. Come say hello!

]]> 1116 You Say Nevada, I Say… Nevada? https://lasvegas.citycast.fm If you’re listening to this podcast, you probably know how to pronounce “Nevada.” Or do you…? Is the Spanish “ah”more historically accurate, and why did we start saying “Nuh-vadda?” Plus, you’ve seen Nevadans boo politicians across the political spectrum, from Donald Trump to Michelle Obama, for saying “Nev-ah-da,” so why do we care so much, and do Nevadans have an extra-deep chip on our shoulder about this compared to other places? Today, Dayvid talks with Valerie Fridland, professor of linguistics at UNR, to get the DL on all of this. Don’t forget to check our Instagram page for a special outtake of a quiz YOU can take alongside Dayvid, testing how Western of a speaker you are. Let us hear how you say Nevada! Leave us a voicemail at 702-514-0719. Want more Vegas news? Make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter at lasvegas.citycast.fm/newsletter!  We’re also on Twitter! Follow us @CityCastVegas Mon, 03 Oct 2022 13:00:00 -0000 You Say Nevada, I Say… Nevada? full City Cast Why do Nevadans get up in arms about our state’s name? If you’re listening to this podcast, you probably know how to pronounce “Nevada.” Or do you…? Is the Spanish “ah”more historically accurate, and why did we start saying “Nuh-vadda?” Plus, you’ve seen Nevadans boo politicians across the political spectrum, from Donald Trump to Michelle Obama, for saying “Nev-ah-da,” so why do we care so much, and do Nevadans have an extra-deep chip on our shoulder about this compared to other places? Today, Dayvid talks with Valerie Fridland, professor of linguistics at UNR, to get the DL on all of this. Don’t forget to check our Instagram page for a special outtake of a quiz YOU can take alongside Dayvid, testing how Western of a speaker you are. Let us hear how you say Nevada! Leave us a voicemail at 702-514-0719. Want more Vegas news? Make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter at lasvegas.citycast.fm/newsletter!  We’re also on Twitter! Follow us @CityCastVegas If you’re listening to this podcast, you probably know how to pronounce “Nevada.” Or do you…? Is the Spanish “ah”more historically accurate, and why did we start saying “Nuh-vadda?” Plus, you’ve seen Nevadans boo politicians across the political spectrum, from Donald Trump to Michelle Obama, for saying “Nev-ah-da,” so why do we care so much, and do Nevadans have an extra-deep chip on our shoulder about this compared to other places?


Today, Dayvid talks with Valerie Fridland, professor of linguistics at UNR, to get the DL on all of this. Don’t forget to check our Instagram page for a special outtake of a quiz YOU can take alongside Dayvid, testing how Western of a speaker you are.


Let us hear how you say Nevada! Leave us a voicemail at 702-514-0719.


Want more Vegas news? Make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter at lasvegas.citycast.fm/newsletter! 


We’re also on Twitter! Follow us @CityCastVegas

]]> 1332 Prison Breaks, Broken Fingers, and the Grasshopper-pocalypse That Wasn't https://lasvegas.citycast.fm/ The escape and eventual capture of prisoner Porfirio Duarte-Herrera was all over the news this week — but could it become a hot button topic in this year’s fiercely competitive governor’s race? After all, Sheriff Joe Lombardo is running on a public safety platform, and the Nevada Department of Corrections director was a Gov. Sisolak appointee. Today, Sonja, Dayvid and Scott get into the potential political fallout of a highly-publicized manhunt. Then it’s on to a lawsuit filed this week by Councilwoman Victoria Seaman against fellow Councilwoman Michele Fiore and the City of Las Vegas, claiming that not only did Fiore assault Seaman at City Hall (breaking Seaman’s finger in the process), City Hall impeded the investigation and destroyed video evidence. (Yes, it’s a hot mess, and yes, we get into it!) Last but not least, you may have seen a few more grasshoppers flying around — but don’t worry, this isn’t the return of 2019’s hopper-pocalypse, at least according to 8 News Now. And hey, if the swarms do return, you could always take advantage of the bounty and cook a few up. Have you been following the Seaman-Fiore feud and do you have thoughts? Any ideas for what to do about all those ‘hoppers? Let us know! Leave us a voicemail or send us a text at 702-514-0719. You can also find us on Twitter @CityCastVegas. Want even more Vegas news, observations, and goings-on-about-town? You’re gonna want to sign up for our morning newsletter at lasvegas.citycast.fm/newsletter! Fri, 30 Sep 2022 13:00:00 -0000 Prison Breaks, Broken Fingers, and the Grasshopper-pocalypse That Wasn't full City Cast The escape and eventual capture of prisoner Porfirio Duarte-Herrera was all over the news this week — but could it become a hot button topic in this year’s fiercely competitive governor’s race? After all, Sheriff Joe Lombardo is running on a public safety platform, and the Nevada Department of Corrections director was a Gov. Sisolak appointee. Today, Sonja, Dayvid and Scott get into the potential political fallout of a highly-publicized manhunt. Then it’s on to a lawsuit filed this week by Councilwoman Victoria Seaman against fellow Councilwoman Michele Fiore and the City of Las Vegas, claiming that not only did Fiore assault Seaman at City Hall (breaking Seaman’s finger in the process), City Hall impeded the investigation and destroyed video evidence. (Yes, it’s a hot mess, and yes, we get into it!) Last but not least, you may have seen a few more grasshoppers flying around — but don’t worry, this isn’t the return of 2019’s hopper-pocalypse, at least according to 8 News Now. And hey, if the swarms do return, you could always take advantage of the bounty and cook a few up. Have you been following the Seaman-Fiore feud and do you have thoughts? Any ideas for what to do about all those ‘hoppers? Let us know! Leave us a voicemail or send us a text at 702-514-0719. You can also find us on Twitter @CityCastVegas. Want even more Vegas news, observations, and goings-on-about-town? You’re gonna want to sign up for our morning newsletter at lasvegas.citycast.fm/newsletter! The escape and eventual capture of prisoner Porfirio Duarte-Herrera was all over the news this week — but could it become a hot button topic in this year’s fiercely competitive governor’s race? After all, Sheriff Joe Lombardo is running on a public safety platform, and the Nevada Department of Corrections director was a Gov. Sisolak appointee.


Today, Sonja, Dayvid and Scott get into the potential political fallout of a highly-publicized manhunt. Then it’s on to a lawsuit filed this week by Councilwoman Victoria Seaman against fellow Councilwoman Michele Fiore and the City of Las Vegas, claiming that not only did Fiore assault Seaman at City Hall (breaking Seaman’s finger in the process), City Hall impeded the investigation and destroyed video evidence. (Yes, it’s a hot mess, and yes, we get into it!)


Last but not least, you may have seen a few more grasshoppers flying around — but don’t worry, this isn’t the return of 2019’s hopper-pocalypse, at least according to 8 News Now. And hey, if the swarms do return, you could always take advantage of the bounty and cook a few up.


Have you been following the Seaman-Fiore feud and do you have thoughts? Any ideas for what to do about all those ‘hoppers? Let us know! Leave us a voicemail or send us a text at 702-514-0719. You can also find us on Twitter @CityCastVegas.


Want even more Vegas news, observations, and goings-on-about-town? You’re gonna want to sign up for our morning newsletter at lasvegas.citycast.fm/newsletter!

]]> 1871 Veteran Politicians Fight For North Town’s Mayoral Seat https://lasvegas.citycast.fm/ Despite being the most diverse city in Nevada, North Las Vegas has yet to see a Black woman mayor. This November, all that will change as Councilwoman Pamela Goynes-Brown and Democratic state Senator Pat Spearman, both Black women, go head to head for the nonpartisan seat. They take on major issues facing the city including housing, policing, and education. Host Vogue Robinson is joined by The Nevada Independent journalist Naoka Foreman to explain where the two candidates stand on the issues. Read Naoka’s coverage here. Are you in North Las Vegas? What issues do you care about? What questions would you have for the NLV mayoral candidates? Call or text us at 702-514-0719. And don’t forget, you can always find us on Twitter @CityCastVegas Want more Vegas news, events and whip-smart observations? Make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter at lasvegas.citycast.fm/newsletter! Thu, 29 Sep 2022 13:00:00 -0000 Veteran Politicians Fight For North Town’s Mayoral Seat full City Cast Despite being the most diverse city in Nevada, North Las Vegas has yet to see a Black woman mayor. This November, all that will change as Councilwoman Pamela Goynes-Brown and Democratic state Senator Pat Spearman, both Black women, go head to head for the nonpartisan seat. They take on major issues facing the city including housing, policing, and education. Host Vogue Robinson is joined by The Nevada Independent journalist Naoka Foreman to explain where the two candidates stand on the issues. Read Naoka’s coverage here. Are you in North Las Vegas? What issues do you care about? What questions would you have for the NLV mayoral candidates? Call or text us at 702-514-0719. And don’t forget, you can always find us on Twitter @CityCastVegas Want more Vegas news, events and whip-smart observations? Make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter at lasvegas.citycast.fm/newsletter! Despite being the most diverse city in Nevada, North Las Vegas has yet to see a Black woman mayor. This November, all that will change as Councilwoman Pamela Goynes-Brown and Democratic state Senator Pat Spearman, both Black women, go head to head for the nonpartisan seat. They take on major issues facing the city including housing, policing, and education. Host Vogue Robinson is joined by The Nevada Independent journalist Naoka Foreman to explain where the two candidates stand on the issues.


Read Naoka’s coverage here.


Are you in North Las Vegas? What issues do you care about? What questions would you have for the NLV mayoral candidates? Call or text us at 702-514-0719. And don’t forget, you can always find us on Twitter @CityCastVegas


Want more Vegas news, events and whip-smart observations? Make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter at lasvegas.citycast.fm/newsletter!

]]> 823 Why Men Are Paying $70k To Break Their Legs https://lasvegas.citycast.fm/ “Break a leg” takes on new meaning for Dr. Kevin Debiparshad, a Las Vegas doctor and the subject of a recent viral article on GQ. Dr. D, as he often goes by, has pioneered a minimally-invasive limb-lengthening procedure that will nonetheless leave many squeamish: Via a small thigh incision, he breaks the femur bone, inserts a remote-controlled titanium gadget, and leaves the bone to fill the carefully-extending gap — giving his patients an extra three to six inches of height. It’s gruesome, painful, and expensive. But in a world where height has been shown to matter, both in hiring and dating, Dr. D’s patients are happy with the results. Today, Dayvid talks with Dr. D about how this procedure came about, why Las Vegas was the perfect place for him to set up shop, and how he thinks attitudes will change towards more involved cosmetic procedures like these. Would you spend $70k for a surgery like this? Why or why not? Leave us a voicemail at 702-514-0719 or send us a tweet @CityCastVegas. For a well-blended dose of news, events and all things Vegas, make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter at lasvegas.citycast.fm/newsletter! Wed, 28 Sep 2022 13:00:00 -0000 Why Men Are Paying $70k To Break Their Legs full City Cast “Break a leg” takes on new meaning for Dr. Kevin Debiparshad, a Las Vegas doctor and the subject of a recent viral article on GQ. Dr. D, as he often goes by, has pioneered a minimally-invasive limb-lengthening procedure that will nonetheless leave many squeamish: Via a small thigh incision, he breaks the femur bone, inserts a remote-controlled titanium gadget, and leaves the bone to fill the carefully-extending gap — giving his patients an extra three to six inches of height. It’s gruesome, painful, and expensive. But in a world where height has been shown to matter, both in hiring and dating, Dr. D’s patients are happy with the results. Today, Dayvid talks with Dr. D about how this procedure came about, why Las Vegas was the perfect place for him to set up shop, and how he thinks attitudes will change towards more involved cosmetic procedures like these. Would you spend $70k for a surgery like this? Why or why not? Leave us a voicemail at 702-514-0719 or send us a tweet @CityCastVegas. For a well-blended dose of news, events and all things Vegas, make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter at lasvegas.citycast.fm/newsletter! “Break a leg” takes on new meaning for Dr. Kevin Debiparshad, a Las Vegas doctor and the subject of a recent viral article on GQ. Dr. D, as he often goes by, has pioneered a minimally-invasive limb-lengthening procedure that will nonetheless leave many squeamish: Via a small thigh incision, he breaks the femur bone, inserts a remote-controlled titanium gadget, and leaves the bone to fill the carefully-extending gap — giving his patients an extra three to six inches of height. It’s gruesome, painful, and expensive. But in a world where height has been shown to matter, both in hiring and dating, Dr. D’s patients are happy with the results.


Today, Dayvid talks with Dr. D about how this procedure came about, why Las Vegas was the perfect place for him to set up shop, and how he thinks attitudes will change towards more involved cosmetic procedures like these.


Would you spend $70k for a surgery like this? Why or why not? Leave us a voicemail at 702-514-0719 or send us a tweet @CityCastVegas.


For a well-blended dose of news, events and all things Vegas, make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter at lasvegas.citycast.fm/newsletter!

]]> 1345 We Need To Talk About Elvis https://lasvegas.citycast.fm/ Baz Luhrmann directed a new film, which was recently released on HBO Max, about Elvis Presley’s life from childhood to riches, fame, and eventual demise. The film stars Austin Butler as Elvis and Tom Hanks as his devilish manager, Colonel Tom Parker. No Elvis story is complete without our city, as Elvis had a seven-year-long residency at the International Hotel (which later became the Las Vegas Hilton and is now the Westgate).  Co-hosts Vogue Robinson and Dayvid Figler talk with producer Layla Muhammad about Elvis’ legacy in Las Vegas. Elvis was a superstar, a rock 'n' roll icon, who had impersonators on the Strip prior to his passing. We have Elvis-themed weddings, sell Elvis tchotchkes in our airport, and fake Elvis accompanies our mayor at parades… But are we honoring his legacy, or have we all turned him into a caricature? Tue, 27 Sep 2022 13:00:00 -0000 We Need To Talk About Elvis full City Cast ...and what he means for Las Vegas. Baz Luhrmann directed a new film, which was recently released on HBO Max, about Elvis Presley’s life from childhood to riches, fame, and eventual demise. The film stars Austin Butler as Elvis and Tom Hanks as his devilish manager, Colonel Tom Parker. No Elvis story is complete without our city, as Elvis had a seven-year-long residency at the International Hotel (which later became the Las Vegas Hilton and is now the Westgate).  Co-hosts Vogue Robinson and Dayvid Figler talk with producer Layla Muhammad about Elvis’ legacy in Las Vegas. Elvis was a superstar, a rock 'n' roll icon, who had impersonators on the Strip prior to his passing. We have Elvis-themed weddings, sell Elvis tchotchkes in our airport, and fake Elvis accompanies our mayor at parades… But are we honoring his legacy, or have we all turned him into a caricature? Baz Luhrmann directed a new film, which was recently released on HBO Max, about Elvis Presley’s life from childhood to riches, fame, and eventual demise. The film stars Austin Butler as Elvis and Tom Hanks as his devilish manager, Colonel Tom Parker. No Elvis story is complete without our city, as Elvis had a seven-year-long residency at the International Hotel (which later became the Las Vegas Hilton and is now the Westgate). 


Co-hosts Vogue Robinson and Dayvid Figler talk with producer Layla Muhammad about Elvis’ legacy in Las Vegas. Elvis was a superstar, a rock 'n' roll icon, who had impersonators on the Strip prior to his passing. We have Elvis-themed weddings, sell Elvis tchotchkes in our airport, and fake Elvis accompanies our mayor at parades… But are we honoring his legacy, or have we all turned him into a caricature?

]]> 1683 Meet the Sword Swallowing Mastermind Behind DTLV’s Wild New Show https://lasvegas.citycast.fm Amy Saunders’s stage presence, Miss Behave, is more than an alter ego. Think more like “Amy times Amy,” — and if you’ve seen any of the Miss Behave shows, you know that Miss B is a brash, warm, comedic force, an androgynous drag queen in spectacular costumes, a master of audience interaction. Today, Dayvid talks with Amy (and Miss B) about the journey from London to Vegas via freak shows and the Festival Fringe, how aging Trump supporters helped hone the show at Bally’s, and why performing off the Strip creates an entirely unique audience experience. Want more Vegas news? Make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter at lasvegas.citycast.fm/newsletter! We’re also on Twitter! Follow us @CityCastVegas  You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719.  Mon, 26 Sep 2022 13:00:00 -0000 Meet the Sword Swallowing Mastermind Behind DTLV’s Wild New Show full City Cast Who Is Miss Behave? Amy Saunders’s stage presence, Miss Behave, is more than an alter ego. Think more like “Amy times Amy,” — and if you’ve seen any of the Miss Behave shows, you know that Miss B is a brash, warm, comedic force, an androgynous drag queen in spectacular costumes, a master of audience interaction. Today, Dayvid talks with Amy (and Miss B) about the journey from London to Vegas via freak shows and the Festival Fringe, how aging Trump supporters helped hone the show at Bally’s, and why performing off the Strip creates an entirely unique audience experience. Want more Vegas news? Make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter at lasvegas.citycast.fm/newsletter! We’re also on Twitter! Follow us @CityCastVegas  You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719.  Amy Saunders’s stage presence, Miss Behave, is more than an alter ego. Think more like “Amy times Amy,” — and if you’ve seen any of the Miss Behave shows, you know that Miss B is a brash, warm, comedic force, an androgynous drag queen in spectacular costumes, a master of audience interaction.


Today, Dayvid talks with Amy (and Miss B) about the journey from London to Vegas via freak shows and the Festival Fringe, how aging Trump supporters helped hone the show at Bally’s, and why performing off the Strip creates an entirely unique audience experience.


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]]> 1399 Weed Lounges Get the Green Light https://lasvegas.citycast.fm/ Wow, Friday snuck up on us FAST this week — there’s just so much going on the news! Today, Vogue, Layla and Dayvid break it all down for us: What’s going on with Yucca Mountain (we thought that plan was dead), and why Governor Sisolak’s office just proposed that we kill it for once and for all. Plus, how other states vastly underestimated Senator Harry Reid when Yucca Mountain was first proposed back in the 80's. Next up, we revisit the long reach of the Route 91 shootings and how its aftereffects are felt even now: In the debates over exactly how many lives were claimed, what to do about guns, and what we should even call the massacre. And lastly, the team takes on the city’s newly-approved cannabis lounges, whether locals will actually go, and what we’d want to see in a cannabis lounge. Oh, and let us not forget: CONGRATULATIONS to the Las Vegas Aces!!! WNBA Champions, bayybeeeee! That’s right, Las Vegas just got its first major league sports championship. We love to see it. What would you want to see at Yucca Mountain? What does the weed lounge of your dreams look like? Leave us a voicemail or shoot us a text at 702-514-0719. You can always find us on Twitter too: @CityCastVegas For more news, events, and commentary about the city we love best, get our morning newsletter at lasvegas.citycast.fm/newsletter! Fri, 23 Sep 2022 13:00:00 -0000 Weed Lounges Get the Green Light full City Cast Plus: The Yucca Mountain Zombie, and reflections on Oct. 1 Wow, Friday snuck up on us FAST this week — there’s just so much going on the news! Today, Vogue, Layla and Dayvid break it all down for us: What’s going on with Yucca Mountain (we thought that plan was dead), and why Governor Sisolak’s office just proposed that we kill it for once and for all. Plus, how other states vastly underestimated Senator Harry Reid when Yucca Mountain was first proposed back in the 80's. Next up, we revisit the long reach of the Route 91 shootings and how its aftereffects are felt even now: In the debates over exactly how many lives were claimed, what to do about guns, and what we should even call the massacre. And lastly, the team takes on the city’s newly-approved cannabis lounges, whether locals will actually go, and what we’d want to see in a cannabis lounge. Oh, and let us not forget: CONGRATULATIONS to the Las Vegas Aces!!! WNBA Champions, bayybeeeee! That’s right, Las Vegas just got its first major league sports championship. We love to see it. What would you want to see at Yucca Mountain? What does the weed lounge of your dreams look like? Leave us a voicemail or shoot us a text at 702-514-0719. You can always find us on Twitter too: @CityCastVegas For more news, events, and commentary about the city we love best, get our morning newsletter at lasvegas.citycast.fm/newsletter! Wow, Friday snuck up on us FAST this week — there’s just so much going on the news! Today, Vogue, Layla and Dayvid break it all down for us: What’s going on with Yucca Mountain (we thought that plan was dead), and why Governor Sisolak’s office just proposed that we kill it for once and for all. Plus, how other states vastly underestimated Senator Harry Reid when Yucca Mountain was first proposed back in the 80's. Next up, we revisit the long reach of the Route 91 shootings and how its aftereffects are felt even now: In the debates over exactly how many lives were claimed, what to do about guns, and what we should even call the massacre. And lastly, the team takes on the city’s newly-approved cannabis lounges, whether locals will actually go, and what we’d want to see in a cannabis lounge.


Oh, and let us not forget: CONGRATULATIONS to the Las Vegas Aces!!! WNBA Champions, bayybeeeee! That’s right, Las Vegas just got its first major league sports championship. We love to see it.


What would you want to see at Yucca Mountain? What does the weed lounge of your dreams look like? Leave us a voicemail or shoot us a text at 702-514-0719. You can always find us on Twitter too: @CityCastVegas


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]]> 1648 What Does It Mean To Be Multicultural in Las Vegas? https://lasvegas.citycast.fm/ Today on City Cast Las Vegas, Vogue chats with Dr. Erika Gisela Abad Merced, (AKA Dr. Abad) an educator, writer, and curator. We talk about Vegas as a multicultural city and how that encompasses generation gaps, sexuality, race, & ethnicity. Dr. Abad shares how she’s turned her personal story into art and invited others to do so too with her show, Two Cultures, One Family. In a press release, Dr. Abad says, “I hope this exhibition helps people feel seen. To have their families feel seen. Two Cultures is a love letter to my mother and grandmother. While our struggles are different, I am here because of them – a testament to their resilience and sacrifice.” Dr. Abad also tell us how Las Vegas celebrates & respects different cultures, especially for our LGBTQ community, but also what we could do better. Two Cultures, One Family will be on display until January 28, 2023 inside the Barrick Museum at UNLV. It is free and open to the public. Visit the show and create art of your own during the Zine Workshop Friday, Sep. 23, 2022, 4pm to 6pm Do you have thoughts about multiculturalism in Las Vegas? Share them with us at 702-514-0719. Keep the conversation going with us on Twitter @CityCastVegas  Looking for more community events and more? Make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter at lasvegas.citycast.fm/newsletter!  Thu, 22 Sep 2022 13:00:00 -0000 What Does It Mean To Be Multicultural in Las Vegas? full City Cast It's not just about race. Today on City Cast Las Vegas, Vogue chats with Dr. Erika Gisela Abad Merced, (AKA Dr. Abad) an educator, writer, and curator. We talk about Vegas as a multicultural city and how that encompasses generation gaps, sexuality, race, & ethnicity. Dr. Abad shares how she’s turned her personal story into art and invited others to do so too with her show, Two Cultures, One Family. In a press release, Dr. Abad says, “I hope this exhibition helps people feel seen. To have their families feel seen. Two Cultures is a love letter to my mother and grandmother. While our struggles are different, I am here because of them – a testament to their resilience and sacrifice.” Dr. Abad also tell us how Las Vegas celebrates & respects different cultures, especially for our LGBTQ community, but also what we could do better. Two Cultures, One Family will be on display until January 28, 2023 inside the Barrick Museum at UNLV. It is free and open to the public. Visit the show and create art of your own during the Zine Workshop Friday, Sep. 23, 2022, 4pm to 6pm Do you have thoughts about multiculturalism in Las Vegas? Share them with us at 702-514-0719. Keep the conversation going with us on Twitter @CityCastVegas  Looking for more community events and more? Make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter at lasvegas.citycast.fm/newsletter!  Today on City Cast Las Vegas, Vogue chats with Dr. Erika Gisela Abad Merced, (AKA Dr. Abad) an educator, writer, and curator. We talk about Vegas as a multicultural city and how that encompasses generation gaps, sexuality, race, & ethnicity. Dr. Abad shares how she’s turned her personal story into art and invited others to do so too with her show, Two Cultures, One Family. In a press release, Dr. Abad says, “I hope this exhibition helps people feel seen. To have their families feel seen. Two Cultures is a love letter to my mother and grandmother. While our struggles are different, I am here because of them – a testament to their resilience and sacrifice.” Dr. Abad also tell us how Las Vegas celebrates & respects different cultures, especially for our LGBTQ community, but also what we could do better.


Two Cultures, One Family will be on display until January 28, 2023 inside the Barrick Museum at UNLV. It is free and open to the public. Visit the show and create art of your own during the Zine Workshop Friday, Sep. 23, 2022, 4pm to 6pm


Do you have thoughts about multiculturalism in Las Vegas? Share them with us at 702-514-0719.


Keep the conversation going with us on Twitter @CityCastVegas 


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]]> 1118 The Cookbook Club That Fed A City https://lasvegas.citycast.fm When Kim Foster started the cookbook club Please Send Noodles (a cheeky play on “please send nudes”), it was a gathering of local home cooks who discussed a new cookbook and met for a potluck every month. Then, the pandemic shut down Las Vegas — and the cookbook club. Our hospitality-centric city was devastated… and hungry. The Please Send Noodles crew swung into action, pivoting from potlucks to pantry, cooking hundreds of meals each month for struggling Las Vegans. Next week, Please Send Noodles will hold its first in-person gathering since the pandemic started. Kim joins host Dayvid Figler to talk about how the cookbook club met the challenges of the moment, why restaurant-centric Las Vegas needs a cookbook club, and how both trauma and resilience can show up when the table is set. For more information about Monday’s cookbook club event, visit The Writer’s Block website. Kim Foster is a James Beard Award-winning food writer and essayist. Her book, The Meth Lunches: Food and Longing in an American City, will be released from St. Martin’s Press in Fall 2023. Want more Vegas news? Make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter at lasvegas.citycast.fm/newsletter!  We’re also on Twitter! Follow us @CityCastVegas Do you have an interesting club or organization that Vegas needs to know more about? Tell us about it by calling or texting 702-514-0719. Wed, 21 Sep 2022 13:00:00 -0000 The Cookbook Club That Fed A City full City Cast Kim Foster's Please Send Noodles is cooking up ways to help the Las Vegas community. When Kim Foster started the cookbook club Please Send Noodles (a cheeky play on “please send nudes”), it was a gathering of local home cooks who discussed a new cookbook and met for a potluck every month. Then, the pandemic shut down Las Vegas — and the cookbook club. Our hospitality-centric city was devastated… and hungry. The Please Send Noodles crew swung into action, pivoting from potlucks to pantry, cooking hundreds of meals each month for struggling Las Vegans. Next week, Please Send Noodles will hold its first in-person gathering since the pandemic started. Kim joins host Dayvid Figler to talk about how the cookbook club met the challenges of the moment, why restaurant-centric Las Vegas needs a cookbook club, and how both trauma and resilience can show up when the table is set. For more information about Monday’s cookbook club event, visit The Writer’s Block website. Kim Foster is a James Beard Award-winning food writer and essayist. Her book, The Meth Lunches: Food and Longing in an American City, will be released from St. Martin’s Press in Fall 2023. Want more Vegas news? Make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter at lasvegas.citycast.fm/newsletter!  We’re also on Twitter! Follow us @CityCastVegas Do you have an interesting club or organization that Vegas needs to know more about? Tell us about it by calling or texting 702-514-0719. When Kim Foster started the cookbook club Please Send Noodles (a cheeky play on “please send nudes”), it was a gathering of local home cooks who discussed a new cookbook and met for a potluck every month. Then, the pandemic shut down Las Vegas — and the cookbook club. Our hospitality-centric city was devastated… and hungry. The Please Send Noodles crew swung into action, pivoting from potlucks to pantry, cooking hundreds of meals each month for struggling Las Vegans.

Next week, Please Send Noodles will hold its first in-person gathering since the pandemic started. Kim joins host Dayvid Figler to talk about how the cookbook club met the challenges of the moment, why restaurant-centric Las Vegas needs a cookbook club, and how both trauma and resilience can show up when the table is set.


For more information about Monday’s cookbook club event, visit The Writer’s Block website.


Kim Foster is a James Beard Award-winning food writer and essayist. Her book, The Meth Lunches: Food and Longing in an American City, will be released from St. Martin’s Press in Fall 2023.


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We’re also on Twitter! Follow us @CityCastVegas


Do you have an interesting club or organization that Vegas needs to know more about? Tell us about it by calling or texting 702-514-0719.

]]> 1139 Why Sen. Cortez Masto Opposes Biden’s Student Debt Plan https://lasvegas.citycast.fm/ Nevada Senator Catherine Cortez Masto made headlines when she publicly criticized President Biden’s student loan forgiveness plan, breaking rank with Democrats. So is this a play for Republican votes during a tough battle for reelection? Or is she actually swinging left of the Dems on this issue — especially given the fact that she’d already proposed a college affordability and loan forgiveness bill? Today, Dayvid talks with Nevada Independent reporter Tabitha Mueller, who recently wrote about Cortez Masto’s stance on the Biden plan, and how it all might play out in her reelection campaign. What do you think about Biden’s loan forgiveness plan? How are student loans affecting you? Leave us a voicemail or a send us a text at 702-514-0719. We’re all ears on Twitter, too: @CityCastVegas Want more Vegas news, observations, and goings-on about town? You’ll want to sign up for our brilliant morning newsletter at lasvegas.citycast.fm/newsletter! Tue, 20 Sep 2022 13:00:00 -0000 Why Sen. Cortez Masto Opposes Biden’s Student Debt Plan full City Cast ...and what it means for her reelection campaign. Nevada Senator Catherine Cortez Masto made headlines when she publicly criticized President Biden’s student loan forgiveness plan, breaking rank with Democrats. So is this a play for Republican votes during a tough battle for reelection? Or is she actually swinging left of the Dems on this issue — especially given the fact that she’d already proposed a college affordability and loan forgiveness bill? Today, Dayvid talks with Nevada Independent reporter Tabitha Mueller, who recently wrote about Cortez Masto’s stance on the Biden plan, and how it all might play out in her reelection campaign. What do you think about Biden’s loan forgiveness plan? How are student loans affecting you? Leave us a voicemail or a send us a text at 702-514-0719. We’re all ears on Twitter, too: @CityCastVegas Want more Vegas news, observations, and goings-on about town? You’ll want to sign up for our brilliant morning newsletter at lasvegas.citycast.fm/newsletter! Nevada Senator Catherine Cortez Masto made headlines when she publicly criticized President Biden’s student loan forgiveness plan, breaking rank with Democrats. So is this a play for Republican votes during a tough battle for reelection? Or is she actually swinging left of the Dems on this issue — especially given the fact that she’d already proposed a college affordability and loan forgiveness bill? Today, Dayvid talks with Nevada Independent reporter Tabitha Mueller, who recently wrote about Cortez Masto’s stance on the Biden plan, and how it all might play out in her reelection campaign.


What do you think about Biden’s loan forgiveness plan? How are student loans affecting you? Leave us a voicemail or a send us a text at 702-514-0719. We’re all ears on Twitter, too: @CityCastVegas


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]]> 1262 Five Vegas Women You Need to Know https://lasvegas.citycast.fm A few weeks ago, our team talked about the movers and shakers from Las Vegas history who would be on our(hypothetical) Mt. Rushmore. The problem? We had no women on our list! Here to help us fix that glaring omission is Dr. Su Kim Chung, Head of Public Services in Special Collections and Archives at UNLV Libraries. She and host Vogue Robinson talk about four iconic women in Vegas history that we should all know (plus one bonus pick!), and how they made our city what it is today. For more information about the women on Su Kim’s list, click on the links below: Helen Stewart Lubertha Johnson Claudine Williams Carol Harter Margaret Kelly (Miss Bluebell) Did you know about all of these Las Vegas women? Who would you add? Leave us a voicemail at 702-514-0719, or hit us up on Twitter @CityCastVegas. For even more Vegas insider history, news, events, and more — you’re gonna want to sign up for our brilliant morning newsletter at lasvegas.citycast.fm/newsletter! Note: In the introduction to this episode, we incorrectly called Su Kim Chung the Head of Special Collections. Her correct job title is Head of Public Services in Special Collections and Archives at UNLV Libraries. Apologies for the error! Mon, 19 Sep 2022 13:00:00 -0000 Five Vegas Women You Need to Know full City Cast Who does this historian put on her Las Vegas Mt. Rushmore of women? A few weeks ago, our team talked about the movers and shakers from Las Vegas history who would be on our(hypothetical) Mt. Rushmore. The problem? We had no women on our list! Here to help us fix that glaring omission is Dr. Su Kim Chung, Head of Public Services in Special Collections and Archives at UNLV Libraries. She and host Vogue Robinson talk about four iconic women in Vegas history that we should all know (plus one bonus pick!), and how they made our city what it is today. For more information about the women on Su Kim’s list, click on the links below: Helen Stewart Lubertha Johnson Claudine Williams Carol Harter Margaret Kelly (Miss Bluebell) Did you know about all of these Las Vegas women? Who would you add? Leave us a voicemail at 702-514-0719, or hit us up on Twitter @CityCastVegas. For even more Vegas insider history, news, events, and more — you’re gonna want to sign up for our brilliant morning newsletter at lasvegas.citycast.fm/newsletter! Note: In the introduction to this episode, we incorrectly called Su Kim Chung the Head of Special Collections. Her correct job title is Head of Public Services in Special Collections and Archives at UNLV Libraries. Apologies for the error! A few weeks ago, our team talked about the movers and shakers from Las Vegas history who would be on our(hypothetical) Mt. Rushmore. The problem? We had no women on our list! Here to help us fix that glaring omission is Dr. Su Kim Chung, Head of Public Services in Special Collections and Archives at UNLV Libraries. She and host Vogue Robinson talk about four iconic women in Vegas history that we should all know (plus one bonus pick!), and how they made our city what it is today.


For more information about the women on Su Kim’s list, click on the links below:



Did you know about all of these Las Vegas women? Who would you add? Leave us a voicemail at 702-514-0719, or hit us up on Twitter @CityCastVegas.


For even more Vegas insider history, news, events, and more — you’re gonna want to sign up for our brilliant morning newsletter at lasvegas.citycast.fm/newsletter!


Note: In the introduction to this episode, we incorrectly called Su Kim Chung the Head of Special Collections. Her correct job title is Head of Public Services in Special Collections and Archives at UNLV Libraries. Apologies for the error!

]]> 1098 Cannabis Cleans Up In Court https://lasvegas.citycast.fm Sonja and Dayvid are joined today by a very special guest: Joey Lovato, host of the Nevada Independent’s podcast IndyMatters. (Psst, it’s his birthday today, y’all!) Joey catches us up on the cannabis news — namely, that the ACLU has won its lawsuit against the State Board of Pharmacy, who will now be required to de-classify cannabis as a Schedule 1 drug. So what does that mean for Las Vegans? We also talk about the endorsement that six local chambers of commerce recently gave to a ballot initiative that proposes to split up Clark County School District into smaller school districts. CCSD is the fifth-largest school district in the country — but splitting it up comes with some pros and cons. We round out the roundup with a remembrance of Blair Dewane, a beloved local indie musician who passed this week at too young of an age. Last but most certainly not least, we learn that Dayvid is in a polka punk band called Tippy Elvis, and that Joey was in a Justin Bieber-meets-Alvin the Chipmunks band called Full Silver… in the 5th grade. We’re currently looking for the Full Silver deep cut album, so let us know if you find footage anywhere! How do YOU feel about the CCSD ballot initiative? Are you in a local indie band that you want to shout out? Leave us a voicemail at 702-514-0719 or hit us up on Twitter @CityCastVegas. Want more Vegas news and events? Reward yourself every morning with our 6 a.m. newsletter at lasvegas.citycast.fm/newsletter! Fri, 16 Sep 2022 13:00:00 -0000 Cannabis Cleans Up In Court full City Cast Plus, is CCSD too big? And indie music loses a mensch. Sonja and Dayvid are joined today by a very special guest: Joey Lovato, host of the Nevada Independent’s podcast IndyMatters. (Psst, it’s his birthday today, y’all!) Joey catches us up on the cannabis news — namely, that the ACLU has won its lawsuit against the State Board of Pharmacy, who will now be required to de-classify cannabis as a Schedule 1 drug. So what does that mean for Las Vegans? We also talk about the endorsement that six local chambers of commerce recently gave to a ballot initiative that proposes to split up Clark County School District into smaller school districts. CCSD is the fifth-largest school district in the country — but splitting it up comes with some pros and cons. We round out the roundup with a remembrance of Blair Dewane, a beloved local indie musician who passed this week at too young of an age. Last but most certainly not least, we learn that Dayvid is in a polka punk band called Tippy Elvis, and that Joey was in a Justin Bieber-meets-Alvin the Chipmunks band called Full Silver… in the 5th grade. We’re currently looking for the Full Silver deep cut album, so let us know if you find footage anywhere! How do YOU feel about the CCSD ballot initiative? Are you in a local indie band that you want to shout out? Leave us a voicemail at 702-514-0719 or hit us up on Twitter @CityCastVegas. Want more Vegas news and events? Reward yourself every morning with our 6 a.m. newsletter at lasvegas.citycast.fm/newsletter! Sonja and Dayvid are joined today by a very special guest: Joey Lovato, host of the Nevada Independent’s podcast IndyMatters. (Psst, it’s his birthday today, y’all!) Joey catches us up on the cannabis news — namely, that the ACLU has won its lawsuit against the State Board of Pharmacy, who will now be required to de-classify cannabis as a Schedule 1 drug. So what does that mean for Las Vegans?


We also talk about the endorsement that six local chambers of commerce recently gave to a ballot initiative that proposes to split up Clark County School District into smaller school districts. CCSD is the fifth-largest school district in the country — but splitting it up comes with some pros and cons. We round out the roundup with a remembrance of Blair Dewane, a beloved local indie musician who passed this week at too young of an age.


Last but most certainly not least, we learn that Dayvid is in a polka punk band called Tippy Elvis, and that Joey was in a Justin Bieber-meets-Alvin the Chipmunks band called Full Silver… in the 5th grade. We’re currently looking for the Full Silver deep cut album, so let us know if you find footage anywhere!


How do YOU feel about the CCSD ballot initiative? Are you in a local indie band that you want to shout out? Leave us a voicemail at 702-514-0719 or hit us up on Twitter @CityCastVegas.


Want more Vegas news and events? Reward yourself every morning with our 6 a.m. newsletter at lasvegas.citycast.fm/newsletter!

]]> 1533 Can The Aces Make Las Vegas History? https://lasvegas.citycast.fm/ Vegas is buzzing as the top-seeded Las Vegas Aces make their way to Connecticut tonight with a 2-0 lead over the Sun in the WNBA Finals. They are one game away from bringing home our city’s first major league sports championship — it could happen tonight! News 3 sports anchor Bryan Salmond tells host Dayvid Figler how the team got there with a rookie coach and all-star roster. Also, what its win could mean for Las Vegas and a hint as to how they might celebrate a W. GO ACES! How do you hope to celebrate Vegas’s first major league sports championship? Share your excitement with us at 702-514-0719.  We’re also on Twitter! Follow us @CityCastVegas  Stay up to date on all the Vegas happenings by signing up for our morning newsletter at lasvegas.citycast.fm/newsletter!  Thu, 15 Sep 2022 13:00:00 -0000 Can The Aces Make Las Vegas History? full City Cast We're about to find out. Vegas is buzzing as the top-seeded Las Vegas Aces make their way to Connecticut tonight with a 2-0 lead over the Sun in the WNBA Finals. They are one game away from bringing home our city’s first major league sports championship — it could happen tonight! News 3 sports anchor Bryan Salmond tells host Dayvid Figler how the team got there with a rookie coach and all-star roster. Also, what its win could mean for Las Vegas and a hint as to how they might celebrate a W. GO ACES! How do you hope to celebrate Vegas’s first major league sports championship? Share your excitement with us at 702-514-0719.  We’re also on Twitter! Follow us @CityCastVegas  Stay up to date on all the Vegas happenings by signing up for our morning newsletter at lasvegas.citycast.fm/newsletter!  Vegas is buzzing as the top-seeded Las Vegas Aces make their way to Connecticut tonight with a 2-0 lead over the Sun in the WNBA Finals. They are one game away from bringing home our city’s first major league sports championship — it could happen tonight! News 3 sports anchor Bryan Salmond tells host Dayvid Figler how the team got there with a rookie coach and all-star roster. Also, what its win could mean for Las Vegas and a hint as to how they might celebrate a W.


GO ACES!


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]]> 1207 Life is Beautiful Returns and Locals Are Conflicted The music, food, and art festival Life is Beautiful starts Friday — you may have already noticed street closures downtown as it sets up. Since 2013, Life is Beautiful has taken over several blocks of downtown for three days. Headliners have included huge artists, like Megan Thee Stallion, the Gorillaz, Kendrick Lamar, Arcade Fire. Celebrity chefs show up. Apparently Banksy was there one year? It’s all wild and magical… but maybe not for everyone. Today, Sonja (an LiB newbie) talks with Dayvid and Layla, both veterans of Life is Beautiful, about why so many locals have mixed feelings about it. Dayvid shares a conversation with musician Jack Evan Johnson, who started the cheeky Life is Shit event, while Layla talks with local artist Tanna Marie, who’s getting a huge break at this year’s festival. Quick note, you’re gonna hear some profanity in this one, including a well-executed F bomb. How do YOU feel about Life is Beautiful? Let us know: 702-514-0719 or @CityCastVegas on Twitter. For even more Vegas news, events, and snarky commentary, make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter at lasvegas.citycast.fm/newsletter. Wed, 14 Sep 2022 13:00:00 -0000 Life is Beautiful Returns and Locals Are Conflicted full City Cast Has LiB been good for Las Vegas? The music, food, and art festival Life is Beautiful starts Friday — you may have already noticed street closures downtown as it sets up. Since 2013, Life is Beautiful has taken over several blocks of downtown for three days. Headliners have included huge artists, like Megan Thee Stallion, the Gorillaz, Kendrick Lamar, Arcade Fire. Celebrity chefs show up. Apparently Banksy was there one year? It’s all wild and magical… but maybe not for everyone. Today, Sonja (an LiB newbie) talks with Dayvid and Layla, both veterans of Life is Beautiful, about why so many locals have mixed feelings about it. Dayvid shares a conversation with musician Jack Evan Johnson, who started the cheeky Life is Shit event, while Layla talks with local artist Tanna Marie, who’s getting a huge break at this year’s festival. Quick note, you’re gonna hear some profanity in this one, including a well-executed F bomb. How do YOU feel about Life is Beautiful? Let us know: 702-514-0719 or @CityCastVegas on Twitter. For even more Vegas news, events, and snarky commentary, make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter at lasvegas.citycast.fm/newsletter. The music, food, and art festival Life is Beautiful starts Friday — you may have already noticed street closures downtown as it sets up. Since 2013, Life is Beautiful has taken over several blocks of downtown for three days. Headliners have included huge artists, like Megan Thee Stallion, the Gorillaz, Kendrick Lamar, Arcade Fire. Celebrity chefs show up. Apparently Banksy was there one year? It’s all wild and magical… but maybe not for everyone.


Today, Sonja (an LiB newbie) talks with Dayvid and Layla, both veterans of Life is Beautiful, about why so many locals have mixed feelings about it. Dayvid shares a conversation with musician Jack Evan Johnson, who started the cheeky Life is Shit event, while Layla talks with local artist Tanna Marie, who’s getting a huge break at this year’s festival.


Quick note, you’re gonna hear some profanity in this one, including a well-executed F bomb.


How do YOU feel about Life is Beautiful? Let us know: 702-514-0719 or @CityCastVegas on Twitter.


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]]> 1504 Where's Our Tupac Memorial? https://lasvegas.citycast.fm/ Twenty-six years ago today, Tupac Amaru Shakur died at University Medical Center here in Las Vegas. A few days before his death, he was shot at the intersection of Flamingo and Koval — you may have driven past the spontaneous, informal memorial at the site, a collection of fan tributes scrawled onto a telephone pole. There is no official memorial or plaque here, or anywhere in Las Vegas. Tupac didn’t get the accolades he deserved during his lifetime, but today, he’s remembered as one of the most influential hip-hop artists of all time — so where’s our memorial? Host Vogue Robinson is joined by DJ Warren Peace, a local who was on the Death Row street team and was playing at Club 662 the night Tupac never arrived. He tells us stories from the 90s club scene, and lays out the big picture: How the Vegas powers that be viewed hip-hop in the 90s, and why he thinks we don’t have a Tupac memorial. Where were you when Tupac was shot? Who else do you think deserves to be memorialized in Las Vegas? Let us know at 702-514-0719 or on Twitter @CityCastVegas. Looking for more Vegas news? Make sure to sign up for our amazing morning newsletter at lasvegas.citycast.fm/newsletter!  Tue, 13 Sep 2022 13:00:00 -0000 Where's Our Tupac Memorial? full City Cast A conversation with the DJ from the club that Tupac never made it to. Twenty-six years ago today, Tupac Amaru Shakur died at University Medical Center here in Las Vegas. A few days before his death, he was shot at the intersection of Flamingo and Koval — you may have driven past the spontaneous, informal memorial at the site, a collection of fan tributes scrawled onto a telephone pole. There is no official memorial or plaque here, or anywhere in Las Vegas. Tupac didn’t get the accolades he deserved during his lifetime, but today, he’s remembered as one of the most influential hip-hop artists of all time — so where’s our memorial? Host Vogue Robinson is joined by DJ Warren Peace, a local who was on the Death Row street team and was playing at Club 662 the night Tupac never arrived. He tells us stories from the 90s club scene, and lays out the big picture: How the Vegas powers that be viewed hip-hop in the 90s, and why he thinks we don’t have a Tupac memorial. Where were you when Tupac was shot? Who else do you think deserves to be memorialized in Las Vegas? Let us know at 702-514-0719 or on Twitter @CityCastVegas. Looking for more Vegas news? Make sure to sign up for our amazing morning newsletter at lasvegas.citycast.fm/newsletter!  Twenty-six years ago today, Tupac Amaru Shakur died at University Medical Center here in Las Vegas. A few days before his death, he was shot at the intersection of Flamingo and Koval — you may have driven past the spontaneous, informal memorial at the site, a collection of fan tributes scrawled onto a telephone pole. There is no official memorial or plaque here, or anywhere in Las Vegas. Tupac didn’t get the accolades he deserved during his lifetime, but today, he’s remembered as one of the most influential hip-hop artists of all time — so where’s our memorial?


Host Vogue Robinson is joined by DJ Warren Peace, a local who was on the Death Row street team and was playing at Club 662 the night Tupac never arrived. He tells us stories from the 90s club scene, and lays out the big picture: How the Vegas powers that be viewed hip-hop in the 90s, and why he thinks we don’t have a Tupac memorial.


Where were you when Tupac was shot? Who else do you think deserves to be memorialized in Las Vegas? Let us know at 702-514-0719 or on Twitter @CityCastVegas.


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]]> 1257 Why Beverly Rogers Doesn’t Call Herself a Philanthropist https://lasvegas.citycast.fm/ If you’ve been in Vegas for a while, you might’ve seen “Rogers” in an organization’s name or two. That’s Beverly Rogers, who grew up in Las Vegas and has become one of Las Vegas’ biggest donors to education and the arts. The Rogers Foundation’s commitment to supporting students in Las Vegas was created to advance the passion of Jim Rogers (Beverly’s late husband) for education. Today on the podcast, Beverly tells host Vogue Robinson about her early life and how its led her to philanthropy, the influence Vegas has had on her, and the scoop on when The Beverly Theater will be opening! Do you have first-hand experience with the work of the Rogers Foundation? Or thoughts on philanthropy in Las Vegas broadly? Fill us in! Leave us a message or send us a text at 702-514-0719. Or drop us tweet @CityCastVegas. Get even more Vegas news, commentary, and events when you sign up for our fantastic morning newsletter at lasvegas.citycast.fm/newsletter! Mon, 12 Sep 2022 13:00:00 -0000 Why Beverly Rogers Doesn’t Call Herself a Philanthropist full City Cast Despite giving over $89 million to Las Vegas causes over the years If you’ve been in Vegas for a while, you might’ve seen “Rogers” in an organization’s name or two. That’s Beverly Rogers, who grew up in Las Vegas and has become one of Las Vegas’ biggest donors to education and the arts. The Rogers Foundation’s commitment to supporting students in Las Vegas was created to advance the passion of Jim Rogers (Beverly’s late husband) for education. Today on the podcast, Beverly tells host Vogue Robinson about her early life and how its led her to philanthropy, the influence Vegas has had on her, and the scoop on when The Beverly Theater will be opening! Do you have first-hand experience with the work of the Rogers Foundation? Or thoughts on philanthropy in Las Vegas broadly? Fill us in! Leave us a message or send us a text at 702-514-0719. Or drop us tweet @CityCastVegas. Get even more Vegas news, commentary, and events when you sign up for our fantastic morning newsletter at lasvegas.citycast.fm/newsletter! If you’ve been in Vegas for a while, you might’ve seen “Rogers” in an organization’s name or two. That’s Beverly Rogers, who grew up in Las Vegas and has become one of Las Vegas’ biggest donors to education and the arts. The Rogers Foundation’s commitment to supporting students in Las Vegas was created to advance the passion of Jim Rogers (Beverly’s late husband) for education. Today on the podcast, Beverly tells host Vogue Robinson about her early life and how its led her to philanthropy, the influence Vegas has had on her, and the scoop on when The Beverly Theater will be opening!


Do you have first-hand experience with the work of the Rogers Foundation? Or thoughts on philanthropy in Las Vegas broadly? Fill us in! Leave us a message or send us a text at 702-514-0719. Or drop us tweet @CityCastVegas.


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]]> 1311 Did the Lawyer Kill the Journalist? https://lasvegas.citycast.fm/ In our look back at the week’s news, our team is tackling the story of local journalist Jeff German’s murder, which has made national headlines. Today, Dayvid, Scott and Sonja catch you up on the news, reflect on the tense environment for journalists, and how that might (or might not) bear on this particular case. In case you missed it, here’s a summary of the news so far: Investigative journalist Jeff German was found murdered outside his home Saturday morning following an altercation the night before that left him with multiple stab wounds. After four days of investigations, police arrested Clark County Public Administrator Robert Telles on Wednesday evening in connection with the murder. Evidence was found linking Telles to the scene, including his car, a ripped-up hat that matched a video of the suspect, and DNA under German’s nails. It is believed that reporting from German (which exposed a toxic work environment at Telles's office) contributed to the loss of Telles's reelection bid in the June primaries. It was announced on Thursday that Telles was charged with open murder and will be held without bail. Fri, 09 Sep 2022 13:00:00 -0000 Did the Lawyer Kill the Journalist? full City Cast We talk with our lawyer and our journalist. In our look back at the week’s news, our team is tackling the story of local journalist Jeff German’s murder, which has made national headlines. Today, Dayvid, Scott and Sonja catch you up on the news, reflect on the tense environment for journalists, and how that might (or might not) bear on this particular case. In case you missed it, here’s a summary of the news so far: Investigative journalist Jeff German was found murdered outside his home Saturday morning following an altercation the night before that left him with multiple stab wounds. After four days of investigations, police arrested Clark County Public Administrator Robert Telles on Wednesday evening in connection with the murder. Evidence was found linking Telles to the scene, including his car, a ripped-up hat that matched a video of the suspect, and DNA under German’s nails. It is believed that reporting from German (which exposed a toxic work environment at Telles's office) contributed to the loss of Telles's reelection bid in the June primaries. It was announced on Thursday that Telles was charged with open murder and will be held without bail. In our look back at the week’s news, our team is tackling the story of local journalist Jeff German’s murder, which has made national headlines. Today, Dayvid, Scott and Sonja catch you up on the news, reflect on the tense environment for journalists, and how that might (or might not) bear on this particular case.


In case you missed it, here’s a summary of the news so far: Investigative journalist Jeff German was found murdered outside his home Saturday morning following an altercation the night before that left him with multiple stab wounds. After four days of investigations, police arrested Clark County Public Administrator Robert Telles on Wednesday evening in connection with the murder. Evidence was found linking Telles to the scene, including his car, a ripped-up hat that matched a video of the suspect, and DNA under German’s nails. It is believed that reporting from German (which exposed a toxic work environment at Telles's office) contributed to the loss of Telles's reelection bid in the June primaries. It was announced on Thursday that Telles was charged with open murder and will be held without bail.

]]> 1420 What’s it Like to Be a Showgirl in Vegas? https://lasvegas.citycast.fm Where have all the showgirls gone? No, we’re not talking about the costumed photo ops on Fremont Street, or those 50-foot clip art signs downtown. We’re talking about the classic showgirl revue — like Jubilee, the last showgirl show, which closed in 2016. Kelly O remembers those years well: She’s a dancer who performed in the iconic Jubilee show during its sunset years. In this special guest episode from our friends at the Faces and Aces LV podcast, Chris Kim talks with Kelly O about how she moved from ballet in NYC to the feathered world of Vegas showgirls, what a day in the life of a showgirl is like, and all of the other dancing gigs she’s taken up in Vegas since her showgirl days. You can listen to more Faces and Aces LV at facesandaceslv.com. Want more Vegas news? Make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter at lasvegas.citycast.fm/newsletter! We’re also on Twitter! Follow us @CityCastVegas  You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719.  Thu, 08 Sep 2022 13:00:00 -0000 What’s it Like to Be a Showgirl in Vegas? full City Cast A special guest episode from Faces and Aces LV Where have all the showgirls gone? No, we’re not talking about the costumed photo ops on Fremont Street, or those 50-foot clip art signs downtown. We’re talking about the classic showgirl revue — like Jubilee, the last showgirl show, which closed in 2016. Kelly O remembers those years well: She’s a dancer who performed in the iconic Jubilee show during its sunset years. In this special guest episode from our friends at the Faces and Aces LV podcast, Chris Kim talks with Kelly O about how she moved from ballet in NYC to the feathered world of Vegas showgirls, what a day in the life of a showgirl is like, and all of the other dancing gigs she’s taken up in Vegas since her showgirl days. You can listen to more Faces and Aces LV at facesandaceslv.com. Want more Vegas news? Make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter at lasvegas.citycast.fm/newsletter! We’re also on Twitter! Follow us @CityCastVegas  You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719.  Where have all the showgirls gone? No, we’re not talking about the costumed photo ops on Fremont Street, or those 50-foot clip art signs downtown. We’re talking about the classic showgirl revue — like Jubilee, the last showgirl show, which closed in 2016. Kelly O remembers those years well: She’s a dancer who performed in the iconic Jubilee show during its sunset years.


In this special guest episode from our friends at the Faces and Aces LV podcast, Chris Kim talks with Kelly O about how she moved from ballet in NYC to the feathered world of Vegas showgirls, what a day in the life of a showgirl is like, and all of the other dancing gigs she’s taken up in Vegas since her showgirl days.


You can listen to more Faces and Aces LV at facesandaceslv.com.


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We’re also on Twitter! Follow us @CityCastVegas 


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]]> 1621 Heyyy, Bettor Bettor! Sports Betting Basics With Homegrown Analyst Minty Bets https://lasvegas.citycast.fm/ Football season starts tomorrow, and for some of you, it’s not just ego and bragging rights on the line. Ever since the Supreme Court allowed for sports betting outside of Nevada, the industry has seen major growth: It doubled in 2021 with over $57 billion wagered across the U.S. So what does that mean for Las Vegas? Yahoo sports betting analyst and Las Vegas local Minty (who goes by “Minty Bets” online) joins host Vogue Robinson to answer all of our most pressing and ridiculous questions about sports betting: What kind of prep does she have to do? Does sports betting ruin the experience of the game? Is Las Vegas still important in the ever-expanding world of sports-betting? And how can you tell when you’ve gone a little too far with the wagers? Wed, 07 Sep 2022 13:00:00 -0000 Heyyy, Bettor Bettor! Sports Betting Basics With Homegrown Analyst Minty Bets full City Cast The 101 on wagering on sports Football season starts tomorrow, and for some of you, it’s not just ego and bragging rights on the line. Ever since the Supreme Court allowed for sports betting outside of Nevada, the industry has seen major growth: It doubled in 2021 with over $57 billion wagered across the U.S. So what does that mean for Las Vegas? Yahoo sports betting analyst and Las Vegas local Minty (who goes by “Minty Bets” online) joins host Vogue Robinson to answer all of our most pressing and ridiculous questions about sports betting: What kind of prep does she have to do? Does sports betting ruin the experience of the game? Is Las Vegas still important in the ever-expanding world of sports-betting? And how can you tell when you’ve gone a little too far with the wagers? Football season starts tomorrow, and for some of you, it’s not just ego and bragging rights on the line. Ever since the Supreme Court allowed for sports betting outside of Nevada, the industry has seen major growth: It doubled in 2021 with over $57 billion wagered across the U.S. So what does that mean for Las Vegas?


Yahoo sports betting analyst and Las Vegas local Minty (who goes by “Minty Bets” online) joins host Vogue Robinson to answer all of our most pressing and ridiculous questions about sports betting: What kind of prep does she have to do? Does sports betting ruin the experience of the game? Is Las Vegas still important in the ever-expanding world of sports-betting? And how can you tell when you’ve gone a little too far with the wagers?

]]> 1222 The Latest on Monkeypox in Las Vegas https://lasvegas.citycast.fm/ Last month, CCSD confirmed their first Monkeypox case at Palo Verde High School. With Las Vegas being a global destination for tourism, how concerned should we be about Monkeypox? While our numbers remain low compared to the rest of the country, issues around messaging create a harmful stigma and false sense of safety for groups not included in the language. Southern Nevada Health District senior health educator Cheryl Radeloff talks with host Vogue Robinson about our case and vaccine numbers, the similarities in messaging with HIV/AIDS, and what we can to do protect ourselves. You can find the EPA's list of disinfectants for emerging viral pathogens here. Do you have more thoughts or questions about Monkeypox? A story to share? Tweet at us @CityCastVegas or leave us a voicemail or text 702-514-0719. Want more Vegas news? Make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter at lasvegas.citycast.fm/newsletter! Tue, 06 Sep 2022 13:00:00 -0000 The Latest on Monkeypox in Las Vegas full City Cast Addressing the stigma & how to stay safe Last month, CCSD confirmed their first Monkeypox case at Palo Verde High School. With Las Vegas being a global destination for tourism, how concerned should we be about Monkeypox? While our numbers remain low compared to the rest of the country, issues around messaging create a harmful stigma and false sense of safety for groups not included in the language. Southern Nevada Health District senior health educator Cheryl Radeloff talks with host Vogue Robinson about our case and vaccine numbers, the similarities in messaging with HIV/AIDS, and what we can to do protect ourselves. You can find the EPA's list of disinfectants for emerging viral pathogens here. Do you have more thoughts or questions about Monkeypox? A story to share? Tweet at us @CityCastVegas or leave us a voicemail or text 702-514-0719. Want more Vegas news? Make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter at lasvegas.citycast.fm/newsletter! Last month, CCSD confirmed their first Monkeypox case at Palo Verde High School. With Las Vegas being a global destination for tourism, how concerned should we be about Monkeypox? While our numbers remain low compared to the rest of the country, issues around messaging create a harmful stigma and false sense of safety for groups not included in the language. Southern Nevada Health District senior health educator Cheryl Radeloff talks with host Vogue Robinson about our case and vaccine numbers, the similarities in messaging with HIV/AIDS, and what we can to do protect ourselves.

You can find the EPA's list of disinfectants for emerging viral pathogens here.

Do you have more thoughts or questions about Monkeypox? A story to share? Tweet at us @CityCastVegas or leave us a voicemail or text 702-514-0719.

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]]> 1172 The Curious Test Case in NV’s “Black Book” https://lasvegas.citycast.fm Millennial content warning: We reference BOTH The Dark Crystal and the Mayor of Flavortown in today’s episode. But before that — in this week’s Friday roundup, lead producer Sonja Cho Swanson sits down with producer Layla Muhammad and host Dayvid Figler to discuss the most important news items to share at the BBQ this Labor Day weekend. A proposal from the Nevada Department of Corrections is on ice after Gov. Sisolak asks for more data on how restricting greeting cards and colored ink in mail would decrease the amount of contraband in prisons. Advocates say the proposal is anti-family and dehumanizing. With autumn at our doorstep, elections aren’t far behind. We take a deeper look at Question No. 3 on this year’s ballot and how the results in Alaska could give some insight on how Nevada’s elections could go in the future. Lastly, a new name in Nevada’s “Black Book” could open the floodgates for people restricted from casinos. Still confused about ranked choice voting? Want to share who YOU’D vote in as the Mayor of Flavortown? Let us know on Twitter @CityCastVegas or leave us a voicemail or text at 702-514-0719. Stay up to date on the news and goings-on about town with our brilliant morning newsletter! Sign up atlasvegas.citycast.fm/newsletter Fri, 02 Sep 2022 13:00:00 -0000 The Curious Test Case in NV’s “Black Book” full City Cast Some important news to talk about around the BBQ this Labor Day. Millennial content warning: We reference BOTH The Dark Crystal and the Mayor of Flavortown in today’s episode. But before that — in this week’s Friday roundup, lead producer Sonja Cho Swanson sits down with producer Layla Muhammad and host Dayvid Figler to discuss the most important news items to share at the BBQ this Labor Day weekend. A proposal from the Nevada Department of Corrections is on ice after Gov. Sisolak asks for more data on how restricting greeting cards and colored ink in mail would decrease the amount of contraband in prisons. Advocates say the proposal is anti-family and dehumanizing. With autumn at our doorstep, elections aren’t far behind. We take a deeper look at Question No. 3 on this year’s ballot and how the results in Alaska could give some insight on how Nevada’s elections could go in the future. Lastly, a new name in Nevada’s “Black Book” could open the floodgates for people restricted from casinos. Still confused about ranked choice voting? Want to share who YOU’D vote in as the Mayor of Flavortown? Let us know on Twitter @CityCastVegas or leave us a voicemail or text at 702-514-0719. Stay up to date on the news and goings-on about town with our brilliant morning newsletter! Sign up atlasvegas.citycast.fm/newsletter Millennial content warning: We reference BOTH The Dark Crystal and the Mayor of Flavortown in today’s episode. But before that — in this week’s Friday roundup, lead producer Sonja Cho Swanson sits down with producer Layla Muhammad and host Dayvid Figler to discuss the most important news items to share at the BBQ this Labor Day weekend. A proposal from the Nevada Department of Corrections is on ice after Gov. Sisolak asks for more data on how restricting greeting cards and colored ink in mail would decrease the amount of contraband in prisons. Advocates say the proposal is anti-family and dehumanizing. With autumn at our doorstep, elections aren’t far behind. We take a deeper look at Question No. 3 on this year’s ballot and how the results in Alaska could give some insight on how Nevada’s elections could go in the future. Lastly, a new name in Nevada’s “Black Book” could open the floodgates for people restricted from casinos.


Still confused about ranked choice voting? Want to share who YOU’D vote in as the Mayor of Flavortown? Let us know on Twitter @CityCastVegas or leave us a voicemail or text at 702-514-0719.


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]]> 1625 The Best Coffee Shops in Vegas https://lasvegas.citycast.fm Las Vegas doesn’t run on rum, tequila, or vodka — that’s tourist juice. Coffee’s the true lifeblood of our 24-hour city. Today on City Cast Las Vegas, Scott, Dayvid and Vogue talk about their favorite spots around town to get excellent brews, where to take a coffee date, and why a city needs a vibrant, healthy coffee scene. Did we miss your go-to coffee shop? Let us know at 702-514-0719 or tell us on Twitter @CityCastVegas!  For more Vegas tips, tricks, and thoughts, make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter at lasvegas.citycast.fm/newsletter!  Thu, 01 Sep 2022 13:00:00 -0000 The Best Coffee Shops in Vegas full City Cast Forget tequila — coffee’s the true lifeblood of our 24-hour city Las Vegas doesn’t run on rum, tequila, or vodka — that’s tourist juice. Coffee’s the true lifeblood of our 24-hour city. Today on City Cast Las Vegas, Scott, Dayvid and Vogue talk about their favorite spots around town to get excellent brews, where to take a coffee date, and why a city needs a vibrant, healthy coffee scene. Did we miss your go-to coffee shop? Let us know at 702-514-0719 or tell us on Twitter @CityCastVegas!  For more Vegas tips, tricks, and thoughts, make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter at lasvegas.citycast.fm/newsletter!  Las Vegas doesn’t run on rum, tequila, or vodka — that’s tourist juice. Coffee’s the true lifeblood of our 24-hour city. Today on City Cast Las Vegas, Scott, Dayvid and Vogue talk about their favorite spots around town to get excellent brews, where to take a coffee date, and why a city needs a vibrant, healthy coffee scene.


Did we miss your go-to coffee shop? Let us know at 702-514-0719 or tell us on Twitter @CityCastVegas! 


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]]> 872 Go To Ely, Las Vegans! No, Seriously. https://lasvegas.citycast.fm/ City Cast Las Vegas co-host Dayvid Figler has a decades-long friend in Anne Kellogg. Anne is a fiercely proud born-and-raised Nevadan, businessperson, an arts supporter, a ranch caretaker and maybe beyond all else, one of the biggest cheerleaders for Nevada you’ll ever meet. She and her husband spend much of the year bouncing between her hometown Las Vegas and her adopted city of Ely. With its plentiful charms, artistic endeavors and abundantly magnetic sights and sounds, Ely has become a favorite for Las Vegans. But are Las Vegas residents always welcome, and why don’t Ely residents seem to embrace much that comes from Las Vegas? In a State where blue cities and red rurals make us perpetual purple, is there still time to embrace "One Nevada?" Dayvid and Anne talk about the differences, the similarities and the causes of disconnect between two very different but both unique Nevada towns. Wed, 31 Aug 2022 13:00:00 -0000 Go To Ely, Las Vegans! No, Seriously. full City Cast Get out of the Vegas bubble and go see the rurals. City Cast Las Vegas co-host Dayvid Figler has a decades-long friend in Anne Kellogg. Anne is a fiercely proud born-and-raised Nevadan, businessperson, an arts supporter, a ranch caretaker and maybe beyond all else, one of the biggest cheerleaders for Nevada you’ll ever meet. She and her husband spend much of the year bouncing between her hometown Las Vegas and her adopted city of Ely. With its plentiful charms, artistic endeavors and abundantly magnetic sights and sounds, Ely has become a favorite for Las Vegans. But are Las Vegas residents always welcome, and why don’t Ely residents seem to embrace much that comes from Las Vegas? In a State where blue cities and red rurals make us perpetual purple, is there still time to embrace "One Nevada?" Dayvid and Anne talk about the differences, the similarities and the causes of disconnect between two very different but both unique Nevada towns. City Cast Las Vegas co-host Dayvid Figler has a decades-long friend in Anne Kellogg. Anne is a fiercely proud born-and-raised Nevadan, businessperson, an arts supporter, a ranch caretaker and maybe beyond all else, one of the biggest cheerleaders for Nevada you’ll ever meet. She and her husband spend much of the year bouncing between her hometown Las Vegas and her adopted city of Ely.

With its plentiful charms, artistic endeavors and abundantly magnetic sights and sounds, Ely has become a favorite for Las Vegans. But are Las Vegas residents always welcome, and why don’t Ely residents seem to embrace much that comes from Las Vegas? In a State where blue cities and red rurals make us perpetual purple, is there still time to embrace "One Nevada?"

Dayvid and Anne talk about the differences, the similarities and the causes of disconnect between two very different but both unique Nevada towns.

]]> 813 Why Are So Many Retirees Coming to Vegas? https://lasvegas.citycast.fm/ Amid the attention given to predictions in a recent UNLV study that valley’s population will grow by more than 1 million by 2060, another interesting trend seemed largely overlooked. That is, that the number of residents 65 and older is expected to more than double. Among other implications of this is a likely boom of the healthcare industry to cater to these seniors. Today on the podcast, host Vogue Robinson is joined by independent Medicare broker La’Chelle Buckner to discuss why Las Vegas is the new retirement Mecca and how the healthcare system works — or doesn't — for our aging populace. Tue, 30 Aug 2022 13:00:00 -0000 Why Are So Many Retirees Coming to Vegas? full City Cast Plus, how to get your Medicare sorted for the big move. Amid the attention given to predictions in a recent UNLV study that valley’s population will grow by more than 1 million by 2060, another interesting trend seemed largely overlooked. That is, that the number of residents 65 and older is expected to more than double. Among other implications of this is a likely boom of the healthcare industry to cater to these seniors. Today on the podcast, host Vogue Robinson is joined by independent Medicare broker La’Chelle Buckner to discuss why Las Vegas is the new retirement Mecca and how the healthcare system works — or doesn't — for our aging populace. Amid the attention given to predictions in a recent UNLV study that valley’s population will grow by more than 1 million by 2060, another interesting trend seemed largely overlooked. That is, that the number of residents 65 and older is expected to more than double. Among other implications of this is a likely boom of the healthcare industry to cater to these seniors. Today on the podcast, host Vogue Robinson is joined by independent Medicare broker La’Chelle Buckner to discuss why Las Vegas is the new retirement Mecca and how the healthcare system works — or doesn't — for our aging populace.

]]> 961 Answering "Dumb" Questions About Living in Las Vegas https://lasvegas.citycast.fm/ Las Vegas has shifted its slogan from “What happens in Vegas, stays in Vegas” to “What Happens Here, Only Happens Here.” Both slogans shroud our city in mystery and encourage outsiders to speculate about our culture. What happens when you tell someone you live in Vegas? You get a slew of ridiculous questions! Do you gamble everyday? Do you only eat at fancy restaurants? Can I get a job outside of a casino in daytime hours? City Cast CEO, David Plotz, lives in Washington, D.C., and hasn’t visited Vegas for almost 20 years! Today on the show he asks our hosts Dayvid Figler and Vogue Robinson a series of wild and ridiculous questions about Las Vegas. You might learn a bit more about the weird jobs people can have in town, plus a few fun places you’d actually want to take your kiddos. Mon, 29 Aug 2022 13:00:00 -0000 Answering "Dumb" Questions About Living in Las Vegas full City Cast Las Vegas has shifted its slogan from “What happens in Vegas, stays in Vegas” to “What Happens Here, Only Happens Here.” Both slogans shroud our city in mystery and encourage outsiders to speculate about our culture. What happens when you tell someone you live in Vegas? You get a slew of ridiculous questions! Do you gamble everyday? Do you only eat at fancy restaurants? Can I get a job outside of a casino in daytime hours? City Cast CEO, David Plotz, lives in Washington, D.C., and hasn’t visited Vegas for almost 20 years! Today on the show he asks our hosts Dayvid Figler and Vogue Robinson a series of wild and ridiculous questions about Las Vegas. You might learn a bit more about the weird jobs people can have in town, plus a few fun places you’d actually want to take your kiddos. Las Vegas has shifted its slogan from “What happens in Vegas, stays in Vegas” to “What Happens Here, Only Happens Here.” Both slogans shroud our city in mystery and encourage outsiders to speculate about our culture. What happens when you tell someone you live in Vegas? You get a slew of ridiculous questions! Do you gamble everyday? Do you only eat at fancy restaurants? Can I get a job outside of a casino in daytime hours?


City Cast CEO, David Plotz, lives in Washington, D.C., and hasn’t visited Vegas for almost 20 years! Today on the show he asks our hosts Dayvid Figler and Vogue Robinson a series of wild and ridiculous questions about Las Vegas. You might learn a bit more about the weird jobs people can have in town, plus a few fun places you’d actually want to take your kiddos.

]]> 1414 Is Vegas Really a “Cesspool of Crime”? https://lasvegas.citycast.fm/ In this Friday’s news roundup, the question of whether Vegas is a “cesspool of crime” as former president Trump claimed is debated yet again, but this time by our very own Dayvid Figler, Vogue Robinson, and Scott Dickensheets. Oh, and they’ve got some numbers! Also, what’s with that new megasculpture, “City,” and why haven’t any local outlets covered it yet? Plus, the team talks about how Lake Las Vegas ended up on the 2021 list of top Las Vegas valley water users. Hear more from Scott in our daily morning newsletter! You can sign up at lasvegas.citycast.fm/newsletter Fri, 26 Aug 2022 13:00:00 -0000 Is Vegas Really a “Cesspool of Crime”? full City Cast In this Friday’s news roundup, the question of whether Vegas is a “cesspool of crime” as former president Trump claimed is debated yet again, but this time by our very own Dayvid Figler, Vogue Robinson, and Scott Dickensheets. Oh, and they’ve got some numbers! Also, what’s with that new megasculpture, “City,” and why haven’t any local outlets covered it yet? Plus, the team talks about how Lake Las Vegas ended up on the 2021 list of top Las Vegas valley water users. Hear more from Scott in our daily morning newsletter! You can sign up at lasvegas.citycast.fm/newsletter In this Friday’s news roundup, the question of whether Vegas is a “cesspool of crime” as former president Trump claimed is debated yet again, but this time by our very own Dayvid Figler, Vogue Robinson, and Scott Dickensheets. Oh, and they’ve got some numbers! Also, what’s with that new megasculpture, “City,” and why haven’t any local outlets covered it yet? Plus, the team talks about how Lake Las Vegas ended up on the 2021 list of top Las Vegas valley water users.


Hear more from Scott in our daily morning newsletter! You can sign up at lasvegas.citycast.fm/newsletter

]]> 1652 Yes! You Can Drink The Tap Water, Says Water Smarts https://lasvegas.citycast.fm Everyone we know in the Valley has an opinion about water — so why not make it an informed opinion? You can start by listening to the highly informative and entertaining podcast Water Smarts, from the experts at the Southern Nevada Water Authority. You’ll get deep dives on topics like wastewater surveillance, tips on how to save water in your landscaping, and insights into our decades-long water crisis, straight from the source. Today, we’re sharing an episode of Water Smarts all about our tap water — yep, it’s safe to drink. Carolyn Faircloth, the Water Quality Laboratory Manager for the Southern Nevada Water Authority (SNWA), shares how she and her team test and monitor our drinking water to ensure high-quality water is delivered to your home or business every day. Hosts Crystal Zuelke and Bronson Mack talk water quality and how you can find out what’s in our water on episode 25 of Water Smarts Podcast, “Yes, you can drink the tap water.” Do you have feelings about the tap water in town? Got a burning tap water question? Leave us a voicemail or send us a text message at 702-514-0719. You can shoot us a tweet @CityCastVegas. Get more Vegas news, events, and whip-smart commentary in our morning newsletter at lasvegas.citycast.fm/newsletter— it’s the freshest thing in your inbox every morning, at 6 a.m. Thu, 25 Aug 2022 13:00:00 -0000 Yes! You Can Drink The Tap Water, Says Water Smarts full City Cast Even if you might not like how it tastes... Everyone we know in the Valley has an opinion about water — so why not make it an informed opinion? You can start by listening to the highly informative and entertaining podcast Water Smarts, from the experts at the Southern Nevada Water Authority. You’ll get deep dives on topics like wastewater surveillance, tips on how to save water in your landscaping, and insights into our decades-long water crisis, straight from the source. Today, we’re sharing an episode of Water Smarts all about our tap water — yep, it’s safe to drink. Carolyn Faircloth, the Water Quality Laboratory Manager for the Southern Nevada Water Authority (SNWA), shares how she and her team test and monitor our drinking water to ensure high-quality water is delivered to your home or business every day. Hosts Crystal Zuelke and Bronson Mack talk water quality and how you can find out what’s in our water on episode 25 of Water Smarts Podcast, “Yes, you can drink the tap water.” Do you have feelings about the tap water in town? Got a burning tap water question? Leave us a voicemail or send us a text message at 702-514-0719. You can shoot us a tweet @CityCastVegas. Get more Vegas news, events, and whip-smart commentary in our morning newsletter at lasvegas.citycast.fm/newsletter— it’s the freshest thing in your inbox every morning, at 6 a.m. Everyone we know in the Valley has an opinion about water — so why not make it an informed opinion? You can start by listening to the highly informative and entertaining podcast Water Smarts, from the experts at the Southern Nevada Water Authority. You’ll get deep dives on topics like wastewater surveillance, tips on how to save water in your landscaping, and insights into our decades-long water crisis, straight from the source.


Today, we’re sharing an episode of Water Smarts all about our tap water — yep, it’s safe to drink.


Carolyn Faircloth, the Water Quality Laboratory Manager for the Southern Nevada Water Authority (SNWA), shares how she and her team test and monitor our drinking water to ensure high-quality water is delivered to your home or business every day. Hosts Crystal Zuelke and Bronson Mack talk water quality and how you can find out what’s in our water on episode 25 of Water Smarts Podcast, “Yes, you can drink the tap water.”


Do you have feelings about the tap water in town? Got a burning tap water question? Leave us a voicemail or send us a text message at 702-514-0719. You can shoot us a tweet @CityCastVegas.


Get more Vegas news, events, and whip-smart commentary in our morning newsletter at lasvegas.citycast.fm/newsletter— it’s the freshest thing in your inbox every morning, at 6 a.m.

]]> 1793 Revisiting the Lorax of Las Vegas https://lasvegas.citycast.fm While our producers are taking a much-needed vacation, we’re revisiting one of our favorite City Cast Las Vegas interviews with the woman we’ve dubbed the Lorax of Las Vegas: Lisa Ortega, Master Arborist. This episode originally aired on June 14, 2022. Las Vegas is the fastest-warming city in the U.S. — and that's only made worse by the urban heat island effect, caused by dense concentrations of heat-trapping concrete, asphalt, glass, and steel. (Read more about Southern Nevada's extreme heat vulnerability on this site from RTC: Southern Nevada Strong.) The effect isn't evenly distributed: Our neighbors in the center and Eastside of the city see even higher temperatures from older infrastructure and more blacktop. This April, the City of Las Vegas announced a plan to plant 60,000 trees by 2025 to combat the city's extreme heat. In today's episode, the state’s only female Master Arborist and founder of the non-profit Nevada Plants, Lisa Ortega, joins host Dayvid Figler to discuss why trees are the answer to our heat problems, how this disproportionally affects communities of color, and why we might just be able to dub her the Lorax of Las Vegas. Do you have a favorite trees? Thoughts on our warming city? Leave us a voicemail or a text message at 702-514-0719. Or find us on Twitter @CityCastVegas and gives us your best hot take. Want more Vegas news, events, and snarky commentary? Make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter at lasvegas.citycast.fm/newsletter! Wed, 24 Aug 2022 13:00:00 -0000 Revisiting the Lorax of Las Vegas full City Cast Looking to the trees to solve Vegas' urban heat problem. While our producers are taking a much-needed vacation, we’re revisiting one of our favorite City Cast Las Vegas interviews with the woman we’ve dubbed the Lorax of Las Vegas: Lisa Ortega, Master Arborist. This episode originally aired on June 14, 2022. Las Vegas is the fastest-warming city in the U.S. — and that's only made worse by the urban heat island effect, caused by dense concentrations of heat-trapping concrete, asphalt, glass, and steel. (Read more about Southern Nevada's extreme heat vulnerability on this site from RTC: Southern Nevada Strong.) The effect isn't evenly distributed: Our neighbors in the center and Eastside of the city see even higher temperatures from older infrastructure and more blacktop. This April, the City of Las Vegas announced a plan to plant 60,000 trees by 2025 to combat the city's extreme heat. In today's episode, the state’s only female Master Arborist and founder of the non-profit Nevada Plants, Lisa Ortega, joins host Dayvid Figler to discuss why trees are the answer to our heat problems, how this disproportionally affects communities of color, and why we might just be able to dub her the Lorax of Las Vegas. Do you have a favorite trees? Thoughts on our warming city? Leave us a voicemail or a text message at 702-514-0719. Or find us on Twitter @CityCastVegas and gives us your best hot take. Want more Vegas news, events, and snarky commentary? Make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter at lasvegas.citycast.fm/newsletter! While our producers are taking a much-needed vacation, we’re revisiting one of our favorite City Cast Las Vegas interviews with the woman we’ve dubbed the Lorax of Las Vegas: Lisa Ortega, Master Arborist. This episode originally aired on June 14, 2022.


Las Vegas is the fastest-warming city in the U.S. — and that's only made worse by the urban heat island effect, caused by dense concentrations of heat-trapping concrete, asphalt, glass, and steel. (Read more about Southern Nevada's extreme heat vulnerability on this site from RTC: Southern Nevada Strong.) The effect isn't evenly distributed: Our neighbors in the center and Eastside of the city see even higher temperatures from older infrastructure and more blacktop.


This April, the City of Las Vegas announced a plan to plant 60,000 trees by 2025 to combat the city's extreme heat. In today's episode, the state’s only female Master Arborist and founder of the non-profit Nevada Plants, Lisa Ortega, joins host Dayvid Figler to discuss why trees are the answer to our heat problems, how this disproportionally affects communities of color, and why we might just be able to dub her the Lorax of Las Vegas.


Do you have a favorite trees? Thoughts on our warming city? Leave us a voicemail or a text message at 702-514-0719. Or find us on Twitter @CityCastVegas and gives us your best hot take.


Want more Vegas news, events, and snarky commentary? Make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter at lasvegas.citycast.fm/newsletter!

]]> 1114 Clean Air for East Las Vegas — And More Nevada Stories https://lasvegas.citycast.fm/ Today, we're bringing you a special guest episode from The Nevada Independent's podcast IndyMatters. (If you're not already listening to their show, do yourself a favor and go subscribe right now!) IndyMatters host and producer Joey Lovato joins our host, Dayvid Figler, to introduce the three segments he's sharing with us today: Indy reporter Carmen Landinger explores why East Las Vegas is disproportionately affected by poor air quality and what’s being done to combat that problem Reporter and co-host Jacob Solis talks with a Nevada State College professor, Jo Meuris, about her animated short she showed at Comic-Con, and a dream of hers realized Joey Lovato dives into the world of the Bristlecone Pine, one of the oldest living trees on the planet. He talks to experts James Woolsey and Gretchen Baker about what makes the trees unique, what we can learn from them and what threats they face. This segment was co-produced with Indy environment reporter Daniel Rothberg. Thoughts, ideas, questions? Leave us a voicemail or a text message at 702-514-0719. Or find us on Twitter @CityCastVegas. Want more Vegas news, events, and witty observations? Make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter at lasvegas.citycast.fm/newsletter! Tue, 23 Aug 2022 13:00:00 -0000 Clean Air for East Las Vegas — And More Nevada Stories full City Cast A special guest episode from our friends at IndyMatters! Today, we're bringing you a special guest episode from The Nevada Independent's podcast IndyMatters. (If you're not already listening to their show, do yourself a favor and go subscribe right now!) IndyMatters host and producer Joey Lovato joins our host, Dayvid Figler, to introduce the three segments he's sharing with us today: Indy reporter Carmen Landinger explores why East Las Vegas is disproportionately affected by poor air quality and what’s being done to combat that problem Reporter and co-host Jacob Solis talks with a Nevada State College professor, Jo Meuris, about her animated short she showed at Comic-Con, and a dream of hers realized Joey Lovato dives into the world of the Bristlecone Pine, one of the oldest living trees on the planet. He talks to experts James Woolsey and Gretchen Baker about what makes the trees unique, what we can learn from them and what threats they face. This segment was co-produced with Indy environment reporter Daniel Rothberg. Thoughts, ideas, questions? Leave us a voicemail or a text message at 702-514-0719. Or find us on Twitter @CityCastVegas. Want more Vegas news, events, and witty observations? Make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter at lasvegas.citycast.fm/newsletter! Today, we're bringing you a special guest episode from The Nevada Independent's podcast IndyMatters. (If you're not already listening to their show, do yourself a favor and go subscribe right now!) IndyMatters host and producer Joey Lovato joins our host, Dayvid Figler, to introduce the three segments he's sharing with us today:

  • Indy reporter Carmen Landinger explores why East Las Vegas is disproportionately affected by poor air quality and what’s being done to combat that problem
  • Reporter and co-host Jacob Solis talks with a Nevada State College professor, Jo Meuris, about her animated short she showed at Comic-Con, and a dream of hers realized
  • Joey Lovato dives into the world of the Bristlecone Pine, one of the oldest living trees on the planet. He talks to experts James Woolsey and Gretchen Baker about what makes the trees unique, what we can learn from them and what threats they face. This segment was co-produced with Indy environment reporter Daniel Rothberg.


Thoughts, ideas, questions? Leave us a voicemail or a text message at 702-514-0719. Or find us on Twitter @CityCastVegas.


Want more Vegas news, events, and witty observations? Make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter at lasvegas.citycast.fm/newsletter!

]]> 2039 Why is Clark County a Death Penalty Outlier? https://lasvegas.citycast.fm Clark County sentences more people to death than almost any other county in the nation — we come in fourth (fourth!)out of thousands. But as it turns out, we very rarely actually execute prisoners on death row. So why is that? Kim Foster, writer and friend of the pod, brought us this question when she saw the recent news about an 18 year old and a 20 year old facing the death penalty — would our county really put these young people to death? And if not, why seek the death penalty at all? Kim and lead producer Sonja Cho Swanson talk with host Dayvid Figler (a longtime criminal defense attorney) about how the death penalty is used in the Clark County courts, why it’s so easy to deploy here, and what justice might look like. Come for the knowledge, stay for the Baretta and Princess Bride references. Find Dayvid and Kim on Twitter at @OyVegas and @KimFosterNYC. We’re on Twitter too @CityCastVegas! Stay up to date with the latest Vegas news, hot takes, and events by signing up for our morning newsletter at lasvegas.citycast.fm/newsletter!  If you want to join the discussion, call or text us at 702-514-0719.  Mon, 22 Aug 2022 13:00:00 -0000 Why is Clark County a Death Penalty Outlier? full City Cast Teen faces death penalty charges but writer Kim Foster asks how can someone so young be society's "worst of worst"? Clark County sentences more people to death than almost any other county in the nation — we come in fourth (fourth!)out of thousands. But as it turns out, we very rarely actually execute prisoners on death row. So why is that? Kim Foster, writer and friend of the pod, brought us this question when she saw the recent news about an 18 year old and a 20 year old facing the death penalty — would our county really put these young people to death? And if not, why seek the death penalty at all? Kim and lead producer Sonja Cho Swanson talk with host Dayvid Figler (a longtime criminal defense attorney) about how the death penalty is used in the Clark County courts, why it’s so easy to deploy here, and what justice might look like. Come for the knowledge, stay for the Baretta and Princess Bride references. Find Dayvid and Kim on Twitter at @OyVegas and @KimFosterNYC. We’re on Twitter too @CityCastVegas! Stay up to date with the latest Vegas news, hot takes, and events by signing up for our morning newsletter at lasvegas.citycast.fm/newsletter!  If you want to join the discussion, call or text us at 702-514-0719.  Clark County sentences more people to death than almost any other county in the nation — we come in fourth (fourth!)out of thousands. But as it turns out, we very rarely actually execute prisoners on death row. So why is that? Kim Foster, writer and friend of the pod, brought us this question when she saw the recent news about an 18 year old and a 20 year old facing the death penalty — would our county really put these young people to death? And if not, why seek the death penalty at all?


Kim and lead producer Sonja Cho Swanson talk with host Dayvid Figler (a longtime criminal defense attorney) about how the death penalty is used in the Clark County courts, why it’s so easy to deploy here, and what justice might look like. Come for the knowledge, stay for the Baretta and Princess Bride references.


Find Dayvid and Kim on Twitter at @OyVegas and @KimFosterNYC.


We’re on Twitter too @CityCastVegas!


Stay up to date with the latest Vegas news, hot takes, and events by signing up for our morning newsletter at lasvegas.citycast.fm/newsletter! 


If you want to join the discussion, call or text us at 702-514-0719. 

]]> 1566 Is Las Vegas Ready for A Million More People?! https://lasvegas.citycast.fm/ On this week’s Friday news round up, the team laments over some of our small city’s big problems. Lead producer Sonja Cho Swanson wonders how the demographics of our city could change, after reading a UNLV study that says Las Vegas’ population will grow by over 1 million people by 2060. Host Dayvid Figler expresses concern over the lack of mental health professionals in our schools. Meanwhile, Producer Layla Muhammad shares her philosophy about parking in Las Vegas as a local after the city generously tosses us a few crumbs with new free lunchtime parking in the Arts District. Plus, our picks for who should be on Las Vegas’ Mt. Rushmore! Who would you put on your Las Vegas Mt. Rushmore? Leave us a voicemail at 702-514-0719 with your ridiculous, sleeper, and/or must-have picks! You can also complain about paid parking with us on Twitter @CityCastVegas. Make sure to also sign up for our morning newsletter at lasvegas.citycast.fm/newsletter!  Fri, 19 Aug 2022 13:00:00 -0000 Is Las Vegas Ready for A Million More People?! full City Cast ...and more news from around the city. On this week’s Friday news round up, the team laments over some of our small city’s big problems. Lead producer Sonja Cho Swanson wonders how the demographics of our city could change, after reading a UNLV study that says Las Vegas’ population will grow by over 1 million people by 2060. Host Dayvid Figler expresses concern over the lack of mental health professionals in our schools. Meanwhile, Producer Layla Muhammad shares her philosophy about parking in Las Vegas as a local after the city generously tosses us a few crumbs with new free lunchtime parking in the Arts District. Plus, our picks for who should be on Las Vegas’ Mt. Rushmore! Who would you put on your Las Vegas Mt. Rushmore? Leave us a voicemail at 702-514-0719 with your ridiculous, sleeper, and/or must-have picks! You can also complain about paid parking with us on Twitter @CityCastVegas. Make sure to also sign up for our morning newsletter at lasvegas.citycast.fm/newsletter!  On this week’s Friday news round up, the team laments over some of our small city’s big problems. Lead producer Sonja Cho Swanson wonders how the demographics of our city could change, after reading a UNLV study that says Las Vegas’ population will grow by over 1 million people by 2060. Host Dayvid Figler expresses concern over the lack of mental health professionals in our schools. Meanwhile, Producer Layla Muhammad shares her philosophy about parking in Las Vegas as a local after the city generously tosses us a few crumbs with new free lunchtime parking in the Arts District. Plus, our picks for who should be on Las Vegas’ Mt. Rushmore!


Who would you put on your Las Vegas Mt. Rushmore? Leave us a voicemail at 702-514-0719 with your ridiculous, sleeper, and/or must-have picks!


You can also complain about paid parking with us on Twitter @CityCastVegas.


Make sure to also sign up for our morning newsletter at lasvegas.citycast.fm/newsletter! 

]]> 1565 Cold Drinks & Hot Takes With Food Writer Johnathan Wright https://lasvegas.citycast.fm Food writer Johnathan Wright has had his eye on Las Vegas for a long time — so when longtime Review-Journal food writer Heidi Knapp Rinella retired earlier this year, he jumped at the opportunity. Host Vogue Robinson sits down with Johnathan to chat about his first impressions of the Vegas food scene, his favorite martini in town (so far), and why he can’t find a good slice of pizza here (yet). We dig into meatier topics, too: Why do so many Americans assume that Chinese, Thai and Mexican food has to be cheap? And can you really separate the art from the artist when it comes to restaurants and troubling chefs at their helm? If you know where Johnathan can find a good New York slice in town, give us the deets! Leave us a voicemail or send us a text at 702-514-0719. We’re on Twitter, too! @CityCastVegas Want more Vegas news, events, and spicy-hot takes? Make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter at lasvegas.citycast.fm/newsletter! Thu, 18 Aug 2022 13:00:00 -0000 Cold Drinks & Hot Takes With Food Writer Johnathan Wright full City Cast There's a new food writer in town! Food writer Johnathan Wright has had his eye on Las Vegas for a long time — so when longtime Review-Journal food writer Heidi Knapp Rinella retired earlier this year, he jumped at the opportunity. Host Vogue Robinson sits down with Johnathan to chat about his first impressions of the Vegas food scene, his favorite martini in town (so far), and why he can’t find a good slice of pizza here (yet). We dig into meatier topics, too: Why do so many Americans assume that Chinese, Thai and Mexican food has to be cheap? And can you really separate the art from the artist when it comes to restaurants and troubling chefs at their helm? If you know where Johnathan can find a good New York slice in town, give us the deets! Leave us a voicemail or send us a text at 702-514-0719. We’re on Twitter, too! @CityCastVegas Want more Vegas news, events, and spicy-hot takes? Make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter at lasvegas.citycast.fm/newsletter! Food writer Johnathan Wright has had his eye on Las Vegas for a long time — so when longtime Review-Journal food writer Heidi Knapp Rinella retired earlier this year, he jumped at the opportunity. Host Vogue Robinson sits down with Johnathan to chat about his first impressions of the Vegas food scene, his favorite martini in town (so far), and why he can’t find a good slice of pizza here (yet). We dig into meatier topics, too: Why do so many Americans assume that Chinese, Thai and Mexican food has to be cheap? And can you really separate the art from the artist when it comes to restaurants and troubling chefs at their helm?


If you know where Johnathan can find a good New York slice in town, give us the deets! Leave us a voicemail or send us a text at 702-514-0719. We’re on Twitter, too! @CityCastVegas


Want more Vegas news, events, and spicy-hot takes? Make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter at lasvegas.citycast.fm/newsletter!

]]> 1222 Did the Mob Dump Those Human Bodies in Lake Mead? https://lasvegas.citycast.fm/ On Monday evening, human remains were found at Lake Mead’s Swim Beach. This is the fifth body found by visitors since May and the second at Swim Beach. These discoveries come in the wake of water levels reaching their lowest point since the reservoir was being filled in 1937. Officials have yet to identify the victims, but that isn’t stopping Las Vegas from buzzing with speculation, curiosity… and tactless billboards. Given our infamous history with organized crime, it’s no surprise that people have been bursting with theories about their connection to the mob. Today, host Vogue Robinson chats with Geoff Schumacher, Vice President of Exhibits and Programs for The Mob Museum. They discuss why most of these theories relate to the mob, why they may or may not be true, and what Las Vegans aren’t thinking about as we romanticize the mob’s involvement. Do you have a wild Lake Mead story? Call or text us at 702-514-0719 or find us on Twitter @CityCastVegas Make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter for updates on all things Vegas at lasvegas.citycast.fm/newsletter! Wed, 17 Aug 2022 13:00:00 -0000 Did the Mob Dump Those Human Bodies in Lake Mead? full City Cast And why are we so quick to cry "mob?" On Monday evening, human remains were found at Lake Mead’s Swim Beach. This is the fifth body found by visitors since May and the second at Swim Beach. These discoveries come in the wake of water levels reaching their lowest point since the reservoir was being filled in 1937. Officials have yet to identify the victims, but that isn’t stopping Las Vegas from buzzing with speculation, curiosity… and tactless billboards. Given our infamous history with organized crime, it’s no surprise that people have been bursting with theories about their connection to the mob. Today, host Vogue Robinson chats with Geoff Schumacher, Vice President of Exhibits and Programs for The Mob Museum. They discuss why most of these theories relate to the mob, why they may or may not be true, and what Las Vegans aren’t thinking about as we romanticize the mob’s involvement. Do you have a wild Lake Mead story? Call or text us at 702-514-0719 or find us on Twitter @CityCastVegas Make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter for updates on all things Vegas at lasvegas.citycast.fm/newsletter! On Monday evening, human remains were found at Lake Mead’s Swim Beach. This is the fifth body found by visitors since May and the second at Swim Beach. These discoveries come in the wake of water levels reaching their lowest point since the reservoir was being filled in 1937. Officials have yet to identify the victims, but that isn’t stopping Las Vegas from buzzing with speculation, curiosity… and tactless billboards. Given our infamous history with organized crime, it’s no surprise that people have been bursting with theories about their connection to the mob.


Today, host Vogue Robinson chats with Geoff Schumacher, Vice President of Exhibits and Programs for The Mob Museum. They discuss why most of these theories relate to the mob, why they may or may not be true, and what Las Vegans aren’t thinking about as we romanticize the mob’s involvement.


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]]> 1240 What’s Inside That “Melted” Building Downtown? https://lasvegas.citycast.fm You’ve probably driven past this swirly, swooped steel structure on Bonneville across from the outlet mall. It’s also all over social media every summer: “Hey, Vegas is so hot, this building melted!” You might even know that it’s officially titled the Cleveland Clinic Lou Ruvo Center for Brain Health — but as it turns out, none of the theories we’ve heard about its origins (modeled after a brain, fashioned after sand dunes, and certainly not actually melted) are true. Here to share the true story behind the building is Director Dr. Dylan Wint, who’s been with the Center since it opened in 2010. As it turns out, famed architect Frank Gehry didn’t want to build anything in Las Vegas — but something changed his mind. Host Vogue Robinson and Dr. Wint talk about the origins of the building, the research and care that happens inside, and why Las Vegas so desperately needed the Lou Ruvo Center for Brain Health. Have you been to the Lou Ruvo Center? Do you have a “what’s that building” episode idea? Leave us a voicemail or send us a text at 702-514-0719, or email us as lasvegas@citycast.fm. You can always shoot us a note on Twitter, too: @CityCastVegas For even more Vegas news, events and fun times, sign up for our brilliant morning newsletter at lasvegas.citycast.fm/newsletter! Tue, 16 Aug 2022 13:00:00 -0000 What’s Inside That “Melted” Building Downtown? full City Cast The one building that Frank Gehry agreed to build in Las Vegas. You’ve probably driven past this swirly, swooped steel structure on Bonneville across from the outlet mall. It’s also all over social media every summer: “Hey, Vegas is so hot, this building melted!” You might even know that it’s officially titled the Cleveland Clinic Lou Ruvo Center for Brain Health — but as it turns out, none of the theories we’ve heard about its origins (modeled after a brain, fashioned after sand dunes, and certainly not actually melted) are true. Here to share the true story behind the building is Director Dr. Dylan Wint, who’s been with the Center since it opened in 2010. As it turns out, famed architect Frank Gehry didn’t want to build anything in Las Vegas — but something changed his mind. Host Vogue Robinson and Dr. Wint talk about the origins of the building, the research and care that happens inside, and why Las Vegas so desperately needed the Lou Ruvo Center for Brain Health. Have you been to the Lou Ruvo Center? Do you have a “what’s that building” episode idea? Leave us a voicemail or send us a text at 702-514-0719, or email us as lasvegas@citycast.fm. You can always shoot us a note on Twitter, too: @CityCastVegas For even more Vegas news, events and fun times, sign up for our brilliant morning newsletter at lasvegas.citycast.fm/newsletter! You’ve probably driven past this swirly, swooped steel structure on Bonneville across from the outlet mall. It’s also all over social media every summer: “Hey, Vegas is so hot, this building melted!” You might even know that it’s officially titled the Cleveland Clinic Lou Ruvo Center for Brain Health — but as it turns out, none of the theories we’ve heard about its origins (modeled after a brain, fashioned after sand dunes, and certainly not actually melted) are true.


Here to share the true story behind the building is Director Dr. Dylan Wint, who’s been with the Center since it opened in 2010. As it turns out, famed architect Frank Gehry didn’t want to build anything in Las Vegas — but something changed his mind. Host Vogue Robinson and Dr. Wint talk about the origins of the building, the research and care that happens inside, and why Las Vegas so desperately needed the Lou Ruvo Center for Brain Health.


Have you been to the Lou Ruvo Center? Do you have a “what’s that building” episode idea? Leave us a voicemail or send us a text at 702-514-0719, or email us as lasvegas@citycast.fm. You can always shoot us a note on Twitter, too: @CityCastVegas


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]]> 1277 The Jail Chaplain Who Changed Thousands of Lives https://lasvegas.citycast.fm The pews were filled with the who’s who of the Las Vegas legal world last Thursday, from politicians to police officers, criminal defense attorneys, and more — all for a “tiny, fierce” woman named Bonnie Polley, who was Clark County Detention Center’s first chaplain. In this remembrance from host Dayvid Figler (himself a criminal defense attorney who knew Pastor Bonnie for many years), he describes her impact in the community and how her unique role enabled her to humanize people on all sides of the aisle in an all-too-often dehumanizing system. Did you know Pastor Bonnie Polley, or have stories from those impacted by her advocacy work? Leave us a voicemail or a text message at 702-514-0719, or send us a tweet @CityCastVegas. For even more Vegas news, events, and commentary, make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter at lasvegas.citycast.fm/newsletter! Mon, 15 Aug 2022 13:00:00 -0000 The Jail Chaplain Who Changed Thousands of Lives full City Cast Remembering Clark County Detention Center’s Chaplain Pastor Bonnie Polley The pews were filled with the who’s who of the Las Vegas legal world last Thursday, from politicians to police officers, criminal defense attorneys, and more — all for a “tiny, fierce” woman named Bonnie Polley, who was Clark County Detention Center’s first chaplain. In this remembrance from host Dayvid Figler (himself a criminal defense attorney who knew Pastor Bonnie for many years), he describes her impact in the community and how her unique role enabled her to humanize people on all sides of the aisle in an all-too-often dehumanizing system. Did you know Pastor Bonnie Polley, or have stories from those impacted by her advocacy work? Leave us a voicemail or a text message at 702-514-0719, or send us a tweet @CityCastVegas. For even more Vegas news, events, and commentary, make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter at lasvegas.citycast.fm/newsletter! The pews were filled with the who’s who of the Las Vegas legal world last Thursday, from politicians to police officers, criminal defense attorneys, and more — all for a “tiny, fierce” woman named Bonnie Polley, who was Clark County Detention Center’s first chaplain. In this remembrance from host Dayvid Figler (himself a criminal defense attorney who knew Pastor Bonnie for many years), he describes her impact in the community and how her unique role enabled her to humanize people on all sides of the aisle in an all-too-often dehumanizing system.


Did you know Pastor Bonnie Polley, or have stories from those impacted by her advocacy work? Leave us a voicemail or a text message at 702-514-0719, or send us a tweet @CityCastVegas.


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]]> 804 To Hate or Not to Hate Monsoon Season https://lasvegas.citycast.fm Oh hello, Friday friends — if you’re here for hot takes and cool dad jokes, you’re in the right place. In this Friday roundup of the news, Layla, Scott and Sonja discuss the pros (smell of desert rain, Lake Mead gains 3 inches) and cons(uh, majorly destructive flood damage) of monsoon season and the wreckage in Death Valley. (Do we hate to love it? Love to hate it? Who can say.) Next up, the first week of school is coming to a close, and the students in our families fill us in on the general vibe. Word on the street is that some classrooms are so crowded, some students are sitting on the floors. Whoa.  We also discuss an investigation from the R-J about an affordable housing program that’s coming to a sudden end… just as rents are peaking in the Valley. (Didn’t Nevada just get $500 million to create and preserve affordable housing? AHEM.) Last but not least, we name our Vegas residency dream tickets. Stay tuned to hear about the heavy metal band we’re forming, called Petrichor, after the smell of desert rain. *insert melodic screaming here* Do you have a hot take on our hot takes? A dad joke to usurp our dad jokes? Send ‘em our way on Twitter @CityCastVegas or leave us a voicemail or a text at 702-514-0719. (We might even play the best ones on the pod!) If you like what you hear, you can get even more Vegas news (and even more Scott!) in our morning newsletter: Sign up at lasvegas.citycast.fm/newsletter. Fri, 12 Aug 2022 13:00:00 -0000 To Hate or Not to Hate Monsoon Season full City Cast For this Friday's round up, the staff discusses Las Vegas' monsoon season, school starting, and the end of an affordable housing program. Oh hello, Friday friends — if you’re here for hot takes and cool dad jokes, you’re in the right place. In this Friday roundup of the news, Layla, Scott and Sonja discuss the pros (smell of desert rain, Lake Mead gains 3 inches) and cons(uh, majorly destructive flood damage) of monsoon season and the wreckage in Death Valley. (Do we hate to love it? Love to hate it? Who can say.) Next up, the first week of school is coming to a close, and the students in our families fill us in on the general vibe. Word on the street is that some classrooms are so crowded, some students are sitting on the floors. Whoa.  We also discuss an investigation from the R-J about an affordable housing program that’s coming to a sudden end… just as rents are peaking in the Valley. (Didn’t Nevada just get $500 million to create and preserve affordable housing? AHEM.) Last but not least, we name our Vegas residency dream tickets. Stay tuned to hear about the heavy metal band we’re forming, called Petrichor, after the smell of desert rain. *insert melodic screaming here* Do you have a hot take on our hot takes? A dad joke to usurp our dad jokes? Send ‘em our way on Twitter @CityCastVegas or leave us a voicemail or a text at 702-514-0719. (We might even play the best ones on the pod!) If you like what you hear, you can get even more Vegas news (and even more Scott!) in our morning newsletter: Sign up at lasvegas.citycast.fm/newsletter. Oh hello, Friday friends — if you’re here for hot takes and cool dad jokes, you’re in the right place. In this Friday roundup of the news, Layla, Scott and Sonja discuss the pros (smell of desert rain, Lake Mead gains 3 inches) and cons(uh, majorly destructive flood damage) of monsoon season and the wreckage in Death Valley. (Do we hate to love it? Love to hate it? Who can say.) Next up, the first week of school is coming to a close, and the students in our families fill us in on the general vibe. Word on the street is that some classrooms are so crowded, some students are sitting on the floors. Whoa. 


We also discuss an investigation from the R-J about an affordable housing program that’s coming to a sudden end… just as rents are peaking in the Valley. (Didn’t Nevada just get $500 million to create and preserve affordable housing? AHEM.) Last but not least, we name our Vegas residency dream tickets. Stay tuned to hear about the heavy metal band we’re forming, called Petrichor, after the smell of desert rain. *insert melodic screaming here*


Do you have a hot take on our hot takes? A dad joke to usurp our dad jokes? Send ‘em our way on Twitter @CityCastVegas or leave us a voicemail or a text at 702-514-0719. (We might even play the best ones on the pod!)


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]]> 1298 Could This Be Nevada’s Next National Monument? https://lasvegas.citycast.fm/ Avi Kwa Ame is the Mojave name for Spirit Mountain and the surrounding landscape, which is sacred to over 12 Indigenous tribes. In February, Representative Dina Titus introduced a bill to designate Avi Kwa Ame as a national monument that would protect the area for cultural and recreational purposes. There hasn't been any legislative action on the bill since it was filed, so advocates are looking to President Biden to sign a presidential decree to protect the lands. The Conservation Lands Foundation works with advocates to hold the Bureau of Land Management accountable and works to secure the safety of Avi Kwa Ame. Associate Program Director Bertha Gutierrez sits down with Host Vogue Robinson to explain its importance to Indigenous tribes, why they are working towards a national monument designation, and how this would benefit all of us. Have you been to Avi Kwa Ame? What do you think about the monument proposal? Leave us a message or send us a text at 702-514-0719, or tweet at us @CityCastVegas. Want more Vegas news? Make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter at lasvegas.citycast.fm/newsletter! Thu, 11 Aug 2022 13:00:00 -0000 Could This Be Nevada’s Next National Monument? full City Cast Oh give me a home, where the tortoises roam, where the sheep and the jackrabbits plaaaayyyy... Avi Kwa Ame is the Mojave name for Spirit Mountain and the surrounding landscape, which is sacred to over 12 Indigenous tribes. In February, Representative Dina Titus introduced a bill to designate Avi Kwa Ame as a national monument that would protect the area for cultural and recreational purposes. There hasn't been any legislative action on the bill since it was filed, so advocates are looking to President Biden to sign a presidential decree to protect the lands. The Conservation Lands Foundation works with advocates to hold the Bureau of Land Management accountable and works to secure the safety of Avi Kwa Ame. Associate Program Director Bertha Gutierrez sits down with Host Vogue Robinson to explain its importance to Indigenous tribes, why they are working towards a national monument designation, and how this would benefit all of us. Have you been to Avi Kwa Ame? What do you think about the monument proposal? Leave us a message or send us a text at 702-514-0719, or tweet at us @CityCastVegas. Want more Vegas news? Make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter at lasvegas.citycast.fm/newsletter! Avi Kwa Ame is the Mojave name for Spirit Mountain and the surrounding landscape, which is sacred to over 12 Indigenous tribes. In February, Representative Dina Titus introduced a bill to designate Avi Kwa Ame as a national monument that would protect the area for cultural and recreational purposes. There hasn't been any legislative action on the bill since it was filed, so advocates are looking to President Biden to sign a presidential decree to protect the lands.


The Conservation Lands Foundation works with advocates to hold the Bureau of Land Management accountable and works to secure the safety of Avi Kwa Ame. Associate Program Director Bertha Gutierrez sits down with Host Vogue Robinson to explain its importance to Indigenous tribes, why they are working towards a national monument designation, and how this would benefit all of us.


Have you been to Avi Kwa Ame? What do you think about the monument proposal? Leave us a message or send us a text at 702-514-0719, or tweet at us @CityCastVegas.


Want more Vegas news? Make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter at lasvegas.citycast.fm/newsletter!

]]> 1246 Why Are We Still Fighting Over Red Rock? https://lasvegas.citycast.fm/ When it comes to local mottos, we've got a few: #VegasStrong, "What happens here, stays here," and "it's a dry heat." Over the last couple decades, some locals have added "Save Red Rock" to their list. That's because the legal fights over where, how, and whether to develop near Red Rock Canyon National Conservation Area have become long-term, entrenched battles. The Nevada Independent's environment reporter Daniel Rothberg recently wrote an in-depth investigative piece detailing the latest twists and turns in developer Jim Rhodes' lawsuit against the county, which he claims has stalled his plans to construct a high-density residential development abutting the park. Daniel joins us today to help us put this lawsuit (and development around Red Rock, broadly) into context: What makes a project like Rhodes' different from, say, the construction at Bonnie Springs? Why should we care about the impact of a road through the desert? And who gets to make decisions about the lands bordering our national conservation areas? Wed, 10 Aug 2022 13:00:00 -0000 Why Are We Still Fighting Over Red Rock? full City Cast The legal battles over construction near the national conservation area continue. When it comes to local mottos, we've got a few: #VegasStrong, "What happens here, stays here," and "it's a dry heat." Over the last couple decades, some locals have added "Save Red Rock" to their list. That's because the legal fights over where, how, and whether to develop near Red Rock Canyon National Conservation Area have become long-term, entrenched battles. The Nevada Independent's environment reporter Daniel Rothberg recently wrote an in-depth investigative piece detailing the latest twists and turns in developer Jim Rhodes' lawsuit against the county, which he claims has stalled his plans to construct a high-density residential development abutting the park. Daniel joins us today to help us put this lawsuit (and development around Red Rock, broadly) into context: What makes a project like Rhodes' different from, say, the construction at Bonnie Springs? Why should we care about the impact of a road through the desert? And who gets to make decisions about the lands bordering our national conservation areas? When it comes to local mottos, we've got a few: #VegasStrong, "What happens here, stays here," and "it's a dry heat." Over the last couple decades, some locals have added "Save Red Rock" to their list. That's because the legal fights over where, how, and whether to develop near Red Rock Canyon National Conservation Area have become long-term, entrenched battles. The Nevada Independent's environment reporter Daniel Rothberg recently wrote an in-depth investigative piece detailing the latest twists and turns in developer Jim Rhodes' lawsuit against the county, which he claims has stalled his plans to construct a high-density residential development abutting the park.

Daniel joins us today to help us put this lawsuit (and development around Red Rock, broadly) into context: What makes a project like Rhodes' different from, say, the construction at Bonnie Springs? Why should we care about the impact of a road through the desert? And who gets to make decisions about the lands bordering our national conservation areas?

]]> 1279 Why Homelessness is Up in Southern Nevada https://lasvegas.citycast.fm Contributor Michael Lyle, a reporter at the Nevada Current, joins us today to talk about the results of the Valley’s latest homeless census — we’re seeing the largest uptick in homelessness since 2019. That’s not surprising, Michael explains, since we’re also in the midst of soaring rents (which, despite some reports of cooling, is still nearly 25% more expensive than it was in 2019). In fact, Michael points to research showing that a $100 increase in median rent is associated with a 9% increase in homelessness. So what’s a Valley to do about it, and is relief on the way any time soon? Read Michael Lyle's full report on nevadacurrent.com. Want more Vegas news? Make sure to sign up for our amazingly witty morning newsletter at lasvegas.citycast.fm/newsletter!  Find us on Twitter @CityCastVegas Have you been negatively impacted by an increase in rent? Leave us a voicemail at 702-514-0719.  Tue, 09 Aug 2022 13:00:00 -0000 Why Homelessness is Up in Southern Nevada full City Cast Nevada Current reporter and contributor Michael Lyle explains how rising rents and an increase in homelessness are connected. Contributor Michael Lyle, a reporter at the Nevada Current, joins us today to talk about the results of the Valley’s latest homeless census — we’re seeing the largest uptick in homelessness since 2019. That’s not surprising, Michael explains, since we’re also in the midst of soaring rents (which, despite some reports of cooling, is still nearly 25% more expensive than it was in 2019). In fact, Michael points to research showing that a $100 increase in median rent is associated with a 9% increase in homelessness. So what’s a Valley to do about it, and is relief on the way any time soon? Read Michael Lyle's full report on nevadacurrent.com. Want more Vegas news? Make sure to sign up for our amazingly witty morning newsletter at lasvegas.citycast.fm/newsletter!  Find us on Twitter @CityCastVegas Have you been negatively impacted by an increase in rent? Leave us a voicemail at 702-514-0719.  Contributor Michael Lyle, a reporter at the Nevada Current, joins us today to talk about the results of the Valley’s latest homeless census — we’re seeing the largest uptick in homelessness since 2019. That’s not surprising, Michael explains, since we’re also in the midst of soaring rents (which, despite some reports of cooling, is still nearly 25% more expensive than it was in 2019). In fact, Michael points to research showing that a $100 increase in median rent is associated with a 9% increase in homelessness. So what’s a Valley to do about it, and is relief on the way any time soon?


Read Michael Lyle's full report on nevadacurrent.com.


Want more Vegas news? Make sure to sign up for our amazingly witty morning newsletter at lasvegas.citycast.fm/newsletter! 


Find us on Twitter @CityCastVegas


Have you been negatively impacted by an increase in rent? Leave us a voicemail at 702-514-0719. 

]]> 1300 Gambling Revenue is Booming — At What Cost? The pandemic floodgates have opened, and gambling is hot hot HOT once again. Southern Nevada is raking in months upon months of record-breaking gambling revenue. Reid International Airport saw its busiest month ever in June. And gambling influencers are apparently a thing now — the Plaza debuted an influencer-themed slot machine last month, making a play for the screen-addicted millennial generation. But with the highs come the lows, and host Dayvid Figler knows a thing or two about the low-lows that come with problem gambling: He helped create a diversion court to keep those suffering from gambling addiction out of prison and get them into treatment. So how do you figure out if you, or your friend, or your Uncle Benny, has a gambling problem? And what can families, casinos, and our government do about it? For more resources on problem gambling, visit the Nevada Council on Problem Gambling, or call their confidential 24-hour hotline at 1-800-522-4700. You can also start the conversation with yourself: Take the 20-question problem gambling questionnaire here. Do you have thoughts, questions, or ideas for us? Leave us a voicemail or send us a text at 702-514-0719. You can go find us on the ol’ bird app too — tweet at us: @CityCastVegas And last but never least, get more Vegas news, events, mutterings and musings in our daily morning newsletter. Sign up at lasvegas.citycast.fm/newsletter! Mon, 08 Aug 2022 13:00:00 -0000 Gambling Revenue is Booming — At What Cost? full City Cast Plus: How to spot problem gambling, and what to do about it The pandemic floodgates have opened, and gambling is hot hot HOT once again. Southern Nevada is raking in months upon months of record-breaking gambling revenue. Reid International Airport saw its busiest month ever in June. And gambling influencers are apparently a thing now — the Plaza debuted an influencer-themed slot machine last month, making a play for the screen-addicted millennial generation. But with the highs come the lows, and host Dayvid Figler knows a thing or two about the low-lows that come with problem gambling: He helped create a diversion court to keep those suffering from gambling addiction out of prison and get them into treatment. So how do you figure out if you, or your friend, or your Uncle Benny, has a gambling problem? And what can families, casinos, and our government do about it? For more resources on problem gambling, visit the Nevada Council on Problem Gambling, or call their confidential 24-hour hotline at 1-800-522-4700. You can also start the conversation with yourself: Take the 20-question problem gambling questionnaire here. Do you have thoughts, questions, or ideas for us? Leave us a voicemail or send us a text at 702-514-0719. You can go find us on the ol’ bird app too — tweet at us: @CityCastVegas And last but never least, get more Vegas news, events, mutterings and musings in our daily morning newsletter. Sign up at lasvegas.citycast.fm/newsletter! The pandemic floodgates have opened, and gambling is hot hot HOT once again. Southern Nevada is raking in months upon months of record-breaking gambling revenue. Reid International Airport saw its busiest month ever in June. And gambling influencers are apparently a thing now — the Plaza debuted an influencer-themed slot machine last month, making a play for the screen-addicted millennial generation.


But with the highs come the lows, and host Dayvid Figler knows a thing or two about the low-lows that come with problem gambling: He helped create a diversion court to keep those suffering from gambling addiction out of prison and get them into treatment. So how do you figure out if you, or your friend, or your Uncle Benny, has a gambling problem? And what can families, casinos, and our government do about it?


For more resources on problem gambling, visit the Nevada Council on Problem Gambling, or call their confidential 24-hour hotline at 1-800-522-4700. You can also start the conversation with yourself: Take the 20-question problem gambling questionnaire here.


Do you have thoughts, questions, or ideas for us? Leave us a voicemail or send us a text at 702-514-0719. You can go find us on the ol’ bird app too — tweet at us: @CityCastVegas


And last but never least, get more Vegas news, events, mutterings and musings in our daily morning newsletter. Sign up at lasvegas.citycast.fm/newsletter!

]]> 1583 Attack of the 50-Foot Showgirls (and Other Vegas Horrors) https://lasvegas.citycast.fm/ Today, hosts Vogue Robinson and Dayvid Figler, along with lead producer Sonja Cho Swanson, indulge in the cleansing fires of RAAAAGE: Cuz there’s so much rage-inducing news this week! First up, we talk about the new 50-foot showgirl signs planned for the entrance to the Arts District (spoiler: Dayvid compares them to “clip art”). Then it’s on to the Clark County Commission’s recent unanimous vote to expand an “order out” ordinance on the Strip: Now anyone with convicted of any crime can be ordered out of the area, and could face a misdemeanor arrest for violating the rule. Oh, and don’t forget RAGE item three: The results of a recent House committee investigation were released last week, and Siegel Suites (the subject of our episode on Pinkbox Doughnuts) were found to use egregiously underhanded tactics to evict tenants before, during, and after the moratorium on evictions — even those whose rental relief applications were underway. Don’t worry, we end on a sweet note: Bacon milkshakes, puppies, and art gallery openings. Come along for the emotional rollercoaster! What’s got your goat in this week of news? Do you actually love the showgirls and are we off the mark? Let us know! Leave us a voicemail or send us a text at 702-514-0719. Or send us a tweet @CityCastVegas. For even more Vegas news, events, and less rage + more snark (we promise), make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter at lasvegas.citycast.fm/newsletter! Fri, 05 Aug 2022 13:00:00 -0000 Attack of the 50-Foot Showgirls (and Other Vegas Horrors) full City Cast All the news that's fit to rant (about) Today, hosts Vogue Robinson and Dayvid Figler, along with lead producer Sonja Cho Swanson, indulge in the cleansing fires of RAAAAGE: Cuz there’s so much rage-inducing news this week! First up, we talk about the new 50-foot showgirl signs planned for the entrance to the Arts District (spoiler: Dayvid compares them to “clip art”). Then it’s on to the Clark County Commission’s recent unanimous vote to expand an “order out” ordinance on the Strip: Now anyone with convicted of any crime can be ordered out of the area, and could face a misdemeanor arrest for violating the rule. Oh, and don’t forget RAGE item three: The results of a recent House committee investigation were released last week, and Siegel Suites (the subject of our episode on Pinkbox Doughnuts) were found to use egregiously underhanded tactics to evict tenants before, during, and after the moratorium on evictions — even those whose rental relief applications were underway. Don’t worry, we end on a sweet note: Bacon milkshakes, puppies, and art gallery openings. Come along for the emotional rollercoaster! What’s got your goat in this week of news? Do you actually love the showgirls and are we off the mark? Let us know! Leave us a voicemail or send us a text at 702-514-0719. Or send us a tweet @CityCastVegas. For even more Vegas news, events, and less rage + more snark (we promise), make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter at lasvegas.citycast.fm/newsletter! Today, hosts Vogue Robinson and Dayvid Figler, along with lead producer Sonja Cho Swanson, indulge in the cleansing fires of RAAAAGE: Cuz there’s so much rage-inducing news this week! First up, we talk about the new 50-foot showgirl signs planned for the entrance to the Arts District (spoiler: Dayvid compares them to “clip art”). Then it’s on to the Clark County Commission’s recent unanimous vote to expand an “order out” ordinance on the Strip: Now anyone with convicted of any crime can be ordered out of the area, and could face a misdemeanor arrest for violating the rule.


Oh, and don’t forget RAGE item three: The results of a recent House committee investigation were released last week, and Siegel Suites (the subject of our episode on Pinkbox Doughnuts) were found to use egregiously underhanded tactics to evict tenants before, during, and after the moratorium on evictions — even those whose rental relief applications were underway.


Don’t worry, we end on a sweet note: Bacon milkshakes, puppies, and art gallery openings. Come along for the emotional rollercoaster!


What’s got your goat in this week of news? Do you actually love the showgirls and are we off the mark? Let us know! Leave us a voicemail or send us a text at 702-514-0719. Or send us a tweet @CityCastVegas.


For even more Vegas news, events, and less rage + more snark (we promise), make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter at lasvegas.citycast.fm/newsletter!

]]> 1545 Is New Orleans Square a Refuge for Artists Escaping Rising Rents? https://lasvegas.citycast.fm/ As rising rents push artists out of the Arts District, could the newly-revitalized New Orleans square be the answer? New Orleans Square is a two-story complex in the historic Commercial Center — once a hub for business, dining, and nightlife in the 60s and 70s. It has since gained a reputation (whether fair or not) as a dangerous hotspot for illicit activities. But business owners are working to rebrand the Commercial Center: Ron and Judy McMenemy bought New Orlean Square in the 2000s and curated it to create a center of arts and culture. Since their passing in the last few years, their children took over the building and have recently listed it for sale.  Host Vogue Robinson visits gallerist Nancy Good at Core Contemporary Art Gallery inside New Orleans Square. They talk about how Nancy is continuing Ron’s work to make New Orleans Square a desirable place for artists, and why Las Vegas shouldn’t be afraid of the area. Have you been to New Orleans Square? Let us know what you think of the area by leaving us a voicemail or a text at 702-514-0719. Or tweet at us! Follow us on Twitter @CityCastVegas. For even more Vegas news, get our brilliant morning newsletter at lasvegas.citycast.fm/newsletter! Thu, 04 Aug 2022 13:00:00 -0000 Is New Orleans Square a Refuge for Artists Escaping Rising Rents? full City Cast And is this haven in jeopardy, too? As rising rents push artists out of the Arts District, could the newly-revitalized New Orleans square be the answer? New Orleans Square is a two-story complex in the historic Commercial Center — once a hub for business, dining, and nightlife in the 60s and 70s. It has since gained a reputation (whether fair or not) as a dangerous hotspot for illicit activities. But business owners are working to rebrand the Commercial Center: Ron and Judy McMenemy bought New Orlean Square in the 2000s and curated it to create a center of arts and culture. Since their passing in the last few years, their children took over the building and have recently listed it for sale.  Host Vogue Robinson visits gallerist Nancy Good at Core Contemporary Art Gallery inside New Orleans Square. They talk about how Nancy is continuing Ron’s work to make New Orleans Square a desirable place for artists, and why Las Vegas shouldn’t be afraid of the area. Have you been to New Orleans Square? Let us know what you think of the area by leaving us a voicemail or a text at 702-514-0719. Or tweet at us! Follow us on Twitter @CityCastVegas. For even more Vegas news, get our brilliant morning newsletter at lasvegas.citycast.fm/newsletter! As rising rents push artists out of the Arts District, could the newly-revitalized New Orleans square be the answer? New Orleans Square is a two-story complex in the historic Commercial Center — once a hub for business, dining, and nightlife in the 60s and 70s. It has since gained a reputation (whether fair or not) as a dangerous hotspot for illicit activities. But business owners are working to rebrand the Commercial Center: Ron and Judy McMenemy bought New Orlean Square in the 2000s and curated it to create a center of arts and culture. Since their passing in the last few years, their children took over the building and have recently listed it for sale. 


Host Vogue Robinson visits gallerist Nancy Good at Core Contemporary Art Gallery inside New Orleans Square. They talk about how Nancy is continuing Ron’s work to make New Orleans Square a desirable place for artists, and why Las Vegas shouldn’t be afraid of the area.


Have you been to New Orleans Square? Let us know what you think of the area by leaving us a voicemail or a text at 702-514-0719. Or tweet at us! Follow us on Twitter @CityCastVegas.


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]]> 968 What Tony Hsieh Got Wrong About Downtown https://lasvegas.citycast.fm/ Tony Hsieh has long been painted as a tortured visionary — most recently in the posthumous biography by two Wall Street Journal reporters dramatically titled “Happy at Any Cost: The Revolutionary Vision and Fatal Quest of Zappos CEO Tony Hsieh.” But longtime Las Vegas locals have observed the last decade of transformations along Fremont East (funded by Tony’s company Downtown Project) with mixed emotions. Lifelong resident and writer Nicholas Russell recently penned an essay in the Baffler about the problem with mythologizing Tony Hsieh — he and host Dayvid Figler bust some Downtown Project myths, examine Tony’s legacy downtown, and break down just why it was so easy for Tony Hsieh to set up shop in Las Vegas. How do you feel about downtown Las Vegas? Leave us a message or shoot us a text at 702-514-0719. We’re also on Twitter! Follow us at @CityCastVegas Want more Vegas news? Get our morning newsletter at lasvegas.citycast.fm/newsletter Wed, 03 Aug 2022 13:00:00 -0000 What Tony Hsieh Got Wrong About Downtown full City Cast And maybe one or two things right Tony Hsieh has long been painted as a tortured visionary — most recently in the posthumous biography by two Wall Street Journal reporters dramatically titled “Happy at Any Cost: The Revolutionary Vision and Fatal Quest of Zappos CEO Tony Hsieh.” But longtime Las Vegas locals have observed the last decade of transformations along Fremont East (funded by Tony’s company Downtown Project) with mixed emotions. Lifelong resident and writer Nicholas Russell recently penned an essay in the Baffler about the problem with mythologizing Tony Hsieh — he and host Dayvid Figler bust some Downtown Project myths, examine Tony’s legacy downtown, and break down just why it was so easy for Tony Hsieh to set up shop in Las Vegas. How do you feel about downtown Las Vegas? Leave us a message or shoot us a text at 702-514-0719. We’re also on Twitter! Follow us at @CityCastVegas Want more Vegas news? Get our morning newsletter at lasvegas.citycast.fm/newsletter Tony Hsieh has long been painted as a tortured visionary — most recently in the posthumous biography by two Wall Street Journal reporters dramatically titled “Happy at Any Cost: The Revolutionary Vision and Fatal Quest of Zappos CEO Tony Hsieh.” But longtime Las Vegas locals have observed the last decade of transformations along Fremont East (funded by Tony’s company Downtown Project) with mixed emotions.


Lifelong resident and writer Nicholas Russell recently penned an essay in the Baffler about the problem with mythologizing Tony Hsieh — he and host Dayvid Figler bust some Downtown Project myths, examine Tony’s legacy downtown, and break down just why it was so easy for Tony Hsieh to set up shop in Las Vegas.


How do you feel about downtown Las Vegas? Leave us a message or shoot us a text at 702-514-0719.


We’re also on Twitter! Follow us at @CityCastVegas


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]]> 1281 Inside UNLV’s Nurse Camp for High Schoolers https://lasvegas.citycast.fm/ Even before the pandemic, Nevada had the second-largest nursing deficit in the country, and the pandemic has only worsened nurse burnout and retention. According to a 2022 report, nurses are leaving their jobs at “a dramatically higher rate” — Nevada needs to hire 4,000 nurses just to meet the national average. Nursing schools are responding: In 2019, the UNLV School of Nursing launched a summer Nurse Camp to help high school students “develop realistic expectations about nursing school and working as a registered nurse” through hands-on activities, simulations, and lectures. Producer Layla Muhammad takes us through the camp as she talks to UNLV alumni and organizer Jennifer Pfannes about the camp, their goals, and how they hope the program can mitigate Nevada’s nursing shortage. Plus, hear from two high school students about their experiences at Nurse Camp. Want more Vegas news? Make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter at lasvegas.citycast.fm/newsletter!  We’re also on Twitter! Follow us @CityCastVegas  Are you a local nurse working during this shortage? Share your story with us at 702-514-0719. Tue, 02 Aug 2022 13:00:00 -0000 Inside UNLV’s Nurse Camp for High Schoolers full City Cast UNLV’s Nurse Camp Tackles Nursing Shortage in Nevada Even before the pandemic, Nevada had the second-largest nursing deficit in the country, and the pandemic has only worsened nurse burnout and retention. According to a 2022 report, nurses are leaving their jobs at “a dramatically higher rate” — Nevada needs to hire 4,000 nurses just to meet the national average. Nursing schools are responding: In 2019, the UNLV School of Nursing launched a summer Nurse Camp to help high school students “develop realistic expectations about nursing school and working as a registered nurse” through hands-on activities, simulations, and lectures. Producer Layla Muhammad takes us through the camp as she talks to UNLV alumni and organizer Jennifer Pfannes about the camp, their goals, and how they hope the program can mitigate Nevada’s nursing shortage. Plus, hear from two high school students about their experiences at Nurse Camp. Want more Vegas news? Make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter at lasvegas.citycast.fm/newsletter!  We’re also on Twitter! Follow us @CityCastVegas  Are you a local nurse working during this shortage? Share your story with us at 702-514-0719. Even before the pandemic, Nevada had the second-largest nursing deficit in the country, and the pandemic has only worsened nurse burnout and retention. According to a 2022 report, nurses are leaving their jobs at “a dramatically higher rate” — Nevada needs to hire 4,000 nurses just to meet the national average.


Nursing schools are responding: In 2019, the UNLV School of Nursing launched a summer Nurse Camp to help high school students “develop realistic expectations about nursing school and working as a registered nurse” through hands-on activities, simulations, and lectures. Producer Layla Muhammad takes us through the camp as she talks to UNLV alumni and organizer Jennifer Pfannes about the camp, their goals, and how they hope the program can mitigate Nevada’s nursing shortage. Plus, hear from two high school students about their experiences at Nurse Camp.


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]]> 1343 What Dayvid Thinks You Should Know About NV's Ballot Initiatives https://lasvegas.citycast.fm/ Nevada’s ballot initiative process can be confusing. The deadline for gathering signatures for measures proposing to amend the state Constitution passed in June, with another deadline approaching in the fall for measures to amend the law. After the signatures are verified by election officials, they make it on to our ballots. Some measure get caught up in court while others breeze through the process. Producer Layla Muhammad talks with Host Dayvid Figler about what we’ll see on our ballots this November, where the process goes right, and where it goes terribly wrong. We’ve got the wittiest newsletter in Vegas. Make sure to sign up for all the musings at lasvegas.citycast.fm/newsletter!  We also tweet! Follow us at @CityCastVegas  Do you have questions about what’s going to be on the ballot this November? Give us a call at 702-514-0719.  Mon, 01 Aug 2022 13:00:00 -0000 What Dayvid Thinks You Should Know About NV's Ballot Initiatives full City Cast The good, the bad, and the ugly of Nevada's ballot initiative process and what's on the ballot this November. Nevada’s ballot initiative process can be confusing. The deadline for gathering signatures for measures proposing to amend the state Constitution passed in June, with another deadline approaching in the fall for measures to amend the law. After the signatures are verified by election officials, they make it on to our ballots. Some measure get caught up in court while others breeze through the process. Producer Layla Muhammad talks with Host Dayvid Figler about what we’ll see on our ballots this November, where the process goes right, and where it goes terribly wrong. We’ve got the wittiest newsletter in Vegas. Make sure to sign up for all the musings at lasvegas.citycast.fm/newsletter!  We also tweet! Follow us at @CityCastVegas  Do you have questions about what’s going to be on the ballot this November? Give us a call at 702-514-0719.  Nevada’s ballot initiative process can be confusing. The deadline for gathering signatures for measures proposing to amend the state Constitution passed in June, with another deadline approaching in the fall for measures to amend the law. After the signatures are verified by election officials, they make it on to our ballots. Some measure get caught up in court while others breeze through the process. Producer Layla Muhammad talks with Host Dayvid Figler about what we’ll see on our ballots this November, where the process goes right, and where it goes terribly wrong.


We’ve got the wittiest newsletter in Vegas. Make sure to sign up for all the musings at lasvegas.citycast.fm/newsletter! 


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Do you have questions about what’s going to be on the ballot this November? Give us a call at 702-514-0719. 

]]> 1083 no We Review Vice's Guide to Las Vegas https://lasvegas.citycast.fm/ Producer Layla Muhammad hosts newsletter editor Scott Dickensheets and host Dayvid Figler in a spirited conversation for this week’s Friday news roundup! The team discusses why residents may or may not care about the demolition of three casinos that cater to locals, and Dayvid’s idea on how the city could repurpose these properties. Also, the hits and (many) misses in The Vice Guide to Travel Las Vegas and what we would do with the billion dollar Mega Millions jackpot money ... even though we have to drive to the state line to buy lottery tickets. Want more Vegas news? Make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter at lasvegas.citycast.fm/newsletter!  We’re also on Twitter! Follow us @CityCastVegas  You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719. Fri, 29 Jul 2022 13:00:00 -0000 We Review Vice's Guide to Las Vegas full City Cast Producer Layla Muhammad hosts newsletter editor Scott Dickensheets and host Dayvid Figler in a spirited conversation for this week’s Friday news roundup! The team discusses why residents may or may not care about the demolition of three casinos that cater to locals, and Dayvid’s idea on how the city could repurpose these properties. Also, the hits and (many) misses in The Vice Guide to Travel Las Vegas and what we would do with the billion dollar Mega Millions jackpot money ... even though we have to drive to the state line to buy lottery tickets. Want more Vegas news? Make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter at lasvegas.citycast.fm/newsletter!  We’re also on Twitter! Follow us @CityCastVegas  You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719. Producer Layla Muhammad hosts newsletter editor Scott Dickensheets and host Dayvid Figler in a spirited conversation for this week’s Friday news roundup! The team discusses why residents may or may not care about the demolition of three casinos that cater to locals, and Dayvid’s idea on how the city could repurpose these properties. Also, the hits and (many) misses in The Vice Guide to Travel Las Vegas and what we would do with the billion dollar Mega Millions jackpot money ... even though we have to drive to the state line to buy lottery tickets.


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You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719.

]]> 1649 Is Sin City Sex Positive? https://lasvegas.citycast.fm/ We call Vegas “Sin City,” and we have the strippers, cocktail waitresses, escorts, Little Darlings billboards, and The Love Store to prove it. Sex is a part of everyday life in Las Vegas. But there’s more to this conversation… and most of us aren’t comfortable talking about it. Is Sin City… Sex Positive? Today on City Cast Las Vegas, host Vogue Robinson talks with Rebecca Bosetti, assistant professor at the UNLV School of Social Work, about her new course, “Sexual Behavior & Society: The Good, the Bad, and the Controversial,” and why Las Vegas needs more sex-positive social workers. Every morning, Scott Dickensheets serves up a fantastic newsletter filled with news items, events, and other things you should know about our city. Sign up here: lasvegas.citycast.fm/newsletter!  Stay up-to-the minute with us on Twitter! Follow us @CityCastVegas  You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719 with your Vegas hot take! Thu, 28 Jul 2022 13:00:00 -0000 Is Sin City Sex Positive? full City Cast We call Vegas “Sin City,” and we have the strippers, cocktail waitresses, escorts, Little Darlings billboards, and The Love Store to prove it. Sex is a part of everyday life in Las Vegas. But there’s more to this conversation… and most of us aren’t comfortable talking about it. Is Sin City… Sex Positive? Today on City Cast Las Vegas, host Vogue Robinson talks with Rebecca Bosetti, assistant professor at the UNLV School of Social Work, about her new course, “Sexual Behavior & Society: The Good, the Bad, and the Controversial,” and why Las Vegas needs more sex-positive social workers. Every morning, Scott Dickensheets serves up a fantastic newsletter filled with news items, events, and other things you should know about our city. Sign up here: lasvegas.citycast.fm/newsletter!  Stay up-to-the minute with us on Twitter! Follow us @CityCastVegas  You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719 with your Vegas hot take! We call Vegas “Sin City,” and we have the strippers, cocktail waitresses, escorts, Little Darlings billboards, and The Love Store to prove it. Sex is a part of everyday life in Las Vegas. But there’s more to this conversation… and most of us aren’t comfortable talking about it. Is Sin City… Sex Positive?


Today on City Cast Las Vegas, host Vogue Robinson talks with Rebecca Bosetti, assistant professor at the UNLV School of Social Work, about her new course, “Sexual Behavior & Society: The Good, the Bad, and the Controversial,” and why Las Vegas needs more sex-positive social workers.


Every morning, Scott Dickensheets serves up a fantastic newsletter filled with news items, events, and other things you should know about our city. Sign up here: lasvegas.citycast.fm/newsletter! 


Stay up-to-the minute with us on Twitter! Follow us @CityCastVegas 


You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719 with your Vegas hot take!

]]> 1265 Most Vegas Speeding Tickets Get a Pass — Should They? https://lasvegas.citycast.fm/ The Las Vegas Valley has a speeding problem: 2021 was the worst year for traffic fatalities in over a decade (2022 is on track to beat that), and speeding is the cause of a third of fatal crashes. The Review-Journal recently published an investigative piece that looked at 95,000 speeding tickets from one of our biggest municipal courts, and found that 80% of them were reduced to parking violations. That means no traffic school and — crucially — no record of repeat dangerous drivers. But is ratcheting up the consequences in a criminalized system the answer? What solutions are on the table? Host Vogue Robinson talks with Michael Scott Davidson, the investigative reporter behind this piece, about his findings and what the experts are saying. Stay even more connected to your city with news roundups, whip-smart commentary, and fun events in our morning newsletter! Sign up at lasvegas.citycast.fm/newsletter Thoughts, feelings? Did we miss the mark, or hit the bullseye? Tweet us! We’re @CityCastVegas  You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719. Wed, 27 Jul 2022 13:00:00 -0000 Most Vegas Speeding Tickets Get a Pass — Should They? full City Cast The Las Vegas Valley has a speeding problem: 2021 was the worst year for traffic fatalities in over a decade (2022 is on track to beat that), and speeding is the cause of a third of fatal crashes. The Review-Journal recently published an investigative piece that looked at 95,000 speeding tickets from one of our biggest municipal courts, and found that 80% of them were reduced to parking violations. That means no traffic school and — crucially — no record of repeat dangerous drivers. But is ratcheting up the consequences in a criminalized system the answer? What solutions are on the table? Host Vogue Robinson talks with Michael Scott Davidson, the investigative reporter behind this piece, about his findings and what the experts are saying. Stay even more connected to your city with news roundups, whip-smart commentary, and fun events in our morning newsletter! Sign up at lasvegas.citycast.fm/newsletter Thoughts, feelings? Did we miss the mark, or hit the bullseye? Tweet us! We’re @CityCastVegas  You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719. The Las Vegas Valley has a speeding problem: 2021 was the worst year for traffic fatalities in over a decade (2022 is on track to beat that), and speeding is the cause of a third of fatal crashes. The Review-Journal recently published an investigative piece that looked at 95,000 speeding tickets from one of our biggest municipal courts, and found that 80% of them were reduced to parking violations. That means no traffic school and — crucially — no record of repeat dangerous drivers. But is ratcheting up the consequences in a criminalized system the answer? What solutions are on the table? Host Vogue Robinson talks with Michael Scott Davidson, the investigative reporter behind this piece, about his findings and what the experts are saying.


Stay even more connected to your city with news roundups, whip-smart commentary, and fun events in our morning newsletter! Sign up at lasvegas.citycast.fm/newsletter


Thoughts, feelings? Did we miss the mark, or hit the bullseye? Tweet us! We’re @CityCastVegas 


You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719.

]]> 1246 Why This Artist is Fighting to Stay in the Arts District https://lasvegas.citycast.fm/ As rents rise all over the valley, some business owners in the Arts District got hit with 200-400 percent rent increases, making life more difficult for everyone — but especially cultural businesses. Priscilla Fowler has owned her eponymous fine art gallery in the area since 2016, moving three times within the Arts District, most recently this year after her rent was doubled. Downside: In her current location, away from Main Street, foot traffic has declined. Host Vogue Robinson talks to Fowler about her experience, how things have changed, and what we can do to keep the arts in the Arts District. Tue, 26 Jul 2022 13:00:00 -0000 Why This Artist is Fighting to Stay in the Arts District full City Cast What happens when an arts district gets too expensive... for artists? As rents rise all over the valley, some business owners in the Arts District got hit with 200-400 percent rent increases, making life more difficult for everyone — but especially cultural businesses. Priscilla Fowler has owned her eponymous fine art gallery in the area since 2016, moving three times within the Arts District, most recently this year after her rent was doubled. Downside: In her current location, away from Main Street, foot traffic has declined. Host Vogue Robinson talks to Fowler about her experience, how things have changed, and what we can do to keep the arts in the Arts District. As rents rise all over the valley, some business owners in the Arts District got hit with 200-400 percent rent increases, making life more difficult for everyone — but especially cultural businesses. Priscilla Fowler has owned her eponymous fine art gallery in the area since 2016, moving three times within the Arts District, most recently this year after her rent was doubled. Downside: In her current location, away from Main Street, foot traffic has declined. Host Vogue Robinson talks to Fowler about her experience, how things have changed, and what we can do to keep the arts in the Arts District.

]]> 973 Is Now the Time for Vegas to Get an NBA Team? https://lasvegas.citycast.fm/ KSNV News 3 sports anchor Bryan Salmond calls Las Vegas the sports and entertainment capital of the world. With another successful NBA Summer League in the books and the WNBA’s success with the Aces here in the valley, could it finally be time for an NBA team in Las Vegas? Lead producer Sonja Cho Swanson and Bryan discuss what the prospects are for our basketball city and why LeBron James just might be the one to bring a team here. Want to stay updated on the latest Vegas news and events? Make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter at lasvegas.citycast.fm/newsletter!  We also tweet! Follow us at @CityCastVegas  Are you a Las Vegas baller? Let us know your thoughts by calling or texting us at 702-514-0719. Mon, 25 Jul 2022 13:00:00 -0000 Is Now the Time for Vegas to Get an NBA Team? full City Cast KSNV News 3 sports anchor Bryan Salmond calls Las Vegas the sports and entertainment capital of the world. With another successful NBA Summer League in the books and the WNBA’s success with the Aces here in the valley, could it finally be time for an NBA team in Las Vegas? Lead producer Sonja Cho Swanson and Bryan discuss what the prospects are for our basketball city and why LeBron James just might be the one to bring a team here. Want to stay updated on the latest Vegas news and events? Make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter at lasvegas.citycast.fm/newsletter!  We also tweet! Follow us at @CityCastVegas  Are you a Las Vegas baller? Let us know your thoughts by calling or texting us at 702-514-0719. KSNV News 3 sports anchor Bryan Salmond calls Las Vegas the sports and entertainment capital of the world. With another successful NBA Summer League in the books and the WNBA’s success with the Aces here in the valley, could it finally be time for an NBA team in Las Vegas? Lead producer Sonja Cho Swanson and Bryan discuss what the prospects are for our basketball city and why LeBron James just might be the one to bring a team here.


Want to stay updated on the latest Vegas news and events? Make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter at lasvegas.citycast.fm/newsletter! 


We also tweet! Follow us at @CityCastVegas 


Are you a Las Vegas baller? Let us know your thoughts by calling or texting us at 702-514-0719.

]]> 1011 Bennifer’s Wedding and Your Next Vegas Itinerary https://lasvegas.citycast.fm/ Our Roving Producer Lizzie Goldsmith is from Denver and has never been to Vegas! Host Vogue Robinson and Lead Producer Sonja Cho Swanson plan out Lizzie’s perfect Vegas itinerary including bars, views, food, outdoor activities, and(reluctantly) what to do on The Strip. The millennials also explain why Bennifer’s Vegas wedding brought on the nostalgia and some very Vegas news items. Want to be a better Las Vegan? Make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter at lasvegas.citycast.fm/newsletter!  We’re also on Twitter! Follow us at @CityCastVegas  Got some good news for a Friday round up? Give us a call or send us a text at 702-514-0719.  Fri, 22 Jul 2022 13:00:00 -0000 Bennifer’s Wedding and Your Next Vegas Itinerary full City Cast Vegas is the center of the Bennifervse! Our Roving Producer Lizzie Goldsmith is from Denver and has never been to Vegas! Host Vogue Robinson and Lead Producer Sonja Cho Swanson plan out Lizzie’s perfect Vegas itinerary including bars, views, food, outdoor activities, and(reluctantly) what to do on The Strip. The millennials also explain why Bennifer’s Vegas wedding brought on the nostalgia and some very Vegas news items. Want to be a better Las Vegan? Make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter at lasvegas.citycast.fm/newsletter!  We’re also on Twitter! Follow us at @CityCastVegas  Got some good news for a Friday round up? Give us a call or send us a text at 702-514-0719.  Our Roving Producer Lizzie Goldsmith is from Denver and has never been to Vegas! Host Vogue Robinson and Lead Producer Sonja Cho Swanson plan out Lizzie’s perfect Vegas itinerary including bars, views, food, outdoor activities, and(reluctantly) what to do on The Strip. The millennials also explain why Bennifer’s Vegas wedding brought on the nostalgia and some very Vegas news items.


Want to be a better Las Vegan? Make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter at lasvegas.citycast.fm/newsletter! 


We’re also on Twitter! Follow us at @CityCastVegas 


Got some good news for a Friday round up? Give us a call or send us a text at 702-514-0719. 

]]> 1141 no AAPI Stories Take Center Stage in New Podcast https://lasvegas.citycast.fm/ When’s the last time you exited Spring Mountain Rd. and visited Las Vegas’ Chinatown? Today on City Cast Las Vegas, lead producer Sonja Cho Swanson chats it up with Lorraine Blanco Moss. She’s the host of Nevada Public Radio’s Exit Spring Mountain, a podcast that takes its name from the east-west artery that runs through the heart of town. The show — which launches their second season on July 27th! — focuses on Asian Americans and Pacific Islanders, the fastest growing ethnic group in Nevada. Sonja and Lorraine talk about why representation is so important, and how sharing stories by and for the AAPI community builds empathy, especially in the wake of rising anti-Asian violence. Want to dive deeper into Vegas news and happenings? Then head on over to our website and make sure you’re signed up for our morning newsletter! lasvegas.citycast.fm/newsletter We’re also keeping it real on Twitter! Follow us @CityCastVegas  Have a Vegas hot take to share? Leave us a voicemail or text us at 702-514-0719. Thu, 21 Jul 2022 13:00:00 -0000 AAPI Stories Take Center Stage in New Podcast full City Cast When’s the last time you exited Spring Mountain Rd. and visited Las Vegas’ Chinatown? Today on City Cast Las Vegas, lead producer Sonja Cho Swanson chats it up with Lorraine Blanco Moss. She’s the host of Nevada Public Radio’s Exit Spring Mountain, a podcast that takes its name from the east-west artery that runs through the heart of town. The show — which launches their second season on July 27th! — focuses on Asian Americans and Pacific Islanders, the fastest growing ethnic group in Nevada. Sonja and Lorraine talk about why representation is so important, and how sharing stories by and for the AAPI community builds empathy, especially in the wake of rising anti-Asian violence. Want to dive deeper into Vegas news and happenings? Then head on over to our website and make sure you’re signed up for our morning newsletter! lasvegas.citycast.fm/newsletter We’re also keeping it real on Twitter! Follow us @CityCastVegas  Have a Vegas hot take to share? Leave us a voicemail or text us at 702-514-0719. When’s the last time you exited Spring Mountain Rd. and visited Las Vegas’ Chinatown? Today on City Cast Las Vegas, lead producer Sonja Cho Swanson chats it up with Lorraine Blanco Moss. She’s the host of Nevada Public Radio’s Exit Spring Mountain, a podcast that takes its name from the east-west artery that runs through the heart of town. The show — which launches their second season on July 27th! — focuses on Asian Americans and Pacific Islanders, the fastest growing ethnic group in Nevada. Sonja and Lorraine talk about why representation is so important, and how sharing stories by and for the AAPI community builds empathy, especially in the wake of rising anti-Asian violence.


Want to dive deeper into Vegas news and happenings? Then head on over to our website and make sure you’re signed up for our morning newsletter! lasvegas.citycast.fm/newsletter


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]]> 1031 Why Vogue Thinks the Vegas Poetry Scene is Poppin' https://lasvegas.citycast.fm/ It’s been a long hard summer for many reasons. Ways to find relief are more important than ever, but where do you go in a city that’s known to be shallow and culture-less? Host and former Clark County Poet Laureate Vogue Robinson sits down with Producer Layla Muhammad to set the record straight about the culture surrounding Vegas’ thriving poetry scene. Vogue gives you everything you need to know on how to engage with the poetry community in Las Vegas and why it’s important for the city to support. Check out Wednesday’s newsletter for a list of recurring poetry open mics, slams, and jams happening in town. Want more Vegas news? Make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter at lasvegas.citycast.fm/newsletter!  You can also find us posting about the latest Vegas happenings on Twitter at @CityCastVegas.  Do you think Vegas has culture? Drop us a line or send us a text at 702-514-0719.  Wed, 20 Jul 2022 13:00:00 -0000 Why Vogue Thinks the Vegas Poetry Scene is Poppin' full City Cast Exploring Vegas' culture through the thriving poetry scene! It’s been a long hard summer for many reasons. Ways to find relief are more important than ever, but where do you go in a city that’s known to be shallow and culture-less? Host and former Clark County Poet Laureate Vogue Robinson sits down with Producer Layla Muhammad to set the record straight about the culture surrounding Vegas’ thriving poetry scene. Vogue gives you everything you need to know on how to engage with the poetry community in Las Vegas and why it’s important for the city to support. Check out Wednesday’s newsletter for a list of recurring poetry open mics, slams, and jams happening in town. Want more Vegas news? Make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter at lasvegas.citycast.fm/newsletter!  You can also find us posting about the latest Vegas happenings on Twitter at @CityCastVegas.  Do you think Vegas has culture? Drop us a line or send us a text at 702-514-0719.  It’s been a long hard summer for many reasons. Ways to find relief are more important than ever, but where do you go in a city that’s known to be shallow and culture-less? Host and former Clark County Poet Laureate Vogue Robinson sits down with Producer Layla Muhammad to set the record straight about the culture surrounding Vegas’ thriving poetry scene. Vogue gives you everything you need to know on how to engage with the poetry community in Las Vegas and why it’s important for the city to support.


Check out Wednesday’s newsletter for a list of recurring poetry open mics, slams, and jams happening in town.


Want more Vegas news? Make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter at lasvegas.citycast.fm/newsletter! 


You can also find us posting about the latest Vegas happenings on Twitter at @CityCastVegas. 


Do you think Vegas has culture? Drop us a line or send us a text at 702-514-0719. 

]]> 1065 The Latest on the COVID Variants in Nevada https://lasvegas.citycast.fm/ How worried should Nevadans be about the BA.4 and BA.5 variants? Two years into the COVID-19 pandemic, the sixth wave is making its way across the globe. Nevada’s weekly updates show an increase in hospitalizations despite the decrease in reported cases week to week. In her conversation with host Vogue Robinson, The Nevada Independent’s Tabitha Mueller shares her reporting on the disparities in the numbers, vaccination rates, and wastewater monitoring. Visit The Nevada Independent COVID data page here. Looking for more Vegas news and events? Make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter at lasvegas.citycast.fm/newsletter!  You can also find us on Twitter! Follow us at @CityCastVegas  Have you seen something in Vegas that needs to be discussed? Call or text us at 702-514-0719. Tue, 19 Jul 2022 13:00:00 -0000 The Latest on the COVID Variants in Nevada full City Cast How worried should Nevadans be about the BA.4 and BA.5 variants? How worried should Nevadans be about the BA.4 and BA.5 variants? Two years into the COVID-19 pandemic, the sixth wave is making its way across the globe. Nevada’s weekly updates show an increase in hospitalizations despite the decrease in reported cases week to week. In her conversation with host Vogue Robinson, The Nevada Independent’s Tabitha Mueller shares her reporting on the disparities in the numbers, vaccination rates, and wastewater monitoring. Visit The Nevada Independent COVID data page here. Looking for more Vegas news and events? Make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter at lasvegas.citycast.fm/newsletter!  You can also find us on Twitter! Follow us at @CityCastVegas  Have you seen something in Vegas that needs to be discussed? Call or text us at 702-514-0719. How worried should Nevadans be about the BA.4 and BA.5 variants? Two years into the COVID-19 pandemic, the sixth wave is making its way across the globe. Nevada’s weekly updates show an increase in hospitalizations despite the decrease in reported cases week to week. In her conversation with host Vogue Robinson, The Nevada Independent’s Tabitha Mueller shares her reporting on the disparities in the numbers, vaccination rates, and wastewater monitoring.


Visit The Nevada Independent COVID data page here.


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]]> 1187 What Twitter Can Tell Us About Gun Control Attitudes https://lasvegas.citycast.fm/ Mary Blankenship is a researcher at Brookings Mountain West at UNLV who studies internet misinformation — and her most recent study suggests that sentiments on gun reform across the political aisle are converging. The study looked at millions of tweets and examined users’ emotions and reactions to mass shootings in the United States dating back to 2017 to the 1 October shooting in Las Vegas. As the conversation around gun reform changes, Blankenship and her co-author, Carol Graham, hope “this analysis can provide an opening toward a solution where one did not seem to exist before.” Want more Vegas news? Make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter at lasvegas.citycast.fm/newsletter!  We’re also on Twitter! Follow us at @CityCastVegas  You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719. Mon, 18 Jul 2022 13:00:00 -0000 What Twitter Can Tell Us About Gun Control Attitudes full City Cast A new study suggests there might be more common ground than expected. Mary Blankenship is a researcher at Brookings Mountain West at UNLV who studies internet misinformation — and her most recent study suggests that sentiments on gun reform across the political aisle are converging. The study looked at millions of tweets and examined users’ emotions and reactions to mass shootings in the United States dating back to 2017 to the 1 October shooting in Las Vegas. As the conversation around gun reform changes, Blankenship and her co-author, Carol Graham, hope “this analysis can provide an opening toward a solution where one did not seem to exist before.” Want more Vegas news? Make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter at lasvegas.citycast.fm/newsletter!  We’re also on Twitter! Follow us at @CityCastVegas  You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719. Mary Blankenship is a researcher at Brookings Mountain West at UNLV who studies internet misinformation — and her most recent study suggests that sentiments on gun reform across the political aisle are converging. The study looked at millions of tweets and examined users’ emotions and reactions to mass shootings in the United States dating back to 2017 to the 1 October shooting in Las Vegas. As the conversation around gun reform changes, Blankenship and her co-author, Carol Graham, hope “this analysis can provide an opening toward a solution where one did not seem to exist before.”


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]]> 950 Our Not So Tiny Affordable Housing Debate https://lasvegas.citycast.fm/ It’s Friday (can we get a FriYAY?) which means it’s time for a news roundup! Sonja, Scott and Layla sit down to talk about our relatively quiet week in the news. First up, neighbors in Centennial Hills are divided over a proposed low-income housing development up at Rome & Decatur Blvd. Sonja brings up this research from NYU, which suggests property values can sometimes go up when low-income housing comes in. We talk about the tiny homes for the unhoused that New Leaf Community built—before they were razed by the city of North Las Vegas. Here’s the city-led tiny homes project in Sacramento that Layla mentions. And last but not least, the county is asking for community input on a permanent 1 October memorial — we weigh in. Here’s an interactive site with photos and videos of the Vietnam Veterans Memorial, from which Scott suggests we might take some inspiration. Want more Vegas news? Make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter at lasvegas.citycast.fm/newsletter!  We’re also on Twitter! Follow us at @CityCastVegas  Got a super hot Las Vegas take? Call or text us at 702-514-0719 to join us for a Friday news roundup.  Fri, 15 Jul 2022 13:00:00 -0000 Our Not So Tiny Affordable Housing Debate full City Cast It's the FriYAY news roundup! It’s Friday (can we get a FriYAY?) which means it’s time for a news roundup! Sonja, Scott and Layla sit down to talk about our relatively quiet week in the news. First up, neighbors in Centennial Hills are divided over a proposed low-income housing development up at Rome & Decatur Blvd. Sonja brings up this research from NYU, which suggests property values can sometimes go up when low-income housing comes in. We talk about the tiny homes for the unhoused that New Leaf Community built—before they were razed by the city of North Las Vegas. Here’s the city-led tiny homes project in Sacramento that Layla mentions. And last but not least, the county is asking for community input on a permanent 1 October memorial — we weigh in. Here’s an interactive site with photos and videos of the Vietnam Veterans Memorial, from which Scott suggests we might take some inspiration. Want more Vegas news? Make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter at lasvegas.citycast.fm/newsletter!  We’re also on Twitter! Follow us at @CityCastVegas  Got a super hot Las Vegas take? Call or text us at 702-514-0719 to join us for a Friday news roundup.  It’s Friday (can we get a FriYAY?) which means it’s time for a news roundup! Sonja, Scott and Layla sit down to talk about our relatively quiet week in the news. First up, neighbors in Centennial Hills are divided over a proposed low-income housing development up at Rome & Decatur Blvd. Sonja brings up this research from NYU, which suggests property values can sometimes go up when low-income housing comes in. We talk about the tiny homes for the unhoused that New Leaf Community built—before they were razed by the city of North Las Vegas. Here’s the city-led tiny homes project in Sacramento that Layla mentions. And last but not least, the county is asking for community input on a permanent 1 October memorial — we weigh in. Here’s an interactive site with photos and videos of the Vietnam Veterans Memorial, from which Scott suggests we might take some inspiration.


Want more Vegas news? Make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter at lasvegas.citycast.fm/newsletter! 


We’re also on Twitter! Follow us at @CityCastVegas 


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]]> 1206 no Casting Da Shade on the Vegas Wrestling Scene https://lasvegas.citycast.fm/ Local wrestling champion Anthony “Da Shade” Shade says being raised in the Fight Capital of the World helped him make his way into wrestling. Not only is Vegas the best place to combine the sport with the entertainment, but the local independent scene is LGBTQ+ inclusive. Da Shade joins us to explain why Vegas is the place for big money matches, how the pro side of wrestling could be more inclusive, and more with host Vogue Robinson. You can catch Da Shade in action on Saturday, July 23 at Versus Pro and Friday, August 12 at PrideStyle's "Slowdeath". Both matches at Versus Pro Studios inside the Boulevard Mall. Check out their Twitters at @VersusProStudio and @PrideStylePro for more information. Looking for more interesting Vegas tidbits? Make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter at lasvegas.citycast.fm/newsletter!  We’re on Twitter too! Follow us at @CityCastVegas  Are you a local independent wrestling fan? Tell us about it at 702-514-0719!  Thu, 14 Jul 2022 13:00:00 -0000 Casting Da Shade on the Vegas Wrestling Scene full City Cast Meet local wrestling champion Da Shade! Local wrestling champion Anthony “Da Shade” Shade says being raised in the Fight Capital of the World helped him make his way into wrestling. Not only is Vegas the best place to combine the sport with the entertainment, but the local independent scene is LGBTQ+ inclusive. Da Shade joins us to explain why Vegas is the place for big money matches, how the pro side of wrestling could be more inclusive, and more with host Vogue Robinson. You can catch Da Shade in action on Saturday, July 23 at Versus Pro and Friday, August 12 at PrideStyle's "Slowdeath". Both matches at Versus Pro Studios inside the Boulevard Mall. Check out their Twitters at @VersusProStudio and @PrideStylePro for more information. Looking for more interesting Vegas tidbits? Make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter at lasvegas.citycast.fm/newsletter!  We’re on Twitter too! Follow us at @CityCastVegas  Are you a local independent wrestling fan? Tell us about it at 702-514-0719!  Local wrestling champion Anthony “Da Shade” Shade says being raised in the Fight Capital of the World helped him make his way into wrestling. Not only is Vegas the best place to combine the sport with the entertainment, but the local independent scene is LGBTQ+ inclusive. Da Shade joins us to explain why Vegas is the place for big money matches, how the pro side of wrestling could be more inclusive, and more with host Vogue Robinson.


You can catch Da Shade in action on Saturday, July 23 at Versus Pro and Friday, August 12 at PrideStyle's "Slowdeath". Both matches at Versus Pro Studios inside the Boulevard Mall. Check out their Twitters at @VersusProStudio and @PrideStylePro for more information.


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]]> 904 Hey Hey, Ho Ho, Your Ornamental Grass Has Got to Go https://lasvegas.citycast.fm/ You may have noticed a few changes around town: Slowly but surely, patches of grass in medians, under street signs, and in between buildings are being replaced with desert landscaping. That’s thanks to a bill, AB356, that was passed last year in response to our ever-worsening drought — landscaping is the Valley’s biggest water guzzler. AB356 cuts back “nonfunctional turf” on business properties, like your local McDonald’s and perhaps your very own HOA. Today, JC Davis from the Southern Nevada Water Authority breaks down what exactly AB356 mandates, what “nonfunctional turf” means, and why it’s so important right now. Got thoughts on our water use or grassy medians? Hit us up on Twitter @CityCastVegas or leave us a voicemail or a text at 702-514-0719. And for even more Vegas news, events, and goings-on about town, make sure to sign up for our excellent morning newsletter at lasvegas.citycast.fm/newsletter! Wed, 13 Jul 2022 13:00:00 -0000 Hey Hey, Ho Ho, Your Ornamental Grass Has Got to Go full City Cast How AB356 will save us billions of gallons of water a year You may have noticed a few changes around town: Slowly but surely, patches of grass in medians, under street signs, and in between buildings are being replaced with desert landscaping. That’s thanks to a bill, AB356, that was passed last year in response to our ever-worsening drought — landscaping is the Valley’s biggest water guzzler. AB356 cuts back “nonfunctional turf” on business properties, like your local McDonald’s and perhaps your very own HOA. Today, JC Davis from the Southern Nevada Water Authority breaks down what exactly AB356 mandates, what “nonfunctional turf” means, and why it’s so important right now. Got thoughts on our water use or grassy medians? Hit us up on Twitter @CityCastVegas or leave us a voicemail or a text at 702-514-0719. And for even more Vegas news, events, and goings-on about town, make sure to sign up for our excellent morning newsletter at lasvegas.citycast.fm/newsletter! You may have noticed a few changes around town: Slowly but surely, patches of grass in medians, under street signs, and in between buildings are being replaced with desert landscaping. That’s thanks to a bill, AB356, that was passed last year in response to our ever-worsening drought — landscaping is the Valley’s biggest water guzzler. AB356 cuts back “nonfunctional turf” on business properties, like your local McDonald’s and perhaps your very own HOA. Today, JC Davis from the Southern Nevada Water Authority breaks down what exactly AB356 mandates, what “nonfunctional turf” means, and why it’s so important right now.


Got thoughts on our water use or grassy medians? Hit us up on Twitter @CityCastVegas or leave us a voicemail or a text at 702-514-0719.


And for even more Vegas news, events, and goings-on about town, make sure to sign up for our excellent morning newsletter at lasvegas.citycast.fm/newsletter!

]]> 1229 Hike Smart with Your Pup https://lasvegas.citycast.fm/ The pandemic created a lot of new dog owners and a lot of new outdoors enthusiasts — resulting in more newbie dog hikers on our local trails. Today, we sit down with Kimberly Lewis and Paula Jacoby-Garrett, co-authors of “Best Hikes with Dogs: Las Vegas & Beyond.” Kimberly and Paula tell us how to be responsible hikers with dogs, from picking up their poop (yep, it’s a problem) to keeping them protected from the sun and heat (dogs can get skin cancer, too!). They also share their favorite cool and shady dog-friendly trails in the Valley. Sign up for our morning newsletter at lasvegas.citycast.fm/newsletter and you’ll get roundups of the latest news, whip-smart commentary, and links to upcoming events around town. Do you have strong feelings about dogs on trails? Let us know! Tweet at us @CityCastVegas or leave us a voicemail at 702-514-0719. Tue, 12 Jul 2022 13:00:00 -0000 Hike Smart with Your Pup full City Cast How to hit the trails responsibly (and safely!) with your dog this summer. The pandemic created a lot of new dog owners and a lot of new outdoors enthusiasts — resulting in more newbie dog hikers on our local trails. Today, we sit down with Kimberly Lewis and Paula Jacoby-Garrett, co-authors of “Best Hikes with Dogs: Las Vegas & Beyond.” Kimberly and Paula tell us how to be responsible hikers with dogs, from picking up their poop (yep, it’s a problem) to keeping them protected from the sun and heat (dogs can get skin cancer, too!). They also share their favorite cool and shady dog-friendly trails in the Valley. Sign up for our morning newsletter at lasvegas.citycast.fm/newsletter and you’ll get roundups of the latest news, whip-smart commentary, and links to upcoming events around town. Do you have strong feelings about dogs on trails? Let us know! Tweet at us @CityCastVegas or leave us a voicemail at 702-514-0719. The pandemic created a lot of new dog owners and a lot of new outdoors enthusiasts — resulting in more newbie dog hikers on our local trails. Today, we sit down with Kimberly Lewis and Paula Jacoby-Garrett, co-authors of “Best Hikes with Dogs: Las Vegas & Beyond.” Kimberly and Paula tell us how to be responsible hikers with dogs, from picking up their poop (yep, it’s a problem) to keeping them protected from the sun and heat (dogs can get skin cancer, too!). They also share their favorite cool and shady dog-friendly trails in the Valley.


Sign up for our morning newsletter at lasvegas.citycast.fm/newsletter and you’ll get roundups of the latest news, whip-smart commentary, and links to upcoming events around town.


Do you have strong feelings about dogs on trails? Let us know! Tweet at us @CityCastVegas or leave us a voicemail at 702-514-0719.

]]> 1027 Raiders Drama & Resilience: 101 https://lasvegas.citycast.fm/ If you follow sports news, you probably know that the Las Vegas Raiders have had a bumpy few years: The city of Oakland is suing them for leaving, they’ve faced lawsuits and allegations of a boys club culture, their head coach resigned after his racist & homophobic emails were released, a star rookie had a horrible car crash that killed a woman… believe it or not, the list goes on. But last Thursday, the team announced their new president: Sandra Douglass Morgan, an attorney and former chair of the Nevada Gaming Control Board, and the NFL’s first Black woman president. Could this signal a new beginning for the team? Today, host Vogue Robinson sits down with Vegas Nation host and award-winning Review-Journal videographer Heidi Fang to talk about what the Raiders have been through, how they’ve displayed resilience on and off the field, and why more Las Vegans should get behind our new football team. Want more Vegas news? Make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter at lasvegas.citycast.fm/newsletter! We’re also on the bird app! Tweet at us @CityCastVegas Don’t forget that you can leave us a voicemail or text us at 702-514-0719 Mon, 11 Jul 2022 13:00:00 -0000 Raiders Drama & Resilience: 101 full City Cast Catch up on our football team's dramatic last year with Vegas Nation host Heidi Fang. If you follow sports news, you probably know that the Las Vegas Raiders have had a bumpy few years: The city of Oakland is suing them for leaving, they’ve faced lawsuits and allegations of a boys club culture, their head coach resigned after his racist & homophobic emails were released, a star rookie had a horrible car crash that killed a woman… believe it or not, the list goes on. But last Thursday, the team announced their new president: Sandra Douglass Morgan, an attorney and former chair of the Nevada Gaming Control Board, and the NFL’s first Black woman president. Could this signal a new beginning for the team? Today, host Vogue Robinson sits down with Vegas Nation host and award-winning Review-Journal videographer Heidi Fang to talk about what the Raiders have been through, how they’ve displayed resilience on and off the field, and why more Las Vegans should get behind our new football team. Want more Vegas news? Make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter at lasvegas.citycast.fm/newsletter! We’re also on the bird app! Tweet at us @CityCastVegas Don’t forget that you can leave us a voicemail or text us at 702-514-0719 If you follow sports news, you probably know that the Las Vegas Raiders have had a bumpy few years: The city of Oakland is suing them for leaving, they’ve faced lawsuits and allegations of a boys club culture, their head coach resigned after his racist & homophobic emails were released, a star rookie had a horrible car crash that killed a woman… believe it or not, the list goes on. But last Thursday, the team announced their new president: Sandra Douglass Morgan, an attorney and former chair of the Nevada Gaming Control Board, and the NFL’s first Black woman president. Could this signal a new beginning for the team?


Today, host Vogue Robinson sits down with Vegas Nation host and award-winning Review-Journal videographer Heidi Fang to talk about what the Raiders have been through, how they’ve displayed resilience on and off the field, and why more Las Vegans should get behind our new football team.


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Don’t forget that you can leave us a voicemail or text us at 702-514-0719

]]> 1514 Should Fremont Be 21+? https://lasvegas.citycast.fm/ It’s Friday, which means it’s time for a news roundup! Every Friday, members of the team sit down to talk about what’s going on in Las Vegas news. Today, lead producer Sonja Cho Swanson sits down with producer Layla Muhammad and newsletter editor Scott Dickensheets. At the top of the ticket is the recent spate of violence at the Fremont Street Experience, and the curfews the city is talking about enacting for those under age 21. How can we keep Fremont safe — and also keep it weird? Next up, Layla, Scott, and Sonja share their Las Vegas origin stories (only one of us was born here — can you guess who?). And we wrap things up with some feel-good news, including a friend of Layla’s, Vegas boxer Hasim Rahman Jr., who is headed to Madison Square Garden next month to face Jake Paul. We’re rooting for the home team!!! Want more Vegas news? Make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter at lasvegas.citycast.fm/newsletter!  We’re also on Twitter! Follow us at @CityCastVegas  Want to join us for a Friday news roundup? Call or text us at 702-514-0719 with some topics!  Fri, 08 Jul 2022 13:00:00 -0000 Should Fremont Be 21+? full City Cast Every Friday, members of the team sit down to talk about what’s going on in Las Vegas news. It’s Friday, which means it’s time for a news roundup! Every Friday, members of the team sit down to talk about what’s going on in Las Vegas news. Today, lead producer Sonja Cho Swanson sits down with producer Layla Muhammad and newsletter editor Scott Dickensheets. At the top of the ticket is the recent spate of violence at the Fremont Street Experience, and the curfews the city is talking about enacting for those under age 21. How can we keep Fremont safe — and also keep it weird? Next up, Layla, Scott, and Sonja share their Las Vegas origin stories (only one of us was born here — can you guess who?). And we wrap things up with some feel-good news, including a friend of Layla’s, Vegas boxer Hasim Rahman Jr., who is headed to Madison Square Garden next month to face Jake Paul. We’re rooting for the home team!!! Want more Vegas news? Make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter at lasvegas.citycast.fm/newsletter!  We’re also on Twitter! Follow us at @CityCastVegas  Want to join us for a Friday news roundup? Call or text us at 702-514-0719 with some topics!  It’s Friday, which means it’s time for a news roundup! Every Friday, members of the team sit down to talk about what’s going on in Las Vegas news. Today, lead producer Sonja Cho Swanson sits down with producer Layla Muhammad and newsletter editor Scott Dickensheets. At the top of the ticket is the recent spate of violence at the Fremont Street Experience, and the curfews the city is talking about enacting for those under age 21. How can we keep Fremont safe — and also keep it weird? Next up, Layla, Scott, and Sonja share their Las Vegas origin stories (only one of us was born here — can you guess who?). And we wrap things up with some feel-good news, including a friend of Layla’s, Vegas boxer Hasim Rahman Jr., who is headed to Madison Square Garden next month to face Jake Paul. We’re rooting for the home team!!!


Want more Vegas news? Make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter at lasvegas.citycast.fm/newsletter! 


We’re also on Twitter! Follow us at @CityCastVegas 


Want to join us for a Friday news roundup? Call or text us at 702-514-0719 with some topics! 

]]> 1218 no A Water Woe-Down with City Cast Salt Lake https://lasvegas.citycast.fm/ Cheers, Las Vegas! John Oliver praised the city for being a model for water conservation in the Colorado River Basin while pointing out that our friends in Utah aren’t doing so well. City Cast Salt Lake Host Ali Vallarta sits down with our Lead Producer Sonja Cho Swanson to compare notes on their cities’ water usage. Thirsty for more Las Vegas news? Quench your thirst with our morning newsletter at lasvegas.citycast.fm/newsletter!  We are also on socials! Come say hi to @CityCastVegas   Drop us a line or send us a text at 702-514-0719.  Thu, 07 Jul 2022 13:00:00 -0000 A Water Woe-Down with City Cast Salt Lake full City Cast We compare notes with SLC host Ali Vallarta. Cheers, Las Vegas! John Oliver praised the city for being a model for water conservation in the Colorado River Basin while pointing out that our friends in Utah aren’t doing so well. City Cast Salt Lake Host Ali Vallarta sits down with our Lead Producer Sonja Cho Swanson to compare notes on their cities’ water usage. Thirsty for more Las Vegas news? Quench your thirst with our morning newsletter at lasvegas.citycast.fm/newsletter!  We are also on socials! Come say hi to @CityCastVegas   Drop us a line or send us a text at 702-514-0719.  Cheers, Las Vegas! John Oliver praised the city for being a model for water conservation in the Colorado River Basin while pointing out that our friends in Utah aren’t doing so well. City Cast Salt Lake Host Ali Vallarta sits down with our Lead Producer Sonja Cho Swanson to compare notes on their cities’ water usage.


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We are also on socials! Come say hi to @CityCastVegas  


Drop us a line or send us a text at 702-514-0719. 

]]> 750 Pride at The Neon Museum Doesn’t End in June https://lasvegas.citycast.fm/ Throughout the month of June, the Neon Museum hosted a series of Pride Gallery talks, tying iconic neon signs (like the Silver Slipper and the Riviera signs) to important moments in Las Vegas LGBTQIA+ history. For example: Did you know that the “Red Barn” sign advertised one of the Valley’s first openly gay bars in the 1970s? Or that the Silver Slipper was a casino with a “boylesque” female impersonators show? Today on the show, producer Layla Muhammad interviews Emily Daura, Tour Development Coordinator at the Neon Museum, about how the Pride gallery talks were developed, how they’ll carry forward beyond June, and what other new programming the museum has planned. Want more Vegas news? Make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter at lasvegas.citycast.fm/newsletter! We’re on the bird app, too — follow us on Twitter @CityCastVegas, or leave us a voicemail or text at 702-514-0719. Wed, 06 Jul 2022 13:00:00 -0000 Pride at The Neon Museum Doesn’t End in June full City Cast A snapshot of the programming at The Neon Museum! Throughout the month of June, the Neon Museum hosted a series of Pride Gallery talks, tying iconic neon signs (like the Silver Slipper and the Riviera signs) to important moments in Las Vegas LGBTQIA+ history. For example: Did you know that the “Red Barn” sign advertised one of the Valley’s first openly gay bars in the 1970s? Or that the Silver Slipper was a casino with a “boylesque” female impersonators show? Today on the show, producer Layla Muhammad interviews Emily Daura, Tour Development Coordinator at the Neon Museum, about how the Pride gallery talks were developed, how they’ll carry forward beyond June, and what other new programming the museum has planned. Want more Vegas news? Make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter at lasvegas.citycast.fm/newsletter! We’re on the bird app, too — follow us on Twitter @CityCastVegas, or leave us a voicemail or text at 702-514-0719. Throughout the month of June, the Neon Museum hosted a series of Pride Gallery talks, tying iconic neon signs (like the Silver Slipper and the Riviera signs) to important moments in Las Vegas LGBTQIA+ history. For example: Did you know that the “Red Barn” sign advertised one of the Valley’s first openly gay bars in the 1970s? Or that the Silver Slipper was a casino with a “boylesque” female impersonators show?


Today on the show, producer Layla Muhammad interviews Emily Daura, Tour Development Coordinator at the Neon Museum, about how the Pride gallery talks were developed, how they’ll carry forward beyond June, and what other new programming the museum has planned.


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]]> 1018 no Is New Tech Making Gambling Too Easy... And Too Fun? https://lasvegas.citycast.fm/ The pandemic accelerated a lot of new technologies (like Zoom meetings and online shopping), and the gaming industry was certainly not left behind. Poker players are using A.I. to optimize their game. The newly-opened casino Resorts World is the first casino in town to offer cashless wagering at slots and table games. And can we talk about all those new, immersive slots showing up everywhere? Today, Dayvid talks with Dr. Brett Abarbanel, Director of Research at the UNLV International Gaming Institute, about the blurring lines between “gambling” and “gaming,” the consequences of high-tech gambling getting too fun, and if technology could actually be part of the solution. For more news, events, and snarky commentary, sign up for our morning newsletter at lasvegas.citycast.fm/newsletter Do you have thoughts, feelings, questions about this episode? Want to share an idea with us? Tweet us @CityCastVegas You can also leave us a text or a voicemail at 702-514-0719. Tue, 05 Jul 2022 13:00:00 -0000 Is New Tech Making Gambling Too Easy... And Too Fun? full City Cast And who pays the price? The pandemic accelerated a lot of new technologies (like Zoom meetings and online shopping), and the gaming industry was certainly not left behind. Poker players are using A.I. to optimize their game. The newly-opened casino Resorts World is the first casino in town to offer cashless wagering at slots and table games. And can we talk about all those new, immersive slots showing up everywhere? Today, Dayvid talks with Dr. Brett Abarbanel, Director of Research at the UNLV International Gaming Institute, about the blurring lines between “gambling” and “gaming,” the consequences of high-tech gambling getting too fun, and if technology could actually be part of the solution. For more news, events, and snarky commentary, sign up for our morning newsletter at lasvegas.citycast.fm/newsletter Do you have thoughts, feelings, questions about this episode? Want to share an idea with us? Tweet us @CityCastVegas You can also leave us a text or a voicemail at 702-514-0719. The pandemic accelerated a lot of new technologies (like Zoom meetings and online shopping), and the gaming industry was certainly not left behind. Poker players are using A.I. to optimize their game. The newly-opened casino Resorts World is the first casino in town to offer cashless wagering at slots and table games. And can we talk about all those new, immersive slots showing up everywhere?


Today, Dayvid talks with Dr. Brett Abarbanel, Director of Research at the UNLV International Gaming Institute, about the blurring lines between “gambling” and “gaming,” the consequences of high-tech gambling getting too fun, and if technology could actually be part of the solution.


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]]> 1435 Nevada’s Legislators Have Day Jobs. Should They? https://lasvegas.citycast.fm/ Nevada is one of just a handful of states with a “citizen legislature” — our lawmakers convene every other year, get paid a nominal fee, and have day jobs. A recent lawsuit claims that at least some of those legislators violate our state constitution: Government employees aren’t supposed to be legislators. But, as host Dayvid Figler points out, lawmakers with any sort of day job inevitably have conflicts of interest. And because they’re biennial part-timers, guess who ends up wielding a lot of influence? Lobbyists! Dayvid has some big feels about all of this, so lead producer Sonja Cho Swanson chats him up about why the framers of the state constitution created a citizen legislature … and why it might not be such a good idea anymore. Want more Vegas news? Make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter at lasvegas.citycast.fm/newsletter!  We’re also on Twitter! Follow us at @CityCastVegas  You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719.  Thu, 30 Jun 2022 13:00:00 -0000 Nevada’s Legislators Have Day Jobs. Should They? full City Cast Nevada legislators meet every other year, get paid a nominal fee, and have day jobs — host Dayvid Figler points out the flaws in this system and the lawsuit surrounding it. Nevada is one of just a handful of states with a “citizen legislature” — our lawmakers convene every other year, get paid a nominal fee, and have day jobs. A recent lawsuit claims that at least some of those legislators violate our state constitution: Government employees aren’t supposed to be legislators. But, as host Dayvid Figler points out, lawmakers with any sort of day job inevitably have conflicts of interest. And because they’re biennial part-timers, guess who ends up wielding a lot of influence? Lobbyists! Dayvid has some big feels about all of this, so lead producer Sonja Cho Swanson chats him up about why the framers of the state constitution created a citizen legislature … and why it might not be such a good idea anymore. Want more Vegas news? Make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter at lasvegas.citycast.fm/newsletter!  We’re also on Twitter! Follow us at @CityCastVegas  You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719.  Nevada is one of just a handful of states with a “citizen legislature” — our lawmakers convene every other year, get paid a nominal fee, and have day jobs. A recent lawsuit claims that at least some of those legislators violate our state constitution: Government employees aren’t supposed to be legislators. But, as host Dayvid Figler points out, lawmakers with any sort of day job inevitably have conflicts of interest. And because they’re biennial part-timers, guess who ends up wielding a lot of influence? Lobbyists! Dayvid has some big feels about all of this, so lead producer Sonja Cho Swanson chats him up about why the framers of the state constitution created a citizen legislature … and why it might not be such a good idea anymore.


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]]> 1328 no Pride Month Political Vibe Check As Pride Month comes to a close and midterm elections loom over us, Nevada Current reporter Michael Lyle shares his findings on how anti-LGBTQ bills and rhetoric from politicians, both locally and nationally, are affecting the queer community. With over 300 proposed bills nationwide to limit the rights of LGBTQ community members this year and local candidates adopting hateful language, the current atmosphere is creating a what Michael calls “chilling effect." It's not all doom and gloom, though: Listen through to the end to hear what has brought Michael joy and pride this Pride month. Want more Vegas news? Make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter at lasvegas.citycast.fm/newsletter!  We’re also on Twitter! Follow us at @CityCastVegas  You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719.  Tue, 28 Jun 2022 13:00:00 -0000 Pride Month Political Vibe Check full City Cast Nevada Current Reporter Michael Lyle on the State of the LGBTQ Community As Pride Month comes to a close and midterm elections loom over us, Nevada Current reporter Michael Lyle shares his findings on how anti-LGBTQ bills and rhetoric from politicians, both locally and nationally, are affecting the queer community. With over 300 proposed bills nationwide to limit the rights of LGBTQ community members this year and local candidates adopting hateful language, the current atmosphere is creating a what Michael calls “chilling effect." It's not all doom and gloom, though: Listen through to the end to hear what has brought Michael joy and pride this Pride month. Want more Vegas news? Make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter at lasvegas.citycast.fm/newsletter!  We’re also on Twitter! Follow us at @CityCastVegas  You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719.  As Pride Month comes to a close and midterm elections loom over us, Nevada Current reporter Michael Lyle shares his findings on how anti-LGBTQ bills and rhetoric from politicians, both locally and nationally, are affecting the queer community. With over 300 proposed bills nationwide to limit the rights of LGBTQ community members this year and local candidates adopting hateful language, the current atmosphere is creating a what Michael calls “chilling effect." It's not all doom and gloom, though: Listen through to the end to hear what has brought Michael joy and pride this Pride month.


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]]> 1383 Why This Food Writer Won't Eat Pinkbox Doughnuts https://lasvegas.citycast.fm/ Food writer Kim Foster loves a good donut — but you won’t ever find her at Pinkbox Doughnuts, a booming chain here in the Valley. That’s because Pinkbox is owned by the Siegel Group, a Vegas-based corporation that manages dozens of weekly stay apartments across several states. The Siegel Group is currently being investigated by a House panel regarding its eviction practices during the pandemic. And, as Kim explains, far from being the solution to our housing crisis, weeklies can drive people into even more instability. Want some more Vegas news, events, and insider hot takes? Then be sure to sign up for our morning newsletter! Got a piping hot take on Pinkbox Doughnuts or weeklies? Leave us a voicemail at 702-514-0719, or tweet at us @CityCastVegas! Thu, 23 Jun 2022 13:00:00 -0000 Why This Food Writer Won't Eat Pinkbox Doughnuts full City Cast (Even though they look delicious) Food writer Kim Foster loves a good donut — but you won’t ever find her at Pinkbox Doughnuts, a booming chain here in the Valley. That’s because Pinkbox is owned by the Siegel Group, a Vegas-based corporation that manages dozens of weekly stay apartments across several states. The Siegel Group is currently being investigated by a House panel regarding its eviction practices during the pandemic. And, as Kim explains, far from being the solution to our housing crisis, weeklies can drive people into even more instability. Want some more Vegas news, events, and insider hot takes? Then be sure to sign up for our morning newsletter! Got a piping hot take on Pinkbox Doughnuts or weeklies? Leave us a voicemail at 702-514-0719, or tweet at us @CityCastVegas! Food writer Kim Foster loves a good donut — but you won’t ever find her at Pinkbox Doughnuts, a booming chain here in the Valley. That’s because Pinkbox is owned by the Siegel Group, a Vegas-based corporation that manages dozens of weekly stay apartments across several states. The Siegel Group is currently being investigated by a House panel regarding its eviction practices during the pandemic. And, as Kim explains, far from being the solution to our housing crisis, weeklies can drive people into even more instability.


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]]> 1246 Major Takeaways from the Nevada Primary Election https://lasvegas.citycast.fm/ The Nevada primary election ended last Tuesday and the road to the general election has begun. Some races turned out as expected, while others were a little surprising. Assistant editor and political reporter from the Nevada Independent Michelle Rindels joins Dayvid to discuss how some of these results could give us insights into November’s election, and what it says about the broader political climate in Nevada. Be sure to also check out today’s episode of IndyMatters for more takeaways from the NV primary! Looking to stay up-to-date this election cycle? Sign up for our morning newsletter at lasvegas.citycast.fm/newsletter for major election news and some much more.  You can also keep up with us on Twitter at @CityCastVegas or call/text us at 702-514-0719! Tue, 21 Jun 2022 13:00:00 -0000 Major Takeaways from the Nevada Primary Election full City Cast We sit down with Michelle Rindels of the NV Indy to talk about the Primary results and what to look forward to this fall. The Nevada primary election ended last Tuesday and the road to the general election has begun. Some races turned out as expected, while others were a little surprising. Assistant editor and political reporter from the Nevada Independent Michelle Rindels joins Dayvid to discuss how some of these results could give us insights into November’s election, and what it says about the broader political climate in Nevada. Be sure to also check out today’s episode of IndyMatters for more takeaways from the NV primary! Looking to stay up-to-date this election cycle? Sign up for our morning newsletter at lasvegas.citycast.fm/newsletter for major election news and some much more.  You can also keep up with us on Twitter at @CityCastVegas or call/text us at 702-514-0719! The Nevada primary election ended last Tuesday and the road to the general election has begun. Some races turned out as expected, while others were a little surprising. Assistant editor and political reporter from the Nevada Independent Michelle Rindels joins Dayvid to discuss how some of these results could give us insights into November’s election, and what it says about the broader political climate in Nevada.


Be sure to also check out today’s episode of IndyMatters for more takeaways from the NV primary!


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]]> 1058 Juneteenth 365 Days a Year https://lasvegas.citycast.fm/ Juneteenth, the day Union soldiers took over in Galveston, TX and delivered the news of the Emancipation Proclamation to the last enslaved people on June 19, 1865, is being honored as a federal holiday for the second year since President Biden signed it into law in 2021. Since many people did not learn about the Juneteenth in school, our hosts Vogue and Dayvid offer some historical context and where Nevada stood at the time. Vogue then talks to Dre Whitfield of Juneteenth365 about their work, celebrations in Las Vegas, how the community can continue offering support to Black businesses 365 days a year. You can find more about the work Juneteenth365 does year-round and events this weekend on Instagram at @officialJuneteenth365. Need more news from a trusty neighbor? Make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter at lasvegas.citycast.fm/newsletter!  Your neighbors are also on Twitter! Follow us at @CityCastVegas  You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719. Thu, 16 Jun 2022 13:00:00 -0000 Juneteenth 365 Days a Year full City Cast How We Can Celebrate the Black Community All Year Long Juneteenth, the day Union soldiers took over in Galveston, TX and delivered the news of the Emancipation Proclamation to the last enslaved people on June 19, 1865, is being honored as a federal holiday for the second year since President Biden signed it into law in 2021. Since many people did not learn about the Juneteenth in school, our hosts Vogue and Dayvid offer some historical context and where Nevada stood at the time. Vogue then talks to Dre Whitfield of Juneteenth365 about their work, celebrations in Las Vegas, how the community can continue offering support to Black businesses 365 days a year. You can find more about the work Juneteenth365 does year-round and events this weekend on Instagram at @officialJuneteenth365. Need more news from a trusty neighbor? Make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter at lasvegas.citycast.fm/newsletter!  Your neighbors are also on Twitter! Follow us at @CityCastVegas  You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719. Juneteenth, the day Union soldiers took over in Galveston, TX and delivered the news of the Emancipation Proclamation to the last enslaved people on June 19, 1865, is being honored as a federal holiday for the second year since President Biden signed it into law in 2021. Since many people did not learn about the Juneteenth in school, our hosts Vogue and Dayvid offer some historical context and where Nevada stood at the time. Vogue then talks to Dre Whitfield of Juneteenth365 about their work, celebrations in Las Vegas, how the community can continue offering support to Black businesses 365 days a year.


You can find more about the work Juneteenth365 does year-round and events this weekend on Instagram at @officialJuneteenth365.


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]]> 1415 Who Speaks for the Trees in LV? https://lasvegas.citycast.fm/ Las Vegas is the fastest-warming city in the U.S. — and that's only made worse by the urban heat island effect, caused by dense concentrations of heat-trapping concrete, asphalt, glass, and steel. (Read more about Southern Nevada's extreme heat vulnerability on this site from RTC: Southern Nevada Strong.) The effect isn't evenly distributed: Our neighbors in the center and Eastside of the city see even higher temperatures from older infrastructure and more blacktop. This April, the City of Las Vegas announced a plan to plant 60,000 trees by 2025 to combat the city's extreme heat. In today's episode, the state’s only female Master Arborist and founder of the non-profit Nevada Plants, Lisa Ortega, joins us to discuss why trees are the answer to our heat problems, how this disproportionally affects communities of color, and why we might just be able to dub her the Lorax of Las Vegas. Tue, 14 Jun 2022 13:00:00 -0000 Who Speaks for the Trees in LV? full City Cast As parts of Vegas turn into urban heat islands, trees might hold the answer. Las Vegas is the fastest-warming city in the U.S. — and that's only made worse by the urban heat island effect, caused by dense concentrations of heat-trapping concrete, asphalt, glass, and steel. (Read more about Southern Nevada's extreme heat vulnerability on this site from RTC: Southern Nevada Strong.) The effect isn't evenly distributed: Our neighbors in the center and Eastside of the city see even higher temperatures from older infrastructure and more blacktop. This April, the City of Las Vegas announced a plan to plant 60,000 trees by 2025 to combat the city's extreme heat. In today's episode, the state’s only female Master Arborist and founder of the non-profit Nevada Plants, Lisa Ortega, joins us to discuss why trees are the answer to our heat problems, how this disproportionally affects communities of color, and why we might just be able to dub her the Lorax of Las Vegas. Las Vegas is the fastest-warming city in the U.S. — and that's only made worse by the urban heat island effect, caused by dense concentrations of heat-trapping concrete, asphalt, glass, and steel. (Read more about Southern Nevada's extreme heat vulnerability on this site from RTC: Southern Nevada Strong.) The effect isn't evenly distributed: Our neighbors in the center and Eastside of the city see even higher temperatures from older infrastructure and more blacktop.

This April, the City of Las Vegas announced a plan to plant 60,000 trees by 2025 to combat the city's extreme heat. In today's episode, the state’s only female Master Arborist and founder of the non-profit Nevada Plants, Lisa Ortega, joins us to discuss why trees are the answer to our heat problems, how this disproportionally affects communities of color, and why we might just be able to dub her the Lorax of Las Vegas.

]]> 1156 Cheers to Restaurant Week! https://lasvegas.citycast.fm/ Three Square’s Restaurant Week is here! For its 15th year, about 200 restaurants have joined Southern Nevada’s only food bank to work towards their goal of a hunger-free community. In Nevada, 1 in 8 residents, and 1 in 6 children, struggle with food insecurity. The pandemic exacerbated this issue, putting the state among the most food-insecure in the nation. Kate Hibbard Gaines, Director of Development at Three Square, joins us to talk about Restaurant Week (June 6 - 17), how they support food-insecure residents, and what’s on the menu that she is looking forward to. You can visit www.restaurantweeklv.org for more information about participating restaurants and www.threesquare.org for how to support their fight against food insecurity in Southern Nevada. And be sure to share your experiences on social media using the hashtag #LVRW! Hungry for more Vegas news? Make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter at lasvegas.citycast.fm/newsletter!  Follow us on Twitter at @CityCastVegas What are you looking forward to trying during Restaurant Week? Call or text us at 702-514-0719.  Thu, 09 Jun 2022 13:00:00 -0000 Cheers to Restaurant Week! full City Cast How Threesquare fights hunger with every prix fixe meal you buy during Restaurant Week Three Square’s Restaurant Week is here! For its 15th year, about 200 restaurants have joined Southern Nevada’s only food bank to work towards their goal of a hunger-free community. In Nevada, 1 in 8 residents, and 1 in 6 children, struggle with food insecurity. The pandemic exacerbated this issue, putting the state among the most food-insecure in the nation. Kate Hibbard Gaines, Director of Development at Three Square, joins us to talk about Restaurant Week (June 6 - 17), how they support food-insecure residents, and what’s on the menu that she is looking forward to. You can visit www.restaurantweeklv.org for more information about participating restaurants and www.threesquare.org for how to support their fight against food insecurity in Southern Nevada. And be sure to share your experiences on social media using the hashtag #LVRW! Hungry for more Vegas news? Make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter at lasvegas.citycast.fm/newsletter!  Follow us on Twitter at @CityCastVegas What are you looking forward to trying during Restaurant Week? Call or text us at 702-514-0719.  Three Square’s Restaurant Week is here! For its 15th year, about 200 restaurants have joined Southern Nevada’s only food bank to work towards their goal of a hunger-free community. In Nevada, 1 in 8 residents, and 1 in 6 children, struggle with food insecurity. The pandemic exacerbated this issue, putting the state among the most food-insecure in the nation. Kate Hibbard Gaines, Director of Development at Three Square, joins us to talk about Restaurant Week (June 6 - 17), how they support food-insecure residents, and what’s on the menu that she is looking forward to.


You can visit www.restaurantweeklv.org for more information about participating restaurants and www.threesquare.org for how to support their fight against food insecurity in Southern Nevada. And be sure to share your experiences on social media using the hashtag #LVRW!


Hungry for more Vegas news? Make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter at lasvegas.citycast.fm/newsletter! 


Follow us on Twitter at @CityCastVegas


What are you looking forward to trying during Restaurant Week? Call or text us at 702-514-0719. 

]]> 1143 Vegas had the Nation’s Worst Formula Shortage — Here’s the Big Picture https://lasvegas.citycast.fm/ The nationwide formula shortage hit Las Vegas hard: According to the Nevada Independent, we were the number one metro area with a formula deficiency in May. And while production was brought back online this weekend, supplies are expected to remain tight until at least June 20th. Nearly four-fifths of Nevada’s babies rely on formula — why the high demand? UNLV Public Health Professor Gabriela Buccini, who studies maternal health and infant nutrition, chats with lead producer Sonja Cho Swanson about what’s missing in the formula shortage conversation today. We hear about formula marketing strategies, America‘s woefully inadequate maternity leave, and why bodybuilders have created a black market for human breast milk. Do you have opinions on breastfeeding, the formula shortage, or how babies get fed? Leave us a voicemail or send us a text! We’re at 702-514-0719. Or tweet at us! Follow us @CityCastVegas And for even more Vegas news, events, and observations, make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter at lasvegas.citycast.fm/newsletter Tue, 07 Jun 2022 13:00:00 -0000 Vegas had the Nation’s Worst Formula Shortage — Here’s the Big Picture full City Cast The nationwide formula shortage hit Las Vegas hard. UNLV Public Health Professor Gabriela Buccini, who studies maternal health and infant nutrition, chats with lead producer Sonja Cho Swanson about what’s missing in the formula shortage conversation today. The nationwide formula shortage hit Las Vegas hard: According to the Nevada Independent, we were the number one metro area with a formula deficiency in May. And while production was brought back online this weekend, supplies are expected to remain tight until at least June 20th. Nearly four-fifths of Nevada’s babies rely on formula — why the high demand? UNLV Public Health Professor Gabriela Buccini, who studies maternal health and infant nutrition, chats with lead producer Sonja Cho Swanson about what’s missing in the formula shortage conversation today. We hear about formula marketing strategies, America‘s woefully inadequate maternity leave, and why bodybuilders have created a black market for human breast milk. Do you have opinions on breastfeeding, the formula shortage, or how babies get fed? Leave us a voicemail or send us a text! We’re at 702-514-0719. Or tweet at us! Follow us @CityCastVegas And for even more Vegas news, events, and observations, make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter at lasvegas.citycast.fm/newsletter The nationwide formula shortage hit Las Vegas hard: According to the Nevada Independent, we were the number one metro area with a formula deficiency in May. And while production was brought back online this weekend, supplies are expected to remain tight until at least June 20th. Nearly four-fifths of Nevada’s babies rely on formula — why the high demand? UNLV Public Health Professor Gabriela Buccini, who studies maternal health and infant nutrition, chats with lead producer Sonja Cho Swanson about what’s missing in the formula shortage conversation today. We hear about formula marketing strategies, America‘s woefully inadequate maternity leave, and why bodybuilders have created a black market for human breast milk.


Do you have opinions on breastfeeding, the formula shortage, or how babies get fed? Leave us a voicemail or send us a text! We’re at 702-514-0719.


Or tweet at us! Follow us @CityCastVegas


And for even more Vegas news, events, and observations, make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter at lasvegas.citycast.fm/newsletter

]]> 1187 no Why Our Host Vogue Robinson Toughs Out the Summer Heat https://lasvegas.citycast.fm/ It’s true, the news is out: We have a brand new host joining the team. Please join us in welcoming Vogue Robinson to City Cast Las Vegas! Many of you already know Vogue from her work as a poet, author, mentor, and teaching artist in Las Vegas — but if you don’t, we’re so excited for you to get to know and love her as much as we do. On today’s show, our producers queued up some very-Vegas questions for Dayvid and Vogue to draw from a (metaphorical) hat: Where to find the best ice cream in town, parking strategies when it’s 120F outside, and what Vegas stereotypes are actually (yes!) true. Be sure to head over to Twitter to follow Vogue @Vogue_316 and join us in welcoming her to the team (we’re at @CityCastVegas). If you have questions or a welcome message for Vogue, you can send us a text or leave us a voicemail at 702-514-0719. And last but not least, make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter at lasvegas.citycast.fm/newsletter! Thu, 02 Jun 2022 13:00:00 -0000 Why Our Host Vogue Robinson Toughs Out the Summer Heat full City Cast Welcome our new co-host Vogue Robinson to City Cast Las Vegas with a Vegas-y Q&A between her and Dayvid! It’s true, the news is out: We have a brand new host joining the team. Please join us in welcoming Vogue Robinson to City Cast Las Vegas! Many of you already know Vogue from her work as a poet, author, mentor, and teaching artist in Las Vegas — but if you don’t, we’re so excited for you to get to know and love her as much as we do. On today’s show, our producers queued up some very-Vegas questions for Dayvid and Vogue to draw from a (metaphorical) hat: Where to find the best ice cream in town, parking strategies when it’s 120F outside, and what Vegas stereotypes are actually (yes!) true. Be sure to head over to Twitter to follow Vogue @Vogue_316 and join us in welcoming her to the team (we’re at @CityCastVegas). If you have questions or a welcome message for Vogue, you can send us a text or leave us a voicemail at 702-514-0719. And last but not least, make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter at lasvegas.citycast.fm/newsletter! It’s true, the news is out: We have a brand new host joining the team. Please join us in welcoming Vogue Robinson to City Cast Las Vegas! Many of you already know Vogue from her work as a poet, author, mentor, and teaching artist in Las Vegas — but if you don’t, we’re so excited for you to get to know and love her as much as we do. On today’s show, our producers queued up some very-Vegas questions for Dayvid and Vogue to draw from a (metaphorical) hat: Where to find the best ice cream in town, parking strategies when it’s 120F outside, and what Vegas stereotypes are actually (yes!) true.


Be sure to head over to Twitter to follow Vogue @Vogue_316 and join us in welcoming her to the team (we’re at @CityCastVegas).


If you have questions or a welcome message for Vogue, you can send us a text or leave us a voicemail at 702-514-0719.


And last but not least, make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter at lasvegas.citycast.fm/newsletter!

]]> 1083 no Why So Much is at Stake in This Year’s NV Secretary of State Election https://lasvegas.citycast.fm/ Nevada's Secretary of State election isn’t one that typically makes too many headlines—after all, how many of us know what exactly that job entails? But, as the Review-Journal Politics and Government Editor Steve Sebelius reminds us, when it comes to elections integrity, the Secretary of State matters a whole lot: They preside over the state Electoral College, and ensure that the will of the people is carried out during elections. Today, Dayvid and Steve talk about outgoing Secretary Barbara Cegavske’s strikingly nonpartisan tenure, where the candidates lie on the Big Lie spectrum, and why Steve thinks the Secretary of State race is Nevada’s single most important race of 2022—and how democracy itself might be at stake. Tue, 31 May 2022 13:00:00 -0000 Why So Much is at Stake in This Year’s NV Secretary of State Election full City Cast Steve Sebelius explains how crucial the Secretary of State is to our elections, and why so many candidates are election denialists. Nevada's Secretary of State election isn’t one that typically makes too many headlines—after all, how many of us know what exactly that job entails? But, as the Review-Journal Politics and Government Editor Steve Sebelius reminds us, when it comes to elections integrity, the Secretary of State matters a whole lot: They preside over the state Electoral College, and ensure that the will of the people is carried out during elections. Today, Dayvid and Steve talk about outgoing Secretary Barbara Cegavske’s strikingly nonpartisan tenure, where the candidates lie on the Big Lie spectrum, and why Steve thinks the Secretary of State race is Nevada’s single most important race of 2022—and how democracy itself might be at stake. Nevada's Secretary of State election isn’t one that typically makes too many headlines—after all, how many of us know what exactly that job entails? But, as the Review-Journal Politics and Government Editor Steve Sebelius reminds us, when it comes to elections integrity, the Secretary of State matters a whole lot: They preside over the state Electoral College, and ensure that the will of the people is carried out during elections.

Today, Dayvid and Steve talk about outgoing Secretary Barbara Cegavske’s strikingly nonpartisan tenure, where the candidates lie on the Big Lie spectrum, and why Steve thinks the Secretary of State race is Nevada’s single most important race of 2022—and how democracy itself might be at stake.

]]> 1283 Guest Episode: Introducing Cheftimony + The Las Vegas Food Community https://lasvegas.citycast.fm/ Today, we have a special guest episode with Graham MacLennon, host of the podcast Cheftimony. Graham is a lawyer-turned-chef-turned-lawyer once again who brings his inquisitive eye to the food world—and quite often, the Las Vegas food world. Graham is one of those special Las Vegas regulars who not only takes frequent trips here, but has also taken the time to immerse himself in life off the Strip and learn how locals see the food scene here. In this guest episode, Graham shares two excerpts: One from an interview with Josh Crain, Executive Chef of Bouchon Bistro at The Venetian, and another with Laura Tucker, food enthusiast, craft beer lover, and Nevada Senior Deputy Attorney General. You can learn more about Cheftimony and hear more of their excellent episodes at www.cheftimony.com. Be sure to give them a follow on Twitter @cheftimony and Instagram @cheftimony. Fri, 27 May 2022 13:00:00 -0000 Guest Episode: Introducing Cheftimony + The Las Vegas Food Community bonus City Cast Cheftimony host and Las Vegas aficionado Graham MacLennan shares excerpts from some of his favorite Las Vegas foodie interviews Today, we have a special guest episode with Graham MacLennon, host of the podcast Cheftimony. Graham is a lawyer-turned-chef-turned-lawyer once again who brings his inquisitive eye to the food world—and quite often, the Las Vegas food world. Graham is one of those special Las Vegas regulars who not only takes frequent trips here, but has also taken the time to immerse himself in life off the Strip and learn how locals see the food scene here. In this guest episode, Graham shares two excerpts: One from an interview with Josh Crain, Executive Chef of Bouchon Bistro at The Venetian, and another with Laura Tucker, food enthusiast, craft beer lover, and Nevada Senior Deputy Attorney General. You can learn more about Cheftimony and hear more of their excellent episodes at www.cheftimony.com. Be sure to give them a follow on Twitter @cheftimony and Instagram @cheftimony. Today, we have a special guest episode with Graham MacLennon, host of the podcast Cheftimony. Graham is a lawyer-turned-chef-turned-lawyer once again who brings his inquisitive eye to the food world—and quite often, the Las Vegas food world. Graham is one of those special Las Vegas regulars who not only takes frequent trips here, but has also taken the time to immerse himself in life off the Strip and learn how locals see the food scene here. In this guest episode, Graham shares two excerpts: One from an interview with Josh Crain, Executive Chef of Bouchon Bistro at The Venetian, and another with Laura Tucker, food enthusiast, craft beer lover, and Nevada Senior Deputy Attorney General.


You can learn more about Cheftimony and hear more of their excellent episodes at www.cheftimony.com. Be sure to give them a follow on Twitter @cheftimony and Instagram @cheftimony.

]]> 1399 ProPublica’s Stunning COVID Testing Exposé and What Comes Next https://lasvegas.citycast.fm/ Last week, ProPublica co-published a stunning investigative piece with The Nevada Independent detailing how a politically-connected COVID testing company called Northshore scored contracts across the state — but, as later investigations revealed, Northshore’s PCR tests were wildly inaccurate (in one instance, they had a 96% false negative rate), sending sick people back out into the community. Today, Dayvid talks with Anjeanette Damon, the journalist who wrote the piece, about what this investigation tells us about Nevada’s pandemic response, our faith in public health officials, and the potential political fallout from the revelations. Get even more Vegas news (and events and more!) in our newsletter at lasvegas.citycast.fm/newsletter Are you on Twitter? We are too! Follow us @CityCastVegas  And we love your texts and voicemails — send those our way at 702-514-0719. Thu, 26 May 2022 13:00:00 -0000 ProPublica’s Stunning COVID Testing Exposé and What Comes Next full City Cast Today, Dayvid talks with Anjeanette Damon, the journalist who wrote the stunning ProPublica piece on a COVID testing company's wildly inaccurate PCR tests, about what this investigation tells us about Nevada’s pandemic response, our faith in public health officials, and the potential political fallout from the revelations. Last week, ProPublica co-published a stunning investigative piece with The Nevada Independent detailing how a politically-connected COVID testing company called Northshore scored contracts across the state — but, as later investigations revealed, Northshore’s PCR tests were wildly inaccurate (in one instance, they had a 96% false negative rate), sending sick people back out into the community. Today, Dayvid talks with Anjeanette Damon, the journalist who wrote the piece, about what this investigation tells us about Nevada’s pandemic response, our faith in public health officials, and the potential political fallout from the revelations. Get even more Vegas news (and events and more!) in our newsletter at lasvegas.citycast.fm/newsletter Are you on Twitter? We are too! Follow us @CityCastVegas  And we love your texts and voicemails — send those our way at 702-514-0719. Last week, ProPublica co-published a stunning investigative piece with The Nevada Independent detailing how a politically-connected COVID testing company called Northshore scored contracts across the state — but, as later investigations revealed, Northshore’s PCR tests were wildly inaccurate (in one instance, they had a 96% false negative rate), sending sick people back out into the community.


Today, Dayvid talks with Anjeanette Damon, the journalist who wrote the piece, about what this investigation tells us about Nevada’s pandemic response, our faith in public health officials, and the potential political fallout from the revelations.


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]]> 1380 no Can A Million Dollar Diner Help Historic Huntridge? https://lasvegas.citycast.fm/ Last Thursday, Dapper Companies announced two winners for The Great Las Vegas Coffee Shop Giveaway, Dinette Luncheonette and Winnie & Ethel’s Downtown Diner. The latter of the two will receive a fully built out restaurant with goods and services estimated to be over $950,000 at the historic Huntridge Shopping Center. Winnie & Ethel’s will be a part of the Dapper Companies’ plan to reopen the shopping center and neighboring Huntridge Theater, which have been fixtures in Downtown Las Vegas for over half a century. Like many historic sites that fall into disrepair, the significance can get lost with time, so on today’s episode, our host and Downtown Las Vegas resident Dayvid Figler explains to our producer Layla Muhammad why the Huntridge neighborhood is considered historic. Then, we talk to the owners of Winnie & Ethel’s Downtown Diner, Mallory Gott and Aaron Lee, about their new spot and what they hope to add to the community. Longing for that back-fence neighbor? Sign up for our morning newsletter at lasvegas.citycast.fm/newsletter!  Keep up with us on Twitter at @CityCastVegas. Is there something coming to Vegas that excites you? Leave us a voicemail or text us 702-514-0719. Tue, 24 May 2022 13:00:00 -0000 Can A Million Dollar Diner Help Historic Huntridge? full City Cast Two downtown Las Vegas residents have won the Great Las Vegas Coffee Shop Giveaway—a sign that new times are ahead for an old, beloved neighborhood. Last Thursday, Dapper Companies announced two winners for The Great Las Vegas Coffee Shop Giveaway, Dinette Luncheonette and Winnie & Ethel’s Downtown Diner. The latter of the two will receive a fully built out restaurant with goods and services estimated to be over $950,000 at the historic Huntridge Shopping Center. Winnie & Ethel’s will be a part of the Dapper Companies’ plan to reopen the shopping center and neighboring Huntridge Theater, which have been fixtures in Downtown Las Vegas for over half a century. Like many historic sites that fall into disrepair, the significance can get lost with time, so on today’s episode, our host and Downtown Las Vegas resident Dayvid Figler explains to our producer Layla Muhammad why the Huntridge neighborhood is considered historic. Then, we talk to the owners of Winnie & Ethel’s Downtown Diner, Mallory Gott and Aaron Lee, about their new spot and what they hope to add to the community. Longing for that back-fence neighbor? Sign up for our morning newsletter at lasvegas.citycast.fm/newsletter!  Keep up with us on Twitter at @CityCastVegas. Is there something coming to Vegas that excites you? Leave us a voicemail or text us 702-514-0719. Last Thursday, Dapper Companies announced two winners for The Great Las Vegas Coffee Shop Giveaway, Dinette Luncheonette and Winnie & Ethel’s Downtown Diner. The latter of the two will receive a fully built out restaurant with goods and services estimated to be over $950,000 at the historic Huntridge Shopping Center. Winnie & Ethel’s will be a part of the Dapper Companies’ plan to reopen the shopping center and neighboring Huntridge Theater, which have been fixtures in Downtown Las Vegas for over half a century.


Like many historic sites that fall into disrepair, the significance can get lost with time, so on today’s episode, our host and Downtown Las Vegas resident Dayvid Figler explains to our producer Layla Muhammad why the Huntridge neighborhood is considered historic. Then, we talk to the owners of Winnie & Ethel’s Downtown Diner, Mallory Gott and Aaron Lee, about their new spot and what they hope to add to the community.


Longing for that back-fence neighbor? Sign up for our morning newsletter at lasvegas.citycast.fm/newsletter! 


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Is there something coming to Vegas that excites you? Leave us a voicemail or text us 702-514-0719.

]]> 1496 no When Legal Marijuana Isn't Legal: The ACLU Battles the NV Board of Pharmacy https://lasvegas.citycast.fm/ Despite being legal in our state for medical and recreational use since 2016, the Nevada Board of Pharmacy has marijuana classified as a Schedule I substance, the strictest classification for drugs with "no currently accepted medical use," up there with methamphetamine and heroin. So last month, the American Civil Liberties Union of Nevada (ACLUNV) filed a lawsuit against the state to have marijuana removed from the list of Schedule I drugs. ACLUNV Executive Director Athar Haseebullah explains how Nevadans are still being impacted by the possession of marijuana because of this “loophole” that disproportionately affects communities of color and what they hope to achieve starting with their first major hearing on Monday. Thu, 19 May 2022 13:00:00 -0000 When Legal Marijuana Isn't Legal: The ACLU Battles the NV Board of Pharmacy full City Cast The ACLUNV says a loophole in state policy means people can still get arrested for possession. Despite being legal in our state for medical and recreational use since 2016, the Nevada Board of Pharmacy has marijuana classified as a Schedule I substance, the strictest classification for drugs with "no currently accepted medical use," up there with methamphetamine and heroin. So last month, the American Civil Liberties Union of Nevada (ACLUNV) filed a lawsuit against the state to have marijuana removed from the list of Schedule I drugs. ACLUNV Executive Director Athar Haseebullah explains how Nevadans are still being impacted by the possession of marijuana because of this “loophole” that disproportionately affects communities of color and what they hope to achieve starting with their first major hearing on Monday. Despite being legal in our state for medical and recreational use since 2016, the Nevada Board of Pharmacy has marijuana classified as a Schedule I substance, the strictest classification for drugs with "no currently accepted medical use," up there with methamphetamine and heroin. So last month, the American Civil Liberties Union of Nevada (ACLUNV) filed a lawsuit against the state to have marijuana removed from the list of Schedule I drugs. ACLUNV Executive Director Athar Haseebullah explains how Nevadans are still being impacted by the possession of marijuana because of this “loophole” that disproportionately affects communities of color and what they hope to achieve starting with their first major hearing on Monday.

]]> 1288 Restorative Justice in Schools is Under Fire—Should it Be? https://lasvegas.citycast.fm/ Last month, the rising violence in Clark County School District came to a head in a horrific attack on a teacher, sending shockwaves through the community. In response, the Clark County Education Association, the Valley’s largest teacher’s union, presented a statement pointing a finger at restorative justice, which they called an “unfunded law” that “handcuffs”educators from taking action against violent students. So what exactly is this restorative justice policy in CCSD, and what are the challenges it’s facing? Why do advocates think it’s needed, and how can it improve? Lead producer Sonja Cho Swanson sits down with CCSD Police Captain Ken Young, who’s been with the District for 30 years, to talk about school safety and the culture shift required within the police force to get kids off the track to juvie and on track to graduation. Want more Vegas news? Make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter at lasvegas.citycast.fm/newsletter! We’re also on Twitter! Follow us at @CityCastVegas You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719 with your perspective on restorative justice or any other LV topic! Tue, 17 May 2022 13:00:00 -0000 Restorative Justice in Schools is Under Fire—Should it Be? full City Cast Lead producer Sonja Cho Swanson sits down with CCSD Police Captain Ken Young, who’s been with the District for 30 years, to talk about school safety and the culture shift required within the police force to get kids off the track to juvie and on track to graduation. Last month, the rising violence in Clark County School District came to a head in a horrific attack on a teacher, sending shockwaves through the community. In response, the Clark County Education Association, the Valley’s largest teacher’s union, presented a statement pointing a finger at restorative justice, which they called an “unfunded law” that “handcuffs”educators from taking action against violent students. So what exactly is this restorative justice policy in CCSD, and what are the challenges it’s facing? Why do advocates think it’s needed, and how can it improve? Lead producer Sonja Cho Swanson sits down with CCSD Police Captain Ken Young, who’s been with the District for 30 years, to talk about school safety and the culture shift required within the police force to get kids off the track to juvie and on track to graduation. Want more Vegas news? Make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter at lasvegas.citycast.fm/newsletter! We’re also on Twitter! Follow us at @CityCastVegas You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719 with your perspective on restorative justice or any other LV topic! Last month, the rising violence in Clark County School District came to a head in a horrific attack on a teacher, sending shockwaves through the community. In response, the Clark County Education Association, the Valley’s largest teacher’s union, presented a statement pointing a finger at restorative justice, which they called an “unfunded law” that “handcuffs”educators from taking action against violent students.


So what exactly is this restorative justice policy in CCSD, and what are the challenges it’s facing? Why do advocates think it’s needed, and how can it improve? Lead producer Sonja Cho Swanson sits down with CCSD Police Captain Ken Young, who’s been with the District for 30 years, to talk about school safety and the culture shift required within the police force to get kids off the track to juvie and on track to graduation.


Want more Vegas news? Make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter at lasvegas.citycast.fm/newsletter!


We’re also on Twitter! Follow us at @CityCastVegas


You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719 with your perspective on restorative justice or any other LV topic!

]]> 1293 no Guns, Clowns, and Zeal: Las Vegas’ Newest Immersive Theater Project Opens Tonight https://lasvegas.citycast.fm/ The world premiere of “Clown Bar 2,” a film-noir-meets-circus-clowns immersive theater project, opens TONIGHT at Majestic Repertory Theatre—and we’ve got the inside scoop. Dayvid sits down with Artistic Director Troy Heard to talk about what makes immersive theatre unique, the give-and-take symbiosis between entertainment on the Strip and local productions, and where the Las Vegas arts scene is headed. Plus, we’ve got a bonus segment for you at the end of the episode: Producer Layla Muhammad brings us sounds and scenes from Clown Bar 2’s dress rehearsal. (Per Layla, it’s “freakin’ hilarious,” so you’re not gonna want to miss this one.) Make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter at lasvegas.citycast.fm/newsletter for even more news and events from around the city. And did you know we’re also on Twitter? Give us a follow us at @CityCastVegas Don’t forget that you can text or leave us a voicemail at 702-514-0719! Thu, 12 May 2022 13:00:00 -0000 Guns, Clowns, and Zeal: Las Vegas’s Newest Immersive Theater Project Opens Tonight full City Cast Audience members mingle with film noir clowns in Artistic Director Troy Heard's latest production The world premiere of “Clown Bar 2,” a film-noir-meets-circus-clowns immersive theater project, opens TONIGHT at Majestic Repertory Theatre—and we’ve got the inside scoop. Dayvid sits down with Artistic Director Troy Heard to talk about what makes immersive theatre unique, the give-and-take symbiosis between entertainment on the Strip and local productions, and where the Las Vegas arts scene is headed. Plus, we’ve got a bonus segment for you at the end of the episode: Producer Layla Muhammad brings us sounds and scenes from Clown Bar 2’s dress rehearsal. (Per Layla, it’s “freakin’ hilarious,” so you’re not gonna want to miss this one.) Make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter at lasvegas.citycast.fm/newsletter for even more news and events from around the city. And did you know we’re also on Twitter? Give us a follow us at @CityCastVegas Don’t forget that you can text or leave us a voicemail at 702-514-0719! The world premiere of “Clown Bar 2,” a film-noir-meets-circus-clowns immersive theater project, opens TONIGHT at Majestic Repertory Theatre—and we’ve got the inside scoop. Dayvid sits down with Artistic Director Troy Heard to talk about what makes immersive theatre unique, the give-and-take symbiosis between entertainment on the Strip and local productions, and where the Las Vegas arts scene is headed.


Plus, we’ve got a bonus segment for you at the end of the episode: Producer Layla Muhammad brings us sounds and scenes from Clown Bar 2’s dress rehearsal. (Per Layla, it’s “freakin’ hilarious,” so you’re not gonna want to miss this one.)


Make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter at lasvegas.citycast.fm/newsletter for even more news and events from around the city.


And did you know we’re also on Twitter? Give us a follow us at @CityCastVegas


Don’t forget that you can text or leave us a voicemail at 702-514-0719!

]]> 1442 Clark County Desperately Needs Foster Families—Here’s What You Should Know https://lasvegas.citycast.fm/ So far this year, over 460 babies have entered Clark County foster care system—at this rate, we’ll have 40% more babies in the system than last year. To help us understand this surge, we talk with Kim Foster, a local writer and foster advocate who has both fostered and adopted children in Clark County. We talk about the issues in our foster care system, why helping biological families is so important, and why you, too, might want to consider becoming a foster parent. If you’re interested in fostering, Clark County holds both in-person and virtual info sessions. Find out more at countmein.vegas For more Vegas news, sign up for our morning newsletter at lasvegas.citycast.fm/newsletter Do the blue bird thing and tweet at us: @CityCastVegas And don’t forget, you can also text or leave us a voicemail at 702-514-0719. Tue, 10 May 2022 13:00:00 -0000 Clark County Desperately Needs Foster Families—Here’s What You Should Know full City Cast So far this year, over 460 babies have entered Clark County foster care system. To help us understand this surge, we talk with Kim Foster, a local writer and foster advocate who has both fostered and adopted children in Clark County. So far this year, over 460 babies have entered Clark County foster care system—at this rate, we’ll have 40% more babies in the system than last year. To help us understand this surge, we talk with Kim Foster, a local writer and foster advocate who has both fostered and adopted children in Clark County. We talk about the issues in our foster care system, why helping biological families is so important, and why you, too, might want to consider becoming a foster parent. If you’re interested in fostering, Clark County holds both in-person and virtual info sessions. Find out more at countmein.vegas For more Vegas news, sign up for our morning newsletter at lasvegas.citycast.fm/newsletter Do the blue bird thing and tweet at us: @CityCastVegas And don’t forget, you can also text or leave us a voicemail at 702-514-0719. So far this year, over 460 babies have entered Clark County foster care system—at this rate, we’ll have 40% more babies in the system than last year. To help us understand this surge, we talk with Kim Foster, a local writer and foster advocate who has both fostered and adopted children in Clark County. We talk about the issues in our foster care system, why helping biological families is so important, and why you, too, might want to consider becoming a foster parent.


If you’re interested in fostering, Clark County holds both in-person and virtual info sessions. Find out more at countmein.vegas


For more Vegas news, sign up for our morning newsletter at lasvegas.citycast.fm/newsletter


Do the blue bird thing and tweet at us: @CityCastVegas


And don’t forget, you can also text or leave us a voicemail at 702-514-0719.

]]> 1079 no What the SCOTUS Opinion Could Mean for Abortion Access in ID, UT, and NV A leaked draft opinion from the U.S. Supreme Court suggests that Roe v. Wade, the 1973 case that guaranteed the right to abortion, will be overturned by a majority vote. With the draft likely to become official in the next few months, Western states like Utah, Idaho and Arizona face looming abortion bans that might have their cities turning to Nevada, where abortion rights are far more protected—they've been codified in state law since 1990. City Cast hosts from Salt Lake City and Boise, Ali Vallarta and Frankie Barnhill, join Dayvid to discuss what this means across state lines, and for the upcoming elections. Looking for that Vegas connection? Make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter at lasvegas.citycast.fm/newsletter Say hi to us on Twitter at @CityCastVegas! Got questions about your city? Let us help you find an answer! Call or text us at 702-514-0719. Thu, 05 May 2022 13:00:00 -0000 What the SCOTUS Opinion Could Mean for Abortion Access in ID, UT, and NV full City Cast With strict abortion bans looming, residents of Utah, Idaho and Arizona may turn to Nevada A leaked draft opinion from the U.S. Supreme Court suggests that Roe v. Wade, the 1973 case that guaranteed the right to abortion, will be overturned by a majority vote. With the draft likely to become official in the next few months, Western states like Utah, Idaho and Arizona face looming abortion bans that might have their cities turning to Nevada, where abortion rights are far more protected—they've been codified in state law since 1990. City Cast hosts from Salt Lake City and Boise, Ali Vallarta and Frankie Barnhill, join Dayvid to discuss what this means across state lines, and for the upcoming elections. Looking for that Vegas connection? Make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter at lasvegas.citycast.fm/newsletter Say hi to us on Twitter at @CityCastVegas! Got questions about your city? Let us help you find an answer! Call or text us at 702-514-0719. A leaked draft opinion from the U.S. Supreme Court suggests that Roe v. Wade, the 1973 case that guaranteed the right to abortion, will be overturned by a majority vote. With the draft likely to become official in the next few months, Western states like Utah, Idaho and Arizona face looming abortion bans that might have their cities turning to Nevada, where abortion rights are far more protected—they've been codified in state law since 1990. City Cast hosts from Salt Lake City and Boise, Ali Vallarta and Frankie Barnhill, join Dayvid to discuss what this means across state lines, and for the upcoming elections.


Looking for that Vegas connection? Make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter at lasvegas.citycast.fm/newsletter


Say hi to us on Twitter at @CityCastVegas!


Got questions about your city? Let us help you find an answer! Call or text us at 702-514-0719.

]]> 1377 Why AAPI History Month is More Than Dumplings and Lion Dances https://lasvegas.citycast.fm/ May is Asian American and Pacific Islander (AAPI) History Month (or AAPI Heritage Month, depending on who you ask). Here in Clark County, AAPI is our fastest-growing ethnic group, with an expanding footprint in a growing city. Lead producer Sonja Cho Swanson sits down with Mark Padoongpatt, Director of Asian and American Studies at UNLV, to talk about the things he loves about AAPI History Month, his hesitations about it, and what he hopes everyone in Las Vegas takes away from the spotlight on AAPI in May. If you love the podcast, you’ll love our morning newsletter—packed with even more Vegas news, events, and snarky commentary. Sign up at lasvegas.citycast.fm Keep up with us on Twitter (and tweet at us too—we don’t bite!) @CityCastVegas And don’t forget, you can always text us or leave us a voicemail at 702-514-0719. Tue, 03 May 2022 13:00:00 -0000 Why AAPI History Month is More Than Dumplings and Lion Dances full City Cast May is AAPI History month, but there's a lot more to the story than celebrating culture. May is Asian American and Pacific Islander (AAPI) History Month (or AAPI Heritage Month, depending on who you ask). Here in Clark County, AAPI is our fastest-growing ethnic group, with an expanding footprint in a growing city. Lead producer Sonja Cho Swanson sits down with Mark Padoongpatt, Director of Asian and American Studies at UNLV, to talk about the things he loves about AAPI History Month, his hesitations about it, and what he hopes everyone in Las Vegas takes away from the spotlight on AAPI in May. If you love the podcast, you’ll love our morning newsletter—packed with even more Vegas news, events, and snarky commentary. Sign up at lasvegas.citycast.fm Keep up with us on Twitter (and tweet at us too—we don’t bite!) @CityCastVegas And don’t forget, you can always text us or leave us a voicemail at 702-514-0719. May is Asian American and Pacific Islander (AAPI) History Month (or AAPI Heritage Month, depending on who you ask). Here in Clark County, AAPI is our fastest-growing ethnic group, with an expanding footprint in a growing city. Lead producer Sonja Cho Swanson sits down with Mark Padoongpatt, Director of Asian and American Studies at UNLV, to talk about the things he loves about AAPI History Month, his hesitations about it, and what he hopes everyone in Las Vegas takes away from the spotlight on AAPI in May.


If you love the podcast, you’ll love our morning newsletter—packed with even more Vegas news, events, and snarky commentary. Sign up at lasvegas.citycast.fm


Keep up with us on Twitter (and tweet at us too—we don’t bite!) @CityCastVegas


And don’t forget, you can always text us or leave us a voicemail at 702-514-0719.

]]> 1134 Guest Episode: Introducing IndyMatters + All About Nevada’s State Symbols https://lasvegas.citycast.fm/ Today we’re bringing you a guest episode from the Nevada Independent’s podcast IndyMatters, which features original interviews and Q&As with the Indy’s reporters on some of their top stories of the week. Joey Lovato hosts and produces the show every Tuesday. It’s one of our go-to podcasts, and we think you’ll love it, too! Make sure to subscribe to IndyMatters wherever you get podcasts. In this guest episode, City Cast Las Vegas host Dayvid Figler talks with Joey about what makes IndyMatters special, before moving into the IndyMatters guest segment: An interview Joey held with Sheryln Hayes-Zorn from the Nevada Historical Society, about our many and varied state symbols. Did you know that Nevada’s official fossil is the ichthyosaur, and that we have TWO state trees? Why do we have a state tartan… and why have state symbols at all? Find out in today’s episode. For more Vegas news, sign for our morning newsletter at lasvegas.citycast.fm You can also find us on Twitter @CityCastVegas, and text or leave us a voicemail at 702-514-0719. We love hearing your voices! Fri, 29 Apr 2022 13:00:00 -0000 bonus City Cast IndyMatters host Joey Lovato explores Nevada's state symbols—who knew there were so many? Today we’re bringing you a guest episode from the Nevada Independent’s podcast IndyMatters, which features original interviews and Q&As with the Indy’s reporters on some of their top stories of the week. Joey Lovato hosts and produces the show every Tuesday. It’s one of our go-to podcasts, and we think you’ll love it, too! Make sure to subscribe to IndyMatters wherever you get podcasts. In this guest episode, City Cast Las Vegas host Dayvid Figler talks with Joey about what makes IndyMatters special, before moving into the IndyMatters guest segment: An interview Joey held with Sheryln Hayes-Zorn from the Nevada Historical Society, about our many and varied state symbols. Did you know that Nevada’s official fossil is the ichthyosaur, and that we have TWO state trees? Why do we have a state tartan… and why have state symbols at all? Find out in today’s episode. For more Vegas news, sign for our morning newsletter at lasvegas.citycast.fm You can also find us on Twitter @CityCastVegas, and text or leave us a voicemail at 702-514-0719. We love hearing your voices! Today we’re bringing you a guest episode from the Nevada Independent’s podcast IndyMatters, which features original interviews and Q&As with the Indy’s reporters on some of their top stories of the week. Joey Lovato hosts and produces the show every Tuesday. It’s one of our go-to podcasts, and we think you’ll love it, too! Make sure to subscribe to IndyMatters wherever you get podcasts.


In this guest episode, City Cast Las Vegas host Dayvid Figler talks with Joey about what makes IndyMatters special, before moving into the IndyMatters guest segment: An interview Joey held with Sheryln Hayes-Zorn from the Nevada Historical Society, about our many and varied state symbols. Did you know that Nevada’s official fossil is the ichthyosaur, and that we have TWO state trees? Why do we have a state tartan… and why have state symbols at all? Find out in today’s episode.


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You can also find us on Twitter @CityCastVegas, and text or leave us a voicemail at 702-514-0719. We love hearing your voices!

]]> 918 Native Community Leader Fawn Douglas Opens New Gallery Space to the Public https://lasvegas.citycast.fm/ Fawn Douglas is an artist, activist, and community leader doing work to educate Las Vegas on Native American culture and center joy with the Nuwu Art Gallery and Community Center. The gallery has been opened to the public for the first time to show Douglas’s MFA thesis exhibition, SOOV, until May 6. She sits down with City Cast Las Vegas producer Layla Muhammad to share a look into the creation of the arts complex and her work within the Las Vegas community. Support Fawn and learn more at nuwuart.com and IAFInc.org Interested in the people who make Las Vegas thrive? Make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter!  We are also on Twitter! Follow us at @CityCastVegas Do you know someone who Las Vegans should know more about? Call or text us at 702-514-0719. Thu, 28 Apr 2022 13:00:00 -0000 Native Community Leader Fawn Douglas Opens New Gallery Space to the Public full City Cast Artist and activist Fawn Douglas gives City Cast Las Vegas producer an inside look at the Nuwu Art Gallery and Community Center. Fawn Douglas is an artist, activist, and community leader doing work to educate Las Vegas on Native American culture and center joy with the Nuwu Art Gallery and Community Center. The gallery has been opened to the public for the first time to show Douglas’s MFA thesis exhibition, SOOV, until May 6. She sits down with City Cast Las Vegas producer Layla Muhammad to share a look into the creation of the arts complex and her work within the Las Vegas community. Support Fawn and learn more at nuwuart.com and IAFInc.org Interested in the people who make Las Vegas thrive? Make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter!  We are also on Twitter! Follow us at @CityCastVegas Do you know someone who Las Vegans should know more about? Call or text us at 702-514-0719. Fawn Douglas is an artist, activist, and community leader doing work to educate Las Vegas on Native American culture and center joy with the Nuwu Art Gallery and Community Center. The gallery has been opened to the public for the first time to show Douglas’s MFA thesis exhibition, SOOV, until May 6. She sits down with City Cast Las Vegas producer Layla Muhammad to share a look into the creation of the arts complex and her work within the Las Vegas community.


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]]> 1227 no Clark County Has 67 Days to Resolve Its Airbnb Existential Crisis https://lasvegas.citycast.fm/ Short-term rentals like Airbnbs are legal (and hotly contested) in some parts of the valley, but they’re still illegal in unincorporated Clark County, where about half our population lives. That’s about to change: Assembly Bill 363, passed by the state last year, will force Clark County to create the legal infrastructure to regulate these SRTs by July 1st, 2022. You might already know that City Cast LV’s host, Dayvid Figler, is an attorney and neighborhood activist who’s written extensively on the topic—so today, he sits on the other side of the table as lead producer Sonja Cho Swanson interviews him about what we’re getting wrong (and right) about the Airbnb debates. Ready to join the conversation? First, you can email the County about STRs at: STRComment@ClarkCountyNV.gov Next, shoot us a text or leave us a voicemail at 702-514-0719: What do you think should happen with short-term rentals in your neighborhood? Plus, we’re on Twitter, so you can tweet at us and follow us at @CityCastVegas  And last but not least, for more Vegas news, sign up for our morning newsletter. Tue, 26 Apr 2022 13:00:00 -0000 Clark County Has 67 Days to Resolve Its Airbnb Existential Crisis full City Cast Clark County has until July 1st to regulate short-term rentals. City Cast Las Vegas host and neighborhood activist Dayvid Figler sits down with producer Sonja Cho Swanson to deliver an epic rant on the issue. Short-term rentals like Airbnbs are legal (and hotly contested) in some parts of the valley, but they’re still illegal in unincorporated Clark County, where about half our population lives. That’s about to change: Assembly Bill 363, passed by the state last year, will force Clark County to create the legal infrastructure to regulate these SRTs by July 1st, 2022. You might already know that City Cast LV’s host, Dayvid Figler, is an attorney and neighborhood activist who’s written extensively on the topic—so today, he sits on the other side of the table as lead producer Sonja Cho Swanson interviews him about what we’re getting wrong (and right) about the Airbnb debates. Ready to join the conversation? First, you can email the County about STRs at: STRComment@ClarkCountyNV.gov Next, shoot us a text or leave us a voicemail at 702-514-0719: What do you think should happen with short-term rentals in your neighborhood? Plus, we’re on Twitter, so you can tweet at us and follow us at @CityCastVegas  And last but not least, for more Vegas news, sign up for our morning newsletter. Short-term rentals like Airbnbs are legal (and hotly contested) in some parts of the valley, but they’re still illegal in unincorporated Clark County, where about half our population lives. That’s about to change: Assembly Bill 363, passed by the state last year, will force Clark County to create the legal infrastructure to regulate these SRTs by July 1st, 2022. You might already know that City Cast LV’s host, Dayvid Figler, is an attorney and neighborhood activist who’s written extensively on the topic—so today, he sits on the other side of the table as lead producer Sonja Cho Swanson interviews him about what we’re getting wrong (and right) about the Airbnb debates.


Ready to join the conversation? First, you can email the County about STRs at: STRComment@ClarkCountyNV.gov


Next, shoot us a text or leave us a voicemail at 702-514-0719: What do you think should happen with short-term rentals in your neighborhood?


Plus, we’re on Twitter, so you can tweet at us and follow us at @CityCastVegas 


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]]> 1212 no Of Water Woes and Bathtub Rings—And Why Las Vegas is (Kind Of) Alright https://lasvegas.citycast.fm/ Last summer, the federal government declared the first-ever shortage in the Colorado River Basin, where Las Vegas gets about 90% of its water. The trend continues this year as Lake Mead and Lake Powell sit at their lowest levels—just looking at those bathtub rings is enough to give any desert-dweller anxiety. Today, lead producer Sonja Cho Swanson sits down with Nevada Independent environment reporter Daniel Rothberg, who explains how it all comes down to “a math problem gone wrong”—less water in and more water out. So why does Las Vegas get the blame when we’re actually doing a pretty good job as a city at water conservation? How are we still reliant on major water guzzlers like agriculture in California and Arizona (thanks for all the lettuce)? And why does Daniel still have hope when asked if an apocalyptic Mad Max future awaits us? Want more Vegas news? Make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter!  We’re also on Twitter! Follow us at @CityCastVegas  You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719.  Thu, 21 Apr 2022 13:00:00 -0000 Of Water Woes and Bathtub Rings—And Why Las Vegas is (Kind Of) Alright full City Cast Las Vegas may be leading the pack when it comes to conservation, but our region's water crisis still needs attention. Join us to talk about the state of our water with environment reporter Daniel Rothberg. Last summer, the federal government declared the first-ever shortage in the Colorado River Basin, where Las Vegas gets about 90% of its water. The trend continues this year as Lake Mead and Lake Powell sit at their lowest levels—just looking at those bathtub rings is enough to give any desert-dweller anxiety. Today, lead producer Sonja Cho Swanson sits down with Nevada Independent environment reporter Daniel Rothberg, who explains how it all comes down to “a math problem gone wrong”—less water in and more water out. So why does Las Vegas get the blame when we’re actually doing a pretty good job as a city at water conservation? How are we still reliant on major water guzzlers like agriculture in California and Arizona (thanks for all the lettuce)? And why does Daniel still have hope when asked if an apocalyptic Mad Max future awaits us? Want more Vegas news? Make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter!  We’re also on Twitter! Follow us at @CityCastVegas  You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719.  Last summer, the federal government declared the first-ever shortage in the Colorado River Basin, where Las Vegas gets about 90% of its water. The trend continues this year as Lake Mead and Lake Powell sit at their lowest levels—just looking at those bathtub rings is enough to give any desert-dweller anxiety. Today, lead producer Sonja Cho Swanson sits down with Nevada Independent environment reporter Daniel Rothberg, who explains how it all comes down to “a math problem gone wrong”—less water in and more water out.


So why does Las Vegas get the blame when we’re actually doing a pretty good job as a city at water conservation? How are we still reliant on major water guzzlers like agriculture in California and Arizona (thanks for all the lettuce)? And why does Daniel still have hope when asked if an apocalyptic Mad Max future awaits us?


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]]> 1451 no The Oakland A’s Might Come to Vegas—Does Our “Gross” City Want Them? https://lasvegas.citycast.fm/ The decision on whether or not the Oakland Athletics will find their new home in Las Vegas is expected soon. That means yet another new sporting venue on the Strip could be on the pitch. We talk with UNLV assistant professor of economics Dr. William Robinson to weigh the pros and the cons of the MLB team’s possible move and if our city should even want it. Listen until the end of the episode for the secret code to enter at lasvegas.citycast.fm to win 2 full festival tickets to Wave In: A BMI Festival! Giveaway ends Friday, April 22, 2022. Looking for more ways to stay connected to Vegas? Sign up for our morning newsletter!  Find us on Twitter at @CityCastVegas  Got something to say about Las Vegas or the Oakland A's possible arrival? Call or text us at 702-514-0719. Tue, 19 Apr 2022 13:00:00 -0000 The Oakland A’s Might Come to Vegas—Does Our “Gross” City Want Them? full City Cast We weigh the economic pros and cons with UNLV Professor Bill Robinson The decision on whether or not the Oakland Athletics will find their new home in Las Vegas is expected soon. That means yet another new sporting venue on the Strip could be on the pitch. We talk with UNLV assistant professor of economics Dr. William Robinson to weigh the pros and the cons of the MLB team’s possible move and if our city should even want it. Listen until the end of the episode for the secret code to enter at lasvegas.citycast.fm to win 2 full festival tickets to Wave In: A BMI Festival! Giveaway ends Friday, April 22, 2022. Looking for more ways to stay connected to Vegas? Sign up for our morning newsletter!  Find us on Twitter at @CityCastVegas  Got something to say about Las Vegas or the Oakland A's possible arrival? Call or text us at 702-514-0719. The decision on whether or not the Oakland Athletics will find their new home in Las Vegas is expected soon. That means yet another new sporting venue on the Strip could be on the pitch. We talk with UNLV assistant professor of economics Dr. William Robinson to weigh the pros and the cons of the MLB team’s possible move and if our city should even want it.


Listen until the end of the episode for the secret code to enter at lasvegas.citycast.fm to win 2 full festival tickets to Wave In: A BMI Festival! Giveaway ends Friday, April 22, 2022.


Looking for more ways to stay connected to Vegas? Sign up for our morning newsletter! 


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]]> 1219 Traffic Fatalities and the Road to Safer Streets https://lasvegas.citycast.fm/ Our community is still reeling from the North Las Vegas crash that killed 9 people in late January. Recently, Clark County has seen a rise in traffic fatalities and pedestrian deaths in the first quarter of 2022 with several high profile crashes. How can our growing city’s streets be safer? Director of the Nevada Department of Transportation (NDOT), Kristina Swallow, joins us in the first of many conversations about how to make our roads work for everyone. Make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter!  Interact with us on Twitter and Instagram at @CityCastVegas  Do you have thoughts about traffic in Las Vegas? Call or text us at 702-514-0719. Thu, 14 Apr 2022 13:00:00 -0000 Traffic Fatalities and the Road to Safer Streets full City Cast Our roads are deadly—and getting more so. What can we do about it? Our community is still reeling from the North Las Vegas crash that killed 9 people in late January. Recently, Clark County has seen a rise in traffic fatalities and pedestrian deaths in the first quarter of 2022 with several high profile crashes. How can our growing city’s streets be safer? Director of the Nevada Department of Transportation (NDOT), Kristina Swallow, joins us in the first of many conversations about how to make our roads work for everyone. Make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter!  Interact with us on Twitter and Instagram at @CityCastVegas  Do you have thoughts about traffic in Las Vegas? Call or text us at 702-514-0719. Our community is still reeling from the North Las Vegas crash that killed 9 people in late January. Recently, Clark County has seen a rise in traffic fatalities and pedestrian deaths in the first quarter of 2022 with several high profile crashes. How can our growing city’s streets be safer? Director of the Nevada Department of Transportation (NDOT), Kristina Swallow, joins us in the first of many conversations about how to make our roads work for everyone.


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]]> 1352 Vegas and Chicago Battle for the DNC. Who Should Host? https://lasvegas.citycast.fm/ Las Vegas and Chicago have emerged as top candidates to host the Democratic National Convention in 2024—the Windy City has hosted the DNC before (most recently in ’96), but this would be a first for Vegas. In this special crossover episode, Las Vegas host Dayvid Figler talks with City Cast Chicago host Jacoby Cochran to debate the merits of having the DNC in each of our cities. Chicago’s got the history and the heartland geography; Las Vegas has the convention infrastructure and out-West issues of immigration, water and climate change (and let’s be real, Vegas is where the party’s at). But the biggest question of all just might be: Do either of our cities want the DNC at all? Looking for more Vegas news? Sign up for our morning newsletter at lasvegas.citycast.fm! Twitter-ers take note: We’re also on the bird app! Follow us at @CityCastVegas Getting in touch is as easy as picking up your phone: You can leave us a text or a voicemail at 702-514-0719. Tue, 12 Apr 2022 13:00:00 -0000 Vegas and Chicago Battle for the DNC. Who Should Host? full City Cast In this City Cast crossover episode, Dayvid is joined by Chicago host Jacoby Cochran to debate on which city should host the DNC...and if either even wants it! Las Vegas and Chicago have emerged as top candidates to host the Democratic National Convention in 2024—the Windy City has hosted the DNC before (most recently in ’96), but this would be a first for Vegas. In this special crossover episode, Las Vegas host Dayvid Figler talks with City Cast Chicago host Jacoby Cochran to debate the merits of having the DNC in each of our cities. Chicago’s got the history and the heartland geography; Las Vegas has the convention infrastructure and out-West issues of immigration, water and climate change (and let’s be real, Vegas is where the party’s at). But the biggest question of all just might be: Do either of our cities want the DNC at all? Looking for more Vegas news? Sign up for our morning newsletter at lasvegas.citycast.fm! Twitter-ers take note: We’re also on the bird app! Follow us at @CityCastVegas Getting in touch is as easy as picking up your phone: You can leave us a text or a voicemail at 702-514-0719. Las Vegas and Chicago have emerged as top candidates to host the Democratic National Convention in 2024—the Windy City has hosted the DNC before (most recently in ’96), but this would be a first for Vegas. In this special crossover episode, Las Vegas host Dayvid Figler talks with City Cast Chicago host Jacoby Cochran to debate the merits of having the DNC in each of our cities. Chicago’s got the history and the heartland geography; Las Vegas has the convention infrastructure and out-West issues of immigration, water and climate change (and let’s be real, Vegas is where the party’s at). But the biggest question of all just might be: Do either of our cities want the DNC at all?


Looking for more Vegas news? Sign up for our morning newsletter at lasvegas.citycast.fm!


Twitter-ers take note: We’re also on the bird app! Follow us at @CityCastVegas


Getting in touch is as easy as picking up your phone: You can leave us a text or a voicemail at 702-514-0719.

]]> 1182 yes Why Las Vegas is Turning Purple for K-pop Stars BTS https://lasvegas.citycast.fm/ If you’ve somehow missed the news about K-pop sensation BTS starting their concerts this weekend, here’s your primer: They sold out four shows at Allegiant Stadium (yes, 65k-seat Allegiant Stadium)… in pre-sale. In 90 minutes. They’ll be painting the town purple (their signature color) with special events, merch, and even BTS-themed hotel rooms. So what’s the big deal, you ask? Well, host Dayvid Figler asked, and he got an earful from our producers: Sonja Cho Swanson and BTS Army member Layla Muhammad, who explain why K-pop has a global reach and just how powerful the BTS Army is. We’ve got more news, links, and events in our morning newsletter—sign up at lasvegas.citycast.fm Are you on Twitter? Follow us at @CityCastVegas! Don’t forget, you can also text or leave us a message at 702-514-0719. Thu, 07 Apr 2022 13:00:00 -0000 Why Las Vegas is Turning Purple for K-pop Stars BTS full City Cast Borahae Las Vegas! Join us for this explainer episode on everything you need to know about BTS's Las Vegas takeover and why you should care If you’ve somehow missed the news about K-pop sensation BTS starting their concerts this weekend, here’s your primer: They sold out four shows at Allegiant Stadium (yes, 65k-seat Allegiant Stadium)… in pre-sale. In 90 minutes. They’ll be painting the town purple (their signature color) with special events, merch, and even BTS-themed hotel rooms. So what’s the big deal, you ask? Well, host Dayvid Figler asked, and he got an earful from our producers: Sonja Cho Swanson and BTS Army member Layla Muhammad, who explain why K-pop has a global reach and just how powerful the BTS Army is. We’ve got more news, links, and events in our morning newsletter—sign up at lasvegas.citycast.fm Are you on Twitter? Follow us at @CityCastVegas! Don’t forget, you can also text or leave us a message at 702-514-0719. If you’ve somehow missed the news about K-pop sensation BTS starting their concerts this weekend, here’s your primer: They sold out four shows at Allegiant Stadium (yes, 65k-seat Allegiant Stadium)… in pre-sale. In 90 minutes. They’ll be painting the town purple (their signature color) with special events, merch, and even BTS-themed hotel rooms. So what’s the big deal, you ask? Well, host Dayvid Figler asked, and he got an earful from our producers: Sonja Cho Swanson and BTS Army member Layla Muhammad, who explain why K-pop has a global reach and just how powerful the BTS Army is.


We’ve got more news, links, and events in our morning newsletter—sign up at lasvegas.citycast.fm


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Don’t forget, you can also text or leave us a message at 702-514-0719.

]]> 1230 no Is Allergy Season in Las Vegas Getting Worse?! https://lasvegas.citycast.fm/ Allergy season in the desert can be brutal, especially when the wind hits you with pollen that isn’t native to the environment. As a majority of residents (and some visitors) are suffering with their sinuses this spring, we wonder what makes allergy season so notoriously bad in Las Vegas. Asma Tahir and Dr. Joram Seggev from the CCSD/UNLV Pollen Monitoring Program join us to break down allergy season, and tell us what could help with symptoms, and what doesn’t (spoiler: you could be wasting money on honey). Learn more about the program and see the Valley’s pollen levels at unlv.edu/publichealth/pollen Are you curious about your city? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter. Find us on Twitter and Instagram! Follow us at @citycastvegas Tue, 05 Apr 2022 13:00:00 -0000 full City Cast What climate change, city planning and our famous windy weather have to do with it. Allergy season in the desert can be brutal, especially when the wind hits you with pollen that isn’t native to the environment. As a majority of residents (and some visitors) are suffering with their sinuses this spring, we wonder what makes allergy season so notoriously bad in Las Vegas. Asma Tahir and Dr. Joram Seggev from the CCSD/UNLV Pollen Monitoring Program join us to break down allergy season, and tell us what could help with symptoms, and what doesn’t (spoiler: you could be wasting money on honey). Learn more about the program and see the Valley’s pollen levels at unlv.edu/publichealth/pollen Are you curious about your city? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter. Find us on Twitter and Instagram! Follow us at @citycastvegas Allergy season in the desert can be brutal, especially when the wind hits you with pollen that isn’t native to the environment. As a majority of residents (and some visitors) are suffering with their sinuses this spring, we wonder what makes allergy season so notoriously bad in Las Vegas. Asma Tahir and Dr. Joram Seggev from the CCSD/UNLV Pollen Monitoring Program join us to break down allergy season, and tell us what could help with symptoms, and what doesn’t (spoiler: you could be wasting money on honey).


Learn more about the program and see the Valley’s pollen levels at unlv.edu/publichealth/pollen


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Find us on Twitter and Instagram! Follow us at @citycastvegas

]]> 917 It Isn’t Spring Until Mojave Max Arrives https://lasvegas.citycast.fm/ Desert tortoises spend 95% of their lives underground, making Mojave Max the most elusive celebrity in Las Vegas. After a long winter brumation (that’s hibernation for reptiles), Mojave Max emerged from his burrow on Saturday, March 26th at 12:21pm—and as everyone in Las Vegas knows, the arrival of Mojave Max marks the unofficial start of spring. So who is Mojave Max, and how did he become the official mascot of desert conservation? We talk with Audrie Locke, PIO at the Clark County Desert Conservation Program, about the past lives of early Mojave Maxes (including one daring jailbreak), the unmarked “Area 51” for tortoises, and why you should never pick up a desert tortoise (spoiler alert: they’ll pee on you). Happy spring, everyone! Visit mojavemax.com for more information. Don’t forget: We’ve got a daily morning newsletter full of news and curiosities! You can find us on Twitter at @CityCastVegas Or leave us a message at 702-514-0719! Thu, 31 Mar 2022 13:00:00 -0000 It Isn’t Spring Until Mojave Max Arrives full City Cast Celebrate spring and learn how we can take better care of our desert home with Audrie Locke, PIO at the Clark County Desert Conversation Program Desert tortoises spend 95% of their lives underground, making Mojave Max the most elusive celebrity in Las Vegas. After a long winter brumation (that’s hibernation for reptiles), Mojave Max emerged from his burrow on Saturday, March 26th at 12:21pm—and as everyone in Las Vegas knows, the arrival of Mojave Max marks the unofficial start of spring. So who is Mojave Max, and how did he become the official mascot of desert conservation? We talk with Audrie Locke, PIO at the Clark County Desert Conservation Program, about the past lives of early Mojave Maxes (including one daring jailbreak), the unmarked “Area 51” for tortoises, and why you should never pick up a desert tortoise (spoiler alert: they’ll pee on you). Happy spring, everyone! Visit mojavemax.com for more information. Don’t forget: We’ve got a daily morning newsletter full of news and curiosities! You can find us on Twitter at @CityCastVegas Or leave us a message at 702-514-0719! Desert tortoises spend 95% of their lives underground, making Mojave Max the most elusive celebrity in Las Vegas. After a long winter brumation (that’s hibernation for reptiles), Mojave Max emerged from his burrow on Saturday, March 26th at 12:21pm—and as everyone in Las Vegas knows, the arrival of Mojave Max marks the unofficial start of spring.


So who is Mojave Max, and how did he become the official mascot of desert conservation? We talk with Audrie Locke, PIO at the Clark County Desert Conservation Program, about the past lives of early Mojave Maxes (including one daring jailbreak), the unmarked “Area 51” for tortoises, and why you should never pick up a desert tortoise (spoiler alert: they’ll pee on you). Happy spring, everyone! Visit mojavemax.com for more information.


Don’t forget: We’ve got a daily morning newsletter full of news and curiosities!


You can find us on Twitter at @CityCastVegas


Or leave us a message at 702-514-0719!

]]> 1057 no Is Relief in Sight for Las Vegas’s Affordable Housing Crisis? https://lasvegas.citycast.fm/ Rent in Las Vegas has soared since the pandemic began—up 33% since Feb. 2020, double the national average. Nevadans are making hard decisions between rent checks and insulin, childcare, and food. So when Governor Steve Sisolak pledged $500 million to affordable housing programs during his State of the State last month, housing advocates cautiously welcomed the proposal. But where is all that money going, and can it do enough to close the gap? Nevada Currentjournalist Michael Lyle joins us to break down the funding and help us understand the challenges ahead. You can find Michael’s most recent article about rent control here. Get more Vegas news, insights, and cheeky observations when you sign up for our morning newsletter. Are you on Twitter? Us too! Follow us at @CityCastVegas Plus, we’ve got digits: You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719. Tue, 29 Mar 2022 13:00:00 -0000 Is Relief in Sight for Las Vegas’s Affordable Housing Crisis? full City Cast We dive into Governor Sisolak's new plan for affordable housing with Michael Lyle of the Nevada Current. Rent in Las Vegas has soared since the pandemic began—up 33% since Feb. 2020, double the national average. Nevadans are making hard decisions between rent checks and insulin, childcare, and food. So when Governor Steve Sisolak pledged $500 million to affordable housing programs during his State of the State last month, housing advocates cautiously welcomed the proposal. But where is all that money going, and can it do enough to close the gap? Nevada Currentjournalist Michael Lyle joins us to break down the funding and help us understand the challenges ahead. You can find Michael’s most recent article about rent control here. Get more Vegas news, insights, and cheeky observations when you sign up for our morning newsletter. Are you on Twitter? Us too! Follow us at @CityCastVegas Plus, we’ve got digits: You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719. Rent in Las Vegas has soared since the pandemic began—up 33% since Feb. 2020, double the national average. Nevadans are making hard decisions between rent checks and insulin, childcare, and food. So when Governor Steve Sisolak pledged $500 million to affordable housing programs during his State of the State last month, housing advocates cautiously welcomed the proposal. But where is all that money going, and can it do enough to close the gap? Nevada Currentjournalist Michael Lyle joins us to break down the funding and help us understand the challenges ahead. You can find Michael’s most recent article about rent control here.


Get more Vegas news, insights, and cheeky observations when you sign up for our morning newsletter.


Are you on Twitter? Us too! Follow us at @CityCastVegas


Plus, we’ve got digits: You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719.

]]> 1067 no Launching March 29 Announcing City Cast Las Vegas! Las Vegas is a place of colossal contradictions. It’s a city that says, “Oh, we’re in an arid desert? Perfect spot for some manmade lakes and dancing fountains!” It’s a city of shiny surfaces but also deep complexity if you know where to look. Starting March 29th, join us every weekday morning for 15 minutes to get all the Las Vegas news you need (and want) to know. Subscribe to the newsletter at lasvegas.citycast.fm Thu, 24 Mar 2022 14:05:01 -0000 trailer City Cast Announcing City Cast Las Vegas! Las Vegas is a place of colossal contradictions. It’s a city that says, “Oh, we’re in an arid desert? Perfect spot for some manmade lakes and dancing fountains!” It’s a city of shiny surfaces but also deep complexity if you know where to look. Starting March 29th, join us every weekday morning for 15 minutes to get all the Las Vegas news you need (and want) to know. Subscribe to the newsletter at lasvegas.citycast.fm Announcing City Cast Las Vegas! Las Vegas is a place of colossal contradictions. It’s a city that says, “Oh, we’re in an arid desert? Perfect spot for some manmade lakes and dancing fountains!” It’s a city of shiny surfaces but also deep complexity if you know where to look. Starting March 29th, join us every weekday morning for 15 minutes to get all the Las Vegas news you need (and want) to know.

Subscribe to the newsletter at lasvegas.citycast.fm

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