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Join host Miles Bloxson and the award-winning City Cast Austin team as they dig into the stories, conversations, and places Austin's obsessed with. From the latest out of City Hall to the buzz about the newest bar on East Sixth, City Cast Austin is having the conversation Austinites need. Learn more and subscribe to our companion daily newsletter at austin.citycast.fm. Read with your coffee. Listen on your drive. Watch in your feed. We've got y'all, Austin. Politique et gouvernement Sciences sociales
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  • UT Gets More Conservative, New Task Force to Save Red River, and a Club Phone Ban

    UT Gets More Conservative, New Task Force to Save Red River, and a Club Phone Ban
    Oct 27 2026
    We all know the saying: what starts at the University of Texas changes the world. But now, a conservative movement making sweeping changes at UT Austin could have major implications for the public university and the future of higher education in Texas. Forrest Wilder, senior writer at Texas Monthly, joins host Miles Bloxson to discuss his latest article which takes an inside look at the effort to transform UT. Plus, can a task force save the Red River Cultural District? Caroline Drew, the music and culture reporter for the Austin Chronicle shares the challenges music venues are facing and what the city could do to support them. Last up, creative producer Elissa Castles brings us a topic to debate: should cell phones be banned in the club? One Austin venue thinks so. Want to get in touch? Follow us @CityCastAustin on Instagram, or email us at austin@citycast.fm. You can also call or text us at 512-200-2227. For more Austin news, make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter. Learn more about becoming a City Cast Austin Neighbor at membership.citycast.fm. Looking to advertise on City Cast Austin? Check out our options for podcast and newsletter ads at citycast.fm/advertise. Learn more about the sponsors of this October 26 episode: Ownwell
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    39 min
  • Is 2026 the Perfect Storm for Texas Democrats?

    Is 2026 the Perfect Storm for Texas Democrats?
    Oct 23 2026
    We’re back with our second members-only podcast episode, y’all! This is for everyone wondering what the heck the outcome of the midterm elections in Texas is going to be. Become a member now to hear the entire conversation by visiting austin.citycast.fm/join. Jim Henson, co-director of the Texas Politics Project and cohost of the Second Reading Podcast, joins host Miles Bloxson to explain whether we can trust the polls. Later, Blaise Gainey, KUT's Texas Capitol Reporter, and Jason Villalba, a former Republican State Representative and CEO of the Texas Hispanic Policy Foundation, discuss whether the political tides are actually turning in Democrats' favor or if the apparent momentum is all an illusion. Want to get in touch? Follow us @CityCastAustin on Instagram, or email us at austin@citycast.fm. You can also call or text us at 512-200-2227. For more Austin news, make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter. Learn more about becoming a City Cast Austin Neighbor at austin.citycast.fm/join. Looking to advertise on City Cast Austin? Check out our options for podcast and newsletter ads at citycast.fm/advertise.
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    5 min
  • Can Petitions Save AISD From a Takeover? Plus, Local Elections and Women’s Basketball

    Can Petitions Save AISD From a Takeover? Plus, Local Elections and Women’s Basketball
    Oct 22 2026
    Who will represent Austin’s evolving East Side on city council? That’s the question Austin voters living in District 1 confront during this election. Former District 1 City Council Chief of Staff Eric Byrd tells City Cast Austin host Miles Bloxson why this race is one to watch to understand how the city is changing. Plus, will petitions to close two failing middle schools keep the Texas Education Agency from taking over the Austin Independent School District? The Austin Current’s Acacia Coronado has the latest. Last, but definitely not least, Texas Women’s Basketball Head Coach Vic Schaefer breaks down want to expect this season and the growing support for women’s basketball. If you enjoyed this episode, consider joining the City Cast Austin Neighbors program today by visiting austin.citycast.fm/join. Not only will you be supporting local journalism but you’ll also get a dad hat available for a limited time! Grackles love it, y’all. Want to get in touch? Follow us @CityCastAustin on Instagram, TikTok, and YouTube. You can also email us at austin@citycast.fm. You can call or text us at 512-200-2227 too. For more Austin news, make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter. Again, you can learn more about becoming a City Cast Austin Neighbor at austin.citycast.fm/join. Looking to advertise on City Cast Austin? Check out our options for podcast and newsletter ads at citycast.fm/advertise. Learn more about the sponsors of this October 20th episode: Ownwell
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    35 min
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