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  • How Much Is a Concert Ticket in Seattle? Plus, Route 8 Gets a Makeover

    How Much Is a Concert Ticket in Seattle? Plus, Route 8 Gets a Makeover
    Apr 24 2026
    Today on the podcast Ashley is joined by regular contributor Ryan Packer and first-time guest KEXP DJ and co-founder of Timber! Outdoor Music Festival Kevin Sur to talk about the recent monopoly ruling against Live Nation and Ticketmaster, the dominance Ticketmaster has over the local music scene, the state of music festivals, and what makes Timber! so unique. Next, Ryan discusses changes coming to bus route 8 that may help shed it of its nickname, “L8”. They also answer a transit related question from Hannah S. Finally, the trio discuss what made them happy this week and their plans for the weekend. There’s a lot going on! Learn more about the sponsors of this April 24th episode: Town Hall Seattle King Harvest Travel Dundee Seattle Restaurant Week Want to get in touch? Follow us @CityCastSeattle on Instagram, or email us at seattle@citycast.fm. You can also call or text us at 206-880-3931. For more Seattle news, make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter, City Cast Seattle. Support City Cast Seattle by becoming a member: membership.citycast.fm/seattle Looking to advertise on City Cast Seattle? Check out our options for podcast and newsletter ads at citycast.fm/advertise.
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    28 min
  • Torrent’s Gold Plan Goals, King County Assessor’s Stalking Case, and Film Festival Season Kicks Off

    Torrent’s Gold Plan Goals, King County Assessor’s Stalking Case, and Film Festival Season Kicks Off
    Apr 23 2026
    Today on the show, guest host Ashley Smith is joined by contributor Chase Hutchinson and special guest Ava Wood, AKA 365 Hockey Girl, content creator and newsletter writer. Ava brings everything you need to know about The Torrent’s final game. She says the team may be last in the standings, but Saturday's season finale against Montreal could be their most important game yet thanks to the "gold plan." Plus, she gets into the real-life heated rivalries in women’s hockey. Then, Ashley breaks down the ongoing saga of the King County Assessor being asked to resign for the second time due to alleged stalking and harassment of his ex-fiancée. And finally, Chase discusses film festival season and the films worth checking out. If you enjoyed today’s show, support City Cast Seattle by becoming a member: membership.citycast.fm/seattle Learn more about the sponsors of this April 23rd episode: Town Hall Seattle King Harvest Travel Dundee Seattle Restaurant Week Want to get in touch? Follow us @CityCastSeattle on Instagram, or email us at seattle@citycast.fm. You can also call or text us at 206-880-3931. For more Seattle news, make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter, City Cast Seattle. Looking to advertise on City Cast Seattle? Check out our options for podcast and newsletter ads at citycast.fm/advertise.
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    32 min
  • Why Is Everyone So Mad About RUBS? Plus, Bills Targeting LGBTQ Youth and a Cleaner Lake WA

    Why Is Everyone So Mad About RUBS? Plus, Bills Targeting LGBTQ Youth and a Cleaner Lake WA
    Apr 22 2026
    Today on the show, guest host Ashley Smith is joined by Libby Watson of No Hate in WA State to discuss two controversial bills focused on LGBTQ youth that Washington will vote on this fall. Resident parent Liam Billingham joins to ask questions about how these policies affect parental rights. Then, Ashley and Liam are joined by contributor Brett Hamil to chat about why you and the neighbor who is in the shower ALL THE TIME may be paying the same as you for hot water (ever heard of RUBS? It’s got lots of Seattleites angry!). Finally, the trio discusses the news that Lake Washington is cleaner than it was just 25 years ago, how to check if it’s safe to swim in at any given time, and Ashley and Brett help Liam with his fear of lakes. Learn more about the sponsors of this April 22nd episode: Town Hall Seattle King Harvest Travel Dundee Seattle Restaurant Week Want to get in touch? Follow us @CityCastSeattle on Instagram, or email us at seattle@citycast.fm. You can also call or text us at 206-880-3931. For more Seattle news, make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter, City Cast Seattle. Support City Cast Seattle by becoming a member: membership.citycast.fm/seattle Looking to advertise on City Cast Seattle? Check out our options for podcast and newsletter ads at citycast.fm/advertise.
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    35 min
  • Seattle's Data Center Fight, Police Contract Disputes, and Good News

    Seattle's Data Center Fight, Police Contract Disputes, and Good News
    Apr 21 2026
    This week, executive producer Ashley Smith is filling in for Jane, and she’s bringing updates on the data centers maybe coming to Seattle, the fight between the Community Assisted Response & Engagement (CARE) team and the Seattle Police Officers Guild (SPOG), and, of course, good news for your Good News Day Tuesday. Joining Ashley are contributor Hannah Krieg and producer Sam. Hannah breaks down the 64,000 (and counting) letters sent to the mayor and city council calling for a moratorium on data center construction in the city of Seattle. Then, Sam explains the contract fight between SPOG and the CARE team over limitations on the calls CARE can be dispatched for. And lastly, Ashley celebrates the NFL draft news and more. If you’re enjoying the show, support it by joining our membership program! City Cast Seattle Neighbors get all the best perks for just $10 a month: membership.citycast.fm/seattle Want to get in touch? Follow us @CityCastSeattle on Instagram, or email us at seattle@citycast.fm. You can also call or text us at 206-880-3931. For more Seattle news, make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter, City Cast Seattle. Looking to advertise on City Cast Seattle? Check out our options for podcast and newsletter ads at citycast.fm/advertise.
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    29 min
  • Weed Under Trump, Bipartisan Psychedelics, and Munchie-Approved Pizza

    Weed Under Trump, Bipartisan Psychedelics, and Munchie-Approved Pizza
    Apr 20 2026
    Happy 420 Day, Seattle! Today on the podcast, our team put together some of our favorite recent conversations that fit today’s theme. We’re talking about the Trump administration's moves to reclassify weed, the legal landscape of psychedelics in Washington, and why Jane’s pizza takes are ideal for the munchies. If you’re enjoying the show, support it by joining our membership program! City Cast Seattle Neighbors get all the best perks for just $10 a month: membership.citycast.fm/seattle Want to get in touch? Follow us @CityCastSeattle on Instagram, or email us at seattle@citycast.fm. You can also call or text us at 206-880-3931. For more Seattle news, make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter, City Cast Seattle. Learn more about the sponsors of this April 20th episode: ⁠Town Hall Seattle⁠ ⁠King Harvest⁠ ⁠Travel Dundee⁠ ⁠Seattle Restaurant Week ⁠ Looking to advertise on City Cast Seattle? Check out our options for podcast and newsletter ads at citycast.fm/advertise.
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    29 min
  • Preschools at Risk, Storm Roster Shakeups, and What To Do This Weekend

    Preschools at Risk, Storm Roster Shakeups, and What To Do This Weekend
    Apr 17 2026
    Today on the show, Jane’s learning about threats to Seattle’s co-op preschool system from parent educator and developmental psychologist Dr. Jharman Lightner. Will our leaders intervene in time to save the program? Plus, sports journalist Maggie Mertens from The Forecast and contributor Marcus Harrison Green break down some big changes to the Storm’s roster. And Jane has some ideas for how to spend your weekend. And if you’re a City Cast Seattle Neighbor, you get to enjoy a bonus segment from the team about some controversial changes coming to Golden Gardens this summer. Join our membership program today to get this exclusive bonus conversation! Become a member: membership.citycast.fm/seattle Want to get in touch? Follow us @CityCastSeattle on Instagram, or email us at seattle@citycast.fm. You can also call or text us at 206-880-3931. For more Seattle news, make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter, City Cast Seattle. Looking to advertise on City Cast Seattle? Check out our options for podcast and newsletter ads at citycast.fm/advertise.
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    32 min
  • Overwhelmed Public Defenders, a New Downtown Home for Artists, and SIFF’s Big Documentary Lineup

    Overwhelmed Public Defenders, a New Downtown Home for Artists, and SIFF’s Big Documentary Lineup
    Apr 16 2026
    Today on the podcast, Jane gets the lowdown on Washington’s public defender crisis from the Stranger’s Nathalie Graham. Nathalie also breaks down why this year’s judicial elections are such a big deal. And contributor Chase Hutchinson is back, this time with intel on the best documentaries coming to the Seattle International Film Festival. Plus, Jane shares news of an upcoming affordable housing opportunity for local artists — complete with balconies! Learn more about the sponsors of this April 16th episode: Washington State Spring Fair Town Hall Seattle King Harvest Special thanks to Alice H., who just became a City Cast Seattle Neighbor yesterday! Be like Alice, become a member: membership.citycast.fm/seattle Want to get in touch? Follow us @CityCastSeattle on Instagram, or email us at seattle@citycast.fm. You can also call or text us at 206-880-3931. For more Seattle news, make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter, City Cast Seattle. Looking to advertise on City Cast Seattle? Check out our options for podcast and newsletter ads at citycast.fm/advertise.
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    37 min
  • Our Newest Worker-Owned Arts Mag, a Twist in the Gas Works Saga, and Award-Winning Bagels

    Our Newest Worker-Owned Arts Mag, a Twist in the Gas Works Saga, and Award-Winning Bagels
    Apr 15 2026
    Jane sits down with the founders of CHUM News, Seattle's newest online magazine mixing art, food, politics, and culture. Photographer Meron Menghistab and journalist Adam Willems share how they launched their worker-owned publication to fill gaps in the local media landscape, and contributor Brett Hamill discusses the vital role of independent arts media. The group also dives into surprising data about which Seattle neighborhoods have the highest concentrations of kids to seniors. And then Jane breaks down the midweek headlines, including the Punk Rock Flea Market gaining national attention, Hey Bagel winning big, and a discussion of the ideal uses for Seattle’s many empty buildings. Learn more about the sponsors of this April 15th episode: Washington State Spring Fair Town Hall Seattle King Harvest Want to get in touch? Follow us @CityCastSeattle on Instagram, or email us at seattle@citycast.fm. You can also call or text us at 206-880-3931. For more Seattle news, make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter, City Cast Seattle. Support City Cast Seattle by becoming a member: membership.citycast.fm/seattle Looking to advertise on City Cast Seattle? Check out our options for podcast and newsletter ads at citycast.fm/advertise.
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    36 min