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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
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- 2 days ago24 min
How Las Vegas Is Celebrating America's 250th Birthday
America is gearing up for a milestone birthday this July 4th with 250 years of history to celebrate. But where — and when — does Nevada fit into the picture? Newsletter Editor Rob Kachelriess joins host Jesse Merrick to look at what our region of the country was up to when the Declaration of Independence was signed, how (and why) Nevada joined the United States, and the best Independence Day celebrations taking place in and around Las Vegas. Plus, some insider tips on where to view the fireworks. Learn more about the sponsors of this Monday, June 15th episode: Southern Nevada Water Authority 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. Learn more about becoming a City Cast Las Vegas Neighbor at membership.citycast.fm. Looking to advertise on City Cast Las Vegas? Check out our options for podcast and newsletter ads at citycast.fm/advertise.
- 3 days ago32 min
'Your City Could Be Better': Why Every Region Needs A Park Map Tool Like Salt Lake's — Presented by City Cast Las Vegas
Do you know how many parks Las Vegas has? Residents of Salt Lake County have wondered about their parks for years — that is, until City Cast Salt Lake host Ali Vallarta set out to catalog them all. Over the course of two years, she visited all 511 parks in the county, seeking to record their amenities (e.g., bathrooms, playgrounds), write helpful summaries, and track down the people in charge. The resulting map has already become a valuable tool for locals, who now not only know who to call when trash cans are overflowing: they can also find outdoor spaces that meet their needs. Mentioned on the show: Every Park SLC - The First-Ever Guide to Every Park in Salt Lake County (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.
- 5 days ago29 min
Primary Surprises, the Road to November, and a Casino Sale Shaking Up Water Street
Nevada's primary election results are in. Host Jesse Merrick breaks down the surprises and results alongside Creative Producer Jacob Solis and contributor Dayvid Figler, plus the trio digs into a big shake-up in the Water Street District and, in a members-only bonus segment, picks apart the LVCVA's latest investment in the Vegas Loop. Want to get in touch? Follow us @CityCastVegas on Instagram, or email us at lasvegas@citycast.fm. You 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.
- 6 days ago21 min
Where to Find Las Vegas’ Best Hot Dogs
We are now in the thick of peak hot dog season (which is a real thing, we swear!), and what better way to celebrate that than finding the best hot dogs in all of Las Vegas? We’ve got sausages, franks, buns and most important of all: The final word on whether a hot dog counts as a sandwich. Today on City Cast Las Vegas, we revisit a conversation between Dayvid Figler and food writer Brent Holmes to break down the best spots to grab that perfect hot dog. Want to get in touch? Follow us @CityCastVegas on Instagram, or email us at lasvegas@citycast.fm. You 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.
- 1 weeks ago22 min
The Dark Money Influence on Nevada Elections
Dark money is flooding Nevada's elections, but voters might never know who's really behind the ads saturating their screens. Host Jesse Merrick talks with Eric Neugeboren, politics and data reporter for The Nevada Independent, about the millions in untraceable campaign spending in the primary election and why transparency laws are working against voters who want to follow the 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. Learn more about becoming a City Cast Las Vegas Neighbor at membership.citycast.fm. Looking to advertise on City Cast Las Vegas? Check out our options for podcast and newsletter ads at citycast.fm/advertise.
- 1 weeks ago24 min
Why Is Car Insurance So Expensive in Las Vegas?
Why are Las Vegas car insurance rates among the highest in the country? Today we revisit a conversation contributor Dayvid Figler had with injury attorney Justin Randall, who breaks down the perfect storm of factors driving up premiums: from our transient population and chaotic driving culture to skyrocketing medical bills and expensive car technology. They also discuss practical steps drivers can take before and after an accident and what might help bring rates 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. Learn more about becoming a City Cast Las Vegas Neighbor at membership.citycast.fm. Looking to advertise on City Cast Las Vegas? Check out our options for podcast and newsletter ads at citycast.fm/advertise.
- 1 weeks ago23 min
From Quickie Divorces to Drive-Thru Vows: The Real Story of Vegas Weddings
Las Vegas' reputation as the wedding capital of the world has roots that might surprise you. As we enter peak wedding season, we revisit a conversation with food historian Sarah Lohman and writer Eric Duran-Valle about the fascinating history of how Sin City became synonymous with quickie marriages — and why it actually started with quickie divorces. From drive-thru chapels to punk rock venues to ceremonies atop the STRAT, they explore the wild world of Vegas weddings and discuss Nevada's role as a sanctuary for personal freedoms. Want to get in touch? Follow us @CityCastVegas on Instagram, or email us at lasvegas@citycast.fm. You 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.
- 1 weeks ago30 min
'Your City Could Be Better': How Las Vegas Saves More Water Than Any Other City
The water in Vegas stays in Vegas. How else could a desert city possibly have enough water for its year-round tourists, a metro area population of over 2 million, and all those pools? The process just might be grosser than you think. With innovative recycling, strict lawn rules, and infrastructure to monitor it all, Vegas has become a global leader in water reuse. City Cast CEO David Plotz talks with City Cast Las Vegas host Jesse Merrick to learn how the city makes do with what it has and how its practices could save other cities’ water supplies. Plus, are any Las Vegans actually going to the casinos? Mentioned on the show: "Reality Check - There are Big Fines If You Don’t Change Your Watering Clock" (Southern Nevada Water Authority) "Federal Regulators Cut Lake Mead Water. Can Vegas Handle It?" (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.
About City Cast Las Vegas
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
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