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City Cast

Join Host Bree Davies and the City Cast Denver crew every weekday morning as we celebrate, explore, and challenge an ever-changing Denver.... more

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Episodes

Red Rocks Hailstorm Texts Revealed. Plus, Did ‘Zero Fare for Better Air’ Work?

Over the summer a show at Red Rocks was hit by a hailstorm that injured several people and left hundreds... more

05 Dec 2023 · 23 minutes
Will Rep. Tim Hernández Lose His Seat Over Gaza Protests?

Tim Hernández came on our show for the first time two years ago as a 24-year-old teacher who was not... more

04 Dec 2023 · 24 minutes
Gaza Protests Escalate, the Mayor’s Plan for Downtown, and El Tepehuan Closing

Ever since the Hamas attack on Israel on October 7, tensions over the Israeli-Palestinian Conflict have been on the rise... more

01 Dec 2023 · 46 minutes
Will the Holidays Save Local Liquor Stores? Plus, 7 Pounds of Ramen

Last year, Colorado voters decided that grocery stores could sell wine along with beer, which had many independent liquor store... more

30 Nov 2023 · 25 minutes
What Will Happen to Downtown’s Empty Office Buildings?

With construction on the 16th St. Mall now set to last through 2025 and many office workers happier working at... more

29 Nov 2023 · 20 minutes
‘Political Theater’ in the Mayor’s Office? Plus, Biden’s Visit and Chile Rellenos

Mayor Mike Johnston’s effort to house 1,000 people by the end of the year is not looking great, with more... more

28 Nov 2023 · 21 minutes
The Best Green Chile in Denver (and What Exactly Is Green Chile?)

It seems like everyone has an opinion on where to find the best green chile in town. So why do... more

27 Nov 2023 · 21 minutes
Tension Over Migrants, Our Denver Gratitudes, and United’s New DIA Rom-Com

Happy Thanksgiving! We’re celebrating the short week with a round-up of all the local stories that matter. First, it’s been... more

22 Nov 2023 · 44 minutes
Our Guide to Holiday Shopping in Denver

Black Friday and the holiday shopping season are right around the corner, but while the big chain stores are rolling... more

21 Nov 2023 · 27 minutes
What if There Was a Museum of Denver?

Many cities have a museum solely dedicated to telling their own story, and many of those museums are a source... more

20 Nov 2023 · 33 minutes
Gas Price Wars, DIA Train Fails, and the Population Growth Question

Gas prices are trending down nationwide, but they are perhaps nowhere lower than the exit off I-25 into Greenwood Village.... more

17 Nov 2023 · 46 minutes
The Delivery App Debate, a ‘Reducetarian’ Thanksgiving, and Holiday Markets

Hungry for lunch but don’t want to go out? One local restaurant owner hopes you don’t reach for that meal-delivery... more

16 Nov 2023 · 29 minutes
Denver’s Best Movie Theaters (Now That The Esquire Is Closing)

After a water main break, the rise of streaming, and a global pandemic put the Esquire Theatre on the brink,... more

15 Nov 2023 · 24 minutes
Better Buses Inbound! Plus, How Will Denargo Market Reshape RiNo?

It’s Tuesday, and we’re talking about all the local stories that matter this week. First, local officials are officially hyped... more

14 Nov 2023 · 26 minutes
Why Colorado Is Failing Its Climate Goals

The State of Colorado has a lot of big, lofty goals to help stave off climate change. But according to... more

13 Nov 2023 · 19 minutes
Why Prop HH Failed, Jumbotron Proposals, and Who’s Gonna Beat Boebert?

It wasn’t the biggest election of our lifetimes. It wasn’t even the biggest election in Denver this year! But this... more

10 Nov 2023 · 40 minutes
Tom’s Starlight Closing, Food Influencer Drama, and On-Screen Eating

A few years ago Tom Messina made a deal to sell off his iconic East Colfax building — then known... more

09 Nov 2023 · 28 minutes
Election Results Are In! Plus, Inside Denver’s Budget Battles

Voter turnout was unsurprisingly low for yesterday’s off-year election, but we still have plenty of results to dissect from all... more

08 Nov 2023 · 27 minutes
The Englewood Scammer Saga Continues! Plus, More Last-Minute Election News

It might not feel like it, but today is election day. So host Bree Davies and producer Paul Karolyi are... more

07 Nov 2023 · 24 minutes
How Will CO’s Ski Biz Navigate Growth, Housing, Labor This Season?

Between the ongoing I-70 traffic conundrum, housing affordability issues in basically every ski town, pricey passes to overcrowded lift lines,... more

06 Nov 2023 · 26 minutes
Unmasking the 'Rat' in the Weed Biz, Bye Bye Ken Buck, and Is Denver Unfriendly?

Epic weed drama erupted this week, with the outing of a “rat in the community” who allegedly made dozens of... more

03 Nov 2023 · 38 minutes
Japanese Food Old and New, the Rise of Bodegas, and Cozy Vibes

It’s Thursday, and we are so ready for the weekend. So as usual, newsletter editor and our resident foodie Peyton... more

02 Nov 2023 · 25 minutes
Your Guide to November in Denver

Welcome to November, the month of 5 p.m. sunsets, extended family visits, early holiday shopping, and colder temps. Newsletter editor... more

01 Nov 2023 · 27 minutes
Dark Money, the Scammer Running Unopposed, and Is Denver in the Midwest?

Election day is just a week away and while it’s an off-year, there are plenty of important races and issues... more

31 Oct 2023 · 29 minutes
How To Save Denver’s Nightlife

With Halloween coming up tomorrow, we’re thinking about everything that goes bump in the night. But the importance of Denver’s... more

30 Oct 2023 · 18 minutes
BONUS: What Bree Learned at MSU

Our friends at Metropolitan State University of Denver (aka MSU or just plain “Metro”) recently hosted our very own Bree... more

28 Oct 2023 · 1 hour, 13 minutes
The Big Police Reform Report, Club Q Reborn, and the Nuggs Are Back, Baby!

Four years after the killing of Elijah McClain, Aurora police are finally on trial. But what about the systemic injustices... more

27 Oct 2023 · 48 minutes
Inside Baker’s New Chinese Spot, Boulder Bites, and the ‘Hawaiian Plate Lunch’

We’re talking noodles, dumplings, and cocktails unapologetically seasoned with MSG as host Bree Davies chats with newsletter editor Peyton Garcia... more

26 Oct 2023 · 30 minutes
Mayor Johnston on Angry Neighbors, Canceled Micro-Communities, and Meeting Travis Scott

Can you believe it’s already been 100 days since our new mayor Mike Johnston was inaugurated? He hasn’t even had... more

25 Oct 2023 · 28 minutes
Polis’ Transit Fail, Shenanigans in the ’Burbs, and Bagels

It’s Tuesday, and we’re talking about all the stories that matter this week. First up, Governor Jared Polis made a... more

24 Oct 2023 · 27 minutes
How the City Will Spend $1.74 Billion of Your Money

The City of Denver’s official budget for 2024 determines how the powers that be will spend a whopping $1.74 billion... more

23 Oct 2023 · 18 minutes
Tattered Cover’s Bankruptcy, Meow Wolf’s New Bar, and Denver’s Worst Bridges

Tattered Cover filed for bankruptcy this week after a rough few years for the beloved Denver institution. Three of the... more

20 Oct 2023 · 39 minutes
The Juicy DIA Burger Scandal and a Weekend of Tricks & Treats

The weekend is so close you can almost taste it. So we’re digging into the biggest food story of the... more

19 Oct 2023 · 23 minutes
Did Colorado Get Its Indian Boarding School Report All Wrong?

Earlier this month, History Colorado released a major report documenting the history of Indigenous “boarding schools” across our state, including... more

18 Oct 2023 · 28 minutes
What’s Next in the Elijah McClain Trials? Plus, Stan Kroenke vs. Commerce City

It’s Tuesday, and we’re talking about all the local stories that matter this week. Four years after Elijah McClain was... more

17 Oct 2023 · 30 minutes
BONUS: TABOR TALK

This morning on the podcast, we did our best to understand the most confusing and most impactful question on Colorado... more

16 Oct 2023 · 8 minutes
Everything You Need to Know About Prop HH

The Wall Street Journal called it a “back-door tax hike.” Colorado conservatives are calling it a TABOR killer. Even Democrats... more

16 Oct 2023 · 17 minutes
The Real Triangle Bar Story, Lauren Boebert's Divorce, and the Big Bigfoot Sighting

The Triangle Bar closed “indefinitely” last Sunday, owner Scott Coors blamed homeless encampments, and the press ran with an easy... more

13 Oct 2023 · 50 minutes
Is Casa Bonita Still a Thing? Plus, a 'Food Truck Park' and Where to Get Your Dessert On

It’s Thursday, and we’re here to get you ready for a great Denver weekend! Newsletter editor and resident foodie Peyton... more

12 Oct 2023 · 27 minutes
Why Triangle Bar Closed, Kaiser Strike Not So Permanente, and Albuquerque

Three thousand Kaiser Permanente employees went on strike across Colorado last week and, although their bosses didn’t cave, all those... more

11 Oct 2023 · 29 minutes
The 1-Star Review Game: Haunted Spots Edition

We had so much fun last month with our game show based on 1-star reviews of Denver icons, we decided... more

10 Oct 2023 · 23 minutes
Is Denver a True Sanctuary City? Plus, DIA Construction Forever and 'Red Pant Man'

It’s Friday and we’re digging into all the local stories that mattered this week. First, this week’s influx of Central... more

06 Oct 2023 · 34 minutes
Is Denver Done With Food Halls? Plus, a Soup Vending Machine and Choctoberfest

Are food halls officially over? Axios Denver reports that food halls across the Denver metro are closing or being sold.... more

05 Oct 2023 · 22 minutes
RTD’s Funding Woes, Front Range Rail, and Bike Lane Drama

It’s been more than a month since RTD’s Zero Fare For Better Air promotion beckoned riders to just get on... more

04 Oct 2023 · 31 minutes
Megafights Over Micro-Communities, a Social Media Lawsuit, and Ecoterrorism

Mayor Mike Johnston says he plans to house 1,000 people before the end of 2023, and so far he’s got... more

03 Oct 2023 · 31 minutes
Your Guide to October in Denver

‘Tis the spooky season! October is upon us and there are so many cool things to do, see, and imbibe... more

02 Oct 2023 · 29 minutes
A Big Break for Polluters? Plus, Pedestrian Deaths and Jon Caldara’s Poop

It’s no secret — Colorado’s air quality is suffering, and last Friday regulators approved yet another new plan to address... more

29 Sep 2023 · 42 minutes
Our Favorite Road Trip-Worthy Restaurants

As we wrap up a week of fall getaways, we wanted to leave you with an enticing list of delicious... more

28 Sep 2023 · 27 minutes
The 6 Most Haunted Places in Colorado

What’s the most haunted place in all of Colorado? A lot of folks would tell you it’s the Stanley Hotel... more

27 Sep 2023 · 21 minutes
Is Pickleball Too Noisy for Denver? Plus, Mayor Johnston’s Housing Thermometer

Pickleball fever has swept the country, and after three years of explosive growth it looks like it’s not going anywhere... more

26 Sep 2023 · 31 minutes
Weekend Getaways for a Perfect Colorado Fall

All this week, we’re celebrating the gorgeous season that is fall in Colorado. Today, we’re focusing on perfect weekend getaways... more

25 Sep 2023 · 25 minutes
Denver’s Got Startup Fever, More Hotels Not Housing, and a Green Chile Debate

More than ten thousand people with big dreams arrived in the Mile High City for this year’s Denver Startup Week,... more

22 Sep 2023 · 36 minutes
High Plains Comedy Turns 10, ‘Vandal Futurism,’ and Music for Beer-Drinking

This weekend marks the tenth anniversary of what our guest calls “Comedy Christmas” — aka, the High Plains Comedy Festival.... more

21 Sep 2023 · 26 minutes
Should Denver Rename These 6 Parks?

At the height of the racial justice protests of 2020, Denverites — like the rest of the country — reckoned... more

20 Sep 2023 · 30 minutes
Is the 'Homeless Bar' Real? Plus, Public Overdose Deaths Are on the Rise

It’s Tuesday, so host Bree Davies and producer Paul Karolyi are breaking down all the local stories that matter. First,... more

19 Sep 2023 · 29 minutes
Has Denver’s Dumpling Moment Finally Arrived?

With the opening of Yuan Wonton’s new shared brick-and-mortar restaurant in Park Hill, the food trend of the fall is... more

18 Sep 2023 · 29 minutes
Boebert’s Big Night Out, Paying Legislators, and a Trash-Eating Bear

U.S. Representative Lauren Boebert had a big night out at the theater in Denver this past weekend, complete with vaping,... more

15 Sep 2023 · 43 minutes
What Did CO’s New Michelin Stars Really Cost? Plus, Mountaintop Arby’s

After months of anticipation and rumors, the Michelin Guide bestowed five local restaurants a Michelin star at an exclusive ceremony... more

14 Sep 2023 · 31 minutes
Do These Denver Icons Deserve 1-Star Reviews?

The humble user review — taken alone, is just one person’s opinion. But put a bunch together, and that aggregated... more

13 Sep 2023 · 20 minutes
What Do Denverites Really Think? A New Poll Shows All

It’s easy to walk down the streets of Denver and see the major issues facing our city — housing, homelessness,... more

12 Sep 2023 · 28 minutes
Is There Such Thing as a ‘Denver Accent’?

It’s easy to forget, but Denver is still a young city, constantly searching for an identity. So it’s confounding why... more

11 Sep 2023 · 20 minutes
South Broadway on the Brink, Hypocrite Activist Outed, and UFOs

Mayor Mike Johnston is tackling Denver’s homelessness crisis head on, but the city might not be able to wait for... more

08 Sep 2023 · 33 minutes
The Buzzy New Vietnamese Spot, CBD Coffee Is Back, and Our Bakery Recs

When a brand new Denver restaurant landed on Bon Appétit’s most anticipated openings list, we were sooooo curious — what’s... more

07 Sep 2023 · 29 minutes
A Defunct Westside Power Plant: Eyesore or Opportunity?

For more than 100 years, the brick power plant at Zuni Street and West 14th Avenue generated electricity for Denver... more

06 Sep 2023 · 23 minutes
Our Best Bets for September

Denver’s a cool place, full of cool things to do each and every month — and September is no exception.... more

05 Sep 2023 · 27 minutes
When a Senator Gets Towed, Baby Orangutans, and Jack Harlow Hearts Denver

When State Senator Julie Gonzales wrote the Towing Bill of Rights last year, she had no idea that she’d have... more

01 Sep 2023 · 30 minutes
The Michelin Guide Value Menu, Drinks on the Go, and Pumpkin Spicy Takes

The Michelin Guide is giving some mystery, top tier restaurants highly coveted stars at their invite-only event on Sept. 12,... more

31 Aug 2023 · 27 minutes
Why Are New Buildings in Denver So Ugly?

They don’t make stuff like they used to…turns out that’s true for Denver’s buildings as well. Art Writer and Architecture... more

30 Aug 2023 · 16 minutes
An Activist Turns Legislator, Micro-Communities are Coming, and More for Our Visitors Guide

Host Bree Davies and state politics and green chile correspondent Justine Sandoval are breaking down all the local stories that... more

29 Aug 2023 · 27 minutes
The Park-Lovers Guide to Denver’s Green Spaces

Denver’s park system is something to behold — we have more than 250 dedicated green spaces in the city proper... more

28 Aug 2023 · 30 minutes
Is Coach Prime Too Cool for Boulder? Plus, A/C at DPS and John Fielder's Favorite Fleece

When the University of Colorado hired NFL Hall of Fame superstar Deion “Prime Time” Sanders to be their next head... more

25 Aug 2023 · 40 minutes
New Tacos in Cap Hill, Why Guy Fieri Loves Denver, and Dogs in Restaurants

Guy Fieri’s people have returned to two Colorado restaurants made famous by “Diners, Drive-Ins and Dives” — which has us... more

24 Aug 2023 · 23 minutes
Is the Expansion of Peña Boulevard 'Inevitable'?

Well, it’s happening again. Complaints about traffic have driven the powers that be to make the same old proposal: What... more

23 Aug 2023 · 20 minutes
New Clues to the Westside's Future, the Startup Bug, and the Hottest 'Za in Town

It’s Tuesday, and we’re talking about all the local stories that matter this week. First, the Latino Cultural Arts Center... more

22 Aug 2023 · 27 minutes
The Ultimate Visitor's Guide to Denver

A few years ago, the New York Times spent a weekend in Denver as part of its “36 Hours” series,... more

21 Aug 2023 · 31 minutes
The New Labor Wars, A Forgotten Theme Park, and Indigenous Biology

Unions are all the rage this summer. It’s looking like the busiest summer of labor action since 2000, with 323,000... more

18 Aug 2023 · 42 minutes
How to Keep Cool and Survive a Denver Summer

We’re hitting that late-summer stride in Colorado as temps rise into the upper 90s, and being without air conditioning feels... more

17 Aug 2023 · 21 minutes
The Most Instagrammable Spots to Tell a New Denver Story

Denver looks different through everyone’s eyes. So, how do you capture the Mile High City in a way that showcases... more

16 Aug 2023 · 22 minutes
Gov. Polis Said What? Plus, Your Takes on the DPS Scandal

Host Bree Davies and producer Paul Karolyi are breaking down all the local stories that matter this week — starting... more

15 Aug 2023 · 31 minutes
Could Empty Office Buildings Offer a Real Housing Solution?

Downtown Denver has a lot of big, beautiful office buildings that are… empty. Simultaneously, the city is facing an ongoing... more

14 Aug 2023 · 21 minutes
The ‘Seclusion Room’ Scandal at DPS, Pricey Port-a-Potties, and Roller Coasters

What a week it was in Denver! First, DPS is in the midst of a crisis, this time involving a... more

11 Aug 2023 · 52 minutes
Patio-Yeah! Denver’s Best Outdoor Hangs

That Mile High sun is a-blazing, and that can only mean one thing. It’s patio season here in Denver. So... more

10 Aug 2023 · 16 minutes
Inside the GOP’s New Power Play. Plus, Should You Hike That 14er?

The Colorado Republican Party sued the state last week in an effort to stop unaffiliated voters — who make up... more

09 Aug 2023 · 20 minutes
The Sweep No One Wanted, Another Bike Lane Fight, and Peaches!

Prior to the first sweep of a homeless encampment on his watch, Mayor Mike Johnston made a visit to meet... more

08 Aug 2023 · 28 minutes
Are Denver’s Strip Clubs Dying?

Is there still a place for strip clubs in Denver’s vast world of entertainment, arts, and “immersive” experiences? Can our... more

07 Aug 2023 · 20 minutes
Colorado Wedding Disasters, Trash Pickups for Encampments, and Fancy-ish Toast

It’s wedding season in Colorado, and that means… your $2-million Aspen wedding could be ruined by a crappy sound system... more

04 Aug 2023 · 47 minutes
Our Best Bets for August

We love talking about cool events and things to do around Denver. But there are so many to choose from!... more

03 Aug 2023 · 26 minutes
A Tour De Hot Dog With Denver’s Wiener King

It’s summertime and we’re thinking about what else — hot dogs. Does the Mile High actually have a hot dog... more

02 Aug 2023 · 24 minutes
Drivers Hitting Stuff, Downtown's Bounceback, and DIA Art Needs a Nickname

Are drivers more aggressive in Denver than they used to be? Has it become the norm to speed on neighborhood... more

01 Aug 2023 · 24 minutes
Why Colorado is the Best Place to Buy an Electric Vehicle

When it comes to climate change, Governor Jared Polis and the Democrats in control of the statehouse are betting big... more

31 Jul 2023 · 25 minutes
Johnston and the Sweeps, Worms in the Sweet Corn, and RTD's Fare Decrease

We’re less than a month into Mike Johnston’s first term as mayor, and things are already off to a bumpy... more

28 Jul 2023 · 46 minutes
PSA: A Warning for Evergreen Hikers

Content warning: This episode contains mentions of sexual violence. Earlier this week on our episode about self care, we recommended a... more

27 Jul 2023 · 3 minutes
Brain Freeze! Denver’s Best Ice Cream

Who makes the best ice cream in town? Is it the parlor with the best vibes? Or does it all... more

27 Jul 2023 · 44 minutes
Why Is Salt Lake City So Obsessed With Us?

Our friends at City Cast Salt Lake picked this fight, and we’re finally hashing it out. Can Salt Lake City... more

26 Jul 2023 · 23 minutes
An ‘Ugly’ Bike Lane, the Casa Bonita Union Fight, and Barbie Mania

Neighbors in Congress Park and Country Club say that new infrastructure meant to keep cyclists safe is making their neighborhoods... more

25 Jul 2023 · 28 minutes
Take Yourself on a Denver-Style Self-Care Date

Today is International Self-Care Day, and what more prompting do any of us need than to spend some time with... more

24 Jul 2023 · 21 minutes
Introducing the Colfax Hall of Fame

It was a raucous night on Colfax last night -- as usual -- and the renovated garage behind Bruz Off... more

21 Jul 2023 · 40 minutes
The Lost History of Downtown’s Secret Tunnels

Next time you find yourself in LoDo or wandering around near Union Station, look down. Just below the streets of... more

20 Jul 2023 · 18 minutes
Will Mike Johnston Make History?

Robert Speer. Michael Hancock. Benjamin Stapleton. Federico Peña. Wellington Webb. Each mayor of Denver leaves their mark on the city... more

19 Jul 2023 · 19 minutes
Mayor Mike Vibe Check, Our Rival City, and Your Colfax Stories

Mayor Mike Johnston was inaugurated yesterday, with an inspiring speech and… a killer music festival? It’s Tuesday, so host Bree... more

18 Jul 2023 · 31 minutes
What Goes in a Colfax Starter Pack?

Do you remember your first time on Colfax Avenue? It was probably equal parts exhilarating, interesting, confusing, and entertaining, as... more

17 Jul 2023 · 18 minutes
Who Is a ‘Denver Native’? Plus, Dry Water Fountains and Swifties Takeover

With our first new mayor in 12 years set to be inaugurated on Monday, we’re running out of time to... more

14 Jul 2023 · 51 minutes
Take a Hike! Our Favorite Colorado Trails

Is there anything worse than a bad hike? Maybe you ran out of water. Maybe you didn’t pack the micro-spikes.... more

13 Jul 2023 · 29 minutes
Big Ideas for How Mike Johnston Can Bring Denver's Mojo Back

Mike Johnston will be sworn in as Denver’s 46th mayor on Monday, and he’s already making moves. He hired a... more

12 Jul 2023 · 29 minutes
Lowriders on Car-Free Streets, Mile High Rent Burden, and Empower Field (Taylor's Version)

¡Viva! Streets! took over Broadway once again, literally intersecting with the Lowrider Show and Shine event outside the Denver Art... more

11 Jul 2023 · 28 minutes
Why Aren’t Denver Teens Working Anymore?

To the chagrin of many summer lovers, Denver’s public pools are once again operating with limited hours, due to —... more

10 Jul 2023 · 20 minutes
What's Denver's Favorite Drink? Plus, RIP Pizzeria Locale and the Lakewood Panty Raider

It’s Friday and we’re talking about all the news that mattered this short, holiday week. From our expansive craft brew... more

07 Jul 2023 · 54 minutes
Downtown’s Lunch Scene is Back and Better Than Ever

Downtown Denver is definitely not the hellhole that some suburban Republicans think it is, but since the pandemic it’s certainly... more

06 Jul 2023 · 17 minutes
Mortified Live: Confessions of a '90s Denver Teen

Did you keep a diary as a kid? Did you have that safe place where all of your teenage thoughts... more

05 Jul 2023 · 22 minutes
An Insider’s Guide to Surviving Denver

Every city has its unwritten rules, and when Politico published its rules for surviving Washington DC, we figured why not... more

03 Jul 2023 · 26 minutes
Tipping vs. Service Fees, Why BCycle Died, and Drake Night

It’s Friday and we’re talking about the big local stories this week. Casa Bonita continues to dominate the news cycle... more

30 Jun 2023 · 51 minutes
The New Rules of Compost

Starting in July, the City of Denver is officially launching its free composting program, which will serve more than 180,000... more

29 Jun 2023 · 19 minutes
Inside the Secret Meeting that Led to the Return of Cops in Schools

In the wake of the March 23 shooting at East High School, thousands of students walked out of class in... more

28 Jun 2023 · 19 minutes
Free Public Transit, French Fry Art, and More Tourist Traps

It’s Tuesday, and we’re talking about all the local stories that matter this week. First up, RTD’s “Zero Fare for... more

27 Jun 2023 · 23 minutes
How to Plan Your Next Epic Tubing Adventure

After a wet winter and super rainy spring, our rivers and creeks are running high. Does that mean we’re about... more

26 Jun 2023 · 18 minutes
Queer Book Bans, Disaster at Red Rocks, and an Ice Cream Beer Experience

It’s Friday and we’re talking about all the the stories that mattered this week. The big Pride weekend is finally... more

23 Jun 2023 · 50 minutes
Don’t Get Tourist Trapped! We Can Help.

There are lots of glitzy attractions around Denver — but which ones are really worth it? Which destinations are just... more

22 Jun 2023 · 28 minutes
Inside the Democrats’ Plan to Unseat Lauren Boebert

Colorado’s most infamous Republican, Rep. Lauren Boebert, won re-election last November by a mere 546 votes, shocking the unsuspecting Denver... more

21 Jun 2023 · 18 minutes
Who Pays the Price for 'We Buy Ugly Houses'?

You ever see one of those signs that say “We Buy Ugly Houses” stapled to a telephone poll? Or plastered... more

20 Jun 2023 · 15 minutes
Nuggets on Parade, Welcome to ‘Lavender Hill,’ and Monster Truck Palooza

The Nuggets are finally world famous! Denver’s hometown ballers won their first NBA Championship in franchise history, and the city... more

16 Jun 2023 · 42 minutes
Everything You Need to Know About the Reckoning at DMNS

The Denver Museum of Nature and Science is full of dioramas depicting wolves in the arctic, rare birds from across... more

15 Jun 2023 · 20 minutes
Our Best Bets for Your Summer

Every Friday on City Cast Denver, our newsletter editor Peyton Garcia joins the crew to offer some event recommendations, and... more

14 Jun 2023 · 37 minutes
Jor’Dell Richardson Bodycam Footage, Politicians Can Block You, and Your New Brunch Spot

UPDATE 6/13/23: After this episode was published, we learned that the location of the Jor'Dell Richardson community memorial and procession... more

13 Jun 2023 · 32 minutes
Has AI Already Taken This Denver Job?

AI is everywhere right now — at least that’s how it seems. The technology has a lot of people worried,... more

12 Jun 2023 · 21 minutes
What Will Define the Johnston Era? Plus, the NYT takes on Casa Bonita and Cows Attack!

It’s Friday and we’re talking about all the local stories that grabbed our attention this week — aka, the election.... more

09 Jun 2023 · 53 minutes
Amid Colfax's Queer Rebirth, an Iconic Bar Rises Again

When nightclub owner Steven Alix bought the old Irish Snug, he didn’t know anything about Sid King or his famous... more

08 Jun 2023 · 22 minutes
Denver Elects Mike Johnston as Mayor

The people of Denver have elected Mike Johnston to become their first new mayor in 12 years. While the results... more

07 Jun 2023 · 23 minutes
An Insider's Guide to the Best Summer Entertainment

Summer is finally here! But no need to stress if your calendar’s not already full of summer fun. Over the... more

06 Jun 2023 · 26 minutes
The Best Local Concert Venues, According to the Pros

Yes, Red Rocks is a world-famous concert venue, drawing music-lovers from all walks of life to the Denver suburbs. But... more

05 Jun 2023 · 22 minutes
Mayoral Madness: Brough and Johnston on Homelessness with ‘Elevated Denver’

What will the next mayor do when it comes to housing and homelessness? There are so many important issues at... more

03 Jun 2023 · 47 minutes
Mayoral Attack Ads, a Mysterious Missing Hat, and Is Denver Disney-Ready?

It’s Friday and we’re chatting about all the local stories that caught our eyes this week. With Election Day looming,... more

02 Jun 2023 · 44 minutes
What’s at Stake in the City Council Runoffs?

The mayor’s race is grabbing all the headlines lately, but what about Denver City Council? With contested runoffs in Districts... more

01 Jun 2023 · 26 minutes
A Secret Szechuan Gem and Our Other Asian Food Faves

While Denver’s dining scene has attracted top chefs from all over the world, it’s our mom-and-pop shops and holes in... more

31 May 2023 · 23 minutes
How Colorado Fell in Love With the ‘Daytona Dong Sarong’

Shinesty CEO Chris White got his start selling thrift store finds to his fellow CU Boulder students hoping to stand... more

30 May 2023 · 17 minutes
Mayoral Madness: Spicy Wings and Spicy Questions for Brough and Johnston

The mayor’s race is getting spicy! No, we’re not talking about the latest attack ad; we’re talking about hot wings.... more

27 May 2023 · 45 minutes
BREAKING: We Saw Inside the New Casa Bonita!

Hey Denver newsletter editor Peyton Garcia got a sneak preview of the new Casa Bonita this morning, and she’s calling... more

26 May 2023 · 10 minutes
The 'Silent' Man Behind the Nuggets, Broomfield's Arena Fail, and Inflatable Amusements

It’s Friday, and we’re talking about all the local stories that mattered this week. After sweeping the Los Angeles Lakers,... more

26 May 2023 · 41 minutes
Can Lakewood Cash In on the Casa Bonita Hype?

A nostalgia bomb is about to go off on West Colfax, because the long-awaited return of Casa Bonita is expected... more

25 May 2023 · 19 minutes
Mayor Hancock Defends His Legacy

After a historic 12 years in what he calls the “best political job in Colorado,” Michael Hancock is ready to... more

24 May 2023 · 21 minutes
A Fresh Start in the Springs, AI Art at the DAM, and Casa Bonita Backlash

It’s Tuesday, and we’re breaking down all the local stories that matter this week. First, Colorado Springs has a brand-new... more

23 May 2023 · 31 minutes
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Shinesty CEO Chris White got his start selling thrift store finds to his fellow CU Boulder students hoping to stand out at... more