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City Cast Madison
City Cast

Join us every weekday morning for can’t-miss conversations about what’s happening in Madison, with a dose of local news to keep you... more

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Episodes

John Nolen Lane Closures, Get To Know BRT, and the Great UW Brick Debacle

The City Cast team is here to round up the news of the week. Executive producer Hayley Sperling is joined... more

06 Sep 2024 · 25 minutes
What Went Wrong at Robinia Courtyard?

Robinia Courtyard has been a staple of the East Washington corridor since it opened on the 800 block in 2015.... more

05 Sep 2024 · 27 minutes
What To Expect From the Great Wisconsin Quilt Show

Get your patterns and needles out because the Great Wisconsin Quilt Show is right around the corner! This Thursday through... more

04 Sep 2024 · 22 minutes
Your Insider’s Guide to September in Madison

If you’re new around here, welcome! We’ve put together a starter pack for you, with episodes and articles to welcome... more

03 Sep 2024 · 27 minutes
Labor Day Life Hacks, Better School Busing, and Crowded Ballots

It’s Friday! With the long weekend upon us, the City Cast team is here to round up the news of... more

30 Aug 2024 · 22 minutes
What’s New at the 2024 Taste of Madison

Taste of Madison is right around the corner. The annual two-day festival brings dozens of food vendors to the Capitol... more

29 Aug 2024 · 24 minutes
When Will This Itchy Hell End?

It’s no secret Madison has had a wet, hot, and itchy summer. Several early deluges of rainfall have created the... more

28 Aug 2024 · 26 minutes
The Best Free, Cheap, and Expensive Dates in Madison

In this week’s edition of Must See Madison, the City Cast Madison team gives you suggestions for your next date... more

27 Aug 2024 · 27 minutes
Why Madison Is Investing in Electric Vehicles

When Mahanth Joishy became Madison’s Fleet Service Superintendent, the city had zero electric vehicles in its fleet. Now it has... more

26 Aug 2024 · 20 minutes
City Council Says ‘Yes’ to Referendum, BRT Is On the Way, and Meet the Wisconsin Water Explorer

City Council made its decision and now it's up to voters to decide how Madison solves its operating budget problems.... more

23 Aug 2024 · 26 minutes
A Beginner’s Guide To Fermentation

Is your garden overflowing? As we start the transition from summer to fall you might find yourself wondering what exactly... more

22 Aug 2024 · 26 minutes
This Midwestern Gem Will Headline Orton Park Festival

The popular Minneapolis singer, rapper, and poet Dessa will headline this year’s Orton Park Festival this Sunday, Aug. 25. Host... more

21 Aug 2024 · 27 minutes
Where To Read, Write, and Think in Madison

Madison is a city full of creatives and bustling with ideas. But sometimes it can be hard to find spaces... more

20 Aug 2024 · 24 minutes
What To Expect from the YWCA’s 2024 Racial Justice Summit

From providing affordable housing for women and families in need to helping folks land jobs in tech, the YWCA Madison... more

19 Aug 2024 · 28 minutes
Primary Results, Weekend Festivals, and Plant Possibilities

The City Cast team is here to round up the news of the week. Bianca Martin and Hayley Sperling recap... more

16 Aug 2024 · 28 minutes
Urban Farming’s Growth in Madison

Madison may be a growing urban city, but farming is still a way of life for many locals. You don’t... more

15 Aug 2024 · 23 minutes
Celebrating 25 Years of Dane Dances

Get up, get down, get together. That’s the motto behind Dane Dances, the annual summertime party that happens every Friday... more

14 Aug 2024 · 20 minutes
How Madison Decides What’s Worth Saving

In this week’s installment of Must See Madison, we take a step back and look at the city’s past while... more

13 Aug 2024 · 24 minutes
Who’s Running for Dane County Executive

The August primary is nearly here! We’ve covered everything from how to vote on Election Day to the state legislative... more

12 Aug 2024 · 27 minutes
What’s on the City’s Chopping Block, Ride the Drive, and Goodbye Daisy Cafe

The City Cast team is here to round up the news of the week, and it’s another big one. Executive... more

09 Aug 2024 · 27 minutes
New Lounges, Breakfast Tacos, and A Kitty Cafe Coming To Madison

Wondering where you might grab your next bite to eat or drink? Why not try one of Madison’s newest bars,... more

08 Aug 2024 · 27 minutes
Why We Need to Talk about the Imagination Center

After years of planning and community input, the future of the $18.6 million, 16,000-square-foot “Imagination Center” at Reindahl Park is... more

07 Aug 2024 · 29 minutes
Kayaking, Nail Salons, and Impressing a Picky Teen in Madison

The tables are turned in this week’s installment of Must See Madison. Producer and Madison (not-so) newbie Phil Surkis shares... more

06 Aug 2024 · 26 minutes
7 Days, 100 comics, 12 Venues. Welcome To Madison Comedy Week.

Madison Comedy Week is in full swing and we’ve got the inside scoop on the shows you can’t miss. Host... more

05 Aug 2024 · 28 minutes
Healing After Violence, Child Care is Expensive, and a Mixed Bag of Bird News

The City Cast team is here to round up the news of the week. Bianca Martin, Hayley Sperling, and Ava Wojnowski... more

02 Aug 2024 · 28 minutes
What To Expect from the 4th Annual Strip Mall Carnival

Have you ever eaten four burgers in three minutes? What about lifted more than 600 pounds? Madison personal trainer Mike... more

01 Aug 2024 · 29 minutes
Your Guide To August in Madison

If you’re new around here, welcome! We’ve put together a starter pack for you, with episodes and articles to welcome... more

31 Jul 2024 · 28 minutes
The Capitol’s Newest Statue is a Historic First

In the wake of George Floyd’s murder in 2020, protestors in Madison gathered day after day at the Wisconsin State... more

30 Jul 2024 · 16 minutes
Your Primary Ballot Explained

Believe it or not, the Aug. 13 primary election is right around the corner. We’ve already covered the ins and... more

29 Jul 2024 · 30 minutes
Flooding, the End of Essen Haus, and Taco Fest Investigations

The City Cast team is here to round up the news of the week. Newsletter editor Ava Wojnowski recaps recent... more

26 Jul 2024 · 31 minutes
Where Are Madison’s Best Patios?

Who doesn’t love a little outside time? Ideally, paired with a beverage and good friends. Cap Times photographer Ruthie Hauge... more

25 Jul 2024 · 26 minutes
Building Inclusivity in Madison's Trades Scene

With decades of experience under her belt, there’s no question that Sylvie Rosenthal is a master of her craft. But... more

24 Jul 2024 · 26 minutes
How To Spend a Day in Madison For Free

The City Cast Madison crew is back with another edition of Must See Madison, and this time, we’re ballin’ on... more

23 Jul 2024 · 28 minutes
Everything You Need To Vote in the Fall Primary

Election season is officially upon us! First up is the fall partisan primary on Aug. 13. To get the details... more

22 Jul 2024 · 22 minutes
RNC Dispatch, City Budget Qs, and RIP Sparky

All eyes have been fixed on Milwaukee this week as the Republican National Convention has taken over Wisconsin’s biggest city.... more

19 Jul 2024 · 33 minutes
Meet Willy Street's New Weird Vegan Wonderland

When thinking about Madison’s food scene, the first items that come to mind usually involve a whole lot of meat... more

18 Jul 2024 · 26 minutes
Meet Madison’s DIY Music Maven

Kiki Schueler has been hosting intimate concerts in the basement of her far east side home since 2005. This week,... more

17 Jul 2024 · 21 minutes
Must See Madison: Your Guide to the New Greenbush

Once called "Madison's Ellis Island," the Greenbush neighborhood used to be home to large populations of Italian, Jewish, and Black... more

16 Jul 2024 · 27 minutes
Want To See Police Body Camera Footage? You’ll Have to Pay.

For the first time in state history, Wisconsin has enacted a law that allows law enforcement agencies to charge public... more

15 Jul 2024 · 25 minutes
Legal Battles, Disability Awareness, and What to Do This Weekend

The City Cast Madison team is here to round up the news of the week. Bianca Martin, Hayley Sperling, and Ava... more

12 Jul 2024 · 27 minutes
Building Community at Luna’s Groceries

Luna’s Groceries first opened on the southwest side of Madison in 2019. It quickly became a local staple with its... more

11 Jul 2024 · 19 minutes
Mercury Stardust will Mend Your Home and Your Heart

As a professional home maintenance technician with more than a decade of experience, Mercury Stardust can fix just about anything.... more

10 Jul 2024 · 30 minutes
Must See Madison: Fried Pickles & Fake Adam Sandler

City Cast Madison’s new producer and new Madison resident Phil Surkis has been out on the town taking in your... more

09 Jul 2024 · 27 minutes
Is Madison a Walking, Biking, or Driving City?

Madison is consistently ranked as one of the nation’s top cities for bicyclists and pedestrians. In fact, Madison was recently... more

08 Jul 2024 · 26 minutes
Why Madison Has the Best Flag

Madison can often be found at the top of many “best of” lists, but did you know our city has... more

05 Jul 2024 · 19 minutes
Here's What the Entire Country Is Talking About

City Cast CEO David Plotz sits down with hosts from all 13 City Cast daily local podcast hubs to talk... more

03 Jul 2024 · 50 minutes
Must See Madison: Feeling All of the Feels at Tenney Park

Tenney Park, Olbrich Gardens, and food carts — oh my! The City Cast Madison team is back with another installment... more

02 Jul 2024 · 30 minutes
Where Are Madison's Best Summer Spots for Kids?

School’s out, summer is in session, and if you have a kiddo, you might be wondering what to do. Host... more

01 Jul 2024 · 24 minutes
Struggling Food Pantries, MMSD Referendums, and a Leaked Supreme Court Abortion Case

The City Cast Madison team is here to round up the news of the week, and what a week it’s... more

28 Jun 2024 · 28 minutes
Your Insider Guide to July in Madison

If you’re new around here, welcome! We’ve put together a starter pack for you, with episodes and articles to welcome... more

27 Jun 2024 · 25 minutes
Is Madison Still a Climate Haven?

Wild weather and extreme heat have been affecting us all here at City Cast Madison, so we wanted to learn... more

26 Jun 2024 · 26 minutes
The Condiment Stand Honor System

We’ve been asking you, our listeners, as well as the readers of Madison Minutes to suggest your favorite, most iconic... more

25 Jun 2024 · 24 minutes
Play the Fanfare! It’s Concerts on the Square!

Summertime in Madison is always such a treat, so City Cast Madison wants to maximize our time outdoors by enjoying... more

24 Jun 2024 · 27 minutes
Celebrating Juneteenth, Affordable Housing Developments, and Non-Melting Ice Cream

The City Cast Madison team is here to round up the news of the week. Host Bianca Martin and producer Phil... more

21 Jun 2024 · 23 minutes
How to Make the Perfect Picnic in Madison

It’s summertime, and the livin’ is easy. Especially while reclining on a blanket, enjoying a meal in one of Madison’s... more

20 Jun 2024 · 23 minutes
Must See Madison: Kettle Corn, Sandhill Cranes, and a Reuben

One of the things that makes Madison such a special city is the pride that people show when talking about... more

18 Jun 2024 · 24 minutes
Center For Black Excellence Will Break Ground on Juneteenth

This Juneteenth marks the much-anticipated groundbreaking of The Center for Black Excellence and Culture on their new 37,000-square-foot, three story... more

17 Jun 2024 · 28 minutes
A Spate of Shootings, Tops Marks for Pedestrian Safety, & New Historical Markers

The City Cast team is here to round up the news of the week. Host Bianca Martin and producer Phil... more

14 Jun 2024 · 24 minutes
Why One of Madison’s Most Iconic Eats is Leaving the Square

After almost 3 decades at the Dane County Farmers Market, Chris & Lori’s Bakehouse is celebrating its last year on... more

13 Jun 2024 · 26 minutes
Inside Madison’s BMX Field of Dreams

Madisonian’s love to bike. We even have a whole week dedicated to it! So when a Madison Minutes reader introduced... more

12 Jun 2024 · 19 minutes
Must See Madison: Mickey’s vs. Mickies, Fish Boil, and Getting Yelled at on Arboretum Drive

Madison, like all of us, contains multitudes, so getting to know it is a huge task. Luckily, producer and city... more

11 Jun 2024 · 29 minutes
Dirt Camp is Wisconsin’s Prettiest Music Festival

This weekend, some of Wisconsin’s best musicians are playing one of our most beautiful venues in the second annual Dirt... more

10 Jun 2024 · 24 minutes
Wisconsin Charges Trump Allies, Pricier Parking, & School Drama

The City Cast Madison team is here to round up the news of the week. Podcast host Bianca Martin and... more

07 Jun 2024 · 26 minutes
Defining the Flavors of Madison

There’s a cookbook out that showcases the ingredients and flavors of Madison. And we’re gonna stop ya right there, it... more

06 Jun 2024 · 22 minutes
Meet Atwood’s New “Unplugged” Space for Music Geeks

Madison is getting a new music venue, but unlike other spaces in the city — the priority isn’t the audience... more

05 Jun 2024 · 23 minutes
A Newcomer's Guide to Madison’s Must Sees

Do you have a special place where you like to take out-of-towners? How do you show them how utterly cool,... more

04 Jun 2024 · 29 minutes
Get into Gear! It's Madison Bike Week

Madison is consistently ranked as one of the nation’s best cities for biking, and this week we’re celebrating our cycling community.... more

03 Jun 2024 · 24 minutes
The Ultimate Guide to June in Madison

If you’re new around here, welcome! We’ve put together a starter pack for you, with episodes and articles to welcome... more

31 May 2024 · 25 minutes
Madison’s Best Summer Food Fests: Bust Out the Elastic Jorts

We’ve entered summer food festival season! From brats to strawberries to gluten-free fare — we’ve got it all. Host Bianca... more

30 May 2024 · 23 minutes
Your City Budget Questions Answered

Understanding Madison’s city budget can feel like a real head scratcher. How can the city have a surplus this year,... more

29 May 2024 · 24 minutes
Is Madison Missing the Mark With Clean Indoor Air?

Though the Biden Administration ended the COVID-19 public health emergency declaration last May, many Madisonians still don’t feel safe at... more

28 May 2024 · 21 minutes
Storm Aftermath, the Future of State Street, & a New Train

The City Cast Madison team is here to round up the news of the week.  Bianca Martin and Hayley Sperling... more

24 May 2024 · 24 minutes
Your Guide to Foraging Plants in Madison

Spring in Madison is a great time to find delicious food right in your backyard. And foraging for delectable local morsels... more

23 May 2024 · 23 minutes
Raising Taxes or Cutting Services: Madison’s Budget Dilemma

2025 might be a rough year for Madison. The city says it is facing a projected $27 million budget shortfall... more

22 May 2024 · 26 minutes
Birding Tips For Spring Migration with the Wisco Birder

We’re in the peak period for spring bird migration. And Madison is a prime spot to experience the majesty of... more

21 May 2024 · 27 minutes
How a Community Heals after a School Shooting

Just over two weeks ago, Mt. Horeb experienced an unsettling tragedy. On May 1, an eighth grader with a pellet... more

20 May 2024 · 28 minutes
Ballot Box Ban Challenge, Wildfire Smoke, and PFAS Clean Up

The City Cast team is here to round up the news of the week. Bianca Martin and Hayley Sperling recap the... more

17 May 2024 · 26 minutes
An Insider's Guide to the Syttende Mai Festival

It’s officially festival season in Madison! But, out of all the festivals happening this year, only one will transport you... more

16 May 2024 · 19 minutes
Unrolling Wisconsin's Legal Weed Scene

Illinois, Michigan, and recently Minnesota have all legalized recreational cannabis. Efforts to do so in Wisconsin have gone nowhere in... more

15 May 2024 · 19 minutes
Bipartisan Solutions to Wisconsin’s Abortion Debate

Abortion has proven to be a leading issue in the 2024 elections. It’s easy to find people fiercely debating the... more

14 May 2024 · 27 minutes
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Bipartisan Solutions to Wisconsin’s Abortion Debate
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Abortion has proven to be a leading issue in the 2024 elections. It’s easy to find people fiercely debating the need for... more