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City Cast Salt Lake

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City Cast Salt Lake is SLC’s daily news podcast. Join host Ali Vallarta and a bevy of smart and entertaining locals for conversations about the issues that matter most. City Cast Salt Lake will celebrate the city’s triumphs, explore its history, (try to) solve its mysteries, and it’ll help you feel more connected to the Wasatch Front – whether you’ve lived here for six months or six generations. Learn more and subscribe to our daily newsletter at saltlake.citycast.fm. Politics & Government Social Sciences
Episodes
  • Anxious About Aging? Retire on a College Campus.

    Anxious About Aging? Retire on a College Campus.
    Apr 13 2026
    Utah's population is getting older, but there aren't many options for aging in place. Maybe going back to school could be an option! Host Ali Vallarta talks to Salt Laker Joanne Slotnik about her pitch to University of Utah President Taylor Randall for building a retirement community on campus. Get more from City Cast Salt Lake when you become a City Cast Salt Lake Neighbor. You’ll enjoy perks like ad-free listening, invitations to members only events and more. Join now at membership.citycast.fm. Subscribe to our daily morning newsletter. You can also find us on Instagram @CityCastSLC. Text or leave us a voicemail with your name and neighborhood, and you might hear it on the show: (801) 203-0137 Looking to advertise on City Cast Salt Lake? Check out our options for podcast and newsletter ads. Learn more about the sponsors of this episode: Red Butte Garden
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    23 mins
  • 'Your City Could Be Better': Why Portland’s Considering Hiring a Night Mayor — Presented By City Cast Salt Lake

    'Your City Could Be Better': Why Portland’s Considering Hiring a Night Mayor — Presented By City Cast Salt Lake
    Apr 12 2026
    Salt Lakers, what do you do when your night life starts to dwindle? Nightlife is a huge economic driver for cities, but city offices are often closed when those businesses need help. That’s why Portland is considering hiring a Night Mayor. City Cast CEO David Plotz talks with City Cast Portland podcast host Claudia Meza about what this new position would do, and if it is the answer to the pandemic’s enduring negative impact on walkability, small businesses, and nightlife in cities everywhere. Plus, should your city be weirder? Mentioned on the show: "Can a Night Mayor Revive Downtown Portland?" (City Cast Portland) 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.
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    26 mins
  • Sugar House Hotel Blocked, Forest Service Endgame, Big Snake Rescue

    Sugar House Hotel Blocked, Forest Service Endgame, Big Snake Rescue
    Apr 10 2026
    The Salt Lake City Council has officially rejected the Sugar House Park hotel proposal. Host Ali Vallarta, executive producer Emily Means, and City Cast Salt Lake contributor Kate Groetzinger discuss what happens next. Plus, the Forest Service is moving to Utah, joyful picks of the week, and a new members-only segment. Resources and references: SLC Council seals fate of hotel plans at Sugar House Park [Salt Lake Tribune] The Uproar Over the Sugar House Park Hotel [City Cast Salt Lake] Trump plans to move Forest Service headquarters to Utah and shutter research sites [AP] Become a member of City Cast Salt Lake today! It’s the best way to support our work and help make sure we are around for years to come. Get all the details and sign up at membership.citycast.fm. Subscribe to our daily morning newsletter. You can also find us on Instagram @CityCastSLC. Text or leave us a voicemail with your name and neighborhood, and you might hear it on the show: (801) 203-0137 Looking to advertise on City Cast Salt Lake? Check out our options for podcast and newsletter ads. Learn more about the sponsors of this episode: Utah Museum of Fine Arts Salt Lake City Arts Council
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    39 mins
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