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City Cast Salt Lake has produced 1,215 episodes. 558 of those episodes have been sponsored by 129 companies. We last recorded an episode on Oct 9, 2026.
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Death Penalty Moratorium? 1-Star Fall Foliage Reviews, Cheap Ski Program.
Oct 9, 2026Local prisoner advocates are calling for a moratorium on the death penalty after a botched execution in Tennessee and a man was released from Utah's own death row. Host Ali Vallarta, executive producer Emily Means, and City Cast Salt Lake Cassie Bingham discuss what it would take for lawmakers to take capital punishment off the books. Plus, on a much lighter note, we play a fall game and share picks for your weekend. Resources and references: After botched execution, inmate advocate...
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7 More Banned Books, New Bagel Shops, Cozy Places To Read
Oct 8, 2026It’s Banned Books Week, and Utah just added seven more novels to its growing list. Host Ali Vallarta and City Cast Salt Lake contributor Molly Miloscia ask Bookish co-founder Amanda Warren what’s behind the outrage and whether reading is becoming performative. Plus, is Salt Lake behind on the bagel food trend? Resources and references: Utah just banned 7 new books — at once — from all public schools in the state. Here’s what the novels are about. [Salt Lake Tribune] What’s Good Sex...
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Salt Lake’s Haunted History, No More Westside Pool, Apps for Local Problems
Oct 7, 2026Do you know Salt Lake’s haunted history? Host Ali Vallarta, City Cast Salt Lake contributor Andy Larsen, and local folklore enthusiast Kyle Treasure dive into our city’s scariest stories. Plus, Glendale Regional Park’s pool gets canned, and in our members-only segment: We dream up apps for solving our niche Salt Lake problems. Resources and references: Salt Lake City’s mayor promised a new west-side pool. Then the city pulled it from the plans. [Salt Lake Tribune] Become a member of...
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What's on Your Ballot, LDS Gambling Warning, Utah Sports Are Good Now?
Oct 6, 2026Ballots are about to hit Utah mailboxes, but which races and issues should Salt Lakers be watching? Executive producer Emily Means and audience development manager Angie Treasure break down the congressional and county council races, a $128 million parks bond, and constitutional amendments. Plus, KSL Sports radio host Ben Anderson joins to talk about whether the Utah Jazz and Mammoth can actually win this season, and local shoutouts. Resources and references: Utah’s big sports season...
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SLC’s Viral Scammer, Data Center on Public Lands, Cheap Lunch Recs
Oct 5, 2026Salt Lake City has an alleged scammer on the loose. Executive producer Emily Means talks with City Cast Salt Lake contributors Chandler Rosenberg and Cassie Bingham about why this story has the internet in a chokehold. Plus, a nuclear-powered data center on public lands and cheap lunch deals. Resources and references: People speak out on encounters with viral “SLC Scammer Guy” [ABC 4] A startup wants to build a massive nuclear-powered data center on public land in Utah [NPR] ...
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‘Your City Could Be Better’: This Basketball Court Is Saving Residents From Floods — Presented By City Cast Salt Lake
Oct 4, 2026When Salt Lake City looks for inspiration for the future, does it look to the Netherlands? That’s what designers and officials in New York City did in order to integrate flood mitigation into public housing. Inspired by places like Rotterdam, the New York City Housing Authority (NYCHA) collaborated with other groups to give Queens a state-of-the-art, climate-resilient amenity — in this case, a basketball court. David talks with Katy Burgio from NYCHA and Runit Chhaya of Grain Collective, one...
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SLC Halloween Costumes, Rowland Hall’s Future, $3.33 Beers
Oct 2, 2026Need a Halloween costume? Executive producer Emily Means, Keep It Local newsletter editor Shelby Hintze, and City Cast Salt Lake contributor Molly Miloscia have some very Utah ideas. Plus, what will become of the old Rowland Hall campus on 9th and 9th, and picks of the week. Resources and references: Utah’s oldest school is selling its 9th & 9th campus. Will the historic building remain? [Salt Lake Tribune] Spooky season starts at these local shops [Keep It Local] Become a member of...
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Trevor Lee Resigns in Disgrace, Cybercab Sightings, Romanticizing Downtown SLC
Oct 1, 2026The state lawmaker everyone loves to hate has resigned after he was charged with fraud. Executive producer Emily Means talks with City Cast Salt Lake contributors Cassie Bingham and Andy Larsen about GOP Rep. Trevor Lee’s greatest hits. Plus, cybercabs have landed in Utah, and in our members-only segment: Do Salt Lakers underestimate our downtown? Resources and references: State Representative Trevor Lee resigns from office after being charged with multiple felonies [ABC4] Before Rep....
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Your Guide to October 2026 in Salt Lake
Sep 30, 2026Hello, scary season! October is here, and we’ve planned your month accordingly. Executive producer Emily Means, producer Ivana Martinez, and City Cast Salt Lake contributor Scott Wessman bring you a guide to make the most of it, from diving into a corn pit to shopping Salt Lake’s freakiest decor. Plus, don’t miss our episode explaining why Utah goes so hard for Halloween. For even more tips on how to make the most of October in Salt Lake, check out our daily newsletter. City Cast Salt Lake...
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A Battle for Alpine Loop, Delta Center Revamp, New Avalanche Pup
Sep 29, 2026Who wins in the battle for the Alpine Loop, cyclists or cars? Executive producer Emily Means, audience development manager Angie Treasure, and City Cast Salt Lake contributor Jack Stauss talk about the fight over who gets the road and gatekeeping leaf peeping spots. Plus, the Delta Center got a makeover, and local shoutouts. Resources and references: Road Respect is a Two Way Street [Utah Department of Public Safety] Ryan Smith says SEG will ‘be aggressive’ in pursuing MLB expansion...
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