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Join Host Bree Davies and the City Cast Denver crew every weekday morning as we celebrate, explore, and challenge an ever-changing Denver. It’s the daily news podcast for all Denverites — whether you’ve been here for six months or six generations. We’ll break down the news you need (and want) to know with journalists and culture makers; activists and artists; neighbors and ne’er-do-wells — and John Elway, if he ever returns our calls. Named Westword's Best Podcast of 2021, 2023
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- 4 days ago43 min
Your Guide to All 8 Colorado Congressional Races (Part 1)
What role will Colorado play if the anticipated “blue wave” overtakes this election? It depends on which congressional district you’re looking at. Democratic strategist and host of the Get More Smarter podcast Ian Silverii and Republican strategist Kelly Maher join host Bree Davies this week to dig into the big congressional races happening across Colorado. From the Gabe Evans vs. Manny Rutinel showdown happening in the relatively new CD8 to questions surrounding Rep. Lauren Boebert’s ability to hang on to her CD4 seat in what used to be a guaranteed red district, the trio discuss what early turnout numbers are showing, where all those unaffiliated voters’ votes are going, and what’s still to be determined by Election Day. P.S. This conversation was a hefty one, so we’re splitting it into two. Tune in tomorrow for the second half of our conversation with Kelly and Ian! For even more news from around the city, subscribe to our morning newsletter at denver.citycast.fm. Follow us on Instagram: @citycastdenver Chat with other listeners on Reddit: r/CityCastDenver Support City Cast Denver by becoming a member! What do you think? Text or leave us a voicemail with your name and neighborhood, and you might hear it on the show: 720-500-5418 Learn more about the sponsors of this October 28 episode: Xcel Energy City & County of Denver Technology Services Denver Art Museum Arvada Center New Era Colorado Looking to advertise on City Cast Denver? Check out our options for podcast and newsletter ads at citycast.fm/advertise
- 5 days ago32 min
BRT Coming Soon to Federal Boulevard, Small Businesses and Amendment 87, and Tina Peters Free and on TV
After years of construction, the new bus rapid transit lane is finally open on one stretch of East Colfax, creating dedicated space for the bus and less room for cars. Federal Boulevard is the next BRT project on the table, and it just received $50 million of the estimated $300 million it will need for build out. Westword editor emeritus Patty Calhoun joins host Bree Davies to discuss what this massive infrastructure project means for businesses along the corridor. Plus, they correct and clarify a few points from our episode breaking down the statewide ballot measures last week and discuss Tina Peters’ appearance on 60 Minutes. Patty mentioned Westword’s reporting on traveling the new version of Colfax via BRT. Bree talked about Tommy’s Thai’s new service fee model, and mentioned CPR’s coverage of the Amendment 87 lawsuit at the state supreme court and Colorado Newsline’s reporting on the Denver district court’s dismissal of the case. Patty mentioned a forum she is moderating on the future Colorado Boulevard BRT project, happening November 12! For even more news from around the city, subscribe to our morning newsletter at denver.citycast.fm. Follow us on Instagram: @citycastdenver Chat with other listeners on Reddit: r/CityCastDenver Support City Cast Denver by becoming a member! What do you think? Text or leave us a voicemail with your name and neighborhood, and you might hear it on the show: 720-500-5418 Learn more about the sponsors of this October 27 episode: Xcel Energy City & County of Denver Technology Services Denver Art Museum Arvada Center New Era Colorado Looking to advertise on City Cast Denver? Check out our options for podcast and newsletter ads at citycast.fm/advertise
- 6 days ago24 min
Is Amendment 82 Coming for Your Gas Stove? Plus, the Biggest Halloween Fan We Know
Should your right to use natural gas — and for Xcel Energy to sell it — be put into the state’s constitution? Amendment 82 is asking voters just that. But the implications of this Advance Colorado-backed measure are unclear, and intriguingly the local oil and gas industry isn’t even coming out in support of the measure. Denver Post environmental reporter Noelle Phillips joins host Bree Davies to explain how this amendment could impact Colorado’s clean energy goals and what it could mean for you and your gas stove. Plus, Noelle talks about her Halloween decor involving skeletons playing corn hole! Be sure to check out more of our ongoing coverage of the 2026 election, including Advance Colorado’s influence on the ballot, all the tax-related ballot issues, and a breakdown of citywide measures and statewide measures. For even more news from around the city, subscribe to our morning newsletter at denver.citycast.fm. Follow us on Instagram: @citycastdenver Chat with other listeners on Reddit: r/CityCastDenver Support City Cast Denver by becoming a member! What do you think? Text or leave us a voicemail with your name and neighborhood, and you might hear it on the show: 720-500-5418 Learn more about the sponsors of this episode: Xcel Energy Denver Health Chalat Hatten and Banker City & County of Denver Technology Services Looking to advertise on City Cast Denver? Check out our options for podcast and newsletter ads at citycast.fm/advertise
- 1 weeks ago23 min
‘Your City Could Be Better’: Is Chicago More Prepared for Climate Change Than Every Other City? — Presented By City Cast Denver
How prepared is Denver to deal with the effects of climate change? In a recent report, Chicago was ranked as the most climate resilient city in the world — the only U.S. city to make it into the top 10. What’s Chicago doing right? City Cast Chicago host Jacoby Cochran is joining David this week to talk about how the city is adapting to face climate risks, its work in renewable energy, and other projects in the works. Mentioned on the show: New York Times article about climate resilience: https://www.nytimes.com/2026/09/03/realestate/is-your-city-prepared-for-climate-disaster.html AlphaGeo's report: https://alphageo.ai/how-climate-resilient-are-the-worlds-largest-cities/ City Cast Chicago's episode about their climate resilience ranking: https://chicago.citycast.fm/podcasts/loop-restaurants-resurging-chicagos-climate-resilience-and-meet-us-at-lit-fest Previous episode about Jacoby visiting all of Chicago's libraries: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ytx9DWibpQc 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.
- 1 weeks ago34 min
Your Guide to Denver Ballot Measures! Plus, Rats at the Movies and Blucifer's Second Rodeo
Is your ballot still sitting on the kitchen table, staring at you? Fear not! We’re here to help. Today, Denver Post city government reporter Elliott Wenzler joins host Bree Davies to hash out the local ballot issues Mile High City residents will be voting on – from the proposed foie gras ban to how City Council handles our yearly budget. As we do every Friday, Elliott and Bree also share their wins and fails of the week. Plus, if you’re a City Cast Denver Neighbor you get a sweet, sweet bonus segment just for members where we discuss how Bow Mar’s threats to gate the town off are now a reality and why the even New York Times decided to cover the story! Bree shouted out Axios and Denverite’s excellent ongoing coverage of the election and our recent episodes on statewide ballot measures and tax-related measures. She also talked about Blucifer Fest’s 2027 return and Anschutz-owned businesses sending employees voter guides from an Anschutz-owned newspaper’s editorial board. Elliott discussed the rodent problems at a local movie theater and the great local food options at Ball Arena. For even more news from around the city, subscribe to our morning newsletter at denver.citycast.fm. Follow us on Instagram: @citycastdenver Chat with other listeners on Reddit: r/CityCastDenver Support City Cast Denver by becoming a member! What do you think? Text or leave us a voicemail with your name and neighborhood, and you might hear it on the show: 720-500-5418 Learn more about the sponsors of this October 23 episode: Xcel Energy Denver Health Chalat Hatten and Banker City & County of Denver Technology Services Looking to advertise on City Cast Denver? Check out our options for podcast and newsletter ads at citycast.fm/advertise
- 1 weeks ago50 min
Your Guide to Colorado’s 2026 Statewide Ballot Issues
This year the state printed its largest ballot information guide ever! That means voters are weighing in on a lot of issues – everything from dueling tax measures to transgender kids playing sports. We’re tackling as much of this monster ballot as we can, and today Westword editor emeritus Patty Calhoun and politics correspondent Adrian Felix join host Bree Davies to dig into the statewide measures specifically. We talk about what these ballot issues aim to do, who is supporting and opposing them, and what these decisions mean for the future. Bree mentioned our episode with Dr. Paul Teske on the tax and TABOR-related measures, her conversation with reporter Logan Davis about the many conservative-backed ballot issues and the group behind them, and her chat with David Sirota on redistricting. She also talked about Colorado Public Radio’s series “Ghost Train”. Adrian mentioned the governor’s comments on Amendment 87. Stay tuned for even more coverage of the rest of the ballot! For even more news from around the city, subscribe to our morning newsletter at denver.citycast.fm. Follow us on Instagram: @citycastdenver Chat with other listeners on Reddit: r/CityCastDenver Support City Cast Denver by becoming a member! What do you think? Text or leave us a voicemail with your name and neighborhood, and you might hear it on the show: 720-500-5418 Learn more about the sponsors of this October 22 episode: Xcel Energy Denver Health Chalat Hatten and Banker City & County of Denver Technology Services Looking to advertise on City Cast Denver? Check out our options for podcast and newsletter ads at citycast.fm/advertise
- 1 weeks ago35 min
Republicans for Weiser, Colorado and the Blue Wave, and the Evans-Rutinel Showdown
President Donald Trump’s approval rating is at record low, and there are close elections happening across the country this November – could there be a blue wave on the horizon? Founder and editor-in-chief of The Lever David Sirota joins host Bree Davies to discuss how the fight over Colorado’s Congressional District 8 fits into the national narrative, how theGOP is heavily leaning on redistricting efforts, and what a staunch Republican endorsing Phil Weiser for governor says about the Democratic Party. Bree mentioned our episode with Dr. Paul Teske on the tax-related ballot issues Amendment 87, Proposition 136, and Proposition NN For even more news from around the city, subscribe to our morning newsletter at denver.citycast.fm. Follow us on Instagram: @citycastdenver Chat with other listeners on Reddit: r/CityCastDenver Support City Cast Denver by becoming a member! What do you think? Text or leave us a voicemail with your name and neighborhood, and you might hear it on the show: 720-500-5418 Learn more about the sponsors of this October 21 episode: Xcel Energy Denver Health Chalat Hatten and Banker City & County of Denver Technology Services Looking to advertise on City Cast Denver? Check out our options for podcast and newsletter ads at citycast.fm/advertise
- 1 weeks ago21 min
Denver Film Festival Isn’t Just for “Film People” {Sponsored}
The 49th Denver Film Festival brings 129 films to screens across the city, but this one goes beyond the red carpet. In this sponsored bonus episode, Denver Film Festival Artistic Director Matthew Campbell joins host Bree Davies to talk about what DFF49 is really about: a labor-of-love curation process to pick a great mix from 2,000-plus submissions, a pay-what-you-can ticketing program that keeps the festival open to everyone, and a Colorado Spotlight line-up built to put homegrown filmmakers front and center. Matthew also hands out a few can’t-miss picks for date night, family outings, and solo cinephiles, and reflects on what it means to be closing in on the festival’s 50th year as a fixture in Denver. Brought to you by Denver Film Festival. DFF49 runs October 22 through November 1 at venues across Denver — head to denverfilm.org for the full lineup and tickets.
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Join Host Bree Davies and the City Cast Denver crew every weekday morning as we celebrate, explore, and challenge an ever-changing Denver. It’s the daily news podcast for all Denverites — whether you’ve been here for six months or six generations. We’ll break down the news you need (and want) to know with journalists and culture makers; activists and artists; neighbors and ne’er-do-wells — and John Elway, if he ever returns our calls. Named Westword's Best Podcast of 2021, 2023
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