Episodes

  • Is Our Abortion Ban the Most Restrictive in the U.S.?

    Is Our Abortion Ban the Most Restrictive in the U.S.?
    Jul 17 2024
    With the Supreme Court’s dismissal of the Idaho abortion ban case, folks have been left wondering what reproductive care they can expect if they have an emergency. States Newsroom reporter Kelcie Moseley-Morris is with host Lindsay Van Allen to break down what you need to know about the ruling and what healthcare is available now. Plus, do we still have one of the most restrictive bans in the country? Want some more Boise news? Head over to our Hey Boise newsletter where you’ll get a cheatsheet to the city every weekday morning. Learn more about the sponsor of this July 17th episode: Incogni - Use code CityCast for 55% off the annual plan. Interested in advertising with City Cast Boise? Find more info HERE. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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    24 mins
  • Food Festivals You Don’t Want To Miss This Summer

    Food Festivals You Don’t Want To Miss This Summer
    Jul 16 2024
    Mark your calendars: it’s food festival season. From Basque croquetas, to small town huckleberry milkshakes, to southern comfort dishes — our Hey Boise newsletter editor Blake Hunter breaks down where you can try some of the most delicious food in our region. Plus, they’ve got your insider tips and can’t miss activities for each summer festival. For more on the history of the Boise Soul Food Festival, listen to our conversation from 2022 when the event returned after several years off. Want some more Boise news? Head over to our Hey Boise newsletter where you’ll get a cheatsheet to the city every weekday morning. Learn more about the sponsor of this July 16th episode: Incogni - Use code CityCast for 55% off the annual plan. Interested in advertising with City Cast Boise? Find more info HERE. Reach us at boise@citycast.fm. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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    19 mins
  • Why This Idaho Republican Calls His Party ‘Dangerous’

    Why This Idaho Republican Calls His Party ‘Dangerous’
    Jul 15 2024
    This week, 32 Idaho delegates are attending the Republican National Convention in Milwaukee. Many of them are supporters of the far-right leadership in the state GOP party. So host Lindsay Van Allen is checking-in with longtime Republican leader Tom Luna about the deep rifts in the local party — which were clearly visible at their convention earlier this summer. Want some more Boise news? Head over to our Hey Boise newsletter where you’ll get a cheatsheet to the city every weekday morning. Learn more about the sponsor of this July 15th episode: Incogni - Use code CityCast for 55% off the annual plan. Interested in advertising with City Cast Boise? Find more info HERE. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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    24 mins
  • Out-of-State Abortions, BPD Chief Finalists, and Eat This to Stay Cool!

    Out-of-State Abortions, BPD Chief Finalists, and Eat This to Stay Cool!
    Jul 12 2024
    The news this week is almost as hot as the weather, so Boise State Public Radio’s George Prentice is here to break down the stories you need to know. We’re talking about the three finalists for Boise Police Chief, a sharp increase in Idahoans traveling to Montana for abortions, plus host Lindsay Van Allen shares her delicious tip to stay cool through this brutal heatwave. Want some more Boise news? Head over to our Hey Boise newsletter where you’ll get a cheatsheet to the city every weekday morning. Learn more about the sponsor of this July 12th episode: Babbel Interested in advertising with City Cast Boise? Find more info HERE. Reach us at boise@citycast.fm. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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    27 mins
  • ‘Dirty Sodas’ Are Boise’s Fizzy New Trend

    ‘Dirty Sodas’ Are Boise’s Fizzy New Trend
    Jul 11 2024
    It’s a scorching hot thirsty Thursday, so what better way to beat the heat than with some ice cold ‘dirty sodas’? Salt Lake City-based Deseret News features writer Meg Walter joins us to break down the history and culture of this sugary Utah phenomena, which has taken hold in the Treasure Valley. From the best syrup combos to cream and even candy, host Lindsay Van Allen is exploring this growing Boise trend imported from our neighbor state. Want some more Boise food and drink news? Head over to our Hey Boise newsletter where you’ll get a guide to the city every weekday morning. Learn more about the sponsor of this July 11th episode: Babbel Interested in advertising with City Cast Boise? Find more info HERE. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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    19 mins
  • Why This Heat Wave Is Different

    Why This Heat Wave Is Different
    Jul 10 2024
    It’s likely going to be another record-breaking day as the heat wave that’s gripped the West continues it’s hold on the Treasure Valley. We could see temperatures as high as 111 degrees — which puts us in league with Phoenix. National Weather Service meteorologist Jay Breidenbach is here to tell us when the excessive heat warning will end and how you can keep cool and safe while it’s here. Here’s info on free cooling centers around the Treasure Valley. Want some more local news? Head over to our Hey Boise newsletter where you’ll get a cheatsheet to what the city’s talking about every weekday morning. Learn more about the sponsor of this July 10th episode: Babbel Interested in advertising with City Cast Boise? Find more info HERE. Reach us at boise@citycast.fm. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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    18 mins
  • The Secret to Surviving (and Thriving) in Boise

    The Secret to Surviving (and Thriving) in Boise
    Jul 9 2024
    What are the essential rules to surviving — and even thriving — in Boise? From fashion choices, to how to talk about politics, it can feel like there’s a secret recipe to success here. So we’re re-sharing the cheat code. Host Lindsay Van Allen builds your local survival guide with contributor Nick Quah and our own Hey Boise newsletter editor Blake Hunter. Want some more Boise insider tips? Head over to our Hey Boise newsletter where you’ll get a cheatsheet to the city every weekday morning. Learn more about the sponsor of this July 9th episode: Babbel Interested in advertising with City Cast Boise? Find more info HERE. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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    31 mins
  • More Million Dollar Homes Coming to Harris Ranch

    More Million Dollar Homes Coming to Harris Ranch
    Jul 8 2024
    The Harris Ranch development has been in progress for nearly two decades. Why does this area keep making the news? As Idaho Statesman reporter Nick Rosenberger explains to host Lindsay Van Allen, part of it has to do with a “let growth pay for growth” strategy that has some residents feeling over-taxed. Nick gets us up to speed on a lawsuit over those taxes. Plus, we chat about some high price tags on new homes there. Want some more Boise growth and housing stories? Head over to our Hey Boise newsletter where you’ll get a cheatsheet to the city every weekday morning. Learn more about the sponsor of this July 8th episode: Babbel Interested in advertising with City Cast Boise? Find more info HERE. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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    17 mins