Best Dc Statehood Podcasts (2025)

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Progressives Prep for Budget Battle, Streetcar Failure, and Restaurant Reality Checks 32:00

15h ago32:00

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DC officials are about to start hashing out the budget. Today, we’re wondering if progressives have the muscle to push back. Plus: The end of the H Street Streetcar, and the problem with Gordon Ramsay’s visit to DC. And in a member’s only fourth section, we’re looking at the downturn in spending on going out to eat, and whether it is yet another si…

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Your Guide to June 2025 in DC 33:36

1d ago33:36

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June in DC can be tricky, there’s a lot going on, and the FOMO is real. But don’t stress! City Cast’s Julia Karon and Ashe Durban are here with your guide to the best events, from films to parties, so you can make the most of the month. If you're new here, welcome! We’ve put together a starter pack for you, with episodes and articles to welcome you…

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DC's 2026 Budget Reflects DOGE's Impact 24:21

3d ago24:21

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With fewer job postings being listed and people eating at home more – DC is on edge money-wise! It’s had us all anxiously awaiting more information about DC’s 2026 budget. Now, Mayor Bowser has finally unveiled her proposal. WAMU’s Alex Koma is here to tell us what’s in it and what’s not. Want some more DC news? Then make sure to sign up for our mo…

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What Trump's Military Parade Will Cost DC 18:57

4d ago18:57

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There is a massive military parade planned for DC on June 14. Though the city is built for mass gatherings, this kind of military display is actually rare — and comes with a lot of challenges, like whether DC’s streets can handle the weight of modern tanks. Cuynet Dil from Axios has been covering it and he’s here to tell us what he knows. Want some…

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Shadow Politics, May 25, 2025 51:24

5d ago51:24

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Shadow Politics with Senator Michael D. Brown and Co-host Liberty Jones Guest, Patrick Mara - Former Chairman of the District of Columbia Republican Committee Host Senator Michael D. Brown and Co-host Liberty Jones interview Patrick Mara - Former Chairman of the District of Columbia Republican Committee on topics revolving around Republican support…

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Shooting Near Jewish Museum, Metro Tap to Ride, and DC's First Mahjong Parlor 33:59

8d ago33:59

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We’re talking about the shocking shooting of a pair of Israeli embassy employees and what it means for DC. We’re talking about more big changes coming to Metro. Plus, how DC ranks in the latest rating of park systems, Mahjongg in Chinatown, and — for members only! — some of our personal hot takes about DC. Want some more DC news? Then make sure to …

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Are Tenant Protections Making DC Rent Higher? 24:57

9d ago24:57

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For decades, DC’s laws have been built to give tenants some muscle against landlords who might try to sell their buildings. But now that’s changing — with proposals before the DC Council that would shrink TOPA, the Tenant Opportunity to Purchase Act. In the old days, the politics of this would have been pretty clear, but nowadays there’s a twist, s…

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The Best Local Wines to Beat the Tariffs 18:28

10d ago18:28

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It’s late spring, which means it’s the perfect time to get outdoors and head to a vineyard. But this year, there’s something else in the air: the threat of tariffs driving up the cost of imported wine. Dave McIntyre from the Washington Post is here to tell us which local wineries are worth the drive, and how to not break the bank. Want some more DC…

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Best DC Summer Trips for Under $150 30:31

11d ago30:31

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Memorial Day is right around the corner! If you’re watching your budget but still dreaming of that summer getaway, City Cast contributor Tim Ebner is here with the best summer trips you can take from D.C. for around $150. Want some more DC news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter Hey DC. You can also become a member, with ad-free …

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Dupont Circle’s Controversial New Public Plaza 17:52

12d ago17:52

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Construction is expected to begin this fall to “deck over” a busy section of Connecticut Avenue NW in Dupont Circle — transforming it into a vibrant new public plaza. But some residents and local businesses say they’re not getting enough information about how the project will affect them. NBC4 Transportation Reporter Adam Tuss breaks down what this…

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Shadow Politics, May 18, 2025 57:15

12d ago57:15

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Shadow Politics with Senator Michael D. Brown and Co-host Liberty Jones Guest, Dr Frances Rahaim, The Money Doctor - Current American economics and youth finances Host Senator Michael D. Brown and Co-host Liberty Jones interview fellow radio talk show host, Dr. Frances Rahaim, "The Money Doctor" host of "Financial Fitness," on all thing's finances.…

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Will Bowser Get a 4th Term? Plus, Stadium Updates, and RFK Jr’s Rock Creek Plunge 30:20

15d ago30:20

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We’re talking about the prospect of a fourth term for Muriel Bowser, a poll of where the public stands on the RFK Stadium site, and also some news about the other RFK — Junior, who took an odd dip in Rock Creek this week. And today our fourth topic is by our sponsor PaintCare, and if you’re looking to tackle your spring cleaning we’ve got you! Want…

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Why DC Keeps Flooding And How To Make It Stop 22:40

16d ago22:40

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Do you feel like you’re hearing a lot of reports about flooding in DC these days? You’re not alone. A lot of the city sits atop what used to be creeks and streams. Charlotte Taylor Fryar wrote a whole book about Washington and water. It’s called “Potomac Fever”. Charlotte is here to explain the water that sits beneath your sidewalk. Want some more …

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Everything to Know about WorldPride 2025 21:22

17d ago21:22

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WorldPride, the largest global LGBTQ+ celebration, is coming to DC. The festivities start this weekend, with the headline events from May 28 to June 8. The Washington Blade’s Joe Reberkenny is here with what you need to know from heightened travel concerns for trans visitors to increased security city-wide. Want some more DC news? Then make sure to…

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1 in 5 Residents Consider Leaving DC 31:21

18d ago31:21

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The Trump administration is already deeply impacting DC’s way of life. And now, a new Washington Post poll says a huge portion of the local population is considering leaving DC altogether as a result. The Post’s Olivia George is here to put voices behind the data. Want some more DC news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter Hey DC. …

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Why Trump Picked a Fox News Icon as DC's Top Prosecutor 27:05

19d ago27:05

27:05

At the end of last week, there was a big switcheroo in an office that’s really important to local DC: The US Attorney, which in our city also acts as the local prosecutor. Donald Trump abruptly pulled the nomination of Ed Martin, the January 6 firebrand who’d been the most controversial appointee in memory. But the replacement was also quite a shoc…

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ICE at DC Restaurants, Tourism Struggles, and Nats Park Taste Test 31:09

22d ago31:09

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We’re talking about ICE raids at restaurants, we’re talking about what plummeting international tourism means for DC, and we’ve got some results from City Cast’s highly unscientific Nats Park taste test. Plus, our members-only fourth topic: The strange story of the LGBT exhibit the Smithsonian just canceled. Want some more DC news? Then make sure t…

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Is Bowser's New Growth Plan Too Pro-Development? 25:24

23d ago25:24

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DC’s Mayor is slowly rolling out her budget — and it’s all about trying to brace the city for the unprecedented Trump-era challenges that are hitting Washington’s biggest employer, the government. For Muriel Bowser, the answer seems to be giving business a freer hand to do what it wants. Until recently, that would have been a nonstarter for the DC …

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Mayor Bowser Wants to Repeal DC’s Tipped Minimum Wage ... Again 33:34

24d ago33:34

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Mayor Bowser announced Monday that she wants to repeal initiative 82, the hugely popular DC plan to eliminate the tipped minimum wage. Three out of four voters were in favor in 2022, so how do people feel about the mayor potentially overriding them? Jessica Sidman from Washingtonian is here to explain why this is happening now and how all the stake…

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Best Free Things to Do in DC This Summer 30:18

25d ago30:18

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Let's face it - a lot of us in the DMV area are tightening our belts in preparation for an uncertain economic climate. BUT that doesn't mean you can't still have a good time, especially with the nice weather returning. Be sure to mark your calendars because we have your guide for fun FREE things to do in DC this summer. https://dc.citycast.fm/dc-li…

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The Conversation No One Wants to Have About Rep. Eleanor Holmes Norton 27:55

26d ago27:55

27:55

DC’s Congressional Representative Eleanor Holmes Norton has an impressive 35 year track record of being an accomplished fighter for DC. But at 87, she’s also the second oldest member of Congress. Washingtonian reporter Ike Allen spent time with Eleanor Holmes Norton while investigating a complicated question — does Eleanor Holmes Norton still have …

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Council vs RFK Stadium Deal, Ed Martin vs Weed, and an Exclusive MAGA Club 35:33

29d ago35:33

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We’re talking about the RFK deal, Ed Martin’s moves against a DC medical-marijuana dispensary, and an ultra-pricey new private club for Trump allies. Plus, our special members-only fourth topic: The investigation of the DCA crash. Want some more DC news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter Hey DC. You can also become a member, with…

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Your Guide to May 2025 in DC 28:50

30d ago28:50

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May is one of the BEST times in DC. We have that narrow window of perfect springtime weather. There’s a lot going on and people actually seem…excited to be out and about. To help you stave off FOMO, the City Cast DC gang has your guide to making the most of May in DC, including a Hong Kong-style night market, a flower festival, and camping recommen…

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How Trump’s First 100 Days Changed DC 34:21

1M ago34:21

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Donald Trump has been in office for 100 days. And with all the big changes his administration has brought to the DMV, it’s easy for the actual impact of it to get lost in the deluge of stories. The City Cast team is here to break down what the first 100 days of his administration has meant for DC. Get more from City Cast DC when you become a City C…

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The $3.7B Deal to Revive RFK Stadium 35:36

1M ago35:36

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The Washington Commanders announced plans to build a stadium on the RFK site, and a whole neighborhood around it. But there are still a few hurdles to jump before this stadium actually becomes a thing. Axios’ Cuneyt Dil was at the announcement, and he’s here to tell us if we should be excited or skeptical. Want some more DC news? Then make sure to …

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GW Ice Hockey president discusses the Washington Capitals' historic season 6:24

1M ago6:24

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On this episode of Getting to the Bottom of It, host Max Porter speaks with Kieran Laffey, the president of GW Ice Hockey, about Alex Ovechkin's record-breaking season and the Washington Capitals' Stanley Cup playoff hopes.By The GW Hatchet

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The Local LGBTQ Backlash with National Implications 24:59

1M ago24:59

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Last week, the Supreme Court heard arguments in a local case involving a group of conservative Montgomery County parents who want to be able to yank their kids out of classes where they talk about LGBTQ themes. It could set a precedent that frightens a lot of locals. Nicole Asbury, who’s been covering it for the Washington Post, is here to tell us …

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DC's Hated Top Prosecutor, Local War on Encampments, and Kristi Noem's Stolen Purse 36:58

1M ago36:58

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The Washington Post’s Marc Fisher joins our roundup to talk about the controversies around DC’s US Attorney nominee, the city’s efforts to dismantle homeless encampments, and the very weird theft of Kristi Noem’s purse. Plus, a members-only fourth section about the surprising local history of Toys R Us, soon to be a major motion picture. Get more f…

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Your Guide to Porchfest in DC 21:20

1M ago21:20

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It’s almost one of the most fun times of the year — porchfest season! Petworth’s is this Saturday, Adams Morgan’s is next week. City Cast’s own Mark Kulkosky and Priyanka Tilve are Porchfest pros, and they’re here with everything there is to know to do this years festivals right. Get more from City Cast DC when you become a City Cast DC Neighbor. Y…

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Why Everyone's Mad About Rock Creek Parkway 22:37

1M ago22:37

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If you’ve driven on Rock Creek Parkway, then you know it has those reversible lanes - it’s actually had that traffic pattern since the 1930s. But now the National Parks Service wants to change up the roads and people both for and against the change are all yelling pretty loudly about it. The Washington Post’s Rachel Weiner has been following the co…

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DC’s Most Underrated Brunch Spots 25:35

1M ago25:35

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We love our brunches in DC. It’s kind of our thing here. But what about brunches that might be a little off the beaten path? Cornelia Poku of the popular food blog Black Girl Explore DC is here to share her menu of the best DC brunches. Get more from City Cast DC when you become a City Cast DC Neighbor. You’ll enjoy perks like ad-free listening, in…

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Is the New Tipped Minimum Wage Killing DC's Restaurants? 27:00

1M ago27:00

27:00

Are DC’s restaurants in trouble thanks to DOGE cuts? According to a new report in the Washington Post, a startling number of places have closed. But Tim Carman, one of the authors of the report, says it’s a bit more complicated than just Trump-era chaos. He’s here to explain what’s going on — and what it means for your next meal. Get more from City…

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DC Close to $3B RFK Deal, New Bus Map, and Local ASMR 32:07

1M ago32:07

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We’re talking about the big Commanders stadium news, some serious changes coming to Metro, and a podcaster who reads DC menus to help put you to sleep. Plus, members get a bonus segment today, about the Kennedy Center going full patriotism. In case you missed our episode with sports economist JC Bradbury, listen to learn whether stadiums are worth …

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The Best DC Day Off, For Every Type of Washingtonian 16:58

1M ago16:58

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With everything going on in DC, maybe you’re in need of a mental health day. Whether you’re playing hooky from work, school, or endless job apps, there’s actually a ton to do in DC on a weekday when you just need some me time. In this rerun from last year, the City Cast team plan out the ultimate mental health day for cinephiles, sports buffs, and …

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Bowser's Loophole For Avoiding $1.1B Cuts from Congress 20:37

1M ago20:37

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Yesterday, Mayor Muriel Bowser announced spending freezes and city cuts because of a massive crater that Congress created in DC’s budget and then never fixed. There’s a bill in the House that could immediately resolve this budget crisis, but the lawmakers have stalled on voting, and now they’re on break until April 28. Local reporter Martin Austerm…

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DC’s Best Parks for Kids 21:27

2M ago21:27

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With the weather improving, it’s a great time to explore DC’s many great parks to entertain little ones! City Cast DC contributor and dad, Jacob Fenston, is on a quest to visit all 697 parks in the District and he’s here to tell us the best ones to take your kids to. Want some more DC news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter Hey D…

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What RFK Stadium Could Cost DC 24:06

2M ago24:06

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There hasn’t even been a vote on a new Washington commanders stadium in DC, but a lot of folks already talk about it as a done deal. JC Bradbury is an expert on the economics of stadiums, and he thinks they’re almost never worth it. Bradbury is here to walk us through his research and what he thinks it ought to mean for DC’s looming decisions about…

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Shadow Politics, April 13, 2025 55:43

2M ago55:43

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Shadow Politics with Senator Michael D. Brown and Co-host Liberty Jones Joined by Guest, Professor Timothy Shenk, College Professor from the George Washington University Timothy Shenk is a historian of the modern United States with a particular interest in political and intellectual history. His latest book, Left Adrift: What Happened to Liberal Po…

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Trump’s Parade, GOP & DC Activists' Common Ground, and Hidden Cash 24:23

2M ago24:23

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It’s our Friday News Roundup! We’re talking about Trump’s birthday military parade, Congress targeting a couple of DC laws where they might actually have some local allies, and an epic scavenger hunt. Plus in our member’s-only fourth topic, we’ll talk through the way the new war on globalism is affecting DC’s local culture. Want some more DC news? …

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DC Prides Itself on the Smithsonian. Now, Trump's Changing It. 21:43

2M ago21:43

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The Smithsonian is front and center in one of Donald Trump’s most controversial executive orders. But what does his campaign against “inappropriate ideology” mean on a day to day basis for the museums — and for the city where they’re a big part of the cultural mix? Manuel Roig-Franzia from the Washington Post is here to give us the lay of the land.…

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Do Streateries Still Belong in DC? 17:39

2M ago17:39

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Spring has sprung, which means streateries are back! But do people really use them and like them? Senior producer Julia Karron talked to business owners and food journalists to get to the bottom of it. Want some more DC news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter Hey DC. You can also become a member, with ad-free listening, for as li…

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How Trump’s Policies Are Devastating DC Schools 26:38

2M ago26:38

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The Trump administration is pressuring public schools to abandon any programming related to what they call DEI, or else those schools will lose federal funding. And earlier this month, there was ICE activity at HD Cooke Elementary School in Adams Morgan. Scott Goldstein, the Executive Director of EmpowerEd, is here to share how schools are handling…

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Former Student Government Association presidents provide updates on post-presidencies, give advice to current candidates 10:04

2M ago10:04

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On this episode of Getting to the Bottom of It, host Max Porter speaks with John Richardson, the SGA president between 2011 and 2012, and Nick Gumas, the SGA president between 2014 and 2015, about life after office and the upcoming SGA elections.By The GW Hatchet

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Will Driverless Cars Make DC More Dangerous? 27:24

2M ago27:24

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WayMo, Google’s driverless taxi service company, says they want to expand to DC next. But are they safe? Would they work with DC’s many road quirks? We talked to Andrew Hawkins, who covers transportation at The Verge, to find out what driverless taxis would mean for the city. Want some more DC news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newslet…

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Shadow Politics, April 6, 2025 54:19

2M ago54:19

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Shadow Politics with Senator Michael D. Brown and Co-host Liberty Jones Host Senator Michael Brown and co-host Liberty Jones discuss College students' perspective on American politics and the Trump Administration policiesBy [email protected] (Author)

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DC Council Shuts Out Public, Zuckerberg’s New DC Home, and April Fools’ 31:33

2M ago31:33

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The DC Council passed a new law to keep more meetings secret, and Mark Zuckerberg joined a whole bunch of oligarchs buying houses in D.C. Plus: the best April Fools articles in D.C. this year. And for members, a special bonus topic: Trayon White, the expelled member of the DC Council, is running to win back his old seat. Can they re-expel him? NBC4…

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The Craziest Buildings DC Never Built 19:17

2M ago19:17

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What are the coolest buildings in DC? Chances are your list doesn’t include the Lincoln Pyramid, the Washington Pedestal, or something called Dolphin America — precisely because they never got built. We sat down with architectural historian Martin Moeller last year to discuss the big ideas that, sometimes luckily, shaped our city by never getting o…

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Why Won’t The House Just Pass DC’s Budget Fix? 14:46

2M ago14:46

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Mayor Bowser was scheduled to unveil her 2026 budget today but she’s delayed that while waiting for the House to pass its budget fix bill, restoring $1B to DC’s budget. Trump has signaled his support for the bill — so what’s the holdup? The Washington Post’s Meagan Flynn explains where we're at with DC’s budget and what’s next. Want some more DC ne…

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Your Guide to April 2025 in DC 34:23

2M ago34:23

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They say April showers bring May flowers. The City Cast squad is here to give their top tips and recommendations, from getting your winter coats dry cleaned and stored for the winter, to hitting up a Smithsonian exhibit throughout the month. If you're new here, welcome! We’ve put together a whole guide for you, with episodes and articles to welcome…

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Trump's New Executive Orders Come for DC 26:03

2M ago26:03

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A new executive order by Donald Trump targets D.C. — but doesn’t, at least not yet, take it over. Mark Segraves from Channel 4 is here to explain the president’s new “"D.C. Safe and Beautiful Task Force", and why the city leadership feels like it doesn’t have much choice other than staying mum. Want some more DC news? Then make sure to sign up for …

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