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City Cast Salt Lake

City Cast
Salt Lake City
University Of Utah
Living Traditions Festival
Kilby Block Party
Mother's Day
Deer Valley Outdoor Symphony
Lauren Boebert
Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion
Diversity Initiatives
Food Insecurity
Utah School Lunch Debt
Public Spaces
Utah
South Salt Lake Mural Fest
Salt Lake City Council
Homelessness
Violent Protest
Sundance Film Festival
Johnson V. Grants Pass
Switchpoint

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. L... more

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Latest Episodes

Gov. Spencer Cox wants to expand aka pack the Supreme Court. Host Ali Vallarta, executive producer Emily Means, and City Cast Salt Lake contributor Chandler Rosenberg discuss state leaders' motives. Plus, Salt Lake's word of the year and some festive... more

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Our official naughty and nice list is here! And yeah, Santa is a listener. Host Ali Vallarta and Queen of SLC on TikTok, Kendall Rodriguez, compile what to celebrate and gentle roasts from 2025 in Utah.

Join us for How the Grinch Stole Christmas on ... more

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Many of us have family in town next week, whether up from St. George, in from LA, or we’re just spending an unusual amount of time together. Host Ali Vallarta and local TikTok creator Darienne Debrule assemble a list of ideas from free to kid-friendl... more

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A new plan for ski traffic in Big Cottonwood Canyon is here! Host Ali Vallarta and Save Our Canyons executive director Jack Stauss discuss why it’s so good, and what to expect. Plus, why some SLC landlords would rather give you a cruise than lower th... more

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Recent Guests

Jack Stauss
Executive Director of Save Our Canyons
Save Our Canyons
Episode: Good News for Canyon Traffic, Weird Rent Incentives, Sandwich Rec
Devon Kurtz
Public Safety Policy Director for the Cicero Institute
Cicero Institute
Episode: Interrogating Controversial Homeless Policy Proposals
Nicholle Pitt White
Immigration attorney in Salt Lake City
Episode: ICE Is Escalating Operations. Here’s What Lawyers Know.
Kaitlin Eskelson
President and CEO of Visit Salt Lake
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Episode: MICHELIN Is Trying SLC Restaurants. Who Could Get Stars?
Michele Corigliano
Executive Director of Salt Lake Area Restaurant Association
Salt Lake Area Restaurant Association
Episode: MICHELIN Is Trying SLC Restaurants. Who Could Get Stars?
Angelique Fish
Co-founder of the Women's Wine Hiking Society
Episode: A Utahn’s Guide To Pooping Outdoors
Jacob Wilson
Sixth generation butcher shop owner
Snider Bros. Meats
Episode: Utah's Olympic Snub, SLC Thankful Edition, Holiday Pop-Ups
Mackenzie Bray
Executive Director of the Salt Lake Harm Reduction Project
Salt Lake Harm Reduction Project
Episode: State Leaders Icing out Local Experts on Mega Shelter?
Rebecca Yund
Owner of MOMU, a downtown boutique
MOMU
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Host

Ali Vallarta
Host of City Cast Salt Lake, passionate about local events and community engagement.

Reviews

4.8 out of 5 stars from 553 ratings
  • Hard-hitting and smart while being pleasant and entertaining

    This podcast gives a great overview of the current issues facing Salt Lake City, as well as all of the events and happenings of the week. I’m not usually a local news guy — I don’t like being pumped up with irrational fear. That’s not what this podcast is about. It takes an optimistic, rational, progressive viewpoint and makes a concerted effort to give listeners the tools and knowledge to participate in the community in an informed manner. The interviews are excellent and the host is a seasone... more

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    dmatamales
    United States3 months ago
  • Local flavor

    Love having a local news source in podcast form. Wish they didn’t also push other random podcasts on the feed.

    Apple Podcasts
    4
    Rdood
    United States6 months ago
  • Informative and helpful

    Great show, taught me a lot of great resources about my new city. Love the restaurant, bar, and shopping recommendations in particular. Accessible hosts that are fun to listen to and have great takes. Knocked a star off for all the spam oprah podcast “features” (seriously, it feels like oprah pops up in my podcast queue every week cuz of this show).

    Apple Podcasts
    4
    Noahlips
    United States7 months ago
  • Far-left nonsense

    They’ve got some good local commentary when it happens to be a non-political issue, but for the most part they are pushing the extremist religion of leftism.

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    Alijah Simon
    United States7 months ago
  • So pleasant, careful with the pushiness though

    I like this podcast. Ali does a great job and it’s fun to hear her chat with Emily. That being said, I understand you need members, but four separate membership pushes in a single episode is just too much. You have paid advertisers and other funding, so give people a break from the pushy pushes. Especially in this economy.

    Apple Podcasts
    3
    wka940
    United States8 months ago

Listeners Say

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Listeners appreciate the podcast for its informative content and engaging hosts, noting its focus on local issues and community involvement.
Many find the discussions to be insightful and relatable, enhancing their connection to Salt Lake City.
Some reviews express concerns about the podcast's length and the perceived increase in political bias, but ultimately, it remains a valued local news source.
Audience responses highlight how effective the podcast is in providing a mix of news, culture, and humor, with served guests offering valuable local perspectives.

Chart Rankings

How this podcast ranks in the Apple Podcasts, Spotify and YouTube charts.

Apple Podcasts
#95
United States/News/Daily News
Apple Podcasts
#249
Poland/News/Daily News

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Interrogating Controversial Homeless Policy Proposals
Q: Do you support the idea of creating a registry for those seeking assistance to better integrate services?
Devon Kurtz argues that similar registrations exist for other services, but there are concerns about privacy and potential surveillance.
Interrogating Controversial Homeless Policy Proposals
Q: What is the plan to move people out of this facility?
There is a system in place with federally funded programs designed as stepping stones to housing, but gaps remain in ensuring effective transitions.
Interrogating Controversial Homeless Policy Proposals
Q: How do you determine who needs this treatment?
Determinations are made by several psychiatrists and are overseen by a judge and attorneys representing both the patient and the state, ensuring due process.
Best Local Feuds of 2025
Q: What makes you uniquely qualified to talk about beefs and feuds?
Molly claims to love to take a side and has extensive research on the topic as an avid reality TV connoisseur.
ICE Is Escalating Operations. Here’s What Lawyers Know.
Q: What are good tips for people who might witness ICE operations?
The best action is to record the incident, as it helps document any misconduct.

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What is City Cast Salt Lake about and what kind of topics does it cover?

A daily news-focused podcast that brings together insightful discussions on local issues, events, and culture pertinent to Salt Lake City. It features conversations led by engaging hosts, including significant community figures, and dives into a range of topics from political changes and urban development to the culinary scene and outdoor lifestyle. Unique elements include a blend of humor and serious discourse, allowing listeners to gain deeper insights into their community while feeling connected to Salt Lake's evolving narrative. The podcast is particularly noteworthy for its emphasis on local perspective, encouraging community involvement and fostering a sense of belonging among both new and long-term residents.

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1. RadioWest
2. Mormon Land
3. The Ezra Klein Show
4. The Daily
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City Cast Salt Lake launched 4 years ago and published 983 episodes to date. You can find more information about this podcast including rankings, audience demographics and engagement in our podcast database.

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Recent guests on City Cast Salt Lake include:

1. Jack Stauss
2. Devon Kurtz
3. Nicholle Pitt White
4. Kaitlin Eskelson
5. Michele Corigliano
6. Angelique Fish
7. Jacob Wilson
8. Mackenzie Bray

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