On the eve of Election Day, we’re looking ahead to some of the drastic changes coming to our city government in January: The mayor will no longer be on City Council, we’ll have a city administrator, and council members will no longer lead bureaus. But how will all of these changes work? Who will you call if you have an issue in your neighborhood? Today on City Cast Portland, we’re revisiting our conversation with KOIN investigative reporter Elise Haas about the big changes ahead. This...

Introducing What’s It Going To Take To Win The 2024 Presidential Election? With Senator Elizabeth Warren from Getting Curious with Jonathan Van Ness. Follow the show: Getting Curious with Jonathan Van Ness It’s a very special day on the pod, we have a returning guest and U.S. Senator from Massechusettes- Senator Elizabeth Warren! She’s joining us fresh from a tour around the midwest talking to folks on the ground about the issues that matter to them this election cycle. We’re in the...

This week we’ll be sharing results from our local elections and discussing what they mean for Portland. But we can’t help but wonder… what’s going on with our City Cast colleagues in swing states? As America white-knuckles its way into one of the closest presidential elections in modern history, City Cast CEO David Plotz sits down with the hosts of our shows in swing state cities: Madison, Philly, Pittsburgh, and Las Vegas. In this special episode, our crew of hosts gives you a locals’ look...

Introducing 4 immunity tips for healthy ageing | Dr. Jenna Macciochi from ZOE Science & Nutrition. Follow the show: ZOE Science & Nutrition Over the last two years, there’s been a rise in “immune-boosting” foods, supplements and trends. Today's guest, immunologist Dr. Jenna Macciochi, believes the immune system doesn’t need boosting. Instead, it should be balanced. In this episode, Jenna - a Senior Lecturer in Immunology at the University of Sussex - reveals how your immune...

Today on City Cast Portland, we’re looking into the ballot box arsons, the ways the city is fumbling our tax dollars, and why the Multnomah County Sheriff's Office is warning that jails will start releasing prisoners by next week. Joining host Claudia Meza on this week’s Friday news roundup are Willamette Week City Hall reporter Sophie Peel and our very own executive producer, John Notarianni. Discussed in Today’s Episode: Portland Police Say Ballot Box Arsonist Has ‘Wealth of Experience’...

From taking in a show at one of the nation’s largest performing arts centers to a turkey dinner at Portland’s oldest restaurant, there’s no shortage of things to do this month in Portland. So the City Cast Portland team is here to narrow down your November bucket list to the must-dos, like trying out a new indoor sport! One bonus suggestion from our episode archive: Portland Karaoke Do’s and Don’ts If you're new here, welcome! We’ve put together a starter pack for you, with episodes and...

Introducing Kamala’s Closing Argument (feat. AOC) from Pod Save America. Follow the show: Pod Save America Kamala Harris delivers a rousing closing speech, promising to be a president for all Americans and sharply contrasting her plans with Donald Trump's. Trump works to clean up that terrible Puerto Rico joke, getting assists from Sean Hannity and, unfortunately, President Biden, and Trump and surrogates like Elon Musk and Mike Johnson remind voters about their plans to take away health care...

When we first spoke with mayoral hopeful Keith Wilson a few months ago, not many voters knew of him. But with less than a week until Election Day, Wilson has emerged as a dark horse candidate in the race, outpolling the more established candidates. In the final installment of our mayoral candidate interview series, host Claudia Meza and executive producer John Notarianni have the latest on Wilson’s chances in the race. We also revisit a conversation we had with him earlier this summer. Parts...

Introducing Rage at Madison Square Garden from Pod Save America. Follow the show: Pod Save America Donald Trump and Kamala Harris offer two very different closing messages as we enter the last week before the election: Harris hits the trail with Beyoncé and Michelle Obama and pitches her economic plan for Puerto Rico, while Trump and his cronies light up Madison Square Garden with more vitriol, racism, and hate than even we're used to. Jon, Lovett, and Tommy react to a packed weekend of...

Before joining City Council, Commissioner Carmen Rubio spent many years working as a policy advisor for both city and county officials and served as the executive director of the nonprofit Latino Network. Today, she’s campaigning for mayor. With less than a week left to cast votes, we’re continuing our mayoral candidate interview series. First host Claudia Meza and executive producer John Notarianni have the latest on Rubio’s chances in the race; then we’ll revisit a conversation we had with...

Introducing The blessing of getting dumped on your birthday with Lindsey Metselaar from Brutally Anna. Follow the show: Brutally Anna Lindsey Metselaar, host of the hit dating podcast, We Met At Acme, proves that getting dumped on your birthday can sometimes lead to great things. On this week’s episode, find out why women should listen to what men actually say, why Lindsey believes women are less likely to fall in love at first sight than men, and how the most heartbreaking...

Liv Osthus — aka Viva Las Vegas — is an iconic Portland stripper, an outspoken sex workers’ advocate, and a published author who has been a fixture in the local music and art scenes. She’s also a candidate for Portland mayor. Today we’re continuing our series of conversations with candidates: host Claudia Meza and executive producer John Notarianni have the latest on Osthus’s chances in the race; then we’ll revisit a conversation we had with her earlier this summer. Parts of this conversation...

Introducing How to eat 30 plants this week | Hugh Fearnley-Whittingstall and Prof. Tim Spector from ZOE Science & Nutrition. Follow the show: ZOE Science & Nutrition Thirty plants this week, think you could do it? It might sound a lot, but it’s easier than you think. Fruit, veg, nuts, seeds, even coffee all count as plants. Legendary chef Hugh Fearnley-Whittingstall joins us to share tips on eating more plants. Hugh’s new book ‘How to Eat 30 Plants a Week’ explores the wild...

The push to help cannabis workers unionize, the investigation into Commissioner Rene Gonzalez’s campaign finance law violation, and why regional leaders are upset with three city commissioners: Joining host Claudia Meza on this week’s news roundup are Willamette Week cannabis reporter and author, Brianna Wheeler, and our very own producer, Giulia Fiaoni. Stories discussed this week: Measure 119 Will Ask Oregon Whether To Give Cannabis Workers an Easier Route To Unionize [OPB] Portland...

Introducing Kids and junk food: simple ways to break the habit with Rhiannon Lambert & Dr. Federica Amati from ZOE Science & Nutrition. Follow the show: ZOE Science & Nutrition As adults, food shopping can be a minefield. But when it comes to feeding your kids, the stakes are even higher. Our food environment is rife with misinformation. Brightly coloured labels on packaged, often ultra-processed foods promise high protein, high fibre and low calories. The additives,...

City Commissioner Mingus Mapps has had a tough time breaking through in the mayors’ race, despite being the first candidate to declare last year. But with a good chunk of undecided voters and our new ranked choice voting system, he still has a shot. Today we’re continuing our series of conversations with mayoral candidates: host Claudia Meza and executive producer John Notarianni have the latest on Mapps’s chances in the race; then we’ll revisit a conversation we had with him earlier this...

Introducing John Kelly's Trump Bombshell from Pod Save America. Follow the show: Pod Save America Donald Trump's former chief of staff, John Kelly, goes on the record about Trump praising Hitler, meeting the "definition of a fascist," and the "disturbing" idea of using the military against domestic opponents. Dan and MSNBC's Alex Wagner break down how damaging this might be for Trump, and how Kamala Harris is trying to use it to her advantage. Plus, they look at the Harris campaign's message...

With less than two weeks until Election Day, we’re talking with the top mayoral candidates about their pitch to voters. Today, we’re kicking it all off with our conversation with City Commissioner and mayoral hopeful Rene Gonzalez. But first, host Claudia Meza and executive producer John Notarianni are breaking down how the race has changed for Gonzalez in recent months. This conversation first aired on June 20, 2024 Become a member of City Cast Portland today! Get all the details and sign up...

Introducing Trump Closes With Small Fries and Big D*cks from Pod Save America. Follow the show: Pod Save America Running on fumes with just two weeks to go, Trump raves about Arnold Palmer's genitalia and works the fryer at a McDonald's. Meanwhile, Kamala Harris campaigns across the battleground-state suburbs with Liz Cheney, and Barack Obama hits the trail for her in the Sun Belt. Then, Jon, Lovett, and Tommy discuss the legality of Elon Musk's million-dollar voter-registration giveaways,...

Today we continue to break down the candidates running for our 12 new City Council seats, with a look today at District 2, which encompasses all of North Portland as well as most of inner Northeast. We’re honing in on the candidates with the most individual campaign contributions. Our very own executive producer, John Notarianni is here to walk us through what the candidates are campaigning on, who’s supporting them, and how they’re trying to stand out. Become a member of City Cast Portland...

Introducing Hidden health risk? The truth about emulsifiers with Dr. Federica Amati from ZOE Science & Nutrition. Follow the show: ZOE Science & Nutrition Emulsifiers are common in our diets, enhancing the texture, appearance and shelf life of many foods. But are they safe? In today’s episode, Jonathan and Federica uncover the surprising truth about emulsifiers in our food. We learn the science behind emulsifiers, their impact on health, and the rising concerns over there...

We’re continuing to sort through the 98 candidates running for 12 open City Council seats by honing in on the candidates with the most individual contributions in each district. Today, Willamette Week City Hall reporter Sophie Peel is here to talk through District 4. We’ll be looking at what the top candidates are campaigning on, who’s supporting them, and how they’re trying to stand out. Become a member of City Cast Portland today! Get all the details and sign up here.  Who would you like to...

Introducing What to eat to avoid osteoporosis from ZOE Science & Nutrition. Follow the show: ZOE Science & Nutrition Every 12 years, our skeletons undergo a complete transformation. Prof. Tim Spector and Prof. Cyrus Cooper discuss how to avoid Osteoporosis, a condition where bones become fragile, significantly increases the risk of fractures from minor incidents, often without any noticeable symptoms. Worldwide, it affects one in three women and one in five men over fifty,...

Today on City Cast Portland, we’re talking about a longshot mayoral candidate jumping ahead in the polls, the possible reasons downtown Portland foot traffic is increasing, and the two Portland metro counties suing the state for more addiction services funds. Joining host Claudia Meza on this week’s Friday news roundup are Jake Weigler, a local political strategist and partner at the consulting firm Praxis, and our very own executive producer, John Notarianni.  Discussed in Today’s...

Introducing Are We Being Ruled By A Shadow Government? | Shane Smith Has Questions from Shane Smith Has Questions. Follow the show: Shane Smith Has Questions Shane Smith and author Peter Dale Scott, who popularized the term the Deep State four decades ago, on how it combines government agencies, the military, and organized crime. Scott discusses everything from recent Trump assassination attempts to historical deep events like the Bay of Pigs, the CIA and Mafia attempting to...