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Wisconsin is currently weathering one of the worst flu seasons in the past decade. In Dane County, hospitals are full of children and adults dealing with respiratory illnesses. So how do we keep ourselves healthy and help our bodies recover from sickness? We spoke with Cap Times food and culture editor Lindsay Christians to get her suggestions on what to cook and what ingredients to keep on hand when illness is making its rounds.Mentioned on the show Caroline Chambers’ lemon, spinach, chicken tortellini soupMelissa Clark’s omelette Julia Tertian’s roaster broccoli with carrot miso dressingHow To Make Yogi TeaTelsaan TeaRishi TeaJoshua McFadden’s kale salad Anna Thomas’ greens soupJoin us every Thursday as we explore Madison's food culture, from the brewers and bakers to the chefs and cheesemakers.Wanna talk to us about an episode? Leave us a voicemail at 608-318-3367 or email madison@citycast.fm. We’re also on Instagram! Want more Madison news delivered right to your inbox? Subscribe to the Madison Minutes morning newsletter. Looking to advertise on City Cast Madison? Check out our options for podcast and newsletter ads. Learn more about the sponsors of this February 20th episode here: Babbel - Get up to 60% off at Babbel.com/CITYCAST Madison Symphony Orchestra

Winter is here — do you know where to park? Alternate side parking is in effect through March 15, meaning you have to park your car on the correct side of the road each day to avoid getting a ticket. If you live on the isthmus this applies whenever there’s significant snowfall and the city declares a snow emergency.Confused? Former producer Dylan Brogan spoke with Madison Streets Superintendent Charlie Romines about what you need to know to help the streets get plowed and avoid a ticket.Get text alerts about snow emergencies and where to park. [City of Madison]This episode originally aired November 14, 2023.Wanna talk to us about an episode? Leave us a voicemail at 608-318-3367 or email madison@citycast.fm. We’re also on Instagram! You can get more Madison news delivered right to your inbox by subscribing to the Madison Minutes morning newsletter. Looking to advertise on City Cast Madison? Check out our options for podcast and newsletter ads. Learn more about the sponsors of this February 19th episode here: Babbel - Get up to 60% off at Babbel.com/CITYCAST Madison Symphony Orchestra

Less than a month into his second term as president, Donald Trump has signed more than 60 executive orders into law. Some of those orders are already being challenged in court, including one that would cut off federal funding for hospitals that provide gender-affirming care for patients under 19 years old. The order has left some Wisconsin families — and health care providers — with a lot of questions. To get answers, we caught up with Wisconsin Watch investigative reporter Phoebe Petrovic, who’s been covering the story.Wanna talk to us about an episode? Leave us a voicemail at 608-318-3367 or email madison@citycast.fm. We’re also on Instagram! You can get more Madison news delivered right to your inbox by subscribing to the Madison Minutes morning newsletter. Looking to advertise on City Cast Madison? Check out our options for podcast and newsletter ads. Learn more about the sponsors of this February 18th episode here: Babbel - Get up to 60% off at Babbel.com/CITYCAST Madison Symphony Orchestra

Get ready for the upcoming primary elections in Wisconsin! The local food scene is buzzing with news about EatStreet's bankruptcy and the new owners of Ohio Tavern aiming for a revival. Dive into local governance challenges, including a leadership withdrawal in Human Services and political tensions within the county board. Finally, don't miss the excitement around this year’s Summerfest lineup and reminisce about past concerts that created unforgettable memories!

Happy Thursday! Tomorrow is Valentine’s Day, and we’re rounding out our Love Week with some tips and tricks for making a gourmet meal at home. Break out your cookware, because Chef Patrick O'Halloran from The Deliciouser is here to teach you how to impress your date in the kitchen.Wanna talk to us about an episode? Leave us a voicemail at 608-318-3367 or email madison@citycast.fm. We’re also on Instagram! You can get more Madison news delivered right to your inbox by subscribing to the Madison Minutes morning newsletter. Looking to advertise on City Cast Madison? Check out our options for podcast and newsletter ads. Learn more about the sponsors of this February 13th episode here:Participatory Learning and Teaching Organization (PLATO)

Happy humpday, Madison! On this third day of Love Week, we’re gettin’ a little freaky. Have you ever wanted to explore your kinky side? As it turns out, Madison has a thriving community of people who like to explore their more unconventional interests together. To get the scoop on Madison’s kink scene, we talked to Lili Luxe, a local consent advocate and longtime host of many of Madison’s kinkiest events.Wanna talk to us about an episode? Leave us a voicemail at 608-318-3367 or email madison@citycast.fm. We’re also on Instagram! You can get more Madison news delivered right to your inbox by subscribing to the Madison Minutes morning newsletter. Looking to advertise on City Cast Madison? Check out our options for podcast and newsletter ads. Learn more about the sponsors of this February 12th episode here:Participatory Learning and Teaching Organization (PLATO)

Welcome to day two of City Cast Madison’s Love Week! Today, we’re turning inward and talking about the importance of self love. In times of turbulence, how can we give ourselves and those around us more grace? Khenchen Konchog Gylatsen Rinpoche is a Buddhist monk who founded the Drikung Kagyu Dharma Circle of Madison, which has met weekly at the Wil-Mar Center since 1992. He gives tips on how to quiet your ego and bring mindfulness into your routines.Wanna talk to us about an episode? Leave us a voicemail at 608-318-3367 or email madison@citycast.fm. We’re also on Instagram! You can get more Madison news delivered right to your inbox by subscribing to the Madison Minutes morning newsletter. Looking to advertise on City Cast Madison? Check out our options for podcast and newsletter ads. Learn more about the sponsors of this February 11th episode here:Participatory Learning and Teaching Organization (PLATO)

In honor of Valentine’s Day, this whole week on City Cast Madison, we’re talking about love! To kick things off, our team took our microphones to the streets to get your takes on Madison’s dating scene in 2025. And boy, did y’all deliver. Host Bianca Martin and executive producer Hayley Sperling share their stories and insights too.Wanna talk to us about an episode? Leave us a voicemail at 608-318-3367 or email madison@citycast.fm. We’re also on Instagram! You can get more Madison news delivered right to your inbox by subscribing to the Madison Minutes morning newsletter. Looking to advertise on City Cast Madison? Check out our options for podcast and newsletter ads. Learn more about the sponsors of this February 10th episode here:Participatory Learning and Teaching Organization (PLATO)

This week on the Friday news roundup, we’re talking about workplace misconduct, political protests, and one of Madison’s favorite pastimes — naming our city’s heavy machinery. Wisconsin State Journal reporter Lucas Robinson joins the conversation to talk about his reporting on an investigation into the job performance of the Dane County Regional Airport’s retiring director. Host Bianca Martin has an update on the fraud investigation happening at Goodman Community Center; and executive producer Hayley Sperling gives context to this week’s political protest at the Capitol. Plus, it’s time to vote for your favorite snow plow names!Mentioned on the show:Protesters in cities across the US rally against Trump’s policies, Project 2025 and Elon Musk [AP]Wanna talk to us about an episode? Leave us a voicemail at 608-318-3367 or email madison@citycast.fm. We’re also on Instagram! Want more Madison news delivered right to your inbox? Subscribe to the Madison Minutes morning newsletter. Looking to advertise on City Cast Madison? Check out our options for podcast and newsletter ads. 

Where can you find a lineup of world-class chefs creating specially crafted menus tailored specifically for the season? Why, Paoli of course. Through April, Seven Acre Dairy Company is hosting the Frost to Flower dinner series, which brings culinary legends from across the nation to Wisconsin for a unique dining experience. To find out more, we caught up with the owner of Seven Acre Dairy, Nic Mink, and one of the chefs featured this month, Chicago chef and champion of the Food Network’s “Chopped” Brian Jupiter.Join us every Thursday as we explore Madison's food culture, from the brewers and bakers to the chefs and cheesemakers.Wanna talk to us about an episode? Leave us a voicemail at 608-318-3367 or email madison@citycast.fm. We’re also on Instagram! Want more Madison news delivered right to your inbox? Subscribe to the Madison Minutes morning newsletter. Looking to advertise on City Cast Madison? Check out our options for podcast and newsletter ads.