City Cast Madison

As we close the book on 2024 and get ready for the new year, we turned to you to get a taste of what Madisonians hope to see in our fair city in 2025. What are your hopes for the new year? Perhaps a more diverse range of food options? Cleaner lakes? More time spent in the community? We heard from local leaders, business owners, and even the mayor to get their takes. Host Bianca Martin and executive producer Hayley Sperling reflect on the year and talk about their own resolutions.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 December 18th episode here: Jones Dairy Farm Alliance Francaise De Milwaukee

The city of Madison was shocked Monday by a shooting at Abundant Life Christian School, in which a teacher and student were killed in addition to the suspected shooter, and several others were injured. On the City Cast Madison podcast today, Bianca Martin talks to Rob Chappell, executive editor of Madison365, about what we know and what questions remain. Links: City of Madison Incident ReportTeacher, student dead, 6 injured in shooting at Abundant Life Christian School | Live updates [WSJ]How a Community Heals after a School Shooting [CT]Statement on Abundant Life School Shooting and resources [City of Madison]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 December 17th episode here: Jones Dairy Farm Alliance Francaise De Milwaukee

The holiday season is often the biggest time of the year for new movie releases. But to see big blockbusters, Madisonians have to make a trip out to the suburbs. To get to scoop on where and what to watch, we turned to local film aficionado and our own Madison Minutes newsletter editor Rob Thomas.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 December 16th episode here: Jones Dairy Farm Alliance Francaise De Milwaukee

On this week’s Friday news roundup, Madison365 reporter Nicholas Garton joins host Bianca Martin to talk about recent drama in the Sun Prairie School District, which ultimately led to the resignation of a principal and multiple school board members. Executive producer Hayley Sperling has the latest in Ald. Charles Myadze’s arrest yesterday afternoon and the Madison City Council’s prior decision to censure him. And Madison Minutes newsletter editor Rob Thomas shares details on where speed limits around town are set to change. Plus, it’s a weekend full of Santa extravaganza.Mentioned on the show:Former Sun Prairie principal claims “double standard” in how Black employees are treated by SPASD [Madison365]Investigation finds former Sun Prairie East principal & witnesses “not credible” in denial of offensive language [Madison365]Second Sun Prairie School Board member resigns [Madison365] 🎧 Madison Alder Speaks Out After Allegations Against Fellow Council Member Surface [City Cast Madison]🎧 Why So Many Public Officials Have Called For a Madison Alder’s Resignation [City Cast Madison]🎉 Become a member of City Cast Madison today!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 December 13th episode here: Jones Dairy Farm Orthodontic Experts Olbrich Botanical Gardens

‘Tis the season for gifts! If you have a foodie in your life — whether that’s someone who loves to cook or just loves to eat — we’ve got suggestions for what to put under their tree. Cap Times food and culture editor Lindsay Christians joins Bianca Martin with a stacked list of local gift ideas everyone will enjoy.Join us every Thursday as we explore Madison's food culture, from the brewers and bakers to the chefs and cheesemakers.🎉 Become a member of City Cast Madison today!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 December 12th episode here: Jones Dairy Farm Orthodontic Experts Olbrich Botanical Gardens

T. Krulos, a Milwaukee freelance author known for his work on the quirky history of pull-tabs in Wisconsin, dives into the fascinating world of these popular bar games. He reveals how local bars thrive on the excitement of pull-tab machines and the unique legal loopholes that keep them operating. The conversation touches on the cultural significance of these games, their ties to community fundraising, and the ongoing debates about regulation and gambling addiction. Krulos’ insights shine a light on a beloved tradition in Wisconsin nightlife.

Stoughton natives Joe Pickett and Nick Prueher have collected over 13,000 obscure and delightful VHS tapes and have been taking viewers on a guided tour of their best finds since 2004. Their live show is called Found Footage Festival, and it’s coming to the Barrymore Theatre this Friday. In this episode, host Bianca Martin sits down with Joe and Nick to talk about how they got obsessed with old videos, where they find (and sometimes steal) VHS tapes, and how they pranked several local news stations across Wisconsin by pretending to be strongmen called “Chop & Steele.”Mentioned on the show: Found Footage Festival Special Delivery!  Alex Tribek Outtakes Diabetes v. Diabetuhs VCR Party Live! 🎉 Become a member of City Cast Madison today!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 December 10th episode here: Jones Dairy Farm Orthodontic Experts Olbrich Botanical Gardens

Today, the tables are turned as City Cast Madison host Bianca Martin is a guest on Rev. Dr. Alex Gee’s podcast Black Like Me. In this excerpt of the show, Bianca digs into her experiences as a Black journalist and Rev. Lilada Gee also joins the conversation to discuss the often minimized roles of Black women in society and culture. Listen to the full Black Like Me episode here.🎉 Become a member of City Cast Madison today!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 December 6th episode here: Jones Dairy Farm Orthodontic Experts Olbrich Botanical Gardens

It’s Friday, which means the City Cast Madison team is here to round up the news of the week! The kick things off, host Bianca Martin is joined by the Cap Times state government and disinformation reporter Erin McGroarty to talk about the latest development in the case against Act 10. Bianca also gives an update on Wisconsin Democratic Party leader Ben Wikler’s run for DNC chair. And executive producer Hayley Sperling joins the conversation to give an update on news from several of Madison's bookstores and dish on the giant inflatable Santas taking over Monroe Street.Mentioned on the show:Paul's Book Store is closing after 70 years [Madison Magazine]Mystery to Me employees will take over the Monroe Street bookstore [Cap Times]A Room of One’s Own bookstore debuts an event space [Cap Times]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 December 6th episode here: Jones Dairy Farm BetterHelp - get 10% off at betterhelp.com/CITYCAST Children's Theater of Madison

It’s been a big year for Madison’s food and restaurant scene. To help us round up all of the exciting openings — and the disappointing closures — of 2024, Madison Magazine food editor Emma Waldinger made a list. She joins host Bianca Martin to talk about some of the highlights.🎧 City Cast Madison episodes mentioned on the show Meet Willy Street's New Weird Vegan WonderlandWhy This Madison Bar Went All In On Cheese You Need to Visit Madison’s Newest French BakeryMust See Madison: Your Guide to the New GreenbushWhy Morris Ramen ClosedThe Next Generation of Hạ Long BayJoin 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 December 5th episode here: Jones Dairy Farm BetterHelp - get 10% off at betterhelp.com/CITYCAST Children's Theater of Madison Madison Public Library Foundation