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With winter just around the corner, now is a good time to start building habits to help you manage your mental health, according to Executive Director of NAMI Dane County Jeanne McLellan. Executive Producer Hayley Sperling caught up with Jeanne to hear some of her tips, as well as talk about the stigmas surrounding mental illness (and how to break them) and the resources NAMI Dane County provides to support the community.Please note: This episode contains mention of suicide. If you or anyone you know is struggling with thoughts of suicide, you can always call the Suicide & Crisis Lifeline at 988. There's help available 24 hours a day.Mentioned on the show:NAMIWalksNAMI resourcesWanna 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.Learn more about the sponsors of this September 30th episode here:Jones Dairy Farm Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

It’s another Friday news roundup and this week executive producer Hayley Sperling and Madison Minutes newsletter editor Rob Thomas are talking about everything from the politicians visiting Wisconsin and housing developments, to new Culver’s menu items. And buckle up, because Bus Rapid Transit is officially here. This is a roundup you won’t want to miss.Mentioned on the show:Highlights from the Bus Rapid Transit Ribbon-Cutting [City of Madison]What To Know About Bus Rapid Transit Pick Up Your Fast Fare Card [Metro Transit]Trump expected to hammer border security during stop in Prairie du Chien [WPR]Rep. Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez to headline rally for VP Harris in Madison Friday [WKOW]Controversial Madison development breaks ground at Filene House site [Cap Times]Culver's introduces hot honey cheese curds; announces limited return of CurderBurger [Channel 3000]Wanna talk to us about an episode? Leave us a voicemail at 608-31. 8-3367 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 ads. Learn more about the sponsors of this September 27th episode here:Madison Public LibraryMadison365 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

It’s absolutely the season to curl up in a cozy coffee shop with a hot cup of joe. And Madison is rife with options. But which ones go above and beyond when it comes to quality coffee and top notch atmosphere? Bianca Martin speaks with Ashley Rodriguez, writer of the Boss Barista newsletter. 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 ads.Learn more about the sponsors of this September 26th episode here:Madison Public LibraryMadison365 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The World Dairy Expo brings tens of thousands of people and millions of dollars in economic impact to Dane County every year. And not to mention, more than a few cows. The annual event will be in town Oct. 1-4, and to get the scoop on what folks can expect from this year’s showing, host Bianca Martin caught up with the expo’s general manager Laura Herschleb.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.Learn more about the sponsors of this September 25th episode here:Madison Public LibraryMadison365 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

It’s time for another installment of Must See Madison! City Cast Madison producer and Madison newbie Phil Surkis recently moved from the east to the north side and gave executive producer Hayley Sperling and host Bianca Martin a taste of what this part of town has to offer. We’re talking fish fries, nature walks, and…a mental hospital? Get ready because this show is an adventure.Mentioned on the show:Cherokee Marsh Natural Resource AreaAthens GrillWestshire Conservancy Jackson Landing Park & TrailsThe Lone Girl Brewing CompanyMendota Mental Health InstituteTroy FarmEl Sabor De PueblaWanna 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 ads. Learn more about the sponsors of this September 24th episode here:Madison Public LibraryMadison365 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Plastic containers? Yes. Plastic bags? No. Navigating our city’s recycling rules can be daunting. Thankfully there are professionals out there who want to help. To get tips on what can and can’t be recycled, and information on how to live a generally more sustainable life in Madison, host Bianca Martin spoke with Lorenza Zebell, program manager for Sustain Dane.Mentioned on the showRecycle Better, Sustain DaneCity of Madison drop off sitesRipple EffectsWanna 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.Learn more about the sponsors of this September 23rd episode here:Madison Public LibraryMadison365 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Kamala Harris, the Vice President, visits Madison for a campaign event, sparking excitement and political discussions. The podcast dives into Badger football fans’ frustrations over long wait times at Camp Randall, exacerbated by new beer sales. Local nonprofits, like Urban Triage and the Goodman Community Center, face financial scrutiny and accountability issues. Meanwhile, the new Lakefront Porch Park opens after 15 years of community effort, showcasing the vibrant spirit of Madison. It's a week of challenges and triumphs in the city!

Madison Vegan Fest is right around the corner. On Sept. 28, food vendors, exhibitors, musicians, and speakers will flock to Lunney Lake Farm Park for a day of animal rights advocacy, funky music, and of course good vegan food. To get the scoop on what to expect from this annual festival, host Bianca Martin caught up with Emma Cameron, the festival’s lead organizer.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 ads.If you enjoyed today's interview with Madison Public School Foundation’s President, Melinda Heinritz, learn more here.Learn more about the sponsors of this September 19th episode here:Madison Public Library Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Opera, ballet, and theater — oh my! The fall season for Madison’s performing arts scene is here. To get a look at what’s on the schedule around town, executive producer Hayley Sperling caught up with Cap Times reporter Lindsay Christians, who recently published a roundup of local shows.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.Learn more about the sponsors of this September 18th episode here:Madison Public LibraryJones Dairy Farm Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

City Cast Madison is back with another installment of Must See Madison, where we take on Madison’s must-see attractions and hidden gems. On today’s episode, we head over to the Dudgeon-Monroe neighborhood on the west side to spotlight the 46th annual Monroe Street Festival coming up this Saturday, Sept. 21.Executive producer Hayley Sperling sat down with the festival chair Joanne Berg, owner of Mystery to Me bookstore on Monroe St., to get the lowdown on what to expect from this yearly celebration. Check out this Madison Minutes’ Dudgeon-Monroe neighborhood guide to learn more about the community.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.Learn more about the sponsors of this September 17th episode here:Madison Public LibraryJones Dairy Farm Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices