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Donald Trump has been in office for 100 days. And with all the big changes his administration has brought to the DMV, it’s easy for the actual impact of it to get lost in the deluge of stories. The City Cast team is here to break down what the first 100 days of his administration has meant for DC.  Get more from City Cast DC when you become a City Cast DC Neighbor. You’ll enjoy perks like ad-free listening, invitations to members only events and more. Join now at membership.citycast.fm.  Want some more DC news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter Hey DC.  Learn more about the sponsors of this April 30th episode: Aura Frames - Get $35-off plus free shipping on the Carver Mat frame with Promo Code CITYCAST District Bridges Gala Theatre Capitol Hill Restoration Society House & Garden TourInterested in advertising with City Cast? Find more info HERE. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The Washington Commanders announced plans to build a stadium on the RFK site, and a whole neighborhood around it. But there are still a few hurdles to jump before this stadium actually becomes a thing. Axios’ Cuneyt Dil was at the announcement, and he’s here to tell us if we should be excited or skeptical. Want some more DC news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter Hey DC. You can also become a member, with ad-free listening, for as little as $10 a month. Learn more about the sponsors of this April 29th episode: Aura Frames - Get $35-off plus free shipping on the Carver Mat frame with Promo Code CITYCAST Cozy Earth - Use code COZYDC for 40% off best-selling sheets, towels, pajamas, and more. District Bridges Gala Theatre Capitol Hill Restoration Society House & Garden Tour Interested in advertising with City Cast? Find more info HERE. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Last week, the Supreme Court heard arguments in a local case involving a group of conservative Montgomery County parents who want to be able to yank their kids out of classes where they talk about LGBTQ themes. It could set a precedent that frightens a lot of locals. Nicole Asbury, who’s been covering it for the Washington Post, is here to tell us about it.Get more from City Cast DC when you become a City Cast DC Neighbor. You’ll enjoy perks like ad-free listening, invitations to members only events and more. Join now at membership.citycast.fm.Want some more DC news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter Hey DC. You can also become a member, with ad-free listening, for as little as $10 a month. Learn more about the sponsors of this April 28th episode:Aura Frames - Get $35-off plus free shipping on the Carver Mat frame with Promo Code CITYCASTDistrict BridgesGala TheatreCapitol Hill Restoration Society House & Garden TourInterested in advertising with City Cast? Find more info HERE. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The Washington Post’s Marc Fisher joins our roundup to talk about the controversies around DC’s US Attorney nominee, the city’s efforts to dismantle homeless encampments, and the very weird theft of Kristi Noem’s purse. Plus, a members-only fourth section about the surprising local history of Toys R Us, soon to be a major motion picture. Get more from City Cast DC when you become a City Cast DC Neighbor. You’ll enjoy perks like ad-free listening, invitations to members only events and more. Join now at membership.citycast.fm.Learn more about the sponsors of this April 25th episode:Roda - Use code POD50 for $50 off your first service of $200+.Aura Frames - Get $35-off plus free shipping on the Carver Mat frame with Promo Code CITYCASTThe Pew Charitable TrustsNace Law GroupAdams Morgan PorchFestCozy Earth - Use code COZYDC for 40% off best-selling sheets, towels, pajamas, and more.Interested in advertising with City Cast? Find more info HERE Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

It’s almost one of the most fun times of the year — porchfest season! Petworth’s is this Saturday, Adams Morgan’s is next week. City Cast’s own Mark Kulkosky and Priyanka Tilve are Porchfest pros, and they’re here with everything there is to know to do this years festivals right. Get more from City Cast DC when you become a City Cast DC Neighbor. You’ll enjoy perks like ad-free listening, invitations to members only events and more. Join now at membership.citycast.fm. Want some more DC news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter Hey DC. Learn more about the sponsors of this April 24th episode:Roda - Use code POD50 for $50 off your first service of $200+.Aura Frames - Get $35-off plus free shipping on the Carver Mat frame with Promo Code CITYCASTThe Pew Charitable TrustsNace Law GroupAdams Morgan PorchFestInterested in advertising with City Cast? Find more info HERE. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

If you’ve driven on Rock Creek Parkway, then you know it has those reversible lanes - it’s actually had that traffic pattern since the 1930s. But now the National Parks Service wants to change up the roads and people both for and against the change are all yelling pretty loudly about it. The Washington Post’s Rachel Weiner has been following the controversy. Get more from City Cast DC when you become a City Cast DC Neighbor. You’ll enjoy perks like ad-free listening, invitations to members only events and more. Join now at membership.citycast.fm Want some more DC news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter Hey DC. Learn more about the sponsors of this April 23rd episode:Roda - Use code POD50 for $50 off your first service of $200+.Aura Frames - Get $35-off plus free shipping on the Carver Mat frame with Promo Code CITYCASTThe Pew Charitable TrustsNace Law GroupAdams Morgan PorchFestInterested in advertising with City Cast? Find more info HERE. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

We love our brunches in DC. It’s kind of our thing here. But what about brunches that might be a little off the beaten path? Cornelia Poku of the popular food blog Black Girl Explore DC is here to share her menu of the best DC brunches. Get more from City Cast DC when you become a City Cast DC Neighbor. You’ll enjoy perks like ad-free listening, invitations to members only events and more. Join now at membership.citycast.fm. Want some more DC news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter Hey DC.Learn more about the sponsors of this April 22nd episode:Roda - Use code POD50 for $50 off your first service of $200+.Cozy Earth - Use code COZYDC for 40% off best-selling sheets, towels, pajamas, and more.Aura Frames - Get $35-off plus free shipping on the Carver Mat frame with Promo Code CITYCASTThe Pew Charitable TrustsNace Law GroupAdams Morgan PorchFestInterested in advertising with City Cast? Find more info HERE. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Are DC’s restaurants in trouble thanks to DOGE cuts? According to a new report in the Washington Post, a startling number of places have closed. But Tim Carman, one of the authors of the report, says it’s a bit more complicated than just Trump-era chaos. He’s here to explain what’s going on — and what it means for your next meal.Get more from City Cast DC when you become a City Cast DC Neighbor. You’ll enjoy perks like ad-free listening, invitations to members only events and more. Join now at membership.citycast.fm.Want some more DC news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter Hey DC.  Learn more about the sponsors of this April 21st episode:Roda - Use code POD50 for $50 off your first service of $200+.Aura Frames - Get $35-off plus free shipping on the Carver Mat frame with Promo Code CITYCASTThe Pew Charitable TrustsNace Law GroupAdams Morgan PorchFest Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

We’re talking about the big Commanders stadium news, some serious changes coming to Metro, and a podcaster who reads DC menus to help put you to sleep. Plus, members get a bonus segment today, about the Kennedy Center going full patriotism.In case you missed our episode with sports economist JC Bradbury, listen to learn whether stadiums are worth what they cost cities.And here’s the new WMATA bus map, which goes live June 29.Want some more DC news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter Hey DC. You can also become a member, with ad-free listening, for as little as $10 a month. Learn more about the sponsors of this April 18th episode:Prolonlife.com/city - Use this link for 15% offAlliance FrancaiseInterested in advertising with City Cast? Find more info HERE. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

With everything going on in DC, maybe you’re in need of a mental health day. Whether you’re playing hooky from work, school, or endless job apps, there’s actually a ton to do in DC on a weekday when you just need some me time. In this rerun from last year, the City Cast team plan out the ultimate mental health day for cinephiles, sports buffs, and every type of Washingtonian in between. Want some more DC news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter Hey DC. You can also become a member, with ad-free listening, for as little as $8 a month. Learn more about the sponsors of this April 15th episode:Prolonlife.com/city - Use this link for 15% offCozy Earth - Use code COZYDC for 40% off best-selling sheets, towels, pajamas, and more.Alliance FrancaiseInterested in advertising with City Cast? Find more info HERE Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices