Ahead of Labor Day weekend, we’re sifting through the headlines that raised our eyebrows this week. Host Lindsay Van Allen is chatting with community member Ashley Townend about the upcoming Medicaid cuts that will put our medical providers in a bind. With the state’s new $80 million deficit projections, is this just the beginning of attacks on Medicaid? Meanwhile, Boise city officials are hoping a new Greenbelt speed ordinance will increase safety on the popular path. And you just have a few more days to enjoy floating the Boise River during the official season! Want some more Boise news? Head over to our Hey Boise newsletter where you’ll get a cheatsheet to the city every weekday morning.And when you join our City Cast Boise Neighbors program, you’ll get great perks like ad-free listening, access to members-only events, and much more. Become a member for just $10/month here. Interested in advertising with City Cast Boise? Find more info HERE.Reach us at [email protected].

While some Boise neighborhoods shout for attention, the classic Ustick area has more of a quiet and hidden-in-plain-sight vibe. But with some of the city’s best coffee, history, and well-loved parks, it’s a community that deserves a closer look! Hey Boise newsletter editor Blake Hunter joins host Lindsay Van Allen to break down what makes this neighborhood so special and how you can spend the perfect day exploring the Ustick area.

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Public lands shape everyday life in Idaho, from weekend hikes to wildfire safety. But as Howl podcast host Heath Druzin explains, President Trump’s new proposal to slash the budgets of the agencies that care for them could have devastating consequences. What would these cuts mean for the future of our favorite outdoor spaces?

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Idaho’s population has doubled in the past 30 years, and new numbers show that growth isn’t slowing anytime soon. But not everyone wants to stick around for the boom! Today on the podcast, we’re revisiting a conversation host Lindsay Van Allen had with HomeFound Boise realtor Tom Wheeler about what’s driving locals to leave and how it’s changing our communities.

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Moscow-based Pastor Doug Wilson is a polarizing figure known for his extreme views, which he spreads through churches and schools. His influence is spreading to Washington, D.C., where Secretary of Defense Pete Hegseth shared a controversial Wilson interview on social media. Extremely American podcast host Heath Druzin joins host Lindsay Van Allen to break down why Wilson has become a central figure in conversations about Christian Nationalism, and what Idahoans need to understand about where this movement is headed.

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This week, host Lindsay Van Allen is diving into local headlines with friend of the show Matthew Melton. They begin with how Idaho officials are responding to President Trump after he claimed mail-in ballots can’t be trusted. Then, the latest living wage report has us asking: do you make enough to afford to live in Ada County in 2025? Plus, a cozy new shop where books and cooking classes come together!

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Running a business that helps women explore swinging and ethical non-monogamy might be taboo in most places, but what about in conservative Boise? Unicorn Landing founder Candice joins host Lindsay Van Allen to share insight into who is quietly swiping on this sex-based app and the contradictions it exposes in Idaho’s culture, where traditional family values are the norm.

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Congress slashed funding for the Corporation for Public Broadcasting, driving Boise State Public Radio to face a new reality. Host Lindsay Van Allen is joined by BSPR General Manager Tom Michael to break down what these historic cuts mean for the station and our state. Is this just the latest blow to Boise’s shrinking media landscape, or a chance to reshape public media?

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A new study confirms that 35% of Idaho’s OB-GYNs have walked away since the Dobbs decision and our abortion ban laws went into effect. Host Lindsay Van Allen is talking with lead researcher Dr. Ed McEachern and family practice physician Dr. Deb Roman about the long-term impacts and whether this data could sway lawmakers or voters at the ballot box.

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Student directories may seem harmless, but Department of Homeland Security agents began using them to target students for ‘welfare checks’ in the Treasure Valley. Host Lindsay Van Allen is joined by Investigate West reporter Rachel Spacek to break down how this raising questions about whether schools can truly be safe for all students. 

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