City Cast Houston

By City Cast

The daily podcast for food, culture, news, and nature in the sweaty Bayou City. Join host Raheel Ramzanali and the City Cast Houston team every weekday morning as we celebrate and interrogate this spr... more

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May 22, 2024 You Might Also Like: LadyGang
Introducing Defend the Men! with Odette and Dave Annable from LadyGang.
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The ladies are joined by adorable real-life couple Odette and Dave Annable to get honest about life in the spotlight, being Becca Tobin besties and in a LADYGANG first, we asked our community, "what is the one thing your significant other does that drives you crazy, but you love them anyways?" and we collected those instances of friction and have Dave *defend the men!* This is a hilarious episode full of love, laughs, and many excuses for those beard trimmings in the sink.
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DISCLAIMER: Please note, this is an independent podcast episode not affiliated with, endorsed by, or produced in conjunction with the host podcast feed or any of its media entities. The views and opinions expressed in this episode are solely those of the creators and guests. For any concerns, please reach out to [email protected].
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May 21, 2024Hidalgo vs Whitmire, Rebuilding After the Storm, and Avoiding Scammers
It’s been a crazy few days in Houston since the storm last week. From power outages to cleaning up debris, there is SO much going on. On today’s episode, host Raheel Ramzanali and producer Carlignon Jones are breaking down all the news you need to following the destructive storm.
Featured stories:
7 people died from Thursday’s storm
Update on CenterPoint’s efforts to restore power
Houston Chronicle’s blog on live updates from the storm
54 schools remained close on Monday
Closures from the storm
It’s about to get really hot in Houston this week
Storm scams that the BBB wants you to know about
Early voting has started for May 28th’s runoff
Independence Hall residents left after storm
Tensions rise during press conference
Bill Spencer’s investigation into Estate Shark
Go Topless Weekend in Bolivar
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May 21, 2024 You Might Also Like: Via Podcast
Introducing Make it a State Park Summer with Peter Fish from Via Podcast.
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On the latest episode of the Via Podcast, hosts Michelle Donati and Mitti Hicks learn why state parks are their best bet for getting out into nature without the crowds.
Travel journalist and parks expert Peter Fish shares his favorite state parks, the stories behind lesser-known ones, and why you shouldn't judge a park by its name.
Via Podcast is a production of AAA Mountain West Group.
DISCLAIMER: Please note, this is an independent podcast episode not affiliated with, endorsed by, or produced in conjunction with the host podcast feed or any of its media entities. The views and opinions expressed in this episode are solely those of the creators and guests. For any concerns, please reach out to [email protected].
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May 20, 2024Why Houston Janitors Could Be Going on Strike
Over 3,000 janitors in Houston are ready to go on strike, but why? Service Employees International Union’s President Elsa Flores joins host Raheel Ramzanali to explain what their members are currently going through with low pay and not enough hours, what they are bargaining for, and how we can help janitors in our community.
Learn more:
More info on the strike
More info on SEIU
Disaster Recovery Resources
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25min
May 20, 2024 You Might Also Like: The Head Start: Embracing the Journey
Introducing Living with Chronic Migraine in the Grind Culture: A Conversation with Lauren Browning from The Head Start: Embracing the Journey.
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The pressures of hustle culture can be nonstop. In this episode, Nora and guest, Lauren Browning, get vulnerable about navigating Chronic Migraine in the unforgiving and unrelenting world of entrepreneurship. Building a working environment that fits her life, Lauren shares what drove her to create the sustainable swimwear brand, Ricki Beach Club. She talks about bringing your authentic self to your work, even on the most challenging days, and managing her Chronic Migraine from the drawing board to the boardroom.

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DISCLAIMER: Please note, this is an independent podcast episode not affiliated with, endorsed by, or produced in conjunction with the host podcast feed or any of its media entities. The views and opinions expressed in this episode are solely those of the creators and guests. For any concerns, please reach out to [email protected].
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May 17, 2024Mayor’s First Budget, Mike Miles Financial Scandal, and Barge Crash
What. A. Week! From a barge collapsing into a bridge to Mayor Whitmire releasing his new budget, there were a lot of stories impacting Houstonians. Host Raheel Ramzanali is breaking them all down with Pulitzer Prize finalist Evan Mintz. The guys start things off with budget talk and then move to new acquisitions surrounding HISD Superintendent Mike Miles and his former charter schools. Then they’re talking about the passing of an iconic civil rights leader and an update on the HPD suspended cases investigation. And finally, we’re ending the week with our moment of joy!
Featured stories:
Barge strikes bridge
Mayor’s panel on HPD cases reveals findings
Mike Miles denies allegations of illegal financial practices
Mayor Whitmire’s first budget is out
Rev. Bill Lawson dies at age 95
Frank Billingsley is retiring
Fishing content Raheel was talking about
Agenda item 40 gets tagged in council meeting
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22min
May 17, 2024 You Might Also Like: The Run-Through with Vogue
Introducing Sophie Turner Is On the Podcast! from The Run-Through with Vogue.
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Sophie Turner sits down with Chioma to talk about motherhood – including mom shaming and protecting her kids from the public eye. She reveals her favorite Britney Spears song and talks about what she hopes life will be like in her thirties. Also, Chioma at Buckingham Palace and the Gucci Cruise show, all in one week!

DISCLAIMER: Please note, this is an independent podcast episode not affiliated with, endorsed by, or produced in conjunction with the host podcast feed or any of its media entities. The views and opinions expressed in this episode are solely those of the creators and guests. For any concerns, please reach out to [email protected].
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May 16, 2024Human Trafficking in Houston Pt.1: Beyond the Headlines
Houstonians have often heard about sex trafficking and the crimes that come along with it in our city, but there’s another form of human trafficking that isn’t talked about nearly enough. We’re launching our new special series on human trafficking in Houston today by talking to Dr. Mollie Gordon, Medical Director of the Anti-Human Trafficking Program at Baylor College of Medicine, about what’s being done to combat human trafficking, how the city is helping victims, and what we can do to help stop it in the city and surrounding areas.
Featured stories:
Learn more about Dr. Gordon’s work here
For information on getting training or questions on reporting a suspected case of human trafficking, please contact Baylor College of Medicine here:
Phone: (713) 397-1785
Email: [email protected]
News clips used in our intro:
KPRC’s story
Fox 26’s story
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May 16, 2024 You Might Also Like: Murder: True Crime Stories
Introducing The Disappearance: Chandra Levy, Pt. 1 from Murder: True Crime Stories.
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In May 2001, Chandra Levy was in the prime of her life. The 24-year-old was wrapping up a prestigious internship in Washington, D.C, and was about to finish her master's degree. But Chandra was hiding a big secret: an affair with a U.S. Congressman. And then, just a few days before she was supposed to fly home for graduation... she disappeared. Murder: True Crime Stories is part of Crime House Studios. For more, follow us on Instagram @murdertruecrimepod
DISCLAIMER: Please note, this is an independent podcast episode not affiliated with, endorsed by, or produced in conjunction with the host podcast feed or any of its media entities. The views and opinions expressed in this episode are solely those of the creators and guests. For any concerns, please reach out to [email protected].
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May 15, 2024Your Guide To Asian Restaurant Month
Houston’s AAPI communities are a big part of what makes H-Town so great and with that comes the outstanding food! So, to celebrate AAPI Month, host Raheel Ramzanali is talking to Sydney Dao, Chairwoman of the Asian Chamber of Commerce, about Asian Restaurant Month and her favorite spots to try in May.
Try out these spots to celebrate AAPI month:
See the full list of restaurants participating in Asian Restaurant Month
Kiran's
Karne Korean Steakhouse
MaKiin
Tan Tan for Vietnamese and Chinese
Himalaya
Shanghai
Pacha Nikkei
Saigon Hustle
Dak & Bop
Seoulside Wings
OhMyGogi!
Kim Son Buffet
Tea Top
Koffeteria
85 Degree Bakery
Parisian Bakery
Nu Ice
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