City Cast Madison

This week on the Friday news roundup, host Bianca Martin talks with Madison Ald. MGR Govindarajan about his efforts to formally censure fellow Ald. Charles Myadze following allegations of sexual harassment and assault. Executive producer Hayley Sperling has the latest on a Minnesota lawsuit that involves Madison Superintendent Joe Gothard. And Newsletter Editor Rob Thomas gives the team an update on some local restaurants.

Mentioned on the show:

Why So Many Public Officials Have Called For a Madison Alder’s Resignation [ 🎧City Cast Madison]

MPD asks hunters to keep an eye out for missing person during gun deer season [Channel 3000]

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Introducing So, Are We Buying Guns Now? from Hysteria.

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While Trump is busy casting his cabinet and staff picks with former reality stars, Fox News hosts, sex pests, and even some of America’s Worst Women, Alyssa and Erin are here to keep you posted. They discuss the rights and wrongs of the women Trump picked and question who will even make it to the inauguration. Then they ponder the question on a lot of our minds right now: is it time to buy a gun? Finally, they discuss the ways to prepare mentally and physically for a second Trump presidency without descending into doomsday prepping madness.

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Trump names former Rep. Tulsi Gabbard for director of national intelligence (NPR 11/13)

Rancher, Politician, Trump Ally: Who Is Kristi Noem, the Homeland Security Pick? (NYT 11/13)

5 things you need to know about Susie Wiles (Politico 11/8)

Trump names Karoline Leavitt as youngest ever White House press secretary (AP 11/15)

Meet the billionaires leading Trump’s transition team (Politico 11/07)

What to know about the Matt Gaetz allegations (BBC 11/18)

Should women be allowed to fight on the front lines? Trump’s defense pick reignites the debate (AP 11/18)

Duckworth on Hegseth speaking out against women in combat: ‘Where do you think I lost my legs?’ (The Hill 11/14)

The USPS will honor Betty White with her own stamp in 2025 (NPR 11/17)Buying a Gun Won’t Save You (Jezebel 11/15)

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Turkey, stuffing, potatoes, and don’t forget the cranberry sauce! Thanksgiving is nearly here and if even the thought of cooking a big meal is stressing you out, sit back and relax because there are plenty of local spots that will help you out. To get a rundown of who’s serving dinner on the holiday and who’s got take-and-bake offerings, Executive Producer Hayley Sperling spoke with freelance reporter Nicole Haase who recently rounded up these local spots for the Cap Times.

Looking for more options? We’ve got you covered.

Join us every Thursday as we explore Madison's food culture, from the brewers and bakers to the chefs and cheesemakers.

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Introducing Gas & Bloating: the causes & how to stop it from ZOE Science & Nutrition.

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Most of us are familiar with the unpleasant feeling of being bloated. It can happen after eating specific foods or when you experience slower bowel movements. Sometimes, it can be a symptom of an underlying health condition. 

To take a closer look at issues related to gas and bloating, we’ve invited a special guest this week: superstar gastroenterologist and Zoe’s US Medical Director Will Bulsiewicz.

In today’s short episode of ZOE Science & Nutrition, Jonathan and Will ask: what are the main causes of gas bloating and how do we stop it?

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Not every city has independent police oversight agencies with the power to subpoena, but Madison does. Empowering these agencies, though, takes resources—something the 2025 city budget won’t be able to provide fully. Host Bianca Martin sits down with Greg Gelembiuk, data analyst at Madison’s Office of the Independent Monitor (OIM), to discuss what makes Madison’s police accountability agencies so unique and what these agencies need from their fellow Madisonians. 

Mentioned on the show:

Police Accountability Is at Stake in Madison’s 2025 Budget [Tone Madison]

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Introducing S5:E4 Digital Health: Transforming Care, Improving Access from Unseen Upside: Investments Beyond Their Returns.

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How will evolving digital technologies impact healthcare delivery, patient experience, and access to care?

According to new venture-backed companies, they can advance health equity, democratize access, and empower individuals to take control of their health journey. Alongside industry pioneers and investors, we explore digital health advancements such as telemedicine, remote monitoring, and data-driven diagnostics that are all working to improve healthcare efficiencies.

Join us as we uncover the potential of these technologies to improve healthcare outcomes for all.

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Cambridge Associates is a global investment firm that works with endowments, foundations, healthcare systems, pension plans, and private clients to implement and manage custom investment portfolios that aim to generate outperformance and maximize their impact on the world. Cambridge Associates delivers a range of portfolio management services, including outsourced CIO, non-discretionary portfolio management, staff extension, and asset class mandates.

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Love it or hate it, Madison is in a building boom. As our city continues to grow, we wanted to take stock of the places and spaces we hold dear by reflecting on Madison’s most iconic architecture. In this special installment of Must See Madison, the City Cast Madison team rounds up our favorite old and new buildings, and throws in a few wild cards.

Want more? Check out our previous building roundup. Plus, take a deep dive into the new WYSO building. [ 🎧City Cast Madison]

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Introducing Conquer IBS: 3 steps to healthier digestion from ZOE Science & Nutrition.

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Irritable bowel syndrome (IBS) is a lot more common than you might think. In fact, it affects 1 in 10 people globally. Yet there are still a lot of questions about why it occurs and how best to treat it. 

Could new research connecting gut health to mental health help us unravel its mysteries?

In today’s short episode of ZOE Science & Nutrition, Jonathan and Dr. Will ask: What exactly is IBS, and how does it connect to our brains? 

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Wild turkeys were nearly hunted to extinction in Wisconsin in the late 19th century. But now, it’s a great time to be a wild turkey in the Dairy State. Thanks to conservation efforts in the 1970s, wild turkeys are back and have adapted to our urban environment better than ever. UW-Madison wildlife ecology Professor David Drake joins host Bianca Martin to dive into the lives of the turkeys all around us. 

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Introducing Trump's YOLO Cabinet from Pod Save America.

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Donald Trump goes all in on naming his biggest political boosters to Cabinet posts, whether they're qualified or not (they're not!). Trump wants alleged sex offender Matt Gaetz for Attorney General, vaccine skeptic RFK Jr. for HHS Secretary, dictator sympathizer Tulsi Gabbard for Director of National Intelligence, Fox News host Pete Hegseth for Secretary of Defense, and Elon Musk and Vivek Ramaswamy for the newly invented Department of Government Efficiency. Jon and Dan discuss the odds of Senate Republicans blocking any of these nominations, why Trump picked them in the first place, and how Democrats can respond without defending the status quo. Then, Jon sits down with Senator-elect Andy Kim of New Jersey to talk about how Democrats can listen and learn after the election, what Kim thinks of Trump's Cabinet picks so far, and learning to be comfortable with uncomfortable politics.

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