City Cast Seattle

By City Cast

Join Jane C. Hu and the City Cast Seattle team every weekday morning as we explore the most interesting stories about our city. It’s an informative daily podcast for all Seattleites, whether you're a ... more

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How many episodes does City Cast Seattle have?

The podcast currently has 77 episodes available.

City Cast Seattle episodes:

January 15, 2026 Local ICE Pressure, Vinyl Train Seats, and U District Challenges
Today, Jane is joined by contributor Chase Hutchinson and Creative Producer Liam Billingham for a grab bag of political topics, including the breaking story about Katie Wilson’s daycare campaign fine, pressure on lawmakers about ICE, and the surprising results from a survey about who thinks we should tax millionaires. They also talk about recent upgrades to transportation, closures in the U District, and (dragon) scorching hot takes on Game of Thrones!

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Seattle Cider Company
Old Stove Brewing
Want to get in touch? Follow us @CityCastSeattle on Instagram, or email us at [email protected]. You can also call or text us at 206-880-3931.

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January 14, 2026 Inside Seattle's Biggest Debates: Protecting Resident Data from ICE, Food Vendor Safety, and Sanctuary Status
Today on City Cast Seattle, Jane and contributor Guy Oron speak with King County councilmember Teresa Mosqueda. Over the last few months on City Cast, we’ve discussed food vendors and labor, immigration, and how the federal government’s actions are affecting our local communities. So, Councilmember Mosqueda joins the show to discuss food safety and storefront signage for labor violations, what it really means to be a sanctuary city and county, and some of her favorite hidden gems in District 8.
Learn more about the sponsors of this January 14th episode
Seattle Cider Company
Old Stove Brewing
Want to get in touch? Follow us @CityCastSeattle on Instagram, or email us at [email protected]. You can also call or text us at 206-880-3931.

For more Seattle news, make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter, City Cast Seattle.

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34min
January 13, 2026 Seattle Protests ICE, a Face Covering Ban for Law Enforcement, and PNW Westerns
Today on the podcast, Jane is joined by contributor Hannah Krieg and Creative Producer Sam J Leeds to discuss the latest from the ICE protests here in Seattle. Also, the new legislative session begins this week. We discuss a proposed ban on face coverings for law enforcement, as well as the first WA public bank. Finally, Jane chats with Ryan Saunders about the new SIFF film series ‘The Pacific Northwestern,’ featuring westerns filmed here in the PNW. Creative Producer Liam Billingham joins to nerd out with Ryan and Jane.

Learn more about the sponsors of this January 13th episode
Seattle Cider Company
Old Stove Brewing
Want to get in touch? Follow us @CityCastSeattle on Instagram, or email us at [email protected]. You can also call or text us at 206-880-3931.

For more Seattle news, make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter, City Cast Seattle.

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38min
January 12, 2026 Is Green Lake Too Dark? Plus, Seattle’s Most Beloved Troll
Today on the podcast, Jane and producer Sam interview a very special guest: Steve Badanes, the architect who designed and built the legendary Fremont Troll. Steve shares the inside scoop on all the troll’s lore, and gets into the past and future of public art in Seattle. But first, Jane, Sam, and Producer Liam debate how much light Green Lake needs.

Learn more about the sponsors of this January 12th episode
Seattle Cider Company
Old Stove Brewing

Want to get in touch? Follow us @CityCastSeattle on Instagram, or email us at [email protected]. You can also call or text us at 206-880-3931.

For more Seattle news, make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter, City Cast Seattle.

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36min
January 09, 2026 Seattle Reacts to ICE Killing, Three Pieces of Good News, and Why Jane Recommends Staring at a Wall
Today on the podcast, Jane and contributors Guy Oron and Marcus Harrison Green share an update from the ICE killing of 37-year-old Renee Good, based on the eye-witness accounts from our colleagues at City Cast Twin Cities. The three also talk about ICE’s impact on Washington, how Seattleites are responding, and what our elected officials have to say. Then Jane discusses some local good news making headlines this week, from affordable housing to Uwajimaya’s return to Tacoma. Tune in to find out why Jane recommends staring at a wall and why Marcus is “aiming for pathetic” in 2026.

Learn more about the sponsors of this January 9th episode
Seattle Art Museum
Seattle Cider Company
Teatro Zinzanni
Old Stove Brewing

Want to get in touch? Follow us @CityCastSeattle on Instagram, or email us at [email protected]. You can also call or text us at 206-880-3931.

For more Seattle news, make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter, City Cast Seattle.

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35min
January 08, 2026 SIFF Layoffs, Alaska Bets Big on Boeing, and Why “Cool Coffee” is Out
Today on City Cast Seattle, contributor Chase Hutchinson and producer Liam Billingham chat with Jane about the unfortunate layoffs at SIFF, ideas for how to make moviegoing better, Alaska’s big order for 110 planes from Boeing, and what that might mean for local air travel. Plus, why it’s time to retire the cool, trendy, way-too-busy coffee shop of yore.
Learn more about the sponsors of this January 8th episode
Seattle Art Museum
Seattle Cider Company
Teatro Zinzanni
Old Stove Brewing
Want to get in touch? Follow us @CityCastSeattle on Instagram, or email us at [email protected]. You can also call or text us at 206-880-3931.

For more Seattle news, make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter, City Cast Seattle.

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January 07, 2026 City Superheroes, 2026 Bingo, and the Truth About Seattle Drug Enforcement
Today on City Cast Seattle, contributors Lex Vaughn and Brett Hamil join Jane to talk about the confusion and media firestorm around drug enforcement during the first week under Mayor Wilson and City Attorney Evans. Then, Jane asks the essential question: Does Seattle need a brigade of superheroes, and what happened to the Rain City Superhero Movement of the 2010s? Plus, the three talk about 2026 predictions via a game of bingo.

Learn more about the sponsors of this January 7th episode
Seattle Art Museum
Seattle Cider Company
Teatro Zinzanni
Old Stove Brewing

Want to get in touch? Follow us @CityCastSeattle on Instagram, or email us at [email protected]. You can also call or text us at 206-880-3931.

For more Seattle news, make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter, City Cast Seattle.

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30min
January 06, 2026 Local Venezuela Protests, Ferguson’s Millionaire Tax, and Is Divine Intervention Helping the Seahawks?
Today on City Cast Seattle, contributor Hannah Krieg talks about Seattleites taking to the streets to protest the US military action in Venezuela and the vibes at Katie Wilson’s swearing-in ceremony. Then, executive producer Ashley Smith catches Jane up on everything happening with the Seahawks. Plus, Governor Ferguson’s millionaire tax, and whether it will help our ferry system.

Learn more about the sponsors of this January 6th episode
Seattle Art Museum
Seattle Cider Company
Teatro Zinzanni
Old Stove Brewing

Want to get in touch? Follow us @CityCastSeattle on Instagram, or email us at [email protected]. You can also call or text us at 206-880-3931.

For more Seattle news, make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter, City Cast Seattle.

Looking to advertise on City Cast Seattle? Check out our options for podcast and newsletter ads at citycast.fm/advertise.
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28min
January 05, 2026 What U.S. Cities Will Be Talking About in 2026 (Including Seattle)
Nobody understands a city’s pulse quite like a City Cast host — and that makes them the best predictors for 2026’s biggest local stories. City Cast Seattle host Jane C. Hue joins CEO David Plotz and the other 12 hosts from across the network to talk about the big changes coming to our cities, from political shifts to data centers.
Learn more about the sponsors of this January 5th episode
⁠⁠Seattle Art Museum⁠⁠
⁠⁠Seattle Cider Company⁠⁠
⁠⁠Teatro Zinzanni⁠⁠
⁠⁠Old Stove Brewing⁠⁠
Want to get in touch? Follow us @CityCastSeattle on ⁠⁠Instagram⁠⁠, or email us at ⁠⁠[email protected]⁠⁠. You can also call or text us at 206-880-3931.
For more Seattle news, make sure to ⁠⁠sign up⁠⁠ for our morning newsletter, City Cast Seattle.
Looking to advertise on City Cast Seattle? Check out our options for podcast and newsletter ads at⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠citycast.fm/advertise⁠⁠.
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58min
January 02, 2026 Your Guide to January in Seattle
Today on City Cast Seattle, the team gets together to tell you about what they are doing this January, and what you should be doing too. Highlights include mending night, western films, junk journaling, repair club, Monster Jam, udon noodles, jazz bars, and a bunch of other fun ways to spend the month!
Learn more about the sponsors of this January 2nd episode
Seattle Art Museum
Seattle Cider Company
Want to get in touch? Follow us @CityCastSeattle on Instagram, or email us at [email protected]. You can also call or text us at 206-880-3931.

For more Seattle news, make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter, City Cast Seattle.

Looking to advertise on City Cast Seattle? Check out our options for podcast and newsletter ads at citycast.fm/advertise.
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34min

FAQs about City Cast Seattle:

How many episodes does City Cast Seattle have?

The podcast currently has 77 episodes available.