City Cast Boise

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  • City Cast Boise is the daily news podcast that connects us to the city we love. With a companion newsletter, it’s the place where curiosity and passion for Boise meet. Every weekday morning, our hosts will introduce you to your neighbors — from newcomers to born-and-raised Boiseans. It’s like eavesdropping on a great conversation overheard at your favorite downtown coffee shop, except in this case you’re invited to join in. We’ll engage with you online and on the podcast, with stories that spark passion and delight — but sometimes also frustration and anger. With a clear-eyed vision of the challenges and triumphs of our rapidly changing Boise, the podcast will make you feel more connected to this city we share.
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Episodes
  • School Choice Clears Senate, Medicaid in Danger, Plus Free Speech Fights

    School Choice Clears Senate, Medicaid in Danger, Plus Free Speech Fights
    Feb 24 2025
    A bill that school choice advocates in the legislature have championed just needs Idaho Gov. Brad Little’s signature to become law, after getting a boost from President Donald Trump. What does this mean for public education? Meanwhile, a bill that could leave thousands of Idahoans without health care is gaining traction. Host Lindsay Van Allen is getting the latest on what’s happening at the statehouse from Boise State Public Radio political reporter Jimmy Dawson. And if Lindsay had her way, which bill from on tap would she sign into law? Want some more Boise news? Head over to our Hey Boise newsletter where you’ll get a cheatsheet to the city every weekday morning. Learn more about the sponsor of this February 24th episode: Inn at 500 Babbel - Get up to 60% off at Babbel.com/CITYCAST Interested in advertising with City Cast Boise? Find more info HERE. Reach us at boise@citycast.fm. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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    27 mins
  • DOGE Cuts Hit Idaho, Ten Commandments in Schools, and a Library Victory

    DOGE Cuts Hit Idaho, Ten Commandments in Schools, and a Library Victory
    Feb 21 2025
    Federal job cuts arrived this week, so we’re sorting through what we know and don’t know about how the layoffs will affect Boiseans. Host Lindsay Van Allen is chatting with political scientist Charlie Hunt about what Elon Musk is probably getting wrong about public land workers. Meanwhile, state lawmakers are making moves that could ban Pride flags from government buildings, while trying to force schools to display the Ten Commandments. If you’re interested in Charlie’s pick of the week, here’s more info on the City of Boise’s Pollinator Posse. Want some more Boise news? Head over to our Hey Boise newsletter where you’ll get a cheatsheet to the city every weekday morning. Learn more about the sponsor of this February 21st episode: Inn at 500 Babbel - Get up to 60% off at Babbel.com/CITYCAST Interested in advertising with City Cast Boise? Find more info HERE. Reach us at boise@citycast.fm. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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    32 mins
  • Is Religion in Idaho Politics Actually a Good Thing?

    Is Religion in Idaho Politics Actually a Good Thing?
    Feb 20 2025
    Christian nationalism keeps making headlines, but it’s not the only way faith shows up in Idaho politics. Progressive ministers like Rev. Sara LaWall from the Boise Unitarian Universalist Fellowship are using their voices to fight for liberal policies at the statehouse. But are lawmakers listening? We’re exploring how LaWall keeps the faith against daunting odds. Want some more Boise culture and news stories? Head over to our Hey Boise newsletter where you’ll get a guide to the city every weekday morning. Learn more about the sponsor of this February 20th episode: Inn at 500 Babbel - Get up to 60% off at Babbel.com/CITYCAST Interested in advertising with City Cast Boise? Find more info HERE. Reach us at boise@citycast.fm. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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    25 mins

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