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VIDA Fitness, a gym in D.C.’s Logan Circle neighborhood, remains closed indefinitely after yesterday’s mass shooting. 46-year-old condo manager James Stuart was shot and killed there and four others injured in the area by Matt Lambert, a doctor and health executive who owned a million-dollar condo unit above the gym. City Cast’s Emma Uber, Tristan Espinoza and Jaclyn Peiser join me to explain what we know about the shooting, the man who did it and the questions that still remain.  Want some more DC news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter. Leave us a voicemail at: ‪(202) 642-2654‬. You can also become a member, with ad-free listening, for as little as $10 a month. Learn more about the sponsors of this November 13th episode: Gay Men's Chorus of Washington, DC Interested in advertising with City Cast? Find more info HERE.

Introducing Oprah’s Favorite Things: Caregivers Get the Surprise of a Lifetime from The Oprah Podcast. Follow the show: The Oprah Podcast In a special holiday episode Oprah brings back one of her legendary traditions with a live audience: ‘Oprah’s Favorite Things!’ Celebrating the 30th anniversary of the iconic list, Oprah surprises an unsuspecting audience full of caregivers with her must-have gifts for the season. From nurses, hospice workers, EMT’s, firefighters to parents caring for a child with special needs Oprah honors their stories and the compassion they show to others every day. Surprise guests join the celebration including New York Times bestselling author Allen Levi and a live holiday performance from multiple Grammy-winning artist Jacob Collier. Jacob will join Oprah live for her AHA! Show at Sphere in April 2027 in Las Vegas.  Oprah’s Favorite Things list includes little luxuries, cozy comforts, clever finds for friends, family, and everyone in between. All the items featured in this episode are available for purchase on the new ‘Oprah’s Favorite Things’ storefront on Amazon at Amazon.com/oprahsfavoritethings. 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].

Mamta Kafle Bhatt was just 28 years old when she disappeared from her home in the Virginia suburbs in July 2024 — leaving behind an infant daughter. On Tuesday, a jury found her husband, 39-year-old Nuresh Bhatt, guilty of killing his wife, and of dismembering and concealing her body, which has never been found. My City Cast colleague Emma Uber joins me to explain how it all played out, and what it means for Virginia’s Nepali community.   Note: This episode contains descriptions of graphic violence. Want some more DC news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter. Leave us a voicemail at: ‪(202) 642-2654‬. You can also become a member, with ad-free listening, for as little as $10 a month. Learn more about the sponsors of this November 12th episode: Gay Men's Chorus of Washington, DC Interested in advertising with City Cast? Find more info HERE.

Mayor-elect Janeese Lewis George has promised to build 72,000 “homes for all” here in the District. But with the city’s fiscal crisis and developers running scared, encouraging construction won’t be easy. Journalist Matthew Yglesias thinks the key lies in reforming a policy that governs where and how homes can be built in the District. He joins me to explain how that policy has contributed to D.C.’s housing woes and why he thinks JLG should reform it.  Read Matt’s essay: https://capitalcommonsense.com/p/end-inclusionary-zoning  Want some more DC news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter. Leave us a voicemail at: ‪(202) 642-2654‬. You can also become a member, with ad-free listening, for as little as $10 a month. Learn more about the sponsors of this November 11th episode: Gay Men's Chorus of Washington, DC Interested in advertising with City Cast? Find more info HERE.

D.C. leaders want newly elected Democratic governors to call their states’ national guard troops back home from the District. But the Trump administration says not so fast. Instead, Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth has authorized troops to patrol our city in humvees, tactical vehicles, and even boats. POLITICO’s Leo Shane III joins me to explain why, and what it could mean. Read the piece: https://www.politico.com/news/2026/11/05/hegseth-expands-d-c-national-guard-presence-01151398 Want some more DC news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter. Leave us a voicemail at: ‪(202) 642-2654‬. You can also become a member, with ad-free listening, for as little as $10 a month. Learn more about the sponsors of this November 10th episode: Gay Men's Chorus of Washington, DC Interested in advertising with City Cast? Find more info HERE.

After more than 50 years at the Kennedy Center, the Washington National Opera begins its first full season as an independent company. The opera’s general director, Timothy O’Leary, and its artistic director Francesca Zambello, join me to discuss what the pivot means for the company and its artists, how they’re winning audiences back, and what the new season has in store. Want some more DC news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter. Leave us a voicemail at: ‪(202) 642-2654‬. You can also become a member, with ad-free listening, for as little as $10 a month. Learn more about the sponsors of this November 9th episode: Gay Men's Chorus of Washington, DC Interested in advertising with City Cast? Find more info HERE.

It’s fall in D.C., but just this week, cities across the country experienced record-high heat. In Somerville, MA, the city government is realizing that rising temperatures deserve their attention and intervention year round — and they’re running a fun, generous program to help. David is joined by Elyse Belarge from the Somerville Mayor's Office of Sustainability and Environment to talk about the city’s pilot to de-pave and re-vegetate residential lots. Elyse shares the jaw-dropping impact of asphalt-free zones, as well as the joy of taking sledgehammers to driveways in your neighborhood. Mentioned on the show: Cooling East Somerville program and application for residents: https://voice.somervillema.gov/cooling-east-somerville   The Barr Foundation, which funds Somerville’s work as part of a cohort: https://www.barrfoundation.org/climate/initiative/community-heat-resilience/  Is there something your city is doing that we should be talking about? Email David now!  We’re also on Instagram: @yourcitycouldbebetter

This week, the 51st’s Alex Koma and my City Cast colleague Ben Brasch join me to discuss the fight taking shape between Councilmember Christina Henderson and D.C.’s Democratic State Committee over who can fill Robert White’s vacant at-large seat, why Trayon White was invited to speak at the mayor-elect’s celebration, and what’s different about this fall’s AdMo Porchfest. Read Alex’s reporting: https://51st.news/author/alex-koma/  Read Ben’s reporting: https://dc.citycast.fm/authors/ben-brasch  Want some more DC news? Then make sure to sign up for our daily newsletter. You can text us or leave a voicemail at: ‪(202) 642-2654‬. You can also become a member, with ad-free listening, for as little as $10 a month. Learn more about the sponsors of this November 6th episode: Washington National Opera - Use code "CITYCAST" for 20% off your ticket Nace Law Group Roda - Save 20% on maintenance, repairs or detailing with code POD20. Interested in advertising with City Cast? Find more info HERE.

One day after becoming mayor-elect, Janeese Lewis George got right to work announcing the details of her transition team. My colleagues Ben Brasch and Jaclyn Peiser join me to discuss what the early details signal about where the new administration could be headed.  Read Jackie’s reporting: https://dc.citycast.fm/authors/jaclyn-peiser  Read Ben’s reporting: https://dc.citycast.fm/authors/ben-brasch  Want some more DC news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter. Leave us a voicemail at: ‪(202) 642-2654‬. You can also become a member, with ad-free listening, for as little as $10 a month. Learn more about the sponsors of this November 5th episode: Washington National Opera - Use code "CITYCAST" for 20% off your ticket Nace Law Group Roda - Save 20% on maintenance, repairs or detailing with code POD20. Interested in advertising with City Cast? Find more info HERE.

For the first time in over a decade, D.C. residents have elected a new mayor. And a new congressional delegate. The D.C. Council is also welcoming several new council members. City Cast contributor Marc Fisher joins us to discuss what the election results mean for the city. Want some more DC news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter. Leave us a voicemail at: ‪(202) 642-2654‬. You can also become a member, with ad-free listening, for as little as $10 a month. Learn more about the sponsors of this November 4th episode: Washington National Opera - Use code "CITYCAST" for 20% off your ticket Nace Law Group Roda - Save 20% on maintenance, repairs or detailing with code POD20. Interested in advertising with City Cast? Find more info HERE.

Trump's proposed 250-foot arch is currently facing legal challenges. While the courts sort that out, the Post’s Dan Diamond and Jarrett Ley join me to discuss how the arch would change the look of our city if it's built. We’ll dig into their 3D analysis mapping the shadows it could cast over D.C. Read the piece: https://www.washingtonpost.com/investigations/interactive/2026/10/27/trumps-arch-would-cast-shadow-arlington-cemetery/  Want some more DC news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter. Leave us a voicemail at: ‪(202) 642-2654‬. You can also become a member, with ad-free listening, for as little as $10 a month. Learn more about the sponsors of this November 3rd episode: Washington National Opera - Use code "CITYCAST" for 20% off your ticket Nace Law Group Roda - Save 20% on maintenance, repairs or detailing with code POD20. Interested in advertising with City Cast? Find more info HERE.

November is upon us, and fall is in full swing in the nation’s capital. City Cast’s Kaela Cote-Stemmermann joins me to talk about what’s good to eat, drink and do in the city this month. Voting center wait time tracker: https://earlyvoting.dcboe.org/ DCDPW Leaf Collection: https://dpw.dc.gov/leaf   Want some more DC news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter. Leave us a voicemail at: ‪(202) 642-2654‬. You can also become a member, with ad-free listening, for as little as $10 a month. Learn more about the sponsors of this November 2nd episode: Washington National Opera - Use code "CITYCAST" for 20% off your ticket Nace Law Group Roda - Save 20% on maintenance, repairs or detailing with code POD20. Interested in advertising with City Cast? Find more info HERE.

When you think of Waymo, you might not yet think of D.C. But you should definitely be thinking of Austin, Texas. State law governing autonomous vehicles (AVs) supersedes city authority and prevents local governments from regulating AVs, creating areas that have become increasingly attractive to AV companies. City Cast Austin host Miles Bloxson joins Your City Could Better to talk about if this loose regulation is good for Texas, particularly its dense capital city, whether local benefit is a priority for manufacturers at all, and how cities can learn from Austin if a similar influx hits their streets.  Mentioned on the show: City Cast Austin’s episode on AVs regulation: https://austin.citycast.fm/podcasts/are-texas-schools-using-ai-to-ban-books-plus-driverless-cars-in-austin-and-new-michelin-stars  Waymo blocking emergency response to Austin shooting: https://www.axios.com/local/austin/2026/03/02/waymo-vehicle-blocks-ems-austin-mass-shooting  The city of Austin’s public dashboard tracking incidents involving AVs: https://austin.maps.arcgis.com/apps/dashboards/dbd59d9b20634de1afad32a8267b739b# Is there something your city is doing that we should be talking about? Email David now!  We’re also on Instagram: @yourcitycouldbebetter Looking to advertise on Your City Could Be Better? Check out our options.

This week, Axios’ Anna Spiegel and the Washington Sun’s Zara Norman join me to discuss DC at-large Democratic Councilmember Robert White's resignation, the controversial bill to help people pay rent if they’ve fallen behind, and a possible lawsuit over the proposed D.C. foie gras ban. Plus, in a member’s only fourth segment, City Cast’s Kate Corliss weighs in on the best events happening around town this Halloween. Read Zara’s reporting: https://www.washingtonsun.com/zara-norman  Read Anna’s reporting: https://www.axios.com/authors/aspiegel  Our guide to Halloweekend in DC: https://dc.citycast.fm/neighborhood-guides/dc-halloween-guide-2026  Want some more DC news? Then make sure to sign up for our daily newsletter. You can text us or leave a voicemail at: ‪(202) 642-2654‬. You can also become a member, with ad-free listening, for as little as $10 a month. Learn more about the sponsors of this October 30th episode: Pinky Swear Productions - Use code "Crambone" to get $10 off the ticket price! Washington National Opera - Use code "CITYCAST" for 20% off your ticket Interested in advertising with City Cast? Find more info HERE.

The Revada Arts Center is now open in Southwest, and it's not your average arts venue. It's a theatre company, an indie film house and an experimental opera company all at once. Shanara Gabrielle, executive artistic director of Theater Alliance, joins me to discuss how the space came to be, their plans for the future, and how the new venture could breathe more life into the city’s arts scene. Want some more DC news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter. Leave us a voicemail at: ‪(202) 642-2654‬. You can also become a member, with ad-free listening, for as little as $10 a month. Learn more about the sponsors of this October 29th episode: Pinky Swear Productions - Use code "Crambone" to get $10 off the ticket price! Washington National Opera - Use code "CITYCAST" for 20% off your ticket Interested in advertising with City Cast? Find more info HERE.