City Cast Portland

Today we're talking about why the director for Multnomah County's Preschool for All abruptly resigned, Mayor Keith Wilson's executive order to comply with the Trump administration's mandates on diversity, equity, and inclusion, the Portland Pickles' lawsuit against Disney, and so much more. Joining host Claudia Meza on this midweek roundup is executive producer John Notarianni.  Discussed in Today's Episode:   Portland Violated Former Commissioner Rene Gonzalez's Constitutional Rights, Judge Finds [OPB] Preschool for All Director Resigns After Being Tied to Preschool Accused of ‘Wasteful' Spending [Oregonian] ‘Underwhelming': Portland City Councilor Slams Mayor for Complying With Trump's DEI Policy [KOIN]  How Disney May Have Just Gotten Itself out of a Trademark Infringement Portland Pickle [Oregonian] Become a member of City Cast Portland today! Get all the details and sign up here.  Who would you like to hear on City Cast Portland? Shoot us an email at portland@citycast.fm, or leave us a voicemail at 503-208-5448. Want more Portland news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter, Hey Portland, and be sure to follow us on Instagram.  Looking to advertise on City Cast Portland? Check out our options for podcast and newsletter ads at citycast.fm/advertise. Learn more about the sponsors of this August 6th episode: Rose City Comic Con PaintCare Oregon Coast Visitors Association OMSI Biketown PDX - Use code CITYCAST25 for a free unlock Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The annual Perseids meteor shower is reaching its peak next week, and in case you weren't aware, Oregon is a great place for stargazing. We actually have some of the darkest skies in the entire world! Today, Norther Emily of Wild Solitude Guiding is here to share some of the best spots for catching the meteor shower, and even offer a few tips for learning more about stargazing here in the city. Discussed in today's show: DarkSky International-certified locations in Oregon Wild Solitude Guiding's Silent Night Walks Rose City Astronomers Become a member of City Cast Portland today! Get all the details and sign up here.  Who would you like to hear on City Cast Portland? Shoot us an email at portland@citycast.fm, or leave us a voicemail at 503-208-5448. Want more Portland news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter, Hey Portland, and be sure to follow us on Instagram.  Looking to advertise on City Cast Portland? Check out our options for podcast and newsletter ads at citycast.fm/advertise. Learn more about the sponsors of this August 5th episode: Rose City Comic Con PaintCare Oregon Coast Visitors Association OMSI Biketown PDX - Use code CITYCAST25 for a free unlock Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In the ten years since the Portland Pickles collegiate baseball team was founded, they've quickly become an integral part of Portland culture. Today, we're getting you ready for your first Pickles game, because we're presenting the Pickles' last regular season game this Thursday. Portland Pickles General Manager Courtney Schmidt is here to bring us all up to speed on how watching a collegiate-level baseball team became one Portland's favorite pastimes, and what to expect at the Keep Portland Weird night!  Join City Cast Portland at the Portland Pickles' "Keep Portland Weird Night," this Thursday, August 7! Tickets available here. Become a member of City Cast Portland today! Get all the details and sign up here.  Who would you like to hear on City Cast Portland? Shoot us an email at portland@citycast.fm, or leave us a voicemail at 503-208-5448. Want more Portland news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter, Hey Portland, and be sure to follow us on Instagram.  Looking to advertise on City Cast Portland? Check out our options for podcast and newsletter ads at citycast.fm/advertise. Learn more about the sponsors of this August 4th episode: Rose City Comic Con PaintCare Oregon Coast Visitors Association OMSI Biketown PDX - Use code CITYCAST25 for a free unlock Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

A death in police custody has reignited the debate over reform. Community members are speaking out against new overnight shelters. And the Lloyd Center's found new life as a kind of post-capitalist creative utopia. Joining executive producer John Notarianni on this week's Friday news roundup are KBOO news director Althea Billings and Stumptown Savings founder Bryan M. Vance. Discussed in this week's episode: Portland Police Union Criticizes City Leaders for ‘False Binary' Between Police and Portland Street Response [OPB] Portland Will Open Its Third Overnight Shelter Next Week. Here's What Guests Will Actually Get [Oregonian] Portland Mayor Wilson's Shelter Plan Received With Skepticism at Neighborhood Forum [OPB] 5 ways a 65-Year-Old Mall Has Become Portland's Coolest Hangout Spot, for Now [Oregonian] City Cast is HIRING! City Cast Twin Cities and City Cast Seattle are launching this fall — we are seeking a host, creative producers, an audience development manager, and a senior account executive for each team. Check out our jobs page for more info.  Become a member of City Cast Portland today! Get all the details and sign up here.  Who would you like to hear on City Cast Portland? Shoot us an email at portland@citycast.fm, or leave us a voicemail at 503-208-5448. Want more Portland news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter, Hey Portland, and be sure to follow us on Instagram.  Looking to advertise on City Cast Portland? Check out our options for podcast and newsletter ads at citycast.fm/advertise. Learn more about the sponsors of this August 1st episode: Rose City Comic Con PaintCare Oregon Coast Visitors Association Cathedral Park Cohousing Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Whether you're watching an outdoor movie or hanging out with the City Cast Portland crew at the last Portland Pickles game of the season, August offers plenty of opportunities to end your summer on a high note. City Cast Portland has handpicked the absolute best of the month's food, entertainment, and community happenings to help you narrow down your plans to this month's must-dos — like surveying your neighborhood for streetside fruit trees. Plus, a bonus suggestion from our episode archive: Portland's Favorite Parks If you're new here, welcome! We've put together a starter pack for you, with episodes and articles to welcome you to the City Cast Portland community.  For even more tips on how to make the most of August in Portland, check out Hey Portland's take on what to do this month.  City Cast Portland is also powered by our members, who enjoy an ad-free version of the show. Find out more about how to become a member of City Cast Portland. Interested in advertising with City Cast? Find more info here.  Reach us at portland@citycast.fm.  Learn more about the sponsors of this July 31st episode: Rose City Comic Con PaintCare Oregon Coast Visitors Association Cathedral Park Cohousing Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

We're in an ideal location to pick up fishing as a hobby: Oregon offers year-round opportunities to catch a ton of different kinds of fish, in nearby rivers, mountain lakes, or even the Pacific Ocean. But where do you start? And what fish are safe or even legal to eat? Today, executive producer John Notarianni talks with local fishing legend Keevin “Crappie Killa" Collier. He's going to set us up with all we need to know to get our first catch: the gear, the locations, and even some cooking tips. Discussed in today's episode: Blue Lake Regional Park Henry Hagg Lake Duckworth Dock ODFW Licensing Information ODFW Fishing Species Crappie Killa Bait Co. Become a member of City Cast Portland today! Get all the details and sign up here.  Who would you like to hear on City Cast Portland? Shoot us an email at portland@citycast.fm, or leave us a voicemail at 503-208-5448. Want more Portland news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter, Hey Portland, and be sure to follow us on Instagram.  Looking to advertise on City Cast Portland? Check out our options for podcast and newsletter ads at citycast.fm/advertise. If you enjoyed today's interview with Kenai-Red Fish Company's Founder, Clint Benson, learn more here. Learn more about the other sponsors of this July 30th episode: Rose City Comic Con PaintCare Oregon Coast Visitors Association Cathedral Park Cohousing Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Albina Vision Trust has a bold mission: to redevelop 94 acres of Lower Albina, the historic heart of Portland's Black community. The nonprofit has made major strides since it was founded in 2018, but now one of its key projects is in jeopardy, thanks to a sudden move from the Trump administration. Today, executive producer John Notarianni talks with Albina Vision Trust's JT Flowers about his organization's efforts to revitalize one of Portland's most complex and symbolic neighborhoods. Become a member of City Cast Portland today! Get all the details and sign up here.  Who would you like to hear on City Cast Portland? Shoot us an email at portland@citycast.fm, or leave us a voicemail at 503-208-5448. Want more Portland news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter, Hey Portland, and be sure to follow us on Instagram.  Looking to advertise on City Cast Portland? Check out our options for podcast and newsletter ads at citycast.fm/advertise. Learn more about the sponsors of this July 29 episode: Rose City Comic Con PaintCare Oregon Coast Visitors Association Cathedral Park Cohousing Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Two big bills focusing on mental health passed in the legislature last month, aiming to reform our state's civil commitment process and expand mental health treatment facilities. Today, we're revisiting a conversation with KOIN investigative reporter Elise Haas about what the new legislation will do, and why some still oppose it.  This episode first aired on March 12, 2025 If you or anyone you know is struggling with thoughts of suicide, you can always call the Suicide & Crisis Lifeline at 988. There's help available 24 hours a day.  Become a member of City Cast Portland today! Get all the details and sign up here.  Who would you like to hear on City Cast Portland? Shoot us an email at portland@citycast.fm, or leave us a voicemail at 503-208-5448. Want more Portland news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter, Hey Portland, and be sure to follow us on Instagram.  Looking to advertise on City Cast Portland? Check out our options for podcast and newsletter ads at citycast.fm/advertise. Learn more about the sponsors of this July 28th episode: Rose City Comic Con PaintCare Oregon Coast Visitors Association Cathedral Park Cohousing Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Portland Public Schools' new board is facing an uphill battle, local farms are grappling with potential new restrictions, and Gov. Tina Kotek is proposing a new financial strategy to keep ODOT afloat. Joining host Claudia Meza for the Friday news round-up are Willamette Week reporter and author, Brianna Wheeler, and our executive producer, John Notarianni. Discussed in Today's Episode: Claudia Meza Brings Humor and Precision to City Cast Podcast [Willamette Week] At Portland Public Schools, a ‘Mom Takeover' and a Brewing Storm [Oregonian

Portland's got a robust cycling community, which is epitomized by the annual World Naked Bike Ride. But this year, things are getting a little complicated: Portland is set to host two naked bike rides, just weeks apart. And let's just say, there's some tension over which one counts as the real naked bike ride and how we ended up here in the first place. Today on City Cast Portland, Willamette Week arts and culture reporter Rachel Saslow joins executive producer John Notarianni to break it all down. Discussed in Today's Episode: After a Crack in Leadership, Dueling World Naked Bike Rides Are Now Scheduled in Portland This Summer [Willamette Week]  Portland World Naked Bike Ride Announces Grant Park as Starting Location [Willamette Week]  Portland World Naked Bike Ride (on July 26) World Naked Bike Ride Portland (on August 9) Become a member of City Cast Portland today! Get all the details and sign up here.  Who would you like to hear on City Cast Portland? Shoot us an email at portland@citycast.fm, or leave us a voicemail at 503-208-5448. Want more Portland news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter, Hey Portland, and be sure to follow us on Instagram.  Looking to advertise on City Cast Portland? Check out our options for podcast and newsletter ads at citycast.fm/advertise. Learn more about the sponsors of this July 24th episode: Babbel - Get up to 60% off at Babbel.com/CITYCAST PaintCare Oregon Health Authority Cascadia Getaways Oregon Coast Visitors Association Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

This week, the first signs of local fallout from federal Medicaid cuts hit Portland, Damian Lillard returns to the Trailblazers, the impending closure of a Northeast Portland Fred Meyer, and should rental units be required to have AC? Plus, we're digging into our listener mailbag. Joining executive producer John Notarianni for this midweek roundup of news is senior producer Giulia Fiaoni. Discussed in Today's Episode: CareOregon Lays Off 80 Employees, Eliminates Vacant Positions [Oregonian]  Damian Lillard Officially Signs Contract To Return to Trail Blazers [Oregonian

A new report reveals that the Portland area spent over $700 million on homeless services last year. But despite the urgency of the issue and the increased investment, one estimate shows deaths among Portlanders experiencing homelessness quadrupled between 2019 and 2023. Today on City Cast Portland, Street Roots editor in chief K. Rambo, who worked on the story in collaboration with ProPublica, breaks down their reporting on the spike in deaths.  Discussed in Today's Episode: Portland Said It Was Investing in Homeless People's Safety. Deaths Have Quadrupled. [ProPublica]  Become a member of City Cast Portland today! Get all the details and sign up here.  Who would you like to hear on City Cast Portland? Shoot us an email at portland@citycast.fm, or leave us a voicemail at 503-208-5448. Want more Portland news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter, Hey Portland, and be sure to follow us on Instagram.  Looking to advertise on City Cast Portland? Check out our options for podcast and newsletter ads at citycast.fm/advertise. Learn more about the sponsors of this July 22nd episode: Babbel - Get up to 60% off at Babbel.com/CITYCAST PaintCare Oregon Health Authority Cascadia Getaways Oregon Coast Visitors Association Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

When it comes to planning the perfect summer date, there are limitless options for places to go and explore. Today on City Cast Portland, host Claudia Meza talks with resident fun expert and author of the official The Portland Book of Dates, Eden Dawn. She's got ideas for your next summer date – whether in town, on a day trip, or an overnighter somewhere magical – with a friend, lover, or anything in between.  Mentioned in Today's Episode: Crystal Springs Rhododendron Garden Villa Catalana Cellars Suavie Island Topaz Farms Lost Lake  Hood River Fruit Loop Tunnel Beach  Hug Point Oswald West State Park  Short Sand Beach  Oysterville Become a member of City Cast Portland today! Get all the details and sign up here.  Who would you like to hear on City Cast Portland? Shoot us an email at portland@citycast.fm, or leave us a voicemail at 503-208-5448. Want more Portland news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter, Hey Portland, and be sure to follow us on Instagram.  Looking to advertise on City Cast Portland? Check out our options for podcast and newsletter ads at citycast.fm/advertise. Learn more about the sponsors of this July 21st episode: Babbel - Get up to 60% off at Babbel.com/CITYCAST PaintCare Oregon Health Authority Cascadia Getaways Oregon Coast Visitors Association Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The socialist caucus at Portland City Council may be shaping the future of the city. The city is also seeking to expel ICE from the South Waterfront. We also looked at the Portland Parks & Recreation director's resignation, the new WNBA team, and shady towing practices. Joining host Claudia Meza on this week's Friday news roundup are Willamette Week City Hall reporter Sophie Peel and senior producer Giulia Fiaoni. Discussed in Today's Episode: One Thing Has Changed at Portland City Hall: The Socialists Are Setting the Agenda [Willamette Week] Portland City Council Looking for Means To Expel ICE From South Waterfront [Willamette Week] ‘Arrest First and Justify Later': Oregon Judge Orders Asylum Seeker Released [OPB]  Parent Detained by Immigration Authorities in Beaverton School Parking Lot [Oregonian]  Portland Fire: WNBA Expansion Team Unveils Name, Logo for 2026 Debut [Oregonian] Portland Parks Director Resigns, Will Receive Six-Figure Severance [Oregonian] Owners of Disabled Vehicles Can Face Widely Disparate Charges When Portland Police Call for a Private Request Tow [City of Portland] Become a member of City Cast Portland today! Get all the details and sign up here.  Who would you like to hear on City Cast Portland? Shoot us an email at portland@citycast.fm, or leave us a voicemail at 503-208-5448. Want more Portland news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter, Hey Portland, and be sure to follow us on Instagram.  Looking to advertise on City Cast Portland? Check out our options for podcast and newsletter ads at citycast.fm/advertise. Learn more about the sponsors of this July 18th episode: Visit Walla Walla World Forestry Center Montavilla Jazz Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Portland has plenty of options when it comes to breakfast. You can pick up some pastries at an award-winning bakery or stand in line for brunch in just about every neighborhood. But what about breakfast sandwiches? Today on City Cast Portland, host Claudia Meza joins producers John Notarianni, Giulia Fiaoni, and you, our listeners, to talk about Portland's best breakfast sandwiches – from the tastiest sauce to the ultimate hangover cure. Some Places Discussed in Today's Episode: Pie Spot Great North Coffee Fried Egg I'm In Love Kind Coffee Podnah's Pit Dawnbringer Sincerely, Bagel ROAM Better Half PDX Two of Us Rad Magic Subs Picone's Become a member of City Cast Portland today! Get all the details and sign up here.  Who would you like to hear on City Cast Portland? Shoot us an email at portland@citycast.fm, or leave us a voicemail at 503-208-5448. Want more Portland news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter, Hey Portland, and be sure to follow us on Instagram.  Looking to advertise on City Cast Portland? Check out our options for podcast and newsletter ads at citycast.fm/advertise. Learn more about the sponsors of this July 17th episode: Visit Walla Walla Montavilla Jazz World Forestry Center Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Oregon has no shortage of waterfalls, towering trees, and postcard-worthy views. But seasoned adventurers know there's a whole other side to the outdoors that you won't find on normal trail maps. We're talking about abandoned classic cars, forgotten train tunnels, and unconventional campsites. Today on City Cast Portland, Norther Emily from Wild Solitude Guiding is sharing some of the strange and surprising things you can find off the beaten path. Plus, she has tips for how to find them when your trail app falls short. Become a member of City Cast Portland today! Get all the details and sign up here.  Who would you like to hear on City Cast Portland? Shoot us an email at portland@citycast.fm, or leave us a voicemail at 503-208-5448. Want more Portland news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter, Hey Portland, and be sure to follow us on Instagram.  Looking to advertise on City Cast Portland? Check out our options for podcast and newsletter ads at citycast.fm/advertise. Learn more about the sponsors of this July 16th episode: Visit Walla Walla World Forestry Center Montavilla Jazz Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Oregon saw the worst wildfire season on record last year, and estimates show that 2025 could be at least as bad. Fighting wildfires takes a ton of resources, which can put additional strain on fire and rescue workers here in the city. Today on City Cast Portland, Portland Fire and Rescue Deputy Chief Chris Barney is here to walk us through how the city is getting ready for fire season, including how they prepare for fire risks in Forest Park.  Become a member of City Cast Portland today! Get all the details and sign up here.  Who would you like to hear on City Cast Portland? Shoot us an email at portland@citycast.fm, or leave us a voicemail at 503-208-5448. Want more Portland news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter, Hey Portland, and be sure to follow us on Instagram.  Looking to advertise on City Cast Portland? Check out our options for podcast and newsletter ads at citycast.fm/advertise. Learn more about the sponsors of this July 15th episode: Visit Walla Walla World Forestry Center Montavilla Jazz Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Last week, we saw headlines that Portland has the largest share of people aged 35-49 of any major city in the country. Considering so many of us grew up along with the internet, it kind of makes sense why Portland generates so much meme-worthy news, from exploding whales to cement milkshakes. Today, we're revisiting our team's conversation breaking down some of our city and state's most memorable viral moments.  This conversation originally aired December 5, 2024 Discussed in today's episode: The Exploding Whale: An Infamous Moment in Oregon History Creates a Strangely Beloved Icon The Assault of Nancy Kerrigan Expose Yourself to Art Snow Joggers Get More Than They Bargained For on Portland Street Portland Snow Car Crashes 2007 How a Dubious Claim of Cement Milkshakes in Portland Became a Right-Wing Meme ‘Naked Athena': The Story Behind the Surreal Photos of Portland Protester Portland Mayor Ted Wheeler Tear-Gassed by Federal Agents Truck full of Slime Eels Crashes on Highway 101 ‘You Seen My Fucken Cones' Origin Portland Pickles Let Mascot Do a Twitter Takeover — Hilarity Ensues Rockets vs Blazers Amazing Finale: Damian Lillard's Buzzer-Beater Three Wins the Series Become a member of City Cast Portland today! Get all the details and sign up here.  Who would you like to hear on City Cast Portland? Shoot us an email at portland@citycast.fm, or leave us a voicemail at 503-208-5448. Want more Portland news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter, Hey Portland, and be sure to follow us on Instagram.  Looking to advertise on City Cast Portland? Check out our options for podcast and newsletter ads at citycast.fm/advertise. Learn more about the sponsors of this July 14th episode: Visit Walla Walla World Forestry Center Montavilla Jazz Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

This week, Oregon High School students sought a ban on transgender athletes via a federal lawsuit. Trump's “border czar” threatened to crack down on Portland. And we looked at the flurry of housing bills that made it through our legislative session. Joining host Claudia Meza on this week's Friday news roundup are Oregonian courts reporter Zane Sparling and executive producer John Notarianni.  Discussed in Today's Episode: Oregon High School Students Seek Ban on Transgender Athletes With Federal Lawsuit [Oregonian]  ‘I'm Gonna Head to Portland': Federal ‘Border Czar' Claims Crackdown on Sanctuary Cities [KOIN]  Valiant Firefighter Stand Against ICE in Bell [TikTok]  Lawmakers Passed Slate of Bills Meant To Address State's ‘Woefully Short' Housing Supply [Oregon Capital Chronicle] Become a member of City Cast Portland today! Get all the details and sign up here.  Who would you like to hear on City Cast Portland? Shoot us an email at portland@citycast.fm, or leave us a voicemail at 503-208-5448. Want more Portland news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter, Hey Portland, and be sure to follow us on Instagram.  Looking to advertise on City Cast Portland? Check out our options for podcast and newsletter ads at citycast.fm/advertise. Learn more about the sponsors of this July 11th episode: D'Amore Law Biketown PDX - Use code CITYCAST25 for a free unlock Kenai-Red Fresh Company Guilds with Benefits Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Today we're talking with Portland Monthly's associate editor of food and drink, Alex Frane, to give us a rundown on what we've been missing out on in Southwest Portland. We're talking through some of the best spots to check out, so that you're able to eat through your entire day without leaving the area. Mentioned in today's episode: Jen's Pastries Mother's Bistro Stretch the Noodle Duck House Chinese Restaurant Somtum Thai Kitchen Måurice Mucca Osteria Goose Hollow Inn Tasty Corner Bullard Abigail Hall Kelly's Olympian Become a member of City Cast Portland today! Get all the details and sign up here.  Who would you like to hear on City Cast Portland? Shoot us an email at portland@citycast.fm, or leave us a voicemail at 503-208-5448. Want more Portland news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter, Hey Portland, and be sure to follow us on Instagram.  Looking to advertise on City Cast Portland? Check out our options for podcast and newsletter ads at citycast.fm/advertise. Learn more about the sponsors of this July 10th episode: D'Amore Law Biketown PDX - Use code CITYCAST25 for a free unlock Kenai-Red Fresh Company Guilds with Benefits Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Last month, the Oregon Legislature failed to pass House Bill 2025, the largest and most comprehensive transportation bill in nearly a decade. Today on the midweek news roundup, executive producer John Notarianni and host Claudia Meza look at the consequences of the bill's failure. Plus, they're digging into the mailbag and hearing from you, our listeners! Discussed in today's episode: Oregon Lawmakers Failed To Find Billions for Roads. Now What? [OPB] Oregon Transportation Department Says 10% of State Road Workers Will Be Laid Off by August [OPB] Roughly 50 Portland Transportation Workers Face Layoffs [OPB] Become a member of City Cast Portland today! Get all the details and sign up here.  Who would you like to hear on City Cast Portland? Shoot us an email at portland@citycast.fm, or leave us a voicemail at 503-208-5448. Want more Portland news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter, Hey Portland, and be sure to follow us on Instagram.  Looking to advertise on City Cast Portland? Check out our options for podcast and newsletter ads at citycast.fm/advertise. Learn more about the sponsors of this July 9th episode: D'Amore Law Biketown PDX - Use code CITYCAST25 for a free unlock Kenai-Red Fresh Company Guilds with Benefits Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Everyone knows about the looming threats of “The Big One” and the ongoing danger of wildfires across our state. But recently, another potential local natural disaster has emerged in the headlines: Portland is sinking. But should we be worried? Today, science journalist Erin Ross is joining us to discuss why our city is sinking and how concerned we should be. Mentioned in today's episode: Land Subsidence Risk to Infrastructure in US Metropolises (Nature Cities) Spatial Vertical Land Motion Maps (Nature Cities) Become a member of City Cast Portland today! Get all the details and sign up here.  Who would you like to hear on City Cast Portland? Shoot us an email at portland@citycast.fm, or leave us a voicemail at 503-208-5448. Want more Portland news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter, Hey Portland, and be sure to follow us on Instagram.  Looking to advertise on City Cast Portland? Check out our options for podcast and newsletter ads at citycast.fm/advertise. Learn more about the sponsors of this July 8th episode: D'Amore Law Biketown PDX - Use code CITYCAST25 for a free unlock Kenai-Red Fresh Company Guilds with Benefits Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Countless varieties of fruits and vegetables are hitting farmers markets and grocery stores over the next few months, but just because they're local, that doesn't mean we love them all. Today, Bryan Vance of Stumptown Savings is here to debate the best and worst of Oregon's summer produce. Plus, he's got plenty of tips on when to find local fruits and vegetables at peak season. Become a member of City Cast Portland today! Get all the details and sign up here.  Who would you like to hear on City Cast Portland? Shoot us an email at portland@citycast.fm, or leave us a voicemail at 503-208-5448. Want more Portland news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter, Hey Portland, and be sure to follow us on Instagram.  Looking to advertise on City Cast Portland? Check out our options for podcast and newsletter ads at citycast.fm/advertise. Learn more about the  sponsors of this July 7th episode: D'Amore Law Biketown PDX - Use code CITYCAST25 for a free unlock Kenai-Red Fresh Company Guilds with Benefits Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Claudia Meza and all 12 other City Cast podcast hosts (from Austin, Boise, Chicago, DC, Denver, Houston, Las Vegas, Madison, Nashville, Philly, Pittsburgh, and Salt Lake City) compete head-to-head in a high-stakes showdown to answer the question that's been burning up our company-wide Slack for weeks: which city is the best for a summer weekend trip? From naked bike rides to ‘the country's best farmers market,' pickle festivals to Elvis impersonators driving pink convertibles, our hosts are bringing the best of the best of what their city has to offer. Did your city win? Take our interactive quiz to see which city best fits YOUR vibe! Learn more about the sponsors of this July 3rd episode: Women in Science Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Oregon's wine industry has been juggling several challenges recently: Sales are down, tariffs are looming, and immigration crackdowns have rattled vineyard workers — all while wildfire season creeps closer. And yet the Willamette Valley was just named the best wine destination in the world. Today, Portland Business Journal reporter Pete Danko helps us make sense of just what's going on with the Oregon wine industry right now. Become a member of City Cast Portland today! Get all the details and sign up here.  Who would you like to hear on City Cast Portland? Shoot us an email at portland@citycast.fm, or leave us a voicemail at 503-208-5448. Want more Portland news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter, Hey Portland, and be sure to follow us on Instagram.  Looking to advertise on City Cast Portland? Check out our options for podcast and newsletter ads at citycast.fm/advertise. Learn more about the sponsors of this July 2nd episode: Women in Science Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Whether you're chasing thrills on a whitewater raft or jamming to lunch-hour bluegrass, July is bursting with can't-miss festivals and outdoor adventures. City Cast Portland has handpicked the absolute best of the month's food, entertainment, and community happenings to help you narrow down your plans to this month's must-dos — like floating up to a riverside bar by kayak Plus, a bonus suggestion from our episode archive: Queer Raves, Funk Gods, and Ambient Soundscapes You Can't Miss This Summer If you're new here, welcome! We've put together a starter pack for you, with episodes and articles to welcome you to the City Cast Portland community.  For even more tips on how to make the most of June in Portland, check out Hey Portland's take on what to do this month.  City Cast Portland is also powered by our members, who enjoy an ad-free version of the show. Find out more about how to become a member of City Cast Portland. Interested in advertising with City Cast? Find more info here.  Reach us at portland@citycast.fm.  Become a member of City Cast Portland today! Get all the details and sign up here.  Who would you like to hear on City Cast Portland? Shoot us an email at portland@citycast.fm, or leave us a voicemail at 503-208-5448. Want more Portland news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter, Hey Portland, and be sure to follow us on Instagram.  Looking to advertise on City Cast Portland? Check out our options for podcast and newsletter ads at citycast.fm/advertise. Learn more about the sponsors of this July 1 episode: Kenai-Red Fish Company Women in Science Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Today, we're revisiting a conversation with Noa Rubin, a community organizer for the paddle-boarding group SUP PDX. Noa has also been kayaking and paddling on the Willamette for over 13 years. She's here to share tips for the best routes and how to stay safe out on the river. This episode originally aired on August 8, 2023 Routes discussed in today's episode: George Rogers Park Ross Island Loop Willamette Narrows Willamette Falls Willamette Falls to St. Johns (or from Hawthorne Bridge) Become a member of City Cast Portland today! Get all the details and sign up here.  Who would you like to hear on City Cast Portland? Shoot us an email at portland@citycast.fm, or leave us a voicemail at 503-208-5448. Want more Portland news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter, Hey Portland, and be sure to follow us on Instagram.  Looking to advertise on City Cast Portland? Check out our options for podcast and newsletter ads at citycast.fm/advertise. Learn more about the sponsor of this June 30th episode: Women in Science Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The city is changing the way it permits and regulates our street trees, the results of the Boeing door plug investigation are in, and the future of the Preschool for All tax is in question. Joining host Claudia Meza on this week's Friday news roundup are senior producer Giulia Fiaoni and KBOO news director Althea Billings. Discussed in Today's Episode: Lawmakers' Ambush of Preschool for All Gives Kotek a Nuclear Option [Willamette Week]  City Council Votes To Move Tree Regulation Team to Permitting Office, Removes $2 Million From Enforcement [Willamette Week]  Boeing Gets Full Blame in Door Plug Blowout, Promises Major Changes in 737 Max [Oregonian] Lawsuit Claims Sparks From Freight Train Ignited Blaze That Ravaged Columbia Gorge Town [Oregonian

Portland is a vegan food haven, with all sorts of vegan-only spots as well as omnivore restaurants with plenty of vegan options. Today, vegan food enthusiast Sara Bahmanyar is sharing her picks of the best spots in town for an easy communal eating experience to satisfy vegans and meat eaters alike. Mentioned in today's episode: Wajan Chelo Rangoon Bistro Thai Hot Pot Heaven The Uncanny Obon Shokudo  Kate's Ice Cream  Ice Queen  Orange & Blossom  Camellia Patisserie  222 Pastry Akadi Coffee Beer Become a member of City Cast Portland today! Get all the details and sign up here.  Who would you like to hear on City Cast Portland? Shoot us an email at portland@citycast.fm, or leave us a voicemail at 503-208-5448. Want more Portland news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter, Hey Portland, and be sure to follow us on Instagram.  Looking to advertise on City Cast Portland? Check out our options for podcast and newsletter ads at citycast.fm/advertise. Learn more about the sponsors of this June 26th episode: Visit Walla Walla Kenai-Red Fish Company Northwest Children's Theater Oregon Health Authority Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The potential name for Portland's new WNBA team is already stirring up controversy, and the state has a new plan to pay for wildfire prevention as fire season kicks off early. Senior producer Giulia Fiaoni joins executive producer John Notarianni for the midweek news roundup. Discussed in today's episode: Portland's WNBA Owners Had One Job: Don't Name the Team After the Disaster Destroying Our State [Oregonian] Oregon Wildfires Have Already Burned 20,000 Acres and Destroyed 56 Homes. What's Next? [Statesman Journal] Wildfire Funding Package Passes Oregon House, Featuring New Nicotine Pouch Tax [KGW] Become a member of City Cast Portland today! Get all the details and sign up here.  Who would you like to hear on City Cast Portland? Shoot us an email at portland@citycast.fm, or leave us a voicemail at 503-208-5448. Want more Portland news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter, Hey Portland, and be sure to follow us on Instagram.  Looking to advertise on City Cast Portland? Check out our options for podcast and newsletter ads at citycast.fm/advertise. If you enjoyed the interview with Stacey Hoshimiya, the director of the center for entrepreneurship at Portland State University, learn more below: Free tickets to the 2025 Invent Oregon Finals - June 27th at University of Portland Intake form for becoming a mentor for the students: Get Involved: Support the Next Generation of Innovators! Learn more about the other sponsors of this June 24th episode: Visit Walla Walla Kenai-Red Fish Company Northwest Children's Theater Oregon Health Authority Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

With organized bike rides happening every day throughout the summer, one could feel a little left out if they don't have a bicycle. But how do you choose? How much should you be prepared to spend? And how the heck do you find one that fits? Today on City Cast Portland we're revisiting a conversation with cycling expert Leah Benson. As the former owner of the dearly-missed Gladys Bikes on Alberta Street, she's helped hundreds of Portlanders find the perfect bike for them.  This conversation first aired on May 23, 2024 Bicycle Shops Leah Recommends: River City Bicycles Sellwood Cycle Repair  Metropolis Cycles Golden Pliers Clever Cycles Splendid Cycles Community Cycling Center North Portland Bike Works Become a member of City Cast Portland today! Get all the details and sign up here.  Who would you like to hear on City Cast Portland? Shoot us an email at portland@citycast.fm, or leave us a voicemail at 503-208-5448. Want more Portland news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter, Hey Portland, and be sure to follow us on Instagram.  Looking to advertise on City Cast Portland? Check out our options for podcast and newsletter ads at citycast.fm/advertise. Learn more about the sponsors of this June 23rd episode: Portland State University Visit Walla Walla Oregon Health Authority Kenai-Red Fish Company Northwest Children's Theater Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

"Tilt," the debut novel by Portland writer Emma Pattee imagines the aftermath of a Cascadia Subduction Zone earthquake. As a journalist, Pattee has reported on the danger that Portland schools' unreinforced masonry buildings pose during an earthquake. Today, we're talking with Pattee about the book, the real science behind it, and how she still finds joy living in Portland while acknowledging the threat.  Become a member of City Cast Portland today! Get all the details and sign up here.  Who would you like to hear on City Cast Portland? Shoot us an email at portland@citycast.fm, or leave us a voicemail at 503-208-5448. Want more Portland news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter, Hey Portland, and be sure to follow us on Instagram.  Looking to advertise on City Cast Portland? Check out our options for podcast and newsletter ads at citycast.fm/advertise. Learn more about the sponsors of this June 23rd episode: PaintCare Visit Walla Walla Kenai Red Fish Northwest Children's Theater Oregon Health Authority Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

City Cast hosts are on the pulse of what's happening in our communities. So Claudia Meza and all 12 other hosts sat down with City Cast CEO David Plotz to talk about creative local problem solving that might work in your hometown too and to commiserate about stressors affecting most of our cities, from unaffordable housing to bike lanes. Learn more about the sponsors of this June 20th episode: Babbel - Get up to 60% off at Babbel.com/CITYCAST PaintCare Portland State University Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

School is out for the summer, which means it's time to figure out how to keep the kids entertained — ideally outside. Whether you have your own or are hosting young visitors, it's hard to know what outdoor activities would actually be fun for them. Today, resident outdoor expert, Norther Emily of Wild Solitude Guiding, has a variety of low-stress outdoor hangs for kids — and some tips on how to get your kids off their screens and into the wild. Discussed in Today's Episode: Lower Macleay Trail  The Witch's Castle Elk Rock Island Mirror Lake Frog Lake Trillium Lake Hug Point Oswald West State Park Gales Creek Campground Become a member of City Cast Portland today! Get all the details and sign up here.  Who would you like to hear on City Cast Portland? Shoot us an email at portland@citycast.fm, or leave us a voicemail at 503-208-5448. Want more Portland news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter, Hey Portland, and be sure to follow us on Instagram.  Looking to advertise on City Cast Portland? Check out our options for podcast and newsletter ads at citycast.fm/advertise. Learn more about the sponsors of this June 18th episode: Babbel - Get up to 60% off at Babbel.com/CITYCAST PaintCare Portland State University Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

There's nothing better than strolling past overflowing produce stands on a weekend morning, with live music drifting through the air while neighbors catch up over fresh berries and breakfast burritos. Today we're talking with Bryan Vance of Stumptown Savings about which farmers markets you should check out to find the best deals, the best vibes, and — of course — the best local produce. Discussed on today's episode: Portland Farmers Market PSU Farmers Market Montavilla Farmers Market Beaverton Farmers Market Vancouver Farmers Market St. Johns Farmers Market Rocky Butte Farmers Market Hollywood Farmers Market South Waterfront Farmers Market Cully Farmers Market Become a member of City Cast Portland today! Get all the details and sign up here.  Who would you like to hear on City Cast Portland? Shoot us an email at portland@citycast.fm, or leave us a voicemail at 503-208-5448. Want more Portland news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter, Hey Portland, and be sure to follow us on Instagram.  Looking to advertise on City Cast Portland? Check out our options for podcast and newsletter ads at citycast.fm/advertise. Learn more about the sponsors of this June 17th episode: Babbel - Get up to 60% off at Babbel.com/CITYCAST PaintCare Portland State University Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

As the giant bill to address our state's transit infrastructure crises faces an uncertain future in Salem, it's important to remember how rural areas rely on our roads and bridges every day. Today, we're revisiting a conversation with OPB's Lillian Karabaic who earlier this year travelled all over Oregon using only public transportation, learning about the struggles rural communities are facing along the way.  This episode originally aired on Feb 6, 2025 Become a member of City Cast Portland today! Get all the details and sign up here.  Who would you like to hear on City Cast Portland? Shoot us an email at portland@citycast.fm, or leave us a voicemail at 503-208-5448. Want more Portland news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter, Hey Portland, and be sure to follow us on Instagram.  Looking to advertise on City Cast Portland? Check out our options for podcast and newsletter ads at citycast.fm/advertise. Learn more about the sponsors of this June 16th episode: Babbel - Get up to 60% off at Babbel.com/CITYCAST PaintCare Portland State University Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

This week in Portland, schools are struggling to manage extreme summer heat, a bill aimed at protecting local ownership of doctors' offices and clinics was signed into law, and a new locally owned outdoor store is opening today. Joining executive producer John Notarianni on this week's Friday news roundup are Willamette Week reporter and author Brianna Wheeler and senior producer Giulia Fiaoni. Discussed in Today's Episode: Many Oregon Schools Still Aren't Equipped To Handle Extreme Temperatures [OPB] Bill Enacting Nation's Strictest Limits on Corporate Health Care Influence Signed by Gov. Kotek [Oregon Capital Chronicle] A Latino-Owned Outdoor Store Is Opening in SE Portland Around the Corner from Next Adventure [Oregonian]  Become a member of City Cast Portland today! Get all the details and sign up here.  Who would you like to hear on City Cast Portland? Shoot us an email at portland@citycast.fm, or leave us a voicemail at 503-208-5448. Want more Portland news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter, Hey Portland, and be sure to follow us on Instagram.  Looking to advertise on City Cast Portland? Check out our options for podcast and newsletter ads at citycast.fm/advertise. Learn more about the sponsors of this June 13th episode: Portland Spirit Biketown PDX Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Summer is hands down the best time for live music in Portland. Today on City Cast Portland, host Claudia Meza is talking with Portland Mercury music editor Nolan Parker about local outdoor shows they're excited about: from dreamy experimental sets tucked into botanical gardens to sweaty queer dance parties along the waterfront. Discussed in this episode: TWIRL: A PDX Queer Disco, June 15 & July 20 Moment, July 20 Parliament Funkadelic, July 25 Project Pabst, July 26 & 27 Pickathon, July 31 - Aug. 3 Jaime xx, Aug. 8 “Weird Al” Yankovic & Puddles Pity Party, Aug. 13 & 14 The Roots, Aug. 21 Modest Mouse & The Flaming Lips with Dehd, Sept. 10 PDX Pop Now!, Sept. 12 - 14 The Best Day Ever Fest, Sept. 13 & 14 Become a member of City Cast Portland today! Get all the details and sign up here.  Who would you like to hear on City Cast Portland? Shoot us an email at portland@citycast.fm, or leave us a voicemail at 503-208-5448. Want more Portland news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter, Hey Portland, and be sure to follow us on Instagram.  Looking to advertise on City Cast Portland? Check out our options for podcast and newsletter ads at citycast.fm/advertise. Learn more about the sponsors of this June 12th episode: Portland Spirit Biketown PDX Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Today's lightning round of news includes Portland Public Schools' plan for incoming K-12 campus seismic upgrades, a new $900,000 fence to prevent homeless camping near I-405, millions of wildfire recovery dollars the state has failed to spend, and much more. Host Claudia Meza and senior producer Giulia Fiaoni give their microdose of news and dive into our mailbag to hear from listeners on the midweek roundup. Discussed in Today's Episode:  St. Johns Music Venue The Fixin' To Is Fixin' To Become an Arcade [Willamette Week]  Here's How PPS Will Determine Which Schools Take Priority for Seismic Upgrades [Willamette Week]  New Fencing To Prevent Homeless Camping at 1 Site in Portland Will Cost $900K [Oregonian]  Oregon Got a Massive Federal Recovery Grant After 2020 Wildfires. Most of the Money Remains Unspent. [Willamette Week] Prosper Portland Executive Director Will Receive $212,992 in Severance [Willamette Week] Become a member of City Cast Portland today! Get all the details and sign up here.  Who would you like to hear on City Cast Portland? Shoot us an email at portland@citycast.fm, or leave us a voicemail at 503-208-5448. Want more Portland news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter, Hey Portland, and be sure to follow us on Instagram.  Looking to advertise on City Cast Portland? Check out our options for podcast and newsletter ads at citycast.fm/advertise. Learn more about the sponsors of this June 11th episode: Portland Spirit Biketown PDX Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The Southwest Portland neighborhood of South Burlingame is home to Fulton Park, Burlingame Park, and Capitol Hill School. But did you know it also has some of our city's most beautiful trails and happening cemeteries? Today on City Cast Portland, we're talking about South Burlingame with science journalist Erin Ross. Erin has lived in the neighborhood for more than five years, and she's sharing why she would not live anywhere else in Portland, even though most of her neighbors are dead.  Discussed in Today's Episode: River View Natural Area Tryon Creek Bar and Grill Chez Jose  Burlingame Park Tryon Creek State Park Moonlight Grill River View Cemetery Greenwood Hills Cemetery  Become a member of City Cast Portland today! Get all the details and sign up here.  Who would you like to hear on City Cast Portland? Shoot us an email at portland@citycast.fm, or leave us a voicemail at 503-208-5448. Want more Portland news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter, Hey Portland, and be sure to follow us on Instagram.  Looking to advertise on City Cast Portland? Check out our options for podcast and newsletter ads at citycast.fm/advertise. Learn more about the sponsors of this June 10th episode: Portland Spirit Biketown PDX Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Keith Wilson's first term as the mayor of Portland is off to a busy start: He's led the city through the transition to its new form of government, accounted for a $93 million shortfall in his proposed city budget — which will soon be finalized by City Council — and pushed for a big increase in spending on his signature issue of ending unsheltered homelessness in Portland. Today, we're checking in with Mayor Wilson about his first five months in office. Become a member of City Cast Portland today! Get all the details and sign up here.  Who would you like to hear on City Cast Portland? Shoot us an email at portland@citycast.fm, or leave us a voicemail at 503-208-5448. Want more Portland news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter, Hey Portland, and be sure to follow us on Instagram.  Looking to advertise on City Cast Portland? Check out our options for podcast and newsletter ads at citycast.fm/advertise. Learn more about the sponsors of this June 9th episode: Portland Spirit Biketown PDX Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Portland's City Council is looking to outside consultants for an internal reset. Crater Lake's superintendent resigned ahead of a busy summer season. And ICE arrested an asylum seeker in the Portland federal courthouse this week. Joining host Claudia Meza are Oregonian City Hall reporter Shane Dixon Kavanaugh and executive producer John Notarianni to discuss all of this and more on the Friday news roundup.  Discussed in Today's Episode: Judge Demands Answers After ICE Removes Asylum Seeker From Oregon [OPB] Crater Lake Superintendent Resigns, Citing Staff Shortages [OPB] Oregon Lawmakers Call for Crater Lake Oversight After Superintendent's Resignation [Oregonian] Portland's Brand-New City Council Considers Bringing in Outside Consultant To Create ‘Government Reset Plan' [Oregonian] Become a member of City Cast Portland today! Get all the details and sign up here.  Who would you like to hear on City Cast Portland? Shoot us an email at portland@citycast.fm, or leave us a voicemail at 503-208-5448. Want more Portland news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter, Hey Portland, and be sure to follow us on Instagram.  Looking to advertise on City Cast Portland? Check out our options for podcast and newsletter ads at citycast.fm/advertise. Learn more about the sponsors of this June 6th episode: OMSI Portland Timbers Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices