City Cast Boise

City Cast Boise

City Cast Boise is the award-winning 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 host Lindsay Van Allen 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. 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. Learn more and subscribe to our newsletter at boise.citycast.fm. Named Best Podcast in Boise Weekly’s Best of Boise 2025 1st place for “Best Interview” at Idaho Press Club 2024 Awards

Episodes

October 24, 2025 34 mins
After three years of making this daily podcast about all things Boise, this is our final episode of the show. Every story we’ve shared on this podcast has shown us something new about this city. In this final episode, we’re looking back at what this journey has taught us, how it’s changed the way we see Boise, and what we hope for its future.  So what’s next for the team? Host Lindsay Van Allen will keep posting about stories that...
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Coffee culture says a lot about a city, and Boise's scene is evolving. Our producer Evelyn Avitia sipped her way through the newest coffee shops to find the best spots for getting work done, grabbing a fall flavored pick-me-up, and soaking up the coffeehouse vibes with friends. She’s telling host Lindsay Van Allen which new coffee shops are really worth a visit.  Spots mentioned:  Coffee With A Twist Salt & Light Coffee Lo...
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Between rising costs and tighter budgets, our city is not as inexpensive as it used to be. So, we are revisiting the time our City Cast Boise team took on a challenge to see how far $50 could go, and if it was still possible to have a great time in Boise without breaking the bank. And if you hadn’t heard the news, City Cast Boise is closing down operations at the end of the week. We want to hear from you before we say goodbye! Hav...
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As Christian nationalism gains ground in Idaho, many are wondering: Does this movement reflect the heart of Christianity, or has faith been hijacked for politics? We’re resharing a conversation with Boise’s Benjamin Cremer, a pastor who is critical of this movement. He and host Lindsay Van Allen are exploring what happens when religion and power intertwine, and how it’s changing life in our state.  And if you hadn’t heard the news...
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West Ada’s school board races have drawn unusual attention. With fresh challengers stepping forward, incumbents dodging public forums, and questions swirling about the district’s transparency and values, executive producer Frankie Barnhill is asking host and local parent Lindsay Van Allen about what this election might reveal about where the community stands. Early voting starts today! Click here to find where you can cast your ba...
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October 17, 2025 2 mins
We have some sad news to share today: City Cast Boise and Hey Boise are suspending operations. Our last episode and newsletter will be released on Oct. 24.  Next week, we’ll be sharing a mix of fresh and beloved conversations, to celebrate this community and our city. And we want to include you in our final episode! Tell us how City Cast Boise has been a part of your life. From your favorite episode, to a story that changed your m...
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According to a new bombshell report, survivors inside women’s prisons in Idaho say they endured years of sexual abuse from staff. But when they sought help, complaints disappeared, investigations went nowhere, and retaliation became routine. Investigate West journalist Whitney Bryen joins host Lindsay Van Allen to break down her year-long investigation, look at how this culture of abuse and cover-up was allowed to thrive, and discu...
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Long before it became one of our city’s favorite Halloween destinations, the Old Idaho Penitentiary was a place of punishment, rebellion, and resilience. Now its crumbling cells and quiet corridors tell both ghost stories and hard truths about Boise’s history. Host Lindsay Van Allen is learning more from the Old Idaho Penitentiary's Samuel Anderson and Anthony Parry with the Idaho Historical Society. For more stories about the Old...
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Boise has passed two previous open space levies, totaling $20 million in the last 25 years. So, why does the city want another $11 million, and how would the extra tax revenue be used? Host Lindsay Van Allen is joined by Conservation Voters for Idaho Executive Director Alexis Pickering to break down the levy on the ballot, what the money would go toward, and how voters are responding. For info on early voting, how to register, and...
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Today on the show, host Lindsay Van Allen and our ⁠Hey Boise newsletter⁠ editor, Blake Hunter, are going deeper on the headlines of the week. After 20 years with the same mayor, Garden City is ⁠finally getting a leadership shakeup⁠. Who will be their next mayor? Meanwhile, Boise State’s hunt for a new president ⁠still hasn’t produced a full slate of finalists⁠. And there’s a perfectly unserious ⁠.5K race this weekend ⁠with donuts a...
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Fall might be showing off right now, but we’re not convinced it’s the city’s best time of year! So, the City Cast Boise team and friend of the show Matthew Melton are diving into a seasonal showdown. They’re debating our city’s year-round offerings, from hot springs to snowy escapes to Treefort and river floats, to see which of Boise’s four seasons stands above the rest.   Want some more Boise news? Head over to our Hey Boise news...
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October 8, 2025 21 mins
With food costs up and tariffs starting to bite, we thought it was the perfect time to revisit our favorite money-saving conversation with Boisean Heather Wheeler, who turned her coupon skills into a thriving business. The Krazy Coupon Lady is sharing her tips for spending smarter and keeping your budget strong enough to survive the next squeeze. Want some more Boise news? Head over to our Hey Boise newsletter where you’ll get a c...
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Garden City neighbors are saying a proposed apartment complex is a "monstrosity" in the middle of their quiet streets, while developers argue that it is exactly what the area needs. Host Lindsay Van Allen is joined by Idaho Statesman reporter Carolyn Komatsoulis to examine the backlash, and look at whether this battle is about the design of this particular development — or the deeper transformation of Garden City itself. Want some...
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Between federal cuts to Planned Parenthood, shrinking Medicaid reimbursements, and Idaho’s looming budget shortfall, our state’s health system safety net is looking shaky. Host Lindsay Van Allen and States Newsroom reporter Kelcie Moseley-Morris are examining how these shifts could reshape our healthcare and what choices people still have. Want some more Boise news? Head over to our Hey Boise newsletter where you’ll get a cheatshe...
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Host Lindsay Van Allen and friend of the show Ashley Townend are diving into the week’s biggest stories. Idaho’s Medicaid expansion is once again in the crosshairs, as the legislative DOGE task force scrambles to deal with our budget shortfall. At the same time, our state has earned an unsettling distinction of having one of the highest rates of uninsured children in the country.  And if you’re looking for a break, we’re looking f...
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October 2, 2025 22 mins
We heard rumors about Hemlock’s alleged $80 baked potato — and we had to know more. Our Hey Boise’s newsletter editor Blake Hunter and host Lindsay Van Allen are just a couple of Idaho kids who grew up on russets, so they made reservations to see what kind of culinary magic or madness would make a tater cost that much. The local restaurant, which opened in the spring on the ground floor of the Inn at 500, made quite the impression ...
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October 1, 2025 31 mins
With the leaves turning and the evenings getting darker, the fall season has officially cast its spell over the Treasure Valley. Host Lindsay Van Allen, producer Evelyn Avitia, and From Boise’s Marissa Lovell gathered the can’t-miss events and treats to make your October magical. From pumpkin patch activities at Jordan’s Garden Center, to Fright Nights at the Idaho Penitentiary, and tasty seasonal treats at Lowe Family Farmstead— y...
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September 30, 2025 27 mins
Around town, it feels like everyone knows someone who was recently laid off or is struggling to find a good job. But Idaho and Boise’s unemployment rates remain low, even compared to other states, and wages have increased. So, where’s the disconnect? Host Lindsay Van Allen and our executive producer Frankie Barnhill are digging into the numbers, to find out what they can — and can’t — tell us about Boise’s job market.  Be sure to ...
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September 29, 2025 27 mins
What happens when a political party built on small government becomes obsessed with control? In Idaho, that shift is turning Republicans against libraries, public health, and even fellow Republicans. We’re re-sharing a June conversation host Lindsay Van Allen had with Greg Graf, a lifelong conservative who says the party’s gone too far.   Want some more Boise news? Head over to our Hey Boise newsletter where you’ll get a cheatshee...
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From a high-profile lawsuit to stop the state’s controversial school voucher law, to a troubling study about Idaho’s water system, KTVB’s Brian Holmes and host Lindsay Van Allen have plenty to talk about on this Friday’s news roundup.  Plus: Lindsay recommends checking out a wellness festival this weekend at JUMP. And Brian tells us about Bogus Basin Road’s cattle grate upgrade. (What will the trolls think?) Want some more Boise ...
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