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We’re sharing our favorite spots in the Treasure Valley to make holiday shopping merry and meaningful. Natalie Plummer from the Boise Bubble podcast and Hello Meridian joins host Lindsay Van Allen to help you deck the halls with gifts from Boise’s local businesses! Whether you’re shopping for a picky tween or a friend who loves self-care, our local gift guide has ideas for all your loved ones.  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 November 21st episode: Inn at 500 Martini in the Morning - Listen commercial free, subscription free for two weeks with Username: CityCast4 Password: Boise4 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

Introducing ‘We Have a Real Voice’ with Molly McCage and Cassidy Lichtman from Good Game with Sarah Spain.Follow the show: Good Game with Sarah SpainMolly McCage and Cassidy Lichtman join Sarah to discuss how Athletes Unlimited pro volleyball is different from other pro leagues, AU’s unique player-first policies and benefits, and the momentum in volleyball right now. Plus, the USWNT is back and Sarah gets proof she’s still got it.  Watch USWNT players and fans say thank you to Kelley O’Hara here  Check out the full AU volleyball schedule here Follow the folks that Molly and Cassidy recommended on Instagram:  Follow Morgan Hentz here  Follow Betty de la Cruz-Mejía here  Follow Berkeley Oblad here Follow Kaz Brown here  And, of course, follow Molly and Cassidy! Molly is here and Cassidy is here  Leave us a voicemail at 872-204-5070 or send us a note at goodgame@wondermedianetwork.com Follow Sarah on social! X: @SarahSpain Instagram: @Spain2323 Follow producer Misha Jones! X: @mishthejrnalist Instagram: @mishthejrnalist TikTok: @mishthejrnalist Follow producer Alex Azzi! X: @ByAlexAzzi See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.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 team@podroll.fm.

The holiday season is here, which means you may be on the hook to entertain guests! But don’t stress — host Lindsay Van Allen and lifestyle influencer Rosie Piper have the ultimate visitor’s guide to Boise that’s perfect for impressing out-of-towners. From local eats to iconic sites, you’ll be able to craft a holiday itinerary they won’t forget. Learn more about the sponsor of this November 20th episode: Inn at 500 Martini in the Morning - Listen commercial free, subscription free for two weeks with Username: CityCast3 Password: Boise3 Want some more Boise news? Head over to our Hey Boise newsletter where you’ll get a cheatsheet to the city every weekday morning. Interested in advertising with City Cast Boise? Find more info HERE. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Whether you‘re feeling deflated by the recent election results — or you’ve been struggling to figure out how to get involved in the community, we have you covered. Host Lindsay Van Allen and Hey Boise newsletter editor Blake Hunter are exploring the different ways to make Boise a better place based on what your neighbors need right now. From mutual aid to school board meetings, there’s so many ways to make a difference.  Here’s some of the groups Lindsay and Blake mentioned in this episode: Idaho Abortion Rights, Boise Mutual Aid, FACES of Hope, Poder of Idaho, Boise Period Project, and the Idaho Indigenous Alliance. And don’t forget to check out your local library board and neighborhood association.  Be sure to subscribe to Hey Boise for local volunteer opportunities, sent right to your inbox. Learn more about the sponsor of this November 19th episode: Inn at 500 Martini in the Morning - Listen commercial free, subscription free for two weeks with Username: CityCast2 Password: Boise2 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

The Idaho Legislature recently revamped the state’s public defender system, which led to a flurry of resignations from experienced attorneys. Now, there’s concerns that folks might end up sitting in jail longer than they should, waiting for representation. Will the newly formed State Public Defender’s Office be able to hire enough new lawyers to defend our constitutional rights? Ruth Brown from Idaho Public Television and Idaho Reports is sharing what we need to know. 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 November 18th episode: Inn at 500 Martini in the Morning - Listen commercial free, subscription free for two weeks with  Username: CityCast1 Password: Boise1 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

We’re examining what happened to the downtown YMCA project and why so much of it has been abandoned. Could it be the next Boise Hole? And we’re looking at what can only be the weaponized incompetence of the attorney general’s office in one of the state’s abortion ban lawsuits. Plus, we’ve got some subversive and holiday cheer picks of the week. 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 November 15th episode: Inn at 500 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

Gov. Brad Little and State Superintendent Debbie Critchfield are pushing Idaho schools to restrict cellphones in classrooms, and are even offering districts money to ban them. Some Treasure Valley schools have already instituted cell phone bans, meant to keep kids focused in the classroom. But do these bans remove a harmful distraction, or do they stop kids from accessing a helpful tool? 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 November 14th episode: Inn at 500 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

With election results beginning to settle, the question on everyone’s mind is: what will a second Trump presidency mean for Boise? From mass deportation, to the downstream effects of tariffs on Idaho farmers and abortion bans, host Lindsay Van Allen and Boise State University political scientist Charlie Hunt are sifting through which of campaign promises are likely — and unlikely — to affect our community.  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 November 13th episode: Inn at 500 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

Let’s be real: we’re probably all doomscrolling too much. And one of the best cures for this is getting outside! Late autumn camping can actually be one of the best times to set up a tent under the stars in Idaho — if you know how to do it. That’s why we’re resharing host Lindsay Van Allen’s conversation with contributor Heath Druzin, who has expert insider tips on the places to go, gear you need, and hot springs to hit while fall camping. Want some more ways to unwind around Boise? 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 November 12th episode: Inn at 500 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

The new Idaho law banning certain books was pitched as a way to “protect kids” by the legislature. But in Eagle, it’s adults who are being restricted from accessing reading materials. Idaho Library Association’s Molly Nota joins host Lindsay Van Allen to break down what’s next now that two library board members have been removed by the Eagle City Council, leaving the library board without a quorum. Meanwhile, the community is grappling with constitutional questions about free speech.  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 November 11th episode: Inn at 500 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

For this Friday news roundup, host Lindsay Van Allen and Boise State Public Radio’s Jimmy Dawson are digging further in to statewide election results. Idaho had a significant red wave this week, with several legislative seats flipping from Democrats to Republicans during a year of record turnout. We’re processing Prop 1’s decisive failure, and wondering what a new addition to the state constitution will mean. And, we’re considering what could come next with the Republican supermajority in the upcoming 2025 legislative session. Want some more Boise news? Head over to our Hey Boise newsletter where you’ll get a cheatsheet to the city every weekday morning. 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

With the election and its implications still fresh on everyone’s minds, we’re talking with two political scientists about some of the biggest national and local political scandals in recent history. Jaci Kettler and Charlie Hunt both teach at Boise State University and are the co-hosts of the new “Scandalized” podcast. They’re digging into salacious tales of the past — from Rod Blagojevich to Mark Sanford — and the arrest of former Idaho Sen. Larry Craig in 2007. What can these stories teach us about our politics?  Want some more Boise news? Head over to our Hey Boise newsletter where you’ll get a cheatsheet to the city every weekday morning. 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

The polls closed just a few hours ago, but the results are already changing how our city, state, and nation will look in the coming years. Host Lindsay Van Allen and executive producer Frankie Barnhill are diving into who won, what changed, and what it means for Boise. Want some more Boise election news? Head over to our Hey Boise newsletter where you’ll get even more intel on who won and what it means.  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

For the first time in over three decades, the Idaho Democratic Party is running a candidate in every legislative district in the state. In rural districts where Republicans have dominated, this is especially notable. Lauren Necochea is the state party chair, and she’s talking with our host Lindsay Van Allen about the Democrats’ new strategy. Could they actually flip some Republican seats this election, and what could this strategy yield for the future? Want some more Boise election coverage? Head over to our Hey Boise newsletter where you’ll get a rundown of election results and what they mean on Wednesday. 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

With all the recent growth in the Treasure Valley, our roads are busier than ever. So what’s the Ada County Highway District doing to help with the congestion? Today, executive producer Frankie Barnhill and Idaho Statesman reporter Nick Rosenberger dig into ACHD’s new 5-year plan to find out what it could mean for your daily commute. Want some more Boise news? Head over to our Hey Boise newsletter where you’ll get a cheat sheet to the city every weekday morning. 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

This week we’ll be sharing results from our local elections and discussing what they mean for Boise. But we can’t help but wonder… what’s going on with our City Cast colleagues in swing states? As America white-knuckles its way into one of the closest presidential elections in modern history, City Cast CEO David Plotz sits down with the hosts of our shows in swing state cities: Madison, Philly, Pittsburgh, and Las Vegas. In this special episode, our crew of hosts gives you a locals’ look inside how their cities are preparing for the presidential election and its aftermath. From a peek inside the Pennsylvania election warehouse where mail-in ballots will be counted, to a glimpse at how Dane County, Wisconsin’s early voting is going, you’re invited to hear what the swing states are talking about…with each other. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Happy Friday! Host Lindsay Van Allen and Boise State Public Radio’s George Prentice are chatting about the big news of the week. They’re looking at the rising financial impact of a lawsuit against the City of Boise. Then they’re diving into the far-right PragerU curriculum that could soon show up in our schools. Plus, they’re prepping for Election Day with essential tips — and sharing a thrilling pick of the week.  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 November 1st episode: BetterHelp - get 10% off at betterhelp.com/CITYCAST Inn at 500 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

November in Boise means crisp days on the Greenbelt, delicious local food at farm-to-table restaurants, and the beginning of the holiday season. We’ve curated a list of must-do activities to get the most out of Boise this month, including insider tips to shop local and some genius hacks for making Thanksgiving meal planning simple. Plus, did we find best chai in the valley?  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 Boise community.  Want some more ideas for what to do in November? Head over to our website where you’ll find even more things to do this month, and subscribe for our free Hey Boise newsletter. Learn more about the sponsor of this October 31st episode: BetterHelp - get 10% off at betterhelp.com/CITYCAST Inn at 500 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

Have you heard of the Boise Murder House? The 1910 home in South Boise has been the subject of local urban legends and ghostly tales for decades. But according to Mark Iverson from IdaHistory, the true story of this notorious home is even more sinister than the eerie rumors.  Want some more true local stories? Head over to our Hey Boise newsletter, where you’ll get a rundown of what’s going on in the city every weekday morning.  Learn more about the sponsor of this October 30th episode: BetterHelp - get 10% off at betterhelp.com/CITYCAST Inn at 500 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

Why are Idahoans moving to other states? From the rising cost of living in Boise, realtor Tom Wheeler and host Lindsay Van Allen explore some of the factors fueling this trend — from the rising cost of living in Boise, to the shifting political landscape — and what it could mean for our state. Plus, we look at the role and responsibility realtors have in setting the tone for a community.  But it’s not like everyone is leaving the Gem State … Be sure to check out our episode about why so many Californians have settled in the Treasure Valley.  Want some more Boise culture and 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 October 29th episode: BetterHelp - get 10% off at betterhelp.com/CITYCAST Inn at 500 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