Some heaviness in this Friday news round-up, and some lightness. Nevada Current Deputy Editor April Corbin Girnus joins co-hosts Dayvid Figler and Sarah Lohman to talk about the Las Vegas home invasion where police shot and killed the wrong person, a golf course controversially slated to become the site of affordable housing, and how visitors determined which casino deserves the title of the dirtiest in Las Vegas (the results probably won’t surprise you ). Want to get in touch? Follow us @CityCa...
Nov 22, 2024•31 min
If you’re tired just thinking about preparing a Thanksgiving meal this year, or looking for a great new place to try, this episode is for you. Co-host Sarah Lohman talks to Neon News editor-in-chief Samantha Gemini Stevens about which Las Vegas restaurants are serving great traditional meals, non-traditional options for those who want something a little different, and desserts for those who aren’t so much into pie. Find restaurants we mention in this Thanksgiving roundup from Neon News , and don...
Nov 21, 2024•25 min
F1 is back upon us, and while the anticipation and energy may not be as high as year one, it isn’t any less divisive in year two. Co-host Dayvid Figler talks to Nehme Abouzeid, a former marketing executive for the Sphere, Vegas Golden Knights, and multiple Strip properties, about whether F1 is all it’s cracked up to be and how F1 could reach locals better. If you enjoyed the interview with Aaron Berger, the Executive Director of the Neon Museum, learn more here . Learn more about the other spons...
Nov 20, 2024•27 min
While Las Vegas residents say they want mass transit, many seem reluctant to use the public transit system that already exists. Co-host Dayvid Figler talks to MJ Maynard, CEO of the Regional Transportation Commission, about common misconceptions and public safety concerns around the city’s public transportation, where the RTC is unique on the national transit scene, whether light rail would succeed, and why there aren’t more convenient connections to the airport. If you enjoyed the interview wit...
Nov 19, 2024•29 min
The city of Henderson is re-imagining Boulder Highway, and they’ve launched a massive restructuring project for one of Las Vegas’ least-loved throughways. Co-host Sarah Lohman talks with Ray Delahanty, urban planner and creator of CityNerd, about where and why Boulder Highway needs some extra TLC, some of the history around that stretch of land, and what improvements could make this stretch of land a place you’d want to hang out on. Want to get in touch? Follow us @CityCastVegas on Instagram , o...
Nov 18, 2024•24 min
Friday has returned, and so have co-hosts Sarah Lohman, Dayvid Figler, and TheList.Vegas founder Andrew Kiraly to discuss their thoughts and feelings around the return of F1 and whether it will be a better experience in Las Vegas than last year. Plus, exploring renderings of a new resort and NBA-ready arena on the Strip, and memorializing beloved show dog Mr. Piffles, the Piff the Magic Dragon co-star, who passed away this week just before his 17th birthday. Learn more about the sponsors of this...
Nov 15, 2024•32 min
There’s more than one way to slice up a pumpkin. Like, a lot. Co-host and culinary historian Sarah Lohman talks with Chef Sterling Buckley of Palate to discuss our obsession with all things pumpkin this time of year, some Las Vegas spots to enjoy pumpkin-y options, and so many ideas for how to prepare and enjoy the gourd. Don’t listen to this hungry. If you enjoyed the interview Juve MD's Dr. Andrea Dempsey, learn more here. Learn more about the other sponsors of this November 14th episode: Glob...
Nov 14, 2024•26 min
With sports betting becoming legal in more U.S. states and the Trop dropping to make way for the A’s, Las Vegas is starting to court sports fans. How would increased sports tourism benefit the city? Co-host Sarah Lohman talks to Vegas local Bailey Schulz, consumer news reporter for USA Today, who is following the rise in sports business interest. Learn more about the sponsors of this November 13th episode: Global Product Sourcing Want to get in touch? Follow us @CityCastVegas on Instagram , or e...
Nov 13, 2024•16 min
As the dust settles on the 2024 election, we take a look at the most impactful upcoming changes to Las Vegas and Nevada. Political pundit and CEO of the Nevada Independent Jon Ralston sits down with co-host Dayvid Figler to discuss the new members of the Nevada Senate, Trump’s impact, and our deceivingly low voter turnout. Learn more about the sponsors of this November 12th episode: Global Product Sourcing Want to get in touch? Follow us @CityCastVegas on Instagram , or email us at lasvegas@city...
Nov 12, 2024•21 min
Last week, both the Clark County Commission and the Las Vegas City Council voted on measures to address homelessness in the valley. The Clark County Commission adopted a new public camping ban with a 6-1 vote, while the Las Vegas City Council unanimously voted to strengthen its existing ban . The Las Vegas Metropolitan Police Department will be responsible for enforcing these controversial new ordinances, though leadership emphasizes that their goal is not to arrest their way out of the issue. U...
Nov 11, 2024•32 min
It’s our weekly news roundup and we are discussing the most important election updates for Las Vegas. More results for local and statewide races trickle in as Nevada continues to count ballots. KTNV political reporter Steve Sebelius joins co-hosts Dayvid Figler and Sarah Lohman to reflect on his interview with President-elect Donald Trump during the campaign cycle and to explore why Trump resonated with Nevada voters. We also cover why thousands of ballots in Nevada require curing and the surpri...
Nov 08, 2024•41 min
Las Vegas locals love to hate on the palm trees, but they come with a surprise benefit: they can produce edible fruit. In this big-hit rerun, co-hosts Dayvid Figler and Sarah Lohman — our resident award-winning food historian — talk about the date palm’s winding road from the Middle East to the Mojave, how an Indigenous couple in Nevada saved the Medjool date from extinction, and why the palm-hate isn’t entirely warranted. Also, Sarah shares two date recipes from her awesome book, Endangered Eat...
Nov 07, 2024•21 min
While Nevada votes continue to roll in, co-hosts Sarah Lohman and Dayvid Figler share what we know so far about local and state races. Also, how Nevada’s changes in voter access affected turnout in Las Vegas and how our swing state went red. Learn more about the sponsors of this November 6th episode: Makers and Finders Want to get in touch? Follow us @CityCastVegas on Instagram , or email us at lasvegas@citycast.fm . You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719 . For more Las Vegas news, make su...
Nov 06, 2024•24 min
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. Our host, Dayvid Figler, joins a panel discussion with the hosts from Madison, Philly, and Pittsburgh. 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 ...
Nov 05, 2024•27 min
We finally made it! After a long and eventful election cycle, tomorrow is the last day to cast your vote, marking the first step in the journey toward getting results. But how long will that journey take this year? And what changes in Nevada’s counting process could speed things up? To break down everything you need to know about Election Day in Las Vegas, co-hosts Sarah Lohman and Dayvid Figler are joined by first-time voter Bertha Gutierrez. Whether you’ve already voted or haven’t had the chan...
Nov 04, 2024•30 min
For this week’s news roundup, the team breaks down why so few Nevadans have health insurance and what to know about open enrollment for 2025, Governor Lombardo’s decision to activate the Nevada National Guard to support law enforcement on Election Day, and Vice President Kamala Harris’ campaign ad on the Sphere. Co-hosts Sarah Lohman and Dayvid Figler are joined by interim executive producer Layla Muhammad. Want to get in touch? Follow us @CityCastVegas on Instagram , or email us at lasvegas@cit...
Nov 01, 2024•32 min
To celebrate Nevada’s birthday, we’re doing a birthday freebies roundup! Las Vegas loves its comps, and if you’re out on the town for your birthday, there are a lot of goodies to score. Co-host Dayvid Figler catches up with Hey Las Vegas editor Rob Kachelriess on what you can snag on your special day — from food and drinks to experiences, and even free play at casinos. Plus, some very Vegas suggestions on where to celebrate your birthday. A good roundup for locals and tourists alike. See all of ...
Oct 31, 2024•22 min
It’s finally chilly in Las Vegas, and while we wind down the spookiness and switch to a holiday mindset, we also have a busy travel season ahead of us. Fear not — we have tips for navigating the airport, as well as smash burgers, soup dumplings, free concerts, and more to eat, drink, and do. Our own co-host Dayvid Figler and Hey Las Vegas editor Rob Kachelriess catch up with The Town Summerlin Magazine editor Melinda Sheckells. And if you like our Las Vegas travel tips, check out our episode on ...
Oct 30, 2024•31 min
When discussing what Las Vegas is known for, strip clubs are bound to come up in the conversation. Despite their contributions to our reputation and economy, strip clubs and their performers are often misunderstood by the general public. Today on City Cast Las Vegas, co-host Sarah Lohman sits down to explore a perspective that is often underserved but perhaps the most important. Stripper Keila Misdom breaks down the misconceptions, insider knowledge, and etiquette surrounding strip clubs in Las ...
Oct 29, 2024•21 min
Las Vegas is the largest city in America without an art museum . But in just a few years, that will change. Heather Harmon is the Executive Director of the soon-to-come Las Vegas Museum of Art, coming to Symphony Park in 2028. She joins co-host Sarah Lohman to discuss why the museum is actually happening this time, the partnership with the Los Angeles County Museum of Art (LACMA), and what having this cultural space will mean for our community. Learn more about the sponsors of this October 28th ...
Oct 28, 2024•22 min
October’s got its foot on the gas when it comes to news. This week, we cover the latest on whether the A’s stadium is actually happening and why we’re skeptical, and early voting in Nevada and what to remember when looking at the partisan breakdown. Also, tourism is almost back to pre-COVID levels, and we have some big ideas to attract more international tourists. Interim executive producer Layla Muhammad and Nevada Current reporter Michael MJ Lyle join co-host Dayvid Figler. Our fall campaign i...
Oct 25, 2024•36 min
When we go into the voting booth, we want to be as empowered as possible. But some of the measures on the ballot this year are . . . a little confusing. Co-host Sarah Lohman decodes the seven questions on the ballot with April Corbin Girnus, deputy editor at the Nevada Current. We parse through the tough language, review the implications, and give a close look to the infamous question three. Our fall campaign is happening now! It takes a lot to keep City Cast Las Vegas and Hey Las Vegas running ...
Oct 24, 2024•28 min
Las Vegas is a constant backdrop in films, TV shows, and even music videos. But did you know that some of the most accurate and insightful depictions of life in Las Vegas can be found in books? No one understands this better than writer Charles Bock. Literary Hub recently named his 2008 novel Beautiful Children the novel of Las Vegas , and this month, Business Insider recognized him as Nevada’s most famous author . He sits down with co-host Dayvid Figler to discuss the most essential Las Vegas r...
Oct 23, 2024•28 min
For our second interview with the candidates for Las Vegas mayor, Councilwoman Victoria Seaman joins co-host Dayvid Figler for a conversation focused on one of the top issues among voters, homelessness. They dive into her policies, specific challenges, and what she would prioritize as homelessness grows in our community. Don’t miss yesterday’s episode with Seaman’s opponent, former Congresswoman Shelley Berkley. Our fall campaign is happening now! It takes a lot to keep City Cast Las Vegas and H...
Oct 22, 2024•36 min
The election for Mayor of Las Vegas is arguably the most high-profile down-ballot race coming up next month, and we’ve been hearing a lot from the two candidates, Shelley Berkley and Victoria Seaman. While most interviews address homelessness on a surface level, we invited both candidates to have an in-depth conversation focused on one of the most important issues in Las Vegas — from the public camping ban to how they would reform our city’s underdeveloped resources. First up today is former Nev...
Oct 21, 2024•35 min
Welcome to this week’s Friday News Roundup! This week, Coachella Valley police arrested a Las Vegas man at a Trump rally for having a loaded gun in his vehicle. Now he’s suing for defamation, saying the Sheriff wrongly accused him of an assassination attempt. Also, Robert Telles was sentenced for the murder of Review-Journal investigative reporter Jeff German, and the Las Vegas weather finally dips into the 70s . Co-hosts Dayvid Figler and Sarah Lohman are joined by KTNV senior reporter Jaewon J...
Oct 18, 2024•35 min
As the holidays bring more guests to the city, we keep visitors in the loop on a Vegas food icon: the shrimp cocktail. Where did it come from, why’s it called a “cocktail,” and can you still find a good 99-center anywhere in town? Co-hosts Dayvid Figler and Sarah Lohman—an award-winning culinary historian—break down the history of the shrimp cocktail, its surprising Cajun and Jewish origins, and the story behind that special red sauce. So make sure to become a member by Friday, and you’ll be aut...
Oct 17, 2024•23 min
Episode Description: Feeling confident about your top picks in the voting booth is one thing, but what about the names that appear further down the ballot? For many voters, the judges can be a source of confusion and uncertainty. In this episode, co-host Sarah Lohman is joined by Jon Ralston, CEO of The Nevada Independent, and former judge Dayvid Figler to equip listeners with the knowledge they need to become informed voters when it comes to selecting judicial candidates. They’ll share essentia...
Oct 16, 2024•23 min
Back by popular demand, City Cast CEO David Plotz sits down with hosts from across the country to talk about what stories they're watching in their hometowns that are likely to impact yours too. Hear from Las Vegas's own Dayvid Figler and Sarah Lohman along with hosts from our daily local shows in Denver, Houston, Madison, Nashville, Philly, and Portland. City Cast is now in 13 cities across the country! Joining our member community is the best way to support what we do. Get all the details and ...
Oct 15, 2024•39 min
It’s been a fiery week in Las Vegas, and we aren’t just talking about the temperatures! In today’s weekly news roundup, we cover the Frontier flight that caught fire and made an emergency landing at Harry Reid International Airport, the unionization of the Chippendales dancers , and the music video that emerged from Coldplay’s Chris Martin’s now-legendary Las Vegas visit. TheList.vegas founder Andrew Kirally joins co-hosts Sarah Lohman and Dayvid Figler. Learn more about the sponsors of this Oct...
Oct 11, 2024•34 min