City Cast Boise

Emma’s with the Idaho Statesman’s Mia Maldanado and our audio producer Evelyn Avitia to talk through this week’s news. They get into chaos at the Caldwell School Board Meeting, Mia’s story about Idaho inmates training rescue dogs, and why Moscow recently said “FU” to Nancy Grace. Want some more Boise news? Head over to our Hey Boise newsletter where you’ll get a cheatsheet to the city every weekda...

Our lead producer Frankie Barnhill talks to host Emma Arnold about why she and other Boise comedians are calling for Idaho Central Arena to cancel the upcoming Chris D’Elia show. She talks about the multiple allegations of sexual misconduct and predatory behavior against the Los Angeles-based comedian, the health of the Boise comedy scene, and why Emma thinks this booking is especially hypocritica...

Did you know that Boise is the most geographically isolated urban area of the Lower 48? Today, we’re chatting with Greg Hahn from Surel’s Place about why he thinks that isolation has led to a unique and DIY-inspired arts and culture scene.  Want some more Boise arts and culture content? Head over to our Hey Boise newsletter where you’ll get inspired with ways to connect to the city every weekday m...

Boise’s food scene is evolving, so we’re talking with brunch experts JJ Saldaña and Antonio Hernandez about the best spots to eat, drink, and catch up with friends. The Latino Card hosts teach us the ins and outs of their favorite meal, and remind us that what happens at brunch — stays at brunch.  Places mentioned in this episode: Western Proper Red Feather Lounge Fork Restaurant Amano Brunchette...

We’re talking with Alex McCoy from American Ostrich Farms about sustainability and building their own processing plant during COVID. Also, are ostriches jerks? Want some more Boise stories? Head over to our Hey Boise newsletter where you’ll get a cheatsheet to the city every weekday morning. Can’t get enough of us?! We get it. Follow us on Twitter and Instagram.

It’s our first weekly news chatter episode of 2023, and there’s plenty to cover. Boise State Public Radio’s James Dawson and our Hey Boise Newsletter Editor Blake Hunter share their predictions for the 2023 Idaho Legislative Session, and share updates on the arrest of a suspect in the Moscow murders. Plus: the Idaho Supreme Court has upheld the state’s abortion bans, dismissing a challenge from Pl...

The January blues are here but the Boise Weekly’s Minerva Jayne is here to shoo the inversion right out of your soul. She’s got great tips on how to get cozy in Boise, including the best places to eat, hang, and treat yourself like a queen.  Got a favorite cozy spot? Let us know by sending us a voicemail or text: 208-546-9485. Want to cozy up to us off-air too? Follow us on Twitter and Instagram....

We’re chatting with Margaret Carmel about her beef with Boise’s late night dining desert. We dig into third spaces, Western isolationism, and no hate to Los Betos but what the heck does a gal have to do to get Waffle House in town? Be sure to check out Margaret’s awesome local reporting at BoiseDev.  What’s your favorite late night dining locale in the Treasure Valley? Shoot us a text: 208-546-948...

We’re ringing in 2023 with your New Year’s resolutions and predictions for 2023. Debates over public education, wild card candidates in city elections, new and better bike lanes and more fun stuff to do than ever? Sounds like it’s going to be an interesting year! What did we miss? Share your resolution or prediction by voicemail or text: 208-546-9485.

Have you ever been to a play or concert in Boise and at the end of the performance, you realize everyone around is standing, clapping enthusiastically, even if the show was…not Boise’s best? In this edition of our 2022 yearbook superlatives, Host Emma Arnold chats with Story Story Night’s Jodi Eichelberger about whether our love of giving everything a standing ovation is corny, or our “Sweetest Lo...

We’re awarding a few of our favorite episodes of the year with some classic yearbook superlatives. In this episode, Lead Producer Frankie Barnhill talks with the Boise woman behind the wildly popular “socialistly awkward” account on TikTok. For not letting small, local stories fall through the cracks and calling out far-right politicians, six million likes and counting, we’re calling this one the...

It’s our winter break and we’re awarding a few of our favorite episodes with some classic yearbook superlatives. A while back we got to talk to Café Mulé’s Matt Bishop about serving free coffee in the foothills with his trusty mule, Richard. For caffeinating the community one hiker at a time, we’ve named this peppy episode, the “Most Boise Thing Ever.” Can’t get enough of us?! We get it. Follow us...

Fry sauce is Boise’s favorite condiment. But, is it actually from Idaho? Turns out City Cast Salt Lake Host Ali Vallarta bursts our bubble in this episode with a salacious origin story, which is why we’re dubbing it the “Sauciest Debate of 2022” in our list of yearbook superlatives. Hey, at least we can still claim the best french fries, Boise! Want some more Boise stories? Head over to our Hey Bo...

Emma’s movie bestie George Prentice from Boise State Public Radio is here to chat about two films he thinks are a must-watch for Boise this winter. We talk Idaho vibes, a screenplay with Moscow roots, and George shares a few of his top movies for 2022.  Want some more Boise stories? Head over to our Hey Boise newsletter where you’ll get a cheatsheet to the city every weekday morning.

Boise was declared the capital of the Territory of Idaho 158 years ago. But take a trip to Lewiston and you’ll find a sign welcoming you to the state’s first capital. So today, Jimmy Dawson from Boise State Public Radio gives us a history lesson on how Boise stole the capital city crown from his hometown Lewiston. We dive into messy politics, presidential favoritism and salty feelings that have la...

This time of year can be stressful, but we’ve got your back! Local therapist Ayako Otani is here to talk us through building up our holiday mental health toolbox. We talk anxiety, boundaries, and why it’s OK to get a little hibernate-y this time of year. Just a heads up, this episode discusses suicide. If you or someone you know is contemplating suicide or in crisis, the 988 Suicide & Crisis Lifel...

We’re getting extra festive with the creator of the Boise Christmas Lights Map. Host Emma Arnold finds out what inspired William Higginson to first build the map in 2015, and what it takes to keep it twinkling every year. Plus, we learn about the cross-state community of holiday display map builders.  Want to get your home on the map? Fill out this form.  Let us know your fave holiday lights neigh...

City Cast Boise’s Frankie Barnhill is catching up with producer Evelyn Avitia and Hey Boise Newsletter Editor Blake Hunter for this edition of weekly news chatter. The crew is breaking down the latest drama at city hall surrounding Boise Police and the Office of Police Accountability, and sharing some perspective on Moscow homicide coverage and tipline.  Plus, we’re sharing our picks for the best...

We’re talking with Ryan Marsh, co-founder of the Backyard Artists, about Boise’s DIY arts scene. The new grassroots nonprofit is giving out several $350 grants to local emerging artists (application deadline is Tuesday Dec. 20). Ryan tells us about the importance of building a community for young artists in Boise, and why a recent live tattoo event was a big hit. For more arts and culture happenin...

This season of Boise State football has been a wild ride. Changes in leadership, depressed fans, and a freshman quarterback stepping up to bring the team back from the brink. Longtime Bronco football reporter Dave Southorn is here to give us his predictions for Saturday’s bowl game against North Texas. Plus, could Head Coach Andy Avalos be the next Coach Pete? Speaking of predictions: Do you have...

We're talking with Abigail Spencer from The Argonaut about what it’s like being a student reporter in Moscow right now. She tells us about frustrations with the national media, community efforts made to help students feel safe, and the emotional breakthrough she felt while covering the U of I vigil.  Want some more Boise news? Head over to our Hey Boise newsletter where you’ll get a cheatsheet to...

Today on the show, we’re talking with Jennifer Hensley from the Downtown Boise Association. She shares why downtown is best enjoyed during the holiday season, and why Garden City still doesn’t hold a candle to downtown.  Have a favorite thing to do in Downtown Boise? Let us know by sending us a voicemail or text: 208-546-9485. If you’re looking for more local stories, sign up for our free Hey Bois...

Happy Friday! Host Emma Arnold is chatting about the news of the week with freelance reporter Heath Druzin and lead producer Frankie Barnhill. We remember Boise’s Hy Kloc, a beloved former Democratic lawmaker and the son of Holocaust survivors, and share a public health PSA about COVID and flu. And Heath updates us on Idaho Republicans’ response to Donald Trump’s call to terminate the U.S. Constit...

Hey City Cast Boise fam! We have a special treat for you: we’re proud to feature an episode from our friends at You Know The Place, a local podcast where hosts Lacey and Joel guide you through Boise’s weirdest, quirkiest places. Today, they’re exploring Stan’s Golf Cars on State Street, where they get to test drive the merch, obviously. Hope you like it, and be sure to follow them on Instagram too...

The roads might be slick and the air might be cold, but getting around town on two wheels is still possible. So today on the show, we’re talking with local bike commuter Joe Jaszewski about winter cycling. We pedal into staying warm, safety precautions, and who’s allowed on sidewalks. Plus, what does the recent change in ACHD leadership mean for cyclists? Got a favorite winter biking spot? Let us...