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Episode The Secret to P. Terry's Success, ICE Shooting Investigation, and TribFest

The Secret to P. Terry's Success, ICE Shooting Investigation, and TribFest

30 minSep 24, 2026

Austin royalty is on the podcast, y’all. Patrick and Kathy Terry, the founders of P. Terry’s , join host Miles Bloxson to talk about the origins of their beloved local business, why they’ve remained independent, and where they’re eating out in Austin when they’re not having a burger.  Plus, KUT News Government Accountability Reporter Andrew Weber gives us an update on the local investigation into Sunday’s ICE shooting in North Austin . Finally, the Texas Tribune’s Kerri Qunell previews who Austinites can expect to hear from during the Texas Tribune Festiva l.  Want to get in touch? Follow us @CityCastAustin on Instagram , or email us at [email protected] . You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719. For more Austin news, make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter . Learn more about becoming a City Cast Austin Neighbor at membership.citycast.fm . Looking to advertise on City Cast Las Vegas? Check out our options for podcast and newsletter ads at citycast.fm/advertise . Learn more about the sponsors of this September 24th episode: The Brooklynn Miller Foundation

What We Know About Austin's ICE Shooting. Plus, AISD Latest and HAAM Day

23 minSep 22, 2026

A federal immigration agent shot and injured a 28-year-old man from Venezuela in North Austin on Sunday. The shooting sparked outrage from Austin officials who also called for an independent investigation into what happened. City Cast Austin host Miles Bloxson speaks with NPR’s Sergio Martínez-Beltrán about how this incident fits into a larger pattern of ICE enforcement nationwide. Plus, Austin ISD Superintendent Matias Segura explains why the district is appealing the failing grades for Burnet and Webb middle schools . Last, HAAM CEO Paul E. Scott talks about the hundreds of live music shows happening around the city today .   Want to get in touch? Follow us @CityCastAustin on Instagram , or email us at [email protected] . You can also call or text us at 702-514-0719. For more Austin news, make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter . Learn more about becoming a City Cast Austin Neighbor at membership.citycast.fm . Looking to advertise on City Cast Las Vegas? Check out our options for podcast and newsletter ads at citycast.fm/advertise . Learn more about the sponsors of this September 22nd episode: The Brooklynn Miller Foundation

Join the Austin Conversation

1 minSep 9, 2026

Join host Miles Bloxson and the award-winning City Cast Austin team as they dig into the stories, conversations, and places Austin's obsessed with. From the latest out of City Hall to the buzz about the newest bar on East Sixth, City Cast Austin is having the conversation Austinites need. Learn more and subscribe to our companion daily newsletter at ⁠ austin.citycast.fm ⁠ . Read with your coffee. Listen on your drive. Watch in your feed. We've got y'all, Austin.

An Update From City Cast Austin

1 minApr 27, 2026

The City Cast Austin podcast is taking a brief break over the next few months to regroup and develop some new concepts. In the meantime, be sure to keep us in your feeds and be on the look out for our return. Stay connected with the latest Austin news and future podcast updates via our newsletter . If you aren’t already subscribed to our daily morning newsletter, now’s the time to sign up.

City’s Controversial Encampment Crackdown, Firefighter Wins in Court, & Austin’s Viral Owlet

39 minApr 24, 2026

The City of Austin is considering changing how it responds to homeless encampments, including deploying daily cleanup teams. But after a recent video highlighted the human impacts of these sweeps, questions are being asked about what that process should look like. On this week's Friday News Roundup, host Nikki DaVaughn is joined by executive producer Eva Ruth Moravec and newsletter editor Kelsey Bradshaw to break it all down. Plus, the Austin firefighter pushing for equality in workers’ compensation and the baby owl stealing our hearts (and plenty of our screen time). Want some more Austin news? Then make sure to sign up for our City Cast Austin newsletter . And don’t forget– you can support this show and get great perks by becoming a City Cast Austin Neighbor at membership.citycast.fm Follow us @citycastaustin You can also text us or leave a voicemail . Interested in advertising with City Cast? Find more info HERE Learn more about the sponsors of this April 24th episode: City of Austin Taskrabbit Visit Port Aransas

Is Austin Really a Blues City?

37 minApr 23, 2026

Decades ago, Stevie Ray Vaughan brought the Texas Blues to town — but since then, Austin has birthed a well-known blues festival and kept the Austin Home of the Blues, Antone’s Nightclub, in business. And, thanks to a 50-year lease, Antone’s won’t be moving out anytime soon. So, where do the blues fit into Austin’s status as the “Live Music Capital of the World”? Executive Producer Eva Ruth Moravec sits down with Austin’s longtime icon, “Soul Man Sam” Evans , to hear about how we got here; and later is joined by relative newcomer D.K. Harrell to talk about the future of blues in Austin. Catch both musicians’ live sets this weekend at the Austin Blues Festival . Want some more Austin news? Then make sure to sign up for our City Cast Austin newsletter .. And don’t forget– you can support this show and get great perks by becoming a City Cast Austin Neighbor at membership.citycast.fm Follow us @citycastaustin You can also text us or leave a voicemail . Interested in advertising with City Cast? Find more info HERE Learn more about the sponsors of this April 23rd episode: City of Austin Taskrabbit Visit Port Aransas

What You Don’t Know About Austin’s Trees

25 minApr 22, 2026

Austin’s tree canopy is something to be proud of — even more so if you don’t zoom in. Did you know that the disparities between East Austin and West Austin even extend up to the trees? This Earth Day, learn something new about our tree canopy in today’s episode, a conversation between host Nikki DaVaughn and TreeFolks’ Executive Director Andrew W. Smiley . Plus, stay tuned for our midweek mood boost, about Central Health's new flagship location . This episode originally aired on May 13, 2025. Want some more Austin news? Then make sure to sign up for our City Cast Austin newsletter .. And don’t forget– you can support this show and get great perks by becoming a City Cast Austin Neighbor at membership.citycast.fm Follow us @citycastaustin You can also text us or leave a voicemail . Interested in advertising with City Cast? Find more info HERE Learn more about the sponsors of this April 22nd episode: City of Austin Taskrabbit Visit Port Aransas

Could Austin Lose $2.5M in State Grants? Plus, Rowdy Spring Weather and Unhappy Northeasterners

27 minApr 21, 2026

On today’s Tuesday News Roundup, host Nikki DaVaughn is joined by executive producer Eva Ruth Moravec and Grace Reader, the city hall and local government reporter for KXAN, to talk about the latest fight between the State of Texas and the City of Austin — this time over Austin police’s new ICE policy. Plus, what to watch for in the skies in the next few weeks, why you should pack a “go” bag and be prepared for flooding even in a drought , and whether North Easterners can truly be happy in Austin .

Why AISD’s Deficit Just Keeps Getting Worse

23 minApr 20, 2026

The Austin Independent School District recently shared the troubling news that its deficit could balloon to $181 million next year, even after it closes 10 campuses. Staffing cuts are seemingly inevitable — so what’s on the chopping block? Host Nikki DaVaughn is joined by Keri Heath , an education reporter for the Austin American-Statesman, to find out why the district’s expenses are higher than expected, and get into how declining enrollment and property values affect the budget . Want some more Austin news? Then make sure to sign up for our City Cast Austin newsletter .. And don’t forget– you can support this show and get great perks by becoming a City Cast Austin Neighbor at membership.citycast.fm Follow us @citycastaustin You can also text us or leave a voicemail . Interested in advertising with City Cast? Find more info HERE Learn more about the sponsors of this April 20th episode: City of Austin Taskrabbit Visit Port Aransas

Red River's Glow-Up, City Threatens Overpaid Workers, & Reggae Fest

32 minApr 17, 2026

The Red River Cultural District has unveiled a plan to revamp its so-called "Music Mile," a 10-block stretch from 15th to 5th streets. The proposal follows the district's recent economic impact report , but doesn’t mention how much the makeover would cost. On today's Friday News Roundup, host Nikki DaVaughn is joined by producers Elissa Castles and Eva Ruth Moravec to discuss the hopeful changes coming and why upgrading and preserving the street matters. Plus, a lightning round of news updates on: the Cabana Club shooting , Austin's best-in-the-nation coffee ( we agree ), and why some city employees were threatened with a lawsuit . Then, stick around for the team's weekend picks! Want some more Austin news? Then make sure to sign up for our City Cast Austin newsletter . And don’t forget– you can support this show and get great perks by becoming a City Cast Austin Neighbor at membership.citycast.fm Follow us @citycastaustin You can also text us or leave a voicemail . Interested in advertising with City Cast? Find more info HERE Learn more about the sponsors of this April 17th episode: Window Nation Downtown Austin Alliance

Are Austinites Happy?

33 minApr 16, 2026

Austin is officially the 39th happiest city in America to live in, according to a recent WalletHub survey . But what does that even mean? Host Nikki DaVaughn is joined by Shaun Branigan , writer and actor at Esther's Follies; and City Cast Austin producer Elissa Castles to determine, using questionable scientific and math logic, just how happy is Austin? Want some more Austin news? Then make sure to sign up for our City Cast Austin newsletter .. And don’t forget– you can support this show and get great perks by becoming a City Cast Austin Neighbor at membership.citycast.fm Follow us @citycastaustin You can also text us or leave a voicemail . Interested in advertising with City Cast? Find more info HERE Learn more about the sponsors of this April 16th episode: Window Nation Downtown Austin Alliance

There’s More to Austin BBQ Than Franklin

33 minApr 15, 2026

Southern Living magazine has once again crowned Franklin Barbecue as the best in Texas , which made us wonder — is it? Host Nikki DaVaughn is joined by Texas Monthly’s barbecue editor, Daniel Vaughn , to get into how Austin has become the most competitive barbecue city in the U.S., and his choices for the best spots for BBQ in town. Plus, stay tuned for Nikki’s Midweek Mood Boost about Austin Community College. This episode originally aired Nov. 19th, 2025 Want some more Austin news? Then make sure to sign up for our City Cast Austin newsletter .. And don’t forget– you can support this show and get great perks by becoming a City Cast Austin Neighbor at membership.citycast.fm Follow us @citycastaustin You can also text us or leave a voicemail . Interested in advertising with City Cast? Find more info HERE Learn more about the sponsors of this April 15th episode: Window Nation Downtown Austin Alliance