Should You Care About Conventions? Plus, Gully Boys and a MN Book Award Author

Predatory Housing Scheme, Sean Sherman Decolonizes Food, and Civic Improv

A new chapter in Indigenous cuisine has arrived in Minneapolis. Today, we talk with James Beard Award-winning chef Sean Sherman about Indígena by Owamni, his just-opened restaurant at the Guthrie Theater and what it means to put Indigenous ingredients and culture at the center of a menu. Then, Sahan Journal reporter Joey Peters breaks down how contracts for deed are being used to exploit Somali homebuyers in Minnesota, and what a recent court verdict means for accountability. Finally, Tane Danger reflects on moderating an onstage conversation between Minneapolis Mayor Jacob Frey and City Council President Elliott Payne at the Granada Theater. Learn more about the topics discussed in today's episode: Indígena by Owamni [https://owamni.com/] Indígena by Owamni opens a new chapter for Sean Sherman's Indigenous cooking [https://www.mprnews.org/story/2026/06/22/indgena-by-owamni-opens-a-new-chapter-for-sean-shermans-indigenous-cooking] (MPR News) How Contracts for Deed Put Families at Financial Risk [https://www.propublica.org/article/how-contracts-for-deed-put-families-at-financial-risk] (ProPublica / Sahan Journal) Political foes Minneapolis mayor and City Council president partner in unlikely improv show [https://www.startribune.com/political-foes-minneapolis-mayor-and-city-council-president-partner-in-unlikely-improv-show/601862830] (Star Tribune) The Future of Minneapolis show [https://www.dangerboat.net/upcoming/future-of-minneapolis] (Theater of Public Policy) Become a City Cast Twin Cities Neighbor [https://membership.citycast.fm/twincities] Upcoming Theater of Public Policy shows: July 14: Hennepin County with Commissioners Angela Conley, Irene Fernando, and Marion Greene July 28, Infectious Disease with U of M public health expert Dr. Michael Osterholm August 11, Closing the Racial Wealth Gap with GroundBreak CEO Adair Mosley August 25: Global Affairs with Mary Curtin, Thomas Hanson, and Arshad Muhammad September 9: The Future of St. Paul with Mayor Kaohly Her and City Council President Rebecca Noecker *Tickets at dangerboat.net/upcoming [https://www.dangerboat.net/upcoming] Learn more about the sponsors of this July 2nd episode: Vida y Deportes [https://vidaydeportes.com/] Twin Cities PBS [https://tpt.org/] BidFTA Online Auctions [https://www.bidfta.com/] Want to get in touch? Follow us @CityCastTwinCities on Instagram [https://www.instagram.com/citycasttwincities/], or email us at twincities@citycast.fm [twincities@citycast.fm]. You can also call or text us at 612-217-0637. For more Twin Cities news, make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter, City Cast Twin Cities. Looking to advertise on City Cast Twin Cities? Check out our options for podcast and newsletter ads at citycast.fm/advertise [https://citycast.fm/advertise/].

Keep It Sexy On the River. Plus, Picnic Pro Tips and TC Rookie Mistakes

July will happily remind you that summer is a marathon and a sprint. There’s a lot to do and you can’t do it all. Let us plan your month for you with tips on where to float, pick berries, see shows, and enjoy a picnic with a view. Then, our entire cast of contributors will share their greatest Twin Cities regrets. Don’t be like us! Avoid these rookie mistakes! Learn more about the topics discussed in today's episode: Your Guide to the Twin Cities in July [https://twincities.citycast.fm/guides/your-guide-to-the-twin-cities-in-july] (City Cast Twin Cities) Become a City Cast Twin Cities Neighbor [https://membership.citycast.fm/twincities] If you enjoyed today's interview with Brandon Savela, Co-Founder and CEO at North Canna, learn more here [https://www.northcanna.com/]. Learn more about the sponsors of this July 1st episode: Vida y Deportes [https://vidaydeportes.com/] Twin Cities PBS [https://tpt.org/] BidFTA Online Auctions [https://www.bidfta.com/] Want to get in touch? Follow us @CityCastTwinCities on Instagram [https://www.instagram.com/citycasttwincities/], or email us at twincities@citycast.fm [twincities@citycast.fm]. You can also call or text us at 612-217-0637. For more Twin Cities news, make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter, City Cast Twin Cities. Looking to advertise on City Cast Twin Cities? Check out our options for podcast and newsletter ads at citycast.fm/advertise [https://citycast.fm/advertise/].

Heat Dome Survival Tips, Insider’s Guide to NE, and a Backyard Concert Series

A heat dome has settled over the Twin Cities, and we’re sharing recommendations to beat the beat. Also tune in for a full roundup of the best spots Northeast has to offer. Food critic Kirstie Kimball and Midwest Excellence Newsletter writer Randball’s Stu share their survival strategies for the week ahead, while a backstage conversation with Sean Kershaw and Timothy Hawkins reveals how a backyard wedding singalong in West 7th quietly became one of the most beloved concert series in the city. Learn more about the topics discussed in today's episode: The Future of Minneapolis event [https://www.dangerboat.net/upcoming/future-of-minneapolis] (Theater of Public Policy) The Midwest Excellence Guide to Beating the Heat [https://midwest-excellence.ghost.io/the-midwest-excellence-guide-to-beating-the-heat/?ref=midwest-excellence-newsletter] (Randball Stu) Grand Oak Opry [https://grandoakopry.com/] Become a City Cast Twin Cities Neighbor [https://membership.citycast.fm/twincities] Learn more about the sponsors of this June 30 episode: Vida y Deportes [https://vidaydeportes.com/] Twin Cities PBS [https://tpt.org/] BidFTA Online Auctions [https://www.bidfta.com/] Want to get in touch? Follow us @CityCastTwinCities on Instagram [https://www.instagram.com/citycasttwincities/], or email us at twincities@citycast.fm [twincities@citycast.fm]. You can also call or text us at 612-217-0637. For more Twin Cities news, make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter, City Cast Twin Cities. Looking to advertise on City Cast Twin Cities? Check out our options for podcast and newsletter ads at citycast.fm/advertise [https://citycast.fm/advertise/].

Can Small Businesses Save Uptown? Plus, Why All-Ages Venues Matter

It’s our first ever live show! We take the stage at Pilllar Forum to talk about the state of indie venues with owner Corey Bracken. FYI, don’t bring your George Foreman grill into the green room. We prognosticate on the big issues facing the Twin Cities and play Hot Dish Hushhhhh. Learn more about the topics discussed in today's episode: Become a City Cast Twin Cities Neighbor [https://membership.citycast.fm/twincities] Learn more about the sponsors of this June 29th episode: Vida y Deportes [https://vidaydeportes.com/] Twin Cities PBS [https://tpt.org/] BidFTA Online Auctions [https://www.bidfta.com/] Want to get in touch? Follow us @CityCastTwinCities on Instagram [https://www.instagram.com/citycasttwincities/], or email us at twincities@citycast.fm [twincities@citycast.fm]. You can also call or text us at 612-217-0637. For more Twin Cities news, make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter, City Cast Twin Cities. Looking to advertise on City Cast Twin Cities? Check out our options for podcast and newsletter ads at citycast.fm/advertise [https://citycast.fm/advertise/].

Northeast's Brewery Boom Is Fading. Plus, the Future of the Northeast Neighborhoods

Today we head to Northeast Minneapolis – recording live at Pillar Forum – to dig into what's really happening with the neighborhood's beloved brewery scene and where the Northeast neighborhoods are headed next. Contributor Hans Buetow and the Northeaster’s Davis Steen break down which breweries are closing, what might fill those massive spaces, and whether Northeast can hold onto the artists and communities that made it worth caring about in the first place. And to hear our conversation about an extremely niche singles club, all you have to do is become a City Cast Twin Cities Neighbor [https://membership.citycast.fm/twincities]! Join today. Learn more about the topics discussed in today's episode: Buckthorn Removal Singles Club [http://mplsbrsc.com/] Chimborazo is still open [https://www.instagram.com/p/DZ8FLIAmutJ/?hl=en] Momo Sushi Rises Again [https://mspmag.com/eat-and-drink/foodie/momo-sushi-reopens-northeast-minneapolis-beast-barbecue-space/] (MSP Mag) Northeaster [https://www.mynortheaster.com/] If you enjoyed today's interview with Jill Hornbacher, the Senior Director of Public Relations at Comcast, learn more here [https://www.xfinity.com/overview]. Learn more about the sponsors of this June 26th episode: North Canna [https://www.northcanna.com/] - get 30% of your first purchase at northcanna.com Indeed Brewing Company [https://indeedbrewing.com/] Studio J-Bo [https://www.studioj-bo.com/] Twin Cities PBS [https://tpt.org/] Want to get in touch? Follow us @CityCastTwinCities on Instagram [https://www.instagram.com/citycasttwincities/], or email us at twincities@citycast.fm [twincities@citycast.fm]. You can also call or text us at 612-217-0637. For more Twin Cities news, make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter, City Cast Twin Cities. Looking to advertise on City Cast Twin Cities? Check out our options for podcast and newsletter ads at citycast.fm/advertise [https://citycast.fm/advertise/].