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The Politics Hour with Kojo NnamdiThe Politics Hour: How local leaders hope to navigate tough economic times aheadAs Metro wrestles with a murky financial future, local leaders making up the DMV Moves task force are debating what a dedicated, predictable funding model might look like for the region's public transportation. Options on the table include a regional sales tax, higher vehicle registration fees, and increasing income taxes. Maryland State Delegate Marc Korman is a member of the 20-member task force and he joined the show to give his thoughts on the best approach. Plus, Korman weighed in on Maryland Governor Wes Moore's recent veto of a reparations bill.D.C. Mayor Muriel Bowser released...2025-05-3050 minThe Politics Hour with Kojo NnamdiThe Politics Hour: Remembering Virginia Rep. Gerry Connolly, and D.C. prepares for a military paradeLong-time Virginia Congressman Gerry Connolly passed away unexpectedly this week. He was a fierce advocate for federal workers, a former chair of the Fairfax County Board of Supervisors, and a frequent guest on The Politics Hour. Former U.S. Representative Tom Davis - and the man who held the 11th congressional district seat before Connolly was elected - shared his memories of the congressman.Connolly had an outsized impact on Fairfax County, from his work on the Board of Supervisors to representing Virginia's largest county in Congress. Virginia State Sen. Dave Marsden, representing parts of Fairfax County...2025-05-2350 minThe Politics Hour with Kojo NnamdiThe Politics Hour: The politics of data centers and funding schools without raising taxesVirginia's primary races are heating up, most notably the lieutenant governor's race. While the Republicans have a presumptive nominee, six Democratic candidates are vying for the post. WAMU's Northern Virginia Reporter Margaret Barthel broke down the lieutenant governor's race, as well as the Democratic candidates for attorney general. She also shared why the governor's race is also being closely watched.Loudoun County has more data centers than anywhere else in the world, earning the county the nickname "Data Center Alley." Residents and elected officials have recently looked to limit data center construction. The Loudoun County Board of...2025-05-1649 minThe Politics Hour with Kojo NnamdiThe Politics Hour: What’s next for Prince George’s County if the Washington Commanders leave?D.C. Mayor Muriel Bowser proposed repealing Initiative 82 earlier this week, reigniting the fight over D.C.'s tipped minimum wage law. But given that voters passed the measure twice, the mayor could have trouble getting support from the D.C. Council. Chairman Phil Mendelson got behind the mic to give his thoughts.He said overturning Initiative 82 again is politically difficult for the council. "I have to see where the members are going to be," Mendelson said. "And at the moment, I don't think the members are supporting repeal." He said he still op...2025-05-0949 min
Diane Rehm: On My MindDiane's farewell messageDiane Rehm started her career at WAMU 52 years ago as a volunteer. In 1979, she began hosting WAMU’s local morning talk show, Kaleidoscope, which was renamed The Diane Rehm Show in 1984. The Diane Rehm Show grew from a local program to one with international reach and a weekly on-air audience of nearly 3 million. In 2016, Diane decided to step away from daily live radio, and brought her unique mix of curiosity, honesty, intimacy and four decades of hosting experience to the podcast world with On My Mind.In 2020, during the heart of the pandemic, Diane...2025-05-0802 min
WAMU: Local NewsWAMU’s Week Ahead: Travel disruptions in Northern Virginia, D.C. emergency rental assistance, EU Open House weekendStories WAMU is following this week include a facelift to the Roosevelt Bridge, the REAL ID coming online at airports and Arlington National Cemetery, an emergency renting bill at the D.C. council and the EU open house weekend.2025-05-0504 minThe Politics Hour with Kojo NnamdiThe Politics Hour: D.C. Mayor Muriel Bowser on the RFK stadium dealOn Monday, the District announced the city had struck a nearly $4 billion deal with the Washington Commanders to build a new football stadium and a massive mixed-use development at the old RFK site. The city is chipping in about $1 billion in infrastructure improvements to the site, including two parking facilities. D.C. Mayor Muriel Bowser joined the show to share how the agreement came together and why she thinks it's a good deal for the District. The deal still needs approval from the D.C. Council; we asked how she plans to sell the idea to skeptical lawmakers.2025-05-0249 minThe Politics Hour with Kojo NnamdiThe Politics Hour: D.C. Councilmember Charles Allen on the $3 billion deal for a new D.C. football stadiumD.C. Mayor Muriel Bowser and the Washington Commanders are reportedly close to striking a $3 billion deal to build a new football stadium anchoring a massive mixed-use development at the old RFK site. It's believed to include at least $850 million from the District for parking and preparing the site, with the team paying to build the stadium itself. And the price tag could raise with an addition of a Metro station. However, not all city officials support using taxpayers' dollars to help finance a home for the Commanders. Ward 6 D.C. Councilmember Charles Allen joined the show to explain...2025-04-2550 minThe Politics Hour with Kojo NnamdiThe Politics Hour: Metro General Manager Randy Clarke lays out Metro’s futureD.C. and the Washington Commanders are reportedly closing in on a $3 billion deal to build a new stadium on the old RFK stadium site, which would bring the NFL franchise back to the District. While numbers reportedly are not finalized yet, the framework has the team paying a majority of the costs associated with building the new stadium. NBC 4's Mark Segraves first broke the story and he joined the show to break down what's in the deal and what may happen next.Metro has recently experienced some of its highest ridership in years, spurred by...2025-04-1849 minThe Politics Hour with Kojo NnamdiThe Politics Hour: Alexandria Mayor Alyia Gaskins talks Old Town tourism and Washington Post's Marc Fisher on OvechkinAlexandria is dealing with the impacts of a shrinking federal workforce on its economy, tax base, and ability to fund even some basic services. Mayor Alyia Gaskins sat down with Kojo and Tom to discuss the local challenges that come with cutting thousands of federal positions. Plus, Mayor Gaskins explained why Alexandria is not a sanctuary city.Washington Capitals legend Alexander Ovechkin broke the long-held NHL scoring record this past weekend. The hockey superstar has played his entire 20-year career in the District, and local fans have bonded with the Russian-born athlete. Washington Post columnist Marc Fisher...2025-04-1150 minThe Politics Hour with Kojo NnamdiThe Politics Hour: Montgomery County Executive Marc Elrich on federal health agency firingsThe Trump administration laid off thousands of employees working at federal health agencies this week, including many at the National Institutes of Health in Montgomery County. The firings are expected to have far-ranging effects on the local workforce, county revenue, and public health. County Executive Marc Elrich joined Kojo and Tom to discuss what the continued shrinking of the federal workforce means for Montgomery County. Plus, he explained why he is proposing an increase in property taxes in this year's budget.Late last week, President Trump issued an executive order creating a task force aimed at crime...2025-04-0449 min
Dish CitySolutions ModeThere are problems with food delivery. There's the reliance on gig laborers who say they are underpaid. Restaurants have to pay high commission fees on top of most orders. And delivery companies wind up operating on threadbare margins and still haven't turned an annual profit. Oh, and soggy fries. We haven't quite solved for that yet.
There's plenty to vent about. But, food delivery's not going anywhere. So, on our season finale: Can food delivery be better?
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Dish CityGig Work: The Fine Print Of Food Delivery"Quick sign up! Flexible hours! Be your own boss!"
The perks of gig work are well-known, but do they actually reflect the reality of drivers working for food delivery apps? Patrick and Ruth try driving for DoorDash to find out. Plus, they interview three drivers in D.C., Seattle, and Denton, Texas, to see how gig workers are fighting for better working conditions.
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Dish CityThe Rise And Farce Of Third-Party Delivery AppsDoorDash started a decade after its competitors, but now controls half of the food delivery market in the U.S. What can we learn from the very first order its founders delivered? And how did all these third-party platforms reshape the way we think of food delivery? Ruth and Patrick explore the origins of DoorDash and examine whether the "magic wand" it built for restaurateurs is working.
Note: This episode has been updated to reflect DoorDash and Uber Eats' current policy regarding listing restaurants on their platforms.
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Dish CityHow Big Pizza And Big Tech Made Hot Delivery PossibleIn the '60s, delivering pizzas meant wrapping hot pies in a blanket or driving them to customers over open flames. With those humble (and, uh, life-threatening) beginnings, how did we get to the quick and easy delivery everyone knows and loves today? From heatproof bags to rotating ovens, Patrick Fort and Ruth Tam investigate how 'big pizza' changed the delivery game forever.
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Dish CityHow American Chinese Food Became Delivery FoodOn a cold November night in 1976, a New York City restaurateur named Misa Chang started sliding delivery menus under her neighbors’ doors for her Chinese restaurant in Manhattan. Chang wasn’t the first to offer delivery, but when delivery gained traction in U.S. cities, Chinese restaurants were often the first to do it. As dishes like chop suey and General Tso's chicken became part of American food culture, Americans’ feelings toward the Chinese Americans who made the food (and delivered it) remained stuck in the past. And now, as demand for delivery increases, many American Chinese restaurants are closin...2021-05-2030 min
Dish CityWhy Is Delivery A Thing?When you really think about it, delivering food from restaurants to homes is kind of strange. Nothing about the process saves money and it doesn't make the food taste any better! And yet, platforms like DoorDash and Grubhub doubled their revenue during the pandemic. So, what's the history of this weird system? Welcome to the latest season of Dish City, where we unwrap the past, present and future of delivery. Read a transcript of this episode at dishcity.org. Follow us on Twitter and Instagram: @dishcity. Leave us a tip at wamu.org/supportdishcity. Email us your favorite delivery o...2021-05-1330 min
Through The CracksNew Year, Old WoundsIn the season finale of Through The Cracks: What’s changed since Relisha disappeared in 2014? And has the city done enough to prevent more Relishas?
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Through The Cracks"No Good Mother"On the penultimate episode of Through The Cracks, we consider the role Shamika Young played in her daughter Relisha Rudd’s life. How was she blamed for Relisha’s disappearance and how much of that blame does she deserve?
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Through The CracksThe SearchOn the day the District went public with their search for Relisha Rudd, she had already been missing for over two weeks. What’s it like to search for a girl no one noticed was missing for 18 days?
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Through The CracksJanitor, Doctor, GodfatherWho was Kahlil Tatum? Was he a loving husband and surrogate father? A cold killer? We dig into the past of the janitor who served families at D.C. General, the “doctor” who excused Relisha from school and the “godfather” many children had grown to trust.
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Through The CracksAlmost Like JailHow did 8-year-old Relisha Rudd go from living in an apartment, to a motel, to a shelter inside an “abandoned hospital”? Host Jonquilyn Hill explores life inside a homeless shelter.
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Through The CracksKicked OutBefore Relisha moved into a homeless shelter, her family lived together in an apartment near Congress Heights. But a chain of events led them to landlord-tenant court, and ultimately on the street. In this episode: Jonquilyn Hill explores how Relisha lost her home and wound up in a shelter in the most ‘tenant-friendly’ city in the country.
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Through The CracksTies That BindA child’s family is their first safety net. When she disappeared in 2014, 8-year-old Relisha Rudd was living with her family at a homeless shelter in Washington, D.C., where a number of people shared responsibility for her. Before she vanished, each one of her family members had already fallen through the cracks in one way or another.
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Through The CracksRelisha Goes MissingWhen 8-year-old Relisha Rudd disappeared from a homeless shelter in Washington, D.C. in 2014, nobody noticed. By the time police appeared at the homeless shelter where Relisha lived with her family, 18 days had passed since she’d been seen at school or in the shelter. On this episode: What happened in March 2014.
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51st51st: With Democrats In Charge, Is DC Destined For Statehood?The city's chances at statehood have improved in 2021, but there’s still one big obstacle: the filibuster.
This is a special bonus episode of 51st, from WAMU's What's With Washington. To support the show, visit wamu.org/supportwhatswith. 2021-01-0713 minWhat's With Washington51st: With Democrats In Charge, Is DC Destined For Statehood?The city's chances at statehood have improved in 2021, but there’s still one big obstacle: the filibuster.
This is a special bonus episode of 51st, from WAMU's What's With Washington. To support the show, visit wamu.org/supportwhatswith. 2021-01-0713 min
Dish CityThe Foodie With No TasteMost people who contract coronavirus recover, but we still don't know much about the lingering side effects – including the loss of taste and smell. Patrick talks with a local foodie who survived the virus but hasn't fully regained his ability to taste and smell.
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Dish CityWinter Is…You KnowAs Game of Thrones nerds can tell you, "winter is coming" is more than a seasonal weather forecast –it's a warning. With that in mind, what are local restaurants with outdoor dining doing to prepare for the harshest season? And, given the limits in federal and local coronavirus financial relief, what do they actually have control over? Ruth and Patrick follow a restaurant and brewery owner's preparations –and their state of mind– as we count the days towards the cold.
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51st51st: Greetings From Douglass CommonwealthWhat does Washington, D.C.'s future hold? We take a trip to 2030 to find out. Plus, Kojo Nnamdi and Tom Sherwood explore why D.C. statehood is so personal for local journalists like them. This is the sixth and final episode of 51st, from WAMU's What's With Washington. To support the show, visit wamu.org/supportwhatswith.2020-10-2729 minWhat's With Washington51st: Greetings From Douglass CommonwealthWhat does Washington, D.C.'s future hold? We take a trip to 2030 to find out. Plus, Kojo Nnamdi and Tom Sherwood explore why D.C. statehood is so personal for local journalists like them. This is the sixth and final episode of 51st, from WAMU's What's With Washington. To support the show, visit wamu.org/supportwhatswith.2020-10-2729 min
Dish CityThe Restaurant From The FutureWhat does the future hold for restaurants? To predict what a restaurant in 2022 will look like, Patrick and Ruth time travel to see what lessons we can learn from previous pandemics.
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What's With Washington51st: From Prisons To Weed, How District Life Is DifferentD.C.'s status as a district has drastically altered the lives of some residents, including people convicted of felonies and medical marijuana patients. Formerly incarcerated Washingtonian Jameon Gray and marijuana legalization advocate Adam Eidinger share their stories, and D.C.'s attorney general offers up solutions. This is the fifth episode of 51st, from WAMU's What's With Washington.
To support the show, visit wamu.org/supportwhatswith.2020-10-2029 min51st51st: From Prisons To Weed, How District Life Is DifferentD.C.'s status as a district has drastically altered the lives of some residents, including people convicted of felonies and medical marijuana patients. Formerly incarcerated Washingtonian Jameon Gray and marijuana legalization advocate Adam Eidinger share their stories, and D.C.'s attorney general offers up solutions. This is the fifth episode of 51st, from WAMU's What's With Washington.
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What's With Washington51st: Is D.C. Statehood Even Legal?Should D.C. become its own state, combine with Maryland or stay the way it is? Most local activists say 51st statehood is the only way to go, but opponents believe it violates the U.S. Constitution — among other issues. Who’s right here? This is the fourth episode of 51st, from WAMU’s What’s With Washington.
To support the show, visit wamu.org/supportwhatswith.2020-10-1335 min51st51st: Is D.C. Statehood Even Legal?Should D.C. become its own state, combine with Maryland or stay the way it is? Most local activists say 51st statehood is the only way to go, but opponents believe it violates the U.S. Constitution — among other issues. Who’s right here? This is the fourth episode of 51st, from WAMU’s What’s With Washington.
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What's With Washington51st: ‘Take This Thing To The Streets’The civil rights movement is reshaping D.C.'s push for representation and local control. Will local leaders like Walter Fauntroy and Marion Barry be able to get the city on solid ground? This is the third episode of 51st, from WAMU's What's With Washington.
To support the show, visit wamu.org/supportwhatswith.2020-10-0634 min51st51st: ‘Take This Thing To The Streets’The civil rights movement is reshaping D.C.'s push for representation and local control. Will local leaders like Walter Fauntroy and Marion Barry be able to get the city on solid ground? This is the third episode of 51st, from WAMU's What's With Washington.
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Dish CityIt’s Fall, Eat A MooncakeNow that fall is here, Patrick is enjoying his cozy flannel shirts and crisp pumpkin beers. But for Ruth, entering this season is bittersweet. Cultural holidays like the Mid-Autumn Festival are normally comforting this time of year. But for Asians who observe this harvest celebration, there's no easy way to safely gather and eat traditional mooncakes during a pandemic. To get some perspective on family food traditions and what they offer us this season, Ruth turns to D.C. resident Suzanne Nuyen, the creator of Vietnamese food blog, Bun Bo Bae.
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Dish CityThe Decision To Dine OutAs bars and restaurants in the Washington region continue to reopen, diners are flocking back looking for a sense of normalcy. For Patrick, the decision to dine out is a lot more complicated than it was pre-pandemic. In his attempt to find a safe way to dine, he learns how others are making that decision and gets advice from local restaurateurs, government regulators and his co-host Ruth.
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Dish CityClosing Time: A Farewell To Eighteenth Street LoungeWhen Eighteenth Street Lounge closed permanently in June 2020, Washingtonians mourned the "end of an era." Ruth and Patrick look back on the nightclub's 25-year legacy, its mark on the underground music scene and the ways D.C.'s nightlife scene has changed since it opened.
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What's With WashingtonNext Virtual Trivia: Oct 1!Join Mikaela for another night of What’s With Washington Virtual Trivia on October 1st! Test your knowledge of the Washington region’s history, geography, culture and ...hint hint... D.C.’s push for statehood during this live Zoom event. You’ll also get a chance to win a pair of What’s With Washington socks.
The event is on Thursday, October 1, from 7:30-8:30 p.m. ET. The event is free and open to everyone.
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What's With WashingtonVirtual Trivia Returns! July 23Calling all D.C. trivia nerds! We had so much fun at our first virtual trivia event in May so we're doing it again!
Join Mikaela Lefrak on Thursday, July 23, from 7:30 – 8:30 p.m. for live, local trivia. Test your knowledge of D.C. area history, geography and culture in this free, community-building event that’s open to everyone.
To participate, register by 5 p.m. on July 23. All registered participants will receive an email with instructions on how to connect to our virtual event. The event is free, but donations to WAMU are welcome!
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Dish CityCall Your LandlordRent is due in a week! And restaurants are still struggling to make it through the pandemic. If they don’t renegotiate their leases, restaurants and bars won’t survive. But, landlords are hurting too. Patrick and Ruth continue their exploration of negotiating rent during coronavirus with real estate experts, and the owners of Sloppy Mama’s Barbecue and Pupatella. Plus: An update on Burmese restaurant Thamee and their rent negotiations. Note: This episode is Part 2 of a series on paying the rent. Listen to Part 1 wherever you get your podcasts.
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Dish CityWhen Restaurants Can’t Pay RentEven before the pandemic, restaurants struggled to pay rent. And now, whether they're starting to re-open, only doing takeout or remaining closed...they still owe rent! Patrick and Ruth take a look at one restaurant's challenges, and their attempt to negotiate with their landlord. Note: This episode is Part 1 of a series on paying the rent. Listen to Part 2 wherever you get your podcasts!
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Dish CityWhen D.C. Burned In 1968Following the police killing of George Floyd in Minneapolis, D.C. has been gripped in protest for five days straight. As demonstrations intensify, local food businesses downtown have been broken into and burned.
This isn't the first time Washingtonians have protested the loss of black life, and it's not the first time restaurants have witnessed it. Ruth and Patrick revisit a conversation with Virginia Ali, who cofounded Ben's Chili Bowl and witnessed the 1968 protests that destroyed her neighborhood. Virginia Ali shares the origin story of Ben’s, why her business stayed open through the protests and how th...2020-06-0310 min
Dish CityThe Big PivotNo surprises to anyone listening: Dish City has had to pivot. But, it's nothing compared to what local restaurant owners and workers are dealing with. On week 11 of working from home, Patrick and Ruth turn to the owners of Compass Coffee and Hank's Oyster Bar to see how they made decisions during some of the most intense weeks of their lives. Then, they talk to two Washingtonians –a bartender and a Muslim community leader– about how they've each changed their approach to food service during the pandemic.
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Dating While GraySage AdviceLaura talks with writer Sophy Burnham, who offers romance insights based on her decades of personal experience. Then Laura gets relationship advice from Leora Hoffman, an attorney-turned- matchmaker who built her business while finding a partner for herself. Listeners phone in with their own advice about love before Laura speaks with marriage and family therapist Katherine Woodward Thomas. Her books “Calling In The One” and “Conscious Uncoupling” help people make romantic connections, or lovingly end them.
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Contact La...2020-05-1400 minWhat's With WashingtonVirtual Trivia: Join Us May 14!Calling all D.C. trivia nerds! It’s time to test your knowledge and face off in WAMU’s first-ever virtual trivia event!
Join Mikaela Lefrak on Thursday, May 14 from 7:30 – 8:30 p.m. for live, D.C.-themed trivia. Test your knowledge of D.C. history, sports, culture and quirks in this free, community-building event that’s open to everyone.
To participate, we ask that you pre-register on Eventbrite by 3 p.m. on May 14 (The event is free, but donations are welcome!). All registered participants will receive an email with instructions on how to connect to our virtual event.
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Dish CityThe Moral Calculus Of Buying Food During A PandemicBefore the pandemic, getting takeout or going to the grocery store didn't seem too complicated. Now, the coronavirus is revealing new challenges, as well as old vulnerabilities. With the help of restaurant owners, grocery workers and small farmers, Patrick and Ruth navigate the moral minefield that is getting food during a pandemic.
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Leave us a tip at wamu.org/supportdishcity.2020-05-0733 minDating While GrayThis Is MeLaura talks with Rev. Joani Peacock, who made a personal discovery around the time her marriage ended. She’s confident in herself -- but that doesn’t mean it’s easier to date. Then Laura sits down with Giselle, who found acceptance only after letting go of a long-held secret. Finally, while we’re all social distancing, Laura checks in with Ann, who’s found a creative way to be her true self and keep the spark alive in a long-distance romance.
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Dish CityCooking Under QuarantineStopping by the corner store for an extra onion or a last-minute bottle of wine is just not going to cut it anymore. Many of us are quarantined or sheltering-in-place with fewer food options. So, how are Patrick and Ruth making the most with what they have? They talk to Charles Duan and Jenny Gao, two creative home cooks who never let any ingredient go to waste. Also, they chat with Derek Brown about his Twitter mission to write people custom cocktail recipes, and his suggestions for enjoying them mindfully. Read a transcript.
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Dish CityIntroducing: Dish City Season 2Ruth and Patrick are setting aside their original plans for Dish City Season 2. For the foreseeable future, Dish City will cover the coronavirus pandemic's affect on the D.C. area's local food systems. Here's a sneak peek of what you can expect every other Thursday.
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Instagram: @dishcity2020-04-2102 minDating While GrayBrand New DayLaura talks with Maxine, who lived most of her life as a self-described “alpha male” until the day things just clicked. Then Laura sits down with The Naked Truth author Leslie Morgan Steiner. Leslie describes how she reclaimed her sexuality after her gray divorce, and teaches Laura how to open her eyes to the possibilities of making romantic connections. Laura also learns about making connections despite physical distancing from listeners like Robert, who gave virtual speed dating a go.
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Read a transcript of this episod...2020-04-1600 minDating While GrayCustom-Built CommitmentLaura talks with legendary women’s college basketball coach Elaine Elliott, whose commitment to her partner endured long after the romance was over. Then, Norm and Jeanne share the story of how they built a solid partnership without mentioning the “C” word. Finally, Laura sits down with public radio icon Diane Rehm, who put her own modern spin on a traditional choice.
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...2020-04-0200 minWhat's With WashingtonCoronavirus Testing Explained, Plus Ways To HelpTo see the latest coronavirus coverage, visit WAMU.org and DCist.com. We're updating our stories around the clock. We've also created a Facebook group. To join, search for "D.C. Area Coronavirus Updates" on Facebook.
The reporters behind What's With Washington have been hustling to cover COVID-19 in every way they can, and in this episode, we're highlighting some of their work. Daniella Cheslow, WAMU's power and influence reporter, joins Mikaela to break down a question many of us are asking: Why is it taking so long to get lots of people tested? Then, we look for ways to...2020-03-2415 minDating While GrayMoney TalkLaura talks with Ken, who’s reluctant to date after feeling financially burned in his marriage; accountant and financial planner Colette Kolanko, who says we can find creative and loving ways to talk about money with a future partner; and Bob and Marge, who merged their lives without blending bank accounts.
Note: In response to COVID-19, the Dating While Gray team is working from home. New episodes of the show will be released every other Thursday for the foreseeable future. Stay safe and wash your hands!
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Support Dating While Gray by donating to WAMU, or becoming a member: wamu.org...2020-03-1200 minWhat's With WashingtonAn Embassy Mystery: What’s Up With Iran’s Properties In D.C.The former Iranian Embassy and ambassador's residence on D.C.'s Embassy Row have been boarded up for decades. But recently, a listener noticed construction outside one of them, and asked us to investigate. The story of the mansions involves wild '70s parties, the Iranian Revolution, and a landlord you wouldn't expect: the U.S. State Department. Monna Kashfi, the executive producer of WAMU's Kojo Nnamdi Show and an Iranian politics expert, joins the show.
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...2020-03-1018 minDating While GraySex TalkLaura talks with Sandy, who shares how communication set the stage for her second ‘first time,’ and Dr. Jen Gunter, author of The Vagina Bible, and a leading advocate for communicating about women’s sexual health. Then she debunks myths about male sexual health with Dr. Arthur Burnett, a surgeon and scientist whose research led to the development of Viagra. Finally, Laura learns about communication, intimacy and adult toys with Kathryn Ellis, an occupational therapist and sexuality counselor.
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Read a transc...2020-03-0500 minDating While GrayThings We Do For LoveLaura talks with Steven, who tries bonding with his partner’s vicious dog even as their marriage hits the rocks; Jamie, who offers to share her home with an unlikely housemate; and Jenevieve, who throws practicality aside to summon the online dating spirits.
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What's With WashingtonWhat’s With Washington: LIVE!A few weeks ago, What’s With Washington went on the road (to NPR’s D.C. headquarters, that is) for our first ever live event. We talked about what makes a good What’s With Washington question! There was a muralist! And there was a Washington-region trivia quiz! Host Mikaela Lefrak grilled WAMU and DCist reporters on their Washington knowledge. On this episode of What's With Washington, highlights from our live event.
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If you LOVE What's With Washington, become a member! Head to wamu.org/donate to support the show and more great podcas...2020-02-2526 minDating While GrayFlying SoloHost Laura Stassi talks with New Yorker Dennis, who doesn’t want to give up the single life. Maybe he’s waiting for the perfect woman to finally become available? Then there’s Michele in Washington, D.C. Despite successfully connecting people in her large professional and social circles, she hasn’t made a romantic connection for herself. Finally, life coach Amy Schoen says people who want to couple up need to be intentional in thought and actions.
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Read a transcri...2020-02-2000 minDating While GrayStarting All Over AgainHost Laura Stassi attends her 40th high school reunion, where her former classmates open up about their own love lives and dating strategies. Then, she revisits a man she went on a date with to get schooled on online dating as well as the “three-date” rule. Finally, she gleans inspiration from a couple who met at the apartment building where they both live.
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Email Laura with your stories and questions at da...2020-02-1300 minWhat's With WashingtonWhy Do Washingtonians Freak Out About Snow?You've seen the terrible drivers and empty store shelves. But is there a deeper reason why Washingtonians can't handle the snow? Or are we just wimps about winter weather? WAMU editor and Midwesterner Letese' Clark joins Mikaela to figure out the basis for our snow panic. Then Mikaela finds some real winter joy with photojournalist and Southerner Tyrone Turner.
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UnprecedentedA Thousand Ways to Kill YouAnthony Elonis wrote a series of Facebook posts describing gory fantasies of revenge, often in the form of rap lyrics, against his estranged wife and others. He was later convicted of violating a federal law that prohibits such threats and was sentenced to more than three years in prison. Elonis claimed he was merely venting and using an established art form, just like Eminem. And that the First Amendment protects violent speech. Listen to the Season 1 finale of Unprecedented.
If you love Unprecedented, you can support the show and more great podcasts from WAMU by heading to wamu.org/donate.2019-12-1800 minWhat's With WashingtonD.C.’s Buildings Have Peaked: The Height Rule, ExplainedWhat’s with the height limit on D.C. buildings? And if there were no limit, would the city be more affordable? Mikaela Lefrak gets a view from the top…of the Washington National Cathedral! Then, WAMU's chief zoning nerd Martin Austermuhle shares the history of this complicated rule and how it impacts affordable housing in the District.
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UnprecedentedBodily Harm Is ComingTo a Klu Klux Klan member, a flaming cross is a "beautiful" symbol of "racial purity." To many Americans, it's the image of racist intimidation. But, what is it to the Supreme Court, and is it protected by the Constitution? In the emotionally-charged case, Virginia v. Black, the KKK learns the difference between intent and historical perception — with unexpected assistance from an African American ACLU lawyer. Plus: A Supreme Court Justice breaks his years-long silence.
If you love Unprecedented, you can support the show and more great podcasts from WAMU by heading to wamu.org/donate.2019-12-1100 minWhat's With WashingtonWill Amazon Change D.C.’s Dating Scene?Stymied by dating in the District, a listener wonders if her chances will improve when Amazon brings new jobs -- and perhaps an influx of dating prospects -- to the DMV. Business and Development reporter Ally Schweitzer speculates about whether the gender ratio will change and Mikaela phones a friend in Seattle to understand how Amazon has changed the other Washington.
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UnprecedentedDrugs for a DeityJoe Frederick knew that students have some free speech rights, but he wanted to find out just how far those rights go. So when his high school class headed outside to watch the Olympic torch pass through their Alaska neighborhood in January 2002, Joe unfurled a 14-foot-banner that would test the limits of the First Amendment in school. Except...no one really understood what the banner meant, including Joe Frederick!
If you love Unprecedented, you can support the show and more great podcasts from WAMU by heading to wamu.org/donate.2019-12-0400 minWhat's With WashingtonBad Suits And Bold Dresses: Inside Washingtonians’ Fashion ChoicesNot everyone in D.C. is a white collar square, but nonetheless, ill-fitting navy suits and Ann Taylor Loft dresses are what come to mind when you imagine a “D.C. uniform.” Where does this stereotype come from, and is it even true? Mikaela Lefrak and 1A producer Jonquilyn Hill hit the streets to check out local fashion and figure out if D.C.’s retail clothing game has hit a ceiling.
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Dish CityEpilogue: A Very D.C. ThanksgivingSurprise! It's a special Thanksgiving episode of Dish City.
Thanksgiving is one of the few holidays with a set dinner menu. Despite the obvious dishes, families and friends all over D.C. put their own spin on tradition every year. Patrick and Ruth interview one Washingtonian who tried to make last year's Thanksgiving the most D.C. Thanksgiving ever. Plus: Patrick and Ruth get into the kitchen and cook together for the first time.
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UnprecedentedThe Most Moderate ProtestJohn and Mary Beth Tinker—teenagers in Iowa during the mid-1960s—wore black armbands to school one day as a symbolic protest against the Vietnam War. They were both suspended and later sued the Des Moines school district for violating their First Amendment rights. The armbands may seem mild compared to the vocal walkouts we see today. But at the time, it was described as "a disturbing situation within the schools." In this landmark case, the Supreme Court weighed whether freedom of speech extends to public students.
If you love Unprecedented, you can support the show and more great podca...2019-11-2000 minWhat's With WashingtonPeas, Yes; Pineapples, No: D.C.’s Local Produce Scene, ExploredWhat does it mean to "buy seasonal" in the D.C. area? A listener seeks a guide to the region's local produce, and to answer, reporter Esther Ciammachilli takes us on a tour of the region’s agricultural economy, from a Virginia farm to a D.C. restaurant that uses only ingredients they can buy directly from farmers.
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UnprecedentedMiddle Finger To GodWhen Albert Snyder arrived for the funeral service of his son Matthew, a young Marine who died in the Iraq War, he was surprised by the noise and chaos that greeted him. Seven members of the Westboro Baptist Church—which believes that U.S. military casualties are a result of God's anger at an America that embraces sin—were picketing the funeral, holding signs with messages like "Thank God for Dead Soldiers." Snyder sued Westboro for Intentional Infliction of Emotional Distress, and the Supreme Court had to decide: Does the First Amendment protect hurtful speech directed at a private citizen?
If y...2019-11-1300 minWhat's With WashingtonThe Georgetown Metro MythAs far as neighborhoods go, Georgetown has a bad rap...for public transit. The usual refrain? Georgetown residents didn't want a Metro station because they thought it would introduce crime to their community. Transportation reporter Jordan Pascale takes several field trips and joins Mikaela to explain the REAL reasons why Georgetown has no Metro station.
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UnprecedentedTerry Abrahamson’s Dirty JokeWhen asked to pen some biting humor for the pages of Hustler back in 1983, writer Terry Abrahamson took aim at evangelical Christian preacher Jerry Falwell. The result was a vulgar parody of a real Campari ad—though instead of celebrities coyly talking about their "first time" tasting the Italian liqueur, Abrahamson wrote a fictional account of Falwell's first time having sex (SPOILER: it was in an outhouse, with his own mother). Falwell sued Hustler for intentional infliction of emotional distress, and the Supreme Court had to decide: Does the First Amendment give us the right to parody a public figure?
If...2019-11-0600 minWhat's With WashingtonVirginia Is For (Ham) Lovers, And Other Iconic Foods From The Washington RegionA listener asks whether D.C. has any "iconic" foods -- since Maryland's got the blue crab and Virginia has ham. Dish City hosts Ruth Tam and Patrick Fort join Mikaela to deconstruct the idea that our city has no iconic foods. Then, the group shares some crabs and learns why the ham is so important to the state of Virginia.
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Unprecedented“Not Alone In My Own Body”Emily Heiden was pregnant, panicked, and searching for advice. She found a clinic on the internet that promised medical guidance "without politics or hype," yet what she encountered was not what she expected. California lawmakers, concerned about the way religious pregnancy centers marketed their services, later passed a law requiring them to include information about abortions. But the centers sued, arguing that the First Amendment protected them from having to advertise abortion services.
This week, we discuss whether a state can compel you to say something you disagree with on moral grounds -- from the perspective of the 2018 case NIFLA...2019-10-3000 minWhat's With WashingtonHow Go-Go Became D.C.’s Unofficial SoundtrackAs a musical genre, go-go is hard to capture with words. But walking through D.C., its beats are instantly recognizable. Mikaela and All Things Considered Host Jonathan Wilson dig into go-go's history and legacy, and DCist Senior Editor Rachel Kurzius talks about recent efforts to suppress go-go and the resounding "nope" that is the Don't Mute D.C. movement.
Bonus: We head to the go-go to check out W.H.A.T. Band.
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Dish CityPower LunchFrom high-powered creatives and business executives in New York, to lawyers and politicians in D.C., the power lunch has long been a staple for the wealthy and powerful. And the classic steakhouse has always been the quintessential setting for these meals.
But as more and more young people move to D.C., do power lunches still hold the cachet they once did? And, despite being known as a "steakhouse town" for decades, are D.C.'s steaks still the ultimate "power lunch"?
Ruth and Patrick explore the local lunch scene to see if what...2019-10-2420 min
UnprecedentedLive Free…or TryUnprecedented begins with the story of a man who, nearly a half-century ago, committed a minor act of civil disobedience when he covered up the state motto on his license plate. Meet George Maynard, who battled New Hampshire over a slogan—Live Free or Die—that he found personally repugnant. His deeply held convictions would land him in jail, cost him his job, and carry him all the way to the Supreme Court.
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Dish CitySoul FoodD.C. has historically been part of the American South. But as D.C.'s population has grown and diversified, its obvious ties to the South are starting to fade. Patrick and Ruth dine at the Florida Avenue Grill and Succotash, and take a detour through local football history, to learn what D.C.'s Southern and Soul Food restaurants tell us about our regional roots.
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Dish CityPupusasThe pupusa is one of the most recognizable dishes in El Salvador and one of the most delicious street foods in the world. It's loved locally and yet restaurants that serve and celebrate just Salvadoran food seem underrepresented in the District. Ruth and Patrick sample local Salvadoran Mexican cuisine from Audi Field, El Tamarindo and Gloria's Pupuseria to figure out how lesser-known immigrant cuisines distinguish themselves in D.C. Meet us at Reliable Tavern, October 15, from 6-8 p.m. to discuss this episode and more! Details: dishcity.org/sidedish Twitter & Instagram: @dishcity Email: dishcity@wamu.org Theme music by...2019-10-1020 min
UnprecedentedIntroducing UnprecedentedA new podcast from WAMU introduces you to the accidental guardians of our First Amendment rights.2019-10-0300 min
Dish CityMumbo SauceWashingtonians have been pouring blood red, sticky-sweet mumbo sauce over chicken wings and fries for decades. That's why, when the D.C. Mayor Muriel Bowser said it "annoyed" her and hadn't heard of the sauce until she was an adult, she caused an uproar. What would it mean if mumbo sauce wasn’t even from D.C.? We trace the mysterious origins of D.C.'s choice condiment and consider what it takes to stake a claim on a dish: history or pride? Follow us on Twitter and Instagram: @dishcity. Join us for our Tuesday meetups to discuss our mo...2019-10-0317 min
Dish CityJumbo SliceJumbo slice is divisive. A single, floppy slice is longer than most diners' forearms. While it's a favorite among late night partiers, especially in Adams Morgan, it's often derided as "drunk food" and has historically been blamed for all the fights and litter on 18th street on weekends. Ruth and Patrick call on pizza experts near and far to understand why jumbo slice has stood the test of time -- and why it's so beloved. Follow us on Twitter and Instagram: @dishcity. Dish City depends on the generosity of listeners like you! Donate at wamu.org/supportdishcity. Join us...2019-09-2620 minWhat's With WashingtonWatergate Salad Is Made Of What?! What A Retro Dessert Can Teach Us About D.C.’s PastDespite its name, this once-popular dessert doesn't include a single vegetable. It does, however, share its name with one of D.C.'s most famous buildings. In this mini episode, Mikaela and editor Gabe Bullard dive into the retro delicacy's history and explore how it got its distinctive name. There's also a taste test (beware: mouth sounds abound). Season 2 launches October 29.
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Dish CityEthiopian CuisineEthiopian cuisine is a D.C. mainstay, so when Ruth and Patrick taste "fast-casual Ethiopian" at Union Market, they have questions. What does it mean when a chef tries to put a new spin on dishes that are thousands of years old? We visit a family restaurant that's sticking to tradition, talk to a chef who tried to make the "Rasika of Ethiopian food," and collect some scorching hot takes from perhaps the best-known Ethiopian chef out there, Marcus Samuelsson. Follow us on Twitter and Instagram: @dishcity. Dish City depends on the generosity of listeners like you! Donate at w...2019-09-1921 minWhat's With WashingtonDaycare Costs How Much?! Why Childcare is So Expensive in the Washington RegionDaycare is so expensive some parents are postponing their plans to have kids. Elly Yu and Martin Austermuhle join Mikaela to demystify the hidden costs of childcare in the DMV.
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The What’s With Washington podcast is made possible by our listeners. To support the show, visit wamu.org/donate/.2019-05-0719 minWhat's With WashingtonA Crest, a Breast, and a Hot Mess: The Story Behind the D.C., Maryland, and Virginia FlagsA listener wants to know why the Maryland flag is such a mesmerizing mess, leading Mikaela to look into the three main flags of the DMV. DCist's Rachel Sadon tries to figure out why the district's flag is everywhere and vexillologist Jack Lowe joins Mikaela to share some history and explain what his title even means.
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The What’s With Washington podcast is made possible by our listeners. To support the show, visit wamu.org/donate/.2019-04-3020 minWhat's With WashingtonA Wombat Can Dream: Why the National Zoo Prefers Elephants to our Favorite Fuzzy Wuzzy Chubby Cutie Snuggly Marsupial (an Exposé)When a listener writes in asking why the National Zoo doesn't have a wombat, you can count on Mikaela to confront the zookeepers about their decision-making. Then, Poncie Rutsch joins Mikaela to talk about the surprising history of the National Zoo. Hint: It includes a taxidermist, a bison hunt and a menagerie of animals on the National Mall.
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The What’s With Washington podcast is made possible by our listeners. To support the show, visit wamu.org/donate/.2019-04-2319 minWhat's With WashingtonDo Pizza Boxes Go to Heaven? Your DMV Recycling Questions, AnsweredSo you think you recycle...but where do your plastic bags, jam jars, and soda cans actually go? Jacob Fenston joins Mikaela on a field trip to the recycling plant to find out once and for all. Bonus: a local artist finds a way to recycle what the region can't!
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The What’s With Washington podcast is made possible by our listeners. To support the show, visit wamu.org/donate/.2019-04-1618 minWhat's With WashingtonBikes, Pedestrians, Scooters, Oh My! Why Aren’t Sidewalks for Walking Anymore?Bikes often end up on the sidewalks in the DMV even where there are bike lanes. Tyrone Turner joins Mikaela to get to the bottom of a question posed by a frustrated pedestrian. And an urban planner tries to make sense of the chaos.
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The What’s With Washington podcast is made possible by our listeners. To support the show, visit wamu.org/donate/.2019-04-0917 minWhat's With WashingtonFrom Duke Ellington to Blues Alley: What’s With D.C.’s Jazz Scene These Days?"Are there still jazz clubs where up-and-coming artists perform?" Sasha-Ann Simons joins Mikaela to answer a question from a recent transplant to Damascus, MD. And we learn what role one embassy played in D.C.'s jazz history.
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The What’s With Washington podcast is made possible by our listeners. To support the show, visit wamu.org/donate/.2019-04-0917 min
The Pod ShopDish City PilotPatrick Fort and Ruth Tam are producers at WAMU. They both love to eat and talk about food—often at the same time. That’s why they make Dish City. The show digs into D.C.’s iconic foods, who eats them and how both are changing.
Theme music by Daniel Peterschmidt
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Walking Shoes by Blue Dot Sessions
The Zeppelin by Blue Dot Sessions
Spunk Lit by Blue Dot Sessions
Admin by A. A. Aalto
Lanky by Blue Dot Sessions
Greylock by Blue Dot Sessions
Tu connais Babar by Mocke
You can learn more about...2018-12-1200 minThe Pod ShopDish City TrailerPatrick Fort and Ruth Tam are producers at WAMU. They both love to eat and talk about food—often at the same time. That's why they make the podcast Dish City. The show digs into D.C.'s iconic foods, who eats them and how both are changing.
You can learn more about The Pod Shop at wamu.org/podshop2018-11-1200 min
MetropocalypseEpisode 26: Ride With Metro’s GMWAMU's Martin DiCaro commutes with Metro's GM; we talk with a transportation expert about the impact of the rail system's impending hour cutbacks.2016-12-1200 min
MetropocalypseEpisode 1: The SurgeWelcome to the inaugural edition of Metropocalypse, WAMU 88.5's new podcast about Metro. WAMU 88.5's Martin DiCaro and Politico's Martine Powers explore what the "new normal" will be for the Washington region's subway system, and we talk to the chairman of Metro's board about why commuters will have to pay peak fares during disrupted service.2016-05-3100 min
MetropocalypseMetropocalypse: TrailerExplosions and smoke-filled tunnels. Turf wars between government agencies. Frustrated riders and epic commutes. This has become the new normal for the Metro system. Metropocalypse, a weekly podcast from WAMU 88.5 News, explores the latest developments, answers riders’ burning questions and finds humor and insight amid our region's commuting nightmares.2016-05-2500 min