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USA TODAY’s critically acclaimed investigative podcast about power in American cities. Season 1, Chicago: A black neighborhood fights back when a mysterious man with mob ties builds an illegal dump across the street from an elementary school. Along the way they confront corrupt politicians, apathetic bureaucrats—and a secret undercover FBI investigation. Season 2, Reno: A surprising proxy battle for the future of Reno pits a brash strip club kingpin against power brokers in city hall. The…

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Stephanie's Second Chance | S2 E9

The courts reach a decision in Stephanie's appeal. Plus, some news about The City. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info .

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The Stand-off | S2 E8

In this follow-up to our investigation of Tesla's Nevada Gigafactory, we look at what happens when state safety inspectors and one of the state’s biggest employers go head to head. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info .

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The Confrontation | S2 E7

In this Season 2 bonus episode, accusations of sexual assault at the Spice House strip club come to light. Two women who work there head to the club to confront their bosses, their phones secretly set to record. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info .

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A New Reno | S2 E6

As old Reno disappears around them, Kamy, Stephanie, and Velma all try to find their bearings. For bonus and behind-the-scenes content for Episode 6, visit thecitypodcast.com . Or follow us: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thecitypod/ Twitter: https://www.twitter.com/thecitypod Facebook: https://facebook.com/thecitypod See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy…

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Behind the Curtains | S2 E5

A mysterious device shows up at the Wild Orchid, and Kamy is paranoid the city is out to get him. Everyone wants to know what’s happening in the strip club’s VIP rooms—including the courts. For bonus and behind-the-scenes content for Episode 5, visit thecitypodcast.com . Or follow us: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thecitypod/ Twitter: https://www.twitter.com/thecitypod Facebook:…

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West World | S2 E4

We go 20 miles east of Reno, to a mountainous landscape full of wild horses, brothels, and Tesla’s futuristic Gigafactory. City boosters say it’s the engine driving the New Reno. But the truth of what that means is darker and more complicated than it first appears. For bonus and behind-the-scenes content for Episode 4, visit thecitypodcast.com . Or follow us: Instagram:…

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The Pendulum | S2 E3

Big-game hunters in town for an annual safari convention go to the Wild Orchid looking to let loose. But city police have other plans, marking Reno’s latest swing from permissiveness to restrictiveness. For bonus and behind-the-scenes content for Episode 3, visit thecitypodcast.com . Or follow us: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thecitypod/ Twitter: https://www.twitter.com/thecitypod…

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If They Want War, We'll Give 'Em War | S2 E2

A secret report on strip clubs is revealed, but it’s no smoking gun. As Midtown changes, residents of a weekly hotel make their fury known to a council that says they’re just pawns in a bigger game. For bonus and behind-the-scenes content for Episode 2, visit thecitypodcast.com . Or follow us: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thecitypod/ Twitter: https://www.twitter.com/thecitypod Facebook:…

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Battlelines | S2 E1

In a changing Reno, city boosters concoct a plan to force strip clubs out of downtown. But Reno’s strip club kingpin won’t go quietly. As the city tightens its grip, it’s dancers who feel the squeeze. For bonus and behind-the-scenes content for Episode 1, visit thecitypodcast.com . Or follow us: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thecitypod/ Twitter: https://www.twitter.com/thecitypod Facebook:…

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