EPISODE · Mar 10, 2026 · 34 MIN
Who Is the Oat Mafia? Plus Wayward Cafe vs. Seattle Vegans
from City Cast Seattle · host City Cast
Today on the podcast, Jane is joined by producer Sam J. Leeds and Seattle journalist Aimee Rawlins to discuss the Oat Mafia – Aimee’s coverage of the farmers trying to bring oat farming back to the US and the role Seattle played in introducing oat milk to the world. Then, we break down the drama playing out as Wayward Vegan Cafe drops the “vegan” and starts serving chicken, eggs, and cheese. Ever the history nerd, Sam shares a timeline from the cafe’s 30-year run across at least five rounds of ownership. And finally, all three share some good news for the week. Learn more about the sponsors of this February 26th episode Ignite Seattle Window Nation Discover Seattle Want to get in touch? Follow us @CityCastSeattle on Instagram, or email us at [email protected]. You can also call or text us at 206-880-3931. For more Seattle news, make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter, City Cast Seattle. Support City Cast Seattle by becoming a member: membership.citycast.fm/seattle Looking to advertise on City Cast Seattle? Check out our options for podcast and newsletter ads at citycast.fm/advertise.
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Today on the podcast, Jane is joined by producer Sam J. Leeds and Seattle journalist Aimee Rawlins to discuss the Oat Mafia – Aimee’s coverage of the farmers trying to bring oat farming back to the US and the role Seattle played in introducing oat milk to the world. Then, we break down the drama playing out as Wayward Vegan Cafe drops the “vegan” and starts serving chicken, eggs, and cheese. Ever the history nerd, Sam shares a timeline from the cafe’s 30-year run across at least five rounds of ownership. And finally, all three share some good news for the week. Learn more about the sponsors of this February 26th episode Ignite Seattle Window Nation Discover Seattle Want to get in touch? Follow us @CityCastSeattle on Instagram, or email us at [email protected]. You can also call or text us at 206-880-3931. For more Seattle news, make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter, City Cast Seattle. Support City Cast Seattle by becoming a member: membership.citycast.fm/seattle Looking to advertise on City Cast Seattle? Check out our options for podcast and newsletter ads at citycast.fm/advertise.
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