Best Salt Lake Podcasts (2024)

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What’s Utah’s Next Trend Export? 23:15

1h ago23:15

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Utahns get mocked mercilessly for our taste — from dirty sodas to our unusual baby names — but they almost always become a national trend. What gives? Deseret News features writer Meg Walter joins host Ali Vallarta to explain why our cultural identity is misunderstood and explore Utah’s next trend export. Get a $5 ticket to 801 Day at Second Summit…

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Taleen and Brooks should work it out on the remix | Real Housewives of Dubai Season 2 Episode 7 Recap 1:11:56

14h ago1:11:56

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This week SO much happens. Ayan has her beauty brand launch, some dates occur between friends and couples, where we find out Brooks has called Taleen a beggar. Everything comes to a head at Stanbury’s housewarming party, where Brooks starts making nasty comments about Taleen and she overhears it. This was one of the best housewife dinners we have h…

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Chandler Morrison - AMERICAN NARCISSUS - Episode 270 57:56

2h ago57:56

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This week I welcome author Chandler Morrison to the show. We talk about his latest novel American Narcissus out now on Dead Sky Publishing. Chandler has become one of my favorite writers as of late so it was great talking with him about his work. Thanks for listening! Kyler --- American Narcissus Synopsis: "The American dream is dead, and Los Angel…

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Functional Obsolescence Unveiled: The Silent Value Killer in Real Estate Investments—and How to Defeat It! 31:07

1d ago31:07

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Functional Obsolescence Unveiled: The Silent Value Killer in Real Estate Investments—and How to Defeat It! There's a often overlooked risk of investing in reale state: obsolescence. Whether we're focused on properties that are or will become functionally obsolete or drift directly into economic or physical obsolescence... these are real-world risks…

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Speaking on Business: Kaushay & Co. 1:30

2d ago1:30

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This is Derek Miller, Speaking on Business. From locations and caterers to dresses and floral arrangements, planning a wedding can be a stressful and heavy lift. This is where local full-service wedding and event company Kaushay & Co. comes in. Principal Planner & Designer Kaushay Ford joins us with more.Kaushay Ford:Many people consider Utah the w…

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Olympic Pajama Party, a Westside Snub, and Galaxy Happy Hour 29:46

36m ago29:46

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Salt Lake City is expected to officially — finally! — be granted the 2034 Winter Olympics. Host Ali Vallarta and executive producer Emily Means parse through economic data to figure out the gains and consider attending SLC’s 3 a.m. pajama party to celebrate. Plus, a Westside snub in Fairpark’s stadium development, a call-out for coffee vendors, and…

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Is Local News Losing Faith or Gaining It? 26:10

7h ago26:10

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Just 32% of Americans have even “a fair amount” of trust in news reporting. Bet you have feelings about this as a local media consumer! University of Utah journalism professor Jacob Nelson tells host Ali Vallarta how reporters misunderstand their own audiences’ distrust and why local news hits different. Resources and references: “Imagined Audience…

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Will Legislators Plot Revenge on Utah’s Supreme Court? 26:00

1h ago26:00

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Utah’s Supreme Court just ruled that legislators overstepped when they altered a citizen-led ballot initiative related to redistricting. Who dares put the Utah Legislature in check? KSL-TV reporter Lindsay Aerts tells host Ali Vallarta why this signals a political power shift in Utah, and what it could mean for ever-frustrated Salt Lake voters. Res…

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E-Bike Lottery, Pool Poo Prevention, and Ogden’s Purple Horse 30:59

1d ago30:59

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Salt Lake City opened an e-bike lottery! But are our streets ready? Executive producer Emily Means joins host Ali Vallarta to explain how people can apply and debate whether e-bikes are really bicycles. Plus, the Utah Supreme Court empowered voters, poop prevention in local pools, and a controversial purple horse. Resources and references: Apply fo…

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Why It’s So Damn Hot Today 21:34

2d ago21:34

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Holy heck it’s hot in Salt Lake, with much of Utah under an excessive heat warning through Saturday, July 13. National Weather Service meteorologist Jon Wilson explains to host Ali Vallarta why temps are so high, how to stay safe, and what to expect for the rest of the summer. Read “How to protect yourself from the Salt Lake heat” for more tips and…

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Shoval Tshuva - FUNKY - 2024 WYOIFF - Episode 269 11:06

2d ago11:06

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This week I return to the Wyoming International Film Festival. WYOIFF has easily become one of my top festival picks and I encourage filmmakers and filmgoers to check it out. The festival takes place July 9-14, 2024 in Cheyenne, Wyoming. If you find yourself anywhere near eastern Wyoming this week, find the time to see some of these incredible film…

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Dedi Felman - TAKE GOOD CARE - 2024 WYOIFF - Episode 268 15:36

2d ago15:36

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This week I return to the Wyoming International Film Festival. WYOIFF has easily become one of my top festival picks and I encourage filmmakers and filmgoers to check it out. The festival takes place July 9-14, 2024 in Cheyenne, Wyoming. If you find yourself anywhere near eastern Wyoming this week, find the time to see some of these incredible film…

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Monique Sorgen - LYING IS COMPLICATED - 2024 WYOIFF - Episode 267 14:25

2d ago14:25

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This week I return to the Wyoming International Film Festival. WYOIFF has easily become one of my top festival picks and I encourage filmmakers and filmgoers to check it out. The festival takes place July 9-14, 2024 in Cheyenne, Wyoming. If you find yourself anywhere near eastern Wyoming this week, find the time to see some of these incredible film…

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Zoe Kelly & Elliot Norton - STOCKTON TO TABLE ROCK - 2024 WYOIFF - Episode 266 16:16

2d ago16:16

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This week I return to the Wyoming International Film Festival. WYOIFF has easily become one of my top festival picks and I encourage filmmakers and filmgoers to check it out. The festival takes place July 9-14, 2024 in Cheyenne, Wyoming. If you find yourself anywhere near eastern Wyoming this week, find the time to see some of these incredible film…

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Stanbury’s priorities | Real Housewives of Dubai Season 2 Episode 6 Recap 53:50

3d ago53:50

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This week Stanbury is at the heart of almost every conversation. She fights with Sara out in the dessert, she has some tough conversations with Sergio and her children, she goes to visit Taleen, and Brooks and Sara can’t help but be jealous of her Instagram stories! This week we also touch on the Whitney Rose MLM controversy and discuss our thought…

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Christy Stratton - THE RUNT - 2024 WYOIFF - Episode 265 14:20

3d ago14:20

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This week I return to the Wyoming International Film Festival. WYOIFF has easily become one of my top festival picks and I encourage filmmakers and filmgoers to check it out. The festival takes place July 9-14, 2024 in Cheyenne, Wyoming. If you find yourself anywhere near eastern Wyoming this week, find the time to see some of these incredible film…

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Jagur Rozell - NICE SPARE - 2024 WYOIFF - Episode 264 9:57

3d ago9:57

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This week I return to the Wyoming International Film Festival. WYOIFF has easily become one of my top festival picks and I encourage filmmakers and filmgoers to check it out. The festival takes place July 9-14, 2024 in Cheyenne, Wyoming. If you find yourself anywhere near eastern Wyoming this week, find the time to see some of these incredible film…

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A First Look at Salt Lake County’s Homelessness Plan 25:04

3d ago25:04

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Salt Lake County has a brand new homelessness plan, and we want to know: What’s in it? Katherine Fife, Salt Lake County’s associate deputy mayor, joins executive producer Emily Means to explain what the county is doing to address this statewide humanitarian crisis, in light of the recent Supreme Court ruling allowing cities to criminalize homelessn…

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Maria Valdez - VIDA - 2024 WYOIFF - Episode 263 10:01

3d ago10:01

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This week I return to the Wyoming International Film Festival. WYOIFF has easily become one of my top festival picks and I encourage filmmakers and filmgoers to check it out. The festival takes place July 9-14, 2024 in Cheyenne, Wyoming. If you find yourself anywhere near eastern Wyoming this week, find the time to see some of these incredible film…

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Nadia Zoe - A LITTLE FAMILY DRAMA - 2024 WYOIFF - Episode 262 15:01

3d ago15:01

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This week I return to the Wyoming International Film Festival. WYOIFF has easily become one of my top festival picks and I encourage filmmakers and filmgoers to check it out. The festival takes place July 9-14, 2024 in Cheyenne, Wyoming. If you find yourself anywhere near eastern Wyoming this week, find the time to see some of these incredible film…

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Santhosh Ram Mavuri - WEAVE OF CULTURE - 2024 WYOIFF - Episode 261 7:50

8d ago7:50

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This week I return to the Wyoming International Film Festival. WYOIFF has easily become one of my top festival picks and I encourage filmmakers and filmgoers to check it out. The festival takes place July 9-14, 2024 in Cheyenne, Wyoming. If you find yourself anywhere near eastern Wyoming this week, find the time to see some of these incredible film…

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Roe Moore - UNDERCOVER WRESTLER - 2024 WYOIFF - Episode 260 12:02

4d ago12:02

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This week I return to the Wyoming International Film Festival. WYOIFF has easily become one of my top festival picks and I encourage filmmakers and filmgoers to check it out. The festival takes place July 9-14, 2024 in Cheyenne, Wyoming. If you find yourself anywhere near eastern Wyoming this week, find the time to see some of these incredible film…

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Shelly Ro - CARLY - 2024 WYOIFF - Episode 259 13:54

4d ago13:54

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This week I return to the Wyoming International Film Festival. WYOIFF has easily become one of my top festival picks and I encourage filmmakers and filmgoers to check it out. The festival takes place July 9-14, 2024 in Cheyenne, Wyoming. If you find yourself anywhere near eastern Wyoming this week, find the time to see some of these incredible film…

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Sports District Vote, Alt Symphony Venues, and Heatwave Help 32:58

4d ago32:58

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The Salt Lake City Council plans to take its first big vote on the downtown sports and entertainment district Tuesday. Executive producer Emily Means and producer Ivana Martinez examine the proposal and how residents could still get involved in the process. Plus, alternative venues for the Utah Symphony, a heatwave volunteer opportunity, and a fun …

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Joe Greening - I WANT YOU - 2024 WYOIFF - Episode 258 8:06

4d ago8:06

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This week I return to the Wyoming International Film Festival. WYOIFF has easily become one of my top festival picks and I encourage filmmakers and filmgoers to check it out. The festival takes place July 9-14, 2024 in Cheyenne, Wyoming. If you find yourself anywhere near eastern Wyoming this week, find the time to see some of these incredible film…

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Dave Herring - LONE WOLF - 2024 WYOIFF - Episode 257 11:12

10d ago11:12

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This week I return to the Wyoming International Film Festival. WYOIFF has easily become one of my top festival picks and I encourage filmmakers and filmgoers to check it out. The festival takes place July 9-14, 2024 in Cheyenne, Wyoming. If you find yourself anywhere near eastern Wyoming this week, find the time to see some of these incredible film…

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Mikaela Bruce - NOT AFRAID - 2024 WYOIFF - Episode 256 12:26

4d ago12:26

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This week I return to the Wyoming International Film Festival. WYOIFF has easily become one of my top festival picks and I encourage filmmakers and filmgoers to check it out. The festival takes place July 9-14, 2024 in Cheyenne, Wyoming. If you find yourself anywhere near eastern Wyoming this week, find the time to see some of these incredible film…

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Will Floor & Madeline Wolfenbarger - JUST START - 2024 WYOIFF - Episode 255 13:28

5d ago13:28

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This week I return to the Wyoming International Film Festival. WYOIFF has easily become one of my top festival picks and I encourage filmmakers and filmgoers to check it out. The festival takes place July 9-14, 2024 in Cheyenne, Wyoming. If you find yourself anywhere near eastern Wyoming this week, find the time to see some of these incredible film…

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Know Your Rights as a Renter in Salt Lake 28:21

5d ago28:21

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In a state where an eviction attorney proudly claims to have written Utah’s landlord-tenant laws, what rights do renters really have? Executive producer Emily Means talks to paralegal practitioner Denise George about what tenants should know before signing a lease and what tools they have to protect themselves. Resources and references: Denise Geor…

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Jeremiah M. Carter - 2024 WYOIFF - Episode 254 11:27

9d ago11:27

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This week I return to the Wyoming International Film Festival. WYOIFF has easily become one of my top festival picks and I encourage filmmakers and filmgoers to check it out. The festival takes place July 9-14, 2024 in Cheyenne, Wyoming. If you find yourself anywhere near eastern Wyoming this week, find the time to see some of these incredible film…

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John Festervand & John Barnhardt - AN OPEN DOOR - 2024 WYOIFF - Episode 253 28:42

5d ago28:42

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This week I return to the Wyoming International Film Festival. WYOIFF has easily become one of my top festival picks and I encourage filmmakers and filmgoers to check it out. The festival takes place July 9-14, 2024 in Cheyenne, Wyoming. If you find yourself anywhere near eastern Wyoming this week, find the time to see some of these incredible film…

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Nicholas Marchetti - YOU MOURN WEIRD - 2024 WYOIFF - Episode 252 8:34

5d ago8:34

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This week I return to the Wyoming International Film Festival. WYOIFF has easily become one of my top festival picks and I encourage filmmakers and filmgoers to check it out. The festival takes place July 9-14, 2024 in Cheyenne, Wyoming. If you find yourself anywhere near eastern Wyoming this week, find the time to see some of these incredible film…

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Darren Haruo Rae - NISEI - 2024 WYOIFF - Episode 251 10:53

6d ago10:53

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This week I return to the Wyoming International Film Festival. WYOIFF has easily become one of my top festival picks and I encourage filmmakers and film goers to check it out. The festival takes place July 9-14, 2024 in Cheyenne, Wyoming. If you find yourself anywhere near eastern Wyoming this week, find the time to see some of these incredible fil…

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How to Analyze an All-Cash Rental Property Purchase 1:08:52

10d ago1:08:52

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How to Analyze an All-Cash Rental Property Purchase Deal analysis is important. Learning how to analyze deals is a critical skill for all real estate investors, whether you're financing 100% of the purchase or buying a property without a loan at all and paying all cash. In this class, we will look at how deal analysis changes when you plan to buy a…

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Here's What the Entire Country Is Talking About 49:59

10d ago49:59

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City Cast CEO David Plotz sits down with hosts from all 13 City Cast daily local podcast hubs to talk about what stories they’re watching in their hometowns that are likely to impact yours too. Listen in for how host Ali Vallarta's story stacks up against the rest. Consider becoming a founding member of City Cast Salt Lake today! It’s the best way …

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Brooks can’t (Stan)bury the hatchet | Real Housewives of Dubai Season 2 Episode 5 Recap 50:11

9d ago50:11

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This week we see the beginning of the end of Brooks’ and Taleen’s friendship. Stanbury’s in-laws are in town so she throws a party out in the dessert, and everyone is introduced to Sara’s new “friend” Akin. If you enjoyed this episode please share it with your RHODubai friends and follow us on Instagram at ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@privilegedtwinks --- Support th…

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We Finally Know What’s in the Downtown Sports District Deal 29:20

12d ago29:20

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We finally know what the proposed sports and entertainment district in downtown Salt Lake City could offer Salt Lakers. Salt Lake Tribune reporter Andy Larsen joins executive producer Emily Means to parse through the details. Plus our Rocky Mountain Power wants to raise our electric bills, a shout out to database nerds, and our SLC summer bucket li…

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Spencer Fleury - I BLAME MYSELF BUT ALSO YOU - Episode 250 39:21

11d ago39:21

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Episode 250 Spencer Fleury --- In this episode Kyler sits down with author Spencer Fleury to discuss his upcoming collection of short stories, I Blame Myself, But Also You, which releases on July 2. Spencer shares insights into his writing process, the challenges of crafting compelling characters in short stories, and the organic journey of assembl…

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Speaking on Business: Mountain Medical Health 1:30

12d ago1:30

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This is Derek Miller, Speaking on Business. Mental illness impacts more than 50 million Americans, and a large percentage of people go without treatment every year. But Mountain Mental Health is looking to change that by providing quality health care to those struggling with their mental health. Provider Karen Risch shares more.KAREN RISCH: At Moun…

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Try These Salt Lake Salads Now 17:56

13d ago17:56

17:56

There are few people in this world who feel a fiery passion for salads: Michelle Obama, rabbits, and our very own Shireen Ghorbani. Shireen, a greens enthusiast, joins host Ali Vallarta to make her defense about why salads are sexy meals and the best spots in Salt Lake to grab a bite — or a fistful. This episode originally aired on Dec. 6, 2022. Co…

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Speaking on Business: FORZA Commercial 1:32

15d ago1:32

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This is Derek Miller, Speaking on Business. Forza Commercial is a premier commercial real estate firm specializing in development, property management, and equity raising here in Utah and across the United States. Principal Chris Hatch joins us with more. CHRIS HATCH:Forza Commercial is a privately held commercial real estate company based in Salt …

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Speaking on Business: Caspian Agency 1:30

12d ago1:30

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This is Derek Miller, Speaking on Business. Since 2005, Caspian Agency has been assisting select, purpose-driven organizations with creating top-tier events that promote both the bottom line and social impact. Founder Heather Mason joins us with more. HEATHER MASON: Events are critical to business success. Covid highlighted this importance when liv…

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Your Guide to July in Salt Lake 23:56

15d ago23:56

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If you're new here, welcome! We’ve put together a starter pack for you, with episodes and articles to welcome you to the City Cast Salt Lake community. Are those fireworks or a fire-prevention drone show? Must be July in Salt Lake! Host Ali Vallarta and Kendall Rodriguez, TikTok’s Queen of SLC, bring you a guide to what to expect and how to make th…

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How Return on Investment Changes Based on Credit Score With PMI 41:54

21d ago41:54

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How Return on Investment Changes Based on Credit Score With PMI Does your credit score really matter when you're buying rental properties? Sure, your credit score impacts the mortgage interest rate you can get with traditional mortgages. And yes, your credit score affects how much private mortgage insurance (PMI) will cost. Your credit score can al…

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The New Mitt Romney? Elections Analysis, and an LDS Horror Film 32:22

17d ago32:22

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Utah’s primary election results are in — what do they say about what voters want? KUER politics reporter Saige Miller joins executive producer Emily Means to analyze the juiciest political drama, from the Salt Lake County Council all the way up to the U.S. Senate. Plus, Hugh Grant is terrorizing sister missionaries, and join Salt Lake’s hottest rea…

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You’re Not a Salt Laker Until … 25:32

18d ago25:32

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What does it take to be a true Salt Laker? There’s gotta be a turning point sometime after you first see the Salt Lake City wizard but before you throw down about where to get the best fry sauce. Executive producer Emily Means sits down with producer Ivana Martinez and Hey Salt Lake newsletter editor Terina Ria to help finish this sentence: You’re …

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Age is in the tooth of the beholder | Real Housewives of Dubai Season 2 Episode 4 Recap 1:03:01

17d ago1:03:01

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This week we had to discuss the fight on RHONJ, before getting into this episode of Dubai. Stanbury is finally moving out of her friend’s house amid tension with Sergio, Ayan checks her age at the dentist, and then they all have a queen dinner at Atlantis. Baleen pulls Stanbury aside to discuss her marriage, leaving Lesa to wonder what they were ta…

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What’s Hot at These Salt Lake Parks? 24:18

19d ago24:18

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Host Ali Vallarta is on a quest to visit all 511 parks in Salt Lake County, and she just hit her quarter mark! How are taxpayer dollars being put to use in these spaces? Producer Ivana Martinez asks Ali to debrief on trends she’s noticed, from the quirkiest playgrounds to a “water fountain crisis.” Plus, two cities get a special shoutout — do their…

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Wildfire Warnings, Last-Minute Election Info, and SLC Pride 21:54

19d ago21:54

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Wildfire season is in full swing, so how can we keep the state from burnin’ up? Producer Ivana Martinez joins executive producer Emily Means to share some local resources. Plus, how to vote on this primary election day, the University of Utah’s LGBT Center shuts its doors, and visit this gay little town. Resources and references: How To Vote in Uta…

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Why Your Electric Bill Might Go Up 25:30

21d ago25:30

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Rocky Mountain Power, Utah’s largest electricity provider, is stepping away from their renewable energy plans and leaning back into coal. Utah Clean Energy climate scientist and energy analyst Logan Mitchell joins host Ali Vallarta to explain what investing in fossil fuels means for your electric bill and the future of the utilities industry. Resou…

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