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“Tiny Tim's Toy Shop is a non-profit organization committed to bringing joy and happiness to children in need by providing them with toys, clothes, blankets and more. They believe that every child deserves to experience the joy of play, and their mission is to make that a reality.”
We had the opportunity to speak with Emily Johnson as they come up on the 30th anniversary celebration of their organization.
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Last episode, Nate brought up a rumor about a new ride, so naturally, we needed to have a full episode to discuss that and other rumors.
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We talk a little about the original pioneer village, a little about Lagoon, and a little about Pioneer Day.
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J. Riffin 'bout J. Dwags
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In a This is a Place podcast first, we just riff about a bunch of stuff.
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Things are a little different this 4th of July, and fireworks may be on hold. Does that mean we could see fireworks on a different holiday?
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We talk about the lake, let's be honest, it's more about the shakes.
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Is Root Beer the quintessential Utah soda?
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There's a lot of debate on what constitutes northern, central, and southern Utah. Lucky for you, we have the definitive take on the matter.
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We have lots of current events to talk about. And maybe we talk a lot about chicken salad sandwiches too.
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Did you know the Nickel Mania near Fashion Place mall is haunted? That's how we celebrate Memorial Day. Find out why in this episode!
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Want birds in your backyard? Have we got the place for you!
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Your crazy church ball story will never rival that of the Granger 2nd ward, who were taken hostage during a friendly exhibition game at the prison.
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A deep dive into Brandon's favorite high school meal and Nate's new favorite discount meal.
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Come with us on a journey to a country within a country.... Zaqistan.
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We had to celebrate the Utah Mammoth's first official playoff game in the state with a special episode accompanied by our friend Utah Hock.
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One of the more unique BBQ places this side of Texas (at least in Utah). Check out Les BBQ and their delicious Ox Tails.
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How lucky are we that Love on the Spectrum came to Utah, allowing us to discuss this gem of a show? Matt joins us to talk about the popular Netflix show and our local legend, Emma.
THIS IS WHERE THEY FILMED DUMB AND DUMBER! I'M STANDING WHERE JIM CAREY ONCE STOOD.
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Virg's is the diner with the little red elf looking man for a logo. It's been around a lot longer than you may think.
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Nate and Brandon are leaving the podcast, but a familiar voice will be taking over.
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It is our 6th anniversary! The best way to celebrate is to talk about some of our favorite things and go on some tangents.
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Top o' the Tuesday to you! On this very special St. Patrick's Day episode, we talk about a themed trip to Castle of Chaos. Even Matt came!
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It would have been more appropriate to do an episode about the 13 Nephites since it's Friday the 13th... but we picked this topic because it's one of those uniquely Utah superstitions. Listen in as we share some of our(?) 3 Nephite stories and other notable stories from over the years.
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We decided to forgo a trip to the Festival of Colors, but it doesn't mean we can't talk about it.
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Would you put fry sauce on your funeral potatoes? Listen to this riveting episode to find out if we do!
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Our first episode of 2026 with our favorite 3rd cohost. Matt comes on to talk with us about Bricks & Minifigs, which is a place you can get Lego Bricks, Minifigs, AND Sets. Makes you wonder why it's not called Bricks & Minifigs & Sets.
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It's the time of year we talk about love. With Valentine's Day just a few days away, we figured it fitting to talk about the many hearts or other symbols of love that can be found in nature and other places around Utah.
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The Utah Jazz Bear is one of the most iconic mascots in sports, especially to those of us here in Utah. The first and longest-tenured Jazz Bear was Jon Absey, who recently passed away after battling pancreatic cancer. In this episode, we honor Jon and his legacy by talking about the mask, the moments, and the man behind it.
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Arrrrrrrrrr ya ready fans? Aye aye Nathan. I can't hearrrrrr you. Aye aye Brandon. Oooooooooooooo. Pirate Oooooooo's.
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Is this the biggest movie franchise in Utah film history? Guess that's up to you to decide.
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You can't say we're only a BYU podcast anymore... this is a whole podcast episode dedicated to a Utah Athletics facility!
The Huntsman Center at the University of Utah is one of the most iconic venues in the state. It is home to Utah Utes basketball, legendary concerts, and decades of unforgettable moments. Since opening in 1969, it’s hosted everything from championship games to world-class performers, making it a cornerstone of Utah sports, music, and culture.
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2026 is here! We had a blast in 2025 and expect the fun to keep going. On this episode, we take the lazy way out and talk about last year's goals and our goals for this year.
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Happy New Year! Hear all about the Utah/LDS ties to Stranger Things that we could come up with.
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Between The States
Three friends, zero filters, endless chaos. Tune in and see what happens.
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Between The States
Three friends, zero filters, endless chaos. Tune in and see what happens.
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Between The States
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If you love free water, this is the episode for you!
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What’s it like to be a BYU fan who literally wakes up to Cougar talk every morning? Brandon calls himself an “everydayer,” and today he and Nate welcome none other than Jake Hatch — the voice behind Locked On Cougars.
Jake shares stories from his seven years running the daily BYU podcast and what it’s like balancing sources, scoop, and the occasional “please-don’t-print-that” phone call. From growing up in the shadow of Lavell Edwards Stadium, to watching Utah hoops in the ’90s, to covering today’s NIL-fueled chaos, Jake dishes on the highs, lows, and sheer unpredictability of Cougar life.
Along the way we hit:
- The perks (and pains) of living in the 24/7 sports cycle
- Rivalry stories — from Johnny Harline to Max Hall meltdowns
- NIL: blessing, curse, or just the new normal?
- Why a true freshman QB has Cougar fans buzzing this fall
Whether you’re a diehard BYU fan or just here for the rivalry banter, this episode has plenty of inside stories, hot takes, and football season hype.
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The first episode our summer of Lagoon! Join as we talk about a new topic surrounding Lagoon each week.
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The hiatus is over and we're back to talk about The Salt Lake City Trappers!
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We have been advised not to name the individual that is suing, but you should be able to figure it out. Basically, this individual might lose his or her job based on things going on in Washington D.C. right now, so this is just an attempt to get money. The papers that were served to us today stated that we never paid this individual for all the top episodes that they participated in, and they claim they are top episodes because they are in them. But we have evidence from our fans that this individual is “annoying”.
They also claim there was a bet that was never settled based on different assumptions that were made.
Thanks for your support and understanding. We will hopefully be back soon. Bye now.
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We’ve all been there. Whale fishing off of horseback on the Provo River with your cousin (who is harassing ducks) when you are suddenly hit with a snowball. You suspect it’s a spy your wife sent because she knows you love your cousin and counting down the years until you are 65 and can marry her. You finally see the unkept spy that looks like he uses gun powder to cure his headaches. He also looks like a guy you saw throw a rock at public transportation a few weeks ago. You decide to not pay attention to him and turn your attention back to your hot cousin you fantasize dancing in public with her when you witness your wife murder you. Your legacy will go on as an Utah Outlaw.
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If you came for a 5 BOOM episode, you are at the right place! Brandon and Nate bring the BOOM BOOM in this episode discussing the World's largest Costco right here in Salt Lake City. If you aren’t familiar with Costco, it is the largest pizza chain in the world…maybe. That fact may have come from Wikipedia or Nate’s personal assistant.
Have you been to this Costco? Are you wearing a hat right now? Let us know!!!
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Enjoy this special reading of Twas The Night Before Christmas with a This is a Place twist.
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Did you know one of Jim Carey’s greatest films was filmed right here in Utah? That’s right, Mr. Lloyd Christmas himself has walked the streets of Salt Lake, Ogden, and Provo. But after his fame, he starred in a little known film where a key party is depicted at a holiday party. Yeah, have fun explaining that one to your kids.
How the Grinch Stole Christmas was mostly filmed at Universal Studios, Hollywood. I know because I’ve been there. But you know where else I’ve been? Solitude ski resort! Ok, I haven’t been to Solitude ski resort, but the Grinch has!
So join us as we talk about the Christmas classic, Jim Carey’s How the Grinch Stole Christmas. Have you watched it yet this year? Do you watch it every year? Or are you more of a Best. Christmas. Ever. fan? Let us know!!!
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One chilly day on a December night, a bunch of pranksters dumped snow on Main Streets in Salt Lake City. Because snow trucks make and store snow? Nate’s assistant (ChatGPT) came up with this unverified story, but Brandon’s assistant (Matt) had to write the description for this episode.
So do you remember the Main Street snow prank in the 1920s? How about your grandma? Maybe ask ChatGPT if they remember this incident and be sure to let us know what you find!
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This week is all about the German Christmas inspired market that takes place every year at This is the Place. The most important takeaway? Chimney cakes.
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This week, we discuss a cult classic: The Store. The Store has two locations, which are both walking distances for Matt when he’s at home or at work. But can he afford to shop there?
Listen in as Nate gives a detailed account of his first visit to The Store. Did he find the deals he was looking for? Was he able to fit in the aisles, or did he have to turn around to avoid passing others? And finally, did The Store bring business to the Sno Shack, or did the Sno Shack bring business to The Store?
Happy Thanksgiving, everyone! We are thankful for all of you that listen!
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Zuka Juice, Zao, Rumbi, J Dawgs, and losing to Kansas: what do these things have in common? BYU students were responsible.
Today, we focus on Zuka Juice, the healthy smoothy shop that was only discovered to not be so healthy after merging with Jamba Juice. Nate and Intern Matt have fond memories for visiting Zuka Juice, but Brandon is too young to remember it.
So join us as we discuss the beginning and end of Zuka Juice, and then let us know if you remember going there to get your favorite smoothy from the not-so-secret-secret-menu.
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This week, Nate and Brandon talk about their favorite subject: cold Taco Bell with Matt. Wait, wrong episode. This week, Nate and Brandon saw Heretic and reminisce about being Sister Missionaries. What did the movie get right about the Church, and does this replace Hereditary on Brandon’s list of favorite horror movies?
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Another non-Utah movie about wizards that Nate loves.
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Nightmare on 13th is the oldest Utah haunted house that is currently open, but it is packed with new scares this year!
Tune in to hear Brandon and Nate recap their trip to Nightmare on 13th with their very best friend, Matt. Other friends joined as we braved through the house with some big scares, but also some empty spaces with no scares. Maybe that’s what we get for going as soon as it opens on a weeknight, but Matt had to get home to get to bed at a reasonable time for a responsible adult.
To wrap it up, we loved our experience, and would recommend it to anyone! But if this episode got you excited, wait until next year when we get fresh Taco Bell!!!! Oh yeah, and hit all 3 SLC haunts in a single night
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The Old Mill is made famous by many movies, such as Halloween 6 and SLC Punk!, but Teen Alien is not one of those movies. Yes, it is filmed at the Old Mill, but it doesn’t meet the same standard as Michael Myers sacrificing his son as part of a cult ritual.
So join Brandon and Nate as they say how terrible the movie is, and then unconvincingly try to act like it was good so you’ll watch it. Also, if you know anyone who was part of this production, please reach out!!! Below is a link to the movie. It is free, but time is valuable, so use yours wisely.
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This is one of the most anticipated episodes of the year: Frightmares 2: The Third Part of Primordial.
Nate, Brandon, and intern Matt recap their highly anticipated trip to Lagoon, filled with soggy tacos (tradition!), waiting in line for Primordial (tradition!!), and running out of time (tradition!!!).
In a little less than 6 hours, we managed to ride 2 rides and go through 3 haunted houses. Some houses were disappointing, some were a nice refresh, and some had an hour long line. But we ended the night by getting soaked on Rattle Snake Rapids, which was the highlight of the trip!
If you make it to lagoon before they close for the season, keep your eye out for Brandon at the Beaver Tail stand. Rumor is, he is still waiting.
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Join us today as we discuss Kay’s Cross in Kaysville, Utah. The origin of Kay’s Cross has never been settled on, but Ghost Adventures stuck with the story of a cult leader, Krishna Venta, who claimed to be the reincarnation of Jesus Christ, had the cross built as a symbol of knowledge. Venta was eventually killed by two of his followers in 1958, and the cross was destroyed in 1992, but remnants are still there today.
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Buckle up Potter fans because it’s another episode of Nate DESTROYING your predictable series that is clearly a ripoff of Star Wars. And yet, we still love Nate for just being himself.
Today, Brandon and Nate discuss Harry Potter and the Goblet of Fire. Nate does admit that this is the first movie that semi-catches his attention, but he’s too cool to admit that he may have enjoyed it. They do a mini deep dive into Robert Pattinson’s acting career, and how Cedric Diggory didn’t really die, but was turned into a vampire 👀
So tell us what YOU really think. Are you team Brandon who enjoys good stories, or are you team Nate who showed up late to the party and complains about how boring the party is? Or, are you team Matt, who will likely be fired after writing this episode description while still mad at Nate for his inhumane reaction to Harry Potter? Let us know!
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Join us today as we continue our Primordial series with our second episode out of a 27 episode series.
We spoil Primordial by learning there are 8 different endings! And possibly 2 tracks!?!? We also get roasted by Queen Azdra, the magical lynx that greets you to tell you your mission in a very soft voice. This is just one of our favorite parts of a fan favorite ride at lagoon.
Our question for you is, how long you would wait to ride Primordial? And would you wait that long to ride it a second time? Let us know!
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Over a year ago, Wingers followed us on social media. We made a blood pact that we would go eat there and do an episode. Fortunately for us, Intern Matt didn’t forget this pact, so we finally paid Wingers a visit on a TRIPLE date!
Wingers is well known in Utah and started in 1993 in Bountiful. Wingers currently has 13 locations in Utah, as well as locations in Idaho, Oregon, Nevada, and Oklahoma, bringing the total to 22 locations. They are famous for their sticky sauce which Matt had no idea about but immediately commented on how good and sticky the sauce was.
So if you haven’t been to Wingers, give it a try! And be sure to tell them we sent you!
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Today, we are thrilled to be joined by movie director Rob York to discuss his upcoming film, Curse of Crom: Crom’s Fury. We were fortunate to interview Rob when Curse of Crom came out 2 years ago, and are very excited to talk to him about Part 2 which is coming out in 2025. Rob teases a bit of the story and filming locations, which include American Fork, Utah, as well as Ireland!
Halfway through the interview, we were joined by one of the lead actors, Colin Cunningham. Colin shares his love and excited for this original script. It was a treat talking with Colin.
You can support the production of Curse of Crom: Crom’s Fury by visiting https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/arrowstorm/curse-of-crom-2-feature-film?ref=6ga6t8
If you haven’t watched Curse of Crom, we HIGHLY recommend it!
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Today, we had a great conversation with Vaughn Cook. Vaughn Cook (United Utah Party) is running for election to the U.S. House to represent Utah's 4th Congressional District. He is on the ballot in the general election on November 5, 2024. He explains the benefits of being a party-neutral candidate and how it could work in the U.S. House. And why politics can be fun and more civilized than the media would lead you believe.
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We're a little late to the game... It was announced the Winter Olympics are coming back to Utah in 2034 so it's about time we talk about that. Also, the Summer Olympics just ended so we have to mention that as well.
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Nate has once again let his hair grow long enough to make a charitable donation. This time he entrusted London Thompson of Styled by London to severe the ties he had with his hair.
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Join Brandon and Nate in the third installment of the “Nate watches Harry Potter and is told he’ll definitely like the next movie” series. Nate does admit that this movie is the best so far and is starting to pick up on pop culture reference to the series (Prison Mike). But the thing to look forward to most is to see if Nate can watch the next 4 movies before the end of August so he can experience the final installment of the series at a movie theater when they replay the entire series.
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In The spirit of Pioneer Day, Brandon and Nate are joined by Kenny, Josh, and Spencer from The Other Show Podcast, a podcast based in Utah, for a one of a kind game show that is straight from the brain of who else ... SPENCER! How will Kenny & Josh fare against Brandon and Nate in Utah history, culture, facts and trivia? Do they even have a shot?!
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If you are a fan of amusement parks then we will have the best episode for you…in September. Today, we will just tease you with our experience riding Primordial at Lagoon.
Listen in as we navigate and dodge our real reviews to avoid all spoilers. But we do provide you with very important information: our ages when we rode Primordial for the first time.
Have you been on Primordial? Let us know what you thought! Did you get a high score like Brandon? Probably not.
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Napoleon Dynamite is 20 years old…can you believe it? The most impressive part is that if you visit Preston, Idaho (really, it’s just Northern Utah), the town hasn’t aged at all!
Join Nate and Brandon as they discuss this cult classic and Utah phenomenon that thrived in theaters back in 2004! Can Brandon and Nate remember all of the best quotes, or are they just a bunch of IDIOTS?!? (I know you read that in Napoleon’s voice).
What are your favorite quotes from the movie? Let us know!
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This week, Brandon shares his experience of attending his first Real Salt Lake game. He discusses his feelings of being an imposture at America First Stadium because he isn’t familiar with the team and the fact that they are currently leading the West. What do you think? Do you need to know the team and sport really well to not be an imposture, or can you proudly sing the Real song as if you’ve been cheering for them your entire life?
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This week, Nate doesn’t hold back on how he really feels about Harry Potter and the Chamber of Secrets. Harry is reunited with Han, Leia, Yoda, and Obi Wan to…..wait, wrong movie.
Listen in as Nate rants about things being too convenient and easy for Harry. Maybe he has a point. But we keep reassuring Nate that the movies get better. So you can look forward to our next installment of Nate watching Harry Potter for the first time! I’m sure Nate will love the dementors, when they suck the soul out of you, and it hurts!
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Kilby Court is celebrating its 25th anniversary. What is the best way for us to celebrate with them? Having an episode about it!
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Happy May Day! In this episode, we talk about the wildly popular new show from Amazon. Fallout is a series based on the video game series of the same name. Why are we talking about this? A few scenes were filmed in one of our favorite places, the Historic Wendover Airfield. Make sure you check it out and let us know what you think!
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We talk about the Manti Temple and its recent open house/renovation.
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Utah is finally getting its own NHL team! Not officially yet.... but it's coming. So naturally we had to talk about it.
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We visit the legendary Moochie Meatballs and More!
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In this episode, we venture outdoors with Brigham Blackham. He talks with us about his short-term rentals in Sanpete County and all the fun things you can do there.
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Two sports episodes in a row?! As the hockey season winds down, we thought we'd talk about our local team the Utah Grizzlies. Have you ever been to a game before?
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March Madness makes it way to Utah this year! While we aren't going to the game, it doesn't mean we can't talk about it's storied history. We also get in to some of the big Utah related March Madness moments.
Who are you picking to win it all this year?
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Have you ever eaten a meal under an expensive racecar? The Garage Grill is where you can finally live out that dream!
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This is our first episode that is completely unrelated to Utah but solely focused on Nate's journey to watch all the Harry Potter movies for the first time: Harry Potter and the Sorcerer's Stone.
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We speak with Garret Rushforth who is an aspiring US Senator! Listen to our talk with him about running as an unaffiliated candidate, US history, and so much more. If you're interested in helping Garret get his signatures, please reach out and we'll make it happen.
Here is Garrets Instagram page: https://www.instagram.com/rushforth4senate?igsh=MzF3dmFoOGgxaXV4
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Happy 40th anniversary to Footloose! We had to do an episode to celebrate.
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Happy Valentine's Day! How do you celebrate?
Keeping up with our yearly tradition (as of 2023), we visited a new Indian restaurant. Flavors of India is located just south of 9000 South off of Redwood Road. We recommend trying the lunch buffet!
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Today we talk with Devin Sullivan of SUHBA and his involvement with the Southern Utah Parade of Homes.
The Southern Utah Home Builders Association (SUHBA) is delighted to announce the 2024 St. George Area Parade of Homes — “Ignite your Imagination” from February 16 to 25.
Head down to St. George to check it or opt for the virtual walkthrough option. Tickets are just $25!
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Today we talk about the fascinating history of planes crashes surrounding the South Valley Airport. Of special interest, one wild story of two planes colliding in 1987. What planes crashes do you remember? What other wild event do we need to talk about that haven't been covered yet?
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Have you ever asked yourself "why isn't there a podcast episode dedicated to the township of Copperton Utah?" You're in luck! You won't need to ask yourself anymore!
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A quaint little mom-and-pop shop in Midvale.
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It's a New Year and we started strong by having an episode where you listen to us plan our year for the podcast. Also, this episode might be a week late...
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The final episode of the year! We visited Krampus night at Asylum 49. It's too late for this year... but make sure you check it out when this comes around again.
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This week we visit Evermore to attend their free Christmas event!
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Zoo lights! This is our most exciting episode yet!
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Also known as the North Pole Express, is a themed train ride in Heber! You'll enjoy cookies, hot chocolate, elf entertainment, and maybe even a visit from someone special. Listen in to hear all about it.
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It was filmed in Utah so we had to talk about the greatest Christmas that Netflix or anyone has created. Make sure you watch before listening so you can hear us talk about all your favorite moments.
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It's the DI... need we say more?
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We had a collaborative episode with two great guys who are from the "Neck Roots" Podcast. We talk about them, their podcast, and some places they really like in Utah.
Make sure you give them a listen and follow as well!
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For this episode, we had the privilege of speaking with Nathan Jones of Xlear.
“Nathan Jones has spent more than two decades dedicated to discovering effective ingredients in oral and nasal hygiene, American healthcare reform and the benefits of xylitol. Jones is the Founder and President of Xlear, Inc., the leading manufacturer of xylitol-based products in North America “
We had a great conversation with Nate and John about Xlear, facing fears, music, and other great things about Utah.
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Today we had the privilege of speaking with Jon and Stephanie of Cooper Home Entertainment. They are on a mission to create content that is both entertaining AND family friendly. They have some really cool projects coming up so it is a great time to follow along.
One of these projects is a mini-series called "Bound in Blood." Here is a quick synopsis:
" When a new prophecy exposes 16-year-old Jess Argos as the foretold "Destroyer of the Gods," her dysfunctional family must come together and learn what it really means to be a family in order to fight off the Greek Gods and their monsters that threaten to tear them apart."
They currently have a crowdfunding happening to help move this project along and you can help support them by following this link: https://seedandspark.com/fund/bound-in-blood?token=40a398dcee794f1ea0ab4f76554b614bec91daaf1791a256a5b53f5e73e29a97
Make sure you check out this awesome company!
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It is the end of an era. In this episode, we close the final chapter of the Halloween franchise movies filmed in Utah. We can't recommend this movie enough since it introduces us to Mr. Paul Rudd. Could you really go wrong with him at the helm?
Halloween 6, or, The Curse of Michael Meyers is a journey. Thank you for taking this three-year journey with us. We are open to other movies/franchises for next Halloween.
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Take a walk through a long and treacherous Haunted Forest in American Fork Utah! You'll find ghosts, goblins, and ghouls amongst other Stranger Things...
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Join us for some spooky burgers from Burgetory!
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You might be wondering, "Didn't you guys already cover The Training Table on a previous episode?” You may also recall, "Didn't Training Table announce their return last year?" Well, you'd be correct on both counts. This is a re-release of one of our initial episodes, with a fresh update as we discuss the announcement made exactly one year ago today. The burning question remains: Will The Training Table ever make a real comeback?
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In this episode, we talk about the Old Mill, which served as a concert venue, a haunted house, a speakeasy, and, of course, a paper mill. We discuss its storied history, including why it may be haunted and why it may be a good spot for weddings. Have you ever been inside the Old Mill?
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Did you know that Utah is home to the ORIGINAL KFC LOCATION? We may as well call it UFC...
Kentucky Fried Chicken did not originate in Utah but it is home to the first franchise location. And the name came from a Utahn! Have you visited the location? What did you think?
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The Summer is over and so is Matt's internship. Matt decided for his last episode, he wanted to talk with Nate and Brandon about the potentially haunted Webster Elementary in Magna, Utah. This school, which was built in 1914 and sadly burned down in 2004, was an iconic building in Magna. But the memoires and ghost stories live on. Join us as we share an overview of the history of this school as well as personal accounts of this haunted destination.
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Aloha! Welcome to The Hawaiian, a famous restaurant in the 60’s, 70’s and 80’s. By the name of the restaurant, it is obvious that it served Chinese food….we think. Listen in as Brandon, Nate, and Matt the intern discuss traveling time just to visit this location in Sugar House and experience the themed restaurant, complete with a rain storm inside! Experience the excitement with us as we discuss the potential of opening a restaurant like this, just to come back to reality and realize it wouldn’t work.
Have you been to The Hawaiian? We would love to hear what you remember. Share your stories on social media or send us an email at thisisaplacepodcast@gmail.com
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Join Nate, Brandon, and intern Matt as we discuss Bryce Canyon. Everything in this episode, except for our voices, was generated by prompts through AI. Maybe we aren’t the best at reading scripts, but it is impressive that AI came up with this episode for us!
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Listen to 3 fat boys discuss a Utah favorite, Fat Boy icecream sandwiches. Did you know that Fat Boy icecream originated in Utah? Get a brief history of Fat Boys followed by our opinions of Fat Boys and other icecream sandwiches.
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Join Brandon, Eagle Scout Nate, and Matt the intern this week as they address their trauma surrounding Cub Country and Camp Tracy. Who were these faceless monsters that harassed cub scouts and are they the people behind the alligators in Millcreek Canyon? Also, who's idea was it to sell whips to children? Tune in as we discuss these topics and get to the bottom of Brandon's fear of haunted houses and gems.
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Listen in as Brandon, Nate, and Matt the intern are joined by Utah musician and friendly fellow, Anthony. Anthony is the owner of the band rehearsal spot, The Portal, right here in Salt Lake City. Hear all about The Portal and the famous musicians that have stopped by to practice.
Naturally, our conversation moves from The Portal to our favorite concert venues in Utah. Unfortunately for Brandon, Matt the intern, and Anthony, our band, Old Fashion Future, never made it far enough to play in any venue in Utah. But we share our rehearsal stories as well as Anthony dropping his guitar!
Be sure to tune in to hear about The Portal, and check out Anthony's single on Spotify under the band name of Friendly Fellows. And lastly, are you going to be eating a hot dog today, July 19th? Let us know on social media or email us at thisistheplacepodcast@gmail.com
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Join Brandon, Nate, and Matt the intern as they discuss Chomper’s Cove at Kearns Oquirrh Park Fitness Center. But more importantly, find out why you shouldn’t call Kearns Recreation Center for the pool hours!
Is it acceptable to take a bath in a swimming pool? Why are water buckets so fun to watch? And what is so scary about jumping off of platforms? Tune in as the boys discuss these topics!
Have you been to Chomper’s Cover? Have you accidentally called Matt’s Mom at Kearns Rec? Have you seen Mrs. Doubtfire? If the answer is yes to any of these questions, let us know on social media or by emailing us at thisisaplacepodcast@gmail.com!
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Happy Birthday to Lagoon’s Cannibal!!! Join us as we discuss our thoughts of the first 8 years of Cannibal. I know, we can’t believe it is that old either. But Cannibal isn’t our only topic because there is another roller coaster at Lagoon that isn’t opening on time. Listen in this week and you might learn a thing or two about the new coaster, Primordial.
Have you been on Cannibal? Share your thoughts and stories with us by emailing them to thisisaplacepodcast@gmail.com and we might share your story in our next episode.
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Matt's a dude, Nate's a dude, Brandon's a dude, we're all dudes, HEY!
This week, the dude's discuss Some Dude's Playground. We were surprised to find that there isn't much about this childhood hangout spot on the internet. Is it possible that this bounce house gymnasium will eventually be erased from history? We hope not! Do you have any memories at Some Dude's Playground? If so, let us know on social media or shoot us an email at thisisaplacepodcast@gmail.com and we just might share some of the stories you send us!
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Yeah it's been a few weeks but it's time we talk about The Last of Us!
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There has been a lot to catch up on so that’s what we’re doing this week!
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One place that was high on the podcast bucket list was Iosepa. Iosepa was a small colony of individuals who came here from Hawaii to be closer to the church. While not much is left of the town, it's still a historic and interesting place to check out. We talk about that, other things we saw along the way as well as the 3rd anniversary of our podcast. This also wraps up our journey out west to Wendover. Thanks for following along!
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Need some delicious Mexican food? When you're in Wendover, you have one choice and it's a great one.
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This was the coolest part of our trip out West! If you haven't been to the Historic Wendover Airfield, it is worth going out here for this alone.
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Nate and Brandon embark on their first big podcast road trip! Get ready for 5 episodes focusing on all things west of Salt Lake. This episode starts in Wendover.
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Happy All-Star Weekend, Utah! It's been 30 years in the making. We celebrate the upcoming events of this weekend as well as a look back at the last time we had it in 1993!
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Bombay House is the best Indian food in Utah… at least based on opinion. We made a recent trip to check it out and let everyone know what we thought.
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We have a bonus episode for you guys! We spoke with #randalltheproducer about his involvement with the Utah Wheelin' Jazz. Pickleball also comes up and he lets us know about all sorts of events that are just aroud the corner.
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Have you ever been cruisin' State Street and see an out of place tower at an apartment complex? If you have, that tower in question is the Murray Laundry Tower location at the Artesian Springs apartment complex. We speak with Shaun Delliskave of the Murray Journal who filled us in on the location and its history.
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Brigham City came out in 2001.
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We've talked about grocery stores before but there is something unique/different about Reams. When was the last time you visited?
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We got three R's for today's episode. 1. Rename 2. Relocate 3. Replace. Listen in to get the details of the rebirth of the "Delta Center." We also discuss the home of the Bees being moved to Daybreak. Finally, we talk about how the Log Flume at Lagoon may or may not be returning.
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The best way to spread Christmas cheer is to head to Vivint arena and sing loud for all to hear.
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A good old-fashioned pioneer Christmas at This is THE Place.
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After a few years of only online participation, The Festival of Trees is finally back in person!
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We talk about traveling through the SLC Airport as well as Brandon's recent cruise report.
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You know we had to do it, right? One of the top Netflix films at the moment happens to be a Christmas movie filmed here in Utah. The real shocker is... we actually enjoyed it! Listen to our spoiler-free review of the movie and some of the filming locations.
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Since Veteran’s Day is this week, we decided to speak with a member of the military. He lets us know all sorts of awesome details about Fort Douglas.
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Happy Halloween! We reach the 2nd movie in the Utah Halloween Trilogy with Halloween 5.
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Did you know there is a new Halloween movie filmed in Utah? We spoke with Rob who was behind creating this fun film. The movie can be found on Amazon, Peacock, Tubi, and elsewhere. Check it out!
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In the early '80s, a Hollywood-quality haunted house was run by a northern Utah ward. We had the chance to talk with Denver Robbins whose father was one of the three fouders.
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We sat down with Jerome and Andy, the owners of The Conjuring Tree, a really great shop in West Jordan. We hear about the kinds of items they sell, what goes into a reading, and what plans they have for the future. Make sure you check this place out!
Become a Media Maven
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Why bother going to Transylvania when you can just go to Lagoon?
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There has never been a greater reason to visit Logan than the North Logan Pumpkin Walk. Friends, family, and members of the community have come together for 39 years to make this special event happen. While there is a theme, every group comes up with their own scene made almost entirely out of pumpkins. Gina Worthen, who has been participating for over 20 years came on to talk with us about the behind the scene details.
The Future Is Freelance
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A bit of a recap episode. Nate tells us about his trip to Orlando, we spoil some of Kobra Kai, and attempt to talk about the SLC Aiport but don't get much further than the parking lot.
The Gaming Blender
Have you ever wanted to design your own video game?
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The best Riverboat on this side of the Mississippi! Or, at least it was.
Your Future in Sales & Marketing
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How many episodes can we do on Raging Waters? Only time will tell.
Starfleet Leadership Academy - Leadership Through Star Trek
Leadership, the final frontier. Leadership development told through the lens of Star Trek
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The summer movie season has come to an end. We figured it would be a good time to talk about another movie theater that has met its end... This week we talk about Sandy Starship Theaters which lasted a good 20 years and helped instill a love of many movies for Nate.
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Thought leaders around the globe explain how companies can be sustainable AND profitable.
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We're not going to come out and say Maverik is our favorite gas station but we will say it is really special.
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Actionable insights that will help you build happy, healthy, and productive workplaces.
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On August 13th a meteor entered the state of Utah. Where were you and what did you think it was?
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The Nut Garden is the place to get all your nuts, gummies, chocolate, protein bars... You name it!
PPC Ponderings Podcast
Consider core questions about digital advertising, in an investigative journalism format.
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Consider core questions about digital advertising, in an investigative journalism format.
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PPC Ponderings Podcast
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Happy Pioneer Day/Week! We thought it would be fitting to discuss a movie focused on the pioneers called Ephraim's Rescue. Was everyone pleased with the movie choice? Listen in to find out!
Small Business Insights with Laura Fisher
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Why Don't You Want My Stuff?
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It's a quick one today because of work trips and the 4th of July. Hope you can enjoy some This is a Place style metal!
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Gene Fullmer, West Jordan Native, was a middleweight boxing world champion. There is a rec center named after him, a gym, and, for a time, a restaurant.
All Automotive with Matt Clawson
Automotive related topics. Anything from owning an repair facility to racing.
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There’s been a murder at the snow shack!
We are joined by Matt and talk about one of Utah’s favorite dinner treats… the snow cone.
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Our second review of a Netflix show focused on a scandal in Utah. This one about the FLDS church.
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The Gorge: With Ben and Sara
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The Short Box: A Comic Book Podcast
Join four lifelong friends for entertaining discussions about comics and culture
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How can you do a podcast with the gentleman of the American Forked Podcast and not talk about good ol' American Fork? We talk about what it was like growing up there, what cool things you can do there, and where to find the fork.
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Conversations with notable people you THINK you know. Find out what they REALLY represent.
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Belonging Songs
Hear new, original songs evolve from demos into finished tracks within each episode.
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We're in the midst of graduation season so we figured why not talk about the school everyone takes at least one class from.
Happy Memorial Day! This week we talk about the history and remants of Camp Kearns in... Well, Kearns Utah.
We know gas is expensive but do you remember a time when you could drag State Street without even thinking about that? Join us as we discuss the ins and outs of cruisin’ State.
Who knew songwriters had such a love for Utah? We did! In this episode, we talk about some of our favorites.
We’ve all been there. It’s late at night and you just need something greasy to hit the spot. Thankfully here in Utah, there is no shortage of this type of place to get your fix. On this special Cinco de Mayo-themed episode we talk about Betos, Ranchertios, and all the other copycats.
We talk about Smith's in this episode but mostly we talk about how to get all the deals. This is not an episode you want to miss!
I don't know if you've heard but Nate plays pickleball. He plays quite frequently. Because of that, he's a very well-connected individual in the pickleball community. That's why we get awesome guests like Matt Anselmo. Matt is the king of Kings Court which is a pickleball club formed within Salt Lake County. He came on to talk to us about the club, what they do, and how people can get involved.
There are a lot of inspiring people to follow but you don't have to look much further than our own backyard to find Mr. Jimmy Rex. Jimmy has held many roles such as author, real estate agent, podcaster, and now podcast studio owner. We got the chance to sit down with Jimmy in Rookery Studios to talk with him about many of his life experiences. We recommend you follow him and check out his podcast "The Jimmy Rex Show."
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Fresh off the College Basketball National Championship. How did you watch your game? We know it wasn't at Iggy's but we sure wish it could have been!
Is there a better way to prep for General Conference than by listening to a podcast about the conference center? Not a chance.
Look, we know some of y’all members of the church want to try some coffee. Well, thanks to Latter-Day Cafe, you pretty much can! We spoke with Michael Draper who created this WOW friendly drink stop. Even if you drink coffee already, give it a try.
This has got to be at least the second greatest Disney Channel Original Movie to be filmed in Utah! A young basketball player suddenly runs out of luck when his gold charm is stolen? And then he finds out he's actually a leprechaun? Solid gold!
Yes, folks, it's the moment you have all been waiting for that Nate finally chopped off his hair. What better way to celebrate than by checking out an awesome local barbershop? We talk with Annie Davis of the Bootlegged barber to talk about the shop and Nate's hair cut/donation.
Sure you can always do the easy date like a movie or... a movie. But why not try something out of the box? We spoke with McCall and Collin who are known as The Average Daters on Instagram and they shared with us their experience and some of the best date ideas!
Well, if you stuck with us for the full month, hope you had as much fun as we did!
We finished out our Olympic series visiting the Olympic Oval in Kearns. Thanks IOC for giving us a whole months worth of content.
There were a lot more stories and details to cover so we threw (almost) the rest of it into this third episode of our 2002 Winter Olympics voyage!
We had the privelege of talking with another person that was an active participant in the 2002 Winter Games. Stacey had the honor of running the torch! Listen in to hear her experience.
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In honor of the 20th anniversary of the 2002 Winter Olympics, we are doing a whole month of episodes to celebrate! For this first episode we talk with Matt who was able to participate in both ceremonies as a youth.
And speaking of celebration, this is also episode 100! Can you take another 200 episodes of us?
It's that film festival in Utah that everyone goes to except for the people that live in Utah.
We are joined by Colby Dunn who is an author, martial arts teacher, and an all-around great guy. Check out his "The Eyes of Fate" trilogy here http://colbydunn.com/
In this episode, we talk with Colby about the wonderful city of Heber. The place we all want to live but none of us have enough money for.
The very special fun center that once stood atop Decker Lake Drive. Gone but not forgotten.
Bangerter Highway is a very effective route if you're on the west side of Salt Lake Valley. We talk it's origins and what the future holds.
Recent life events have inspired a quicker episode today. Thanks for a great 2021 and we hope for the same in 2022!
Don't be a Grinch. Instead, soaks up some fun holiday festivity by checking out Whoville at 4249 S. 6485 W. in West Valley. Tune your radio to 94.5, park in a spot that doesn't block someone's driveway, and then venture out to get a picture taken with The Grinch and Max.
Join us as we visit Jimmy Stewart's most iconic Christmas film, "Mr. Krueger's Christmas." If you thought we were talking about "It's a Wonderful Life" then you're in luck because we talk about that too.
Well, it's going to be a short one today. But we must say we are thankful for all 18 of our listeners! Have a wonderful holiday!
Have you joined everyone else in the pickleball craze? Nate's embraced it and Brandon has played once. But today we talked with someone passionate enough about it to open up a place that focuses squarely on pickleball. Devan Egan, one of the founders of Club Pickleball USA, joined us to talk about their facility and all the hype around the sport.
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Is it ever overwhelming to make meals every night? Wouldn't it be easier to have a home-cooked meal without doing the cooking yourself? Does this sound like an ad? Well, it isn't! Instead it's our episode with Sarah and Paul England who are the founders of Dinnertime Meals which is just an all-around great company. They share with us how the company started, how you can get some food now, and what to look for in the future.
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We are joined by Eric Bailey who is the CEO of Feel Well, Live Well. Recently he shared on Facebook his plans to create an LDS-inspired theme park. We talked with Eric about his vision and plans for what to expect.
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Frightmares at Lagoon has been a great way to get in the Halloween spirit since 1995. What is your favorite thing about Frightmares?
Yes, this is our second episode this year about "Haunted Woods" but lucky for you this is one that you can still visit!
On October 25, 26, and 27 you can venture to Murray park where you can find a fun and spooky Halloween event. For $5 you get an entrance, hot chocolate and a donut plus the warm feeling that you are doing something that goes towards a good cause. So bundle up and take the whole family!
Halloween Kills is in theaters this week but that doesn't mean we can overlook the classics that proceeded it. Halloween 4 was filmed in many locations throughout Utah and we thought it was worth it to watch the movie and discuss our thoughts on it.
Happy (almost) October!
We're starting things off with some subject matter experts. Jennifer and Matt of the dead history joined us to talk about the haunted history of the Wendover Airfield, other haunted places, ghost theories, and a lot more!
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Brandon visits the fair for his 9th time and Nate visits for his first... Will they like it enough to go again next year? Listen in to find out!
Concerts are back! Nate, Brandon, and Matt decided to take a trip up to Ogden for the Twilight Concert Series. They took a train, saw a fire, jammed to the music, and then almost got stranded. Listen in to this latest episode to hear all about it!
Fall is here (okay, not "officially") and so is football! This week, two of the top football programs in Utah will be facing each other, and apparently, it's a big deal.
We were joined by Jarom Jordan of BYU Sports Nation, the Deep Blue podcast, the Utah Warriors Rugby, and just about any other sports-related project he can get his hands on.
It's no surprise that we are loyal, strong, and true but we try to be fair to that other team BYU is playing too so we hope you won't skip this one!
We thought that we knew all about the best donuts but then we met Benjamin, The Donut Critic.
He shared with us some of his favorite donut places, tacos, details on Sugar High (a dessert convention coming to the Mountain America Convention Center on October 16th), and more!
Also, make sure you follow @donutcritic and @sugar.high.events for updates on events and mouth watering Instagram content.
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I came up with the pun after the episode was recorded so I had to find a way to throw it.
We've been a little busy so we thought we'd take a break from visiting places for this one and just do some old-fashioned Wikipedia research. Enjoy the invention of the TV!
On this day 22 years ago, a tornado ripped through downtown Salt Lake. All these years later and we're still talking about the "storm of the century." Where were you when the tornado touched down?
It's the best worst movie and was conveniently filmed right here in our backyard. Luckily we got to speak with George Hardy who played a big part in making this movie what it is today.
While we would have loved to hit every worthwhile ice cream joint in our state, our stomachs and wallets wouldn't allow it. We figured the next best thing to do was to talk with someone dedicating a whole Instagram page to just that!
We had the pleasure of speaking with Shay of icecream.foodie. She shared with us thoughts on some of the places we covered and gave us a rundown of the top 5 places we missed out on. Make sure you follow her and check out her extensive list as well.
Did you discover any hidden gems this month? Did you reinforce your love for somewhere as well? Let us know what you found out this National Ice Cream Month!
Happy (belated) 4th of July! Just because the holiday is over, doesn't mean you can't still have a taste of freedom by stopping by Brookers Founding Flavors. There you will find colonial-themed attire, ice cream flavors, and even music. Also, try the Liberty Bell Challenge if you dare.
Of course, lots of cities throughout the state have their own festival but we think this one is truly something special.
Stay tuned at the end of the episode for a special encore performance from Nate of Diamonds in the Rough!
Got a bit of an unconventional episode for ya today!
Why? First, we've been both sad and busy. Two, we don't show enough love to Utah county. Enjoy our rundown of the top 40 famous people that have resided in Utah county.
Who did we leave out?
Feel like you’ve been unable to truly navigate Salt Lake since the year 2000? You’re not alone! The Murray Smoke Stacks stood as emblems of The Valley for many years until they were taken down. Their legacy is still sprinkled throughout Murray in a couple of ways (structures by the trax station, mural by Costco and dedicated by the hospital).
While we’re always sad to see things torn down, it at least gives Wendi Pettet of @demolished more things to talk about for her podcast! We were lucky to have her join us for this episode to lend her insight and expertise.
We finish out our 3 part Ogden series with a visit for lunch at the Prairie Schooner Steak House. Enjoy a quiet meal under the stars huddled up in a covered wagon.
White Roller Coaster? Lagoon Dipper? Mr. Rickety? Whatever you call it, you can't dispute the importance of this now 100 years old treasure.
We're keeping it in Ogden for the second week in a row as we discuss Ogden High School with Jon Smith of Cool Stuff Utah and Arrow 103.5.
Up in Ogden you will find a park dedicated to all things dinosaurs! There’s fossils, gems, animatronics and more! Is it ideal for a couple of grown men? You’ll have to listen in to find out!
"Who do you think you are? I am!" said the Dude as we visit Allstar Lanes for this week's episode.
¡Feliz Cinco de Mayo! We thought it would be fitting to stop by one of our favorite Mexican restaurants, Salsaleedos. We talked with the GM, Jake Bright, about this community-centric establishment's history, food, and artwork.
This episode has Wilford Brimley, at length discussion of a niche Star Wars trilogy (hopefully), and some window-smashing podcast fans. What more could you ask for?
We say hello and goodbye to a long-standing Salt Lake restaurant. Farewell Coachman's, we always wanted to be pleasantly surprised but never took the chance and we regret it.
Well, kind of. We talk about the history of Lester Wire and the original electric traffic light
Also, would emojis help encourage you to slow down? Frowning faces sure seem to help us!
Thanks to the Salt Lake City History Minute for the audio clip.
We can't stop talking about the film industry in Utah and we couldn't miss out on the opportunity to do an episode about The Sandlot on its 28th anniversary. No better way to do it than with one of the main characters from the movie in Marty York!
We got to speak with Marty about his time filming The Sandlot, other things he's worked on, the explosion of the movie's fame, and what he's up to now. We recommend you go and watch the movie and then let Disney know it's time for a Sandlot series.
We had a great time chatting with Britani Underwood who is an actor, singer, model, writer... you name it! We know her most from her starring role in The RM and Mobster's & Mormons but there is so much more beyond that.
While you get a great interview in this episode, you will also find out the middle names of both Brandon and Nate (something that everyone has been asking for). So, join us on this break from the "place" format episode!
We officially made it to a whole year! Thanks for joining us on this and the other 52 episodes we've had so far. For this week's episode, we revisit how we got the podcast idea, we talk about trampolines, and also the new butterscotch milkshake.
At this year mark, we ask for your suggestions! What can we do better? What could we do worse? What episodes would you like to hear? What episodes should we absolutely avoid? Leave us your ideas in the comments, DMs or send us an email at thisisaplacepodcast@gmail.com. Thanks again for your continued support.
Happy Saint Patrick's Day! Nothing can exemplify this Americanized holiday more than visiting a pub that is themed after leprechauns. If you're going to go anywhere to celebrate (besides McDonald's for a shamrock shake) then you have to check this place out.
Sorry, we just had to do it.
Listen to our take on the wildly popular Netflix documentary about Mark Hoffman who was an expert forger turned murderer.
....on Road Redwood. Who could forget the catchy jingles, quirky commercials, and the gigantic store? The Riddle family definitely had something special in Furniture Warehouse.
Today we discuss Utah's premier light rail system courtesy of the Utah Transit Authority. You can use TRAX to get to a Jazz game, a high school football state final and you might even find your abandoned vehicle at a local station. Listen in to hear all about it!
Maybe you look at Hires and think that's a great place to get a burger and some fries but it's so much more than that. A big thanks to Mark Hale for giving us a deep dive into the life of his father Don Hale and what really makes this place so special. If it's been a minute, stop by Hires and get yourself a good old-fashioned meal complete with a malt (trust us on the malt).
Happy Valentine's week from This is a Place Podcast!
Can you call yourself a Utahn if you haven't stayed at least one night in the Anniversary Inn? Of course, you can but you would be missing out on the best-themed hotel that our state has to offer. Take a stay with us as we explore many of the great rooms throughout their four locations. You might be too late to book a stay there for this weekend but it doesn't mean you can't offer the gift of a future visit as a gift.
Yes, we know we already did a Raging Waters episode but it was super popular so we're trying to replicate our success, okay?
In all reality, there have been some developments with plans for the site. We have to do our part to disseminate this information. Listen as we break down the 5 scenarios, give our ideas and get off track talking about Groundhog Day.
Who goes to an arcade at 2:00 on a Tuesday afternoon? The boys from This is a Place do! In this week's episode, we talk about Nickel Mania which is one of Utah's premier nickel arcades. We talk Wizard of Oz, Nickelback, and poorly researched arcade game history.
Do you think you enjoy our podcast? Wait till you hear our sister podcast! Utah Famous has been dropping Utah knowledge since October of 2019. They were gracious enough to do an episode with us on the legendary Allen Park (which many who were teens in Utah know as Hobbitville). Join us as we talk our knowledge of this newer Salt Lake City purchase and maybe you'll hear some classic LOTR jokes along the way.
We Utahn's love Disneyland... and Disneyland loves us? For this episode, we are joined by Chris and Amanda Provost as we talk about the adventures they have as well as specific things that tie our happy state to the happiest place on earth.
Did we do an obligatory end of the year episode? You betcha! Listen in as we recap Christmas, Utah news of 2020, favorite podcast moments, and what is to come in 2021!
We talk about midnight mass at the Cathedral, eggnog shakes and maybe even meet Santa... all this and more on our final Christmas themed episode of 2020!
... at the Cottonwood High School Auditorium of course (because the rule of the podcast is it has to be a place).
Is it truly a Utah Christmas if you aren't belting out "Let Him in" all December long? This year is no exception. Sure you can't go to C-Wood and experience the magic in person but you could still check it out in theaters and now buy or stream it. Michael McLean's masterpiece can still be enjoyed in 2020 and we would recommend that you do just that.
For many years, this street located in Taylorsville has been a Christmas tradition. The residents here all participate in a joint effort of telling "The Night Before Christmas." Take your family and some hot cocoa while taking a drive (or stroll) through this neighborhood. Big thanks to all the residents of Christmas Street and specifically to Tawnie South who was nice enough to tell us all about it.
Don't let COVID ruin your Christmas! There is plenty to still do to enjoy the holiday. Our first stop for this year was visiting the Tree of Life (or the "Tree of Light" as some call it). It's a fun tradition for those in Draper and surrounding cities that began as early as 2012 when Brite Nites took over. But is the one in Draper the only Tree of Life? Listen in to find out!
We heard they have some killer Black Friday deals going on this weekend at the Cottonwood Mall. We're definitely going to head to Tease 'N Keys first, wrap-around to the Game Peddler, then JMR, a bite to eat at Wayne's Mongolian BBQ, and then a stop at Tilt arcade on the way out.
Sadly not this year or any other year can you now visit the Cottonwood Mall but it doesn't mean we can't all reminisce about it, right? Big thanks to the crew from Messin' with Mormons (CD, Chez, and Wade) for hosting us so we could all talk about the good old days of hanging out at the mall.
It's that time of year folks and we need this more than ever...carbo-load! There is no better place to get your fill than at SpudToddos which is a fast-casual restaurant in West Jordan. While many people view the potato as a side dish, the owner Todd puts it at the center of every plate. You can get it baked, mashed, fried, sweet, or salad(ed?) However you take your potato, they have you covered. What is the craziest thing you've ever put on top of a potato?
It doesn't seem holy and it's definitely not a retreat...but this location a couple of miles up Logan canyon is sure full of stories! It has taken on many roles over the years but most notably would be that of a nunnery. Scary stories surround this place but none is more horrifying than the real-life nightmare that our guest Tito Thanadabouth had to endure. While his story doesn't necessarily involve ghosts, hell hounds, or a dark presence, it does convince us to heed the "NO TRESPASSING" warning.
In this episode, we talk about a disc golf course in Taylorsville and the invention of the frisbee by a Utah native. We also talk about tetanus shots, MTC rules created as a result of Nates antics, and how to not make a passion frolfer angry (hint: don't call it frolf).
"A group of Colorado teens being chased down by a fisherman. What could this possibly have to do with Utah," you ask? Well, it could only mean that the movie was filmed here! For our final October episode, we talk I'll Always Know What you Did Last Summer with one of the stars from the movie, KC Clyde.
We can all agree that 2020 has felt like a cursed year...so fraternizing with some witches couldn't make it any worse, right? For a family-friendly Halloween experience, we would suggest stopping by WitchFest at Gardner Village! You can enjoy a scavenger hunt, some Halloween themed treats, and maybe even see a live witch or two. There's plenty of fun to be had here this October. Let us know which witch is your favorite!
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What does a dilapidated old building across from a cemetery have any use for? Probably the best new haunted house in the state of Utah! Dead City is perfectly located in Murray and is keeping you safe through COVID while still giving you a good scare. Big thanks to Tim and Josh for taking the time to speak with them about the great set up they have here! We'd be very spooked if you don't get the chance to visit so hurry over!
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Pirates of the Scareibean? Flying Dracula? Authentic Haunted Mansion props? All this and more was what you could find at Rocky Point.
From 1979 to 2006, this was the premier haunted attraction in Utah with its original location in Ogden and then in South Salt Lake. Headed by the Queen of Haunts, Cydney Neil, it really paved the way for the abundance of haunted houses we enjoy today.
Lucky for us, we were able to visit with and interview The Queen herself. A very big thanks to Cydney for taking the time to reminisce about the old days. Let us know what you remember about this gone but not forgotten Utah treasure.
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One of the greatest things about Utah is a group of people very dedicated to decorating their houses for Halloween. Rocky Mountain Haunters was established in 2001 by people that shared the same vision of props, decorations, and spooky fun. A big thanks to Greg Shoop (The Map Master) of RMH for talking with us for this episode.
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Travel to a different time when you stop in at this hidden gem in Murray. Some of the things you'll find may be out of production since the '90s which means you're guaranteed to get a good deal. May as well rent a storage unit while you're at it! You won't regret a visit to Guy's Discount Store. Don't forget your cash.
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RC Willey has been making "your home, your way" since as early as the 1930's. It also has to be the only place you can find hot dogs, Nintendo Switches, Warren Buffett and a retail credit card. Did they sponsor this episode? Not directly, but in a way they did with all the great deals they've been giving the Utah community over the years!
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September 11, 1996, will forever be remembered by the people of Spanish Fork. While normally a peaceful place, the controversial and political rock band Rage Against the Machine shook the town to its very core when they performed here. A big thank you to Clint Betts for revisiting this dark day in history with us. This episode may elicit some strong feelings. We would encourage that if you have a brother that has dogs that you have them with you while listening to this episode for protection.
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Take a dive into one of the most highly-themed restaurants that the Salt Lake Valley has ever seen. Logan Young is a former diver and entertainer from the Mayan and he takes who through the behind the scenes of working there.
Did you ever experience a chewy enchilada at the Mayan? Did you have a chlorinated water-based margarita? Did your ex-boyfriend attempt an elaborate proposal at the top of the cliffs at this restaurant? We want to hear all about it!
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You've heard Nate talk about his love for Orange Bang and it's where he gets it. Brandon easily gets a brain freeze but it doesn't stop him from having 2-3 Frazil's a week at this place. In this week's episode, we're talking about Holiday Oil. So grab the nearest bag of 2-day old popcorn and enjoy the ride!
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We've finally arrived at the moment you have all been waiting for... We visited Lagoon! Thanks to our guest Matt for accompanying us on this journey.
Lagoon is a very special place as it is the largest amusement park in Utah. There is no way we will even scratch the surface of this place in one episode so stay tuned for many more in the future.
While we talk about a lot of things, we have many questions for you the listener. What is your favorite ride? What are your thoughts on the new ride? Were the mermaids on Tidal Wave always fully clothed? Would you recognize us if we dressed up as McGruff for Halloween this year?
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What do does a sword, Kodak and a kayak all have in common? It’s all in The Vault! Only here on the This is a Place podcast can you get the facts about what’s really inside the secret catacombs at the mouth of little cottonwood canyon.
A big thanks to Alan who spent some time behind the scenes at the vault and was kind enough to provide his voice and experiences for this mysterious place.
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This not so secret lake can be found a couple of miles up Little Cottonwood canyon. How many miles? You better do your research beforehand or you're going to get duped! Join us as we take our first adventure out into the Utah wilderness.
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Only in Utah can we slap turkey, cheese and sprouts between two deep fried pastries and call it healthy. Who’s been doing this consistently for 43 years? It could only be Sconecutter! And don’t forget, we’re going for 5 stars here people!
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Happy 24th of July! There's nothing more fitting for a Pioneer Day than listening to an episode of This is a Place in which we talk about This is the Place.
A sincere thank you to the park and for getting us in touch with our guest Brian Westover who gave us a lot of great insights in to the park.
Did Brigham Young utter the words “This is the place?” What ever happened to the park’s haunted village? Can I safely visit the park during the pandemic at a discount? Listen in to find out! While you’re at it, be a pioneer yourself and share this podcast with 47 of your closest friends. It’s what Brigham would have wanted.
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Emos, headstones with websites, prominent Mormons, and hammocks? These are all things you can find at The Salt Lake City Cemetery. In this week's episode, we are also joined by Chris Sirrine who, in our opinion, is an expert grave finder. What is your favorite grave in this cemetery? Let us know here:
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If you find yourself at 1904 W. & 5400 S. in Taylorsville, your dollar won't go quite as far as it once did. Close to four years ago the movie theater at this location closed it's doors forever so developers could fry bigger fishes... and chicken... and steaks. Many changes happened over the 36 years that the building stood. In 1980, it started as the first 6 plex Fast forward 20 years and you'll find the dollar theater that many remember. It may not be comparable to the behemoths around the corner these days, this isn't a theater we will soon forget.
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Did you know that there is a 75-year-old sculpture garden in Utah? Neither did we. You'll also be interested to find out that it is the only designated visionary art environment in the state of Utah. Look at us getting all cultured.
Gilgal is an eccentric spot in where you can take a stroll, snap some cool Instagram pics, and enjoy some quiet. You're going to find a sphynx with the face of Joseph Smith, symbolic stones, and maybe even a transient or two, but we suggest going to this garden is something you should do.
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For this episode, Brandon and Nate had the opportunity to speak with Arthur Owens who is the owner of the pop-up restaurant Row Ohh's Chicken and Waffles. By checking this place out you'll be supporting a growing local business, interaction with a talented and genuine individual, and some 90's nostalgia. Oh, and the food is AMAZING.
Make sure you listen to the full episode as you'll get to hear the debut of the officially unoffical Row Ohh's Chicken and Waffles jingle at the end!
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There's nothing like a warm summer night under the stars while listening to one of your favorite bands live. USANA Amphitheater is a great place to have such an experience. Every year (this year being the exception) you'll find a long list of concerts to enjoy from country to rap. Grab a premium reserved seat closer to the stage or chill back on the grass. However you do it, you'll find a great atmosphere, stellar music and a picturesque view of the Wasatch Front.
If halfway through the episode you wonder "this seems a little long for an episode on USANA" then you are probably right. But what would an episode be without arguments over bands that we like, well timed dad jokes or some shade thrown at Barry Manilow? Well, it wouldn't be an episode of This is a Place. So throw that podcast app on 2x speed and enjoy!
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As these hot summer days begin, putting on your swim trunks and sliding down a large waterslide would be perfect! Unfortunately, you're going to have to look elsewhere as this former water park is nothing but weeds and graffiti.
That doesn't mean we can't talk about the good old days though, right? Join as us we revisit Raging Waters (also known as Seven Peaks and Wild Wave). Did Bill and Ted frequent this water park? When is opening back up? Did Nate really ride the first-ever H20 rollercoaster? Do we live in Glendale? You may have some of these questions answered upon listening to this episode.
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Where you can find Halloween candy in January, DVDs for a dollar, buckets of convenience store nacho cheese, and American flag shoes all in the same place. It can only be the NPS store (also known as Market Square).
Who better to bring us along on this treasure hunt than our own wives? Thanks to Beky and Maddy for being our guests on this episode!
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"¡Santa vaca! You're telling me that this place has the best tacos this side of Mexico? ¡No manches!"
Si, manches. Santo Taco is an authentic Mexican restaurant in Salt Lake where you'll find tacos, enchiladas, churros, horchata, unique decor, AND the music... they have it all. As you begin to venture back out into the world, we recommend you give this place a try!
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Many have asked but few know... What is that odd-looking thing hovering near the Loveland Living Planet Aquarium? Listen to the episode to find out!
Thanks to our guests this week from the "You Tell Me" podcast.
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Maybe you won't be traveling outside of the country anytime soon, but that doesn't mean you can't get some international exposure. In Salt Lake alone you can visit 25 different countries all in an afternoon! Grab your passport as we explore the International Peace Gardens in this week's episode.
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With so much craziness in the world right now, we deserve to indulge a little bit. One of the best ways to do that in the great state of Utah is through uniquely flavored and named soft drinks. Luckily we have plenty of places to choose from. Grab the pop of your choice, a frosted sugar cookie and maybe even some popcorn as we talk about Swig, Sodalicious and Fiiz!
On this episode we are joined by Joel of Sunday Soda Review. Make sure you check it out here on YouTube https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC_jrfta6O6h5k9X3BtP2uGQ
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What do pirate mini golf, pet hospitals and a late 90's pop song have in common? All of it happened at this special place.
49th Street Galleria or The Fun Dome was a unique place that found it's way in to the hearts of Utahan's starting in 1983. While the building has undergone changes, renovations and failed business opportunities over the years, many will never forget the fond memories once forged at this location.
Also joining us on this episode is a longtime friend and fan of the podcast, Matt.
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In this quarantine friendly episode, you'll hear talk of the famous Tiger King, county recreation sports logistics and Tijuana bus trip nightmares.
If you've come for the main purpose of this episode, which is the timeless classic "Dumb and Dumber" then we have you covered as well. This movie was filmed all around Utah for at least 3/4's of it's duration so we decided it merited a This is a Place treatment.
What are the chances you finish the whole episode? If you're answer is one in a million then we're saying there's a chance!
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The big New York department store? The famous Thanksgiving Day Parade? We won't cover any of that because instead we are talking about the Utah Grocery Store! Our Macey's has the friendly faces, the (formerly) Utah sensitive hours and KONG KONES!
*This episode was recorded prior to the coronavirus pandemic.
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Come social distance with us on our first virtual podcast experience. We spend this episode reminiscing about this extinct Utah original. We'll talk about the burgers, scandals and iconic cheese fries. Grab your ultimate dipping sauce and pick up that phone as we talk about the Training Table.
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Tie up your skates as we roll along the floors of this classic center of fun. We'll talk junk food, waterfalls and snowballs.
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This diner like restaurant in Midvale Utah has a very "at home" feel. You'll find out about the legendary garbage hash, the decadent Belgian delight and maybe even a steaming plate of hot gossip. On this episode we are also joined by our first guest Josh.
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This is a Place podcast explores the places that we find interesting. It's a way to highlight the unique places around our great state of Utah. We hope you would like to join us on this adventure.
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