Moscow-based Pastor Doug Wilson is a polarizing figure known for his extreme views, which he spreads through churches and schools. His influence is spreading to Washington, D.C., where Secretary of Defense Pete Hegseth shared a controversial Wilson interview on social media. Extremely American podcast host Heath Druzin joins host Lindsay Van Allen to break d ... Show More
Yesterday
Fall’s Showing Off, but Can It Win Boise’s Season Showdown?
Fall might be showing off right now, but we’re not convinced it’s the city’s best time of year! So, the City Cast Boise team and friend of the show Matthew Melton are diving into a seasonal showdown. They’re debating our city’s year-round offerings, from hot springs to snowy esca ... Show More
30m 48s
Nov 2024
Ballot Boxes on Fire, SLC Street Safety, Cow Cuddles
The election is next week, and the vibes in SLC are … intense. Host Ali Vallarta and executive producer Emily Means give a rundown of how local officials are securing your vote amid recent ballot box fires in other states. Plus, SLC’s Vision Zero progress, cuddling emo cows, and ... Show More
37m 30s
May 2025
The Julia Reagan Billboard Debate, Permanent Farmers Market, MomTok Parody
You’ve seen her billboards, but do you know her story? Salt Lake Tribune reporter Andy Larsen, socio-pop anthropologist Cassie Bingham, and executive producer Emily Means dive into Julia Reagan’s lore. Plus, a year-round farmers market, a MomTok parody, and a cinematic summer sho ... Show More
32m 36s
Feb 2025
Avenging Julia Reagan, Cold Plunge Coffee, Frog Eye Salad Nostalgia
Billboard queen Julia Reagan is making headlines again, as her husband seeks to avenge her death through a new lawsuit. Host Ali Vallarta and executive producer Emily Means discuss the details and consider the impacts of Utah’s nursing shortage. Plus, cold plunge coffee coming to ... Show More
32m 25s
May 2025
What Could Go at the Old Dunkin’ Donuts on 400 South?
Salt Lake City was the fastest growing city in Utah over the past year, according to new data from the U.S. Census. So, how is it that in a city with so much life, we have dozens of vacant and boarded-up buildings? Hey Salt Lake Newsletter editor Terina Ria, producer Ivana Martin ... Show More
31m 44s
Jun 2025
Getting Your Dad Drunk, No Taco Bell, Lame Adult Game
More of the craziest reviews that the internet has to offer! We find out about a large beer brewery tour that seems to leave people more disappointed, and less drunk than they'd like to be. A truck stop Taco Bell location that may be one of the worst in the US, where they run out ... Show More
1h 5m
Sep 2024
A Rose So Sweet, Strip Mall Camping, Bowling For Feel Ups
This week, we hear some crazy reviews, including a bowling alley where the mandatory feel up may be too high a price for admission. A very personal item that has caused several women's souls to apparently leave their bodies. A campsite that gives you all the splendor of sleeping ... Show More
1h 8m