Utah Famous

Haunted Hallowed Halls

Thu, 27 Oct 2022 00:00:00 -0600

This week, Sarah tells some spooky stories from four University Campuses in Utah. Scholars beware! But seriously, some of these are pretty creepy.

Utah Cookie Wars

Thu, 11 Aug 2022 00:00:00 -0600

Have you heard the Utah cookie gossip? This week Jordan is bringing up the Crumbl vs Crave and Dirty Dough lawsuit and we are here to fill you in on the details (along with a side of our own opinions).

ZCMI Christmas Windows

Tue, 21 Dec 2021 16:00:00 -0700

On this episode Jordan and Daniel dive into the fascinating history of the department store ZCMI.

Parley's Summit Wildlife Crossing

Tue, 09 Nov 2021 00:00:00 -0700

This week, Sarah talks about the wildlife crossing bridge in Summit County that you maybe didn't know was there...but you'll be really glad it is.

Halloween Minisode 5: Hi-Fi Murders

Tue, 26 Oct 2021 13:00:00 -0600

**DISCLAIMER: These minisodes are not for kids or those who scare easily.**

The last in our Halloween series of minisodes about infamous Utah killers, this week Daniel Blaser joins us once again to talk about the Hi-Fi murders that happened in Ogden, UT in 1974.

Halloween Minisode 4: Arthur Gary Bishop

Sat, 23 Oct 2021 00:00:00 -0600

**DISCLAIMER: These minisodes are not for kids or those who scare easily.**

Continuing in our series of minisodes for the month of October about infamous killers from Utah, this week Jordan and our special guest Daniel Blaser are taking about Arthur Gary Bishop who committed his crimes in the late 1970s through the mid 1980s.

Halloween Minisode 3: Ervil LeBaron

Tue, 19 Oct 2021 00:00:00 -0600

**DISCLAIMER: These minisodes are not for kids or those who scare easily.**

In this episode of our Halloween Minisode series on infamous killers from Utah, we have special guest Daniel Blaser back filling us all in on Ervil LeBaron, the polygamist leader who orchestrated several murders in the 1970s.

Halloween Minisode 2: Gary Gilmore

Sat, 16 Oct 2021 00:00:00 -0600

DISCLAIMER: These minisodes are not for kids or those who scare easily.

For the month of October we're doing a series of minisodes about infamous killers from Utah with our special guest, Daniel Blaser. This next one is about Gary Gilmore, whose Utah County murders and later execution became something the whole nation talked about in the late 1970s.

Halloween Minisode 1: Charles Thiede

Tue, 12 Oct 2021 00:00:00 -0600

DISCLAIMER: These minisodes are not for kids or those who scare easily.

For the month of October we're doing a series of minisodes about infamous killers from Utah with our special guest, Daniel Blaser. This first one is a "mild" one about Charles Theide, the first person executed after Utah became a state. Stay tuned for more in this series and place bets on how many episodes Sarah can stand!

Utah Summer Recap

Tue, 28 Sep 2021 00:00:00 -0600

We're back! In this return episode, Sarah and Jordan talk about 10 things that you might have missed (or that you might remember) from the summer of 2021 in Utah.

Utah Jazz for Dummies

Tue, 25 May 2021 11:00:00 -0600

Joining us this week is Daniel Blaser to give us a condensed Utah Jazz history so if you were wanting to get on the Jazz bandwagon, here's your chance.

Trolley Square

Tue, 13 Apr 2021 00:00:00 -0600

This week, Sarah give us the history and background of Trolley Square, one of Utah’s most unique malls. But of course, it wasn’t always a mall AND it wasn’t always for trolleys.

Mark Hofmann Tour of Salt Lake

Fri, 12 Mar 2021 08:00:00 -0700

Like us, you've probably watched "Murder Among the Mormons" on Netflix and we curious where some of the locations are around Salt Lake City. In this episode we have special guest Daniel Blaser on to take us on a Dark Tour to the locations involved in the Mark Hofmann case and some locations from the documentary itself. We also have all the locations included right here for you to visit (please be respectful of residential locations!):

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Utah's Top Five

Tue, 09 Feb 2021 00:00:00 -0700

This week, Sarah talks about Utah's top five...everything–--from Universities and high schools to largest cities and smallest towns. Do you have a favorite music venue, ski resort, donut place, hike, or National Park? See where it ranks on this incredibly random list of Utah's top five's.

Capitol Theatre

Tue, 26 Jan 2021 00:00:00 -0700

Remember when we talked about the haunted happenings at the Capitol Theatre? Well, this week Jordan is taking us back to talk about the history of this classic theater from the beginning to present-day.

This is a Place Podcast

Tue, 19 Jan 2021 07:00:00 -0700

This week's episode we recorded with Nate and Brandon for their podcast, This is a Place! We discussed why we started both our podcasts and, since they talk about places in Utah, we talked a little more about Allen Park/Hobbitville since we visited it after doing our initial episode. We hope you enjoy this episode and give a listen to This is a Place if you haven't already!

Hallmark Movies

Tue, 22 Dec 2020 00:00:00 -0700

We couldn't get through the holidays without sneaking an episode in especially about something truly important: Hallmark Movies! There were a handful filmed in Utah this year and this week Sarah breaks down the stories and filming locations along with some formulas for a good Hallmark Movie. Merry Christmas!

Utah's First Thanksgiving

Tue, 24 Nov 2020 00:00:00 -0700

We all know about the first Thanksgiving but do you know about Utah's first Thanksgiving? This week, Sarah tells the story followed by a discussion of Utah Thanksgiving side dishes. Hope you're hungry.

Hotel Utah

Tue, 17 Nov 2020 00:00:00 -0700

Did you know that the Joseph Smith Memorial Building in Salt Lake used to be the world famous Hotel Utah? This week, Jordan will give us the history of this beautiful building and what once was including celebrity guests, clothing requirements, and why the Mormon's allowed a bar in the hotel.

Capitol Reef National Park

Tue, 03 Nov 2020 07:00:00 -0700

This week, Sarah talks about Capitol Reef National Park including why it's called Capitol Reef and what you can do at this park that's kind of in the middle of all our National Parks.

Haunted Salt Lake

Tue, 27 Oct 2020 00:00:00 -0600

Happy Halloween week! It's our last spooky episode and Jordan brings it this week with super creepy stories from some of Salt Lake's most haunted buildings.

One Year Anniversary

Tue, 20 Oct 2020 00:00:00 -0600

One year of Utah Famous the podcast and this week Jordan and Sarah turn the tables on each other and find out what Utah favorites each have. Special thank you to all our listeners!

Salt Lake Grave Robber

Tue, 13 Oct 2020 00:00:00 -0600

Our spooky stories continue this week when Sarah shares the mysterious tale of grave robber John Baptiste from Salt Lake City. Get ready to be creeped out.

Devereaux Mansion

Tue, 06 Oct 2020 00:00:00 -0600

This week, Jordan gives us the run-down of the historic Devereaux Mansion in Salt Lake City including the tales of it being haunted. Have you been there? Have you seen anything spooky? Well, Jordan has and will share her story with us on this week's episode.

Sundance Resort

Tue, 29 Sep 2020 00:00:00 -0600

The Autumn colors have hit Utah and one of the best spots for viewing them is at the Sundance Resort! This week, Sarah digs into the history of the mountain resort (before and after Robert Redford came along) and finds some interesting bits to the story that make Sundance what it is today.

Salt Lake Cemetery

Tue, 22 Sep 2020 00:00:00 -0600

We're creeping up on Halloween so Jordan is starting the Fall season off with a bit of history around a few of the Salt Lake Cemetery's spooky stories. Do you believe in ghosts?

Utah Accent

Tue, 08 Sep 2020 00:00:00 -0600

Whether we like to admit it or not, Utah has an accent...and that's ok! This week, Sarah discusses the local dialect and quizzes Jordan on her pronunciation of certain words. But more importantly, how do you say them?

High School Musical

Tue, 25 Aug 2020 00:00:00 -0600

As summer vacation comes to a close it's time to head back to school for a study hall session of High School Musical. This week Jordan provides everything you need to know (but let's be honest, we will do more episodes later) on the groundbreaking Disney Channel franchise that put East High School on the map.

Interview: Will Rubio

Tue, 11 Aug 2020 00:00:00 -0600

We had a lot of fun going behind the scenes this week with actor/comedian Will Rubio as we chatted about his history in Utah including his college and improv years up to his sixth season hosting BYUtv's Random Acts.

Pioneer Day

Tue, 28 Jul 2020 00:00:00 -0600

We hope everyone had a good Pioneer Day! This week Jordan takes a trek through the history of our most popular state holiday (which is basically Utah's 4th of July, Part Two).

Pando

Tue, 14 Jul 2020 00:00:00 -0600

Wait, you've never heard of Pando? A lot of people haven't. One of the world's largest organisms is located here in Utah and this week Sarah gets to the roots of the "Trembling Giant."

Great Salt Lake

Tue, 30 Jun 2020 00:00:00 -0600

What's so great about the Great Salt Lake? This week Jordan will fill you in on the history of the largest salt water lake in the Western Hemisphere that we're lucky to have in our own backyard.

Frisbee Inventor

Tue, 23 Jun 2020 00:00:00 -0600

The inventor of the Frisbee was from Utah! So, the next time you toss a Frisbee, play Frisbee golf, or suit up for a game of Ultimate remember with pride that that piece of plastic perfection was invented by a Utahn.

Utah State Symbols

Tue, 16 Jun 2020 00:00:00 -0600

On this week's episode Jordan will test your Utah trivia by going through all of Utah's symbols, from the official state dance to the state fish. Did you know Utah has a state star? Neither did we!

The BYU Hijacker

Tue, 09 Jun 2020 11:00:00 -0600

This week Sarah takes us through the bizarre story of a BYU student turned hijacker in the 1970s (you know, when hijacking was commonplace). There are twists and turns that make this tale a story to remember.

Bear Lake Monster

Thu, 04 Jun 2020 10:00:00 -0600

The legend of the Bear Lake Monster goes way back and this week Jordan dives into the history of this mystery. Do you believe in the Bear Lake Monster?

Bridal Veil Falls

Tue, 19 May 2020 00:00:00 -0600

Don't go chasing waterfalls but if you need something to do during quarantine...then by all means chase this one. This week Sarah goes into the history of Provo Canyon's beloved and beautiful Bridal Veil Falls including the legend that we didn't know existed.

Hobbitville

Tue, 12 May 2020 00:00:00 -0600

We hope you're ready to get to the bottom of one of Utah's urban legends! This week Jordan goes into the myths and the truths behind "Hobbitville" in Salt Lake and trust us, the truths are just as interesting as the myths.

Bonneville Salt Flats

Tue, 05 May 2020 00:00:00 -0600

Need a road trip idea while in quarantine? Head on out to the Bonneville Salt Flats for an easy social distancing activity (and on the way you can listen to it's history and facts courtesy of Sarah in this week's episode).

Leigh Harline

Tue, 28 Apr 2020 00:00:00 -0600

Known for his memorable songs from Disney films, Leigh Harline hails from Utah and we couldn't be more proud. This week Jordan takes us into the history of this composer and songwriter and proves that Disney wouldn't be Disney without some key Utah players.

Krishna Temples

Tue, 21 Apr 2020 00:00:00 -0600

Did you know that Utah is home to two Krishna Temples? Neither did we! Join us this week as Sarah takes a look at all the Krishna Temples have to offer from the Festival of Colors to weekly Love Feasts to llama rentals.

Seraph Young

Tue, 07 Apr 2020 00:00:00 -0600

The billboards around town talking about Seraph Young peaked our interest so this week Jordan goes into the story of the Utah woman who was the first woman to vote in the United States.

The Sandlot

Tue, 31 Mar 2020 00:00:00 -0600

In our first episode together but apart, we're talking about a filmed in Utah favorite, the Sandlot! Sarah maybe knows this movie a little too well and Jordan might have a little PTSD from the carnival scene.

Zion National Park

Tue, 24 Mar 2020 00:00:00 -0600

If you'd like a little escapism while under quarantine, join Jordan and a special guest to chat about the beautiful Zion National Park.

Pelican Point Murders

Tue, 17 Mar 2020 00:00:00 -0600

Here's a good old murder mystery from 1895 to keep you distracted through your quarantine days! Sarah takes us through the story of three cousins that were murdered near Pelican Point on Utah Lake and the crazy story that follows.

Utah Lake - Part Two

Tue, 10 Mar 2020 00:00:00 -0600

This week we are joined by Sam Braegger of the Utah Lake Commission to continue our discussion on Utah Lake and where things are now. We cover everything from algae blooms to monsters (with some conservation efforts and recreational activities thrown in for good measure).

Pony Express

Tue, 03 Mar 2020 00:00:00 -0700

There's a certain romanticism attached to the Pony Express and this week Sarah goes into the short but memorable history of the fastest mail delivery system in the wild west (which also might involve watching the swoony 90s show "Young Riders").

Dumb and Dumber

Tue, 25 Feb 2020 00:00:00 -0700

For those of you who didn't know, everyone's favorite buddy comedy Dumb and Dumber was filmed in Utah! This week Jordan fills us in on the behind the scenes and filming locations so if you've got no food, no job, and your pet's heads are falling off, give this episode a listen.

Ski Utah

Tue, 18 Feb 2020 00:00:00 -0700

If Utah is famous for anything it's definitely for having the "greatest snow on earth." This week Jordan gives us a history of skiing in the Beehive State (sorry snowboarders) and why Utah is the top destination for hitting the slopes.

Martha Hughes Cannon

Tue, 11 Feb 2020 00:00:00 -0700

Martha Hughes Cannon was a Utah State Senator and the first female Senator in the entire United States making her one of the coolest women in Utah's history--that and a whole lot more about this impressive lady in this week's episode.

Sundance Film Festival

Tue, 04 Feb 2020 00:00:00 -0700

Every year the Sundance Film Festival brings Hollywood (and Hollywood hopefuls) to the mountains of Park City and in this week's episode Sarah is giving us the background and some insight into the famous festival.

Philo T. Farnsworth

Tue, 28 Jan 2020 00:00:00 -0700

In this weeks episode, Jordan gives us the history of the inventor of the television, Philo T. Farnsworth and the world rejoices because seriously where would we all be without television.

Utah Lake - Part One

Tue, 21 Jan 2020 00:00:00 -0700

This week Sarah gives us the ins and outs of Utah's somewhat overlooked yet large body of water: Utah Lake.

Spiral Jetty

Tue, 14 Jan 2020 00:00:00 -0700

This week Jordan gives us the scoop on Utah's famous earthworks art, the Spiral Jetty.

Interview: Drew Champion

Tue, 07 Jan 2020 00:00:00 -0700

This week we do our first interview and test the waters with Sarah's brother Drew Champion who went from filming the morning announcements at Orem High School to writing for and co-producing an animated Netflix show with Dreamworks Animation (and a lot of stuff in between).

Lagoon - Part Two

Tue, 17 Dec 2019 08:00:00 -0700

Jordan takes us back to Lagoon and takes us through the history of the Pioneer Village.

Utahraptor

Tue, 10 Dec 2019 00:00:00 -0700

Sarah takes us back to biology class to talk about our claim to fame in the world of paleontology--the Utahraptor.

Beehive State Buffet

Tue, 03 Dec 2019 00:00:00 -0700

Join us as Jordan takes us through some of Utah's most notorious culinary creations.

Footloose

Tue, 26 Nov 2019 00:00:00 -0700

This week we're talking about Utah's cinematic pride and joy, Footloose! Jump back!

Gilgal Garden

Tue, 19 Nov 2019 00:00:00 -0700

Sarah takes us on a walk through one of Salt Lake City's most interesting parks.

Lagoon - Part One

Tue, 12 Nov 2019 00:00:00 -0700

This week Jordan goes into the history of Lagoon Amusement Park, from the opening in 1886 up to today. Buckle up.

The First Kentucky Fried Chicken

Tue, 05 Nov 2019 00:00:00 -0700

The first franchised Kentucky Fried Chicken was in Utah, believe it or not. Join us while Sarah goes into the story behind it and Jordan gets hungry for chicken.

Skinwalker Ranch

Tue, 29 Oct 2019 00:00:00 -0600

Just in time for Halloween, special guest Daniel Blaser joins Jordan and Sarah to talk about the spooky and paranormal happenings at the Skinwalker Ranch in Eastern Utah.

Arches National Park

Mon, 07 Oct 2019 13:00:00 -0600

This week we dive into the science behind the beautiful and delicate Arches National Park.

Butch Cassidy

Sun, 06 Oct 2019 17:00:00 -0600

"Most of what follows is true." We've all heard about Butch Cassidy and the Sundance Kid (thank you Paul Newman and Robert Redford) but we're doing a deep dive into the Utahn of the famous duo--Butch Cassidy.