Big milestone, bigger conversation. We tee up Episode 100 with Shireen Gorbani, CEO of Planned Parenthood Utah, while keeping the local energy high with a Halloween kickoff, a listener discount, and a nudge to get those costumes ready. It’s a quick update that sets the scene for a meaningful, wide-ranging story about leadership, identity, and impact in a place where opinions are strong and community ties matter even more. Shireen’s path runs from a diverse childhood in North Dakota to academ...
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Big milestone, bigger conversation. We tee up Episode 100 with Shireen Gorbani, CEO of Planned Parenthood Utah, while keeping the local energy high with a Halloween kickoff, a listener discount, and a nudge to get those costumes ready. It’s a quick update that sets the scene for a meaningful, wide-ranging story about leadership, identity, and impact in a place where opinions are strong and community ties matter even more. Shireen’s path runs from a diverse childhood in North Dakota to academ...
Big milestone, bigger conversation. We tee up Episode 100 with Shireen Gorbani, CEO of Planned Parenthood Utah, while keeping the local energy high with a Halloween kickoff, a listener discount, and a nudge to get those costumes ready. It’s a quick update that sets the scene for a meaningful, wide-ranging story about leadership, identity, and impact in a place where opinions are strong and community ties matter even more. Shireen’s path runs from a diverse childhood in North Dakota to academ...
What if your divorce didn’t feel like a war but a turning point? We sit down with attorney Nonie Ferguson, founder of Law Elevated in Park City, to unpack a people-first approach to family law that prioritizes mental health, clarity, and durable outcomes over courtroom theatrics. Nonie shares how years as a South Florida public defender sharpened her litigation instincts—evidence, objections, narrative—while also teaching her that legal victories mean little if clients walk away shattered. W...
A festival high, a hard pause, and a guest who reimagines what “family law” can feel like—this week brings all three into sharp focus. We relive Red Westfest’s standout sets (Ian Munsick’s ease, Ella Langley’s spark, Sam Barber’s grit, a live‑better‑than‑album turn from Noah Kahan, and Kacey Musgraves casting a twilight spell) before confronting how fast celebration can flip when weather goes sideways. With care, we acknowledge a tragic loss during the windstorm and talk plainly about event s...
The first snap of October hits different in the Wasatch—gold aspens flashing in the canyons, crisp air, and the urge to grab your boots and wander. We ride that energy into a story-filled update anchored by our new conversation with James Atkin, a St. George skater who spent over a decade on the road before stepping into the marketing seat at a fast-rising gear brand. The twist: what starts as a simple booking turns into a deeper look at how skate discipline, travel grit, and community buildi...
A broken heart, a one-way drive to Carlsbad, and a couch full of spare change turned into a first Hurley ad in Japan—and that same relentless “show up” streak later powered neighborhoods during Hurricane Sandy. James Atkin, now VP of Marketing at Nomatic, takes us through the kinetic path from 90s skate grime to global brand building, showing how falling down (and getting up) becomes a lifelong operating system. We trace the early St. George scene where mentors traded ten minutes on a real b...
https://skyslc.com/event/swimming-paul/ Code "SMALLTALK" for 10% off Fall is finally upon us in Salt Lake City, bringing cooler temperatures, hoodie weather, and a fresh lineup of exciting events and conversations. First, a heartfelt thank you to everyone who joined us for our live episode featuring Shereen Ghorbani. Your presence and questions made the event special, and your feedback will shape our future live recordings. Speaking of upcoming events, I'm thrilled to announce that S...
Scott Haslam stands at the intersection of entrepreneurial success and community-building creativity as the mastermind behind both King Bee Vans and Ranger Sound Car. From his junkyard office in Salt Lake City, he's crafting a legacy that transcends traditional business boundaries. Starting with a simple question – "how can this scale?" – Scott transformed a small vehicle upfitting operation into a nationwide commercial vehicle empire. King Bee Vans began with just 80 vehicles in 2021 and ha...
Fall is in the air, and Small Lake City is buzzing with activity! Fresh from indulging in the delights of the Greek Festival—a cultural staple featuring mouthwatering gyros, rice, and baklava—we're riding a wave of excitement about what's coming next for our community. Our recent conversations have been nothing short of inspiring. Dr. Mallorie Craycroft shared her groundbreaking work with Uplift For Her, addressing critical women's health issues in Utah with passion and expertise. And if you...
After fifteen years as a traditional OBGYN, Dr. Mallorie Cracroft found herself at a crossroads. Despite loving her patients and practice partners, she struggled with the impossible balance between career demands and family life. Exhausted from delivering babies all night, then falling asleep on the floor while caring for her own children, she constantly wondered: could medicine be practiced differently? This deeply personal episode explores how Dr. Cracroft transformed her frustration into ...
From the medical establishment to medical rebel, Mallory Cracroft's journey challenges everything we thought we knew about women's healthcare. After years as a practicing OBGYN, Cracroft found herself increasingly frustrated by a system that compartmentalizes women's health issues rather than seeing the whole person. Her response? She walked away from her medical career to found Uplift for Her, an organization dedicated to supporting women through a truly holistic approach to health and wellb...
Liddy Huntsman brings a unique perspective to Salt Lake City politics as she transitions from comedy stages to the campaign trail. In this captivating conversation, she opens up about growing up as the self-proclaimed "black sheep" of the politically prominent Huntsman family, sharing hilarious stories of hosting High School Musical dancers at the Governor's mansion and navigating life in the public eye. After fleeing Utah to pursue comedy in New York and working at Saturday Night Live, Lidd...
Live Podcast Event RSVP: https://posh.vip/e/small-lake-city-podcast-live-recording Bookish Event: https://www.bookishslc.com/event-details-registration/bookish-mountain-west-cider Stickers: www.smalllakepod.com/merchandise Exciting changes are brewing at Small Lake City podcast! We're thrilled to announce our first-ever live podcast recording happening Friday, September 19th at Flanker at Gateway Downtown. The event kicks off at 8 PM and will be followed by an incredible after-party r...
What happens when you move to a new city and can't find the community you're searching for? For Michelda Castro, the answer was simple: build it yourself. In this illuminating conversation, Michelda shares her journey from South Florida to Salt Lake City and the culture shock that inspired her to create Unity Block Party—now celebrating its third year. Drawing from cherished childhood memories of neighborhood gatherings with boom boxes and street basketball, Michelda crafted an event that br...
Bookish Event Tickets: https://www.bookishslc.com/event-details-registration/bookish-mountain-west-cider Stickers (Buy 3 Get 1 Free): https://www.smalllakepod.com/merchandise Ready for your Tuesday update from Small Lake City? Exciting things are brewing in our podcast community this week! Have you heard the remarkable story of Dendrick Estate yet? Our latest episode features founders Carly and Brendan Coyle, who've created something truly special in our local cider scene. From growing the...
When master distiller Brendan Coyle stepped away from his global role at Constellation Brands, he wasn't retreating – he was pursuing a vision that had been quietly taking shape for years. Together with his wife Carly, he's crafted something extraordinary in Utah's Camas Valley: Dendric Estate, a high-elevation cidery producing sophisticated, wine-style ciders from their meticulously cultivated orchard. Their story begins at High West Distillery, where Brendan served as head distiller and Ca...
Donate Here: https://acscan.donordrive.com/participants/3216 Fork Cancer Tickets Here: https://utah.acscanforkcancer.org/food-drink-entertainment-2/ (Tastemaker Erik Nilsson at checkout) Susan Gatrell and Brook Carlisle from the American Cancer Society pull back the curtain on what this 112-year-old organization actually does beyond its familiar name recognition. Their passionate insights reveal how ACS serves as the essential but often invisible scaffolding supporting both cancer patients ...
Ready to dive into all things Utah this Pioneer Day? We've packed this Tuesday update with everything you need to know about celebrating the holiday in style, whether you prefer the traditional approach or the more spirited "Pie and Beer Day" alternative. Tomorrow's the big day! Join us at Kiito's Brewing for our Pie and Beer Day celebration featuring sweet treats from Pie Fight and savory options from Bum Bakes. Beyond the delicious pies and craft beer, we're giving away some serious concer...
Dive into Utah's vibrant craft beverage scene with host Eric Nilsson as he connects the dots between fascinating local makers revolutionizing what we drink in the Beehive State. The podcast recently featured Marcio Buflo, Mountain West Cider's innovative head brewmaster, whose journey from studying in Brazil to creating beloved shade sours (think pecan pie and even spaghetti dinner flavors!) showcases the international influences enriching Salt Lake's craft beverage landscape. Mountain West ...
When Marcio Buffolo arrived in Salt Lake City from Brazil, a career making alcohol wasn't part of his plan. With a master's degree in cell biology, he followed his scientist wife to Utah where he worked in university research. But a chance opportunity to solve contamination problems at Shades Brewing changed everything. Marcio's scientific background proved invaluable as he built a quality control lab, identified bacterial culprits, and eventually took over as head brewer when his predecessor...
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Big milestone, bigger conversation. We tee up Episode 100 with Shireen Gorbani, CEO of Planned Parenthood Utah, while keeping the local energy high with a Halloween kickoff, a listener discount, and a nudge to get those costumes ready. It’s a quick update that sets the scene for a meaningful, wide-ranging story about leadership, identity, and impact in a place where opinions are strong and community ties matter even more. Shireen’s path runs from a diverse childhood in North Dakota to academ...
