Small Talk, Big City Join host Erik Nilsson as he interviews the entrepreneurs, creators, and builders making Salt Lake City the best place it can be. Covering topics such as business, politics, art, food, and more you will get to know the amazing people behind the scenes investing their time and money to improve the place we call home. Follow along for more!
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What does it really take to turn fear into fuel? We open the vault to revisit our conversation with Julian Carr, the pro skier known for launching off massive cliffs and setting records, who then channeled that same high-stakes mindset into building companies and a global trailrunning series. If you’ve ever wondered how precision and courage transl…
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Tuesday Announcements 12/5: Jeff Miller Episode, Kilby Block Party Giveaway on Instagram, Current Events, and This Week's Episode
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5:41Salt Lake moved fast this week, and we’re connecting the dots between pocketbook policies, stadium culture, and a neighborhood on the brink of change. We open with a quick highlight of our conversation with Jeff Miller, where fixed-price car buying and community investment flip the usual dealership script. That theme of clarity and trust carries in…
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A coin flip chose Subaru. The rest is strategy. Jeff Miller, fourth-generation owner of Mark Miller Subaru, joins us to share how a family dealership in Salt Lake City rewired the car-buying experience around trust, speed, and community. We dig into the city’s uniquely family-led dealership ecosystem, the moment the Outback transformed Subaru’s tra…
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Tuesday Announcements 12/2: Season 2 Kicking Off, Kilby Block Party Anyone?, and New Content Coming Your Way
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5:04Season two kicks off with momentum, local stories, and a guest who puts real dollars behind the phrase “community impact.” We sit down with Jeff Miller, the fourth-generation owner of Mark Miller Subaru, to unpack how a family dealership wields influence in Salt Lake City—and why they’ve tied every car sold to a direct donation. The model is simple…
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Tuesday Announcements 11/25: Thanksgiving, Giveaway to See Jonas Brothers, Upcoming Season 2...
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4:12A quick Tuesday update with a lot of heartbeat: we’re celebrating Thanksgiving week with a shot of good news, a big giveaway, and a sharper vision for what comes next. Eric shares how the Small Lake City Podcast is leveling up for Season Two, why community impact drives every choice we make, and how a late-night spark turned into a new format that …
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Vault Episode 9: Pelion Ventures - Blake Modersitzki
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1:19:27A farm kid who learned to “leave the field only when the work is done” found his way into venture capital, helped power Utah’s tech ascent, and said “ok” to a family decision that would change lives at Primary Children’s Hospital. Join us as we sit down with Peleon Venture Partners’ managing partner, Blake Modersitzki, to unpack how unlikely turns—…
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A basement, a sketchbook, and a stubborn belief that boredom can be a gift—that’s where this story starts. John Darley takes us from Florida swamps and Salt Lake basements to New York studios and back again, unpacking how a youngest child with high risk tolerance became a nationally awarded figurative painter. He talks about the ruthless discipline…
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Tuesday Announcements 11/11: Mi Duole's Stuart Anderson Vault Episode, Dylan Gossett Tonight, Best Tacos in Small Lake City on IG
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4:15Have a Question? Ask it here! 50% Off Minky Couture Blankets: softminkyblankets.com/SMALLLAKECITY Now through January 2nd, buy or lease a new Subaru at Mark Miller Subaru and they’ll donate up to $500 to local Utah charities like USARA and Girls on the Run. Drive a new Subaru and give back to the community at the same time. Please be sure to like, …
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Vault Episode 7: Mi Duole - Stuart Anderson
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1:13:53What turns a group ride into a real community? We sit down with Stuart Anderson, the steady force behind Mi Duole, to explore how a Utah cycling club built on “suffering together” became a home for riders of every stripe. From CrossFit beginnings to triathlons and, finally, to dawn patrol climbs up Emigration and Millcreek, Stuart shares how the bi…
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Tuesday Announcements: Halloweekend, SLUG's Angela Brown, and Season 2 Incoming
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4:23A milestone deserves more than a pat on the back—it deserves intention. We just crossed 100 episodes and closed season one, but the path there wasn’t linear. Our live recording with Shireen Gorbani hit a technical snag, and rather than push a fragment into your feed, we pivoted to a conversation that captures what this show is about: building commu…
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S1, E100: SLUG Mag/ Craft Lake City - Angela Brown
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1:16:55A family secret. A fork in the road. A choice that reshaped Utah’s creative landscape. Angela Brown joins us to share how a canyon kid with a camera became the force behind SLUG Magazine and the founder of Craft Lake City, turning a tiny zine and a DIY idea into two of the region’s most influential cultural platforms. We trace Angela’s path from Em…
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Tuesday Announcements 10/23: Ranger Soundcar Halloween, Halloween, and This Week's Guest...
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3:35Big 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 impac…
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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 h…
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Tuesday Announcements 10/15: Redwest Festival, Season 2 Incoming, This Week's Elevated Guest...
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6:34A 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 ho…
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Tuesday Announcements 9/30: October is Here, James Atkin Pro Skater/ Pro Marketer, Redwest Coming Up, No New Episode this Week
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4:44The 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 fas…
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S1, E98: Nomatic, VP of Marketing - James Atkin
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1:49:23A 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 f…
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"Tuesday" Announcements: Swimming Paul at Sky, Redwest, and This Week's Pro Skater Gone Marketer Guest
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6:10https://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 mad…
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S1, E97: Kingbee Vans/ Ranger Soundcar - Scott Haslam
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1:05:39Scott 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 tra…
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Tuesday Announcements 9/9 Dr. Mallorie Cracroft, Live Recording (Did I Mention Raffle?), Redwest Giveaway, and This Week's Gatsby-esque Guest
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5:24Fall 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 Cray…
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S1, E96: Uplift for Her - Mallorie Cracroft
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1:08:18After 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 cons…
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Love the show? Hate the show? Think it’s just okay? Send us a text! If you love free water, this is the episode for you! Living the Dream with Curveball On the living the dream with curveball podcast I interview guests that inspire. Listen on: Apple Podcasts Support the show Find us on social media as well! https://linktr.ee/Thisisaplace…
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Tuesday Announcements 9/2: A Week Off, Liddy Huntsman, Live Recording, Greek Festival, and This Week's Guest...
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5:56From 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 f…
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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 …
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Football Season Is Here w/ Jake Hatch of Locked on Cougars
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53:28Love the show? Hate the show? Think it’s just okay? Send us a text! 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 p…
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Lagoon Summer Episode 11: Lagoon Blue Sky
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Tuesday Announcements 8/19: Live Podcast Recording, Bookish Event, Stickers!, Unity Block Party's Michelda Castro, and This Week's Guest
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5:18Live 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 happe…
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S1, E94: Unity Block Party - Michelda Castro
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1:08:02What 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 y…
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Tuesday Announcements 8/13: Carly & Brendan Coyle, Stickers are Live, Bookish Event at Mountain West, and This Week's Guest...
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4:27Bookish 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?…
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S1, E93: Dendric Estate - Brendan & Carly Coyle
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1:02:21When 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-…
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Lagoon Summer Episode 9: 9th Grade Lagoon Day/Ward Lagoon Day/Work Lagoon Day
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S1, E92: American Cancer Society - Brook & Susan
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1:00:33Donate 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 na…
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Tuesday Announcements 7/22: Pie & Beer Day at Kiitos, Pioneer Day Celebrations, More Stickers, and This Week's Cider Guest
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5:33Ready 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 featur…
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Tuesday Announcements 7/15: Marcio Buffolo Episode, Pie and Beer Day at Kiitos, and Another Cider Guest
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5:24Dive 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 p…
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