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

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).Oleh Utah Famous

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

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.Oleh Utah Famous

**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.Oleh Utah Famous

**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.…

**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.…

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…

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 pl…

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.Oleh Utah Famous

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.Oleh Utah Famous

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.Oleh Utah Famous

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 location…

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.Oleh Utah Famous

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.Oleh Utah Famous

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 Pla…

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!…

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.Oleh Utah Famous

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.Oleh Utah Famous

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.Oleh Utah Famous

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.Oleh Utah Famous

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!Oleh Utah Famous

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.Oleh Utah Famous

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.Oleh Utah Famous

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.Oleh Utah Famous

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?Oleh Utah Famous

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?Oleh Utah Famous

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.…

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.Oleh Utah Famous

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).Oleh Utah Famous

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."Oleh Utah Famous

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.Oleh Utah Famous

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.Oleh Utah Famous

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!Oleh Utah Famous

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.Oleh Utah Famous

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?Oleh Utah Famous

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.Oleh Utah Famous

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.Oleh Utah Famous

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).Oleh Utah Famous

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.Oleh Utah Famous

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.Oleh Utah Famous

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.Oleh Utah Famous

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.Oleh Utah Famous

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

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.Oleh Utah Famous

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).Oleh Utah Famous

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").Oleh Utah Famous

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.Oleh Utah Famous

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.Oleh Utah Famous

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.Oleh Utah Famous