Southern U-Talk with Dale Desmond

Southern U-Talk with Dale Desmond

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Southern U-Talk with Dale Desmond episodes

  • Fireworks, Soccer & Video Games, OH MY!
    Melo in studio for her Friday visit & her & Dale chat about the fireworks regulations going into Independence Day week. Plus, why men over the age of 35 should NEVER play video games again.
    And, a meaningless soccer game but people are still freaking out.
    45 min
  • Evacuation Prep with Jason Bradley & Why Americans Hate Soccer
    Washington County Emergency Management Director Jason Bradley checks in to talk about the 3 zones of the county under "Ready" status due to the Grapevine Fire in Nevada. He shares how to prepare for evacuation as well as how to receive alerts & updates on your phone & email.
    Also, with the US vs. Turkey (now Turkyie) World Cup soccer game tonight, Dale shares two reasons why America will never love the sport like the rest of the world. And, a new character is introduced on the show.
    45 min
  • Zach Renstrom Doesn't Like Dirtbags
    Washington County Water Conservancy District Director Zach Renstrom talks about the primary election & his view of "dirtbags" in politics, how wildfires affect our water storage & how our reservoirs are so full with not much rainfall.
    45 min
  • Hurricane Mayor Clark Fawcett on Mountain Lions, PIDs & Affordable Housing
    Hurricane Mayor Clark Fawcett stops by to chat about how the Hurricane Police tracked & apprehended a mountain lion within city limits & how the decision was made to euthanize the animal by wildlife officials.
    Also, Melo Finlinson co-hosting, asked about the impacts of PIDs (public infrastructure districts) and how it impacts real estate growth.
    45 min
  • Chamber of Commerce CEO Shawn Christnensen & Red Cliffs' Cory Ashby; and Father's Day Prep
    St. George Area Chamber CEOP Shawn Christensen stops by to chat about the Rise Business Summit & Cory Ashby talks about the fun summer events at Red Cliffs.
    Plus, Vice President JD Vance appeared on The View yesterday to tout his new book 'Communion'. Dale chats about his impression of how the VP handled himself on the well-known anti-conservative talk show & Dale expands on the difference between opinion & experience.
    And, going into Father's Day weekend, Dale talks to male listeners to not be ashamed of fulfilling the masculine role in their family's life.
    46 min
  • Gil Almquist Talks Jail & Trails
    Washington County Commissioner Gil Almquist stops by to chat about a day in the life of a county commissioner, about how things are running in the sheriff's office as well as the jail plus, informs us about a speed limit on the county trail system.
    33 min
  • Southern Utah's Ninja Warriors & America 250 Time Capsule
    Dale talks about a time capsule in Philly they're sealing up for 250 more years to be opened in 2276. He takes input from listeners about what Southern Utah items we should put in a time capsule. Submissions included fry sauce, pickleball paddles & Swig cups in addition to others.
    Then, Dale chats with Brian & Baylee Beckstrand; St. George natives and father daughter contestants competing on America's Ninja Warrior separately in their own age brackets. What they are do to prepare, stay in shape & overcome health challenges.
    26 min
  • Dale & Melo on Open Phone Friday
    Dale & Melo talk about the big topics happening today like a mountain lion sighting in Hurricane & asked listeners for their close-encounters with wild animals. Also, why Father's Day should go away & Dale plays a song he wrote about why holidays are overrated.
    Then they give away Bricks & Minifigs gift cards.
    46 min

About Southern U-Talk with Dale Desmond

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Southern U-Talk is the newest talk show & podcast combo in Southern Utah! Host Dale Desmond covers local government, water conservation, health topics, current events, entertainment & possibly a dad joke or two. Regular guests include city mayors & county leaders from across Washington County, influencers, newsmakers, police, fire & other public safety officials. Add in a weekly visit from part-time host Melo Finlinson every Friday & it's always informative & entertaining.

Best of Southern U-Talk with Dale Desmond

Ranked by our users in the last 21 days

  1. Number 1: Open Phone Friday - Will Tyler Robinson Wait Three Years to Stand Trial?
    45 min
  2. Number 2: Keith Curtis on Region 9 FB Playoffs & Macrae Hepler Talks St. George Place Updates
    42 min
  3. Number 3: Washington County Commissioner Adam Snow Talks Elections, Fair Admin & Time Management
    46 min