The New Utah Podcast, Episode 186: Spanish Christmas Poop Log. Charles Johnson, creator of the Utah Spirit Trail joins us to talk about local Utah liquor. We discuss the recent boom of distilleries in Utah and his unique contribution to the distillery scene. We discuss the finer points of mobile stripping vans along the way. We discuss the LDS Mafia and possible tax evasion along with the Utah Tax code changes. Lastly we spend some time talking about really messed up Christmas traditions and toys. Thank you to Folk Hogan for our music. Follow us on twitter @tnupodcast TheNewUtah.com

The New Utah Podcast, Episode 185: Best of Utah Things and Stuff. It’s here! Part 1 of our annual 2 part coverage of City Weekly’s Best of Utah edition. This year we begin with all the best and worst people, places and things Utah has to offer. We talk about prison Christmas decorations, air quality and nightmare shopping. We discuss the finer parts about dicks on twinkies, eating ashes and our very own local version of Nickelback. If you ever wondered what you can do in Utah, this is a can’t miss episode. Thank you to City Weekly for the good read, and to Folk Hogan for our music. Follow us on twitter @tnupodcast TheNewUtah.com

The New Utah Podcast, Episode 184: The Summum Pyramid. We are really lucky this week to be on site at the Summum temple in Salt Lake. Utah has a pyramid right in the heart of the city. We talk about the beginnings of the philosophy, the teachings and living life by the 7 principles. We also talk about mummification, since they actively practice it. We also have Hrafen back on as a guest host, and get a check in on his Armadillo. We talk about smoking delicious food and Jeremy regals us with an epic sledding tale. Thanks to Folk Hogan for our music and as always follow us on twitter @tnupodcast TheNewUtah.com

The New Utah Podcast, Episode 183: Why Lifetime Christmas Movies Suck. It’s infamous Utahn week and this week we discuss the Elizabeth Smart abduction in detail. Brian David Mitchell and Wanda Barzee are looked at and the entire timeline of life for homeless Jesus is dissected a bit. We talk about bad drivers and winter storms, our pets near death experiences and the validity of Amber Alerts. We also have a heated debate on the differences between Lifetime and Hallmark movies. Thank you to City Weekly for the Best of Utah award. Thanks to Folk Hogan for our music and as always follow us on twitter @tnupodcast TheNewUtah.com

The New Utah Podcast, Episode 182: The Great Grape Debate. We are joined by Shawn Peterson from Green Urban Lunch Box this week to talk about the future of his organization and his new endeavor in the world of gleaning. It’s a fun conversation that goes from sail boats, to on farm food waste, to solving world hunger and ends with a discussion on grape variety. We also spend a good deal of time talking about places and things to eat for Thanksgiving. There is lots of food talk so don’t listen hungry. Thanks to Folk Hogan for our music and as always follow us on twitter @tnupodcast TheNewUtah.com

The New Utah Podcast, Episode 181: Belligerent Turkeys. This week it’s just the normal gang talking about Utah things. We take a road trip of sorts around the Wasatch Front talking about all the news that needs talking. Ron Lafferty dies, Salt Lake City messes up a police fleet and tax changes are coming. Chris thinks trailers can be obsessive and Pleasant Grove gets it’s first distillery. All that and more on this week’s show. Thanks to Folk Hogan for our music and as always follow us on twitter @tnupodcast TheNewUtah.com

The New Utah Podcast, Episode 180: Poop Seeker. This week we get a bee update from Jeremy and some chat about Disneyland with Jess. We also get to speak with Michelle Miller, administrative director for the Pioneer Park Coalition. We talk about all things homeless Utah. From poop on trees, and other bathroom saga, to shelters and rehabilitation centers. The Huntsman give $150 Million to fund a new mental health facility at the University of Utah and the Salt Lake Tribune turns non profit. It’s a busy week on the show. Thanks to Folk Hogan for our music and as always follow us on twitter @tnupodcast TheNewUtah.com

The New Utah Podcast, Episode 179: Mountain Meadows Massacre. It’s infamous Utahn time, and this week we dive into John D Lee and the massacre that has left a scar on early Utah Mormons. First we wish Jeremy a happy birthday and bemoan the current Beer shortage on Utah shelves. Luckily we have hope on the way as we discuss the new Utah beer regulations. We also talk about Utah’s wild horse populations at length and why we buy Canadian horse meat. Music by Folk Hogan. Follow us on twitter @tnupodcast TheNewUtah.com

The New Utah Podcast Episode 178: Not all women are Ladies. This week we talk to one of the owners of The Clubhouse in Salt Lake, Jude Gilmore. We talk at length about the Ladies Literary Club. This amazing progressive piece of Utah history is quite eye opening. We talk about the event space today, and living the tiny house life. We also review some Utah legends before it is all said and done. Don’t forget to voteyourmainstreet.org before the week is over. Music by Folk Hogan. Follow us on twitter @tnupodcast TheNewUtah.com

The New Utah Podcast, Episode 177: Brought to you by Candy, Boogers and Poop. Josh Cameron joins us as a guest host this week. We eventually get around to talking about his new book, Gaiming High and his run for office. But first we spent plenty of time talking about all our favorite candy and what candy Utah likes best. We talk about everything from Aliens to the Bear Lake Monster. Chris asks if he can be part of a haunted curling tournament. Music by Folk Hogan. Follow us on twitter @tnupodcast TheNewUtah.com