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Rinsing Your Trash and Other Recycling Myths Jan 11, 2024

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Salt Lake City received nearly $1 million to teach people how to recycle better. Do you have the new-year itch to declutter your house? Same, but the question is: Is any of this junk recyclable? McKenna Tupa’i, sustainability coordinator for Wasatch Front Waste and Recycling District, talks with host Ali Vallarta about what you can and can’t throw in your blue bin in Salt Lake.

This episode originally aired July 6, 2023.

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Locals’ Guide to Sundance Jan 10, 2024

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The Sundance Film Festival can feel like it’s for everyone but locals. But with the right tools, Salt Lakers can experience the magic of the fest, too. Former staffer Daniela Weinreich and host — and Sundance alum — Ali Vallarta share their do’s and don’ts, top movie picks, and predictions for the festival.

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Films mentioned:

“Agent of Happiness”
“Eternal You”
“Realm of Satan”
“Love Me”
“Layla”
“Krazy House:

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Candidate Updates, School Board Shenanigans, and SLC’s Best Bridge Jan 09, 2024

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Yesterday was the deadline to file as a candidate for the 2024 election. Host Ali Vallarta and executive producer Emily Means discuss who else has jumped into the races we’re watching. Plus, the Utah State Board of Education eyes repealing its own rule about equity in education. Also, Ali and Emily infuse some positivity into the week’s news with some shoutouts.

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Defying the Odds To Elect a Democratic Governor Jan 08, 2024

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For nearly 40 years, a Republican governor has led Utah. In recent elections, GOP candidates have walloped Democrats by at least 30 points. So why does Democrat Brian King think his bid for the state’s highest office will be any different? King, who represents Salt Lake City in the Utah House, joins host Ali Vallarta to make his case and explain what he hopes to accomplish — even if he doesn’t win.

The deadline to change your party affiliation in Utah is Tuesday, Jan. 9.

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Who’s Running? 2024 Predictions, and Water Cooler TV Jan 05, 2024

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Last year’s election winners have barely been sworn into office, but it’s off to the races for the 2024 election. Who’s thrown their hat in the ring? Host Ali Vallarta and executive producer Emily Means chat about the candidates to watch. Plus, they predict what this year holds for politics, booze, and beyond and share picks of the week.

Could the Utah Jazz leave downtown SLC?

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Your Guide to January in Salt Lake Jan 04, 2024

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New year, same us — but better than ever. Producer Ivana Martinez joins host Ali Vallarta to round up their best bets for the month of January, from quiet celebrations to learning new skills. Plus, we’re making the most of Salt Lake County’s treasures without spending too much money.

Here are some of the events and places discussed:

Paint night at The Leonardo
Cross-country skiing at the Sundance Nordic Center
Salt Lake City School District community education classes
Shows at the Clark Planetarium
Sauna at the Cottonwood Heights Rec Center
A yoga option for locals

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Wait, People Are Hunting in the Avenues? Jan 03, 2024

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Salt Lake City’s Avenues neighborhood is home to some of the best trails in town. But did you know it’s a popular spot to hunt wild game, too? Perry Hall, chair of the Backcountry Hunters and Anglers Utah Chapter, joins host Ali Vallarta to explain how hunters and hikers (and their dogs) can safely coexist in the foothills.

Learn more about the Utah Division of Wildlife Resources’ hunting mentorship program.

Learn more about the BHA Hunting for Sustainability course.

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2024 Resolutions for Ourselves and Salt Lake Jan 02, 2024

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New Year’s resolutions are only hard to keep if they’re boring! Host Ali Vallarta, newsletter editor Terina Ria, producer Ivana Martinez, and executive producer Emily Means lay down resolutions for themselves and for Salt Lake City in 2024.

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Salt Lake’s ’02 Olympic Phoenix Rises From the Ashes Dec 29, 2023

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Salt Lake City recently resurrected a long-forgotten relic of the 2002 Winter Olympics: the Hoberman Arch. The 30,000-pound art installation has a new home near Salt Lake City International Airport — but it’s lived rent-free in host Ali Vallarta’s mind for years. Now that SLC has officially been named the preferred host for the 2034 Games, Ali tells producer Emily Means the story of the Hoberman Arch.

Read journalist Hunter S. Thompson’s take on the 2002 Olympics.

What is your Hoberman Arch? Email us at saltlake@citycast.fm or leave a voicemail at 801-203-0137.

This episode originally aired on Sept. 20, 2023.

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10 Rules For Thriving in Small Lake City Dec 28, 2023

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What are the essential rules for surviving Salt Lake? From how to not overthink what you’re wearing to drink-order protocol, host Ali Vallarta is joined by producer Ivana Martinez to lay down our unofficial guide to thriving in Small Lake City.

This episode originally aired on May 8, 2023.

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