Salt Lake Dirt

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Salt Lake Dirt is a arts podcast hosted by Kyler Bingham, with 417 episodes on record and a Required Pod Score of 80. PitchCentric scores this show on Booking Probability, Listen Score, and live audience signals refreshed every 24 hours.

Kyler Bingham hosts Salt Lake Dirt, a arts show with 417 episodes published.

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  Episode #422

  Julie Brill - HIDDEN IN PLAIN SIGHT - Episode 423

  Aug 19, 202632 min

  Today I sit down with author Julie Brill to discuss her profound memoir, Hidden in Plain Sight . The book chronicles her father’s survival as a young Jewish boy in Belgrade during World War II, bringing to light a pivotal yet frequently overlooked chapter of the Holocaust in Serbia. During our conversation, Julie shared how her father’s vivid early memories—from the surprise April 1941 bombing of Belgrade to his time on his grandmother’s farm—served as the starting point for a journey that spanned decades. We explored the concept of "post-memory," examining how descendants inherit, absorb, and navigate these raw family narratives, as well as the remarkable resilience of the women in her family who managed to shield a young child from terror in an extraordinarily unsafe world. What makes Hidden in Plain Sight so compelling is how Julie skillfully weaves intimate family recollections with meticulous historical research, expanding a personal search into a vital record of Belgrade's Sephardic Jewish community. From analyzing historical street passes to traveling back to Serbia alongside her father and daughters, Julie’s journey demonstrates how recovering forgotten histories bridges generations. Thanks for listening! Kyler --- Episode Links: JulieBrill.com

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  Episode #421

  Jerry Minor - Episode 422

  Aug 17, 202655 min

  Kyler sits down with actor, comedian, writer, and director Jerry Minor ( Abbott Elementary , Mr. Show , Saturday Night Live , Curb Your Enthusiasm just to name a few). Jerry traces his comedic roots starting out in Detroit, navigating the early days of Second City across multiple locations, and developing a passion for scene-based long-form improv. He shares insights into the evolving landscape of auditioning—from setting up self-tapes on a theater stage to taking control of your own space—and offers a candid look at the challenges and fulfillment of directing. The conversation also covers his role as the hilariously accurate Mr. Morton on Abbott Elementary , his time playing Michael Jackson’s magical glove in the Bunraku-style puppet show For the Love of the Glove , and hosting his YouTube comedy show, Playing the Back of the Room . Make sure to check out the new season of Abbott Elementary premiering on October 7th. Great chat, thanks for listening! --- Episode Links: YouTube: Playing the Back of the Room Freedom of Mind Livestream SLD Post

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  Episode #421

  Misha Calvert & Coco Jourdana - FAULT - Episode 421

  Aug 16, 202612 min

  Today Kyler sits down with writer-director Misha Calvert and actor Coco Jourdana to discuss their short film, FAULT , which has its West Coast premiere at the HollyShorts Film Festival . Inspired by Jourdana’s own life, the drama uses elite competitive tennis as a backdrop to examine sisterhood, personal trauma, and complex power dynamics. The conversation focuses on how individuals process trauma in radically different ways. Calvert and Jourdana share why they moved the story onto the tennis court, using the sport as a visual metaphor for the tension between the two main characters as long-held secrets come to light. Jourdana speaks candidly about drawing from her personal history and how stepping into the role provided a sense of catharsis. The group also reflects on navigating the festival circuit—from Tribeca to HollyShorts—and why staying active in creative communities matters for independent artists. FAULT screens on August 18th at 2:30pm the TCL Chinese Theater in Los Angeles, with future updates shared via @faultfilmofficial on Instagram. --- Episode Links: IG: @faultfilmofficial Purchase tickets for HollyShorts

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  Episode #420

  Zoe Hansen - GOING DOWN IN GOTHAM - Episode 420

  Aug 14, 202649 min

  Kyler recently caught up with author Zoe Hansen to discuss her memoir, Going Down in Gotham , published by Far West Press . Kyler praises the book as one of his absolute favorite reads of the year, highlighting its pocket-sized paperback format—designed by the publisher to evoke classic, throw-in-your-back-pocket paperbacks—and its eye-catching cover art by Berlin-based artist Olya Dyer. The conversation explores Hansen’s experience writing about her decades navigating addiction, New York City’s sex industry, and running brothels from the East Village to Uptown—including how 9/11 dramatically shifted those businesses. The two also talked about writing routines, navigating the modern publishing world, and avoiding the sanitized "redemption arc" narratives in favor of honesty. Going Down in Gotham is available through Far West Press, and readers can find Zoe Hansen Instagram ( @thez0e ). --- Episode Links: Purchase Going Down in Gotham IG: @thez0e SLD Post

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  Episode #419

  Peter Felix - AROUND THE WORLD IN 80 YEARS - Episode 419

  Aug 12, 202636 min

  Exploring Global Lessons and Resilience with Peter Felix Today on Salt Lake Dirt , Kyler sits down with author Peter Felix to talk about his memoir, Around the World in 80 Years . Drawing from a life spanning multiple continents, Felix traces his journeys from early volunteer work in East Pakistan to witnessing the Vietnam War firsthand and living through key political shifts in Hong Kong. Driven by a lifelong itch to travel and a deep curiosity about the world, Felix shares how saying "yes" to unexpected opportunities shaped his expansive perspective. The interview also touches on the practical wisdom gained over his career, including his thoughts on facing career disruptions. Felix discusses how getting laid off early in life serves as an essential reality check that builds self-reliance and adaptability. Beyond his book, Felix hosts the Meet Our Explorers podcast, produced by the Scientific Exploration Society (SES) and available at ses-explore.org . Listeners looking to hear more can find Around the World in 80 Years through major booksellers . --- Episode Links: Purchase Around the World in 80 Years Podcast: Meet Our Explorers

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