Salt Lake Dirt

Episode 319 Guest: Julie Clark Novel: The Ghostwriter --- This week on Salt Lake Dirt, I'm excited to welcome author Julie Clark to discuss her gripping new novel, The Ghostwriter . In this thrilling narrative, we follow Olivia Dumont, a ghostwriter on the brink of financial collapse, who is unexpectedly summoned by her estranged father, the notorious horror author Vincent Taylor. As she delve...

Guest: Megan Abbott Novel: El Dorado Drive --- This week on Salt Lake Dirt, I’m thrilled to welcome back one of my favorite authors. Megan Abbott joins me to talk about her latest novel, El Dorado Drive . Megan explores the complexities of suburban life, focusing on the Bishop sisters, who navigate the murky waters of economic uncertainty and the allure of dubious money-making schemes. Megan share...

Episode 317 Guest: Mike Bockoven Novel: Come Knocking --- This week on Salt Lake Dirt, I'm excited to welcome author Mike Bockoven to discuss his new novel, Come Knocking , set to release on July 1st on Skyhorse Publishing . This thrilling narrative blends elements of horror and interactive theater, offering readers a unique experience that delves into the darker sides of human behavior and en...

Salt Lake Dirt with Kyler Bingham Episode 316 Guest: Ewan Morrison Book: For Emma --- This week on Salt Lake Dirt, I’m thrilled to welcome author Ewan Morrison to discuss his new novel, For Emma , set to release on June 17th. This haunting narrative follows Josh, a father grappling with the loss of his daughter Emma, who tragically died during a brain chip experiment. As he spirals into grief, Jos...

Episode 315 Guest: Matthew Gasda Novel: The Sleepers --- This week on Salt Lake Dirt, I’m excited to welcome writer, director, and critic Matthew Gasda to discuss his new novel The Sleepers . This intricate narrative weaves together the lives of three characters, offering readers a deep dive into their internal struggles and the contrasting perceptions of their outward lives. Matthew shares the fa...

Salt Lake Dirt with Kyler Bingham Episode 314 Guest: William Cooper Book: How America Works ... And Why it Doesn't --- This week on Salt Lake Dirt, I’m thrilled to welcome back author William Cooper to discuss his insightful nonfiction book, How America Works and Why It Doesn't . In this thought-provoking guide, Will delves into the intricacies of the U.S. political system, exploring the d...

Episode 313 Guest: Noël Stark Book: Love, Camera, Action --- This week on Salt Lake Dirt, I welcome author Noël Stark to discuss her debut novel, Love Camera Action . Set against the backdrop of the film and TV industry, this romance novel follows a female director who unexpectedly steps into a high-pressure role after a male director is fired due to controversial comments. As she navigates the co...

Episode 312 Guest : Lou Vairo & Michael McKinley Book : Lou Vairo: The Godfather of U.S. Hockey --- This week on Salt Lake Dirt, I sit down with Lou Vairo, a legendary figure in the world of hockey, and his co-author Michael McKinley to discuss their captivating autobiography, Lou Vairo: the Godfather of US Hockey . Lou shares his incredible journey from a kid in Brooklyn to becoming a pivotal...

Episode 311 Guest: Rachel Suissa Film: Greek Mothers Never Die --- Today on the show I welcome filmmaker and actress Rachel Suissa. Her latest project Greek Mothers Never Die will be available on VOD May 9th. Hilarious and heartwarming, the film delves into the complex relationship between mother (Despina) and daughter (Ella). Make sure to pre-order the film on your favorite VOD site. Thanks for l...

Episode 310 Guest: Skip Heller Album: Mojave After Dark (Skip Heller's Voodoo 5) --- This week on Salt Lake Dirt, Kyler welcomes back musician Skip Heller to discuss his latest album Mojave After Dark . Skip shares the inspiration behind his latest project, delving into the rich landscapes of the Mojave Desert and how they shape his sound. He reflects on his previous work with the Hollywood Fi...

SALT LAKE DIRT with Kyler Bingham: Episode 309 Guest: RAINBLOWCURLIE Album: ANNUAL EP - Extended Edition --- This week on Salt Lake Dirt, Kyler reconnects with the talented musician RAINBOWCURLIE , diving deep into the emotional landscape of their new music ahead of its release on April 23rd. Rain shares the poignant stories behind their latest tracks, Daisies and Urchin , both of which explore th...

Salt Lake Dirt - Episode 308 Guest: Bobby Miller Novel: Situation Nowhere --- This week on Salt Lake Dirt, Kyler sits down with author and filmmaker Bobby Miller to discuss his debut novel, Situation Nowhere . This darkly comedic tale centers around a dangerously addictive energy drink that causes people to explode, while a CEO's cancellation sends shock-waves through a company desperately see...

Episode 307 Guest: Dmitry Samarov Books: Moby Dick, The Marvel Universe, Babbitt --- This week on Salt Lake Dirt, Kyler welcomes back the talented artist and author Dmitry Samarov to discuss his latest projects, including the visually stunning reissue of Moby Dick , The Marvel Universe by Bruce Wagner, and Babbitt by Sinclair Lewis. Dmitry shares insights into his creative process and the challeng...

Episode 306 Guest: Blake Bailey Book: Canceled Lives --- This week Kyler welcomes acclaimed author Blake Bailey to discuss his new memoir Canceled Lives . Known for his masterful biographies, including the celebrated work on Philip Roth, shares his journey through the complexities of personal scandal and the intricate relationship he had with his father. The conversation delves into the fallout fr...

Episode 305 Authors: William Cooper & Michael McKinley Book: A Quiet Life --- In this episode of Salt Lake Dirt, Kyler sits down with author William Cooper to delve into the gripping narrative of his novel A Quiet Life , co-authored with Michael McKinley . William, a cybersecurity attorney, shares insights into how his professional experiences shaped the story's chilling premise, where a s...

Episode 304 Guest: Meghan Lamb Book: Mirror Translation --- Join Kyler as he welcomes author Meghan Lamb to discuss her new book Mirror Translation . Meghan shares the intriguing backstory behind her journey into writing horror, stemming from her experiences living in Hungary during the pandemic. The conversation dives deep into the themes of alienation, culture shock, and the uncanny, exploring h...

Episode 303 Guest: Christopher Zeischegg Book: The Magician --- In this episode of Salt Lake Dirt, Kyler welcomes author Christopher Zeischegg to discuss his novel The Magician , which has just been reissued in 2024. Christopher shares the intricate journey behind the book, revealing how it evolved from a multimedia project inspired by his past in the adult industry and the tumultuous relationship...

Episode 302 Guest: Kurt Baumeister Novel: Twilight of the Gods --- In this episode Kyler welcomes author Kurt Baumeister to discuss his upcoming book, Twilight of the Gods , set to release on March 11th. Kurt shares the inspiration behind the novel, which offers a fresh take on Norse mythology through the eyes of Loki, challenging traditional perceptions of good and evil among the gods. The conver...

Episode 301 Guests: Yangzom Brauen & Katherine Leblond Film: Mola: A Tibetan Tale of Love and Loss Festival: South by Southwest Film Festival --- This week on Salt Lake Dirt, I’m thrilled to talk about the poignant documentary Mola: A Tibetan Tale of Love and Loss . Yangzom Brauen (filmmaker) and Katherine Leblond (producer) join me to share the heartfelt journey of creating a film that captur...

Episode 300 Guest: Amy DeBellis Book: All Our Tomorrows --- This week on Salt Lake Dirt, I’m excited to welcome author Amy DeBellis to discuss her new novel All Our Tomorrows . Amy takes us on a journey through the lives of three distinct female characters, each grappling with their own struggles against the backdrop of a planet in crisis. We delve into Amy's writing process, exploring how a c...

Episode 299 Guest: Erin Fogel TV/Film: Running Erins, Coco and Eddie --- This week on Salt Lake Dirt, I sit down with filmmaker actor Erin Fogel, the creative mind behind the hilarious pilot Running Erins and the delightful web series Coco and Eddie . Erin shares the inspiring backstory of Running Erins , revealing how a chaotic production experience led her to create a project that blends her rea...

Episode 298 Guest: Nick Beaulieu Film: My Omaha Festival: 2025 Slamdance Film Festival --- This week on Salt Lake Dirt I speak with documentary filmmaker Nick Beaulieu. His film My Omaha will be screening at the 2025 Slamdance Film Festival. Nick shares the intricate journey of crafting this documentary over eight years, exploring the stark contrasts within Omaha's communities and the personal...

Episode 297 Author: Shannon Waite Book: Raising Women --- This week on Salt Lake Dirt, we welcome author Shannon Waite to discuss her interactive novel Raising Women . Shannon shares the inspiration behind her unique storytelling approach that combines the classic choose-your-own-adventure format with literary fiction, allowing readers to navigate through 24 possible pathways and four distinct end...

Episode 296 Guest: Chelsea Christer Film: Out for Delivery Festival: 2025 Sundance Film Festival --- Join us on Salt Lake Dirt as we kick off our 2025 Sundance Film Festival coverage with the talented filmmaker Chelsea Christer . Chelsea returns to the podcast to discuss her latest short film, Out for Delivery , which is set to premiere at Sundance this year. This dark comedy, inspired by true eve...

I was saddened to hear of the passing of Mike Rinder today. Mike was an activist and author who had an unmeasured level of dedication to his cause. In the few interactions I had with him, he was extremely kind and generous with his time. This week's episode is from when Mike joined me to talk about his memoir A Billion Years . I hope you enjoy it. We'll miss you Mike. --- Original Airdate: October...