Ogden Up Close

In this inspiring episode of Ogden Up Close, Kellee Belnap and Summer Larsen share the real stories behind the Kind Fund—a movement that’s quietly transforming lives by providing clothing to kids in need, all while protecting their dignity. From children sharing shoes to a program that has now helped over 8,500 students, this conversation is a powerful reminder that small acts of kindness can crea...

In this inspiring episode of Ogden Up Close, Kellee Belnap and Summer Larsen share the real stories behind the Kind Fund—a movement that’s quietly transforming lives by providing clothing to kids in need, all while protecting their dignity. From children sharing shoes to a program that has now helped over 8,500 students, this conversation is a powerful reminder that small acts of kindness can crea...

What turned Ogden into one of the most important stops in the country? In this episode of Ogden Up Close, we sit down with documentary filmmaker Isaac Goeckeritz to uncover the powerful history behind Union Station, the railroad, and the stories that shaped the city. From underground tunnels and historic architecture to real-life stories from former railroad workers, this conversation brings Ogden...

Step inside Ogden Up Close as we sit down with Jimmy Pitts, the heart behind God’s Garage, a nonprofit changing lives one set of car keys at a time. From a simple idea sparked online to becoming the only official franchise of God’s Garage in Utah, Jimmy shares how this Ogden-based mission is providing reliable vehicles to single moms who need them most. In this episode, Jimmy talks about: - How Go...

Step inside Ogden Up Close as we sit down with longtime Ogden personality, comedian, and community leader Craig Bielik. From growing up in Ogden to helping revitalize historic 25th Street. Craig shares stories from decades of involvement in local events, city committees, and entertainment. In this episode, Craig talks about: His journey from marketing and art to hosting hundreds of community event...

Episode Summary In this episode of Ogden Up Close , we sit down with [Artist Name] , the musician behind the song featured in the podcast. We talk about how the music was created, the overt and subtle references to Ogden, and what they hoped to capture about the spirit of the city through sound. From creative process to community inspiration, this conversation explores how local stories and experi...

Episode Summary Ogden Up Close is a weekly podcast about the people who make Ogden what it is. Each episode features conversations with artists, builders, business owners, and community members—some well known, many quietly making a difference behind the scenes. This short episode introduces the podcast, what to expect, and what’s coming next. New episodes drop weekly.