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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...

Episode 294 Guest: Emily Costa Book: Girl on Girl: Stories --- Today Emily Costa joins us on Salt Lake Dirt. We dive into her collection Girl on Girl: Stories , exploring the intricate dynamics of female relationships and the creative journey that led to this compelling work. Emily shares the evolution of her writing process, from her early days in an MFA program to the moment of realization that...

Episode 293 Guest: Gabriella Lester Profession: Magician, Escape Artist, Stunt Performer --- Today I am thrilled to welcome the extraordinary magician and escape artist Gabriella Lester to the show. Join us as we delve into her early beginnings, where a passion for magic ignited at a young age, leading her to an incredible career that defies the conventional path. Gabriella shares her experiences...

Episode 292 Guest: Charlene Elsby Book: Red Flags: Stories and Other Disturbances --- Join me as I welcome back the brilliant author Charlene Elsby to Salt Lake Dirt. Charlene returns to discuss her latest collection, Red Flags: Stories and Other Disturbances , released on October 30th by House of Vlad. We delve into the inspiration behind this compelling collection of short stories, exploring the...

Episode 291 Guest: RAINBOWCURLIE Single: Fever Dream --- I am thrilled to welcome the talented musician RAINBOWCURLIE to Salt Lake Dirt. Known for their poetic songwriting and captivating sound, RAINBOWCURLIE joins us to discuss their latest single Fever Dream released on December 6th. We delve into their creative journey, starting from their early days of writing to their exploration of music pro...

Episode 290 Guest: Bastiaan Rook Film: Citroen --- Today I welcome back filmmaker Bastiaan Rook to the show. We dive into Bastiaan's latest film, Citroen , a captivating project translated as "Lemon" in English. The film flips the typical cult narrative on its head, offering a fresh perspective that challenges the norm. We explore the logistics of shooting with a modest budget and the creative fre...

Episode 289 Guest: Jeremiah M. Carter Production Company: Dear Austintown --- In this episode I welcome back filmmaker Jeremiah M. Carter to discuss his creative journey and the evolution of his production company, Dear Austintown . Jeremiah shares the inspiration behind his films and the unique approach of forming a loose collective of artists collaborating on various projects. We delve into the...

Episode 288 Guest: Liv Rylan Single: Statement Necklace --- Today I talk with the extraordinary musician Liv Rylan as she returns to Salt Lake Dirt to discuss her latest single Statement Necklace . Liv shares the creative journey behind the song, highlighting her collaboration with producer Rylie Day. We explore the evolution of her songwriting process and the unique challenges of balancing multip...

Episode 287 Guest: Shoval Tshuva Film: Funky --- In this episode I am thrilled to welcome back the talented filmmaker Shoval Tshuva to discuss her film Funky , a poignant dramedy exploring the journey of a young woman reclaiming her power after trauma. Shoval shares the intricacies of directing herself in the lead role, revealing the unique challenges and rewards of balancing these dual responsibi...

Episode 286 Guest: Jack Dunphy Podcast: Revelations with Jack Dunphy --- On this episode I welcome back filmmaker and now podcaster, Jack Dunphy to discuss his new podcast, Revelations with Jack Dunphy , which launched on October 15. Known for his award-winning short films such as Bob's Funeral, Jack shares his journey from filmmaking to podcasting, inspired by a desire to connect more directly wi...

Episode 285 Guest: Jared Asher Harris Film: Meat Cleaver --- In this episode, I chat with the talented filmmaker Jared Asher Harris about his latest short film, Meat Cleaver! , which will be showcased at FilmQuest in Provo, Utah. Meat Cleaver! screens on Saturday, November 2, at 11:00 a.m. as part of the comedy shorts block. Jared opens up about his journey into filmmaking, sharing childhood memor...

Episode 284 Guest: Matthew Davis Book: Let Me Try Again --- In this episode, I chat with author Matthew Davis about his debut novel, Let Me Try Again , released by Arcade on August 13. Matthew delves into the creative process behind crafting a unique voice and the influences of literary giants like Kafka and David Foster Wallace. Thanks for listening! Kyler --- Synopsis: "A Romantic Tragicomedy of...

Episode 283 Guest: Emily Russo Book: Vivienne --- In this episode, I sit down with author Emmalea Russo to discuss her debut novel, Vivienne , released on September 10th by Arcade. Emmalea provides an intriguing overview of her book, which explores the tumultuous comeback and subsequent decline of an older artist named Vivienne Volker. Set over the course of a week, the narrative intertwines Vivie...

Episode 282 Guest: Jaron Lockridge Film: The Stix --- In this episode, I sit down with the prolific filmmaker Jaron Lockridge to discuss his latest film, The Stix . Available now on Amazon Prime and Tubi, this gripping independent film has captured the attention of many. Jaron shares the journey of transforming The Stix from a YouTube web series into a full-length feature, delving into the challen...

Episode 281 Guest: Nicholas Marchetti Film: The Fencer --- In this episode, I welcome back filmmaker Nicholas Marchetti , whose work we previously covered during the Wyoming International Film Festival. We dive deep into his latest project, The Fencer , a short film serving as a proof of concept for a future feature-length film. Nicholas shares the inspiration behind the film, rooted in his wife A...

Episode 280 Guest: Alex Osman Book: Scandals --- In this episode, I sit down with the multi-talented Alex Osman, a writer, musician, and photographer based in Austin, Texas. We dive into his latest poetry collection, Scandals , which was released on August 1st. Alex shares the organic process behind compiling the collection, starting with just 20 poems in 2021 and eventually amassing nearly 80. We...