This is a Place

Love the show? Hate the show? Think it’s just okay? Send us a text! It doesn't seem holy and it's definitely not a retreat...but this location a couple of miles up Logan canyon is sure full of stories! It has taken on many roles over the years but most notably would be that of a nunnery. Scary stories surround this place but none is more horrifying than the real-life nightmare that our g...

Love the show? Hate the show? Think it’s just okay? Send us a text! In this episode, we talk about a disc golf course in Taylorsville and the invention of the frisbee by a Utah native. We also talk about tetanus shots, MTC rules created as a result of Nates antics, and how to not make a passion frolfer angry (hint: don't call it frolf).  Support the show Find us on social media as well! https...

Love the show? Hate the show? Think it’s just okay? Send us a text! "A  group of Colorado teens being chased down by a fisherman. What could this possibly have to do with Utah," you ask? Well, it could only mean that the movie was filmed here! For our final October episode, we talk I'll Always Know What you Did Last Summer with one of the stars from the movie, KC Clyde. Support the...

Love the show? Hate the show? Think it’s just okay? Send us a text! We can all agree that 2020 has felt like a cursed year...so fraternizing with some witches couldn't make it any worse, right? For a family-friendly Halloween experience, we would suggest stopping by WitchFest at Gardner Village! You can enjoy a scavenger hunt, some Halloween themed treats, and maybe even see a live witch or t...

Love the show? Hate the show? Think it’s just okay? Send us a text! What does a dilapidated old building across from a cemetery have any use for? Probably the best new haunted house in the state of Utah! Dead City is perfectly located in Murray and is keeping you safe through COVID while still giving you a good scare. Big thanks to Tim and Josh for taking the time to speak with them about the grea...

Love the show? Hate the show? Think it’s just okay? Send us a text! Pirates of the Scareibean? Flying Dracula? Authentic Haunted Mansion props? All this and more was what you could find at Rocky Point. From 1979 to 2006, this was the premier haunted attraction in Utah with its original location in Ogden and then in South Salt Lake. Headed by the Queen of Haunts, Cydney Neil, it really paved the wa...

Love the show? Hate the show? Think it’s just okay? Send us a text! One of the greatest things about Utah is a group of people very dedicated to decorating their houses for Halloween. Rocky Mountain Haunters was established in 2001 by people that shared the same vision of props, decorations, and spooky fun. A big thanks to Greg Shoop (The Map Master) of RMH for talking with us for this episode. Pl...

Love the show? Hate the show? Think it’s just okay? Send us a text! Travel to a different time when you stop in at this hidden gem in Murray. Some of the things you'll find may be out of production since the '90s which means you're guaranteed to get a good deal. May as well rent a storage unit while you're at it! You won't regret a visit to Guy's Discount Store. Don&a...

Love the show? Hate the show? Think it’s just okay? Send us a text! RC Willey has been making "your home, your way" since as early as the 1930's. It also has to be the only place you can find hot dogs, Nintendo Switches, Warren Buffett and a retail credit card. Did they sponsor this episode? Not directly, but in a way they did with all the great deals they've been giving the Ut...

Love the show? Hate the show? Think it’s just okay? Send us a text! September 11, 1996, will forever be remembered by the people of Spanish Fork. While normally a peaceful place, the controversial and political rock band Rage Against the Machine shook the town to its very core when they performed here. A big thank you to Clint Betts for revisiting this dark day in history with us. This episode may...

Love the show? Hate the show? Think it’s just okay? Send us a text! Take a dive into one of the most highly-themed restaurants that the Salt Lake Valley has ever seen. Logan Young is a former diver and entertainer from the Mayan and he takes who through the behind the scenes of working there. Did you ever experience a chewy enchilada at the Mayan? Did you have a chlorinated water-based margarita?...

Love the show? Hate the show? Think it’s just okay? Send us a text! You've heard Nate talk about his love for Orange Bang and it's where he gets it. Brandon easily gets a brain freeze but it doesn't stop him from having 2-3 Frazil's a week at this place. In this week's episode, we're talking about Holiday Oil. So grab the nearest bag of 2-day old popcorn and enjoy the...

Love the show? Hate the show? Think it’s just okay? Send us a text! We've finally arrived at the moment you have all been waiting for... We visited Lagoon! Thanks to our guest Matt for accompanying us on this journey. Lagoon is a very special place as it is the largest amusement park in Utah. There is no way we will even scratch the surface of this place in one episode so stay tuned for many...

Love the show? Hate the show? Think it’s just okay? Send us a text! What do does a sword, Kodak and a kayak all have in common? It’s all in The Vault! Only here on the This is a Place podcast can you get the facts about what’s really inside the secret catacombs at the mouth of little cottonwood canyon. A big thanks to Alan who spent some time behind the scenes at the vault and was kind enough to p...

Love the show? Hate the show? Think it’s just okay? Send us a text! This not so secret lake can be found a couple of miles up Little Cottonwood canyon. How many miles? You better do your research beforehand or you're going to get duped! Join us as we take our first adventure out into the Utah wilderness.   https://www.facebook.com/thisisaplace/ https://www.instagram.com/thisisaplacepodcast/ t...

Love the show? Hate the show? Think it’s just okay? Send us a text! Only in Utah can we slap turkey, cheese and sprouts between two deep fried pastries and call it healthy. Who’s been doing this consistently for 43 years? It could only be Sconecutter! And don’t forget, we’re going for 5 stars here people!   https://www.facebook.com/thisisaplace/ https://www.instagram.com/thisisaplacepodcast/ thisi...

Love the show? Hate the show? Think it’s just okay? Send us a text! Happy 24th of July! There's nothing more fitting for a Pioneer Day than listening to an episode of This is a Place in which we talk about This is the Place.  A sincere thank you to the park and for getting us in touch with our guest Brian Westover who gave us a lot of great insights in to the park.  Did Brigham Young utter th...

Love the show? Hate the show? Think it’s just okay? Send us a text! Emos, headstones with websites, prominent Mormons, and hammocks? These are all things you can find at The Salt Lake City Cemetery. In this week's episode, we are also joined by Chris Sirrine who, in our opinion, is an expert grave finder. What is your favorite grave in this cemetery? Let us know here:   https://www.facebook.c...

Love the show? Hate the show? Think it’s just okay? Send us a text! If you find yourself at 1904 W. & 5400 S. in Taylorsville, your dollar won't go quite as far as it once did. Close to four years ago the movie theater at this location closed it's doors forever so developers could fry bigger fishes... and chicken... and steaks. Many changes happened over the 36 years that the buildin...

Love the show? Hate the show? Think it’s just okay? Send us a text! Did you know that there is a 75-year-old sculpture garden in Utah? Neither did we. You'll also be interested to find out that it is the only designated visionary art environment in the state of Utah. Look at us getting all cultured. Gilgal is an eccentric spot in where you can take a stroll, snap some cool Instagram pics, and...

Love the show? Hate the show? Think it’s just okay? Send us a text! For this episode, Brandon and Nate had the opportunity to speak with Arthur Owens who is the owner of the pop-up restaurant Row Ohh's Chicken and Waffles. By checking this place out you'll be supporting a growing local business, interaction with a talented and genuine individual, and some 90's nostalgia. Oh, and the...

Love the show? Hate the show? Think it’s just okay? Send us a text! There's nothing like a warm summer night under the stars while listening to one of your favorite bands live. USANA Amphitheater is a great place to have such an experience. Every year (this year being the exception) you'll find a long list of concerts to enjoy from country to rap. Grab a premium reserved seat closer to t...

Love the show? Hate the show? Think it’s just okay? Send us a text! As these hot summer days begin, putting on your swim trunks and sliding down a large waterslide would be perfect! Unfortunately, you're going to have to look elsewhere as this former water park is nothing but weeds and graffiti. That doesn't mean we can't talk about the good old days though, right? Join as us we rev...

Love the show? Hate the show? Think it’s just okay? Send us a text! Where you can find Halloween candy in January, DVDs for a dollar, buckets of convenience store nacho cheese, and American flag shoes all in the same place. It can only be the NPS store (also known as Market Square). Who better to bring us along on this treasure hunt than our own wives? Thanks to Beky and Maddy for being our guests...

Love the show? Hate the show? Think it’s just okay? Send us a text! "¡Santa vaca! You're telling me that this place has the best tacos this side of Mexico? ¡No manches!" Si, manches. Santo Taco is an authentic Mexican restaurant in Salt Lake where you'll find tacos, enchiladas, churros, horchata, unique decor, AND the music... they have it all. As you begin to venture back out...