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 events, explores the mishaps and mayhem surrounding a woman’s end-of-life journey through the Death wit...
Jan 27, 2025•26 min•Ep. 296
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 10, 2022 This week I'm thrilled to welcome Mike Rinder to the podcast. I've been a huge fan and sup...
Jan 05, 2025•56 min•Ep. 295
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 her stories about the multifaceted relationships between girls had coalesced into a thematic collect...
Dec 30, 2024•38 min•Ep. 294
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 of growing up in the magic community, finding mentors, and honing her craft with relentless dedicati...
Dec 23, 2024•31 min•Ep. 293
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 themes of death and the human psyche. Charlene shares insights into her writing process, revealing how ...
Dec 15, 2024•33 min•Ep. 292
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 production as a teenager. RAINBOWCURLIE shares their process of crafting songs and how the latest track,...
Dec 08, 2024•39 min•Ep. 291
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 freedom it allows, resulting in a film that feels both spontaneous and authentic. The episode provides ...
Dec 02, 2024•17 min•Ep. 290
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 creative process behind his films, exploring the balance between spontaneity and meticulous planning...
Nov 25, 2024•47 min•Ep. 289
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 multiple roles as a musician, producer, and content creator of her own work. Liv opens up about the artist...
Nov 19, 2024•40 min•Ep. 288
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 responsibilities. She opens up about her creative process, the inspiration behind the film, and how humor play...
Nov 04, 2024•36 min•Ep. 287
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 with audiences beyond the film festival circuit. Jack opens up about the personal and raw nature of th...
Oct 21, 2024•53 min•Ep. 286
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 memories of watching The Nightmare Before Christmas and the influence of Tim Burton's work on his creativ...
Oct 20, 2024•27 min
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 Faith, Family, and FollyRoss, twenty-three, isn’t nearly as clever as he thinks he is. His brillian...
Oct 13, 2024•43 min•Ep. 284
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 Vivienne's private life in rural Pennsylvania with the public cacophony of internet comments and social m...
Sep 30, 2024•39 min•Ep. 283
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 challenges and triumphs of independent filmmaking. We explore Jaron's creative process, from his early infl...
Sep 23, 2024•22 min•Ep. 282
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 Alyssa Lomuscio's experiences as a top-ranked fencer, and discusses the physical and mental challenge...
Sep 15, 2024•31 min•Ep. 281
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 delve into his unique approach to art, where unfulfilled film scripts often become poems or short s...
Sep 08, 2024•35 min•Ep. 280
Episode 279 Guest: Caleb Hearn Album: Left On McKinney --- In this episode, I sit down with the incredibly talented musician Caleb Hearn , who has quickly become a favorite of mine. Caleb has a new album titled Left On McKinney coming out on September 6, and he's kicking off his tour on September 10 at Kilby Court in Salt Lake City . We dive into the making of the album, the personal stories and emotions behind the songs, and Caleb's journey from writing poems as a kid to becoming a viral sensat...
Sep 02, 2024•31 min•Ep. 279
Episode 278 Guest: Laura Albert Book: Harold's End --- In this episode I welcome back author Laura Albert (known for her acclaimed works written under JT Leroy). Laura has been a big supporter of Salt Lake Dirt since its inception, and I am thrilled to delve into her novella Harold's End . We discuss the book's origins, its themes, and the unique pets that symbolize hope and love in the lives of its characters. Laura shares insights into her writing process and the emotional journey behind creat...
Aug 18, 2024•1 hr 16 min•Ep. 278
Episode 277 Guest : Drew Danburry Album : I Should Have Known the Things You Never Said (Icarus Phoenix) Today I welcome back musician Drew Danburry . Drew has become one of my favorite musicians and I'm always excited when he has a new release. We discuss his latest projects, including his band Icarus Phoenix 's new album I Should Have Known the Things You Never Said , set to release on August 15. Drew shares insights into his music-making process, the band's recent tour in Japan, and the inspi...
Aug 12, 2024•58 min•Ep. 277
Episode 276 Guest: Meredith Yinger Film: Scars Unseen In this episode, Kyler sits down with filmmaker Meredith Yinger to discuss her powerful documentary Scars Unseen . Meredith delves into the emotional journey behind the film, which follows three women—Maha, Adrienne, and Trish—who have overcome domestic violence and are now paying it forward. They explore the genesis of the project, the challenges of finding subjects willing to share their stories, and the impact of the pandemic on domestic v...
Aug 12, 2024•21 min•Ep. 276
Episode 275 GUEST: Calahan Skogman NOVEL: Blue Graffiti -- Today Kyler sits down with writer, actor and poet Calahan Skogman to discuss his debut novel Blue Graffiti published by Unnamed Press. Calahan shares the inspiration behind the book, his writing process, and how the pandemic influenced his creative journey. They delve into the themes of small-town life, the beauty of mundane moments, and the profound impact of literature on his writing style. This episode is a must-listen for book lovers...
Aug 05, 2024•43 min•Ep. 275
Episode 274 Author: Brendan Gillen Book: Static -- On this episode I welcome author Brendan Gillen to discuss his new novel Static . Brendan shares his insights on character development, the creative process, and the importance of persistence in the face of challenges. Great chat, great book! Thanks for listening. Kyler --- Static Synopsis: For Paul, stealing is easy. When he's hungry, he strolls into a bodega and steals lunch. When rent's due, he steals records and flips them for cash. As a lon...
Aug 05, 2024•36 min•Ep. 274
Episode 273 Bruce Wagner The Met Gala & Tales of Saints and Seekers --- I'm very excited to welcome back Bruce Wagner to the show. Bruce is one of my favorite writers and on this episode he shares insights into the creation of his latest work The Met Gala & Tales of Saints and Seekers . We also talk about how Arcade Publishing has begun to reissue several of his previous novels. I highly recommend them all. Links below for more information. It's always an honor to talk with with Bruce ab...
Jul 29, 2024•1 hr 1 min•Ep. 273
Today on the show I welcome back author and musician Jack Skelley. Jack was on last year talking about the release of The Complete Fear of Kathy Acker and this time he joins me to talk about his genre busting new release Myth Lab: Theories of Plastic Love. Great book, great chat! Thanks for listening. Kyler --- Episode Links: PURCHASE Myth Lab IG: @helterskelley For more on Jack... SLD Podcast Info: www.saltlakedirt.com Radio Broadcast every Monday on KPCR 92.9 FM Los Gatos - 6PM - 8PM PST Liste...
Jul 22, 2024•39 min•Ep. 272
This week on Salt Lake Dirt, I am thrilled to welcome the multi-talented entertainer Nicholas King. Nicholas is an actor, musician, and performer whose work has seamlessly seeped into my subconscious making him an irresistible guest for the show. We delve into his impressive career, from his early beginnings in a musically inclined family to his current performances and collaborations. Thanks for listening! Kyler --- Episode Links: Official Nicholas King Website Listen on Spotify Instagram: @nic...
Jul 22, 2024•41 min•Ep. 271
This week I welcome author Chandler Morrison to the show. We talk about his latest novel American Narcissus out now on Dead Sky Publishing . Chandler has become one of my favorite writers as of late so it was great talking with him about his work. Thanks for listening! Kyler --- American Narcissus Synopsis: "The American dream is dead, and Los Angeles is burning. Stoned and porn-addicted surfer Baxter Kent is terrified of women and anxious to make things work with a sex robot. Acid junkie Arden ...
Jul 15, 2024•58 min•Ep. 270
This week I return to the Wyoming International Film Festival. WYOIFF has easily become one of my top festival picks and I encourage filmmakers and filmgoers to check it out. The festival takes place July 9-14, 2024 in Cheyenne, Wyoming. If you find yourself anywhere near eastern Wyoming this week, find the time to see some of these incredible films. Thanks for listening! Kyler --- Episode 269 Filmmaker: Shoval Tshuva Film: FUNKY --- Episode Links: IG: @shovaltshuva Substack 2024 WYOIFF...
Jul 11, 2024•11 min•Ep. 269
This week I return to the Wyoming International Film Festival. WYOIFF has easily become one of my top festival picks and I encourage filmmakers and filmgoers to check it out. The festival takes place July 9-14, 2024 in Cheyenne, Wyoming. If you find yourself anywhere near eastern Wyoming this week, find the time to see some of these incredible films. Thanks for listening! Kyler --- In a world where people are expected to quietly die at 65, a scientist desperate for more time needs her long-negle...
Jul 11, 2024•16 min•Ep. 268
This week I return to the Wyoming International Film Festival. WYOIFF has easily become one of my top festival picks and I encourage filmmakers and filmgoers to check it out. The festival takes place July 9-14, 2024 in Cheyenne, Wyoming. If you find yourself anywhere near eastern Wyoming this week, find the time to see some of these incredible films. Thanks for listening! Kyler --- Episode 267 Filmmaker: Monique Sorgen Film: LYING IS COMPLICATED Logline: Melanie tries to get her fake fiancé to c...
Jul 11, 2024•14 min•Ep. 267
