This is Provo

This is Provo is a new podcast that delves into the unique culture of Provo, UT.
This town boasts one of the most unique college populations in the country--a population that is proud to be ranked the most "Stone Cold Sober Campus" every year by the Princeton Review.

Episodes of "This is Provo" feature interviews and stories from Provo on topics ranging from dating, entrepreneurship, summer camps, non-profits, food, traveling, and everything else under the Y.

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Episodes

Episode 19: Provo pride

After some brief apologies for being absent for three months, Kelli shares an interview with three members of Provo Pride: Tosh, Mario, and Jessica. A lot of people in Provo don't even realize that Provo has a Pride organization, but Tosh, Mario, and Jessica discuss the origins of the organization and the Provo Pride Festival and how it has grown over the last five years. Mario shares his experience of coming out to his parents, and how Provo Pride can be beneficial to those in the LGBTQ communi...

Jul 01, 2018•37 min

Episode 18: An Other Theater Company

Love theater but tired of seeing the same musicals performed over and over again? Taylor Jack Nelson and Kacey Spadafora are the co-founders and artistic directors of An Other Theater Company. They are out to change the way that people in Utah County think about theater, and this is manifest in everything from their location to their types of shows they put on. On today's episode, Taylor and Kacey share their vision to bring to the Provo stage the types of shows that usually aren't performed in ...

Feb 15, 2018•29 min

Episode 17: How Podcasting Got Me a Boyfriend and a Comedy Career

Kelli takes an episode to talk about the origins of the podcast and what it's been like to host This is Provo during the last year. She also talks about the two most meaningful things that have happened in her life largely due to the podcast--getting a boyfriend and launching an improv comedy career.

Jan 23, 2018•18 min

Episode 16: Get Involved with Volunteering

Provo is one of the most service-oriented cities in the Utah and even the country! It's fantastic how much volunteer service goes on in our town. In this episode, we met with three local nonprofits to discuss their organizations and how you can get involved. You'll hear from Michaelann Bradley of United Way, who gives some insight into volunteering as a whole and the mission of United Way. Colin interviews Kathy Givens from Circles, a program at the Community Action Services & Food Bank, to ...

Dec 04, 2017•33 min

Episode 15: Heart & Seoul

Our last episode in our music series is a little bit different. You've heard from local bands in Provo, but what if you want to get out and make your own music? That's what Heart & Seoul Karaoke is here for! In today's episode, Kelli interviews the owners of the new Center Street establishment to find out about their inspiration for opening Heart & Seoul Karaoke and to convince listeners that ANYONE can have fun singing karaoke. Listener warnings: A) Sarcasm levels may reach a 7 at times...

Dec 01, 2017•27 min

Episode 14: The Backview Heights

The third episode in our feature on the Provo music scene. What does it really take to make it as musicians in Provo? The members of the band The Backview Heights share how they got their start, what it's like to collaborate and play with other artists in Provo, and even dish on which of their members would be most likely to pull a Zayn and leave the band to start a solo career.

Nov 23, 2017•24 min

Episode 13: Fictionist

Continuing our series on the music scene in Provo, Kelli interviews Brandon Kitterman from the Provo-based band Fictionist. He talks about joining the band and their progress through the years, gives advice to up-and-coming musicians, shares some tour catastrophes, and even gives a peek into his Spotify playlist.

Nov 09, 2017•30 min

Episode 12: The Rooftop Concert Series

This episode kicks off a series focusing on the unique music scene of Provo. Kelli interviews Justin Hackworth and Sarah Wiley, two of the original creators of the Provo Rooftop Concert Series. They discuss the genesis of the concert series and share what it was like to get it running. Unsurprisingly, there's a lot more work that goes on behind the scenes--hear about some of the difficulties they encountered and still continue to face. Aspiring musicians will also get a glimpse into what it take...

Sep 14, 2017•29 min

Episode 11: The Ghosts of Provo

If you like a good ghost story, this episode is for you. Ever wonder if Provo is haunted? Derek Jacobs, the owner of Pedal Provo Ghost Tours, would respond with a resounding YES. He joins us to discuss his business, which takes riders on tours around Provo to check out some of its haunted locations. He and Kelli share their own personal encounters with ghosts and talk about some of the more haunted spots in Provo.

Sep 01, 2017•22 min

Episode 10: Breaking the Mold

Remember back in Episode 1, where we asked residents of Provo to describe their city in one word? Well, no one used the word "diverse." That's because Provo is not known for its diversity. From the outside (or even the inside), it appears to be pretty homogeneous racially, culturally, and religiously. On today's episode, we're featuring three individuals who don't quite fit "the mold" of Provo. Candace, Rainer, and Alfonso share their experiences of living in Provo-- from having little girls sta...

Aug 02, 2017•37 min

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