Best Martha Hughes Podcasts (2025)

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Rich and Weekly: JLo and No Shows at American Music Awards, Miley on Her Sobriety, and Hugh Jackman’s Ex Speaks Out! 25:44

11h ago25:44

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A lot of the time, award shows can be fun, exciting, star-studded events. And sometimes...they’re like this year’s American Music Awards. First off, tons of the A-list nominees didn’t even bother showing up. And then, for a couple of stars who did show up, things got weird onstage. Shaboozey gave his co-presenter Megan Moroney some serious side-eye…

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FMC 226 : St. Elmo's Fire Written and Directed by Joel Schumacher 2:07:27

1d ago2:07:27

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The rat pack could do no wrong and St. Elmo's Fire solidified all of the actor's status in Hollywood. This film is a coming of age story dealing with the transition into adulthood. in 1985 it was no different! Filmmaker Commentary is Hosted by Reginald Titus Jr. Co-Hosted by Casey G. Smith

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Russell Shorto with Aidan Flax-Clark: Taking Manhattan 58:49

3d ago58:49

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Bestselling author and historian Russell Shorto talks to Aidan Flax-Clark about his latest book, Taking Manhattan.

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Tom Cruise: Risky Business | 279 51:13

4d ago51:13

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Richies, just in time for ""Mission: Impossible – The Final Reckoning"" - the last installment of the MI franchise - we bring you one of the most bankable stars in the world, Tom Cruise. As a boy, he’s bullied because of his height, and faces learning difficulties at school. But that was then and this is now. Thanks to roles in “Risky Business,” “T…

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Sri Chinmoy Self-Transcendence 3100 Mile Race! 26:11

4d ago26:11

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Send us a text #332 - There are long races, Cocodona 350, Vol State 500k, and then there's the Sri Chinmoy Self-Transcendence 3100 Mile Race. This race is like no other. It is as much a personal journey into self discovery as it is a foot race. But it is still a race and if you decide this is the race for you, it will push you farther than you have…

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Grace Oshita 1:56

5d ago1:56

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The experiences of a young girl who lived in Utah’s Topaz Internment Camp.By Utah Humanities

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Lost Treasure and Blind Frogs 27:43

5d ago27:43

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Join JB as he uncovers some of the most captivating lost treasure legends from across Utah. From hidden caches to forgotten fortunes, these stories might just inspire your own hunt for buried wealth.By Undiscovered Utah

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Haleh Liza Gafori with Maya C. Popa: Water Translating Rumi 58:37

10d ago58:37

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Acclaimed poet Haleh Liza Gafori discusses her latest translations of Rumi's lyric poetry in Water with prize-winning poet Maya C. Popa

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S2:E5 Trusting God's Timing 44:26

10d ago44:26

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Have you ever felt like you’re standing in a hallway, leaning on a doorway that just won’t open? You’ve knocked. You’ve prayed. You’ve waited. And still nothing. In this powerful episode of Through Deep Waters, Martha sits down with Pastor Lee Eclov to explore what it really means to trust God’s timing, especially when life feels stuck in pause mod…

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Ke Huy Quan: Don’t Stop Believing | 278 44:13

11d ago44:13

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Happy Asian American and Pacific Islander Heritage Month, Richies! In light of AAPI Month, we have a story about someone who has given “comeback” a whole new meaning. After fleeing North Vietnam as a child with his family, Ke Huy Quan turns to acting and is immediately cast in “Indiana Jones and the Temple of Doom” and then “The Goonies.” He seems …

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Napa Wilderness Trail Race 2025! 25:51

11d ago25:51

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Send us a text #331 - This past weekend, I had the pleasure of running one of the distances of the 2025 Napa Wilderness Race. It was a great and difficult race! I had planned to run the half marathon distance, but dropped down to the 10k and I'm good with my decision. I talk about my long weekend in this episode and why this race should be on your …

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Plum Alley 1:57

12d ago1:57

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Plum Alley, a narrow lane in downtown Salt Lake City, marks what used to be the heart of a vibrant Chinatown.By Utah Humanities

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Rich and Weekly: How We Got So Fabulous (The Mom Edition) 29:22

14d ago29:22

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On this very special episode of “Rich and Weekly,” Brooke and Aricia are joined by their moms, Pam and Kathy, for an all-out, belated Mother's Day pop culture extravaganza. And Richies, we're pulling out all the stops. We’ve got games, trivia, and even a mother-daughter Q & A that gives you a peek into the personal lives of the Siffrinn and Skidmor…

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Chris Hughes with Joe Weisenthal and Tracy Alloway: Marketcrafters 54:51

17d ago54:51

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Economist and writer Chris Hughes talks to Joe Weisenthal and Tracy Allowa about his latest book, Marketcrafters.

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Debbie Reynolds and Carrie Fisher: Two of a Kind | 277 51:25

18d ago51:25

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In honor of Mother’s Day, we're celebrating a mother-daughter duo unlike any other - Debbie Reynolds and Carrie Fisher. While these two “unsinkable” stars seemingly look - on the surface - like they couldn’t have been more different, they were a lot more alike than they liked to admit. Debbie and Carrie both became movie stars at the tender age of …

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Plyometrics Can Help Your Running! 24:59

18d ago24:59

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Send us a text #330 - You may have seen those terrific videos of Kenyan runners warming up with the various active exercises before they run. Those are plyometric exercises. This week, I talk about them; what they are and how they can help your running. And, as an added incentive: they're FUN! With only a few added minutes per session, you can reap…

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The Salt Palace and the End of Salt Lake’s Japan Town 1:54

19d ago1:54

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A small area of downtown Salt Lake City used to be “Japan Town”, an area that served as the focus of the city’s Japanese American community. The area was demolished in the 1960s in order to make room for the Salt Palace.By Utah Humanities

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Listen Now: Once Upon a Beat 9:13

19d ago9:13

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Lil’ Chicken has a restaurant that everybody loves! It’s known for two things: tasty corn nuggets and a stressed-out owner who worries and frets over every little thing. Business is booming, but it always seems like the sky is falling! Join DJ Fyutch and Baby Scratch as they serve up this tale about Lil’ Chicken, a restaurant critic, and the challe…

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Working on the Railroad: Utah's Chinese Pioneers 2:22

23d ago2:22

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Chinese immigrant laborers built the railroad from California to Utah.By Utah Humanities

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Mike Hixenbaugh on his Award-Winning Book 'They Came for the Schools' 55:50

24d ago55:50

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On this special episode of Library Talks, we speak with Mike Hixenbaugh, winner of the 38th annual Helen Bernstein Book Award for Excellence in Journalism, for his book They Came for the Schools: One Town's Fight Over Race and Identity, and the New War for America's Classrooms.

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Martin Short: Wit and Grit | 276 48:53

25d ago48:53

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Even in the face of unimaginable tragedy and grief, Martin Short has always kept his sense of humor. As a young man, he channels three devastating personal losses into becoming a performing dynamo. Instead of being defined by these tragedies, he’s emboldened to go out and pursue his acting dreams in Toronto in the 70s. The Canadian city is a hotbed…

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Don't Push Yourself Too Hard! 24:51

25d ago24:51

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Send us a text #329 - Remember the phrase "Go Big or Go Home?" Yeah, I got tired of it too. Unfortunately, I still hear it and see runners suggesting that they're not doing enough. Well, first of all, who are they to judge another runner and second, anyone who says that to another runner usually is trying to sell something, be it a book, personal t…

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Rich and Weekly: JoJo Siwa’s ‘Big’ Love Drama, Bill Belichick’s Rocky Interview, and Katy Perry Breaks Silence on ‘Blue Origin’ 26:36

29d ago26:36

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It looks like reality TV is getting very real! After wrapping up her stint on “Celebrity Big Brother UK,” JoJo Siwa’s making all kinds of headlines. JoJo - who’s been openly gay for a while - had an “aha” moment in front of CBBUK cameras when she realized she now identifies as queer. Great for JoJo. Not so great for JoJo’s partner Kath Ebb - who cl…

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Vicky Nguyen with Tracey Nguyen Mang: Boat Baby 1:00:53

1M ago1:00:53

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News anchor Vicky Nguyen talks to Tracey Nguyen Mang about her new memoir, Boat Baby.

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Judy Garland: The Legend of a Legend | 275 54:44

1M ago54:44

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Almost 60 years after Judy Garland’s tragic death, she still remains one of Hollywood’s most fascinating (and heartbreaking) talents. As a girl, her powerful voice catches the attention of legendary movie producer, Louis B. Mayer, and she’s on her way. Thanks to her iconic role in “The Wizard of Oz,” Judy cements herself as one of the world’s bigge…

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What If Things Go Really Really Wrong On the Trail? 26:27

1M ago26:27

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Send us a text #328 - I've done previous episodes about how to stay safe, but what if things go very badly for you on your trail run? This is a guide to help prevent many of the very traumatic things from happening. Of course, we can't prevent everything from going south, but we can help ourselves by not making us easy targets for future accidents.…

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Joe Hill 2:00

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Joe Hill has become a deeply ingrained part of Utah folklore. The Wobbly songwriter was executed for murder in the state in the early 1900s.By Utah Humanities

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José Andrés with Gail Simmons: Change the Recipe 1:16:47

1M ago1:16:47

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Michelin-starred chef José Andrés talks to Gail Simmons about his latest book, Change the Recipe.

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Tyler Perry: Turning Pain into Power | 274 46:35

1M ago46:35

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Born in New Orleans, young Tyler Perry is forced to contend with all sorts of abuse. Some is at the hands of his explosive and alcoholic father, as well as neighbors and people he thought he could trust. Eventually, he escapes to Atlanta to pursue his dreams of writing and performing - while working countless menial jobs and living in his car along…

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David Amerland - Built to Last! 37:06

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Send us a text #327 - David Amerland's dedication to fitness is evident as soon as we began talking. He switched careers midstream to follow what he loved rather than what he had studied for, chemical engineering. Through this, he wrote the book Built to Last: How to Get Stronger, Heathier and Happier at Every Stage of Life. He and his wife also fo…

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German and Italian Prisoners of War in Utah 2:09

1M ago2:09

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Many people know about the Japanese internment camp Topaz, but Utah also held Italian and German prisoners of war during World War II.By Utah Humanities

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S2:E4 Faith Under Fire 19:38

1M ago19:38

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In this powerful episode of Through Deep Waters, Monique and Martha get real about what it means to trust God when everything around you is falling apart. Inspired by Daniel 3:17–18, they ask the hard questions: What if God doesn’t do what I hoped? Will I still trust Him? 🎙️ Monique and Martha share raw, personal testimonies of walking through deep…

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Rich and Weekly: Katy Perry Put on ‘Blast’ for Her Blast Off, Aimee Lou Wood-n’t Approve of ‘SNL’ Sketch, and It (Never) Ends for Us and Blake Lively 26:41

1M ago26:41

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Houston, we have a girl power problem. More specifically, a rich celebrity girl problem. On Monday, Katy Perry and Gayle King blasted off into outer space on the latest Blue Origin rocket. And ever since they reentered the earth’s atmosphere, celebrities are firing on all cylinders. Olivia Munn, Olivia Wilde, and Emily Ratajkowski have all openly c…

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Timothy Snyder: The New Paganism—A Framework for Understanding Our Politics 1:19:35

1M ago1:19:35

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American historian Timothy Snyder presents his lecture The New Paganism—A Framework for Understanding Our Politics

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FMC 225 : Purple Rain Written and Directed by Albert Magnoli 1:37:00

1M ago1:37:00

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1984's Purple Rain took the world by storm and created a bona fide superstar in Prince. This film had a low budget but with the right amount of are the director gave the film a heart. Filmmaker Commentary is Hosted by Reginald Titus Jr. Co-Hosted by Casey G. Smith

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Whoopi Goldberg: Uncensored and Unafraid | 273 49:28

2M ago49:28

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Whoopi Goldberg has had a life. And then some. Long before she became a Hollywood icon (and the first Black woman to achieve EGOT status), she struggles with substance abuse, trouble at school, and teenage pregnancy. And then she becomes a mom at just 17. But her unique comedy voice captures the attention of legendary writer/director Mike Nichols w…

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Comrades Marathon! 25:28

2M ago25:28

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Send us a text #326 - One of the greatest races in the world takes place in South Africa. The Comrades Marathon can take place north to south or south to north, depending on the year. It is over 50 miles on hot pavement with a tough time limit. In my attempt to talk about all the great world running races, this week is focus on the Comrades. If you…

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Convict Labor: Road-Building Backbone for Utah 2:30

2M ago2:30

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Learn about Utah’s convict labor system and how prisoners actually formed the backbone of some of our early public works projects – especially road construction.By Utah Humanities

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FMC 224 : Real Genius Directed by Martha Coolidge 1:59:40

2M ago1:59:40

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1985's Real Genius is a classic 80's film that brings nostalgia to people from the era. A well-made film that takes the nerd genre and takes a serious approach about the young people and their lives. Filmmaker Commentary is Hosted by Reginald Titus Jr. Co-Hosted by Casey G. Smith #Realgenius #filmmaker…

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Alissa Wilkinson with Aidan Flax-Clark: We Tell Ourselves Stories: Joan Didion and the American Dream Machine 51:21

2M ago51:21

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Film critic Alissa Wilkinson talks to Aidan Flax-Clark about her latest book, We Tell Ourselves Stories.

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Christina Applegate: Survival of the Funniest | 272 51:09

2M ago51:09

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Christina Applegate has always had a dark sense of humor. And she leans on it big time to deal with a series of enormous obstacles and challenges. As a child star-turned-household name (thanks to 11 seasons on “Married...with Children”) Christina avoids the pitfalls of other kid actors and becomes one of Hollywood’s leading ladies of comedy. She’s …

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Missing! 29:23

2M ago29:23

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Send us a text #325 - Over 500,000 hikers went missing in 2021. There are not numbers of runners who go missing, but they would be drastically reduced. I go over the reasons for the discrepancy. This week, I talk about a few missing runners and what might have happened to them. Some of them have been found, some of them have not. There are ways to …

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The Founding of SOCIO 2:17

2M ago2:17

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The creation of the Spanish Speaking Organization for Community, Integrity, and Opportunity in Salt Lake City sought to identify problems of the Spanish-speaking minority. This group worked on behalf of the community to improve equality and access to opportunity in Utah.By Utah Humanities

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Rich and Weekly: Morgan Wallen's ‘SNL’ Blowback, Sydney Sweeney’s Wedding Bell Blues, and Val Kilmer Leaves Us Too Soon 23:43

2M ago23:43

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Richies, there’s a lot to get into this week. If you watched “Saturday Night Live” over the weekend, you know all about musical guest Morgan Wallen’s awkward goodbye. He bolted off stage while the cameras were still rolling. And now, “SNL” vet Kenan Thompson is sharing how he feels about Morgan’s controversial departure. After that, we’ll get into …

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FMC 223 : The Breakfast Club Written and Directed by John Hughes 1:54:22

2M ago1:54:22

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In 1985 Johns Hughes created the movie phenomena known as the breakfast club. This movie took the world by storm, created new stars, and pop references that are still used till this day. Filmmaker Commentary is Hosted by Reginald Titus Jr. Co-Hosted by Casey G. Smith #thebreakfastclub #filmmakercommentary…

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Edna Bonhomme with Linda Villarosa: A History of the World in Six Plagues 58:42

2M ago58:42

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Historian Edna Bonhomme talks to Linda Villarosa about her latest book, A History of the World in Six Plagues.

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Margot Robbie: Hollywood’s Golden Girl | 271 52:41

2M ago52:41

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As a kid in Australia, Margot Robbie knows she wants to be a movie star, but doesn’t think it’s possible. But after wowing audiences with her star turn (and convincing Brooklyn accent) in Martin Scorsese’s “The Wolf of Wall Street,” the Aussie is well on her way. And she flips her own script by developing material for herself, like 2017's “I, Tonya…

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My Favorite Running Routes! 32:51

2M ago32:51

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Send us a text #324 - We all have our favorite places to run. They may be the places we run every day, or they may be places we've only run once or a couple of times, but we remember them for being outrageously beautiful, or maybe standing out as one of the best runs we can remember. Today I'm talking about my favorite places to run and hike. Some …

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Martha Hughes Cannon 2:01

2M ago2:01

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The story of an ambitious and successful young woman who lived in polygamy.By Utah Humanities

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FMC 222 : Weird Science Written and Directed by John Hughes 1:39:27

2M ago1:39:27

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1985's Weird Science is a wacky, magical, film that seems to resonate after all of these years. It's definitely a product of its time but its still entertaining. John Hughes does it again! Filmmaker Commentary is Hosted by Reginald Titus Jr. Co-Hosted by Casey G. smith #filmmakercommentary #weirdscience…

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