Small Town America Podcast
1) Eureka, California: West Coast's Hidden Bay
Nearly 300 years of European exploration of the present day California coast fell short of finding the elusive Humboldt Bay. On May 13th, 1950, a settlement was founded on its shore. They called it “E...Show More
2) Wallace, Idaho: Silver Capital of the World
The tiny town of Wallace, Idaho may only have less than 800 residents, but its history could fill an entire book. Settled as a regional center for the miners of northern Idaho, its quick population ri...Show More
3) Moab, Utah: Ancient Crossroads of the West
Moab, Utah might seem like a typical western town - surrounded by desert and brimming with tales of classic cowboys like Butch Cassidy, it's easy to overlook the town's complexities. But, Moab has a v...Show More
4) Telluride, Colorado: From Minerals to Moguls
This week Hannah and Henry discuss the fascinating town of Telluride, Colorado. Featuring interviews with Mayor Sean Murphy, and Pepper Raper of the Telluride Historical Museum, learn about the human...Show More
5) Small Town America Interviews Donald Stark: Part II
A continuation of the first interview with this Portland native of nearly a century. In this segment he goes into his friendship with Portland's beloved and notorious mayor, Bud Clark, as well as prov...Show More
6) Jackson, Wyoming: Home Below the Tetons
Nestled in the valley below the majestic Teton Mountain Range, Jackson, Wyoming is arguably one of the most beautiful places in America. Access to skiing, snowboarding, rock climbing, river surfing, a...Show More
7) Taos, New Mexico: Ancient Apartments, Earthships, and Easy Rider Fame
In Taos, New Mexico it's not hard to recognize how history has been woven into its modern identity. From the enduring significance of the Taos Puebloan culture to the vibrant arts and environmental in...Show More
8) Beaufort, South Carolina: From Robert Smalls to Forrest Gump
Founded in 1711 after numerous failed colonization attempts by Europeans, Beaufort, South Carolina experienced slow growth due to numerous conflicts with native tribes and threats of Spanish invasion....Show More
9) St. Augustine, Florida: America's Oldest European City
St. Augustine was founded in 1565 by Spanish Conquistador Pedro Menéndez de Avilés, making it the oldest continuously inhabited city in the country. The city of less than 14,500 people is now a popula...Show More
10) Pendleton, Oregon: More Than Just A Rodeo Town
Developed along the Umatilla River, Pendleton, Oregon was incorporated on October 25, 1880. By 1900 the town had grown to be the fourth largest in Oregon and soon became known nationally for the Pendl...Show More