Salt Lake Dirt on Pirate Cat Radio

Kyler Bingham

Every week, Salt Lake Dirt features interviews with writers, filmmakers, and other artists. Kyler Bingham hosts the show and focuses on the creative process and how artists find inspiration. In each interview, guests discuss their work, influences, and thoughts. The show provides listeners with a behind-the-scenes look at the work of some of today’s most talented artists. Hosted by Kyler Bingham When Mondays at 6 PM Pirate Cat Radio KPCR 92.9FM, KMRT 101.9FM & KPCR.org

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    SALT LAKE DIRT on Pirate Cat Radio - November 9, 2026

    SALT LAKE DIRT Broadcast Date: Monday, November 9, 2026 Air Time: 2:00 PM – 4:00 PM PST Station: KPCR.org / Pirate Cat Radio Network (Syndicated across KPCR-LP Los Gatos, KMRT-LP Santa Cruz, KMCQ-LP Salem, KVRN-FM Brightwood, KVBE-LP Portland, KPCR.org, and the KPCR App) SHOW SUMMARY Join host Kyler Bingham for a two-hour edition of Salt Lake Dirt featuring in-depth conversations with independent authors and breakout recording artists, alongside station news and local music. EPISODE BREAKDOWN & GUESTS Hour 1: Sam & Joe Eichner Guests: Authors Sam Eichner and Joe EichnerTopic: Discussing their co-authored debut novel, Our Greatest Work: A Novel by Twins (published by Akashic Books).Highlights:The genesis of writing a collaborative novel together during COVID-19 while staying at their step-grandmother's cabin in North Carolina.How their twin dynamic and distinct writing styles—balancing maximalism vs. streamlining—shaped the alternating perspectives of their characters.Incorporating meta-narrative elements, personal high school theater experiences, and influences from 90s/00s television plots (such as Dawson's Creek) into literary fiction.The long journey from early drafts and agent queries to publication.Hour 2: The Cunningham Sisters & Summer McBride Part 1: The Cunningham Sisters Guests: Cami & Stormiy Cunningham (The Cunningham Sisters)Topic: Roots music, Texas hill country, ranch life, and songwriting.Highlights:Growing up in Texas, team roping, hunting, and their musical family roots in The Cunningham Jamboree.The story behind their single and music video, "God's House".Balancing high school rodeo events, church services on the road, and performing live across Texas.Featured Tracks:"God's House""What a Cowgirl Wants"Part 2: Summer McBride Guest: Independent musician Summer McBrideTopic: Songwriting, creative expression, and connecting with listeners through independent music release.STATION ANNOUNCEMENTS & PLEDGE DRIVE Pirate Cat Radio Pledge Drive: Details on how listener support keeps independent, community-powered programming on the air across the Bay Area, Monterey, Salem, and Portland.Signal Society Membership: Tiers starting at $5/month, including station newsletters, slingshot pinball tokens, apparel, totes, and limited posters.How to Join/Donate: Visit KPCR.org/join or KPCR.org/donate.

  2. Nov 2

    SALT LAKE DIRT on Pirate Cat Radio - November 2, 2026

    Salt Lake Dirt — Episode Notes (November 2, 2026) Welcome to this week's episode of Salt Lake Dirt, broadcast locally and online via Pirate Cat Radio (KPCR Los Gatos, KMRT Santa Cruz, KMCQ Salem, KVRN Brightwood, and KVBE Portland). Guest: Alexandra Nadopoff (Co-editor, Harvard Law School professor, and former federal public defender)Guest: Jennifer Case (Author and creative writing professor)Guest: Summer McBride (Indie singer-songwriter based in Los Angeles)Support Independent Radio Support independent broadcasting by joining the Pirate Cat Radio Signal Society at kpcr.org/join.

  3. Oct 26

    SALT LAKE DIRT on Pirate Cat Radio - October 26, 2026

    Salt Lake Dirt on Pirate Cat Radio — Show Notes Air Date: Monday, October 26, 2026 | Time: 2:00 PM – 4:00 PM PST Host: Kyler Bingham Stations: KPCR-LP (Los Gatos), KMRT-LP (Santa Cruz), KMCQ-LP (Salem), KVRN-FM (Brightwood), KVBE-LP (Portland) Stream: kpcr.org | KPCR App --- Episode Overview In this episode of Salt Lake Dirt, Kyler Bingham hosts two authors exploring obsession, identity, and American culture: Jihoon Park (STICKMAN) discusses his debut novel, the psychological weight of school shootings, Asian American identity, and his background teaching confessional fiction and the Japanese "I-Novel."Joseph Coulson (The Prince of Memphis) breaks down his novel imagining the secret, mixed-race son of Elvis Presley writing his memoir in 2010, the cultural legacy of Elvis, and reads selected excerpts.Station Support Support independent, listener-powered radio during Pirate Cat Radio's Return of the Pledge Drive. Join the Signal Society or make a one-time donation at kpcr.org/join.

  4. Oct 12

    SALT LAKE DIRT on Pirate Cat Radio - October 19, 2026

    Salt Lake Dirt on Pirate Cat Radio: 2-Hour Special Broadcast Date: Monday October 19, 2-4pm Welcome to a special 2-hour broadcast of Salt Lake Dirt, airing on Pirate Cat Radio! On this episode, host Kyler Bingham features conversations with four distinct guests spanning civil rights law, investigative journalism, fiction, and independent music. Station Identification: Pirate Cat Radio. KPCR-LP Los Gatos, KMRT-LP Santa Cruz, KMCQ-LP Salem, KVRN-FM Brightwood, and KVBE-LP Portland. And everywhere else around the planet at KPCR.org and in the KPCR app." Episode Guests: Gloria J. Browne-Marshall - Legal scholar, civil rights attorney, and author Gloria J. Browne-Marshall joins the show to discuss constitutional law, voting rights, and the rich history of American protest movements.Dr. Stacey Patton - Award-winning journalist, author, and child advocate Dr. Stacey Patton dives into her investigative journalism, systemic reform, child welfare advocacy, and how media narratives impact public policy.Keith Koeneman - Writer and biographer Keith Koeneman (author of First Son: The Biography of Richard M. Daley) stops by to talk about shifting from biography into fiction with his novel Paternity, focusing on character-driven storytelling and narrative pacing.Bella Beau - 16-year-old singer-songwriter Bella Beau sits down for an artist-focused conversation exploring her creative process, original songwriting, jazz and indie influences, and crafting her sound.Links & Resources: Listen live and check out broadcast schedules: kpcr.orgArchive episodes, guest info, and zines: saltlakedirt.com

  5. Oct 5

    SALT LAKE DIRT on Pirate Cat Radio - October 5, 2026

    Salt Lake Dirt on Pirate Cat Radio Broadcast Monday October 5, 2-4PM Welcome to a special broadcast of Salt Lake Dirt on Pirate Cat Radio! On this episode, host Kyler Bingham is joined by author and advocate Dr. Stacey Patton discussing her powerful book Strung Up, followed by a special cozy autumn mixtape featuring performer and singer Lauren Ashley. Station Identification: "Now broadcasting from an actual volcano, you're listening to Pirate cat Radio, KPCR L.P. Los Gatos, KMRT L.P. Santa Cruz, KMCQ L.P. Salem, KVRN M FM Brightwood, and KVBE L.P. Portland." Episode Segments & Featured Guests Dr. Stacey Patton - Award-winning journalist, author, and advocate Dr. Stacey Patton joins the show to discuss her vital and harrowing book, Strung Up: How White America Learned to Lynch Black Children, examining intergenerational trauma, developmental psychology, and historical memory.Lauren Ashley - Performer, singer, and old Hollywood enthusiast Lauren Ashley sits down for a co-hosted autumn mixtape special, sharing hand-picked seasonal tracks, nostalgic memories, and cinematic moods.Links & Resources: Listen live and check out broadcast schedules: kpcr.orgArchive episodes, guest info, and zines: saltlakedirt.com

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Every week, Salt Lake Dirt features interviews with writers, filmmakers, and other artists. Kyler Bingham hosts the show and focuses on the creative process and how artists find inspiration. In each interview, guests discuss their work, influences, and thoughts. The show provides listeners with a behind-the-scenes look at the work of some of today’s most talented artists. Hosted by Kyler Bingham When Mondays at 6 PM Pirate Cat Radio KPCR 92.9FM, KMRT 101.9FM & KPCR.org

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