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 vibrant and important history. Despite being nestled between two extraordinary national parks, this exceptional town has more than meets the eye. 

This week on Small Town America, Henry and Hannah get the chance to interview the recently elected mayor, Emily Niehaus, and also discuss the vibrant history of this amazing small town. 

Music includes: 

"Theme from Mission: Impossible" - Lalo Schifrin
"The Raiders March" - John Williams

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Moab, Utah: Ancient Crossroads of the West

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 rise was closely followed by disasters and conflicts that all but defined the community. Though the town saw gradual departure of its residents throughout the 20th century, it continued to earn the national spotlight as it stood up to the powers at be, proving time and time again that size doesn't equate to strength and ingenuity. Listen to the episode to learn more about this storied community and what makes it such a significant link to the past of America. 

Interview with the awesome and self appointed Prime Minister of Wallace, Rick Shaffer.

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Songs include:

Intro: "My Man and My Mule" from Mr. Imperium - Composed by Harold Arlen, performed by Lana Turner, vocals by Trudy Erwin

Outro: "Blue Moon Revisited" (featured in Dante's Peak) - Cowboy Junkies

Wallace, Idaho: Silver Capital of the World

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 “Eureka,” a Greek word meaning “I have found it!”

Conflict, violence, ghosts, and a historically seedy underbelly, Eureka is now a lively seaport town brimming with interesting stories. Listen to the episode to learn more. 

Interview with Pro Tem Mayor, Kim Bergel.

Songs include: 
Love Song - Sara Bareilles
Love or Money - The Wackers

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Eureka, California: West Coast's Hidden Bay

Small Town America is a podcast dedicated to the histories, folklore and futures of the communities that deserve more attention in this big-city world. Hosts include Henry Miller, Hannah Mills, and Nick Nolan. New episodes are uploaded every other Friday. 

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