S2 E16 Dayla Ulrich | Sweet Pea Farm & Orchard

S2 E16 Dayla Ulrich | Sweet Pea Farm & Orchard

Author: Presented By Visit Cedar City Brian Head January 12, 2026 Duration: 59:55

Dayla Ulrich is the owner and farmer behind Sweet Pea Farm & Orchard in Parowan, Utah. Established in 2014, Sweet Pea Farm & Orchard provides fresh, locally grown produce and floral offerings, hosts farm breakfasts, and creates a welcoming space for the community to connect with the land and each other.The Explore Local Podcast is presented by Visit Cedar City Brian Head and hosted by David Johnson, Cedar City Economic Development Director.This episode is sponsored by The Cedar City Business and Innovation Center. Dedicated to supporting local businesses and entrepreneurs, it provides resources and services aimed at fostering business creation, growth, and retention. The center features the “Makerspace” where entrepreneurs and small businesses can have access to 3D printers, video production and photography equipment, t-shirt printing and more! Whether you’re starting a new venture or looking to expand an existing one, the Cedar City Business and Innovation Center offers the tools and guidance to help you succeed. To learn more and get involved, visit innovationcenter.cc


The Explore Local Podcast is a series of conversations that gets beneath the surface of Cedar City and Brian Head, Utah. Presented by Visit Cedar City Brian Head, this podcast moves beyond typical travel tips to introduce you to the people who actually shape the experience of being here. Each episode sits down with a different voice from the community-you might hear from a shop owner explaining why they set down roots, a guide recounting a memorable day on the local trails, or a cultural leader discussing what connects residents to this landscape. These aren't formal interviews, but more like candid chats that reveal personal histories, unexpected challenges, and the quiet pride of building a life in Southern Utah. By focusing on individual stories, the series collectively paints a richer picture of the area's character. You'll come away with a deeper sense of place, understanding not just where to go, but the spirit behind the destinations. It’s an audio postcard from the high desert, crafted for curious visitors and longtime locals alike who want to feel more connected to this unique corner of the world. Tune in to discover the layers that make a community, one genuine conversation at a time.
Author: Language: English Episodes: 50

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S2 E1 Stephen Lisonbee | One Utah Summit [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 57:19
Stephen Lisonbee is the SUU Associate Vice President, Community Outreach & Engagement. He has over 20 years of experience in community, economic, and workforce development across Utah. He is the Senior Advisor for Rural…
43 Dallas Smith | Dallas Smith Media [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 1:25:38
Dallas Smith, owner of Dallas Smith Media and Producer of the Explore Local Podcast, joined us this week! Dallas creates media content through photography, videography, drone work, animation and audio formats. He works w…
E42 Brad Carroll | Utah Shakespeare Festival [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 56:01
Brad Carroll, Music Director for the Utah Shakespeare Festival and onstage performer in the Festival’s production of A Gentleman’s Guide to Murder, joined us on the podcast this week! He conducts and plays piano live as…
E41 Drake Howell | BZI Innovation Park [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 1:05:33
Drake Howell, Project Executive for BZI Innovation Park, joined us on the podcast this week! The park is a 820‑acre rail‑served industrial and logistics hub. It combines 8.5 million sq ft of industrial space, 1 million s…
E40 Brennan Wood | Southwest Tech [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 1:12:53
Brennan Wood, the President of Southwest Technical College, joined us on the podcast today! Southwest Tech offers hands-on, career-focused certificate programs in fields like automotive, health professions, welding, and…
E39 Myles Hayes & Marli Bartlett | Las Vegas Raiders [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 54:21
Las Vegas Raiders' Myles Hayes and Marli Bartlett joined us on the podcast this week to discuss their involvement with the Utah Summer Games and what their hopes are for Utah's future athletes. The Las Vegas Raiders are…
E38 Jon Oglesby | Utah Summer Games [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 49:23
Utah Summer Games' Executive Director Jon Oglesby joined us on the podcast this week! Jon has been a part of USG since 2023, working to grow the games' impact, celebrate amateur athletes, and build on the event’s long-st…
E37 Mindy Benson | Southern Utah University [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 1:05:33
Mindy Benson is the 17th president of Southern Utah University, and the first woman and first SUU alum to hold the position. A Cedar City native, she has dedicated her career to SUU, previously serving as Vice President…
E36 Chip Lupo | WalletHub [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 50:59
Cedar City just got recognized as the third best small city to start a business by WalletHub! Chip Lupo joined us on the podcast this week to talk about it! Chip has worked for WalletHub since 2018, and his primary goal…