
Mountain Money
Business & Economics Podcasts
Mountain Money is a weekly, hour-long program that focuses on small business news and personal finance. Co-hosts Roger Goldman and Kevin Kennedy explore the unique challenges of working in a mountain town.
Location:
Park City, UT
Description:
Mountain Money is a weekly, hour-long program that focuses on small business news and personal finance. Co-hosts Roger Goldman and Kevin Kennedy explore the unique challenges of working in a mountain town.
Language:
English
Email:
mountainmoney@kpcw.org
Episodes
The last campaign of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.
1/19/2026
During the last year of his life, Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. focused on the Poor People's Campaign of 1968. Notre Dame Professor Allison Mitchell explains what Dr. King was trying to accomplish and the challenges that he faced.
Duration:00:24:50
Airbags, beacons and backcountry wisdom: A look at snow safety with ARVA
1/19/2026
Ever wondered what it takes to stay safe and smart in the backcountry? Learn about cutting-edge snow safety tech, hassle-free travel tips and the relentless pursuit of protection with ARVA's US market manager Jeremy Jolley. Whether you’re a seasoned skier or a first-timer, this episode is your golden ticket to safer turns.
Duration:00:25:10
The Enron trial twenty years later
1/12/2026
Sean Berkowitz and Kathryn Ruemmler, two of the lead lawyers in the criminal trial of Enron Chairman Ken Lay and Enron CEO Jeff Skilling, look back at the blockbuster case they tried twenty years ago.
Duration:00:55:23
What is a bond, and how do they work?
1/5/2026
Kevin and Roger are joined by retired bond trader David Wittenborn for a discussion about bonds. There are corporate, federal government, municipal, emerging markets and more different kinds of bonds.
Duration:00:18:22
Finding beauty in chaos through the art of photography
1/5/2026
What happens when artistry, intuition and a touch of chaos collide? Photographer Tara Sylvester shares her secrets for turning fleeting family moments into cherished works of art.
Duration:00:14:52
A journey through the land of Barbie
12/22/2025
Author Tarpley Hitt walks us through the history of Barbie, arguably the best selling doll of all time, and her new book "Barbieland." In it she tells the intriguing story Barbie's creation and how it helped build Mattel in to a toy-making juggernaut.
Duration:00:28:37
Suites, views, mountain vibes create Black Rock’s Park City escape
12/22/2025
Jeff McIntyre and Nick Polychronis discuss the development and vision behind Black Rock Mountain Resort’s new event center and ice arena near state Route 248 and Brown’s Canyon.
Duration:00:17:56
Insights on the neurobiology of communication
12/15/2025
From NASA and Accenture to founders pitching their next round, John Bates helps high‑stakes leaders turn ideas into messages people actually remember and act on. His approach is rooted in the “bio‑logical” realities of how human beings listen, decide and trust, making public speaking less about performance and more about genuine connection.
Duration:00:26:42
What to buy your favorite book lover this year
12/15/2025
Kathy Pederson and Mia Winter of Dolly's Bookstore share tips on some new books to consider as gifts this holiday season. She addresses a range of choices from books for kids to the latest in novels and interesting non-fiction.
Duration:00:11:32
Gifts to make the outdoor enthusiasts happy this year
12/15/2025
Jack Wolzer of Jans shares thoughts on holiday gifts for those who love to take advantage of the range of outdoor adventures in this area. He discusses the latest trends in ski equipment and clothing. He also highlights what's new in ski accessories.
Duration:00:15:29
A look at the interplay of money and art in England's first playhouse
12/8/2025
Author Daniel Swift takes us back to 16th century London with the story of the first playhouse in England, in his new book "The Dream Factory." It's a story about the interplay between money and art at the theater that featured the work of a young William Shakespeare.
Duration:00:29:59
Beyond the ski lift: Park City day trips with a local pro
12/8/2025
Park City Day Trips turns “What should we do today?” into curated mountain adventures, from Olympic history and scenic chairlifts to hot springs, reservoirs and small‑town gems. Paralympic Athlete and Bobsled Pilot Dave Nicholls, founder of Park City Day Trips, speaks on sightseeing day-of activities where they handle the logistics so visitors can just show up and enjoy the Wasatch Back.
Duration:00:10:03
Tax tips for year-end giving
12/8/2025
Estate Planning Attorney Kristal Bowman-Carter provides tips for tax effective strategies with respect to year-end charitable giving. She discusses donor advised funds and qualified charitable distributions. Then Sarah Ervin, KPCW's development director, discusses the importance of year-end giving to KPCW.
Duration:00:13:00
The wait to Chomp into donuts is over, Park City's newest bake shop is officially open
12/1/2025
Chomp Donuts' Rick Nemeroff and Jeff Mahin return to discuss their grand opening celebration and the bumpy road they took to get here.
Duration:00:20:13
The edge of holistic wellness and biohacking your body
12/1/2025
Your Organic Edge sits at the crossroads of biohacking and soul work, offering guests a space to let go, reset, and genuinely heal.
Duration:00:16:23
Go inside the real business of Christmas trees
12/1/2025
Marsha Gray of the Real Christmas Tree Board takes us into the big business of Christmas trees. She gives a sense of the breadth of the industry and how the trees are produced and distributed annually.
Duration:00:16:28
From Mesopotamia to Silicon Valley: The epic saga of money
11/24/2025
Economist David McWilliams reveals how money isn’t just coins or code — it’s the story of human ambition, trust and turmoil. From ancient clay tablets to the world of digital currency, McWilliams charts the wild journey of wealth, power and promise over centuries. Expect tales of bold inventors, clever fraudsters and surprising connections between personal passions and planetary change.
Duration:00:33:49
No waiting rooms, just wagging tails: The mobile vet revolution
11/24/2025
Mountain Town Veterinary Services is reimagining pet care for Wasatch and Summit County by making house calls cool again. They deliver ten years of clinical know-how and a hometown touch directly to your doorstep. Relax, your furry friends are in the best hands, right from home.
Duration:00:17:00
The economic juggernaut that is the NFL
11/17/2025
Author Ken Belson discusses his new book "Every Day is Sunday," which explores how the National Football League has grown in economic and cultural influence since the early 1990s.
Duration:00:26:09
Victorian dreams and vineyard detours
11/17/2025
Ever wonder what happens when a busy executive takes a wrong turn and winds up planting grapevines instead of spreadsheets? Richard Moran reveals how restoring an old Victorian home led to unexpected adventure and accidental winemaking.
Duration:00:24:35