Fireside Dances, Ancient Ruins, and the Beauty of Hózhó (Balance): Native Connections

Utah: Life Elevated

Maiku. Yá'át'ééh. And hello!

You can't really know a place without hearing from the people who have always been there. Utah is the sacred and ancestral home of eight different tribal nations, including the Paiute, Navajo (Diné), Shoshone, Goshute, and more. And today, we're learning as much about their histories and cultures as we can.

Join us as we listen to Southern Paiute music under the stars, see a traditional Diné fireside dance, sample fry bread with a unique twist, step inside a traditional hogan in Monument Valley, and learn about what being Native American means in 2024.

Thank you to everyone who featured in this episode:

-Daniel Bullets of the Southern Paiute Tribe

-The Adventure Tour Company of Kanab

-Louis Williams of Ancient Wayves Tours in Bears Ears National Monument

-Harold Simpson and Cody of Simpson's Trailhandler Tours, as well as Marilyn, all of Monument Valley Navajo Tribal Park

-David Libbert of Black Sheep Cafe in Provo

-Larry Holliday of Goulding's Lodge

PLAN YOUR UTAH TRIP

If you want to learn more about experiencing the sights and attractions featured in this episode, go to VisitUtah.com or follow along on social media @VisitUtah. International listeners can also book this itinerary directly as a package, with lots of other bonus experiences too -- just visit AmericanSky.co.uk/Utah-Holidays or learn more about all the incredible destinations around the state at VisitTheUSA.com or on social media @VisitTheUSA.

CREDITS

This show was produced by Armchair Productions, the audio experts for the travel industry. Brian Thacker managed pre-production. Jenny Allison was the in-field producer and wrote the episode. Jason Paton did the recording, mix and sound design. Aaron Millar hosted and served as executive producer.