History Moab: On Air

Author and river historian Roy Webb joins the latest History Hour to weave some incredible stories about the Colorado and Green Rivers. Webb has been researching and studying Colorado and Green River history for 40 years. He works closely with the John Wesley Powell River History Museum and others to...

On the latest History Hour, hear about Chief Posey’s War, the last in a long series of conflicts between the United States and the Ute and Piaute tribes. Host and guide Blaine shares stories and research from Moab, Monticello, Blanding and Bluff at the turn of the 20th century. Never...

Curious about early Moab history? The latest History Hour is jam-packed with tales from early Moab! Guest Stephan Zacharias, History Programs Interpreter with the Moab Museum regales us with stories of postmasters, grape harvests, blue mountains and cowboys. It’s a fascinating episode, one that Moab old timers and newcomers alike...

The latest History Hour tells two stories of early settler history. First, the longest, most arduous pack route in the country…the Old Spanish Trail! And second, the establishment (and eventual failure) of the Elk Mountain Mission in the Moab Valley. Note, all the information and research shared on this episode...

On the latest History Hour, a conversation with the man, the myth, the legend…James Kirkland! Utah has a fascinating paleontological history, and this state paleontologist has been there through the latest twists and turns in local discoveries and fossil protection. Get ready to travel back in time millions of years...

The latest History Hour looks back on the most interesting stories and conversations aired on the program in 2022. From Indigenous history to Bates Wilson and Black settlers, tune in for a reflective episode of The History Hour! Never miss an episode of The History Hour! Find KZMU Public Affairs on Apple...

Delve into the background, art and words of Everett Ruess on the latest History Hour! Mary Langworthy of the Moab Museum is back with tons of information on the young wanderer, who went missing in the Utah desert in the 1930s. Join host Blaine as he learns and asks questions...

William Grandstaff has been one of the biggest mysteries in Moab history for well over 100 years. A Black frontiersman, Grandstaff ran cattle in a canyon that now holds his name. So, where did he come from? Who was he? What happened to him? Guest Mary Langworthy of the Moab...

Welcome back to The History Hour! The latest episode continues our series on local legend Bates Wilson, known as ‘the father of Canyonlands.’ We’ll hear from his friends and family about his integral work and diplomacy that helped create Canyonlands National Park. Plus, thanks to KZMU archival audio we’ll also...

The latest History Hour kicks off a very special series on Bates Wilson! Known as the ‘Father of Canyonlands,’ Wilson was a local dutch oven diplomat and visionary. Hear about Wilson from those who knew him best – his family and friends. Special guests include Wilson children Caroline, Julie and...

Welcome back to The History Hour! Hosts Blaine Reniger and Josh Barlow go hiking around Blanding, Utah with Louis Williams of Ancient Wayves River and Hiking Adventures. The trio hike into canyons to discuss ancestral dwellings and the daily lives of ancient people in the Four Corners region. The History...

Welcome back to the History Hour! Take a trip to Blanding Utah, where guides Blaine Reniger and Josh Barlow continue their conversation with Louis Williams of Ancient Wayves. As a Native outfitter, Williams has ancestral connections to the Four Corners area, and in this latest episode, he discusses subjects of...