What Once Was: Forgotten History of Southern Utah
From ghost towns swallowed by sagebrush to outlaw shootouts, dam failures, pioneer tragedies, and frontier legends — Southern Utah is filled with stories you won’t find in the history books.
What Once Was is a cinematic history podcast that uncovers the lost towns, people, and mysteries of Utah’s past. Each episode blends immersive storytelling, soundscapes, and original research from old newspapers, family records, and pioneer journals.
Whether you’re a Utah local, a descendant of pioneers, or a traveler fascinated by ghost towns and Old West history, this podcast brings the forgotten corners of the frontier back to life.
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Thursday Jul 24, 2025
Thursday Jul 24, 2025
Beneath the blistering sun of Southern Utah lies a forgotten stagecoach station where fact and folklore blur—Desert Springs. Once an infamous outpost, now nothing remains, but whispers on the wind.
In this episode of What Once Was, we explore the chilling legends passed down through generations—stories of murders, outlaw gangs, and the mysterious lives of those who lived here.
Through immersive soundscapes and historical storytelling, we peel back the layers of time to uncover what truth may still linger in the dust. This is history that will make you say WOW.
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The stories I share are based on old records, newspapers, local legends, and oral histories. While I do my best to tell them truthfully, some details may be lost to time.
Please remember—many of the places we mention are on private land. Don’t trespass or go exploring without permission. Let’s keep history alive without disturbing what’s left of it.
Intro music is "A Calm Hellfire" by the Wayward Hearts
Saturday Jul 12, 2025
Saturday Jul 12, 2025
Discover the forgotten history of Southern Utah — from ghost towns and outlaw shootouts to murders and pioneer grit. What Once Was brings the past to life with immersive sound and vivid storytelling. New episodes launch July 24. Subscribe now and join the journey.