There’s been an uproar about Salt Lake City’s proposal to ban middle-of-the-night drinking at after-hours parties. But could a ‘night mayor’ have smoothed this over? Host Ali Vallarta asks Lutz Leichsenring of VibeLab why cities need a "night advocate" and what's behind creating a vibrant nightlife.

This episode first aired April 16, 2025.

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Does SLC Need a 'Night Mayor'?