Inside Sources with Boyd Matheson

AI Chat Bots and Children: How Utah Lawmakers Want To Prevent Dangerous Interactions Rep. Celeste Maloy Elected As Leader of Congressional Western Caucus Proposal Seeks To End Utah's Version of Common Law Marriage TikTok Finalizes US Deal: What To Know Sundance Rise, Sundance Set 'Mercy' and Underrated Sci-Fi Films

KSL Movie Show Hosts, Andy Farnsworth and Rachel Wagner, join Holly and Greg to talk about the big movie of the week, 'Mercy', and its focus on a man standing trial in front of an AI judge. The hosts share their favorite Sci-Fi films that they think don't get enough credit.

It's the Sundance Film Festival's last dance in Utah! The festival kicked off on Thursday and will move to Boulder, Colorado. Natalia Galicza, Writer for Deseret Magazine, joins the show to explain Sundance's legacy in Utah and what's expected for this year's festival.

The deal is done! TikTok announced that the deal has been finalized to keep it up and running in the United States. KSL NewsRadio Producer Caitlyn Johnston explains new details around the new deal. 

If you live with someone, treat someone as if you are married and other requirements-- you can ask the Utah courts to recognize your relationship as a marriage without a ceremony.. This is Utah's version of "Common law marriage", According to the Utah State Courts. Senator Todd Weiler joins the show to explain what he wants to change about this marriage law.

Utah Rep. Celeste Maloy just stepped into an important leadership role as the leader of the Congressional Western Caucus. Rep. Maloy joins the show to discuss the new role and her goals to address energy, federal land management and water.

There's growing concern around AI and our children's safety.... We've spoken a few times this year about chatbots having inappropriate conversations with minors and how this can impact kids' and teens' wellbeing. Rep. Doug Fiefia joins the show to discuss two bills he's proposing, aimed at regulating how AI chatbots interact with children to protect them from explicit content and keep the bots from encouraging self-harm. 

Literacy and Utah housing affordability were some of the key focuses during Governor Cox's State of the State address last night...But outside of top legislative priorities... Greg and Holly break down there are a few things that really stood out to Greg and Holly about the Governor's speech last night and the Democratic Leadership response.

Second Arrest Made in SLC Funeral Shooting Day 3 of Utah's Legislative Session: Expanding Utah's Courts For Women, With Women: Career Development and Training Opportunities Utah’s Future: Water, Housing, and Education at a Crossroads ICE Memo Says Officers Can Enter Homes Without A Warrant Greenland, NATO, and a Global Ripple '75 Years — You’re Out': The Big Debate Over Mandatory Retirement in Federal Government Android vs iPhone: Lawmaker Wants Android to be Utah's Mobile Operating System

There's a proposal that's gained attention on Utah's Capitol Hill that wants to make Android the state of Utah's mobile operating system. Greg and Holly discuss whether this bill matters or if it may be a waste of time.

“Across all three branches of government, 75 years — you’re out.” That's the pitch from Rahm Emanuel, a prominent Democrat eyeing a desire to run for president in 2028… While this is not a new debate, the debate over age requirements for the President, Congress, Judges and more continues to be a hot topic. Will action ever be taken? Greg and Holly discuss.

After weeks of escalating tensions, President Trump appears to be lowering the temperature in his bid to take over Greenland, announcing a framework for a deal... which could reportedly mirror a long-standing agreement in another part of the world.  

A memo says Immigration enforcement agents have been given the green light to use "administrative warrants" to enter people's homes and search for people they believe are in the country illegally. However, those warrants are not signed by a judge. Greg breaks down the legal concerns.

From our snow‑starved winter and what that means for the Great Salt Lake, to why housing may stay expensive even if interest rates drop, to how we can rethink education to support kids from day one. Jason Brown, President and CEO of Envision Utah, joins for a down‑to‑earth look at what Utahns can expect in the months and years ahead and what needs to be done to address these key issues.

Nicole Carpenter, Director of Programs and Operations, from the Women’s Leadership Institute, shares why developing women leaders matters, how WLI’s programs are growing, and the simple tools that help women understand themselves, gain confidence, and make meaningful impact at work and in their communities.

The proposal to expand Utah's Courts will be put in front of lawmakers today on Capitol Hill. Greg and Holly discuss this and also share what is on the agenda for the rest of the day.

Salt Lake City police have made a second arrest in connection with the deadly shooting that took place in a Rose Park Church parking lot... at the end of a funeral.  Police have now arrested 22-year-old Ezekiel Tai... for investigation of obstructing justice in the investigation. Greg breaks down what we know. 

It's been a shaky morning in Utah!  The United States Geological Survey says a 4.7-magnitude earthquake hit Utah at 7:49. It was just south of Evanston, Wyoming.  Holly and Greg hear from Sandy Mayor Monika Zoltanski, who felt the quake in Sandy. She shares what she knows about any reported damage and discusses what people should know about earthquake preparedness in the area. Listeners call and text in with their experiences. Adam McKean, Utah Geological Survey Geologic Hazards Program Manager, joins the show to break down the details of the earthquake.

Topics we will cover on this episode of KSL's Inside Sources include: Too Much Tech? Exploring Where To Draw The Line With AI and Technology in Classrooms Can Physical Activity Lower Breast Cancer Risk? What New Research Shows The Top Issue Utahns Want Lawmakers To Address: Housing Affordability Police Reveal Threats Made Before Michigan Meetinghouse Attack

It started as a random idea being shared on Tik Tok!  No filters, no production, just an impulsive thought, and the ability to share it on the internet may be bringing in big bucks for one Tik Tok creator. Producer Caitlyn Johnston shares how a Tik Tok user created Dr. Pepper's new jingle that aired during the college football national championship.

We learned last week that the President of UVU, Astrid Tuminez is stepping down at the end of the semester. Holly had the opportunity to talk with her about her time and accomplishments at UVU as she embarks on her next journey. Amid the negative events

Police are now saying that the man who police say attacked a Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints meetinghouse in Michigan reportedly phoned in threats to other churches minutes before the deadly attack in Grand Blanc. Greg and Holly discuss the latest details.

As President Trump mounts his campaign to control the Federal Reserve, the U.S. Supreme Court today is considering the scope of a major check on his ability to remove a member of the Fed for any reason.  The landmark case pits Trump against Fed governor Lisa Cook, a Democratic appointee, whom the president attempted to fire for cause in August, he said, after members of his administration raised unproven allegations of mortgage fraud prior to her taking office. She denies the claims. Kelsey Dallas, Managing Editor of SCOTUSblog joins the show with the latest details.

A New Poll featured in the Deseret News shows that housing affordability dominates as the top issue Utah's want lawmakers to take action on.  Brigham Tomco, Reporter with the Deseret News, joins the show with the latest. Holly and Greg discuss some bills being considered to address housing in Utah.

Breast cancer is being diagnosed in younger women more than in the past. There is new research that explores how physical activity may lower future breast cancer risk for girls. Adult women who are highly engaged in recreational physical activity have a roughly 20% reduction in breast cancer risk compared to less active women, according to reporting in the Deseret News. Lois Collins, with the Deseret News joins the show to explain the details.

Sen. Mike Lee has advocated for the public execution of the man accused,  but has not yet had a trial, in a fatal shooting of Charlie Kirk. Greg and Holly discuss.

Utah Chief Justice Matthew Durrant addressed the Utah Legislature with the State of The Judiciary. During his speech, the Chief Justice addressed legislative tensions in his State of the Judiciary address. Greg and Holly discuss what was brought up.

From notebooks to laptops and tablets, to AI being the new tutor for students (whether it's approved or not), have we lost control of technology use in classrooms? Rep. Ariel Defay joins the show to explain the legislation she's proposed to regulate how much technology is used in classrooms.

It's day 2 of Utah's Legislative Session! Holly breaks down the top of mind issues on Capitol Hill today including budget cuts and cell phones in school.

Jesse Keller Taggart is accused of shooting Ken Dudley during a protest in 2020. Taggart faces attempted aggravated murder and assault charges. The defense had previously filed to dismiss the case, saying police had failed to collect complete evidence, but that motion was dismissed. The trial began this morning with jury selection. Greg breaks down what's happening.

Expanding Utah Courts: A Conversation with Senator Chris Wilson Governor Spencer Cox Shares 2026 Legislative Priorities The Push to Limit Polygraph Use in Sexual Offense Cases Rethinking Tech in Utah Classrooms Addressing Homelessness in Utah: Policy, Pressure, and Possibility Bringing More Security to Public College Events Regulating Open Carry at Large Public Gatherings Holly and Greg's Take On The First Day of Utah's Legislative Session

Greg and Holly share their top takeaways from today's kickoff of the Utah's 2026 Legislative Session.

Rep. Verona Mauga joins the show live to explain her proposal to prohibit the open carry of a firearm at large public gatherings and how the shooting at the No Kings Rally in SLC , that left one person dead, motivated this legislation.

The killing of Charlie Kirk at Utah Valley University last year has shaken the state of Utah. Questions have sparked about how much security should be required at public speaking events at College Universities. Senator Kathleen Riebe has a proposal on Capitol Hill to address this concern. She joins the show live to explain.

The issue of homelessness has been boiling up in Utah and with plans for a large homeless campus in SLC, where do things go from here?  Rep. Tyler Clancy and Interim State Homeless Coordinator Nick Coleman, join the show to discuss how issues around the cost of living  and homelessness hope to be addressed during this year's legislative session.

Greg and Holly go in-depth on ways lawmakers are working to address the issue of tech in classrooms and its impact on students. Senator Lincoln Fillmore and Rep. Doug Welton join the show to discuss proposals for a bell-to-bell phone ban, reducing screen time and additional technology use in classrooms, and ways they hope to address chronic absenteeism in Utah.

Rep. Angela Romero joins the show to discuss Utah House Minority Priorities and her proposed legislation that would limit the use of a polygraph test on a victim of a sexual offense.

As we kick off the first day of Utah's 2026 Legislative Session, Governor Spencer Cox joins Greg and Holly live to discuss what he's mainly focused on for Utah's 2026 Legislative Session.

Senator Chris Wilson joins the show to discuss his legislation to expand the Utah Supreme Court and increase the number of Utah Court of Appeals judges.

House Speaker Mike Shultz joins Greg and Holly to kick off the first day of Utah's 2026 Legislative Session. Speaker Shultz lays out his priorities for the session and how they are working to make Utah more family-friendly.

ICE Facility coming to SLC?  The Intersection of Religion and Sexism and how it shapes women's health  Mental Health and $1.50 Hot Dogs  Laying down the law with Judge Shauna Graves-Robertson Disparate Mortality Rates among Black Mothers  ...and more!

  Holly and Greg are joined by Dr. Richard Ferguson, President of the Black Physicians of Utah, to discuss the healthcare of black women in America and what leads to vastly more grave statistics for black mothers over white mothers.