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Boyd Matheson brings a one-of-a-kind insider perspective to Utah and national politics. Boyd is the former chief-of-staff to Senator Mike Lee, former head of the conservative Sutherland Institute and is current Opinion Editor at the Deseret News.

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    Inside Sources Full Show September 12th, 2025: UVU Employees return to campus for the first time since Charlie Kirk shooting

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 15, 2025 119:59


    Topics we will cover in this episode of Inside Sources: Tyler Robinson, alleged suspect in death of Charlie Kirk, held in special unit at Utah County jail Experts warn "The Blame Game" may lead to further violence Is the killing of Charlie Kirk a turning point for the US? Two Magna men arrested after explosives found below media vehicle Tornado destroys San Juan county homes

    The danger of a single story

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 15, 2025 9:38


    Greg and Holly discuss the impactful speech by orator Chimamanda Ngozi Adichie on how portrayal in more than one light is a very important thing when considering a story.

    Tornado destroys San Juan county homes

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 15, 2025 10:33


    Greg and Holly talk to NWS Warning Coordinator Meteorologist Scott Rozanski about the tornado that touched down in southern Utah and destroyed three homes.

    Fox News Host Brian Kilmeade Faces Backlash Over 'Involuntary Lethal Injection' Comment Suggesting Execution of Mentally Ill Homeless Individuals

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 15, 2025 10:52


    Fox News Channel host Brian Kilmeade recently made comments advocating for the execution of mentally ill people experiencing homelessness... he has since apologized. Greg and Holly discuss the comments.

    Two Magna men arrested after explosives found below media vehicle

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 15, 2025 10:53


    Two men from Magna have been arrested after officers found an explosive device under a news media truck in Salt Lake City.  Greg and Holly discuss how this is raising questions around attacks on the media in the public.

    Many workers lose jobs after comments surrounding Charlie Kirk's death

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 15, 2025 10:38


    In the wake of the murder of Charlie Kirk, many people are finding themselves without jobs over comments made about the killing. Greg and Holly discuss what this means for people everywhere and where exactly it falls on "freedom of speech"

    Congress reacts to the death of Charlie Kirk

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 15, 2025 10:38


    Cami Mondeaux Congressional Correspondent with the The Deseret News joins the show to talk about how the death has been handled within the chambers of the US government. Greg and Holly talk about how this shooting has received different attention from others and what this means for America.

    Is the killing of Charlie Kirk a turning point for the US?

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 15, 2025 10:30


    Deseret News Opinion Editor Jay Evensen joins Holly and Greg to discuss what may come next for the state of Utah and the country, and how healthy dialogue can get us there. Evensen discusses some cues we can take from historical tragedies to help including how Americans moved forward from assassinations in the 1960s.

    The toolkit for peace: how communities heal after tragedy

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 15, 2025 9:53


    Emma Adam from Mormon Women For Ethical Government joins the show to talk about bringing humanity to political discussions in the United States. Holly and Greg discuss the best practices to keep humanity and kindness even in difference of values.

    Tyler Robinson, alleged suspect in death of Charlie Kirk, held in special unit at Utah County jail

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 15, 2025 10:46


    Tyler Robinson, the alleged suspect in the death of Charlie Kirk, is being held in a special unit at the Utah County jail. Formal charges are expected Tuesday. Governor Cox told NBC's Meet the Press where authorities are in investigating the alleged shooter. Holly and Greg discuss how press coverage and comments from officials may affect Robinson's prosecution.

    Experts warn "The Blame Game" may lead to further violence

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 15, 2025 10:36


    Greg and Holly discuss the effects of rampant blame coming from both sides of the political aisle. While public figures try to place blame on a group or groups of people, Governor Cox says the only person to blame for the shooting is the shooter.

    UVU Employees return to campus for the first time since Charlie Kirk shooting

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 15, 2025 9:40


    Greg and Holly talk to KSL NewsRadio's Adam Small, live from UVU, about the solemn atmosphere just days after the shooting of political influencer Charlie Kirk. They also discuss resources made available to those affected by the shootings.

    Inside Sources Full Show September 12th, 2025: 22-year-old Tyler Robinson identified as suspected shooter of Charlie Kirk

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 12, 2025 100:25


    Topics we will cover in this episode of Inside Sources: 22-year-old Tyler Robinson identified as suspected shooter of Charlie Kirk Radicalized: How Young Minds Turn to Violent Extremism Neighbor of Suspected Charlie Kirk Shooter Speaks Out Escaping Negativity Through Movies + The Big Movie of the week!

    Escaping Negativity Through Movies + The Big Movie of the week!

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 12, 2025 10:57


    Holly and Greg check in with the KSL Movie Show Hosts Andy Farnsworth and Rachel Wagner about the big movie of the week and how movies can be a mental escape from much of the negativity in today's world.

    22-year-old Tyler Robinson identified as suspected shooter of Charlie Kirk

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 12, 2025 63:02


    Governor Spencer Cox says the man suspected of shooting and killing political activist Charlie Kirk is in the Utah County Jail. The suspect has been identified as 22 year old Tyler Robinson. Robinson was not a UVU student, but Dixie Technical College has confirmed he is a student in their electrical apprenticeship program. Greg and Holly discuss the latest developments and hear analysis from Attorney General Derek Brown as well as Chris Bertram, Retired deputy chief of police.

    Neighbor of Suspected Charlie Kirk Shooter Speaks Out

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 12, 2025 8:37


    Kristin Schwiermann, lives 3 doors down from 22 year old Tyler Robinson, who is now in custody, suspected of shooting and killing Political Activist Charlie Kirk. Greg and Holly break down what she shared with KSL about Robinson.

    Radicalized: How Young Minds Turn to Violent Extremism

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 12, 2025 18:45


    The man suspected of shooting and killing political activist Charlie Kirk, has been identified as 22 year old Tyler Robinson. Greg and Holly hear from Dr. Hans Watson, owner of dynamic psychiatry, the mentality that leads to somebody being an active shooter and the 4 step process that can lead someone, specifically youth, to become radicalized.

    Inside Sources Full Show September 11th, 2025: The Murder of Charlie Kirk: Inside the manhunt, murder and search for political civility

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 11, 2025 118:12


      Political Activist Charlie Kirk was shot and killed during an event at Utah Valley University Wednesday. Greg and Holly take a chilling look into the murder and the ongoing manhunt for his killer.   The hosts get the latest details on the investigation from KSL NewsRadio's Adam Small live from UVU.   Chris Bertram, Former Unified deputy police chief analyzes the latest information provided by law enforcement and what may be happening behind the scenes of the search. Bertram also shares insight into security details at college events and how the event at UVU was set up.    Brigham Tomco with the Deseret News spoke with Charlie Kirk just a few weeks ago. Brigham shares more insight into who Charlie Kirk was and what he took away from the conversation with him.   Holly and Greg dig into deeper questions about violence, division and the future of civil discourse in Utah with Tami Pyfer, Chief External Relations Officer and co-creator Dignity Index.   Former Utah Lawmaker, Phil Lyman joins the show to discuss his interaction with Charlie Kirk at UVU moments before his life was taken.    Deseret News reporter Eva Terry shares her experience as a witness to Charlie Kirk being shot at UVU on Wednesday.   Moving through trauma amid Charlie Kirk killing Thousands witnessed it—some in person, many more online. Greg and Holly are joined by Licensed Psychologist Tom Golightly to discuss how we can move through this trauma and ways we can help our kids process the shocking act of violence that took the life of Charlie Kirk... right here in Utah.   Returning to civility in politics Becky Edwards, Former Utah Legislator and founder of Governing Group joins the show to highlight how she's seen the political landscape change in Utah and if there is a way we can return to civility in politics   24 years since 9/11 Amid all of the discussion on the investigation of the killing of Charlie Kirk... it's important to note that today it has been 24 years since the tragedy of 9/11. Greg and Holly are joined by KSL NewsRadio's own Jeff Caplan who was in New York, the day the twin towers fell. Jeff recounts the day and shares insight on the process of moving forward through tragedy.

    24 years since 9/11

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 11, 2025 10:28


    Amid all of the discussion on the investigation of the killing of Charlie Kirk... it's important to note that today it has been 24 years since the tragedy of 9/11. Greg and Holly are joined by KSL NewsRadio's own Jeff Caplan who was in New York, the day the twin towers fell. Jeff recounts the day and shares insight on the process of moving forward through tragedy.

    Returning to civility in politics

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 11, 2025 10:23


    Becky Edwards, Former Utah Legislator and founder of Governing Group joins the show to highlight how she's seen the political landscape change in Utah and if there is a way we can return to civility in politics

    Processing trauma amid Charlie Kirk killing

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 11, 2025 10:50


      Thousands witnessed it—some in person, many more online. Greg and Holly are joined by Licensed Psychologist Tom Golightly to discuss how we can move through this trauma and ways we can help our kids process the shocking act of violence that took the life of Charlie Kirk... right here in Utah.

    Firsthand Account: Deseret News Reporter Eva Terry Witnesses Shooting of Charlie Kirk

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 11, 2025 9:22


    Deseret News reporter Eva Terry shares her experience as a witness to Charlie Kirk being shot at UVU on Wednesday.

    Phil Lyman shares interaction with Charlie Kirk moments before shooting

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 11, 2025 10:50


    Former Utah Lawmaker, Phil Lyman joins the show to discuss his interaction with Charlie Kirk at UVU moments before his life was taken.

    Civility crisis: Holly and Greg explore political violence and the future of discourse

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 11, 2025 9:00


    Inside the Manhunt for Charlie Kirk's killer: Law Enforcement Insights with Chris Bertram

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 11, 2025 9:31


     Chris Bertram, Former Unified deputy police chief analyzes the latest information provided by law enforcement and what may be happening behind the scenes of the search for the person who shot Charlie Kirk. 

    College Security & Crisis Response: Analysis of the UVU Charlie Kirk event

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 11, 2025 10:47


    Chris Bertram, Former Unified deputy police chief shares insight into security details at college events and how the event at UVU, where Charlie Kirk was killed, may have been set up. 

    Bridging the Political Divide: Civil Discourse & the Dignity Index

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 11, 2025 11:55


    Holly and Greg dig into deeper questions about violence, division and the future of civil discourse in Utah with Tami Pyfer, Chief External Relations Officer and co-creator Dignity Index.

    Who was Charlie Kirk? A Journalist's Take with Brigham Tomco

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 11, 2025 10:06


    Brigham Tomco with the Deseret News spoke with Charlie Kirks just a few weeks ago. Brigham shares more insight into who Charlie Kirk was and what he took away from the recent conversation with him.

    Manhunt continues in the search for Charlie Kirk shooter

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 11, 2025 10:54


    The hosts get the latest details on the investigation from KSL NewsRadio's Adam Small live from UVU.

    The Murder of Charlie Kirk

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 11, 2025 9:28


    Political Activist Charlie Kirk was shot and killed during an event at Utah Valley University Wednesday. Greg and Holly take a chilling look into the murder and the ongoing manhunt for his killer and discuss their initial reactions to begin the show. 

    Inside Sources Full Show September 10th, 2025

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 11, 2025 111:15


    Inside Sources Full Show September 10th, 2025 Topics discussed:  9:05 - The Utah Supreme Court says they will review the Legislature's request to pause redistricting ruling   9:20 - Russia sends drones into Poland, a NATO country   9:35 - Nation's report card shows 'sobering results' The Nation’s Report Card is out and it's giving ‘Sobering results’ for U.S. students entering and exiting high school. Darin Nielson - Assistant Superintendent of Student Assessment and Accountability with the State Board of Education joins the show to discuss what is happening in Utah with reading and math scores.   9:50 - Nepal reverses social media ban after deadly nationwide protests Nepal has reversed it's social media ban after nationwide "Gen Z" protests that were sparked by the decision... turned deadly. The protests ended with nearly two dozen deaths-- and the resignation of Nepal's Prime Minister.   10:05 - How scammers are targeting students KSL investigative Reporter Matt Gephart shares details into how students are being scammed and tips for prevention.   10:20 - Melinda French Gates invests $100 million to accelerate women's health research Philanthropist Melinda French Gates is stepping in with a bold move—a $100 million investment aimed at accelerating women's health research.   10:35 - Safe firearm storage and suicide prevention Today is world suicide prevention day..  Suicide is the leading cause of death for youth in Utah and the safe storage of a firearm might provide enough of a deterrent for a youth, contemplating suicide. Rep. Steve Eliason joins the show to discuss safe storage of firearms and how it could make a difference in saving lives as well as the continued effort for mental health resources in Utah.   10:50 - US home prices dropping, just not in Utah Utah's housing prices just won't budge!  The housing market in Utah has cooled slightly... but prices haven't. Greg and Holly discuss why Utah's home prices continue to hold strong.   11:05 - The origin of @BasedMikeLee One of Utah's elected officials has a very active, very public online persona. We're talking about senator Mike Lee and the saga that is his x account @basedmikelee.   11:20 - The Interior Department is proposing a rollback of a major conservation rule, and it could reshape how America's public lands are used and managed. From ranchers to recreation lovers to energy developers, everyone’s got a stake. Greg and Holly explain what’s going on, and speak with Steve Bloch, Legal Director Southern Utah Wilderness Alliance about the opposition of this proposed rule rollback.   11:35 - Utah women accused of luring husband to his death, sentenced She said she wanted to reconcile—but it was a trap. A Utah woman who admitted she lured her estranged husband across state lines to his murder in American Fork... will likely spend the rest of her life in prison, and could be joined by family members. Greg and Holly discuss.   11:50 - Music vs motion sickness: The best tunes for your tummy New research reveals how certain types of music can help fight motion sickness while driving in a car. Greg and Holly discuss.

    The Utah Supreme Court says they will review the Legislature's request to pause redistricting ruling

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 10, 2025 8:37


    The Utah Supreme Court says they will review the Legislature's request to pause redistricting ruling

    Russia sends drones into Poland, a NATO country

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 10, 2025 10:40


    Russia sends drones into Poland, a NATO country

    Nepal reverses social media ban after deadly nationwide protests

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 10, 2025 10:11


    Nepal has reversed it's social media ban after nationwide "Gen Z" protests that were sparked by the decision... turned deadly. The protests ended with nearly two dozen deaths-- and the resignation of Nepal's Prime Minister.

    How scammers are targeting students

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 10, 2025 9:37


    KSL investigative Reporter Matt Gephart shares details into how students are being scammed and tips for prevention.

    Melinda French Gates invests $100 million to accelerate women's health research

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 10, 2025 10:29


    Philanthropist Melinda French Gates is stepping in with a bold move—a $100 million investment aimed at accelerating women's health research.

    Safe firearm storage and suicide prevention

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 10, 2025 9:44


    Today is world suicide prevention day..  Suicide is the leading cause of death for youth in Utah and the safe storage of a firearm might provide enough of a deterrent for a youth, contemplating suicide. Rep. Steve Eliason joins the show to discuss safe storage of firearms and how it could make a difference in saving lives as well as the continued effort for mental health resources in Utah.

    US home prices dropping, just not in Utah

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 10, 2025 10:40


    Utah's housing prices just won't budge!  The housing market in Utah has cooled slightly... but prices haven't. Greg and Holly discuss why Utah's home prices continue to hold strong.

    The origin of @BasedMikeLee

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 10, 2025 9:42


    One of Utah's elected officials has a very active, very public online persona. We're talking about senator Mike Lee and the saga that is his x account @basedmikelee.

    Nation's report card shows 'sobering results' 

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 10, 2025 10:20


    The Nation’s Report Card is out and it's giving ‘Sobering results’ for U.S. students entering and exiting high school. Darin Nielson - Assistant Superintendent of Student Assessment and Accountability with the State Board of Education joins the show to discuss what is happening in Utah with reading and math scores.    

    The Interior Department is proposing a rollback of a major conservation rule

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 10, 2025 11:32


    The Interior Department is proposing a rollback of a major conservation rule, and it could reshape how America's public lands are used and managed. From ranchers to recreation lovers to energy developers, everyone’s got a stake. Greg and Holly explain what’s going on, and speak with Steve Bloch, Legal Director Southern Utah Wilderness Alliance about the opposition of this proposed rule rollback.

    Utah women accused of luring husband to his death, sentenced

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 10, 2025 9:52


    She said she wanted to reconcile—but it was a trap. A Utah woman who admitted she lured her estranged husband across state lines to his murder in American Fork... will likely spend the rest of her life in prison, and could be joined by family members. Greg and Holly discuss.

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