Podcasts about Deseret News

In an era of increasing tensions, many people of different religious backgrounds recently came together... to find a way forward. Doug Wilks, Executive Editor of the Deseret News joins the show with more insight.

A new poll in the Deseret News shows Governor Cox is seeing a boost in approval. Brigham Tomco with the Deseret News discusses what the polling shows in behind this boost where both democrats and republicans fall with their approval of Utah Governor Spencer Cox.

Both chambers of congress will be up for grabs next fall and while the midterms may feel far away, both parties are already strategizing how to get ahead of their opponents. Deseret News, Congressional Correspondent, Cami Mondeux joins the show with analysis.

Ben Criddle talks BYU sports every weekday from 2 to 6 pm.Today's Co-Hosts: Ben Criddle (@criddlebenjamin)Subscribe to the Cougar Sports with Ben Criddle podcast:Apple Podcasts: https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/cougar-sports-with-ben-criddle/id99676

The Utah Jazz writer for the Deseret News on the NBA Finals so far, Should Haliburton play on his hurt hammy (?), Can the Jazz get as much for one of their players as Memphis got for Bane (?) + more

We have always looked to strong and courageous leaders who will not backdown from their opinions as the epitome of leadership. But in a new article from the Deseret News, we may be rethinking this. We speak to Jeff Flake, served as U.S. ambassador to Turkey and as a U.S. senator from Arizona from 2013 to 2019 and is currently the Chair for the World Trade Center Utah about the usefulness of "Soft Power" and how it can lead to some de-escalation in the current political climate.

The Deseret News celebrated its 175th anniversary this week. Greg and Holly discuss some of the biggest stories that have been covered over the past 175 years. Sarah Weaver, Editor for the Deseret News joins the show to discuss the importance of having a trustworthy news outlet.

Jay Evensen, Opinion Editor for the Deseret News, joins Holly and Greg to give more insight into the political jigsaw puzzle in Bangladesh.  

Innocent bystander killed after shots fired at 'No Kings' protest in SLC Minnesota lawmaker and spouse dead after shooting Deseret News 175 years Salt Lake County Mayor Jenny Wilson on recent violence Food for thought: The increase of grocery prices  Why peace and opportunity in Bangladesh matter to the United States Conflicts continue between Israel and Iran + Holly's facts of the day

The Rod and Greg Show Daily Rundown – Friday, June 13, 20254:20 pm: Ingrid Jacques, a Columnist with USA Today, joins the show to discuss her recent piece about how the Los Angeles riots make her and other Americans glad that Donald Trump is President.4:38 pm: Paul Gottfried, Editor of Chronicles Magazine and an American political philosopher, joins the show for a conversation about his piece for The Blaze on how Trump isn't a threat to democracy – but to the ruling class.5:05 pm: Brad Wilcox, a Fellow at the Institute for Family Studies and a Sociology Professor at the University of Virginia, joins Rod and Greg for a conversation about his recent Deseret News piece about why fathers matter.6:05 pm: Amber Todoroff, Deputy Editor of Open the Books, joins the program for a conversation about their new report that shows California has pumped tens of millions of dollars into non-government organizations that track ICE and fight deportation.6:20 pm: Devin Hartman, Director of Energy and Environmental Policy for the R Street Institute, joins the show for a conversation about his piece in which he writes about the importance of DOGE in returning America to energy dominance.6:38 pm: We'll listen back to Rod and Greg's conversations this week with Kurt Schlichter of Townhall.com on California Governor Gavin Newsom's response to the riots in Los Angeles, and (at 6:50 pm) with John Daniel Davidson of The Federalist on how Mexico is also complicit in the L.A. riots.

  Jay Evensen, opinion editor for the Deseret News, joins Holly and Greg to discuss some of the new tactics being employed by the military in Ukraine and how the technology is changing the way wars are fought. 

  Kelsey Dallas, Reporter for the Deseret News, joins Greg and Holly to walk through the current case of birthright citizenship in front of the Supreme Court and what could come from the ruling.  

President Donald Trump's Big Beautiful Bill has hit a major roadblock in trying to pass in the house. House conservatives are pushing for big changes in the bill before will consider voting for it. Cami Mondeux, Congressional Correspondent with the Deseret News, joins the show to discuss the changes they are pushing for as well as where the administration is willing to budge.

According to the "2025 Kids Count Data Book", Utah ranks number four in child well-being. But this comes with some major caveats. Lois Collins with the Deseret News shares where Utah is thriving as well as areas that need to be improved in the state.   

A new tool developed by the University of St. Andrews is identifying toxic pigments in books to create the light green on book covers. Lois Collins with the Deseret News joins us to discuss this development in technology and the history of how arsenic and copper made its way into book covers.  

Ben Criddle talks BYU sports every weekday from 2 to 6 pm.Today's Co-Hosts: Ben Criddle (@criddlebenjamin)Subscribe to the Cougar Sports with Ben Criddle podcast:Apple Podcasts: https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/cougar-sports-with-ben-criddle/id99676

Opinion Editor of the Deseret News, Jay Evensen traveled to Bangladesh where he explored the price of freedom... he joins Greg and Holly in studio to break down what he learned.

Ben Criddle talks BYU sports every weekday from 2 to 6 pm.Today's Co-Hosts: Ben Criddle (@criddlebenjamin)Subscribe to the Cougar Sports with Ben Criddle podcast:Apple Podcasts: https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/cougar-sports-with-ben-criddle/id99676

Deseret News and Utah Mammoth Insider Brogan Houston joins the show to discuss the Stanley Cup Finals between the Edmonton Oilers and Florida Panthers, the prospects the Utah Mammoth signed, and how much of an impact they will have next season, Utah locals in the NHL and how can Utah produce these players, and more!

OC talks Utah Football as kickoff is 87 days away, talking Vegas odds in the BIG12 and who wins the conference, talks Stanley Cup finals, and Utah Mammoth with Brogan Houston of the Deseret News, talks NBA Finals, Tom Thibodeau being fired by the Knicks, Jordan Ott hired as the Phoenix Suns Head Coach, NBA Draft and what the Jazz will do with NBA Draft Consultant Rafael Barlowe, and more! 

Ben Criddle talks BYU sports every weekday from 2 to 6 pm.Today's Co-Hosts: Ben Criddle (@criddlebenjamin)Subscribe to the Cougar Sports with Ben Criddle podcast:Apple Podcasts: https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/cougar-sports-with-ben-criddle/id99676

If you drink your sugar… like in fruit juice, there is new information that BYU researchers found about what it does to your body. Lois Collins with the Deseret News shares more of the details.  

Carolina Allen shares the op-ed she wrote for the Deseret News, Published May 10, 2025. https://www.deseret.com/opinion/2025/05/10/what-is-maternal-feminism/ including some parts that were not included in the published article.   “Creating life is not only about giving birth, however miraculous that truly is. And when we say ‘maternal,' we are not only referring to women with children. We're also speaking of a maternal way of being — a capacity to see and fill needs, to nurture, and to lead with fierce compassion. This includes women who mother communities, mentor youth, and tend to their neighbors — all intentional women who shape our culture for the better.”   “When we lift mothers, we fortify the foundation of society itself, recognizing that nurturing the next generation is not just a personal role but a sacred, collective calling.”   “More than 500 million women and girls today suffer from period poverty because of the natural rhythms of their uniquely female bodies. Daughters are perceived as intrinsically inferior to sons and denied basic educational opportunities. Many are excluded from participation not only in public life, but are also found voiceless within the family context.”   “At the same time, the commodification of female bodies persists with seven out of 10 victims of sex trafficking being women and girls. The Women's Stats Project, which tracks over 350 variables related to women's lives, confirms a powerful truth. The security and behavior of places we live are directly linked to the situation and safety of women within them. These are not peripheral issues. Recognizing biological realities is key to creating real solutions. Solutions that uplift women and in turn strengthen entire societies.”   “This vision of feminism honors our differences without division; it honors our embodied reality as women, and embraces the spiritual depth that so often grounds our lives. No one is required to choose between public influence and private nurture. Rather, we can remain rooted in the belief that the home is the foundation of every society, and healing the world begins right there, around dinner tables and bedside prayers.”   Join with Big Ocean Women - the world's leading Maternal Feminist movement! www.bigoceanwomen.org Start or join a WAVE. Subscribe to our newsletter! Carolina Allen is the founder and leader of Big Ocean Women, the international maternal feminist organization representing perspectives of faith, family, and motherhood throughout civil society. Carolina holds a B.A. in philosophy from the University of Utah with an emphasis in cultural religions and philosophy of science. Her inspirational and philosophical work has been presented at various international U.N. conferences. She is a native of Brazil, and a fluent trilingual. She and her husband Kawika are parents to 7 children. She is an avid soccer fan and had a brief career as a semi-professional player.

The Democratic National Committee Chair, Ken Martin, came to the state of Utah and according to the Deseret News, believes the national party should be investing in places like Utah to move the needle. Holly Richardson, Editor at Utah Policy and new host of Inside Sources on KSL NewsRadio shares her perspective on the visit. Senator Nate Blouin joins the show to discuss the direction the democratic party needs to go in Utah. Talin Hansen, Municipal Director of the Utah Democratic Party, met with the DNC Chair and brings insight from the meeting.

It was 1998 Reverend Mike Turner set out alone into the wild beauty of Wyoming's Wind River Range. He had his gear, his journal, and his loyal dog Andy by his side. This hike was a final challenge to close out a well deserved sabbatical, but just four days into his hike, something went terribly wrong.Support us on Patreon for as little as $1 a month, with benefits starting at the $3 tier!Follow us on Instagram at offthetrailspodcastFollow us on Facebook at Off the Trails PodcastIf you have your own outdoor misadventure (or adventure) story that you'd like us to include in a listener episode, send it to us at offthetrailspodcast@gmail.com  Please take a moment to rate and review our show, and a big thanks if you already have!Episode Sources:Pinedale Online, BackPacker, Medium, Deseret News, Idaho Press, YouTube**We do our own research and try our best to cross-reference reliable sources to present the most accurate information we can. Please reach out to us if you believe we have mispresented any information during this episode, and we will be happy to correct ourselves in a future episode.

Jay Evenson, Opinion Editor of the Deseret News poses the question in his latest opinion piece: Does the Jury System work? Jay brings us his perspective as a former juror. Listeners call in to explain their experiences with jury duty.

President Trump and Health and Human Services Secretary Robert F Kennedy Junior revealed their Make America Health Again Commission report. Lois Collins, with the Deseret News, walks through key details of the report.

Jay Evensen says it's time for America to make some REAL cuts to the federal budget, Deb asks Jay Evensen, Opinion Editor with the Deseret News to give his best budget pitch and share insight from his latest opinion piece on the impact of President Trump's proposed budget bill.  

Ben Criddle talks BYU sports every weekday from 2 to 6 pm.Today's Co-Hosts: Ben Criddle (@criddlebenjamin)Subscribe to the Cougar Sports with Ben Criddle podcast:Apple Podcasts: https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/cougar-sports-with-ben-criddle/id99676

Em 2005, cinco amigos entraram na perigosa Caverna de Gollum, em Utah — um labirinto estreito, alagado e sem ventilação. Apenas um deles voltou. Neste episódio, contamos a história real da tragédia que terminou em quatro mortes, revelamos os detalhes do local conhecido como “Caverna da Morte” e por que, mesmo com tantos riscos, ele continua atraindo exploradores em busca de adrenalina.Instagram: @erikamirandas e @casosreaisoficial

The Utah Mammoth Insider for the Deseret News on the offseason for Utah, The new name, Mammoth players in the Hockey World Championships, Stanley Cup Playoffs + more

What was once confined to Vegas is now branching out into our daily lives and is becoming a problem. We invite Jay Evensen, Opinion Editor of the Deseret News, to discuss his article on gambling and how the U.S got into this public health crisis.

Ben Criddle talks BYU sports every weekday from 2 to 6 pm.Today's Co-Hosts: Ben Criddle (@criddlebenjamin)Subscribe to the Cougar Sports with Ben Criddle podcast:Apple Podcasts: https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/cougar-sports-with-ben-criddle/id99676

The Trump Administration has worked out a trade deal with the UK. Dave and Debbie listen to live coverage from the Trump Administration on the announcement. Robert Spendlove, Senior Economist for Zions Bank, and Jay Evensen Opinion Editor at the Deseret News share insight about this trade deal, what it does for the US and what is on the line with other deals including China.

Robert Prevost of the United States has been named Pope Leo XIV. Kelsey Dallas with the Deseret News joins the show to discuss the significance of this new selection. Father Martin Diaz Paster of Cathedral of the Madeleine in Salt Lake City joins with live reaction.

On this "What's Your Favorite Fandom?" episode of Fan Effect, Chris Graham of "Games & Things" returns to talk all things Tolkien. While J.R.R. Tolkien's works "The Hobbit" and "The Lord of the Rings" always seemed to be a part of Producer KellieAnn's life (even her childhood dog was named after a character), Chris's introduction was more meandering yet meaningful. Together, they discuss the history, impact, and various versions of the beloved fantasy world of Tolkien, as well as how to enter the expansive fandom.  With a world-building so vast, Chris has some recommended sources to explore all things Tolkien: the fan-created wiki the Tolkien Gateway, the 12-part book series History of Middle-Earth, "Tree and Leaf" which is Tolkien's more philosophical writing, "J.R.R. Tolkien: A Biography" by Humphrey Carpenter, Deseret News' article talking to The Rings of Power' showrunner, and of course The Tolkien Professor, Dr. Corey Olsen. (Oh, and we can't forget to include KellieAnn's favorite Lembas Bread recipe to share with her fellow food-loving hobbits.) The brains behind Fan Effect are connoisseurs of categories, surpassing nerdy, with a goal to publish a weekly "What to Watch on the Weekend" minisode taken from KSL-TV's Friday segment, and two deep-dives a month on shows, creative works, artists, local events, and other fandom topics.  Based in the beautiful beehive state, Fan Effect celebrates Utah's unique fan culture as it has been declared The Nerdiest State in America by TIME, and is hosted by KSL Movie Show's Andy Farnsworth and KSL Podcasts' KellieAnn Halvorsen.  Listen regularly on your favorite platform, at kslnewsradio.com, or on the KSLNewsRadio App. Join the conversation on Facebook @FanEffectShow, or Instagram @FanEffectShow. Fan Effect is sponsored by Megaplex Theatres, Utah's premier entertainment destination. 

The Utah Jazz beat writer for the Deseret News on the Jazz prepping for Monday's NBA Draft Lottery, Lower seeds taking early leads in 2nd round playoff series + more

Davis County traffic is a mess, but you will be grateful – eventually. According to the Deseret News, The new $385 million project happening in Davis County adds a new interchange, widening 1800 North. Andy Farnsworth with the KSL Traffic Center, joins Dave and Debbie to discuss how this new change is going to lighten the load for drivers in the county.

The Rod and Greg Show Daily Rundown – Tuesday, April 29, 20254:20 pm: Senator Mike Lee joins Greg and Carolyn for his weekly visit to discuss what's happening in Washington, D.C., and today they'll discuss the deportation of illegal immigrant criminals and budget negotiations.4:38 pm: Derek Miller, President of the Salt Lake Chamber joins the show for a conversation about his piece for the Deseret News on how the Trump trade negotiations and tariff drama creates opportunities for the beehive state.6:05 pm: Brad Bishop, President of the Utah Police Chiefs Association joins Greg and Carolyn for a preview of tomorrow's law enforcement career day, an effort to build interest and recruit the next generation of police officers in the state.6:38 pm: Summer Airman of the Make-a-Wish Foundation and Brad Strong of the Strong Automotive Group join the program for a preview of the Drive for Wishes campaign

In June 2024, Emily Hellewell was named vice president of marketing and creative services at Deseret News. In this role, she leads the marketing and communications efforts for the Deseret News, Deseret Magazine and Church News as well as several other teams. Hellewell joins this episode of the Church News podcast to discuss how her extensive background in public relations and her faith in Jesus Christ prepared her for this role. She emphasizes the importance of humanity in storytelling and how truth-seeking journalism can help cut through the world’s clutter to connect Heavenly Father’s children to one another.  The Church News Podcast is a weekly podcast that invites listeners to make a journey of connection with members of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints across the globe. Hosts Jon Ryan Jensen, editor of the Church News, and Church News reporter Mary Richards share unique views of the stories, events, and people who form this international faith. With each episode, listeners are asked to embark on a journey to learn from one another and ponder, “What do I know now?” because of the experience. Produced by KellieAnn Halvorsen.

The Trump Administration has floated the ideas of trying to get birth rates up in the U.S. This is an issue across the globe as the CDC signals that birth rates are dropping.  Opinion Editor of the Deseret News, Jay Evensen, shares insight from his latest opinion piece, about the bigger problem we face on the declining birthrate and the ways other countries have tackled this issue.

The man who survived a and grizzly bear attack in Montana and lived to talk about it after a complete jaw rebuild, is sharing his recovery story a year and a half later. Dave and Debbie listen to coverage by KSL 5 TV's Andrew Adams and Lois Collins with the Deseret News shares more of the story behind the jaw rebuild by doctors at the University of Utah.

In August 2004, American student David Sneddon disappeared while hiking in China's Tiger Leaping Gorge. Despite official claims that he fell into the Jinsha River, his family's investigation uncovered multiple witness accounts suggesting he survived and reached Shangri-La. A guide, Keith Chu Chung, reported hiking with David, who spoke fluent Mandarin, Korean, and English, to Tina's Guesthouse, and 12 other witnesses, including the owner of the Yak Bar in Shangri-La, confirmed seeing him as late as August 14, 2004. However, Chinese authorities confiscated guesthouse logs, and all witnesses later recanted, fueling suspicions of a cover-up. In 2011, Chuck Downs, a former Pentagon official, proposed that North Korea abducted David, possibly mistaking him for a smuggler or targeting him as an English teacher due to his language skills, as the gorge was a route for North Korean defectors. Reports in 2012 and 2016 supported this, suggesting David, under the name Yoon Bong Soo, was teaching English in North Korea, married with two children. Despite these leads, the U.S. and Chinese governments maintain he died, and North Korea denies involvement. The Sneddons, frustrated by official inaction, possibly due to U.S. nuclear negotiations with North Korea, urge public awareness through social media and contacting officials to seek justice for David and highlight North Korea's human rights issues. Additional case details, including maps, are available on Instagram at @TheDarkOakPodcast.   Chapters 00:00 Welcome to the Dark Oak 02:40 100th Episode Celebration and Giveaway 06:55 David Sneddon 01:08:40 The Branch of Hope   Sources: Persio, S. L. (2018, June 11). Did North Korea kidnap a U.S. citizen in China? Family hopes Singapore summit will help bring their son home. Newsweek. https://www.newsweek.com/family-us-student-who-disappeared-china-looks-north-korea-summit-answers-967469 China Discovery. (n.d.). China Discovery - Leading China Travel Agency with Reviews. https://www.chinadiscovery.com/ Vogel, C., & Vogel, C. (2022, May 12). Did North Korea kidnap an American hiker? Outside Online. https://www.outsideonline.com/outdoor-adventure/hiking-and-backpacking/did-north-korea-kidnap-american-hiker/ “Thinking Sideways Podcast” David Sneddon (Podcast episode 2015) - Plot - IMDB. (n.d.). IMDb. https://www.imdb.com/title/tt14457712/plotsummary/ O'Donoghue, A. J. (2023, December 31). Utah parents long for answers in missing son's case. Deseret News. https://www.deseret.com/2012/8/5/20505138/utah-parents-long-for-answers-in-missing-son-s-case/ Korea's other Otto Warmbier. (2017, June 23). News. https://www.news.com.au/lifestyle/real-life/true-stories/north-koreas-other-otto-the-unbelievable-story-of-missing-hiker-david-sneddon/news-story/90ab2549acafc281d965f7700c52bb4e Corbin, C. (2017, June 28). Family of David Sneddon, missing US student, says North Korea kidnapped him. Fox News. https://www.foxnews.com/world/family-of-david-sneddon-missing-us-student-says-north-korea-kidnapped-him David Sneddon: Tiger Leaping Gorge, China. (2024, February 8). Apple Podcasts. https://podcasts.apple.com/au/podcast/david-sneddon-tiger-leaping-gorge-china/id1715813037?i=1000644599761   Join The Dark Oak Discussion: Patreon The Dark Oak Podcast Website Facebook Instagram Twitter TikTok Youtube This episode of The Dark Oak was created, researched, written, recorded, hosted, edited, published, and marketed by Cynthia and Stefanie of Just Us Gals Productions with artwork by Justyse Himes and Music by Ryan Creep

On enduring a full season of unfathomably bad basketball played by an organization aspiring to lose. On the nightmarish hell of covering Ben Simmons, the sadness of watching a young Markelle Fultz and the joy of speaking with Lauri Markkanen. On never cowering from confrontation.

Hosts: Adam Gardiner and Guest Host Emily Lockhart  Utahns continue to support Governor Cox and the State Legislature -- that's according to new polling from the Deseret News. But the overall support numbers are dropping, a potential indicator of trouble. The group of voters who seem to be waning in their support are more Democratic-leaning individuals. How much of an effect could that actually have? Adam Gardiner and Emily Lockhart discuss.

Hosts: Adam Gardiner and Guest Host Emily Lockhart  While China continues to ramp up and develop its own AI and technology, the United States stands in a unique position that could result in either technological growth or collapse. Sure, it'll take strong federal action to ensure growth. But as a new opinion piece in the Deseret News points out, it'll also take action from each individual state. Utah is in a good position for exactly this kind of thing. Joining Inside Sources to share more about his opinion piece is Matt Waldrip, Managing Partner at Dauntless Capital Partners and the former chief of staff to Senator Mitt Romney.

Hosts: Adam Gardiner and Guest Host Emily Lockhart  The political legacy left behind by Pope Francis  Thousands of people are expected to visit the Vatican to pay their respects for Pope Francis, who passed away at the age of 88. The Pope's legacy wasn't just a spiritual one; it was a political one too. He often spoke up against U.S. Presidents, encouraging them to be more charitable, loving, and peaceful. Kyle Palmer, local Utah Catholic and Principal at Irish Elk, LLC joins Inside Sources to share his takes on the political legacy Pope Francis leaves behind.    China threatens neighboring countries about making trade deals with the US  President Trump's tariffs have contributed to a volatile global stock market, and foreign countries have been clamoring to meet with the President to negotiate tariffs and new trade deals. China is notably not seeking negotiations right now. But the country is exerting pressure on neighboring Asian countries, warning them of retribution if they make deals with the United States that could put Beijing at a disadvantage. To get some perspective on this and what China could do, the hosts are joined by Dr. Anna Pechenkina, associate professor of Political Science at Utah State University.    Op-Ed details chaos and dysfunction under Secretary Hegseth’s command  Between a new op-ed detailing the chaos and dysfunction within the Department of Defense and a new report from The New York Times outlining another instance of sharing sensitive information via Signal, Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth is in the spotlight today. Will the newest stories lead to his removal by President Trump? The Inside Sources hosts share their thoughts on the growing security issues.    Carelessness abides over how sensitive government information is stored  Sloppy handling of sensitive documents has become all-too-commonplace among the last two administrations. The latest instance involves a Google Drive folder -- which contained documents like White House floor plans -- being inadvertently shared among employees who weren't supposed to have access. In this day and age, how have we gotten to this point where there's such disregard for protecting sensitive and classified government information?    Judge rules that Utah Fits All Scholarship is unconstitutional  State lawmakers are preparing their appeal today following last week's ruling by a Utah judge that the Utah Fits All Scholarship program is unconstitutional. It's left a lot of questions for the thousands of children who were beneficiaries of the program. It's also sparked outrage and anger from legislative proponents of the program. The Inside Sources hosts try to answer some of the questions they’ve thought of.     Updates on Utah’s strategic reinvestment bill for higher education  Utah's strategic reinvestment bill for higher education aimed to cut inefficiencies, help with rising tuition costs, and loosen blockades in high-industry-demand majors like nursing and engineering. Now, House leaders say that shuffling funds could also help the mental health crisis facing Utahns by opening up access for future mental health practitioners. State Representative Karen Peterson sponsored the legislation and joins the show to explain how the bill could affect mental health resources.    Poll: Support strong but waning for Gov. Cox, State Legislature  Utahns continue to support Governor Cox and the State Legislature -- that's according to new polling from the Deseret News. But the overall support numbers are dropping, a potential indicator of trouble. The group of voters who seem to be waning in their support are more Democratic-leaning individuals. How much of an effect could that actually have? Adam Gardiner and Emily Lockhart discuss.   Utah’s innovation blueprint and how it could strengthen America’s place in the global tech race  While China continues to ramp up and develop its own AI and technology, the United States stands in a unique position that could result in either technological growth or collapse. Sure, it'll take strong federal action to ensure growth. But as a new opinion piece in the Deseret News points out, it'll also take action from each individual state. Utah is in a good position for exactly this kind of thing. Joining Inside Sources to share more about his opinion piece is Matt Waldrip, Managing Partner at Dauntless Capital Partners and the former chief of staff to Senator Mitt Romney.   

Ben Criddle talks BYU sports every weekday from 2 to 6 pm.Today's Co-Hosts: Ben Criddle (@criddlebenjamin)Subscribe to the Cougar Sports with Ben Criddle podcast:Apple Podcasts: https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/cougar-sports-with-ben-criddle/id99676

Ben Criddle talks BYU sports every weekday from 2 to 6 pm.Today's Co-Hosts: Ben Criddle (@criddlebenjamin)Subscribe to the Cougar Sports with Ben Criddle podcast:Apple Podcasts: https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/cougar-sports-with-ben-criddle/id99676

In August 2024, Meg Walter, the writer of a humorous Deseret News column, unexpectedly lost her 62-year-old father to a heart attack. Suddenly, her columns, although still funny at times, took on a more somber tone. The humorous journalist was forced to work through something that faces each of us at some point: Grief. On this week's episode, she shares how that grief helped her settle into her faith. 2:06- Observation and Humor 4:48- Latter-day Saint Culture 7:41- Being Open About Faith 12:50- The Loss of a Father 18:19- What Makes a Life Well-Lived? 23:10- Receiving Service 28:12- Two Things Can Be True 32:08- The Beauty of “The Ward” 38:21- The Value of Faith 42:24- What Does It Mean To Be All In the Gospel of Jesus Christ? “I need that hope that my faith offers me. I am getting much more comfortable with what I don't know and what I hope. And I'm leaning more into what I hope.” Links: Meg's columns about her dad's passing: https://www.deseret.com/opinion/2024/08/22/losing-a-parent-grief/ https://www.deseret.com/opinion/2024/10/12/running-through-grief-st-george-marathon/ https://www.deseret.com/opinion/2024/11/27/grieving-loss-love-holidays/ https://www.deseret.com/opinion/2024/12/28/grief-lessons-learned/ Morgan's all-time favorite article that makes her laugh every time: https://www.deseret.com/2023/3/8/23627893/new-trader-joes-draper-utah-person-you-want-to-be/