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It's Wednesday, September 17th, A.D. 2025. This is The Worldview in 5 Minutes heard on 140 radio stations and at www.TheWorldview.com. I'm Adam McManus. (Adam@TheWorldview.com) By Jonathan Clark Muslims in Congo killed 26 Christians at funeral Islamic extremists killed 26 Christians who were attending a funeral last Monday in the Democratic Republic of the Congo. These attacks continued for two more days. Rev. Mbula Samaki told Open Doors, “The casualty as of now stands at more than 70 Christians killed, at least 100 kidnapped, 16 houses, eight motorbikes and two vehicles burnt. It is horrible.” Islamic extremists are continuing to target churches in the Christian-majority country to displace Christian communities.   Please pray for our persecuted brothers and sisters in Christ in Congo. The central African nation is ranked 35th on the Open Doors World Watch List of the most difficult countries to be a Christian.  Canadian court affirms Christian soldier who refused COVID shot In Canada, a federal labor board ruled in favor of a Christian military member who refused a COVID-19 shot on religious grounds.  Canada's Department of National Defense denied Marvin Castillo a religious exemption from the COVID shot. He was subsequently fired from his job in 2021.  In a landmark decision, Canada's Public Sector Labor Relations and Employment Board ruled against the Department of National Defense. The decision stated, “[Castillo] was entitled to an exemption because he has a sincere religious belief that he should not receive the vaccine.”  Castillo referenced 1 Corinthians 6:19 to defend the decision he made about what to put into his body. The verse says, “Or do you not know that your body is the temple of the Holy Spirit who is in you, whom you have from God, and you are not your own?” Trump targets another Venezuelan narco-terrorist boat The United States military targeted another drug boat from Venezuela on Monday. The strike killed three people on board the vessel. On Truth Social, President Donald Trump wrote, “The Strike occurred while these confirmed narco-terrorists from Venezuela were in International Waters transporting illegal narcotics headed to the U.S. (A DEADLY WEAPON POISONING AMERICANS!) These extremely violent drug trafficking cartels POSE A THREAT to U.S. National Security, Foreign Policy, and vital U.S. Interests.” The United States carried out a similar strike on a boat carrying drugs from Venezuela two weeks ago. Court greenlights Trump defunding Planned Parenthood Last Thursday, a federal appeals court ruled that the Trump administration can defund Planned Parenthood. The case involves a provision in the One Big Beautiful Bill Act which barred Medicaid funds from going to abortion mills. A district court blocked the provision back in July. The latest ruling overturns that preliminary injunction.   Troy Newman, President of Operation Rescue, commented, “Planned Parenthood is quickly running out of friends in high and dark places, and we praise God for it. Over 40 Planned Parenthoods have already closed – we expect that number to grow over the coming weeks, and we'll celebrate every one.” Gen Z men support Trump; Gen Z women supported Kamala NBC News released a new poll on U.S. adults ages 18 to 29. The survey found Gen Z men who voted for President Trump said having children was the most important indicator of success. Being married was also a top indictor. Meanwhile, Gen Z women who voted for Kamala Harris listed being married and having children near the bottom of their indicators of success. Instead, career fulfillment and having plenty of money were the most important. Young men who backed Harris and young women who backed President Trump similarly prioritized money and career over children and family. Kirk's killer: “I had the opportunity to take out Charlie Kirk and I'm going to take it.”  Officials in Utah charged Tyler Robinson with aggravated murder yesterday. The 22-year-old is accused of assassinating conservative activist Charlie Kirk while he was speaking with students at Utah Valley University last Wednesday. Authorities said Robinson left DNA on the trigger of the rifle used to fire the deadly shot. He also left a note for his transgender partner hidden under a keyboard that said, “I had the opportunity to take out Charlie Kirk and I'm going to take it.”  Utah County Attorney Jeff Gray announced the charges. He said, “The murder of Charlie Kirk is an American tragedy.” After listing the charges against Robinson, Gray added this.f GRAY: “I am filing a notice of intent to seek the death penalty.” Waves of people returned to church after Charlie Kirk's assassination And finally, Faithwire reports waves of people returned to church over the weekend after the death of Charlie Kirk. Kirk was an outspoken Christian. He told Deseret News earlier this year that his goal was to point people “toward ultimate purposes and toward getting back to the church, getting back to faith.” Hundreds of people posted about their return to church over the weekend after being inspired by Kirk's faith. Listen to the testimony of one young mother of three about the decision that she and her husband made. YOUNG MOTHER: “After the events of the last week, Devin and I had a lot of talking about the type of life that we want for ourselves and how we want our boys to be. We talked about Charlie Kirk. We talked about a man of God who was not afraid to stand in his convictions in anything. “We are raising three boys that will one day be men, and we want those boys to be as strong in their convictions as Charlie Kirk was. And we realized we had been doing a great disservice by not taking them to church and introducing them to faith up until this point. It is because of Charlie Kirk that we went to church today.” Isaiah 55:6-7 says, “Seek the LORD while He may be found. Call upon Him while He is near. Let the wicked forsake his way, and the unrighteous man his thoughts. Let him return to the LORD, and He will have mercy on him. Let them turn to our God, for He will abundantly pardon.” Close And that's The Worldview on this Wednesday, September 17th, in the year of our Lord 2025. Follow us on X or subscribe for free by Spotify, Amazon Music, or by iTunes or email to our unique Christian newscast at www.TheWorldview.com.  I'm Adam McManus (Adam@TheWorldview.com). Seize the day for Jesus Christ.

The death of Charlie Kirk has caused a lot of soul searching by those on the left and the right, as it should. Al Mohler, writing for WORLD, said, “Every generation has its own formative moments. Yesterday is now one of those days.” Charlie Kirk changed over the years. His near-permanent scowl, perhaps a young man's attempt to be taken seriously, was replaced with a nearly perpetual smile, and regular outbursts of laughter. You could see in him joy, and compassion. He had the mind and the quick wit to bludgeon opponents, but a close look at his videos from more recent years shows someone who asks more questions than answers. Many of the videos you can find of Charlie on the Internet end with him smiling at an opponent who had just talked himself into a circle. In a fascinating interview he gave with the Deseret News just weeks before his death, he said, “I could talk about religion all day long.” The producer for today's program is Jeff McIntosh. Until next time, may God bless you.

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.

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.

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

  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.

Tonight on The Mormon Newscast, we're diving into the growing spotlight on ex-Mormon voices in the media. The Wall Street Journal recently covered social media influencers critiquing Mormonism, sparking a rebuttal from the Deseret News and a statement from Senator Mike Lee. We'll unpack what this means for the public conversation around the Church, truth… Read More »LDS Church vs The Wall Street Journal The post LDS Church vs The Wall Street Journal appeared first on Mormon Discussions Podcasts - Full Lineup.

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

Lois Collins from the Deseret News, joins us to discuss a new study from WalletHub about the happiest and least happiest states… which places Hawaii at first and Utah not too far behind. The hosts get into what's behind the happiness scale.

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 Wall Street Journal recently published a report describing a “21st-century reckoning” within the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. But, Sarah Weaver, Editor of the Deseret News sees that differently. Sarah joins the show to challenge the narrative and offers a more nuanced view of faith, culture, and community in today’s Latter-day Saint experience.  

Health Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. is facing calls to resign from more than 1000 current and previous CDC employees. This comes after, At least 9 former CDC Directors have cited Kennedy's actions--including changes to vaccine policies and the recent firing of the CDC Director--are endangering Americans' health. Greg and Holly speak more about this shakeup with Lois Collins from the Deseret News.

The Rod and Greg Show Daily Rundown – Tuesday, September 2, 20254:20 pm: Tim Goeglein, Vice President of External and Government Relations at Focus on the Family joins the show to discuss his recent piece for the Epoch Times about how remote work changed working moms.4:38 pm: Corey Astill, President of the Summit Institute for Law and Policy, joins Rod and Greg to discuss his op-ed piece in the Deseret News in which he writes that a judge's recent ruling on redistricting in Utah oversteps judicial bounds.6:05 pm: Adam Coleman, Founder of WrongSpeak Publishing, joins the show to discuss his New York Post piece in which he writes America does not need illegal immigrants to do the jobs Americans won't.6:38 pm: Mark Vargas, Editor-in-Chief of the Illinois Review, joins Rod and Greg for a conversation about crime in Chicago following a Labor Day weekend that saw 57 people shot, seven fatally.

Cami Mondeaux, congressional correspondent for Deseret News, joins Holly and Greg to discuss the latest on the potential government shutdown as congress returns and what may come next.    

President Trump is reintroducing the Presidential Fitness Test as part of his MAHA program. This comes as recess and physical activity among children falls. Greg and Holly speak with Lois Collins with the Deseret News to cover the potential benefits of this boost to children's activity.

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 Rod and Greg Show Daily Rundown – Monday, August 18, 20254:38 pm: Shawn Teigen, President of the Utah Foundation, joins Rod and Greg to discuss his recent op-ed piece in the Deseret News about why social capital, the way people utilize social connections to benefit themselves, matters to Utah.6:05 pm: Representative Steve Eliason joins Rod and Greg for a conversation about the mental health of our children, and available resources, as they head back to school.6:38 pm: Lieutenant Randy Sutton (retired), founder of The Wounded Blue, joins the program for a conversation about what the families of the slain Tremonton police officers, and their co-workers, will likely be going through as they navigate last night's tragic events.

According to the Deseret News, state legislative leaders have announced that they will be revisiting a Utah law that was changed in 2023, which some say was done improperly to benefit Utah's Senate president. Greg and Holly break down the latest details.

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 Treasure Valley's still baking in this heat, so host Lindsay Van Allen is cooling off with a sweet throwback to the delicious and chaotic world of dirty sodas. In this re-run, Deseret News writer Meg Walter explains how the Utah drive-thru phenomenon made waves in the Boise summer drink scene. We're doing our annual survey to learn more about our listeners. We'd be grateful if you took the survey at citycast.fm/survey—it's only 7 minutes long. You'll be doing us a big favor. Plus, anyone who takes the survey will be eligible to win a $250 Visa gift card–and City Cast Boise swag. Learn more about the sponsor of this August 14th episode: Babbel - Get up to 60% off at Babbel.com/CITYCAST Interested in advertising with City Cast Boise? Find more info HERE.

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

Pres. Trump has mobilized the National Guard in Washington, D.C. to crack down on crime and homelessness. Utah Sen. Mike Lee says he's not going far enough! Cami Mondeux, Congressional Correspondent with the Deseret News joins the show.  

The Rod and Greg Show Daily Rundown – Tuesday, August 12, 20254:20 pm: Charles Lipson, author and contributor to The Spectator, joins the program for a conversation about his piece on President Trump's decision to take over the police in Washington, D.C., and to deploy the National Guard in the Nation's Capital.4:38 pm: Joseph Grenny, Chairman of the Board of the Other Side Academy, joins Rod and Greg for a conversation about his op-ed in the Deseret News about fixing chronic homelessness in Utah.6:05 pm: David Deavel, an instructor at the University of St. Thomas, joins the program to discuss his recent article for Amac regarding President Trump's moves to ensure transparency in higher education admissions.:38 pm: Dr. Chase Spears, host of the Finding Your Spine podcast, joins the program for a conversation about his piece for RedState on Traditional Family Month.

The entirety of DJ & PK for August 13, 2025: HOUR ONE Keanu Tanuvasa and Kyle Whittingham Frank Dolce, Former Utah Quarterback Jay Drew, Deseret News HOUR TWO What is Trending Hot Takes or Toast Bear Bachmeier as QB1 for BYU? HOUR THREE Riley Jensen, College Football Expert Bear Bachmeier in line to start at BYU? BYU's schedule would be good for young QB HOUR FOUR Berry Tramel, Tulsa World Slacker Radio Headlines Feedback of the Day

Hour one of DJ & PK for August 13, 2025: Keanu Tanuvasa and Kyle Whittingham Frank Dolce, Former Utah Quarterback Jay Drew, Deseret News

For Church News reporter Sydney Walker, the journey into journalism involved viewing challenges as opportunities and trusting the Lord would guide her to where she needed to be. A Brigham Young University journalism graduate in 2017, she interned for the Deseret News’ Faith section, worked as an assistant in the Priesthood and Family Department at Church headquarters and later became a reporter at the Church News. In this episode of the Church News podcast, Walker joins Church News editor Ryan Jensen to discuss how faith in a loving Heavenly Father and in the Savior, Jesus Christ, has helped her embrace opportunities to serve in various roles and places. 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.

A panel focused on the "lived experience of Latter-day Saint women" was held at the Latter-Day Saint Conference in Lehi, Friday. We invite Sara Weaver, editor of Deseret News and a panelist from the event on the show to discuss what she shared and took away from the conference.

Sometimes after a person goes through some trauma, that weight of the event or years of impact can stick around on an individual long after the event has finished. There is a new way to deal with these emotions so you can move on...forgiveness letters. Lois Collins, a writer for Deseret News, joins the show and explains the benefits of writing these forgiveness letters and how it helps allow people to move past and into a better life.

Fire destroys downtown SLC restaurant and bars on Main Street Monday night a fire erupted in downtown SLC on Main Street and roared across five buildings. London Belle, White Horse, Lost Tapatio's, and Whiskey street have all been impacted. We go in-depth on the fire. What occurred, and the impact this fire will have on the area. We speak to KSL Newsradio's Adam Small who was live on the scene. Greg and Holly listen to a live update from SLC Mayor Erin Mendenhall and SLC Fire Chief   AM - It's Primary Election Day in Utah! It is municipal Primary Election Day for parts of Utah. Lt. Governor Diedre Henderson joins the show to discuss election logistics and what voters need to know to make sure their vote is counted.   Utah Supreme Court orders revival of dismissed child abuse case against Park City tennis coach The Utah Supreme Court has ordered that a dismissed child abuse case against Park City tennis coach... should be revived. This case revolved around a Park City High tennis coach Lani Wilcox who is being charged with aggravated child abuse and interrupting communication device use, this stemming from a disagreement with the student during practice. Greg goes into the details of the case and how it will proceed going forward.   School zone safety and penalties to be aware of School crossing zones are meant to be safe spaces, but sometimes they are downright scary! As we continue our KSL in the Classroom coverage, we will be talking about the issue at hand and some hefty penalties for drivers who don't follow the law    The largest data center in the world is coming to Millard Utah The rise of AI and its integration into our daily lives is sapping the power grid, and means that for this to keep up..we need to make bigger data centers. The Millard County Commission back in June approved in favor of appropriating over one-thousand acres of agricultural land to be redeveloped to create the world's largest data center. We speak to Commissioner Bill Wright about this new data center and what it means for Utah.   'A women's church' Inside the FAIR Latter-Day Saint Conference A panel focused on the "lived experience of Latter-day Saint women" was held at the Latter-Day Saint Conference in Lehi, Friday. We invite Sara Weaver, editor of Deseret News and a panelist from the event on the show to discuss what she shared and took away from the conference.   The trial of Nicholas Rossi The man who allegedly faked his death, changed his name, and fled to Scotland to avoid rape charges in Utah is standing trial. We go in-depth on this case with an debrief of how we got to this point and where the case is as proceedings begin.   New year, new look: why kids care about the first day of school outfit While parents are preparing for students making their way back to the classroom with pencils and calculators. Students are worried about how they are going to look. Often the first day of school is a very emotional day for students and they want to start it feeling confident. We go into details about how your student can head back feeling strong so they can succeed.   The power of forgiveness letters Sometimes after a person goes through some trauma, that weight of the event or years of impact can stick around on an individual long after the event has finished. There is a new way to deal with these emotions so you can move on...forgiveness letters. Lois Collins, a writer for Deseret News, joins the show and explains the benefits of writing these forgiveness letters and how it helps allow people to move past and into a better life.   Challenges of the being left handed It's left-handers day! Greg is left handed and shares challenges he faced as a kid and adult with being a left hander. Holly shares ways to help kids who are left handed and more facts of the day.

Deseret News sportswriter Jay Drew joined DJ & PK to talk about the BYU Cougars as they continue their training camp in Provo and prepare for their third season in the Big 12.

Hour four of DJ & PK for August 12, 2025: Jay Drew, Deseret News Slacker Radio Headlines Feedback of the Day

The entirety of DJ & PK for August 12, 2025: HOUR ONE Jay Hill, BYU Football Pete Sousa, Inside the 12 & ESPN Darnell Dickson, The Daily Herald HOUR TWO What is Trending Frank Dolce, Former Utah Quarterback Does Utah have a running back battle? HOUR THREE Are MLB ballpark rankings right? Big 12 gets four teams in preseason polls Utah garnering respect after 2024 debacle HOUR FOUR Jay Drew, Deseret News Slacker Radio Headlines Feedback of the Day

Many of us keep complaining about the national debt... well now if you want you can pay it off yourself... by sending money to the government on Venmo? Greg and Holly learn more from Jay Evensen, The Opinion Editor of the Deseret News and take listener calls on if they are willing to pay off the national debt on their own… through Venmo. 

President Trump to crack down on violent crime and homelessness in D.C.  President Trump is vowing to rid Washington D.C. of homelessness and crack down on violent crime. Greg and Holly listen to a live press conference from President Donald Trump and discuss the approach.     Motorcycle fatalities continue to rise in Utah  Utah is on track to set a record - and not a good one. We're talking about motorcycle deaths and we just had another one in South Jordan this weekend. Greg and Holly speak with Lt. Cameron Roden about the latest numbers of motorcycle fatalities in Utah.     Signal in the Silence: How iPhone satellite features could help you out of crisis  A Utah family had a close call with the Beulah Fire in the Unita Mountains. They had to hike more than 30 miles on foot to get to safety. They used a map... compass... and satellite text messaging with a family member to find their way out. Greg and Holly discuss what to know about the use of satellite text messaging with Sgt. Dallin Turner with the Utah County Sheriff’s Office Search and Rescue when you are out of service range and need to communicate or share your location.     State Superintendent speaks to Utah's fight against chronic absenteeism    It's the first day of school for students in Washington County and many other schools in Utah will be heading back this week and next. Chronic absenteeism has been a growing concern in Utah. Utah's state superintendent, Dr. Molly Hart joins the show to discuss how Utah is working to combat chronic absenteeism in Utah.     Classroom commitment: What's behind the Jordan School District's sky high teacher retention  Holly shares a personal frustration she's been losing sleep over about her daughters experience with trying to become certified as a teacher. The hosts take a look at The Jordan School District's sky high teacher retention and what the district is doing right and where things could improve with Dr. Anthony Godfrey, Superintendent of Schools of the Jordan School District.      Can Americans Venmo the national debt away?  Many of us keep complaining about the national debt... well now if you want you can pay it off yourself... by sending money to the government on Venmo? Greg and Holly learn more from Jay Evensen, The Opinion Editor of the Deseret News and take listener calls on if they are willing to pay off the national debt on their own… through Venmo.     The Other Side Academy  President Trump has Trump promised to rid Washington, D.C. of homelessness by moving people out of the city. But in Utah, there is an organization who are continuing to work on solving the homeless crisis here in Utah. Greg and Holly speak with Joseph Grenney, founder of The Other Side Academy and Tim Stay, CEO of The Other Side Academy to learn more about this resource in Utah.     BYU to acquire Sen. Orrin Hatch papers archive: why it matters  BYU will acquire the late Sen. Orrin Hatch papers collection... Greg and Holly discuss why this acquisition of this archive is so significant.     73 minutes of cat videos playing in theatres  Now playing in movie theaters: 73 minutes of cat videos --- would you go see it for a good cause? Greg and Holly discuss and speak about the efforts surrounding film in Utah as 6 new productions have been approved for filming in the state of Utah. Holly ends the show with her facts of the day, including that today is the anniversary of the tornado that rocked SLC in 1999. 

Joe and Hunter are joined by Jackson Payne from the Deseret News to discuss the latest Fall Camp developments for the Cougars, including who is the favorite to win the QB battle. They also go through each position group on the defense and debate if they have gotten better or worse this offseason. That and more on the latest episode of the Hype Train Podcast! ALL ABOARD!!Presented by Wilner O'Reilly Immigration Law, wilneroreilly.com

New task force aims to combat construction fraud  $32 million... that's the amount that Utahns has lost to construction fraud since 2022... You hire a contractor to start a project... you pay them... and they walk off the job without finishing it. KSL-TV's Investigative Reporter Matt Gephardt joins the show to discuss his coverage on this issue over the years, and Margaret Woolley Busse from Utah's Department of Commerce on how the state of Utah is looking to curb this rising trend.     Bankruptcy beware: What to know before filing  Rising debt is ballooning out of control as many Americans are trying to keep up with rising prices and economic uncertainty. According to data by the Administrative Office of the U.S. Courts, there has been an increase of 11.5 percent in bankruptcy filings. Utah specifically rose 13.6 percent over the last year. Shane Stewart DMBA Certified Financial Planner joins the show to discuss the ins and outs of what bankruptcy does and doesn't do... and how long this decision can hurt your credit.    What happens when you ask AI to write your obituary  When you face the death of a loved one, you have to deal with all the paperwork that goes along with the death as well as your own grief. What if AI took one of those jobs away? Should it? Greg and Holly go into this new trend of surrendering over writing an obituary to an AI and put it to the test for themselves.    Phone Bans: a back-to-school guide for parents  Back to school is just around the corner, Utah has a new law that has by default... bans phones in schools...  and it's then up to the districts then decide how to implement it in their schools.. Ben Horsley, Granite School District Superintendent, joins the show to discuss the latest on how The Granite School District is implementing phone restrictions and how their past efforts have made a difference in the classroom.     Study: Owning a smart phone before age 13 increases likelihood of suicidal thoughts  According to a new study published in the Journal of Human Development and Capabilities, owning a smartphone before the age of 13 increases the likelihood that they will experience suicidal thoughts. With this troubling statistic, Licensed Professional Counselor, Leigh Richardson, PhD - Brain health Coach and consultant, discusses the details behind these numbers and what parents should know.    A silver lining for marriage and divorce rates?  The traditional image of a family is due for a makeover. Marriage rates are rising slightly, divorce rates are declining, and nearly one-third of young adults are predicted to never marry. Lois Collins, writer for the Deseret News, discusses the new findings.      Best and worst states to have a baby  Having a baby can be rewarding… but also expensive. WalletHub recently published a study on the best and worst states to have children, Greg and Holly look into where Utah placed with WalletHubWriter and Analyst, Chip Lupo.     Should states share their voting data with the DOJ?  Utah was added to a growing list of states getting requests from the DOJ about handing over confidential voter roll data. This move by the DOJ is reported to standardize some state election laws and standards. But should states be required to share this info beyond what is publicly available? Derek Monson, Chief Growth Officer for Sutherland Institute joins the show to discuss.     How teen resources centers are removing barriers for students  As kids are getting ready to go back to school, some struggle to get even basic necessities. That's where teen centers come in. Greg and Holly speak with Jodi Lunt, Director of the Davis Education Foundation about the teen resources centers in the Davis School District.     Utah women arrested, accused of stalking Post Malone  Stalking can be annoying, disruptive, and downright scary - and that's not any different if you're a celebrity.. A Utah woman has been arrested after being accused of stalking Post Malone. Greg and Holly discuss the situation and analyze what can be done if someone is being stalked.     Spooky season in August  We've talked about Christmas in July, but can we talk about spooky season in August? Holly's been re-watching the first season of "Wednesday," as in Wednesday Adams, in preparation for Season #2 that comes out this week. And at least one fast-food restaurant is getting in on the action as we get closer to the premiere and spooky season. Greg and Holly discuss the details and how some retailers are already bringing in spooky season to stores! Holly shares her facts of the day.  

  The traditional image of a family is due for a makeover. Marriage rates are rising slightly, divorce rates are declining, and nearly one-third of young adults are predicted to never marry. Lois Collins, writer for the Deseret News, discusses the new findings.  

   Is crime up, down or stable in the United States? The actual stats might surprise you. Jay Evensen, Opinion Editor of the Deseret News breaks down the numbers.  

Buy now, eat now, pay later: Americans stressed about grocery prices  A new poll in the Associated Press, shows about half of all Americans say the cost of groceries is a “major” source of stress in their life right now… and many are using Buy Now, Pay Later to purchase groceries and other essential items.     President Trump fires head of Bureau of labor statistics   President Trump is firing Erika McEntarfer, the director of the Bureau of Labor Statistics after a weaker than expected jobs report released last week. Greg and Holly discuss this development and speak with Michael Kofoed,  Assistant Professor of Economics at Haslam College of Business at the University of Tennessee about how job stats are collected and what this firing means to the economist community.    Family of Maurine Hunsaker speaks out on frustrations amid Ralph Menzies commutation hearing   Utah death row inmate, Ralph Menzies is scheduled to die by firing squad in just over a month, but now, has a 4-day commutation hearing scheduled. The family members of his victim are frustrated by what feels like another delay and concerns around scheduling. Matt Hunsaker, son of Maurine Hunsaker, who was kidnapped and murdered by Ralph Menzies in 1986 joins the show to discuss.  Greg and Holly also discuss how crime victims in Utah can feel uninformed about case updates and improvements that could be on the horizon.     Pencils, paper and price tags   According to the NRF, the average K-12 shopper is budgeting $858 this year on average per student. While this number is actually down from $875, Greg and Holly discuss the rising costs of going back to school and how looming tariffs could also be impacting the price. Greg and Holly also discuss how many teachers need to work side hustles to make ends meet.     Texas Governor Greg Abbott threatens to oust democratic lawmakers after leaving state   In an open favor to Pres. Trump, Texas wants to change Congressional boundaries to give the president 5 more Republican seats. Texas Democrats say "Not on our watch." Greg and Holly speak with NewsNation's White House Correspondent, Joe Khalil about the latest details and Texas Governor Greg Abbott threatening to oust the lawmakers if they don't return.     The surprising fact about crime in the U.S.    Is crime up, down or stable in the United States? The actual stats might surprise you. Jay Evensen, Opinion Editor of the Deseret News breaks down the numbers.     The average parent feels like a failure 156 times a year   Something many can relate too...The average parent feels like a failure 156 times per year, according to studyfinds.org. Greg and Holly discuss.     A new freeway in Lehi?   A new traffic study is going to focus on Lehi to look at the possibilities of creating a new freeway to ease congestion among east-west traffic. Greg and Holly discuss.     A Lightning 'mega flash' and Gen Z's spicy food obsession   A lightning "mega flash" hit a new world record after it extended over 500 miles in a matter of seconds. Greg and Holly discuss this new record as well as how Gen-Z's obsession with lighting hot food is influencing new menu items at multiple restaurant chains. Holly shares her fun facts of the day.  

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  According to a new poll in the Deseret News, the majority of Utahns do NOT want parents using funds from the Utah Fits All Scholarship for outdoor recreation. Greg and Holly discuss what these funds are used for and the latest details from this poll.  

Monroe Canyon Fire spurring fire clouds, creating own weather system   The Monroe Canyon Fire here in Utah, is so hot it is spurring Fire clouds! It's creating it's own weather system. Greg and Holly provide the latest updates on the fire and speak with KSL Meteorologist, Matt Johnson about how fires can create their own weather systems and what is currently expected with the changing weather that is impacting the fire. Holly and Greg hear updates from Governor Cox who is meeting with the community about the Monroe Canyon Fire.     Tariff tangles & Job jitters  Today was the day that tariffs were supposed to go into effect - again. But, the deadline has been pushed back again. The uncertainty of the economy from these tariff decisions is starting to show up in the jobs report. Greg and Holly discuss the latest job's report and what's happening with tariffs.     Utah inmate charged with murder of Santaquin officer accused of attacking deputies while in jail   One deputy recalled having his eye nearly gouged out... After Utah inmate Michael Jayne allegedly became enraged during questioning. Jayne is awaiting trial in the Utah County jail for the death of Sergeant Bill Hooser last year. Greg and Holly discuss what is known.     5 deputies disciplined after traffic stop led to U of U student's ICE detention  Sherriff deputies are facing consequences in the traffic stop that led to a University of Utah student's ICE detention, according to NBC. Greg and Holly discuss the latest developments.     Backpacks, not backcountry:  Most Utahns oppose using Utah Fits All scholarship funds for outdoor rec   According to a new poll in the Deseret News, the majority of Utahns do NOT want parents using funds from the Utah Fits All Scholarship for outdoor recreation. Greg and Holly discuss what these funds are used for and the latest details from this poll.     Governor Cox speaks to community on Monroe Canyon Fire   Holly and Greg hear updates from Governor Cox who is meeting with the community about the Monroe Canyon Fire. (can combine with 9:05 in podcast)      It's 801 day!  Today is August 1st, or 8-0-1, which, of course, was Utah's first area code. Every since we got that number assigned to us in the 1940's, it's been the state's unofficial holiday. Greg and Holly discuss what makes Utah unique and the significance of 801 day.     'The Naked Gun' is the KSL Movie Show's big movie of the week!   KSL Movie Show Hosts, Andy Farnsworth and Steve Salles discuss the big  movie of the week: The Naked Gun. The hosts share the movies they've watched in theatres that made them laugh so hard they cried.  

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Religious protection varied from state to state; some states are more proactive than others in protecting those freedoms. Where does Utah land? According to a new report, Utah placed ninth. This report takes into account factors ranging from absentee voting accommodations to anti-discrimination laws in insurance. Mariya Manzhos, Staff writer with the Deseret News, joins the show to discuss how Utah placed so high on the list, but also how we can do better. 

Delta Flight injures 25 passengers after turbulence  A flight heading for Amsterdam from Salt Lake City was struck with extreme turbulence and caused the flight to divert Minneapolis. The flight was able to land safely but the turbulence caused twenty-five of their passengers to be transported to the hospital for their injuries. Greg and Holly discuss the timeline of this event and hear from the passengers.     Banning stock trading for congress  There is a proposal floating through the house that is causing some issues among lawmakers. This proposal would ban members of congress from engaging in stock trading. There were amendments to the bill that would include presidents and vice presidents as well. Greg and Holly discuss what it looks like in congress right now and the tension among lawmakers.     How Utah ranks at protecting religious liberty   Religious protection varies from state to state; some are more proactive than others in protecting those freedoms. Where does Utah land? Mariya Manzhos, Staff writer with the of the Deseret News, joins the show to break down the rankings.      Has Miami solved the homelessness issue?  Miami-dade county in Florida is seeing a decrease in numbers due to some new laws targeting public sleeping and others. These measures along with new police training pushing officers to relocate to place people in shelters has brought this number to 11-year low.  Senator Todd Weiler joins the show to discuss the cues that Utah can take from Florida to tackle the issue.     23andMe: Utah AG outlines protecting your data  Wondering how to protect your data now that 23andMe's assets are being sold? Inside Sources speaks to Utah's attorney general, Derek Brown.     The Department of Justice is asking Utah to hand over its voter rolls  The federal government in an investigation of election fraud has requested the state of Utah to turn over their voter information. The state is working through the request with some legal help because Utah voter information is partially public but also partially private. Greg and Holly discuss.     Think smarter, not harder - how Americans are using AI  AI is not just for the tech world anymore...  it's in your home, your job, and even your shopping cart.  Greg and Holly speak with KSL NewsRadio Producer about the different ways people are using artificial intelligence and the pros and cons  around the different methods.     Ogden man crawled and dragged himself for 11 hours after side-by-side rollover  11 hours... that's how long an Ogden man reportedly crawled and dragged himself in the Uinta Mountains after experiencing a side-by-side rollover. The hosts go in-depth into a story brought to us by KSL-TV reporter Andrew Adams who spoke with Jake Schmidt about his experience after this accident.     Monroe Fire continues to impact communities  The Monroe Canyon Fire continues to grow and evacuations are increasing and the power is out in surrounding areas. Greg and Holly speak with Rebecca Skordas who is in Torrey, Utah about how this nearby community is being impacted.     How Utahns feel about paying college athletes through NIL  As training camps are in full effect ahead of their seasons, for the first time ever...Universities can directly pay their athletes after a case with the NCAA allowed schools to distribute income to their athletes. But do Utahns agree with this decision? Greg and Holly go into the details.     The real-world impact of President Trump’s tax overhaul  From Medicaid reforms to business breaks, Representative Blake Moore weighs in on the real-world impact of President Trump’s tax overhaul.     'Can't stop hearing the screams' Utah woman outlines Delta flight turbulence  A Utah woman was on board, Heather Lohrke, and she spoke with KSL NewsRadio's Eric Cabrera about her experience... Greg and Holly listen to her experience. Holly shares her fun facts of the day. 

With fitness watches all the craze, many of us are hooked on hitting that 10,000 steps a day.. But it turns out you may not need that many to support your health.  Lois Collins with the Deseret News brings the scientific details behind this number to the show and how even hitting 7,000 steps can help your risk of an early death.

Holly speaks with Sarah Weaver, editor of the Deseret News about the life and legacy of Bonnie D. Parkin.

Poll finds lack of confidence in major national and state institutions In a recent poll by Deseret News and Hinkley Institute of Politics, they found that a large number of Utah voters have little to no confidence in local institutions. Brigham Tomco with the Deseret News joins the show to highlight some reasons why there may be such a low belief in leadership in Utah as well as across the country. Greg and Holly discuss how Utah's polling is reflective of a national trend when it comes to the loss of trust and what can be done to rebuild.   Investigators believe Manhattan gunman was targeting NFL headquarters A shooter walked into a Midtown Manhattan office building Monday and began to open fire, killing four and wounding a fifth on the scene before taking his own life. We dive into the details of this attack and what is known about the motive with NewsNation National Correspondent, Marcus Espinoza.    Cultural event cancelled due to 'migratory climate'  The Utah Sheriffs Association is defending its decision to increase cooperation with ICE, while immigration crackdowns are spreading fear in Utah's Latino community. At least one event, held by a Chilean cultural group has been cancelled in light of the "migratory climate". Greg and Holly discuss the recent immigration crackdowns and the concerns in Utah.   Utah Auditor's Office finds misuse of $2.8 Million in public funds due to lack of oversight We are learning about an apparent misuse of millions of dollars of public funds by Impact Utah. This comes from a lack of oversight. Utah State Auditor, Tina Cannon, joins the show to break down the findings and what concern this brings as a whole in a state when it comes to lack of oversight on public funds.   Do you really need 10,000 steps a day? With fitness watches all the craze, many of us are hooked on hitting that 10,000 steps a day.. But it turns out you may not need that many to support your health.  Lois Collins with the Deseret News brings the scientific details behind this number to the show and how even hitting 7,000 steps can help your risk of an early death.   E.U. agrees to 'lopsided' tariff deal with the US In an agreement with the U.S, the E.U has decided to take a lopsided tariff deal. While they are still being tariffed, they have negotiated it down to fifteen percent from the originally proposed thirty percent. Some European politicians calling the deal "lopsided".  Robert Spendlove, Senior Economist Zions Bank discusses the economic impact this might bring to the U.S. including the impact on pharmaceuticals and the auto industry.   Out with an old restaurant and in with new housing!  The Salt Lake City Planning Commission has approved a plan to turn an old Village inn by the University of Utah...into new housing. The Village Inn located by 9th east and 4th south is being turned into twenty homes in a prime location in the city. The new town homes will be close to a Trax station, as well as close to a hospital.  Greg and Holly dive into the plans for these renovations.   Job Hunting in the Age of AI: Is AI helping or hurting college grads? The use of AI is growing across all aspects of life, and the implementation in the job market could help AND hinder. Some recent grads are using it to optimize their resume and even answer interview questions on the spot, while the increase in applications thanks to AI could be overwhelming companies. Greg and Holly discuss the pros and cons to using AI when it comes to job searches and more ways that it's being implemented.   AI data center set to use more energy than all homes in Wyoming combined An artificial intelligence data center has been proposed for Cheyenne, Wyoming. The location was chosen for its good weather and abundance of inexpensive electricity. However, the data center would use more electricity than every home in Wyoming combined in its initial stages before expansions that would increase that to nearly five times that. Greg and Holly discuss the impact this could have on the data center's neighbors and what the center could do to lessen their impact on the power grid. Holly shares her tips of the day.   Former Relief Society General President Bonnie D. Parkin dies at age 84. Holly speaks with Sarah Weaver, editor of the Deseret News about the life and legacy of Bonnie D. Parkin.

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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