Podcasts about governor cox

  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.  

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.  

The Rod and Greg Show Daily Rundown – Thursday, July 31, 20254:20 pm: Jeremy Harrell, CEO of ClearPath, joins the show for a conversation about his piece for Real Clear Energy in which he writes that an increase in American energy means higher demand on mineral production and permits for that production.4:38 pm: Utah Senate President Stuart Adams joins the show for a conversation about how the state may react to President Trump's executive orders on homelessness policy given Governor Cox's instructions to accelerate work on the issue.5:05 pm: Utah State Auditor Tina Cannon joins Rod and Carolyn to discuss the results of a new report showing the former head of a taxpayer-funded nonprofit used public money to pay for luxury items like vacations, and to channel money to his for-profit company.6:05 pm: Economist Steve Moore, co-founder of Unleash Prosperity, joins the show for his weekly conversation about politics and the nation's economy.6:38 pm: Ian Miller, an author and writer for Outkick, joins the show for a discussion about his recent piece on how the covid lockdowns have devastated an entire generation of children.

Governor Spencer Cox sent a letter to Utah lawmakers telling them to fulfill the president's executive order on homelessness. Greg and Holly discuss the latest details on this order and Utah's support.  

8.8 Earthquake in Russia sends tsunami waves across the Pacific   Thousands spent the night bracing for a potential tsunami following a massive 8.8 Russian earthquake including in Hawaii where a tsunami warning remained in effect overnight. Greg and Holly discuss and speak with KSL NewsRadio Producer Andy Cupp about what's happening in his home town in California that has been effected and his experience with Tsunami's.      Great Salt Lake levels dropping dangerously low, rising concern of toxic dust   Concerns are growing around the levels of the Great Salt Lake. Greg and Holly get the latest from Brian Steed, Great Salt Lake Commission. Dr. Kevin Perry, Atmospheric Scientist at the U of U and National expert on Great Salt Lake dust, joins the show to discuss the risk of toxic dust coming from the lake bed.      Utah's Snapchat lawsuit unredacted, outlining more details on potential dangers for kids   Utah kids between 13 and 17 check Snapchat up to 70 times a day...and more details on the dangers of the app have come to light as Utah's lawsuit against 'Snap', Snapchat's parent company, has largely been unredacted.   Margaret Busse, the executive director of the Utah Department of Commerce joins the show to discuss the latest details and what parents should be aware of.      YouTube now included in Australia social media ban for kids   Australia is expanding its ban on social media use for kids and YouTube is going to be included. Greg and Holly discuss this development on the ban that is set to go in effect this year, banning kids under 16 from social media platforms.     Governor Cox tells Utah lawmakers to 'fulfill president's executive order' on homelessness   Governor Spencer Cox sent a letter to Utah lawmakers telling them to fulfill the president's executive order on homelessness. Greg and Holly discuss the latest details on this order and Utah's support.     Utah lawmaker raises concerns on Delta AI pricing method   Could airlines use AI to raise your ticket prices if they "learn" that you really need those tickets? One Utah lawmaker wants to make sure that doesn't happen. Representative Tyler Clancy joins the show to discuss the concern around this AI pricing method that Delta airlines is planning to     Southwest Airlines to begin selling assigned seating   For the first time in 53 years, Southwest Airlines is officially selling assigned seats to passengers with a variety of new seat preferences for flights, starting in January 2026. Greg and Holly discuss the pros and cons of open vs assigned seating and if it's worth the price difference.     How to prepare for an open house in today's housing market   Have you ever been to an open house of a home for sale? They can be beneficial,  but there are some red flags to watch out for. Russel Faucette with The Stern Team of Omada Real Estate joins the show to share advice on attending and hosting open houses.     Salt Lake Mayor requests audit of SLC owned properties after lawnmower sparks fire   Millcreek just saw two apartment buildings burn after a lawnmower sent a spark into dry weeds. Now, the SLC mayor wants an audit of all Salt Lake City-owned properties.     Ghislaine Maxwell, says she will testify before Congress — but only with key demands  Ghislaine Maxwell, the convicted co-conspirator of sex offender Jeffrey Epstein, said she would testify before Congress — but only if she gets immunity and other key demands, Greg and Holly break down the latest.     The Cookie Collision of Oreos and Reese's   Chocolate and peanut butter go together, right? Well, Oreos and Reese's think they've created a couple of perfect combinations. Holly and Greg discuss this new snack and go through the facts of the day!  

Governor Spencer Cox held his monthly press conference yesterday and hit on a variety of topics, including the local wildfires, the Ralph Menzies death penalty case, and President Donald Trump's immigration policies. Greg and Holly take a look at a few of the issues the Governor covered. 

Trump calls letter to Epstein "FAKE"  Which state has the worst drivers?  Utah Global Diplomacy  How are other members of the media reacting to the rescission?  KSL Movie Show's Big Movie of the Week: Smurfs

Governor Cox wants to spend nearly two million dollars a year on an ad campaign - to educate Utahns on the benefits of nuclear energy. Will it work? Greg and Holly discuss.

Governor Cox's 1.8M gamble on nuclear education Cutting aid and airwaves: why Congress wants to cancel already approved spending Not guilty pleas entered for two men charged in Ogden dog-hoarding case Courts give green light to keep medical debt on credit record, undoing Biden-era rule Life-saving tips for water emergencies Marry the house, date the rate: getting past the fear of homebuying

The Rod and Greg Show Daily Rundown – Wednesday, July 9, 20254:20 pm: Beth Brelje, Elections Correspondent at The Federalist, joins the show for a conversation about how the mainstream media is burying stories about violent attacks on ICE officers across the country.4:38 pm: Fox News contributor Jason Chaffetz, a former Utah Congressman, joins the program for a conversation about the probe into former FBI Director James Comey and former CIA boss John Brennan6:05 pm: Senator Mike Lee joins Rod and Greg for a conversation about defunding Planned Parenthood, attacks on ICE agents, and the fallout of the failed plan to sell public lands.6:38 pm: Draper City Mayor Troy Walker joins Rod and Greg to discuss his history of dealing with housing issues in Draper as Governor Cox has called for 35,000 new starter homes by 2028 despite stifling regulatory and insurance issues.

According to AP, US adults want the government to focus on childcare costs, not birth rates. Greg and Holly discuss the issue of the declining birthrates.  Aimee Winder Newton, Senior Advisor to Governor Cox and director of the Office of Families discusses the overall issues and how the state of Utah is working to support families. Jennifer Nuttel, Executive Director of the Neighborhood House calls into the show to discuss the first apartment complex in Utah that is now offering on-site, low-cost childcare.

Utah judge asked to resign by both Republican and Democratic house leaders ‘No Kings’ organizer 50501 cut ties with the Salt Lake branch after fatal shooting Seeking a path forward in an era of increasing tensions Poll shows slight boost in Governor Cox approval It's always campaign season in Washington DC!  World Refugee Day 'Elio' is the big movie of the week! 

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.

  A new study has found increased screen time is linked to aggression, anxiety and low self- esteem in kids, according to ABC. In addition to this new study, Governor Cox declared June 9-15 as Family Connection Week, which is encourages families to unplug from devices and focus on quality time that is face to face. Greg and Holly discuss these findings and speak with Kristin Andrus as she shares how her family has made an effort to connect more in person during Family Connection Week and how others can do the same. 

Governor Cox is pushing local leaders for help with the goal to build 35,000 starter homes in Utah. Holly Richardson, Editor of Utah Policy and KSL NewsRadio's new host of Inside Sources on KSL NewsRadio, shares her insight. The Mayor of Spanish Fork, Mike Mendenhall joins the show to discuss how his city is making an effort to combat Utah's housing crisis.

Earlier this month Governor Spencer Cox signed an executive order, launching GRIT, which stands for government reform innovation and transparency. Governor Cox recently said that Utah has been doing DOGE before DOGE ever existed. Debbie and Erin discuss this new initiative. 

Governor Cox launched Operation Gigawatt. He wants to double our energy production to accommodate the demands of the coming decade. Does nuclear energy have to be part of that future? KSL Newsradio's Amanda Dickson asked her guests on A Woman's View. Her guests this week are Natalie Gochnour, Associate Dean in the David Eccles School of Business and Director of the Kem C. Gardner Policy Institute at the University of Utah and Lisa Walker, certified athletic trainer and teacher at Springville Hill School. 

Governor Cox has issued a state of emergency... due to drought conditions in 17 Utah counties. Joining me live is Engineer at Utah Division of Water Resources... Laura Haskell 

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  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.   

Hosts: Leah Murray and Guest Host Holly Richardson  How might the El Salvadorian prison story affect the political capital of Pres. Trump and other Republicans?  As the story around Kilmar Abrego Garcia – the Maryland man mistakenly sent to an El Salvadorian prison – continues to grow, it’s begun prompting responses from Republican lawmakers. Utah’s Congressman Mike Kennedy recently visited the prison, saying it was “very depressing.” And the story has become a hot topic at Republican town halls nationwide. What is it about this story that’s angry both the GOP and Democrats? What could the Trump administration do to fix the story and come out the hero? Hosts Leah Murray and Holly Richardson share their thoughts.    Sec. of State Rubio says the U.S. may walk away from peace talks between Russia and Ukraine  One of President Trump's campaign promises was to broker a peace deal between Russia and Ukraine and end the war there; he said he could do it in 24 hours. But no deal has been reached -- both sides have dug in. And now, Secretary of State Marco Rubio says the administration may step away altogether if a peace deal isn't reached... within a few days. The Inside Sources hosts discuss the ramifications if the U.S. did indeed walk away from the peace talks.    U.S. State Department changing reports looking at human rights violations  Over the years, the U.S. State Department has broadened its definitions of what constitutes a human right, and their reports have tracked those too. But now, it appears there's a narrowing-in on tracking human rights violations around the world. And it doesn't target specific countries, but entire categories of abuses. Inside Sources talks about potential effects from these slimmer reports.    Lieutenant Governor’s Office to launch full audit of Utah voter rolls  Utah's Lieutenant Governor says her office will conduct a thorough audit of the state's voter rolls, looking for vulnerabilities or areas where non-citizens might be able to get in and vote. It comes following the Lieutenant Governor voicing concerns with Senator Mike Lee's SAVE Act and a call-out on X from Elon Musk about it. Leah and Holly get into this story and why Governor Cox says he supports the SAVE Act, even if his second-hand does not.    Governor Cox shares thoughts on revoking student visas, possibly changing Harvard’s tax-exempt status  During his monthly news conference, Governor Spencer Cox spoke a bit about the dozens of foreign students attending Utah universities who've recently had their visas revoked. He also spoke a little bit about the push to end Harvard's tax-exempt status. The Inside Sources hosts spend this segment chatting about the governor's reaction to higher education attacks.    Republican lawmakers admit being “afraid” of President Trump  In recent town halls across the country, angry voters have unleashed their frustrations on lawmakers for -- what they say -- is rolling over to President Trump. This whole idea that Republican lawmakers should be standing up to some of the things the president is doing has gained momentum over the past few weeks. Now, several of those same GOP lawmakers say they're afraid to speak out against the President for fear of retribution.    Friday Roundup: Paul Revere, “Peace by Piece”, Good Friday  Inside Sources finishes the week off with some lighter news. This weekend is the 250th anniversary of Paul Revere’s legendary ride through Boston the night before the battles of Lexington and Concord really began the American Revolution. Utah women are using quilts to spread messages and hope and peace. And it’s Easter weekend (and Good Friday today). The hosts share their thoughts on all of it.   

Hosts: Leah Murray and Guest Host Holly Richardson  Utah's Lieutenant Governor says her office will conduct a thorough audit of the state's voter rolls, looking for vulnerabilities or areas where non-citizens might be able to get in and vote. It comes following the Lieutenant Governor voicing concerns with Senator Mike Lee's SAVE Act and a call-out on X from Elon Musk about it. Leah and Holly get into this story and why Governor Cox says he supports the SAVE Act, even if his second-hand does not. 

Hosts: Leah Murray and Erin Rider  Governor Spencer Cox is telling state agencies to be prepared for a potential recession. It comes amid concerns from economists that the trade wars between the U.S. and foreign countries could throw the global economy into a tailspin. Governor Cox spoke about his guidance to state agencies this morning during his monthly press conference. He says ultimately, it's best to be prepared for the worst. 

Hosts: Leah Murray and Erin Rider  Gov. Cox urging state agencies to prepare for a recession  Governor Spencer Cox is telling state agencies to be prepared for a potential recession. It comes amid concerns from economists that the trade wars between the U.S. and foreign countries could throw the global economy into a tailspin. Governor Cox spoke about his guidance to state agencies this morning during his monthly press conference. He says ultimately, it's best to be prepared for the worst.    State lawmakers may hold impeachment proceedings against Utah judge  Nationwide, there have been calls for impeaching judges based on their decisions -- namely those who've ruled against President Trump. In Utah, lawmakers may begin impeachment proceedings for a judge accused of actual crimes. The Inside Sources hosts spend a few minutes talking about the novelty of impeachment and why it still matters.    Trump administration continues fight against Harvard University  The fight between the Trump administration and Ivy League universities continues today... with the focus ramping up on Harvard University. Now, there are reports that the IRS is looking for ways to remove Harvard’s non-profit tax status while the Department of Homeland Security looks to bar the university from admitting foreign students.   Pres. Trump says he can’t wait for Fed Chair to be terminated  President Trump is lashing out at the Chair of the Federl Reserve Jerome Powell today after Powell told the Economic Club of Chicago that the President's tariffs were bound to result in "at least a temporary rise in inflation." Inside Sources talks about the independence the Fed is supposed to have and why it matters.    SCOTUS to hear arguments on future of birthright citizenship  A new development today in the fight to redefine who gets citizenship. The United States Supreme Court has agreed to hear arguments as the Trump administration moves to redefine the 14th Amendment. It comes after several nationwide injunctions on the President's executive orders to end Birthright Citizenship.    Republican lawmakers continue to face angry constituents at town hall meetings  Republican lawmakers have faced some rather rough town halls over the past few months. What are usually peaceful (boring) town hall meetings have turned loud and rambunctious thanks to angry constituents voicing frustration over things President Trump is doing. Republicans continue to hold those town halls and are even fighting back a bit themselves now. Inside Sources discusses a few of the events from this week.    Democratic vice chair to fund challengers of “ineffective” incumbents in primaries  During the 2024 election cycle, we spoke several times about infighting among Republicans and unity among Democrats. But now, the infighting could be moving into the Democratic Party. The new 25-year-old vice chair of the Democratic National Committee is taking a hard stand against traditional Dems, pledging to fund primary challengers who will do more than the incumbents..    

Hosts: Leah Murray and Greg Skordas  Artificial intelligence -- it's one of the biggest buzzwords in technology right now. And in a technology-friendly state like Utah, the inclusion of AI is all but guaranteed. This week, Governor Cox and other Utah leaders have been travelling through Canada, meeting leaders in energy and AI. Now, that trade delegation is hoping to take what they learned and make Utah the next global hub of artificial intelligence. 

Hosts: Leah Murray and Greg Skordas  SCOTUS chimes in on wrongful deportation case  The fight over the future of a Maryland man wrongly deported to an El Salvador prison continues today. Last night, the Supreme Court said the man must be returned to the United States but also said that the courts can't just tell the executive branch how to bring the man home. The Supreme Court passed the case back to the lower courts, who held a hearing earlier today. The Inside Sources discuss the latest on the case.    Can non-citizens be deported for their beliefs?   Columbia University activist Mahmoud Khalil is a legal permanent U.S. resident. But the government is trying to deport him for his alleged antisemetic beliefs. The federal government was ordered to turn over evidence to the courts explaining why they felt he should be deported; instead, they submitted a brief memo in which Secretary of State Marco Rubio says Khalil could be expelled for his beliefs. Can a non-citizen be deported for their beliefs? It’s a little complicated... The Inside Sources hosts explain.    Senator John Curtis explains some recent initiatives with Inside Sources  Energy dominance doesn't come without a cost. And while Congress works on the full budget and tax package, Senator John Curtis (R-UT) is asking Congressional leaders to keep some of the energy tax credits put in place by the Biden Administration. Senator Curtis is also looking at ways to fix and improve our forests -- something we here in the West are all-too-familiar with. The Senator joins the program to discuss both of these initiatives.    Utah leaders hope to turn state into an AI hub following trade mission to Canada  Artificial intelligence -- it's one of the biggest buzzwords in technology right now. And in a technology-friendly state like Utah, the inclusion of AI is all but guaranteed. This week, Governor Cox and other Utah leaders have been travelling through Canada, meeting leaders in energy and AI. Now, that trade delegation is hoping to take what they learned and make Utah the next global hub of artificial intelligence.    Utahns involved in Congo coup attempt now facing charges in the US  You may recall an interesting story from several months ago about a couple of Utahns being involved in an attempted coup in the Democratic Republic of the Congo. Those men were imprisoned in the country and faced the death penalty... until this week. Now, they're back in the United States facing additional charges. It's a bit of a complicated situation, so KSL Legal Analyst Greg Skordas breaks it down.    Trump administration wants more federal oversight of Columbia University  Schools that receive federal funding often must do certain things to keep that money (Title IX is a good example -- schools must not discriminate based on sex). But to what extent can the federal government enforce that? The Trump administration says that for Columbia University -- which was a central part of the pro-Palestinian protests last year -- to keep their funding, they need to allow more federal control and oversight.    Erasing shame or erasing history  The philosopher George Santayana said it best: "Those who forget their history are condemned to repeat it." It's been a quote used by history teachers and professors for more than 100 years, showing the importance of learning our history. But history isn't always pretty -- it can be raw, ugly, and absolutely terrible. President Trump's administration says it wants to erase the kind of shame associated with those awful events. But is that the best move... to ensure we don't repeat the atrocities of the past?    Resources for people experiencing homelessness  People experiencing homelessness tend to face some unique challenges most of us might not think of. To help with some of these unique issues, the courts hold a kind of homeless outreach program. Greg Skordas took part in some of that this morning; he talks about it with co-host Leah Murray.   

Hosts: Taylor Morgan and Rusty Cannon  Governor Cox finished his bill review last week with a lengthy letter to legislative leaders. In it, he outlined reasons for why he vetoed certain bills, and what he wants the legislature to change about other bills in special sessions. He also wrote about creating a new task force to tackle criminal justice reform, saying that it needs to be a priority for state leaders. 

Hosts: Taylor Morgan and Rusty Cannon  Uncertainty thrives before Wednesday’s upcoming 'Liberation Day'  'Liberation Day' -- it's what President Donald Trump is calling Wednesday, April 2nd. Why? Because it's the day, he says, when the U.S. will see a reduction in all trade imbalances. But there's still a lot of uncertainty about what will come on Liberation Day and how it'll affect the American people. Inside Sources begins with a discussion on how that uncertainty is contributing to several days of a more volatile stock market and already-raising prices.    GOP Senators push back on proposal to impeach judges who rule against Trump  As President Trump continues his push for federal judges who rule against him to be impeached, Senate Republicans have a warning: don't try it. Even Senate Judiciary Chair Chuck Grassley said it's not appropriate to impeach a judge just because the president disagrees with their opinion. But that's not stopping House Republicans from still moving forward with plans to restrict the judiciary. The Inside Sources hosts describe the whys and hows.    Special elections could affect the makeup of Congress  A few special elections tomorrow could affect the national stage, both immediately and in the long-term. In Wisconsin, voters will pick a new Supreme Court justice who could play a role in the district maps within that state. There are also two congressional races in Florida; Republicans are favored to win those seats again, but there seems to be some worry about Democrats performing well. Taylor Morgan and Rusty Cannon share their thoughts on whether these races might be an indicator of President Trump’s approval so far this term.    Poll: 1/3 of Utahns have thought about leaving due to housing costs  Have you ever toyed with the idea of leaving the state of Utah due to high housing costs. If so, you're in company with about 1/3 of the state. That’s according to a new poll conducted by Noble Predictive Insights. The polling also says that 53% of Utahns rank affordable housing as one of their top three concerns. Inside Sources dig into it a bit more.    Governor Cox calls for new criminal justice task force  Governor Cox finished his bill review last week with a lengthy letter to legislative leaders. In it, he outlined reasons for why he vetoed certain bills, and what he wants the legislature to change about other bills in special sessions. He also wrote about creating a new task force to tackle criminal justice reform, saying that it needs to be a priority for state leaders.    Could Pres. Trump run for a 3rd term?  While he's joked about it in the past, this weekend President Trump told NBC News that he's no longer joking -- he's looking into the possibility of running for a third term as President. The 22nd Amendment to the U.S. Constitution forbids a president from being elected more than twice. But the President says he and his team are looking into other ways to go about this, with the president saying he "likes working."    Long-delayed high-speed rail project in California needs $7 Billion more  For a cost of only $40 Billion, California set out to build a high-speed railway from San Francisco and Sacramento to Los Angeles. The opening date? Well, it was supposed to be 2020. Now, the cost of the project has ballooned to more than $100 Million and won't open until 2030... with the system not being fully operational until 2050. Oh, and the state says they now need another $7 Billion to finish the part they're working on now. The hosts talk about this “colossal failure” of a project. 

Governor cox says Utah is passing too many bills...Dave and Taylor Morgan discuss Utah's bill issue.

Governor Cox chose not to sign a few bills but still allow them into law...  Taylor explains why he thinks he should have just issued a veto.

How Trump could serve a third term as President Governor Cox says Utah is passing too many bills Is Greenland going to be President Trump's Louisiana Purchase? Police issue warning on 'The Assassin's Game' To sign or not to sign Special election: Balance of Supreme Court at stake in Wisconsin

Hosts: Adam Gardiner and Marty Carpenter  The closing chapter of the 2025 Legislative General Session is now complete. Last night, Governor Cox vetoed and signed the final bills of the session. He also let a few bills go into law without his signature. Inside Sources spends a special half hour digging into some of the final actions of the session, as well as the letter Governor Cox sent to legislative leaders about his decisions. 

Hosts: Adam Gardiner and Marty Carpenter  Trump administration appeals deportation lawsuit to SCOTUS  The Trump administration is taking their fight to deport alleged Venezuelan gang members all the way to the Supreme Court. This morning, the administration filed an appeal to the highest court in the land as they try to restart deportation flights for people the administration claims as dangerous gang members in the United States illegally. KSL Legal Analyst and Inside Sources co-host Greg Skordas breaks down the latest developments.   Looking into which foreign aid programs have been cut  As the Trump administration -- working with DOGE -- has cut many foreign aid kinds of programs, many people have wondered which programs were actually cut. What might some of the far-reaching effects of those cuts be? Documents recently obtained by Politico give us a clearer picture of the foreign aid cuts – Marty and Adam discuss those cuts.    On the Hill 2025: Gov. Cox signs, vetoes final bills of the session  The closing chapter of the 2025 Legislative General Session is now complete. Last night, Governor Cox vetoed and signed the final bills of the session. He also let a few bills go into law without his signature. Inside Sources spends a special half hour digging into some of the final actions of the session, as well as the letter Governor Cox sent to legislative leaders about his decisions.    Sen. Mike Lee joins American envoy visiting Greenland  Utah’s Senator Mike Lee is in Greenland today with Vice President JD Vance and others as part of an envoy visiting a U.S. Space Base there. What does he hope to accomplish on this trip? The Inside Sources share their thoughts on whether the U.S. will ever take over Greenland.    New report released on status of the Great Salt Lake  You've heard it many times over the past several years -- the Great Salt Lake is in danger. State leaders have made many moves to try and save the lake... passing bills affecting the lake during the last several legislative sessions. A new report looks at how the State of Utah's "moonshot" to restore the lake is going, and what still needs to be done. Katie Wright, Senior Researcher at Property and Environment Research Center (PERC) join Inside Sources to break down their findings and recommendations.    Potential effects of the Sundance Film Festival leaving Utah  Sundance Film Festival will leave Utah in 2027, ending a decades-long tradition of the film festival showing independent films each Winter. Many state leaders had been pushing for Sundance to stick around, saying it was an important part of Utah. Others said they couldn't care less if Sundance stayed or went. Inside Sources discusses the impacts of Sundance leaving and if it really matters or not.    Utah billionaire pardoned by President Trump  A new pardon today for a Utah former billionaire who also donated $1.8 million dollars to President Trump's 2024 election campaign. Trevor Milton was convicted of defrauding investors in 2022, resulting in those investors losing $660-million dollars from Milton's electric truck company "Nikola." Inside Sources hosts Adam Gardiner and Martey Carpenter discuss the latest. 

Gov. Cox has finished taking action on all 582 bills of the Utah legislative session. Holly Richardson, Editor with Utah Policy joins to break down what is now law in Utah including the controversial flag and fluoride bills. Greg gets into judiciary legislation he's been watching.

Sen. Mike Lee joins JD Vance in trip to Greenland Sen. Mike Lee wants to get rid of the TSA Utah loses Sundance Film Festival Turkish student at Tufts University detained by U.S. Department of Homeland Security agents The KSL Movie Show's big movie of the week and reaction to Sundance leaving Utah!

Hosts: Rusty Cannon and Leah Murray  Love it or hate it, elections processes are changing nationwide and here in Utah. This week, President Trump signed an executive order to overhaul U.S. elections in two ways: requiring proof of citizen to register to vote in federal elections and a mandate that all ballots be received by Election Day nationwide. Then yesterday, Governor Cox signed HB300 into law, making additional modifications to Utah's vote-by-mail system. Inside Sources both changes.   

Hosts: Rusty Cannon and Leah Murray  Pres. Trump announces 25% tariffs on automobiles, car parts It's likely that the price for a new vehicle could rise in the coming weeks. Yesterday, President Trump announced a 25% tariff on all imported automobiles and car parts coming into the U.S. He says the move will push foreign car makers to build factories here in the United States. But will it? Hosts Leah Murray and Rusty Cannon share their thoughts on the impending tariffs.  Are Republicans worried about losing their U.S. House majority? Republicans have a thin majority in the U.S. House of Representatives. And reports say they're nervous about losing that majority should they lose some special elections. And just before today's show, President Trump announced that he was withdrawing current U.S. Representative Elise Stefanik's nomination to be a U.N. Ambassador, saying he didn’t want to take any chances. Leah thinks Republicans are worried; Rusty disagrees. Listen to hear their conversation.  Pending changes to elections on a national and statewide level Love it or hate it, elections processes are changing nationwide and here in Utah. This week, President Trump signed an executive order to overhaul U.S. elections in two ways: requiring proof of citizen to register to vote in federal elections and a mandate that all ballots be received by Election Day nationwide. Then yesterday, Governor Cox signed HB300 into law, making additional modifications to Utah's vote-by-mail system. Inside Sources both changes.  Tech developments in West Jordan Utah's Silicon Slopes are still growing. And we often think of the "Slopes" as being the Draper/Lehi area. But other areas along the Wasatch Front are also growing their tech industries, including West Jordan. It was recently announced that a 100-acre data center for artificial intelligence will be built in the city, using one of the largest construction loans ever given to a data center. West Jordan Mayor Dirk Burton joins the show in studio to talk about this and other exciting tech developments in his city. 

Earlier this week Governor Spencer Cox vetoed a bill that would change who chooses the Utah Supreme Court chief justice... Ultimately not allowing himself more power. However, Gov. Cox did sign two other bills that will impact the judiciary. KSL Legal Analyst, Greg Skordas explains what those are.

The judiciary bills Governor Cox didn't veto SCOTUS upholds government regulation of 'Ghost Guns' Crime roundup: New details in Idaho college murder case + Lori Vallow Daybell to represent herself in upcoming trial The deportation legal battle Relaxing child labor laws? President Trump is cracking down on 'Big Law' It's game day! BYU's March Madness dance

4:20 pm: Senator Mike Lee joins Rod and Greg for their weekly conversation about what's happening in Washington, D.C., and today they'll discuss budget reconciliation, among other topics.4:38 pm: Senator John Johnson joins the program to discuss his bill, recently signed into law by Governor Cox, that will now require the state's college and university students to take classes focusing on Western civilization, the rise of Christianity and the American Founding Fathers.6:05 pm: Fox News Columnist Liz Peek joins the show for a conversation about her piece on how President Trump, Environmental Protection Agency administrator Lee Zeldin have offered a special solution to the “green agenda” of Joe Biden.6:38 pm: Spence Purnell, Resident Senior Fellow in Technology and Innovation at the R Street Institute joins Rod and Greg for a conversation about why he says new online safety laws, like those enacted in recent years in Utah, could backfire.

Governor Cox vetoed the proposal that would have rerouted property tax revenue for schools. Now, Dave asks the question, should we pool property taxes and redistribute and set a flat basis tax that goes to schools? Dave and Erin discuss and take listener calls.

Hosts: Leah Murray and Rusty Cannon  Governor Cox has vetoed his first bill of the year -- one that would have changed the process by which some property taxes are collected and distributed to local school districts. The bill, Senate Bill 37, was sponsored by Senator Lincoln Fillmore. It faced opposition from many educational groups and the State Auditor. Hosts Leah Murray and Rusty Cannon share their thoughts on the governor’s decision to veto and also discuss some of the other 75 bills he signed yesterday. 

Hosts: Leah Murray and Rusty Cannon  Fallout on “SignalGate” continues to grow  It's now being called “SignalGate” -- messages about military plans being inadvertently shared with a journalist through an app called Signal. The story broke yesterday from The Atlantic's editor-in-chief, and it's been the biggest political story of the last 24 hours. Many in the national security sector say this is a huge breach; the White House says no classified information was actually shared. The Inside Sources hosts discuss this developing story and get a cybersecurity perspective from Brandon Amacher, director of the Emerging Tech Policy Lab and an instructor at Utah Valley University. The hosts also talk about potential legal ramifications with KSL Legal Analyst and Inside Sources co-host Greg Skordas.    GOP Senators balance needs of the budget and Pres. Trump’s agenda  Republican Senators are working hard to keep President Trump's agenda alive, focusing on several things like addressing Medicaid and Social Security, tackling the nation's debt, and boosting defense spending. The Inside Sources host talk about a few of those points and what Utah’s Senator John Curtis is saying about potential cuts.    Governor Cox vetoes first bill of 2025; also signs another 75 bills  Governor Cox has vetoed his first bill of the year -- one that would have changed the process by which some property taxes are collected and distributed to local school districts. The bill, Senate Bill 37, was sponsored by Senator Lincoln Fillmore. It faced opposition from many educational groups and the State Auditor. Hosts Leah Murray and Rusty Cannon share their thoughts on the governor’s decision to veto and also discuss some of the other 75 bills he signed yesterday.    Civics education: The three branches of government  In the past few weeks, there's been a lot of discussion about each of the three branches of government and their roles. Many people have said things like "the courts can't tell a President what to do" or "Why is the President talking about budgets when that's up to Congress to decide." Rusty recently finished a book called "A Republic If You Can Keep It" -- he shares some thoughts from that book that tie in with the discussions currently going on in our country.    Pres. Trump: Portrait in Colorado Capitol was “purposefully distorted”  Have you ever had a bad photo taken of yourself? How about a bad portrait? Some people – including the President himself – have taken to social media to complain about a portrait of President Trump hanging in the Colorado State Capitol. Leah Murray and Rusty Cannon have a fun conversation on artistic standards.   

"It’s time to wind down the Department of Education" That's the headline for Governor Spencer Cox's new op-ed... in the Washington Examiner.. KSL Newsradio Reporter Adam Small gives an overview of what's in the piece. Co-Host of Inside Sources and Political Insider, Taylor Morgan joins the show with analysis on the message Governor Cox may be sending.

Hosts: Leah Murray and Rusty Cannon  One teacher in Weber County is using TikTok -- and her smooth dance skills -- to raise money for school lunches. Kati Jo Christensen dances on her TikTok channel and raises funds to help pay off school lunch debt for students around the district. While she’s dancing around, we wait to see if Governor Cox will sign HB100, which would also help kids get free lunches at school. 

Hosts: Leah Murray and Rusty Cannon  Trump appeals to SCOTUS on birthright citizenship; Judge says some federal employees must be rehired  The Trump Administration is now taking their appeal for a rethinking of birthright citizenship to the highest court in the land. The Supreme Court has not yet said if they will or will not take the case, but it’s a major update in this fight involving the 14th Amendment. At the same time, a federal judge has ruled that the Trump Administration must also rehire thousands of probationary federal workers who were laid off. We begin Inside Sources discussing the latest on these two legal challenges.    Putin agrees ‘in principle’ to temporary ceasefire with Ukraine  New developments today in the potential for a ceasefire between Ukraine and Russia: Russian President Vladimir Putin said he agrees in principle with a U.S.-backed proposal for a 30-day ceasefire with Ukraine. Okay... so what does that mean? And is that enough? Inside Sources delves into this update and analyzes whether or not it could lead to lasting peace.    President Trump says he won’t back down on tariffs  The back-and-forth on tariffs continues today. President Trump says he will impose a 200% tariff on all wine, champagne, and alcohol coming in from France and other EU countries. The only way he won't put these tariffs in place is if the European Union lifts the tariffs they put in place on the US ... in response to the President's tariffs that he put in place this week on steel and aluminum imports. The Inside Sources hosts discuss how these reciprocal tariffs are affecting consumer sentiment.    Congressional check-in with Representative Mike Kennedy  Utah's newest Congressman has been in office for just under three months, so we wanted to check in with him on how things are going. 3rd Congressional District Representative Mike Kennedy is sponsoring legislation with Senators Mike Lee and John Curtis that would block 'Wall Street' control of Utah's public lands. He joins Inside Sources to explain the bill and give his takes on the federal budget.    Two methods of providing lunches to Utah’s students  One teacher in Weber County is using TikTok -- and her smooth dance skills -- to raise money for school lunches. Kati Jo Christensen dances on her TikTok channel and raises funds to help pay off school lunch debt for students around the district. While she’s dancing around, we wait to see if Governor Cox will sign HB100, which would also help kids get free lunches at school.   

Governor Cox pitched late last year his hopes to eliminate the tax on social security in Utah. Now it seems that dream is far from reality. Holly Richardson, Editor with Utah Policy joins with the latest information on where things stand.  Senator Dan McCay calls in to discuss his views on the eliminating the tax.  Listeners join the show with their take on the matter.

The Rod and Greg Show Daily Rundown – Friday, February 28, 20254:38 pm: Senate President Stuart Adams joins Rod and Greg for their weekly conversation about the week at the 2025 Utah Legislature, and today they'll discuss a new raise for the state's schoolteachers.6:05 pm: Representative Rex Shipp joins the program to discuss his bill which would make the decisions of school boards in Utah subject to voter referendum.6:20 pm: Benjamin Dierker, Executive Director of the Alliance for Innovation and Infrastructure joins the show for a conversation about his piece for Real Clear Energy in which he writes that carbon emissions in America will fall under the leadership of President Donald Trump.6:38 pm: We will listen back to this week's conversations with Representative Stephanie Gricius on her bill banning the use of fluoride in Utah drinking water, a bill that now awaits the signature of Governor Cox, and (at 6:50 pm) with Christopher Bedford of Blaze Media on how the GOP's old tricks to ignore a President's wishes aren't working on Donald Trump.

Hosts: Marty Carpenter and Erin Rider  Last night, Governor Spencer Cox gave his annual ‘State of the State’ address before the Utah Legislature. It’s arguably his biggest speech of the year, and his message was all about building. He highlighted 5 specific areas where Utah can “build” as we grow. Inside Sources hosts Erin Rider and Marty Carpenter discuss the overall message and share their biggest takeaways from the governor’s speech. 

In January of 2023, Brigham Young University released a dire report about the Great Salt Lake. The biggest takeaway? The lake will be gone in five years. Then, a major snowfall hit the state, we had a record-breaking winter and Governor Cox called the report a joke.