Podcast appearances and mentions of Spencer Cox

Utah is facing a record-breaking surge in homelessness, with an 18% increase in 2025 alone. Greg and Holly unpack the growing crisis and the political tensions surrounding it. Salt Lake City Mayor Erin Mendenhall says the Legislature has failed to fully fund critical programs, while Governor Spencer Cox and top lawmakers point to $266 million already spent. Who’s right—and what’s next for Utah’s homeless population? Greg and Holly discuss the numbers, the policies and the people caught in the middle.

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. 

Utah Gov. Spencer Cox wants to double energy production in the state within the next ten years, and he and other state leaders are betting that a new generation of nuclear reactors can help.

With Utah's first-in-the-nation ban on fluoride in public drinking water having taken effect May 7, dentists who treat children and low-income patients said they're bracing for an influx of tooth decay among the state's most vulnerable. Republican Gov. Spencer Cox signed the law against the recommendation of many dentists and national health organizations who warned removing fluoride would harm tooth development, especially in young patients without regular access to dental care. U.S. Health Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. applauded Utah for being the first state to enact a ban and said he plans to direct the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) to stop recommending fluoridation nationwide. As of May 7, communities across the state were no longer able to decide whether to add a low dose of the cavity-preventing mineral to their water supply. Before the ban became law, a majority of Utah water systems did not add fluoride. The state in 2022 ranked 44th in the nation for the percentage of residents who received fluoridated water, with about two in five receiving it, according to CDC data. The law impacts about 1.6 million Utah residents who live in Davis and Salt Lake counties, and Brigham City, according to the Utah Department of Health and Human Services. In communities like Salt Lake City—the largest city removing fluoride from its water supply—dentists over the past weeks said many patients were unaware of the fast-approaching ban, and most did not realize the city had been adding fluoride to their drinking water for nearly two decades. Fluoride fortifies teeth and reduces cavities by replacing minerals lost during normal wear and tear, according to the CDC. It's especially important for children whose teeth are still developing. For some low-income families, public drinking water containing fluoride may be their only source of preventative dental care. At Salt Lake Donated Dental Services, providers expect their monthslong waitlist for children's procedures requiring sedation to grow and their need for volunteer dentists to skyrocket. The effects of the ban on children's teeth will likely be visible within the next year, said Sasha Harvey, the clinic's executive director. This article was provided by The Associated Press.

On this week's episode of the Take 2 Podcast, Heidi Hatch is joined by Maura Carabello of the Exoro Group and KNRS host and former House Speaker Greg Hughes to break down a busy week in politics, from national feuds to shifting Utah leadership.The Trump–Musk Bromance EndsWhat began as a mutual admiration between Donald Trump and Elon Musk has unraveled in public view. Musk recently criticized the federal deficit, saying, “We have a $2 trillion deficit. It keeps growing. Our interest payments are higher than our defense department budget.” That didn't sit well with Trump. While the split has sparked national chatter, Utah Sen. Mike Lee tried to play peacemaker, saying simply, “But I really like both of them.”New Leadership in Utah's House GOPFollowing a special election, Utah House Republicans selected a new leadership team:Speaker: Mike SchultzMajority Leader: Casey SniderMajority Whip: Candice PierucciAssistant Whip: Bridger BolinderUtah Democrats Elect New Party LeadersRoughly 1,400 delegates, both in person and remote, participated in the Utah Democratic Party's convention over the weekend. Former lawmaker and 2024 gubernatorial candidate Brian King was elected party chair. Other leadership includes:Vice Chair: Susan MerrillSecretary: Brad DickterTreasurer: Catherine VoutazKing, who spent 16 years in the Utah Legislature, will now steer the party into 2026 and beyond.GOP Lawmakers Threaten Legislation Over Pride MonthUtah Jazz and the Utah Mammoth celebrating Pride Month sparked pushback from some Republican lawmakers. Rep. Trevor Lee posted on X, “Nothing makes Utahns more mad when political ideologies get pushed into their lives Watch for some significant legislation this next session that pushes back onto these woke groups!” The debate centers on whether tax dollars should support private entities that publicly support LGBTQ+ causes.Cox Appoints Former Reyes Aide to Lead Records OfficeGov. Spencer Cox named Lonny Pehrson to lead Utah's new Government Records Office. Pehrson previously served in the Attorney General's Office and was involved in efforts to keep AG Sean Reyes' calendar from public disclosure, raising concerns from transparency advocates.Utah Supreme Court Justice to Step DownJustice John Pearce will leave the bench in December after a decade on the state's high court. In his resignation, Pearce said he plans to return to private practice and continue teaching at the University of Utah's S.J. Quinney College of Law. Cox will appoint a replacement from a list of seven candidates provided by the Appellate Nominating Commission. Senate confirmation is required.ATVs Return to Glen CanyonOff-road vehicles are officially back at Glen Canyon after former President Trump signed a resolution overturning a National Park Service rule. The legislation, sponsored by Rep. Celeste Maloy and Sens. John Curtis and Mike Lee, restores ATV access to 24 miles of park roads.Phil Lyman Teases 'Major Announcement'Utah Rep. Phil Lyman hinted at a big development as a public interest group from the East Coast plans to file a lawsuit in the state.Listen to the full episode of the Take 2 Podcast for in-depth commentary from Heidi, Maura, and Greg.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Utah Gov. Spencer Cox wants 35,000 new starter homes; could some of them be condos? Host Ali Vallarta and executive producer Emily Means give the latest update on the housing market. Plus, "Mountainhead" movie hilarity, and shoutouts.Resources and references: ‘We desperately need to do more': Utah Gov. Cox convenes mayors to urge more action on housing [Utah News Dispatch] Where Condos Fit in Salt Lake's Housing Crisis [City Cast Salt Lake] The ‘Mountainhead' House [Realtor.com] Become a member of City Cast Salt Lake today! It's the best way to support our work and help make sure we are around for years to come. Get all the details and sign up at membership.citycast.fm. Subscribe to Hey Salt Lake, our daily morning newsletter. You can also find us on Instagram @CityCastSLC. Looking to advertise on City Cast Salt Lake? Check out our options for podcast and newsletter ads. Learn more about the sponsors of this episode:  Utah Arts Festival Salt Lake Sewciety Red Butte Garden West Valley Arts Cozy Earth - Go to cozyearth.com and use code COZYSALTLAKE for 40% off all men's apparel and more Workshopslc.com - use code CITYCAST for 20% off. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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. 

Gov. Spencer Cox has been hosting the U.S. Deputy Secretary of Labor today as they tour the Utah Electrical Training Alliance and talk about the importance of apprenticeships for America's workforce. U.S. Deputy Secretary of Labor Keith Sonderling joined the show to give an inside look of the trip.

Gov. Spencer Cox is taking cues from Elon Musk and rolling out Utah's version of DOGE. Socio-pop anthropologist Cassie Bingham and executive producer Emily Means break down what government efficiency actually means. Plus, a lesbian burger joint, the Great Salt Lake hits national news (again), and a hot seat on the Salt Lake County council.  Resources and references: Gov. Cox, ‘so excited' about DOGE, just announced a similar initiative for Utah [Salt Lake Tribune] The Great Salt Lake is drying. Has Utah lost the will to save it? [Salt Lake Tribune and New York Times]  Corporations Have Rights. Should the Great Salt Lake? Become a member of City Cast Salt Lake today! It's the best way to support our work and help make sure we are around for years to come. Get all the details and sign up at membership.citycast.fm. Subscribe to Hey Salt Lake, our daily morning newsletter. You can also find us on Instagram @CityCastSLC. Looking to advertise on City Cast Salt Lake? Check out our options for podcast and newsletter ads. Learn more about the sponsors of this episode:  Salt Lake City Arts Council Salt Lake City Government The Shop Babbel - Get up to 60% off at Babbel.com/CITYCAST Prolonlife.com/city - Use this link for 15% off Live Crude - Get $10 off your first CRUDE purchase with promo code CITYCASTSLC. Workshopslc.com - use code CITYCAST for 20% off. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Hosts: Erin Rider and Rusty Cannon  Trump’s first 100 days: The economy and immigration  President Trump has passed the 100-day mark of his second presidency. The first part of this term hasn't been without controversy – whether it's tariffs, the economy, immigration, the rule of law, or DOGE – we've had plenty to discuss through the last few months. Our discussion on the President's achievements and controversies covers tariffs and the economy, as well as the border and immigration.    The role of local law enforcement in immigration policy and practice  Utah law enforcers find themselves in the middle of the debate on immigration. KSL 5 TV continues its series ‘Immigration 2025: The Dream Divided’ by taking a deeper look at immigration policies and the role local law enforcement agencies play in those processes. The Inside Sources hosts share their takes on how local law enforcement might partner with ICE.    Wisconsin judge accused of helping illegal immigrant evade authorities  More developments today in the case of a Wisconsin judge accused of helping an illegal immigrant run and hide from federal immigration officials. Judge Hannah Dugan was arrested last week. Now, the Wisconsin Supreme Court is suspending her indefinitely while the case plays out. Erin and Rusty discuss how this case could affect trust in the judiciary.    Power rates set to increase for most Utahns  Power bills are going up, but not by as much as previously proposed. The Utah Public Service Commission will allow Rocky Mountain Power to increase power rates; that would amount to $87.2 million – a far cry from the earlier $667.3 million ask from Rocky Mountain Power. Inside Sources talks about the change and what the average Utah family can expect to see.    Utah partnership with Wyoming, Idaho to further develop nuclear energy  Governor Spencer Cox and the State Legislature have been pushing for Utah to grow into a national leader in energy development. Now, the state is joining forces with Idaho and Wyoming to further nuclear development and work together for "commonsense federal policies" around nuclear energy. Emy Lesofski, Energy Advisor and Utah Office of Energy Development Director joins the program to talk about the partnership and what it means for the future of energy in Utah.    Salt Lake County Council approves sale of part of the Salt Palace  Smith Entertainment Group, which owns the Utah Jazz and the Utah Hockey Club, has the approval from the Salt Lake County Council to purchase part of the Salt Palace convention center downtown. The sale includes about a dozen parcels of county-owned land -- roughly 6.5 acres. The sale price? A little over $55.4 million dollars. If everything goes as planned, partial demolition of the Salt Palace will begin in 2027.    Renovation plans for the Delta Center released  Major renovations are coming to the Delta Cente, and now we're getting a better idea of the kind of renovations. Smith Entertainment Group released plans this morning, showing how they'll redesign the Delta Center to make it more conducive to both basketball and hockey. The Inside Sources hosts share their thoughts on the plans.   

Hosts: Erin Rider and Rusty Cannon  Governor Spencer Cox and the State Legislature have been pushing for Utah to grow into a national leader in energy development. Now, the state is joining forces with Idaho and Wyoming to further nuclear development and work together for "commonsense federal policies" around nuclear energy. Emy Lesofski, Energy Advisor and Utah Office of Energy Development Director joins the program to talk about the partnership and what it means for the future of energy in Utah. 

Hosts: Leah Murray and Guest Host Holly Richardson  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. 

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 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..    

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Hosts: Erin Rider and Andy Cupp  Governor Spencer Cox -- joined by state, business, and energy leaders -- continues to tour Canada this week on a mission to strengthen trade ties between the state and Canada. One thing that's been a focus of the visit so far is energy and natural resources. In fact, Canada's Fraser Institute has identified Utah as not one of the most -- but as THE MOST -- attractive location for mining investment. Brian Somers, President of the Utah Mining Association is there on the trade mission and joins us to share some insights. 

Hosts: Erin Rider and Andy Cupp  SCOTUS rules in favor of Pres. Trump over Alien Enemies Act  President Trump may move forward with the deportation of Tren de Aragua gang members. That's according to a narrowly split ruling from the United States Supreme Court. But those who are set to be deported must receive due process -- they must receive notice of their deportation under the Alien Enemies Act and must also get their day in court to plead their case as to why they shouldn't be deported. The Inside Sources hosts go in-depth on the ruling.    SCOTUS blocks order requiring Trump administration to reinstate fired federal workers  More confusion today for thousands of federal probationary workers recently fired by the Trump administration. A federal judge had ordered the administration to reinstate those employees, saying the process for the firings was a problem. But this morning, the U.S. Supreme Court reversed that lower court's decision. Now, the Trump Administration has the green light to move ahead with the firings and not worry about reinstating those workers.    Dozens of countries looking to negotiate new tariffs  Will the massive tariffs placed on foreign countries trigger negotiations and improve the trade imbalance? It's what President Trump said would happen, but economists still aren't convinced. However, there are reports now of dozens of countries already reaching out to the administration asking to renegotiate trade and tariffs. That news sent stocks hirer today. Inside Sources discusses the possible negotiations and Congress’ role in all of it.    Cabinet members visit Utah – a sign of the state’s growing political influence?  During their visits to Utah yesterday, three members of President Trump's Cabinet praised the state for its work along the lines of health, food, and transportation. Health and Human Services Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. spoke of wanting to implement a similar ban on fluoride in drinking water – something Utah passed during the legislative session – and make it nationwide. Erin and Andy talk about the growing status of Utah in national politics.    Opinion: Utah will continue trend of cutting taxes  During this last legislative session, the Utah state legislature prioritized giving Utahns yet another tax cut -- for the fifth year in a row. And even though the budget was looking tight, they still found a way to eliminate some taxes, including some taxes on social security benefits. Deseret News Opinion Editor Jay Evensen thinks this tax-cutting trend will continue. He joins the show to talk more about that.    Utah pursuing mining partnership with Canada  Governor Spencer Cox -- joined by state, business, and energy leaders -- continues to tour Canada this week on a mission to strengthen trade ties between the state and Canada. One thing that's been a focus of the visit so far is energy and natural resources. In fact, Canada's Fraser Institute has identified Utah as not one of the most -- but as THE MOST -- attractive location for mining investment. Brian Somers, President of the Utah Mining Association is there on the trade mission and joins us to share some insights.    Dire wolves coming back from extinction  It may sound a little Jurassic Park, and it sort of is. Scientists, using DNA from teeth and bones, say they’ve been able to bring back the extinct dire wolf. Erin and Andy finish the show discussing the potential ethical implications of such a move.   

Hosts: Adam Gardiner and Taylor Morgan  22 Republican governor’s sent President Trump a letter on Tuesday in support of the Senate’s budget resolution. Utah governor Spencer Cox was among those who signed the letter. The White House hosted a meeting Tuesday afternoon to try and convince House Republicans to flip their votes. Adam and Taylor break down the interactions between the two sides. 

Hosts: Adam Gardiner and Taylor Morgan  Trump announces 90-day pause on tariff plan  Earlier today President Donald Trump announced a 90-day pause on the new tariffs. The stock market roller coaster is over... for now. Taylor and Adam break down whether this was Trump’s plan in the first place, or if it was a reaction to the public outrage.    What’s next for the Trump administration?  Following the 90-day pause on tariffs, what does the Trump administration do next? How do they move forward on these eggshells? Scott Condie, Associate Professor of Economics at BYU, joins the show to discuss some of the steps the Trump administration could take in the next 90 days. Adam and Taylor share their thoughts on what could be on the horizon.    Will the tariffs help Republicans in the midterm elections?  At the National Republican Committee fundraiser Tuesday night, President Donald Trump said that the new tariffs would be good for Republicans in the midterm elections. Taylor and Adam discuss how voters might view the Trump administration’s plan for tariffs and how the 90-day pause could affect what happens.    Judges stop deportation of 5 Venezuelans   Federal judges in New York and Texas took legal action today to block the government from moving five Venezuelans out of the country until they can fight the government's attempt to remove them under a law that gives the president the power to imprison and deport noncitizens in times of war. The Alien Enemies Act has only been used three times in the past: The War of 1812, WWI and WWII. Taylor and Adam look at the processes the Trump administration and the federal courts are going through to for these deportations.    Republican governors on the same page with budget resolution  22 Republican governor’s sent President Trump a letter on Tuesday in support of the Senate’s budget resolution. Utah governor Spencer Cox was among those who signed the letter. The White House hosted a meeting Tuesday afternoon to try and convince House Republicans to flip their votes. Adam and Taylor break down the interactions between the two sides.    University of Utah President accused of being “authoritarian”   University of Utah President, Taylor Randall is being accused of being “draconian” and “authoritarian” after he sent out a memo last month calling for a review of all campus policies to make sure they adequately limit the authority of professors. This is part of ongoing tensions between faculty and the president over who has power at a public university. Taylor and Adam discuss some of the steps that led to this accusation.    How coal executive order is going to affect energy in Utah  Donald Trump signed an executive order on Tuesday to delay closure of some coal-fired power plants and end the federal moratorium on coal leases. Coal remains a component of the U.S. energy portfolio and in Utah, the state derives 46% of its net electricity generation from coal. That is down from 75% in 2015. Brian Somers, President of the Utah Mining Association, joins the Adam and Taylor to discuss what this new executive order means for Utah.    Real ID is FINALLY coming to an airport near you  We're less than one month away from the Real ID deadline (May. 7). That means you have to have a physical ID when you go through the airport. The question remains... are they going to follow through this time? The movement started back in 2005! Taylor and Adam break down some of the pros and cons of this new initiative.   

Hosts: Greg Skordas and Leah Murray  Tariff turmoil: Stocks fall, China imposes new tariffs, Utahns worried about the future  Is it appropriate to say we're now in a trade war? Following President Trump's announcement of steep tariffs on countries worldwide on Wednesday, the markets have seen two days of terrible performance. Then this morning, China announced their own steep tariffs on U.S.-made products. To top it all off, financial analysts with J.P. Morgan have boosted their odds on a global recession to 60 percent as of today. Americans seem to be worried, and Utahns aren’t immune. Troy Keller, Advisor on International Trade and Commercial Policy for World Trade Center Utah joins the conversation.   Trump administration fires National Security Council staffers for ‘disloyalty’  The White House has fired several officials within the administration, including several National Security Council staffers, over claims that those officials were disloyal to President Trump. This comes after the President's team met with far-right activist Laura Loomer. The Inside Sources hosts discuss this relationship and how influential outside folks are being on President Trump.   The future of nuclear energy in Utah  The 2025 Legislative General Session here in Utah saw Republicans hoping to tackle a looming energy crisis in the state. The answer? They say it's nuclear. In fact, positioning Utah as the new energy frontier was on the list of top priorities for the Republican caucuses. All this to say... the state is pretty gung-ho to explore and expand nuclear energy. Inside Sources dig into the pros and cons of nuclear energy and its future here. Chris Hayter, President, COO, and co-founder of Hi Tech Solutions joins to give a “for” perspective and Lexi Tuddenham, Executive Director of HEAL Utah gives an “against” perspective.    On the Hill 2025: Governor holds ceremonial signing for bills dealing with technology and kids  This morning, Governor Spencer Cox held a ceremonial bill signing to highlight a few bills passed by the Utah State Legislature this year, which aim to protect kids online, remove phones from classrooms, and give people control of their personal information on social media. The Inside Sources hosts share their thoughts on these bills and the effects they could have.   

Hosts: Greg Skordas and Leah Murray  This morning, Governor Spencer Cox held a ceremonial bill signing to highlight a few bills passed by the Utah State Legislature this year, which aim to protect kids online, remove phones from classrooms, and give people control of their personal information on social media. The Inside Sources hosts share their thoughts on these bills and the effects they could have. 

We've got to get back to sound money and just compete on the world stage,” urges Utah Rep. Ken Ivory. In this exclusive interview with Daniela Cambone, Rep. Ivory discusses the groundbreaking HB306 bill, which, if passed, would make Utah the first state in the U.S. to allow vendor payments in gold.The bill passed unanimously in the House and secured strong support in the Senate, yet it was vetoed by Gov. Spencer Cox. Despite this setback, Rep. Ivory remains optimistic: “Every Republican, every Democrat voted for it in the House, and 25 out of 29 senators voted for it in the Senate. Those are veto-proof majorities. So why he would veto it is really kind of inexplicable.”Beyond HB306, Rep. Ivory warns of the nation's growing debt crisis and advocates for a return to sound money. Don't miss this crucial conversation on where HB306 is headed and what it means for the future of sound money in the U.S.Questions on Protecting Your Wealth with Gold & Silver? Schedule a Strategy Call Here ➡️ https://calendly.com/itmtrading/podcastor Call 866-349-3310

New data from Bankrate shows to afford a home in the state of Utah you need an annual household income of $151,956-check in on the efforts to bring in more affordable housing here in Utah. We also learned this week, in a recent poll from Noble Predictive Insights, nearly sixty percent of Utah voters under thirty have said that they have considered moving out of state due to the rising costs. We speak to Steve Waldrip, Senior Advisor for Housing Strategy for Governor Spencer Cox, to check in on the governor's effort to bring in more affordable housing to Utah.

Utah Gov. Spencer Cox has been a busy bee deciding which bills to sign into law or veto. Host Ali Vallarta and executive producer Emily Means talk through the most controversial ones and how they will impact you. Plus, a new mental health resource, a must-have accessory, and how to get fluoride.  Resources and references: Cox vetoes bill giving him the power to pick the Utah Supreme Court's chief justice [KUER] Cox vetoes property tax and school funding bill [FOX 13] Utah Gov. Cox signs away the state's popular universal vote-by-mail election system, requiring opting in [Salt Lake Tribune] Ballot initiatives in Utah now have more requirements after Gov. Cox signs bill [Utah News Dispatch] Utah bans fluoride in public drinking water, a first in the US [AP] Utah adds protections for child influencers following YouTuber Ruby Franke's child abuse conviction [FOX 13] Utah becomes first state to ban LGBTQ+ pride flags in government buildings and schools [AP] Become a member of City Cast Salt Lake today! It's the best way to support our work and help make sure we are around for years to come. Get all the details and sign up at membership.citycast.fm. Subscribe to Hey Salt Lake, our daily morning newsletter. You can also find us on Instagram @CityCastSLC. Looking to advertise on City Cast Salt Lake? Check out our options for podcast and newsletter ads. Learn more about the sponsors of this episode:  Salt Lake Bees Live Crude - Get $10 off your first CRUDE purchase with promo code CITYCASTSLC. Workshopslc.com - use code CITYCAST for 20% off. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

John's monologue this time is a mixed bag of stories. He talks about ICE's illegal arrest of Tufts University PhD grad student Rumeysa Ozturk; Utah's governor Spencer Cox turning a blind eye to his state banning LGBTQ pride flags; Trump's so-called "Liberation Day" - April 2nd when reciprocal tariffs (in addition to others like car parts) are set to go into effect; the never-ending excuses from the GOP over the Signalgate debacle; and Trump backing down on his Canadian badmouthing after the new Prime Minister of Canada - Mark Carney - sets the tone and draws the line on Trump's bullying. Then, comedians Natalia Reagan and TV's Frank Conniff are back and they joke around with John and listeners about pop culture, current news, and the latest mishigas from Trump and company.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

The Rod and Greg Show Daily Rundown – Thursday, March 27, 20254:20 pm: Economist Steve Moore, co-founder of Unleash Prosperity, joins Rod and Greg for their weekly conversation about politics and the nation's economy, and today they'll discuss the tariffs Donald Trump has placed on foreign auto makers.4:38 pm: Representative Jeff Burton joins the show to discuss the changes lawmakers made to Utah's vote-by-mail system during the legislative session, changes there were approved by Governor Spencer Cox.6:05 pm: John Daniel Davidson, Senior Correspondent at The Federalist, joins Rod and Greg to discuss his recent piece on how the judicial insurrection against Donald Trump is worse than previously thought.6:38 pm: Jake Morabito, Director of the Communications and Technology Task Force for the American Legislative Exchange Council, joins Rod and Greg to discuss Utah's new App Store Accountability Act and whey he says there are less restrictive ways to ensure online safety.

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.

Hosts: Erin Rider and Taylor Morgan  Governor Spencer Cox has vetoed his second bill of 2025. Senate Bill 296 would have changed how the Chief Justice of the Utah Supreme Court is chosen. Currently, the other justices on the State Supreme Court choose the Chief Justice. The bill -- which Cox vetoed yesterday -- would have given the selection power to the Governor himself, with confirmation from the State Senate. Erin Rider and Taylor Morgan discuss the Governor’s reasoning for vetoing the bill. 

Hosts: Erin Rider and Taylor Morgan  SCOTUS upholds Biden-era rules on ghost guns  The United States Supreme Court has upheld another Biden-era rule. In a 7-2 decision, the Court upheld a lower court's ruling requiring background checks and other protective measures for ghost guns. As a result of the decision, ghost guns will continue to be treated the same as fully assembled firearms. The Inside Sources hosts break down the decision.    The Atlantic releases all messages involved in “SignalGate” fiasco  "SignalGate" isn't going away anytime soon. More Congressional hearings today as lawmakers try to figure out how the editor-in-chief of The Atlantic was included on an unsecured chat discussing military plans on the app Signal. The White House is blaming the whole fiasco on the journalist, Jeffrey Goldberg. Meanwhile National Security Advisor Mike Waltz says he takes full responsibility for the gaffe. Inside Sources digs into the latest, including a full release of all the messages in the chat.    RFK Jr. Reportedly looking to ban pharmaceutical television ads  Just turn on the TV for a bit, and you’re bound to see a drug advertisement that’s so common here in the United States. The U.S. and New Zealand are the only countries that allow drug companies to advertise directly to consumers, and it's a big business.  But they could be going away... if Director of Health and Human Services Robert F. Kennedy Jr. gets his way. Inside Sources discusses this possibility.    Utah A.G. taking part in lawsuit over the Clean Air Act  Utah's involved in a lawsuit against the Environmental Protection Agency over which courts can rule on disputes involving the Clean Air Act. Utah Attorney General Derek Brown and his team argued before the U.S. Supreme Court yesterday, saying that federal courts closer to the individual states should be able to rule on Clean Air Act disputes.  Right now, those disputes go to a federal court in Washington, DC – something which some describe as giving a "home court advantage" to the EPA.    Gov. Cox vetoes bill that would have changed the relationship between the judicial and the executive branches  Governor Spencer Cox has vetoed his second bill of 2025. Senate Bill 296 would have changed how the Chief Justice of the Utah Supreme Court is chosen. Currently, the other justices on the State Supreme Court choose the Chief Justice. The bill -- which Cox vetoed yesterday -- would have given the selection power to the Governor himself, with confirmation from the State Senate. Erin Rider and Taylor Morgan discuss the Governor’s reasoning for vetoing the bill.    Polling data released on Republicans in Utah  New polling shows something most politicos in the state already know -- Republicans still dominate the political scene in Utah. But the data also shows that there are factions splitting the party... largely over President Donald Trump. Inside Sources host Taylor Morgan is a polling nerd; he breaks down the findings with co-host Erin Rider.    Tensing relationships between Greenland and the U.S.  Last weekend, the White House announced that Second Lady Usha Vance would head to Greenland. Now, Vice President JD Vance, National Security Advisor Mike Waltz, and Energy Secretary Chris Wright have announced that they will go with her. It comes amid tense relations between the U.S., Greenland, and Denmark. Inside Sources discusses the latest on foreign policy.    Washington, D.C. to become Washington, D.A.?  Should Washington, DC become Washington, DA? Several Republican lawmakers have posited the idea of getting rid of the District of Columbia and replacing it with the District of America. Just yesterday, Colorado Representative Lauren Boebert warned other lawmakers to stop making fun of Trump's "Gulf of America,” saying that the "District of America" could be coming next.     

Governor Spencer Cox has used his first veto of the year on a bill to reroute property tax.  The bill would have diverted funds for education to a pool of funds then divvy it back out to schools. We speak to Senator Lincoln Fillmore about the bill and State Auditor Tina Cannon calls in to discuss why she supports the veto.

Why credit card rewards can be bad for your family budget Governor Spencer Cox's first veto The political whiplash of owning a Tesla Segway recalls nearly 220,000  scooters due to fall hazard 23andMe files for Bankruptcy, customers urged to delete data Lawn wars! The battle to outshine your neighbors!

Governor Spencer Cox has vetoed his first bill of 2025. Senate Bill 37 would have diverted some taxpayer dollars meant for education into a state-owned account... before it can be sent to school districts. Joining me live is KSL NewsRadio Inside Sources Executive Producer Andy Cupp.

Hosts: Rusty Cannon and Taylor Morgan   Referendum against HB267 launches  The countdown is on. The Utah Education Association, along with several other unions, has launched their referendum against HB267 -- the bill that banned public labor union collective bargaining. They have to get roughly 141,000 signatures by April 16th. While they're working to get signatures for their referendum, other groups are working on those same people hoping they will rescind their signatures and scuttle the referendum effort. Inside Sources begins with detailed analysis of the situation.    U.S. fights back against Houthi rebels in Yemen  Under President Trump, U.S. military forces have ramped up airstrikes against Houthi rebels living in the Middle Eastern country of Yemen. Over the weekend, 53 people were killed by the strikes. Megan Reiss, Nonresident Senior Fellow at the Scowcroft Center for Strategy and Security, and the Founder and CEO of SolidIntel joins the conversation to break down how this situation truly affects those of us here in the U.S.    Senate Democrats feeling fallout over their vote on the federal budget  The federal government is operating normally today following a vote on Friday to fund the government through September. But the fallout continues, especially against Senate Democrats who split on their vote on the Republican-backed C.R. Now, there's talk about a "lack of confidence" in Senate Minority Leader Chuck Schumer. What’s the latest with the future of the Democratic Party? Listen to find out.    How the pause in federal funding is affecting Utah’s international exchange programs  Just a week after taking office, President Trump issued an executive order freezing several kinds of federal funding. That funding -- as well as several kinds of international funding -- have been in limbo in the meantime. Felecia Maxfield-Barrett from Utah Global Diplomacy joins Inside Sources to discuss this freeze and how it's affecting some Utah organizations nearly three months later.    Trump administration ignores judicial order preventing some deportations  Over the weekend, President Trump invoked the Aliens Enemies Act of 1798 to speed up deportations of alleged Venezuelan gang members to countries like Venezuela and Honduras. And although a federal judge issued a "stay" on the deportations, two planes full of illegal migrants landed in Central America. KSL Legal Analyst Greg Skordas joins to break down the legal nuances of the situation.    Utah’s own “DOGE”: The State Auditor’s office  The past few months have been full of news and discussion with DOGE. The state of Texas even created their own DOGE after seeing how it worked on the national stage. But here in Utah, we have another name for DOGE: the State Auditor. The Inside Sources hosts discuss the role of the State Auditor in helping government be more transparent and accessible.    Gov. Cox calls for dismantling of Dept. of Education in new Op-Ed  Conservatives have long fought for a reduction or full dismantling of the U.S. Department of Education. As President Trump and Elon Musk's DOGE have made major cuts in that department, it's brought concern from more liberal lawmakers and several leaders of various states. But Utah's Governor Spencer Cox is fully behind the full dismantling, writing in a new opinion piece that it's about "returning power to where it belongs: to states and local communities."   

Hosts: Rusty Cannon and Taylor Morgan   Conservatives have long fought for a reduction or full dismantling of the U.S. Department of Education. As President Trump and Elon Musk's DOGE have made major cuts in that department, it's brought concern from more liberal lawmakers and several leaders of various states. But Utah's Governor Spencer Cox is fully behind the full dismantling, writing in a new opinion piece that it's about "returning power to where it belongs: to states and local communities." 

"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.

The Rich Zeoli Show- Hour 1: 3:05pm- Musk Derangement Syndrome: Social media users are now calling on Tesla owners to sell their vehicles in response to CEO Elon Musk's work with the Trump Administration's Department of Government Efficiency. In one viral clip, TikTok influencer Damien Slash vowed to send Tesla's stock to “zero” and questioned whether the electric vehicle company will even still exist one year from now. 3:10pm- Utah is set to become the first state to ban the use of fluoride in public water systems—Governor Spencer Cox confirmed he plans to sign a bill that will put the policy into effect in early May. 3:15pm- On Monday, the social media platform X was hit with a “massive cyberattack,” according to owner Elon Musk. Could Russia be responsible? Musk notably provided the Ukrainian military with access to his satellite constellation Starlink—allowing Ukrainians to communicate with one another efficiently on the battlefield while repelling Russian aggression. 3:30pm- In a post to social media, Director of National Intelligence Tulsi Gabbard wrote: “Per POTUS's directive, I have revoked security clearances and barred access to classified information for Antony Blinken, Jake Sullivan, Lisa Monaco, Mark Zaid, Norman Eisen, Letitia James, Alvin Bragg, and Andrew Weissman, along with the 51 signers of the Hunter Biden ‘disinformation' letter. The President's Daily Brief is no longer being provided to former President Biden.” 3:35pm- Why does Rich have chopsticks? 3:40pm- According to research from the Heritage Foundation's Oversight Project, former President Joe Biden signed dozens of executive orders with an “autopen”—raising questions about the legitimacy of those actions. Did Biden know what he was signing? Earlier this year, Speaker Mike Johnson (R-LA) revealed that during a closed-door meeting Biden had no recollection of signing an executive order that effectively froze new liquid natural gas export permits.

The Rich Zeoli Show- Full Episode (03/10/2025): 3:05pm- Musk Derangement Syndrome: Social media users are now calling on Tesla owners to sell their vehicles in response to CEO Elon Musk's work with the Trump Administration's Department of Government Efficiency. In one viral clip, TikTok influencer Damien Slash vowed to send Tesla's stock to “zero” and questioned whether the electric vehicle company will even still exist one year from now. 3:10pm- Utah is set to become the first state to ban the use of fluoride in public water systems—Governor Spencer Cox confirmed he plans to sign a bill that will put the policy into effect in early May. 3:15pm- On Monday, the social media platform X was hit with a “massive cyberattack,” according to owner Elon Musk. Could Russia be responsible? Musk notably provided the Ukrainian military with access to his satellite constellation Starlink—allowing Ukrainians to communicate with one another efficiently on the battlefield while repelling Russian aggression. 3:30pm- In a post to social media, Director of National Intelligence Tulsi Gabbard wrote: “Per POTUS's directive, I have revoked security clearances and barred access to classified information for Antony Blinken, Jake Sullivan, Lisa Monaco, Mark Zaid, Norman Eisen, Letitia James, Alvin Bragg, and Andrew Weissman, along with the 51 signers of the Hunter Biden ‘disinformation' letter. The President's Daily Brief is no longer being provided to former President Biden.” 3:35pm- Why does Rich have chopsticks? 3:40pm- According to research from the Heritage Foundation's Oversight Project, former President Joe Biden signed dozens of executive orders with an “autopen”—raising questions about the legitimacy of those actions. Did Biden know what he was signing? Earlier this year, Speaker Mike Johnson (R-LA) revealed that during a closed-door meeting Biden had no recollection of signing an executive order that effectively froze new liquid natural gas export permits. 4:05pm- Bill D'Agostino—Senior Research Analyst at Media Research Center—joins The Rich Zeoli Show to break down some of the best (and worst) clips from the Sunday shows. In an interview with Politico, Governor Tim Walz critiqued the campaign strategy of the Harris-Walz presidential campaign—suggesting they should have done more interviews instead of playing it safe. But, as D'Agostino notes, even friendly interviews were often disastrous for Kamala Harris. PLUS, host of The View Whoopi Goldberg says that if you oppose biological males participating in women's sports, you must think women are weak. 4:30pm- California Governor Gavin Newsom (D) is now suddenly claiming it is “deeply unfair” for biological males to participate in women's sports—pivoting away from the Democrat Party's stance. Interestingly, Newsom also invited conservative Charlie Kirk on his podcast recently. Is Newsom becoming a moderate, leaving his far-left preferences behind? Rich thinks this is nothing more than a political strategy to cement Newsom's status as a 2028 presidential front runner. 5:05pm- Dr. Wilfred Reilly—Professor of Political Science at Kentucky State University & Author of “Lies My Liberal Teacher Told Me”—joins The Rich Zeoli Show to discuss reports that the Trump Administration may disband the Department of Education. Plus, will President Donald Trump pardon former Minneapolis police officer Dereck Chauvin? Dr. Reilly notes that morally, it might be the right thing to do—however, practically speaking, a presidential pardon won't accomplish much since Chauvin is also in prison on state charges. AND will Dr. Reilly be making an appearance at the Grand Hotel of Cape May later this year? 5:50pm- Rich goes 40+ minutes without taking a break—and now he has no time to do anything else. 6:05pm- Make America Healthy Again: Rich notes one of the major shortcomings of the modern food pyramid: it fails to draw a distinction between healthy fats (like those found in avocados, nuts, and olive ...

Hosts: Taylor Morgan and Adam Gardiner  The 45-day Utah Legislative General Session wrapped up on Friday, passing a total of 582 bills; more than 950 had been introduced. Now, it's up to Governor Spencer Cox to either sign the bills or veto them over the next couple weeks. Inside Sources hosts Adam Gardiner and Taylor Morgan talk about the few ‘bombs’ thrown around in the final hours and days of the session. 

Hosts: Taylor Morgan and Adam Gardiner  Potential growing for an economic recession this year  Even though tariffs on Canada and Mexico have been paused for another month, Republican lawmakers are growing alarmed, saying their constituents are struggling to follow and adapt to the back-and-forth on tariff plans. The stock market has also been in rough territory today after comments the President made over the weekend about a possible recession this year. This all comes while the Commerce Secretary says there's "no chance" of a recession. Senior Economist at Zions Bank Robert Spendlove gives his expert opinion on it all.    On the Hill 2025: Passionate testimony supporting coverage for IVF treatment  During the final few days of the Legislative Session, the Legislature discussed Senate Bill 242: Public Employee's Benefit and Insurance Program Modifications. The name alone isn't super exciting but the bill, which involves in vitro fertilization treatment, had some passionate testimony on Capitol Hill before it passed. State Rep. Jason Thompson joins the show to discuss his remarks on the bill.    On the Hill 2025: What happened on the final day of the session?  The 45-day Utah Legislative General Session wrapped up on Friday, passing a total of 582 bills; more than 950 had been introduced. Now, it's up to Governor Spencer Cox to either sign the bills or veto them over the next couple weeks. Inside Sources hosts Adam Gardiner and Taylor Morgan talk about the few ‘bombs’ thrown around in the final hours and days of the session.    Yet another government shutdown watch  It's like déjà vu... we're on government shutdown watch again. Tomorrow, the House will vote on a Republican-crafted spending bill that would avoid a government shutdown on Friday. It comes as Democrats tell Republicans ‘You're on your own’ and that they won't vote to avoid a shutdown this time around. What’s the latest on the fight to fund the government? Inside Sources breaks it down.    Republicans, Democrats push back on Elon Musk  Republicans and Democrats are pushing back on Elon Musk. GOP lawmakers say he doesn’t have the authority to fire people; only to make recommendations. Democrats in Wisconsin are beginning their attack ads as well, tying Republican candidates to Musk. Is this going to be a winning message for Democrats leading up to the midterms? Taylor and Adam share their thoughts.    ICE arrests Palestinian activist holding green card  One of President Trump's many executive orders he's signed so far was one addressing anti-Semitism. It came because of the pro-Palestinian protests that erupted on college campuses nationwide last year. Now, we're seeing the effects of the executive order through the arrest and impending deportation of a green card holder protesting at Columbia University.     Utah’s billboards shed light into state’s culture  What do the billboards along Utah’s highways say about our culture? A new KSL.com article looks at the various kinds of billboards in the Beehive State and what they say about the people of Utah. The hosts discuss the findings and talk about their favorite billboards in this fun final segment.   

4:20 pm: Scott Morefield, a columnist with Townhall, joins the show to discuss his recent piece in which he advocates for making homelessness illegal as other solutions are bound to fail.6:05 pm: Representative Stephanie Gricius joins Rod and Greg to discuss her bill, which now awaits the signature of Governor Spencer Cox, that prohibits the use of fluoride in public drinking water.6:38 pm: Terry Schilling, President of the American Principles Project, joins the show for a conversation about how the democrats are doubling down on their transgender agenda despite vast opposition from American voters.

Hosts: Rusty Cannon and Taylor Morgan  Saying he was disappointed that compromise didn’t work in this case, Governor Spencer Cox signed House Bill 267, which bans public labor unions from collective bargaining. This was a pretty controversial bill – one of the first this legislative session – and had several substitutes. In the end, however, those all failed and the original bill was passed. Why? The Inside Sources hosts share their thoughts. 

Hosts: Rusty Cannon and Taylor Morgan  On the Hill 2025: Analyzing why the compromises on the labor union bill didn’t work  Saying he was disappointed that compromise didn’t work in this case, Governor Spencer Cox signed House Bill 267, which bans public labor unions from collective bargaining. This was a pretty controversial bill – one of the first this legislative session – and had several substitutes. In the end, however, those all failed and the original bill was passed. Why? The Inside Sources hosts share their thoughts.    On the Hill 2025: Updates on legislation to reinvest funds in higher education  One widely discussed bill on Capitol Hill this legislative session would change how higher education funds are distributed to certain institutions and programs. It’s a kind of reinvestment – moving funds to more impactful programs – and is part of the House Majority’s goals of improving higher education.  State Representative Karen Peterson joins to share updates on HB265 and discuss the broader state of education in Utah.     On the Hill 2025: Bill addressing the use of artificial intelligence in education  As artificial intelligence becomes easier to access, it’s called into question its role in things like education: what's the appropriate use of AI? Utah’s been leading the charge on AI legislation and rules – broadly and in other sectors – and now there’s a bill that would address AI in schools. State Representative Ariel Defay joins Inside Sources at the State Capitol to talk more about HB168.    On the Hill 2025: Additional changes to public education laws  Our special coverage of Utah’s Legislative Session continues with a look at a bill that would make several changes to public education laws. HB76: Public Education Revisions addresses a few things, including salaries for teachers, kindergarten, and early learning plans. Bill sponsor State Representative Tracy Miller joins Taylor and Rusty to discuss the specifics of the kindergarten aspects of the bill.    On the Hill 2025: New grant for rural school sports  Rural schools often face unique challenges – things that we on the Wasatch Front don’t think about. Whether it’s dealing with things like teacher recruitment or retention, or things like sports and facilities, rural schools could use some extra love. State Representative Tiara Auxier is running a new bill that would create a new grant program to help rural schools with sports; she joins the show to explain the motivations for it.    What departments will DOGE focus on next?  Elon Musk’s Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE) continues to make changes in Washington, DC... pushing for layoffs across the federal government. One of President Trump’s first executive orders eliminated DEI offices in the government, but it looks like DOGE might take that a step further, focusing on employees in offices that protect equal rights. The Inside Sources hosts discuss the latest with DOGE.    On the Hill 2025: Pulse check on the state of politics in Utah  One segment we’ve done a few times on this show involves a group discussion with both a Republican and a Democratic member of the state legislature. It’s a good way to hear different sides of things, while also showing a bit of the camaraderie that exists among Utah lawmakers even when they don’t agree. State Rep. Casey Snider and State Rep. Andrew Stoddard join the conversation on Inside Sources.    U.S. and Russian delegations make plans for peace in Ukraine... without Ukraine  Peace talks today between the United States and Russia as the two countries work to come to an agreement over Ukraine. Notably absent from the talks... Ukraine itself. The discussions have prompted concern from some of our allies, including several European countries and Ukraine itself. Inside Sources hosts Taylor Morgan and Rusty Cannon share their thoughts on this foreign policy move.   

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. 

Hosts: Marty Carpenter and Erin Rider  Analyzing Governor Cox’s ‘State of the State’ address 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.  Recapping the 1st week of Utah’s Legislative General Session We’re finishing up the first week of the 2025 Utah Legislative General Session. With 41 days left to go, where do things stand now? Our partners at Deseret News have been tracking the bills closely. Reporter Brigham Tomco has been focusing on election bills and joins us to recap some of the big ones released or discussed this week. The hosts also share updates on a few other bills.  President Trump questioning the need for FEMA President Trump is making his way across the country today, touring areas ravaged by recent natural disasters. This morning, he was in North Carolina seeing the damage from Hurricane Helene. This afternoon, he's in California touring areas destroyed by wildfires near Los Angeles. As he's prepared for this trip -- and even this morning -- he's questioned the need for FEMA. Inside Sources discusses the pros and cons of this federal agency.  Hegseth faces Senate confirmation vote tonight The full Senate is set to vote on whether to confirm Pete Hegseth to be President Trump's Secretary of Defense. How's the vote looking? He already looks to have lost the support of two Republican Senators; how many more can he lose? The two GOP Senators who won’t vote for him say it’s because of his alleged lack of morals. Hosts Marty and Erin discuss the importance – or lack thereof – of morals among government officials.  Politics mingling with religion, affecting culture Politics and the division of the American people into groups of red and blue seems to extend into every part of our culture – including religion. And Many Americans are growing disillusioned with both religion and politics. Jonathan Rauch, Senior Fellow at the Brookings Institution joins Inside Sources to share his insights and knowledge on the crossroads between politics, religion, and culture.  DOGE sets sights on the beloved penny The newly-minted Department of Government Efficiency is looking for ways... to make the government more efficient. One way they hope to do that is by eliminating the penny from US currency. Andy Cupp, Executive Producer of Inside Sources hops on the microphone to share some thoughts about the least valuable coin in America. 

Utah lawmakers have continued to prop up coal in our state, but now Gov. Spencer Cox is eyeing another energy option: geothermal. So … what the heck is it? And can it cause earthquakes?? Dr. Joseph Moore, principal researcher at Utah FORGE, joins host Ali Vallarta to demystify this renewable resource. Resources and references: What's in Cox's $30.6B Budget? MLB District Deadline Nears, Holiday Transit Plans [City Cast Salt Lake] Become a member of City Cast Salt Lake today! It's the best way to support our work and help make sure we're around for years to come. Get all the details and sign up at membership.citycast.fm. Subscribe to Hey Salt Lake, our daily morning newsletter. You can also find us on Instagram @CityCastSLC. Looking to advertise on City Cast Salt Lake? Check out our options for podcast and newsletter ads. Learn more about the sponsors of this episode:  ICO Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The Point development in southern Salt Lake County is finally seeing some action after Gov. Spencer Cox and legislators broke ground this week. Executive producer Emily Means and host Ali Vallarta discuss what's in store for the state's 600-acre project. Plus, possible celebrity sightings at Sundance, a volunteer opportunity, and honoring a legendary Salt Laker.  Resources and references: Utah's old prison now gone, leaders break ground on ‘The Point,' a huge state-run development [Utah News Dispatch] Here are the 87 movies (and 57 shorts) set to screen at Sundance 2025 — and the stars they will feature [Salt Lake Tribune] Randy Stinson, the face of record stores in Utah, dies at age 83 [Salt Lake Tribune] Volunteer for the Point-In-Time Count Become a member of City Cast Salt Lake today! It's the best way to support our work and help make sure we're around for years to come. Get all the details and sign up at membership.citycast.fm. Subscribe to Hey Salt Lake, our daily morning newsletter. You can also find us on Instagram @CityCastSLC.  Looking to advertise on City Cast Salt Lake? Check out our options for podcast and newsletter ads. Learn more about the sponsors of this episode:  Harmons ICO Sugar House Chamber Embodied Patience Live Crude - Get $25 off your facial by mentioning this ad. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

What is Gov. Spencer Cox prioritizing in his new budget proposal? Executive producer Emily Means and host Ali Vallarta make sense of the highlights. Plus, time is ticking for Salt Lake City to approve the Major League Baseball stadium deal, Festival of Trees transit options, and glowing reviews for local businesses.  Resources and references: SLC negotiates with Fairpark District to avoid unintended city-wide tax increases [Utah News Dispatch]   Gov. Cox's FY26 Budget Recommendations  Download the Transit App By focusing on the stories and issues shaping our neighborhoods, City Cast Salt Lake bridges gaps and connects the dots in Salt Lake. Become a member to support local journalism that connects.  Subscribe to Hey Salt Lake, our daily morning newsletter. You can also find us on Instagram @CityCastSLC.  Looking to advertise on City Cast Salt Lake? Check out our options for podcast and newsletter ads. Learn more about the sponsors of this episode:  Harmons BetterHelp - get 10% off at betterhelp.com/CITYCAST Embodied Patience Live Crude - Get $25 off your facial by mentioning this ad. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices