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A recent Deseret News/Hinckley Institute of Politics poll reveals how Utah feels about President Trump's Executive Orders... We get into the details, with the Director of the Hinckley Institute of Politics, Jason Perry.

Hour 2: Lesser known holiday movie favorites -- Gov. Cox weighs in on Colorado River proposals -- Hinckley Institute poll on election confidence

Utah Representative Celeste Maloy spoke at the Hinckley Institute of Politics this week and spoke very candidly about Congress, politics and more. KSL Newsradio's Amanda Dickson asked her guests on A Woman's View. Her guests this week include 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 Francine Gianni, former Executive Director of the Department of Commerce. 

Hosts: Taylor Morgan and Rusty Cannon How are the candidates for Utah Governor and the open US Senate seat doing in their races? New polling from the Deseret News and the Hinckley Institute shed some light. With just over two months to go until Election Day, every second counts in these races. Listen to hear what the KSL at Night hosts have to say about the numbers in those two races.

Hosts: Taylor Morgan and Rusty Cannon State Legislature to discuss cell phone restrictions in schools next yearCell phone usage and restriction in schools has become a hot topic over the past several years. Educators are worried not only about distractions in the classroom, but also about the negative mental health effects constant connection to phones has on young people. The Utah State Legislature says they want to tackle this issue in the 2025 General Session. State Senator Lincoln Fillmore is sponsoring a bill that would give school districts more power to restrict cell phones, and joins the program to share insights on the proposed legislation. Groups coming out for and against new ballot initiative amendment proposalSince the State Legislature’s special session last week, several groups have come out either for or against the proposed amendment dealing with ballot initiatives. One group launched their campaign just today at the state capitol. KSL at Night hosts Rusty Cannon and Taylor Morgan discuss the arguments from groups on both sides of the issue. Drama over the September 10th presidential debateThe September 10th presidential debate may not happen as the campaigns appear to have reached a stalemate over the debate rules. The issue right now? Will the microphones say on when the other candidate is speaking. The Biden and Trump teams had agreed to mute the mics when the opposition spoke, but now the Harris team wants the mics to stay on the entire time. We dig into the reasonings. Polls show Americans are worried about political violence with upcoming electionNew polling shows that more than ¾ of voters in the country are worried about political violence ahead of the presidential election. Many are concerned that there won’t be a peaceful transfer of power; are their fears warranted? The hosts share their thoughts and discuss the importance of trusting in the electoral process. Reviewing a proposed amendment on taxes and education fundingAnother proposed amendment Utahns will vote on in November deals with income tax and how education is funded in the Beehive State. KSL at Night host Rusty Cannon is an expert in taxes and explains what the amendment proposal contains. He and Taylor Morgan also share some of the arguments for and against the amendment. Utah students’ proficiency rates down post-pandemicRecent data shows that Utah’s students have yet to rebound to pre-pandemic proficiency rates. It’s not across the board, however; some subjects show worse numbers than others. We break down the numbers and discuss what may be contributing to the not-so-stellar scores. Polling numbers released for Governor and Senate racesHow are the candidates for Utah Governor and the open US Senate seat doing in their races? New polling from the Deseret News and the Hinckley Institute shed some light. With just over two months to go until Election Day, every second counts in these races. Listen to hear what the KSL at Night hosts have to say about the numbers in those two races. Australia gives workers permission to ignore their bosses (but only outside of work hours)A new law just went into effect in Australia, granting workers the right to ignore their bosses outside of working hours. It’s described as a “right to disconnect.” KSL at Night Executive Producer Andy Cupp hops on the mic to share his own thoughts on disconnecting from work when the day ends. Is he an expert on disconnecting? Absolutely not. But he’s trying. Let’s try together!

The dispute over the mute button! Should mics be hot or not during the presidential debate? The next presidential debate between Former President Donald Trump and Kamala Harris is set for September 10th, and both candidates disagree on whether or not microphones should be hot during the debate when the other is speaking. Dave and Debbie discuss and take listener calls. Jason Parry, the Director of the Hinckley Institute of Politics at the University of Utah, shares his input on if the mic button

Guest Hosts: Adam Gardiner & Greg Skordas Last week’s presidential debate between Joe Biden and Donald Trump captivated the nation, offering a stark contrast between two very different visions for America's future. Viewers were treated to a spectacle that not only highlighted policy differences but also reignited concerns about age, stamina, and leadership in presidential candidates. The debate's aftermath has sent shockwaves through the political landscape, prompting serious discussions within the Democratic Party about Biden as their candidate and potentially reshaping the trajectory of the 2024 election. Jason Perry from the Hinckley Institute of Politics helps us digest the implications of this crucial face-off. It's clear that the road to November has become even more unpredictable, with both campaigns now facing new challenges and opportunities in the wake of this dramatic encounter.

The morning after the first presidential debate hosted by CNN – how did each candidate do? Overall, sentiment across the country seems to suggest a lack of enthusiasm in how things went down. Democrats are even admitting that Biden didn't perform very well. We dive into the performance with Senior Elections Analyst at ABC News Geoffry Skelley and Host of Inside Sources on KSL NewsRadio Boyd Matheson. We also examine the non-verbal performance as well with KSL at Night host and President of the Exoro Group, Maura Carabello. So, what happens next? Jason Perry, Director of the Hinckley Institute of Politics offers his insights. 

Olympic excitement to bring the 2034 Games to Utah is spilling over. A recent survey from Deseret News and the Hinckley Institute of Politics shows 79% of Utahns are behind the state hosting the 2034 Winter Games. International Olympic Committee leaders decided to advance Utah’s bid to a final vote by the full IOC membership in July. D2 hears from callers about whether they're part of the almost 80% that want the games back, or whether they're part of the 20% that don't.

Rod Arquette Show Daily Rundown – “Wingman Wednesday,” May 15, 20244:38 pm: Jason Perry, Director of the Hinckley Institute of Politics joins Rod and Greg to discuss how Joe Biden's refusal to participate in the debates by the Commission on Presidential Debates means the University of Utah loses out on a presidential debate originally planned for the 2024 campaign season.5:05 pm: Steven Camarota, Director of Research at the Center for Immigration Studies joins the show to discuss a new report that shows half of illegal immigrants residing in the U.S. are unemployed.6:38 pm: Author Patrick O'Donnell joins the program for a conversation about his latest book “The Unvanquished: The Untold Story of Lincoln's Special Forces, the Manhunt for Mosby's Rangers, and the Shadow War that Forged America's Special Operations.”

Former mayor of Salt Lake City, Ted Wilson passed earlier today at the age of 84. "Mayor Ted" was a true statesman, community influencer and leaves a legacy to celebrate and emmulate. Jason Perry from the HInckley Institute of Politics and KSL 5 TVs Carole Mikita join Boyd to reflect on the principle that drove an extraordinary life.

You don't like Trump, and you don't like Biden - you might be a double hater. Turns out a majority of voters feel this way so this group of double haters could determine the election. What does that mean overall? Jason Perry with the Hinckley Institute of Politics joins the discussion with analysis.

Although Utah has a rich heritage of women's involvement in voting, advocacy, and various types of political participation, for decades Utah has lagged the nation in terms of women running for and serving in elected political roles. The Utah Women & Leadership Project (UWLP) began reporting on the status of women in Utah politics in 2014, with updates in 2017, 2021, 2022, 2023, and now 2024. Although strides have been made to increase the number of women serving in political roles in the last decade, there is still work to do. This episode will focus on the status of women in Utah politics in 2024.Dr. Susan Madsen, Founding Director of the UWLP, is joined by two guests: First, Tami Tran, Mayor of Kaysville. Her political career started by serving on the Planning Commission because of her interest in development lending. She has served on the Kaysville City Council, and in 2021 was elected as Mayor. Second, Morgan Lyon Cotti, the Associate Director of The Hinckley Institute of Politics at the University of Utah. Her interest in politics began when she was 16 and served as a Page in the U.S. Senate.Support the show

Guest Hosts: Leah Murray and Abby Osborne Today, the University of Utah is celebrating the grand opening of the Orrin G. Hatch Center... a place where students can live while interning in Washington DC. It will also be the University's "embassy" in our nation's capital. Jason Perry from the University's Hinckley Institute of Politics joins live from DC to discuss why this center is important for Utah's impact on the nation.

Hosts: Maura Carabello and Abby Osborne We begin the show today with some big news for the state of Utah. Next year, Utah will host the final 2024 presidential debate at the University of Utah. We are joined by Utah Governor Spencer Cox and Jason Perry, Director of the Hinckley Institute of Politics at the University of Utah to discuss what went behind the scenes to bring the debate, and what it means for Utah.

Director of the Hinckley Institute of Politics at the University of Utah on being chosen for a presidential debate next year.

Host: Leah Murray A recent NYT/Siena poll has President Biden in big trouble in the upcoming 2024 presidential election. There are major doubts about his mental acuity, there is also major discontent about the state of the economy. We are joined by the Associate Director at The Hinckley Institute of Politics, Morgan Lyon Cotti to discuss the poll.

Host: Leah Murray Why Israel Is Not Agreeing to a Ceasefire There is a big discussion on whether there should be a ceasefire from Israel in Gaza. 3 unlikely politicians share the same opinion that there should not be. What are the benefits of a ceasefire and what are both sides saying about it? Trump Leads Biden in Almost Every Key State A recent NYT/Siena poll has President Biden in big trouble in the upcoming 2024 presidential election. There are major doubts about his mental acuity, there is also major discontent about the state of the economy. We are joined by the Associate Director at The Hinckley Institute of Politics, Morgan Lyon Cotti to discuss the poll. GOP Presidential Debate Preview On Wednesday, five GOP presidential candidates are taking the debate stage in Miami. Boyd Matheson, host of KSL NewsRadio’s Inside Sources joined the show to discuss what we can expect, and what they need to do to beat Donald Trump. Kentucky, Virginia and Ohio Headline Election Day 2023 Today is election day for every state in the country, except for Utah. There are many races to watch out for tonight, ABC News Correspondent Ike Ejiochi discussed what we should be paying attention to in Kentucky, Virginia and Ohio tonight.

Hosts: Leah Murray and Maura Carabello Sports in college… Are they good? Are they bad? Is it a wash? The Deseret News and the Hinckley Institute of Politics asked Utahns in a poll whether colleges and universities put too much, not enough, or just the right amount of emphasis on sports. Leah and Maura discuss the results.

Hosts: Leah Murray and Maura Carabello KSL Investigates on serial rapist Joshua Homer’s new sexual assault charges The KSL Investigative team has been following Utah’s handling of rape charges for a while now, and one of the accused serial rapists they investigated, Joshua Homer, has new sexual assault charges. KSL Investigative Producer Keira Farrimond joins Leah and Maura to discuss how far she and her team have chased to get to this result and whether we will be seeing any change regarding more of these cases here in Utah. Guiding our Growth survey shows Utahns want more housing options According to the recently released results from the “Guiding our Growth” survey launched by Governor Cox, Utahns want more variety in housing options. And surprise, surprise, there is a difference in the solutions urban residents want to see in their communities from those who live in rural areas. Hogle Zoo elephants in their new home: Kansas City Zoo & Aquarium Our two elephants, Christie and Zuri, have left the Hogle Zoo and arrived in the Kansas City Zoo & Aquarium. This makes Salt Lake City elephant-free for the first time in 107 years. Liz Larsen, Vice President of Programs at Utah’s Hogle Zoo, joins the show to explain why and how they came to make this big move. Is there too much emphasis on sports in college? Sports in college… Are they good? Are they bad? Is it a wash? The Deseret News and the Hinckley Institute of Politics asked Utahns in a poll whether colleges and universities put too much, not enough, or just the right amount of emphasis on sports. Leah and Maura discuss the results. Day 20 of a Speaker-less House It is day 20, and we still do not have a Speaker of the House. As House Republicans continue their search for the next perfect candidate, they now have nine new people joining the race. Generally speaking, we have two chambers because of checks and balances—with the expectation that one may fail or need to be checked—so into the breach comes the U.S. Senate. Leah and Maura discuss the Senate’s response to a Speaker-less House. Off-duty Alaska Airlines pilot charged with 83 counts of attempted murder An off-duty Alaska Airlines pilot has been charged with over 80 counts of attempted murder for allegedly attempting to shut off a plane’s engine during its flight. KSL Legal Analyst Greg Skordas breaks down the charges. Here’s how you can help kids stay warm and enjoy the holidays this winter The holidays are approaching, and so is the colder weather. Kat Naessans, an organizer for the Every Kid in a Coat fundraiser, joins the show to talk about how you can help kids stay warm for the winter. And speaking of holidays, Leah and Maura have some strong opinions about trunk-or-treating for Halloween…

Host: Maura Carabello The Hinckley Institute of Politics is unveiling its new Dan Jones Center for Public Service to focus on polling in Utah. We are joined by Associate Director at The Hinckley Institute, Morgan Lyon Cotti, to discuss the new center and her new book ‘The Oracle of Utah Politics: Dan Jones: A Pollster's History’ on the life of Dan Jones.

Host: Maura Carabello The Aftermath In DC On Tuesday, for the first time in history, the House voted to remove Kevin McCarthy as Speaker of the House. We spoke to the Chair of the Utah Republican Party, Robert Axson, and Leah Murray,  Director of the Walker Institute at Weber State in the aftermath of the vote, and how we should move forward. Davis County Program to Combat Rising Home Prices If you have purchased or tried to purchase a home in the past year you may have noticed prices have skyrocketed. Davis County Economic Development Director Chanel Flores joins the show to discuss the county’s new Homeownership Assistance Program to help homebuyers buy a home. New Dan Jones Center for Public Service Opens The Hinckley Institute of Politics is unveiling its new Dan Jones Center for Public Service to focus on polling in Utah. We are joined by Associate Director at The Hinckley Institute, Morgan Lyon Cotti, to discuss the new center and her new book ‘The Oracle of Utah Politics: Dan Jones: A Pollster's History’ on the life of Dan Jones.

Hosts: Maura Carabello and Taylor Morgan Special Election - What To Know We are just 8 days away from the primary municipal and special elections. We are joined by Utah Lt. Governor Deidre Henderson to speak about what you need to know before election day. She also talks about her new proposal to make a mandatory service requirement for youth in Utah. Utah's 2nd Congressional District Poll The Deseret News and Hinckley Institute of Politics have released a new poll for Utah's District 2 GOP primary candidates. Hinckley Institute of Politics Director Jason Perry joins the show to break down the new poll. CD2 Turnout Numbers  We start the second hour with a quick update on the latest participation numbers for primary elections. Lindsay Aerts, KSL Newsradio Political Reporter joins the show to discuss the turnout across Utah's second district. Trial Set For Trump's Election Interference Case Former President Trump's trial for his alleged efforts to overturn the 2020 election is set to start on March 4, 2024, just before Super Tuesday. Zach Schonfeld, Legal Affairs Reporter at The Hill, discusses why the judge chose the date, and how the Trump team is reacting to it. Latest Presidential Polling Last week, we had the long-awaited GOP Presidential debate. New polls show how some of the candidates are getting a boost in support after the debate. President Trump has lost some support after choosing to skip the debate for an interview with Tucker Carlson. News Roundup: New Liquor Law Proposal  Hosts Maura and Taylor do a quick round-up of the biggest news of the day, including an analysis of Caucus vs. Primary voters, Senator Romney's possible re-run for Senate, and a new citizen initiative to change Utah's alcohol laws.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Hosts: Maura Carabello and Taylor Morgan The Deseret News and Hinckley Institute of Politics have released a new poll for Utah's District 2 GOP primary candidates. Hinckley Institute of Politics Director Jason Perry joins the show to break down the new poll.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Host: Taylor Morgan Will the Utah GOP's recent decisions affect voter participation? Last week we learned that the Utah Republican Party opted out of the 2024 presidential primary. We also learned about a national Republican resolution to call for single-day voting with ID-protected paper ballots. Rich McKeown, Co-founder of Leavitt Partners and Chairman of the Count My Vote committee, joins host Taylor Morgan to share his reaction to this and how he thinks this will affect voter participation in the primary election. House Freedom Caucus says they will oppose a stopgap funding bill that excludes their policy demands The House Freedom Caucus has announced today that they will not be supporting any stopgap funding bill that doesn't include their policy priorities. What exactly are they asking for, and why? Andy Field, ABC News Correspondent in Washington, joins the show with the latest. Are Utah's political figures “disagreeing better” now? It's been a little over a month since Governor Spencer Cox released the “Disagree Better” initiative… How effective has it been so far? Are Utah's politicians communicating better as a result? Jason Perry, Director of the Hinckley Institute of Politics at the University of Utah, joins the show to discuss the importance of not just communicating with each other, but also taking a moment to listen and understand the other side. Legal scholars argue that former President Trump is ineligible to run for president Even after being indicted multiple times, former President Donald Trump is still in the race to run for president in 2024. Now, legal scholars are arguing that the 14th Amendment disqualifies him from running again. Is this a legitimate argument? KSL Legal Analyst Greg Skordas joins the discussionSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Host: Taylor Morgan It's been a little over a month since Governor Spencer Cox released the “Disagree Better” initiative… How effective has it been so far? Are Utah's politicians communicating better as a result? Jason Perry, Director of the Hinckley Institute of Politics at the University of Utah, joins the show to discuss the importance of not just communicating with each other, but also taking a moment to listen and understand the other side.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Hosts: Leah Murray and Derek Brown Professional pollsters are hoping they can get 2024 right if Donald Trump is the Republican Nominee. Jason Perry, Director of the Hinckley Institute of Politics calls in to discuss polling, and why the Trump factor has made polling hard in the last couple of elections.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Hosts: Leah Murray and Derek Brown Artificial Intelligence Front And Center On Capitol Hill We begin the show with something we are getting to hear more and more about, Artificial Intelligence. Today, the Senate Judiciary Subcommittee began a hearing on oversight and rules for artificial intelligence. ABC News Technology Reporter Mike Dobuski joins the show to discuss what was talked about at the hearing. Artificial Intelligence & Utah Utah is also looking at how to manage the new rise of Artificial Intelligence. We speak with Senator Kirk Cullimore on his AI group, and how they are looking into this new technology and how to regulate it. Self-Defense Or Road Rage? The Utah Supreme Court heard arguments this week on the first appellate challenge involving a 2021 self-defense law. KSL Legal Analyst Greg Skordas joins the show to discuss the case, and why it could make the new law unconstitutional. Migrant Processing Centers Are Overloaded Last week, Title 42 ended, and there was an expectation of a surge on the border from migrants, but it hasn't really happened. Ali Bradley, NewsNation Border Correspondent, joins us to talk about the situation at the border, and how cartels are influencing the migrants crossing the borders. Utah's Special Session Preview Tomorrow, Utah legislators will convene for a special session called by Governor Cox. Yesterday, two new items were added to the agenda. Representative Ryan Wilcox joins us to tell the story of why this could help first responders. Will Pollster Get 2024 Right? Professional pollsters are hoping they can get 2024 right if Donald Trump is the Republican Nominee. Jason Perry, Director of the Hinckley Institute of Politics calls in to discuss polling, and why the Trump factor has made polling hard in the last couple of elections. Controlling What Kids Have Access To We are seeing new laws around the country restricting what is taught in the classroom and what type of books kids are allowed to read. Derek and Leah discuss some of these laws, and whether we are heading in the right direction. Do You Feel Pressure To Tip? A new poll by Deseret News/Hinckley Institute of Politics looks at how Utahns feel about tipping. Many say they feel pressure to tip, and that it has become an expectation.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Hosts: Leah Murray and Greg Skordas A new poll by Deseret News and the Hinckley Institute asked Utahns whether they approved of the job Senator Mitt Romney has been doing, and if they would like to see him run in 2024. We call Taylor Morgan, partner at Morgan & May Public Affairs and fellow co-host of KSL at Night to go over the numbers.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Hosts: Leah Murray and Greg SkordasFox News Settles With Dominion Voting System Fox News has agreed to a settlement with Dominion for $787.5M over a case that claimed Fox News helped in spreading misinformation and conspiracy theories on their voting machines. Legal Affairs Correspondent with The Hill Zach Schonfeld talks about the behind-the-scenes aspects of this trial and what we know about the settlement.  We are also joined by first amendment lawyer Jeffrey J. Hunt, Shareholder at Parr Brown, Gee, and Loveless, to talk about the case, did Dominion have a strong case against Fox News?, or was Fox News right in their first amendment argument. Leah and Greg talk about the ramifications of this case, do news organizations have a duty to ensure they are correctly informing their viewers? Will this case affect news media outlets in the future? China Policing In America The Department of Justice has charged two New York City residents in connection with operating an illegal police station in the U.S. for the Chinese government. NewsNation Washington Correspondent Kellie Meyer joins us to talk about the recent actions by the Chinese on U.S. soil. GOP Convention Preview The Utah Republican convention is this weekend, Utah GOP Chair Carson Jorgensen joins us to preview the convention, Ron DeSantis's speech, and the next-in-line GOP Chair Robert Axson. New Poll Shows Mitt Romney Has The Approval Of A Majority Of Utah Voters A new poll by Deseret News and the Hinckley Institute asked Utahns whether they approved of the job Senator Mitt Romney has been doing, and if they would like to see him run in 2024. We call Taylor Morgan, partner at Morgan & May Public Affairs and fellow co-host of KSL at Night to go over the numbers. The Self-Defense Argument Could Be Tested Soon Defending yourself with a firearm and particularly with Stand Your Ground Laws has always been a serious issue for all sides of the political spectrum and it seems to be back in the spotlight after two recent cases are in the national headlines.  Historic UFO Hearing Happening This Week On Wednesday, the Senate Armed Services Subcommittee on Emerging Threats and Capabilities will hold the second hearing on the UFO phenomenon in over 50 years. We call Marik Von Rennenkampff, opinion contributor for The Hill, to give us the highlights of the hearing.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

According to a poll from the Deseret News and the Hinckley Institute of Politics, 55% of Utahns disapprove of President Biden's student loan forgiveness plan, while 42% strongly approve or somewhat approve of it. There may be a reason why so many Utahns want us to pay for their loans... and that shouldn't surprise anyone. Dave and Debbie discuss with Jason Perry, Director of the Hinckley Institute of Politics at the University of Utah, and take listener calls.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Hosts: Leah Murray and Taylor Morgan This year Utah legislature dealt with very major issues. Deseret News in partnership with the Hinckley Institute conducted a poll on Utah's stance on the constitutional earmark change for education. Jason Perry, Director of the Hinckley Institute of Politics, joins us to talk about the poll.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Hosts: Leah Murray and Taylor Morgan Avalanche Safety We begin the show by talking about the record-breaking snow we've seen this winter. With the record snow, we are seeing a lot of problems, from roofs collapsing to possible floods, and avalanches. We speak with Nikki Champion, Avalanche Forecaster for the Utah Avalanche Center, to talk about what we need to learn about avalanches. Utah Poll On The Utah Legislature This year Utah legislature dealt with very major issues. Deseret News in partnership with the Hinckley Institute conducted a poll on Utah's stance on the constitutional earmark change for education. Jason Perry, Director of the Hinckley Institute of Politics, joins us to talk about the poll. Lori Vallow Trial: Day 5 The Jury has dwindled down to 12 jurors and 6 replacements for the trial of Lori Vallow. Opening statements are set to happen Monday morning. KSL NewsRadio reporter Aimee Cobabe joins us with the details about the trial. SCOTUS & President Biden On Transgender Athletes The US Supreme Court rejected a bid by West Virginia that would enforce a ban on a 12-year-old girl. KSL Legal Analyst Greg Skordas joins us to discuss why the Supreme Court declined to take the case, and whether President Biden's new proposal to change Title IX could also face a potential lawsuit. Justice Thomas's Allegation Of Undisclosed Gifts US Supreme Court Justice Clarence Thomas has been found receiving lavish gifts from a billionaire GOP donor. Now some Democrats are asking for an investigation into these gifts, Taylor and Leah talk about whether Justice Thomas could get in trouble.  Finland Joins NATO Finland has become the 31st member of NATO which could change the political landscape of Europe. We call Dr. Ana Pechenkina, a professor from Utah State University, to talk about how this could impact the West and its influence in Europe. The Importance of Voter Rolls Seven states have withdrawn themselves from the Electronic Registration Information Center. Leah and Taylor delve into the reasons why these states rolled back their memberships, and the consequences it could have for voter rolls nationally. Good Friday Traditions Today is Good Friday, Leah and Taylor discuss the traditions of the holiday, and how the celebration of the White House Easter Egg Roll started.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Hosts: Leah Murray and Derek Brown A new Deseret News/Hinckley Institute poll looks at the economy, and how Utahns are feeling about it now and in the future. Jason Perry, Director of the Hinckley Institute, joins us to break down the poll and why Utahns are not feeling too confident.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Hosts: Leah Murray and Derek Brown Anti-ESG Legislation in Utah ESG stands for ‘environmental and social governance,' it's a measure that business uses to measure how they are approaching climate issues and social justice. Utah State Treasurer Marlo Oaks joins us to discuss why many Utah legislators are worried that big businesses are distorting financial markets with an environmental and social agenda. Raising The Bar For Citizen Initiatives A new constitutional amendment is being proposed at the Utah House that would raise the bar for citizen initiatives that include tax increases. We speak with Katie Wright, Executive Director of Better Boundaries, to discuss why her group opposes this measure. How Utahns Feel About The Economy A new Deseret News/Hinckley Institute poll looks at the economy, and how Utahns are feeling about it now and in the future. Jason Perry, Director of the Hinckley Institute, joins us to break down the poll and why Utahns are not feeling too confident. The Threat To The 'Greatest Snow On Earth' Utah is known for having the “greatest snow on earth,” but as the Great Salt Lake water levels continue to decline, can our great snow season be affected? We speak with Professor of Geography at the University of Utah McKenzie Skiles on how the Great Salt Lake affects Utah weather, and what we can do to save the lake. What To Know As Biden's Student Loan Relief Program The Supreme Court is hearing oral arguments on President Biden's student loan forgiveness plan. The court is weighing 2 challenges, one brought by a group of Republican-led states and the other on behalf of two students. Zach Schonfeld, Staff Writer for The Hill, was listening to the hearing at the Supreme Court and is calling us to give us the details. House Holds Hearing On China Tonight Tonight, a new U.S. congressional select committee on the competition with China will hold a first hearing focused largely on human rights. Kellie Meyer, Washington Correspondent for NewsNation, joins the show to talk about what we can expect to hear. Murdoch Acknowledges Hosts Backed Trump's Fraud Claims Last week, we learned about the behind-the-scenes conversations between Fox News hosts and their producers on the 2020 election. We now have more information on how Rupert Murdoch, who owns Fox News, acknowledge privately his host spread false claims.  The History of UFOs There have been a lot of discussions on UFOs and high-altitude objects in the past few weeks. Deseret News Reporter Margaret Darby calls the show to talk about the history of UFOs in the country, and why we are now learning more about them.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Hosts: Maura Carabello and Taylor Morgan 99 Luft Balloons We started our show with one of the biggest mysteries happening in the nation right now - what EXACTLY are UFOs? Yesterday, the U.S. military shot down the 4th “high-altitude object” from the skies in the past week.Suspicions are that the last three were spy balloons from China. Meanwhile, China is accusing the US of using balloons to spy on them… Taylor and Maura are joined by ABC Pentagon News Correspondent, Luis Martinez to discuss what is going down.   Ending Food Sales Tax In Utah The Utah legislature might soon remove food sales tax, but what would that really change? A similar bill ran through the Hill last year, but it ended up not passing. However, with this year's surplus budget it has a better chance than before. Rep. Judy Weeks-Rohner, who is sponsoring the bill, joins Maura and Taylor to break it down.   How Legalizing Magic Mushrooms Could Take A Bite Out Of The Opioid Epidemic Have you ever heard of magic mushrooms? There is a new bill that is looking into legalizing psychoactive mushrooms in a similar way as Utah's marijuana laws. Proponents say that this could actually help combat the opioid epidemic. The bill would legalize but tightly regulate psilocybin for treatment of anxiety, depression, and PTSD. Sen. Luz Escamilla, the bill sponsor, called in to share why this legislation is so important.   The End of the Unified Police Force of SLC? Breaking news with KSL News Correspondent Lindsey Aerts - is the Salt Lake Unified Police Force going to be cut? A new amendment to a bill from Rep. Jordan Teuscher puts the future of how Salt Lake Valley's police force will be run in question.   Americans Being Told to Leave Russia February 24th marks the anniversary of Russia's war in Ukraine. As Russian forces continue to shell Ukrainian cities in a grinding push to seize more land in the east of the country, Russian morale is low, while optimism is high. As the date draws nearer, though, the pentagon has raised a level 4 travel advisory to Americans in Russia, saying to leave the country immediately. NewsNation, DC Correspondent, Kellie Meyer, called in to share with us what is happening at the Pentagon. Are Utahns Still Concerned about the Drought? We've had an amazing winter- One unlike many others we've seen in recent times. There's been a lot of snowfall which has many asking “are our drought concerns over?” A poll from the Deseret News and Hinckley Institute measured how Utahns are feeling about the end of our dry spell and the results may (or may not) surprise you.   Gov. Cox on Meet the Press and California Governor Cox has been in D.C. for the past week meeting with governors around the country and addressing President Biden .Not only did he appeared on NBC's Meet the Press over the weekend, but he also caused a minor media storm about some questionable remarks on Californians. Taylor is thrilled, Maura is cautiously optimistic, but they both agree Gov. Cox is going places.   Valentine Day Tips and Tidbits Tomorrow is Valentine's Day; what did you get this year for your significant other? According to the National Retail Federation, the average shopper plans to spend $192.80 celebrating the holiday that's almost $27 billion spent nationwide! Lindsey Thull, Flower Designer at Sunshine Creation Flower Delivery graciously joins our show to talk about what is hot for the season.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Hosts: Maura Carabello and Taylor Morgan We've had an amazing winter- One unlike many others we've seen in recent times. There's been a lot of snowfall which has many asking “are our drought concerns over?” A poll from the Deseret News and Hinckley Institute measured how Utahns are feeling about the end of our dry spell and the results may (or may not) surprise you.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The 2023 Utah Legislative session kicked off today with an unprecedented beginning. President of the University of Utah Taylor Randall opened the session. Jason Perry from the Hinckley Institute joins Boyd to discuss President Randall's unique role today, how Utahns can get involved, what's going on behind the scenes, and sustaining Utah's excellence.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Hinckley Institute Radio Hour (Original Air Date: October 27, 2021) — This week on the program, a panel looks at the current forces at play in the labor market, the demand for more workers and the way this has contributed to a rise in strikes across U.S. industries. According to a new Deseret News and Hinckley Institute…

Hosts: Derek Brown and Taylor Morgan According to a new poll from the Deseret News and the Hinckley Institute of Politics, more than 90% of Utahns get their news from digital devices. Among them, almost 80% often or sometimes visit news websites or news apps to get the latest. Derek and Taylor unpack what these findings mean for political messaging and partisan polarization. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Guest Hosts: Greg Skordas & Leah Murray Are Utah voters ready to move on from former President Donald Trump? A new poll from the Deseret News and Hinckley Institute suggests yes. The former president is trailing by Florida Governor Ron DeSantis and former Congresswoman Liz Cheney. Dennis Romboy from the Deseret News breaks down the numbers. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Hosts: Leah Murray and Greg Skordas A new poll from the Deseret News and the Hinckley Institute of Politics shows Utahns overwhelmingly trusted the 2022 midterm results. Deseret News Reporter Kyle Dunphey joins the show to discuss the poll.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Rod Arquette Show Daily Rundown – Monday, November 7, 20224:20 pm: Political strategist Matt Mackowiak joins Rod to discuss tomorrow's election and outlines his expectations for the outcome4:38 pm: Jason Perry, Director of the Hinckley Institute of Politics joins Rod for a conversation about Tuesday's election5:05 pm: Republican Strategist Liz Mair joins Rod to preview tomorrow's election6:05 pm: It's Rod's “Minute to Win It” where candidates in tomorrow's election can call and tell us why they deserve your vote, all while trying to avoid getting hung up on by that nasty one-minute buzzer!!

The Dignity Index has released new scores looking at campaign fundraising emails. Jason Perry from the Hinckley Institute and Jesse Graham from the University of Utah join Inside Sources to break down the latest scores and what they mean. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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The Dignity Index has released the first scores for Utah's candidates who are running for Congress.  The Dignity Index looks at how candidates treat their opponents online, in speeches, or during debates. Jason Perry from the Hinckley Institute and Jesse Graham from the University of Utah break down the latest scores, what they mean, and the science behind the index. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Hosts: Greg Skordas and Leah Murray The Deseret News in partnership with the Hinckley Institute just released new data on Utah's Senate race which shows the race is closer than some people thought. Jason Perry, Director of the Hinckley Institute of Politics at the University of Utah joins the show to go over the results of the poll.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

For a while, pollsters were predicting a red wave in Congress. But with just a few more months till the midterms, are they still ahead? And do they have a winning message? Jason Perry from the Hinckley Institute of Politics joins us to discuss the GOP's messaging strategy. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The past few years have in many ways frayed the fabric of the United States: From the 2020 election to January 6th to President Biden's crisis-ridden first year in office. The New York Times' Jonathan Martin has a new book on these last few tumultuous years, "This Will Not Pass: Trump, Biden, and the Battle for America's Future". He chats with Boyd about what we've learned and how we can move forward.  Jonathan will also be speaking at a free event moderated by Utah Governor Spencer Cox at The Hinckley Institute of Politics today. For more information, please visit: https://www.hinckley.utah.edu/calendar/2022/6/20/thisshallnotpass See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.