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

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

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

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

One of the things you may not have seen in the One Big Beautiful Bill was the impact it's going to have on gambling. Jay Evensen, Opinion editor of the Deseret News, joins Greg and Holly to discuss why gambling was included in this bill. Jay also gives an update on Trump's decision to send weapons to Ukraine. 

An annoying part of getting through airport security is going away - you no longer need to remove your shoes! Jay Evensen, Opinion Editor of the Deseret News speaks about this new change to TSA.

Utah housing prices keep climbing and climbing. Opinion Editor for the Deseret News, Jay Evensen joins the show speaks to why this is happening.

In his latest opinion piece in the Deseret News, Jay Evensen says we should not cry for Iran's regime, but we should be concerned about what's coming next. Greg and Holly discuss the latest piece with Jay Evensen, Deseret News Opinion Editor.

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

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

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

  It narrowly passed the house, now some in the Senate expressing heartburn with aspects of President Trump's Big Beautiful Budget Bill. Deseret News Congressional Correspondent Cami Mondeux joins live about the status of the bill and why a key few Republican senators aren't sold on in the bill. Holly Richardson, Editor of Utah Policy and new host of Inside Sources, joins the hosts to give her analysis. Jay Evensen, Opinion Editor of the Deseret news shares his latest thoughts on the budget bill.  

SLC Utah ranks #24 on WalletHub's list of best places to be a hockey fan! Why #24? And how does SLC get to #1? Debbie and Marty discuss the growing community for hockey in SLC and get insight from Jay Evensen with the Utah Puck Report.  Chip Lupo, Writer and Analyst with WalletHub shares what SLC needs to do to increase their ranking.

House Republicans have passed President Trump's Big Beautiful Budget bill. Debbie and guest host Holly Richardson discuss key elements of the bill with Ashley Fields, Breaking News Reporter with The Hill in DC. Jay Evensen, Opinion Editor with the Deseret News joins the show to discuss how this budget will impact the national deficit. Gina Cornia with Utahns Against Hunger shares reactions to the changes in food aid with this legislation.

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

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

The trade war with China and reciprocal tariffs between the U.S and other countries has made Christmas a little less jolly as parents may not be able to afford everything around the season. We speak to Jay Evensen, Opinion Editor Deseret News, about these prices.

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

Earlier this year, the Trump Administration announced that they want to get rid of the penny, as the costs of the metal no longer line up with the production of the currency. Now the nickel may be on the chopping block. Jay Evensen, Opinion Editor of the Deseret News, speaks to the future of the nickel and if it's bound for the same fate. Callers chime in about how frequently they use cash.

From mops, to clothes, to dishes ... Guess how many items the average American home contains -- The number is outstanding!  Deseret News, Opinion editor, Jay Evensen tells us why it matters in today's tariff talk. Listeners chime in to discuss if the threat of tariffs will change their spending habits.

Air Taxis may be the next step in transportation, making us one step closer to our life like the Jetsons. But do you trust them right now?  We bring on Jay Evensen, Opinion Editor of the Deseret News, to discuss the hesitancy around flying vehicles right now and what would make fliers feel ready to take that next step.

  Inflation has risen quickly, but can it be tamed just as fast? Jay Evensen, the Opinion Editor of the Deseret News about his opinion piece about how hard inflation is manage for different presidents and how federal spending plays a huge part into it. 

The Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE) is on a mission to gut government spending. In the most recent announcement posted by President Donald Trump on truth social...they will quit minting new pennies in a hope to help the deficit. We speak to Jay Evensen, Opinion Editor at Deseret News about his latest opinion piece on how real meaningful change in the deficit is going to be much harder.   https://www.deseret.com/opinion/2025/02/10/doge-has-yet-to-tackle-real-spending-challenges/

The barrier of entry for gambling is getting thinner, and its coming at a cost of the integrity of sports viewing. We reached out to Opinion Editor of the Deseret News, Jay Evensen on his newest  piece "Opinion: Legal gambling is killing sports" to discuss the current situation organized sports is facing with this newest threat to a clean and fair game.

There is a proposal on Utah's Capitol Hill that would keep Utah on Standard time year round. Jay Evensen, Opinion Editor with the Deseret News shares insights from his latest opinion piece. Listeners chime in on if the time change for daylight savings time should stay or go.

Many may think that to run for office it is too much of a challenge to do so. Should Utah make it easier to get on the ballot? Dave and Debbie speak with Jay Evensen, Opinion Editor with the Deseret News about his latest opinion piece on Representative Ray Ward's proposal to lower Utah's signature threshold.

Donald Trump is 78 years old and, when inaugurated next week, will be the oldest president elected to office.  Opinion Editor at The Deseret News, Jay Evensen, recently wrote a piece titled, 'Why do Americans Keep Electing Senior Citizens?' And speaks with Dave and Erin about the balance between experience and productivity... a balance that seems to be skewing one way in today's aging leadership.

  Jay Evensen, Opinion Editor at the Deseret News joins the show to break down his latest opinion piece.  

In the aftermath of the violent shooting death of United Healthcare CEO Brian Thompson, reactions have been mostly mournful, though a vocal minority has praised accused shooter Luigi Mangione as a hero, and the murder as justified. Jay Evensen, Opinion Editor of the Deseret News, joins Debby to talk about the not-new idea of praising vigilantism in America, and how to reform healthcare without violence. Debby takes calls from listeners, asking "what would you like to see change in healthcare?" 

AI is advancing quicker than we can keep up but will cars ever be truly self-driving? This poses the question if big tech's promises are colliding with what's happening in reality. Opinion Editor at The Deseret News, Jay Evensen, talks with Dave and Debbie about his latest opinion piece on the issue.  

Have we made having debt too relatable? Splurging on a coffee, or feeling the Christmas Spirit and reaching a bit out of your means? Jay Evensen, Opinion Editor at Deseret News about how our relationship with debt is changing. Dave and Debbie take listener calls.

Jay Evensen, Opinion Editor at Deseret News discusses his latest opinion piece about how a prisoner ran for Congress in Alaska and why we should go slow on election reforms.  

Do voters pay more attention to the data or to their own personal financial situations when voting on the economy? Jay Evensen, Opinion Editor at Deseret News, joins the show with some advice for politicians who've hinged their campaigns on inflation and the economy at large. 

The Washington Post has announced it will not be endorsing a candidate this election. The owner, Jeff Bezos has released an opinion piece defending this decision. Boyd Matheson, Host of Inside Sources and Jay Evensen, Opinion Editor of the Deseret News brings his analysis on newspapers endorsing candidates.

At the height of election season, and all the fact-checking and untruths that come with it, the average person might get the impression that America is the land of dishonesty. Jay Evensen, Opinion Editor at Deseret News, discusses why we shouldn't be calling each other liars. Dave and Debbie take listener calls to learn more about listeners most honorable moments. 

Two amendments listed on this year's ballot are not really there, one of them includes Amendment A. The amendment would have removed the earmark that gave all Utah income tax collections to public and higher education, but it ALSO said a yes vote meant “state statute will eliminate the state sales tax on food.” As this amendment is now void  on the ballot, Dave speaks with Jay Evensen, Opinion Editor of the Deseret News about what this means for the future of the food tax.  

In a world often clouded by cynicism and distrust, stories of everyday honesty shine as beacons of hope. From lost envelopes of cash to misplaced company deposits, people's integrity reminds us of the inherent goodness in society. While political discourse may paint a grim picture, Jay Evensen from Deseret News emphasizes that the actions of ordinary citizens tell a different story, challenging us to reconsider our perceptions of society and the power of individual choices.  

Dave and Debbie provide updates on the latest missile strike Iran has launched on Israel, then speak with Jay Evensen, Opinion Editor at Deseret News about his latest opinion piece on legal sports betting in the US.

What is really fueling inflation? Jay Evensen, Opinion Editor at Deseret News, breaks down a claim the Harris campaign has made that it's the greedy ones fueling inflation. Dave and Debbie discuss the historical context with Jay and if this claim has any basis in fact.

In the ongoing debate about inflation and its causes, the narrative of corporate greed has gained significant traction, particularly among political figures seeking to explain rising prices. However, recent studies and economic analyses paint a more nuanced picture, challenging the simplistic notion of "greedflation" and pointing to broader economic factors at play. Jay Evensen from Deseret News delves deeper into inflation so we can foster a more informed and productive dialogue about the true drivers of inflation and the most effective ways to address economic challenges. 

Dig into Thursday’s headlines with Boyd Matheson! Ian Rowe joins Boyd to discuss what the data is showing a year after affirmative action was struck down by the Supreme Court. Delve into the spending negotiations happening in Congress with Kellie Meyer. Jenet Jacob Erickson breaks down the data on what reality is for religious women, especially those belonging to the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. Jay Evensen unravels the narrative that inflation is caused by greed and More!

Sports betting has changed the landscape of almost every league in the country, but what happens when people start placing money on election results? Deseret News Opinion Editor, Jay Evensen joins the show to explain how dangerous this trend could be.

In the recent Trump-Harris debate, a critical issue loomed large but went unaddressed: the staggering $35 trillion national debt. This "elephant in the room" represents a looming economic crisis that could have far-reaching consequences for future generations. As both candidates make promises that could potentially add trillions more to the deficit, Jay Evensen from Deseret News emphasizes how it's crucial for voters to understand the long-term implications of these fiscal policies.

Join Boyd Matheson is delving into Thursday’s news. Jay Evensen sits down with Boyd to discuss the topic missing from yesterday’s debate: the national debt. Learn how psychology can heal political divisions with Jamil Zaki. Naman Shah breaks down the benefits of refugees and how we can reform the immigrant policy to be more welcoming and effective. The Surgeon General’s message about parenting is missing how rewarding and fulfilling parenting can be according to Wendy Wang and More!

In a stunning turn of events, Muhammad Yunus, the Nobel laureate and microcredit pioneer, has been appointed interim leader of Bangladesh following a period of violent protests. As a friend to Utah, Yunus has adopted many Utahn principles in his work to alleviate poverty. Combine that with his unwavering commitment to Bangladesh, Yunus now faces his greatest test as he attempts to restore order and trust in a deeply divided country. Jay Evensen from Deseret News elaborates on Yunus’ relationship with Utah and the new position he has taken.

Join Boyd Matheson in diving into Wednesday’s news! All of the news is focusing on Tim Walz becoming the Democratic vice president pick for the upcoming election ticket and Boyd dives into how the pick will affect the next 90 days. Judge Thomas Griffith joins to talk about the inspired principles behind the United States Constitution and their importance to shaping our democracy today. Matt Stoller delves into the ongoing lawsuit between the American government and Google. Muhammad Yunus, the newly appointed interim leader of Bangladesh, is a friend of Utah’s and Jay Evensen shares why that is important and More!

Get the latest news on this Tuesday with Boyd Matheson! David Drucker helps break down the effects that Tim Walz becoming the Democratic vice president nominee will have on the election. The spread of disinformation in the digital world is becoming more rampant and Jay Evensen helps listeners know what they need to do to defend themselves from political propaganda. Robert Oldham shares the data on how the media affects our perception of Congress. A solution for illegal immigration might be in our trade policy and Christine McDaniel shares why that is the case and More!

In an era of rapidly advancing technology, the spread of disinformation poses a growing threat to the integrity of democratic processes. The recent incident involving a doctored video of Kamala Harris serves as a stark reminder of how easily false narratives can proliferate in the digital age. As foreign actors ramp up their efforts to influence U.S. elections through sophisticated disinformation campaigns, the need for critical thinking and media literacy has never been more urgent. Jay Evensen from Deseret News shares how we can safeguard our democratic institutions while preserving freedom of speech in an increasingly complex information landscape.

President Biden shocked the nation and the world when he announced his decision to not run for re-election. And while it is certainly an unprecedented move in modern politics, we have seen this kind of thing happen before in our history. What happened when then President Calvin Coolidge decided that he wouldn't run for re-election? And what does it teach us about today's moment? Jay Evensen from Deseret News joins the show.

As early members of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints fled persecution in the mid-1800s and settled in the Salt Lake Valley, they put a printing press in a wagon and moved it across the United States — publishing the first edition of the Deseret News on June 15, 1850. The legacy of that newspaper continues today with editors and writers who still work to spread light and truth around the world on Deseret.com. Jay Evensen, the opinion editor of the Deseret News, joins this episode of the Church News podcast to talk about the legacy and mission of the Deseret News to inform and influence. He also addresses the power of forgiveness, becoming peacemakers and disagreeing better in a divisive and polarized society. The Church News Podcast is a weekly podcast that invites listeners to make a journey of connection with members of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints across the globe. Host Sarah Jane Weaver, reporter and executive editor for The Church News for a quarter-century, shares a unique view of the stories, events, and most important people who form this international faith. With each episode, listeners are asked to embark on a journey to learn from one another and ponder, “What do I know now?” because of the experience. Produced by KellieAnn Halvorsen.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.