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It’s the most wonderful time of the year, for fangirls (and boys) like our host KellieAnn Halvorsen, as the countdown to FanX Salt Lake Comic & Pop Culture Convention is hitting the 20s! In only a month, fans, nerds, geeks, cosplayers, artists, authors, and creatives of all sorts will descend on the Salt Palace in Salt Lake City for a three-day event like no other in Utah — not to mention big-name celebrities like David Tennant, William Shatner, and Marisa Tomei. On this episode of KSL’s Fan Effect podcast, FanX Founder Dan Farr previews the 2025 event, talking all about what to expect this year, a sneak peek into show highlights and guests, and tips on how to get your con on. And joining as our guest co-host is fellow FanX fan and moderator Heather Kelly from KSL Newsradio. The brains behind Fan Effect are connoisseurs of categories surpassing nerdy, with a goal to publish a weekly "What to Watch on the Weekend" minisodes taken from KSL-TV's Friday segment, and two deep-dives a month on shows, creative works, artists, local events, and other fandom topics. Based in the beautiful beehive state, Fan Effect celebrates Utah's unique fan culture as it has been declared The Nerdiest State in America by TIME, and is hosted by KSL Movie Show's Andy Farnsworth and KSL Podcasts' KellieAnn Halvorsen. Fan Effect is sponsored by Megaplex Theatres, Utah's premier movie entertainment company.
Coverage of the Funeral Service for Tremonton-Garland Officer Eric Estrada Guests: KSL NewsRadio's Adam Small, Shante Johnson- Widow of Officer Derek Johnson, KSL 5 TV's Mike Anderson, Jennie Taylor, Reporter Brian Champagne Full Funeral Service Recap of Service
Pop superstar Taylor Swift appeared on her Instagram today with a rock the size of Spain on her finger. Her engagement with Chiefs player Travis Kelce. KSL's Taylor Swift Correspondent Caitlyn Johnston, analyzes the engagement and why listeners should be happy for all of the Swifties in their lives. And, it's the first day of Pumpkin Spice Latte season, Greg and Holly talk about the seasonally sweeping coffee craze.
It's game week for Utah football, as the team prepares for a road contest at the Rose Bowl against former Pac-12 foe UCLA. Host Josh Furlong recaps a couple Week Zero games — the two games that had Big 12 teams — and recapped Kyle Whittingham's comments from his weekly presser. What will be Utah's offensive identity? How confident is the team going into Saturday? Is UCLA a challenge for the Utes? Stay up to date with University of Utah athletics news and coverage from KSL.com Sports on social media platform X @KSLcomSports and on KSL.com. Follow Josh Furlong @JFurKSL
KSL 5 TV Reporter and Host of the now KSL Podcast host, Andrew Adams joins the show to talk about his newest podcast, Utah's Cold Cases, where he discusses some of the chilling stories that come out of Utah's police files. Listen as Greg and Holly talk about Cold Cases, and the freedom podcasts give to discuss them.
Interim session brings voting processes and chief justice appointment into focus New entertainment venue coming to Salt Lake City! 60+ campfires left abandoned by Utah campers in one weekend KSL on campus: Navigating financial aid in the age of the "Big, Beautiful Bill" Canyons School District's $50 Million challenge The Tariffs That Stole Christmas: rising Christmas costs face the US amidst tariffs Long COVID in kids: The long-term effects of the 2020 pandemic
Utah football is wrapping up its fall camp this week before shifting to game week on Monday. Host Josh Furlong recaps the major talking points from camp — depth charts, QB2 identified, defensive tackles progress — and how it will relate to the 2025 season. He also recaps a town hall meeting that Utah athletic director Mark Harlan held on Saturday about how Utah will handle the House Settlement and what it will mean for the university. Stay up to date with University of Utah athletics news and coverage from KSL.com Sports on social media platform X @KSLcomSports and on KSL.com. Follow Josh Furlong @JFurKSL
The Utes beat writer for KSL.com reacts to Isaac Wilson being named the #2 QB, Whitt saying they won't publish a depth chart because of newly mandated injury reports + more
The Utes beat writer for KSL.com reacts to Isaac Wilson being named the #2 QB, Whitt saying they won't publish a depth chart because of newly mandated injury reports + more
Chris Sullivan with a Chokepoint: Highlighting the construction season post-"Month of Hell" // Brian Evans from Madrona Financial Services with a personal finance report // Retired Lt. General Richard Newton on the meeting between President Trump and Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky // Charlie Harger Commentary on the passing of an important // Carolyn Ossorio on the new KSL podcast: "Stolen Voices of Dole Valley" // David Fahrenthold on President Trump's push to end mail-in voting // Gee Scott on a debate surrounding an expensive table broken by a toddler at a restaurant
Trump, Zelenskyy, and the EU set for high-stakes meeting at the White House KSL on Campus: Tips for the first day of classes CDC says ER hospital visits by children double as kids head back to school Utah lawmakers to reconsider legislation amid controversy over Senate President Adams' family ties Utah ranks worst in the nation for women's equality, study shows Key takeaways from the Trump-Zelenskyy meeting and what lies ahead
If you're heading down to places like Moab today... or areas like Helper or Price, construction workers are beginning a project on US-6 today that aims to prevent deadly crashes... Greg and Holly speak with KSL 5 TV's Daniel Woodruff about what updates are coming to US 6.
Host Josh Furlong is joined by Josh Newman and Bryan Brown in a "Hot Takes Draft" episode. The three give their best hot takes for Utah football and the Big 12, while providing context to help prepare you for the 2025 season. Some of the takes are scorching, while others are much more reasonable and well within reach. It's an episode you don't want to miss. Stay up to date with University of Utah athletics news and coverage from KSL.com Sports on social media platform X @KSLcomSports and on KSL.com. Follow Josh Furlong @JFurKSL
School crossing zones are meant to be safe spaces, but sometimes they are downright scary! As we continue our KSL in the Classroom coverage, we will be talking about the issue at hand and some hefty penalties for drivers who don't follow the law
Fire destroys downtown SLC restaurant and bars on Main Street Monday night a fire erupted in downtown SLC on Main Street and roared across five buildings. London Belle, White Horse, Lost Tapatio's, and Whiskey street have all been impacted. We go in-depth on the fire. What occurred, and the impact this fire will have on the area. We speak to KSL Newsradio's Adam Small who was live on the scene. Greg and Holly listen to a live update from SLC Mayor Erin Mendenhall and SLC Fire Chief  AM - It's Primary Election Day in Utah! It is municipal Primary Election Day for parts of Utah. Lt. Governor Diedre Henderson joins the show to discuss election logistics and what voters need to know to make sure their vote is counted.  Utah Supreme Court orders revival of dismissed child abuse case against Park City tennis coach The Utah Supreme Court has ordered that a dismissed child abuse case against Park City tennis coach... should be revived. This case revolved around a Park City High tennis coach Lani Wilcox who is being charged with aggravated child abuse and interrupting communication device use, this stemming from a disagreement with the student during practice. Greg goes into the details of the case and how it will proceed going forward.  School zone safety and penalties to be aware of School crossing zones are meant to be safe spaces, but sometimes they are downright scary! As we continue our KSL in the Classroom coverage, we will be talking about the issue at hand and some hefty penalties for drivers who don't follow the law   The largest data center in the world is coming to Millard Utah The rise of AI and its integration into our daily lives is sapping the power grid, and means that for this to keep up..we need to make bigger data centers. The Millard County Commission back in June approved in favor of appropriating over one-thousand acres of agricultural land to be redeveloped to create the world's largest data center. We speak to Commissioner Bill Wright about this new data center and what it means for Utah.  'A women's church' Inside the FAIR Latter-Day Saint Conference A panel focused on the "lived experience of Latter-day Saint women" was held at the Latter-Day Saint Conference in Lehi, Friday. We invite Sara Weaver, editor of Deseret News and a panelist from the event on the show to discuss what she shared and took away from the conference.  The trial of Nicholas Rossi The man who allegedly faked his death, changed his name, and fled to Scotland to avoid rape charges in Utah is standing trial. We go in-depth on this case with an debrief of how we got to this point and where the case is as proceedings begin.  New year, new look: why kids care about the first day of school outfit While parents are preparing for students making their way back to the classroom with pencils and calculators. Students are worried about how they are going to look. Often the first day of school is a very emotional day for students and they want to start it feeling confident. We go into details about how your student can head back feeling strong so they can succeed.  The power of forgiveness letters Sometimes after a person goes through some trauma, that weight of the event or years of impact can stick around on an individual long after the event has finished. There is a new way to deal with these emotions so you can move on...forgiveness letters. Lois Collins, a writer for Deseret News, joins the show and explains the benefits of writing these forgiveness letters and how it helps allow people to move past and into a better life.  Challenges of the being left handed It's left-handers day! Greg is left handed and shares challenges he faced as a kid and adult with being a left hander. Holly shares ways to help kids who are left handed and more facts of the day.
On Saturday, Utah conducted its first scrimmage of fall. And while the coaching staff doesn't have all the answers following the scrimmage, some things are becoming more clear. Host Josh Furlong gives an update on the latest from camp, including a conversation about where the team stands as a whole, the wide receiver depth and some surprising comments by Kyle Whittingham about the running back depth. He also breaks down the QB2 race and where it stands, while looking at some key positions on the defensive side of the ball, too. Stay up to date with University of Utah athletics news and coverage from KSL.com Sports on social media platform X @KSLcomSports and on KSL.com. Follow Josh Furlong @JFurKSL
Utah opened up its fall camp last week, and the offense has hit the ground running following a strong offseason. Host Josh Furlong recaps the first week of camp and all the top stories from the first few days of practice. Utah head coach Kyle Whittingham and his offensive and defensive coordinators give their early insight into what they're focusing on and what they're seeing ahead of the season. Stay up to date with University of Utah athletics news and coverage from KSL.com Sports on social media platform X @KSLcomSports and on KSL.com. Follow Josh Furlong @JFurKSL
On this episode of The Creep Off, we find out who will be spinning the dreaded Wheel of Consequences. With the score tied 4–4, it all comes down to this. We're also kicking off a brand-new round with a Wildcard Match featuring special guest Bryan Johnson from Tell 'Em Steve Dave! Plus: a fresh Scum Parade, a new Karl's Cop Cam which truly disturbed Vinnie, and all the filth you've come to expect. Don't forget to vote for who brought the biggest creep at thecreepoff.com.  Check out this week's scum parade stories here: Man filmed woman in bathroom, then tracked his phone to sheriff's office, police say | KSL.comCalifornia serial butt sniffer Calese Carron Crowder arrested againSickening family secrets that led to baby being found in Walmart bathroom | Daily Mail OnlineProminent French LGBT Activist Operated Pedophile Ring Using His Own Foster Children, Some As Young As 5 Months Old - ReduxxThe score is currently Vinnie 0 - Karl 0 – Guest 3 visit thecreepoff.com to vote and decide this week's winnerWant more of the madness? Support the show on Patreon, Supercast & Backed.by to snag exclusive merch and get an extra bonus episode every week!Don't forget you can leave us a voicemail at 585-371-8108You can follow our Results girl Danni on Instagram @Danni_Desolation
You've endured the long offseason, but now Utah football is back in action ... or at least it will be this week. Host Josh Furlong takes you through some of the top storylines for fall camp to get you ready for the action. It's a season of redemption for Utah, but can they live up to that pressure to be better? He also talks preseason watchlist season, recruiting updates ahead of a potential addition, and a tease at his AP Top 25 ballot and where he has Utah. Stay up to date with University of Utah athletics news and coverage from KSL.com Sports on social media platform X @KSLcomSports and on KSL.com. Follow Josh Furlong @JFurKSL
RSL Random Fan Podcast, Real Salt Lake's most fan centric podcast
We share our somewhat controversial thoughts on the Portland and FC Cincinnati matches along with a special interview with an RSL Press OG Sean Walker from Salt City FC and KSL. It's a great episode!
JJ & Alex with Jeremiah Jensen and Alex Kirry on July 17, 2025. Damian Lillard signs with the Portland Trailblazers Wayne Cook, UCLA Football sideline reporter Would You Rather? Sam Farnsworth, KSL 5 TV Sports Anchor Cody Williams leads the Utah Jazz to Summer League win The Top 10: States with the friendliest drivers Bronco Mendenhall at MW Media Days NFL Blitz: TJ Watt agrees to a massive contract extension Best and Worst of the Day
Sam Farnsworth, KSL 5 TV Sports Anchor, joins the program to recap Mountain West Media Days, the vibe from Utah State and other departing schools, and the feelings towards Utah State football.
Hour 2 of JJ & Alex with Jeremiah Jensen and Alex Kirry. Sam Farnsworth, KSL 5 TV Sports Anchor Cody Williams leads the Utah Jazz to Summer League win The Top 10: States with the friendliest drivers
Utah football was at Big 12 media days in Frisco, Texas, this week to talk about the upcoming season. Host Josh Furlong was down in Texas to talk to Kyle Whittingham and the players. He breaks down those conversations and what he learned about the upcoming season. The biggest takeaway was the newfound vibes of the team. He also gives an update on Utah's recruiting, which got a bump after one of its committed players was upgraded to a fifth star in the rankings. Stay up to date with University of Utah athletics news and coverage from KSL.com Sports on social media platform X @KSLcomSports and on KSL.com. Follow Josh Furlong @JFurKSL
Salt Lake City Police Department has issued a warning about a spike in Kia and Hyundai auto-thefts. KSL 5 TV's Garna Mejia reported on this spike and joins Greg and Holly to discuss why these specific automobiles are being targeted and what owners can do about it.
The Utes insider for KSL.com on Big 12 Media Days, Realistic expectations for the Utes this fall + more
The Utes insider for KSL.com on Big 12 Media Days, Realistic expectations for the Utes this fall + more
The Utes insider for KSL.com on Big 12 Media Days, Realistic expectations for the Utes this fall + more
Talking season begins this week when the Big 12 hosts its annual media days in Frisco, Texas. Host Josh Furlong will be down in Texas and gives his preview of what to look for in the coming days as the college football offseason takes a turn toward the new season. He'll breakdown what to expect, who is coming, and what the storylines coming out of media days will be for the upcoming season. He also gives his own preseason poll for the upcoming year. Stay up to date with University of Utah athletics news and coverage from KSL.com Sports on social media platform X @KSLcomSports and on KSL.com. Follow Josh Furlong @JFurKSL
A legal Utah resident has returned home after immigration officials detained him after a return flight from Peru... he was in custody for close to three months. KSL 5 TV's Garna Mejia joins the show with the latest information.
With 13 committed recruits for the 2026 class, Utah football remains in the hunt for several top-tier talent ahead of the upcoming season. Host Josh Furlong gives an update on who has recently committed, as well as the players to watch in the coming weeks. He also gives an update on the Jake Retzlaff situation. He closes out the show with the final iteration of the Utah football schedule breakdown, with a look at Kansas State and Kansas. Though both teams have some similarities going into the season, how will they be when Utah faces them at the end of the year? Stay up to date with University of Utah athletics news and coverage from KSL.com Sports on social media platform X @KSLcomSports and on KSL.com. Follow Josh Furlong @JFurKSL
Longtime attorney and KSL legal expert Greg Skordas provides insight on the latest of the legal lawsuit involving Jake Retzlaff.
In 1995, 15-year-old Kiplyn Davis disappeared in broad daylight from her high school in Spanish Fork, Utah. Her belongings were abandoned in her locker, and she never made it to her afternoon classes. No one has seen her since. Thirty years later, the mystery of what happened to Kiplyn has endured in a community that refuses to forget her. However, as the years have passed, the ties that have bound family and friends together have begun to come undone, and secrets have started to emerge, which begs the question: how long can someone stay quiet when what they've done starts to come into the light? Anyone who has any information that can lead to the discovery of Kiplyn's remains is asked to call the Spanish Fork police department at  (801) 798-5070 or (801) 804-4700. Alternatively, you can call the FBI field office at 801-374-5332.Connect with us on Social Media!You can find us at:Instagram: @bookofthedeadpodX: @bkofthedeadpodFacebook: The Book of the Dead PodcastTikTok: BookofthedeadpodOr visit our website at www.botdpod.comFeaturing a promo for Tragedy With A View:What is life without close calls with disaster?Hosted by Kayla, Tragedy with a View is an outdoor lover's podcast for those who love true tales of tragic loss and unbelievable survival involving the wilderness, wildlife and weather. Listening to Tragedy with a View you will hear stories of strength and beauty, and an untethered understanding that Mother Nature plays by her own secret set of rules. Grab your pack, lace up your boots, put your harness on your pup and venture out into the great outdoors. We will see you there!Listen here For a full list of sources, please visit BOTDpod.com'I just want to find my sister' Family remembers Kiplyn Davis 30 years after her disappearance. (2025, May 2). heraldextra.com. https://www.heraldextra.com/news/2025/may/01/i-just-want-to-find-my-sister-family-remembers-kiplyn-davis-30-years-after-her-disappearance/Briscoe, C., United States of America, Brass, E. K., Tolman, B. L., & Hagen, D. (2009). United States v. David Rucker Leifson. In E. A. Shumaker, United States Court of Appeals Tenth Circuit [Legal case]. https://www.ca10.uscourts.gov/sites/ca10/files/opinions/01018087192.pdfDec 16, 2005, page 5 - The Daily Herald at Newspapers.com. (n.d.). Newspapers.com. https://www.newspapers.com/image/468220534/?match=1&terms=kiplyn%20davisDelicino, J. M., McCaughey, S. R., Hagen, D., Tolman, B. L., Briscoe, Seymour, & Lucero. (2008). United States v. Timmy Brent Olsen. In United States Court of Appeals Tenth Circuit, United States Court of Appeals Tenth Circuit. https://cases.justia.com/federal/appellate-courts/ca10/06-4307/06-4307-2011-03-14.pdf?ts=1411085483Indictment gives more details on Kiplyn Davis case. (2006, February 22). KSL.com. https://www.ksl.com/article/167173/indictment-gives-more-details-on-kiplyn-davis-caseIsraelsen, S. (2024, January 13). “I did it, I raped and killed Kiplyn.” Deseret News. https://www.deseret.com/2006/2/28/19940702/i-did-it-i-raped-and-killed-kiplyn/Kiplyn DAVIS. (n.d.). DPS – Criminal Identification (BCI). https://bci.utah.gov/coldcases/kiplyn-davis-2/Kiplyn Davis – The Charley Project. (n.d.). https://charleyproject.org/case/kiplyn-davis?utm_source=chatgpt.comManson, P., & Hollingshead, T. (2005, December 11). The Kiplyn Davis story, a decade later. The Salt Lake Tribune. https://archive.sltrib.com/article.php?id=3299325&itype=NGPSIDMcHoes, T. (1996, December 20). Flier goes out to 61 million homes. The Daily Herald, A9.Meyers, D. W. (1995, May 20). Family asks daughter to come home. The Daily Herald, A3.Nokkentved, N. S. (2005a, September 27). FBI makes another arrest in Davis case. The Daily Herald, 1.Nokkentved, N. S. (2005b, November 17). Suspect in Kiplyn Davis case released. The Daily Herald, 12.Nokkentved, N. S. (2005c, November 27). Moment of Lies. The Daily Herald, 1–7.Officials in Spanish Fork looking for missing teen. (1995, May 4). The Daily Herald, A10.Olsen refuses to answer questions at parole hearing about location of Kiplyn Davis' remains. (2021, March 9). heraldextra.com. https://www.heraldextra.com/news/2021/mar/09/olsen-refuses-to-answer-questions-at-parole-hearing-about-location-of-kiplyn-davis-remains/Ortiz, M. (2014, September 24). Sister claims family covered up brother's role in Kiplyn Davis murder. ABC4. https://www.abc4.com/news/sister-claims-family-covered-up-brothers-role-in-kiplyn-davis-murder/Ortiz, M. (2022, May 16). The Justice Files: Remembering Kiplyn. ABC4. https://www.abc4.com/news/justice-files/the-justice-files-remembering-kiplyn/Peterson, C. (2005, August 12). Another arrest in Davis disappearance. The Daily Herald, D1–D3.Robinson, D. (2023, December 21). A day for Kiplyn: City, family remember girl who disappeared in 1995. Deseret News. https://www.deseret.com/2018/5/2/20644368/a-day-for-kiplyn-city-family-remember-girl-who-disappeared-in-1995/Sep 06, 2007, page 4 - The Daily Herald at Newspapers.com. (n.d.). Newspapers.com. https://www.newspapers.com/image/472077077/?match=1&terms=kiplyn%20davisUnsolved, S. O. T. (2024, September 2). The disappearance of Kiplyn Davis. Stories of the Unsolved. https://storiesoftheunsolved.com/2024/09/02/kiplyn-davis/#:~:text=EARLY%20LIFE%3A&text=Growing%20up%2C%20she%20was%20described,at%20Spanish%20Fork%20High%20School.Warnock, C. (2005, April 30). Arrest indecade-old disappearance. The Daily Herald, A1–A7.Writer, J. V. S. (2024, January 23). FBI JOINS POLICE IN SEARCH FOR MISSING SPANISH FORK GIRL. Deseret News. https://www.deseret.com/1995/8/4/19185898/fbi-joins-police-in-search-for-missing-spanish-fork-girl/
The Utah Grizzlies are exploring a sale and potential relocation. After the NHL came to the state, is there only room for one hockey team in Utah? Jay Stevens, KSL's Hockey Insider and Host of KSL Sports', Utah Puck Report Podcast joins the show to discuss the reasoning behind the sale, what's next for the team and what Utah would lose if the Grizzlies relocated. Holly shares her fun facts of the day.
Utah football concluded official visits over the weekend for the 2026 recruiting class. The staff loaded up the final weekend with several talented players, including five-star offensive tackle Felix Ojo and Lone Peak High twin receivers Jaron and Keenan Pula. Host Josh Furlong recaps what is known about Utah's final week of official visits, as well as giving an updated look at the commits Utah has received for the class. He also continues his schedule series breakdown with a look at Cincinnati and Baylor. If Utah is in contention for a Big 12 title, that road trip to Waco, Texas, could prove to be a pivotal and seismic game down the stretch. Stay up to date with University of Utah athletics news and coverage from KSL.com Sports on social media platform X @KSLcomSports and on KSL.com. Follow Josh Furlong @JFurKSL
KSL legal analyst and Inside Sources host Greg Skordas joins to break down the Supreme Court's decision to uphold Tennessee's ban on gender-related care for transgender minors.
We're back again to preview the two games that will start the back half stretch of Utah football's schedule. It's a rivalry stretch that has a lot of unknowns for the two opponents BYU and Colorado Host Josh Furlong breaks down these two tough games, which includes a road game against in-state rival BYU and a home bout against a different Colorado team. With the unknowns surrounding the QB position for both programs, there's a lot of questions going into the season about how good these two schools can be a year after improvement for both teams. It's a tough stretch that could prove the mettle of Utah's team this season. Stay up to date with University of Utah athletics news and coverage from KSL.com Sports on social media platform X @KSLcomSports and on KSL.com. Follow Josh Furlong @JFurKSL
It is summer! Children are home, its warm and it's time to take that family trip everyone has been waiting for all winter. KSL 5 TV's Daniel Woodruff shares some options you have to make that trip a little less demanding on your wallet. Greg and Holly take listener calls to discuss top staycation spots in Utah.
We're back again to preview the next two games on Utah football's schedule, with a road game against West Virginia and a home game against reigning Big 12 champion Arizona State. Host Josh Furlong breaks down these two challenging games as Utah enters the halfway point of its season. Is a 4-2 record good enough for optimism for the remaining six games? He also gives an update on Utah's official visits, a brief look at the House settlement and what it means moving forward, as well as a look at what Phil Steele had to say about the Utes for the upcoming season. Stay up to date with University of Utah athletics news and coverage from KSL.com Sports on social media platform X @KSLcomSports and on KSL.com. Follow Josh Furlong @JFurKSL
Longtime voice of KSL NewsRadio, Doug Wright joins Debbie in studio to discuss retirement and the current state of news in Utah. Keri Wilcox and Sloan Schrage with KSL 5 TV share memorable moments from Debbie's career in television. KSL NewsRadio Producer, Caitlyn Johnston joins Deb in studio for her final segment to highlight fun moment from Dave and Dujanovic as Debbie leaves KSL to head into retirement.
City council candidate can't use preferred name on ballot Debbie Dujanovic says goodbye to KSL
Beginning this week on KSL Newsradio, an all new Inside Sources program comes to KSL Newsradio. Dr. Holly Richardson joins KSL legal analyst Greg Skordas to host the program weekdays from 9:00-12:00 noon. Holly joins KSL Newsradio's Amanda Dickson on A Woman's View.Â
Beginning this week on KSL Newsradio, an all new Inside Sources program comes to KSL Newsradio. Dr. Holly Richardson joins KSL legal analyst Greg Skordas to host the program weekdays from 9:00-12:00 noon. Holly joins KSL Newsradio's Amanda Dickson on A Woman's View.Â
Mitch Harper and Matt Baiamonte react to their conversation with KSL legal analyst Greg Skordas on the civil lawsuit involving BYU QB Jake Retzlaff.
KSL legal analyst Greg Skordas, with 38-years of legal experience, shares his insight into the allegations of the civil lawsuit against Jake Retzlaff.
KSL legal analyst Greg Skordas
BYU insider Mitch Harper KSL legal analyst Greg Skordas What you may have missed
KSL legal analyst Greg Skordas replay Sports Roulette Final thoughts on BYU QB Jake Retzlaff civil suit
Hour 1 BYU insider Mitch Harper KSL legal analyst Greg Skordas What you may have missed Hour 2 Spotrac & Front Office Show contributor Keith Smith Good, Bad & Ugly Whole World News Hour 3 KSL legal analyst Greg Skordas replay Sports Roulette Final thoughts on BYU QB Jake Retzlaff civil suit
In this episode of Masters of Moments, host Jake Wurzak sits down with Greg Kennealey, CEO of Peregrine Hospitality, for an in-depth conversation on building and operating a diversified hotel platform with a focus on performance, alignment, and long-term value creation. With a career that includes time at Strategic Hotels and KSL Capital, Greg brings both institutional experience and an owner-operator mindset to the conversation. They discuss the evolving landscape of hotel investment, from pandemic-driven shifts in demand and staffing, to the renewed importance of leisure travel, stress-testing models, and driving performance across both luxury resorts and extended-stay properties. Greg also breaks down the founding of Peregrine, their vertically integrated approach, and how alignment and talent are central to outperforming in any market cycle. They also cover: How the best hotel companies earned loyalty by prioritizing staff during COVID Lessons from KSL on underwriting, capital planning, and long-term investing The rise of experiential and independent resorts—and where they see opportunity Why owner-operator models outperform in today's capital environment The critical role of KPIs like labor margin, guest satisfaction, and revenue flow Designing phantom ownership structures to retain and reward top hotel talent Building a culture of accountability and innovation from the ground up This episode is a masterclass in hospitality execution, told through the lens of someone who has scaled both iconic resorts and margin-driven select-service portfolios—and believes the best teams win every time. Links: Peregrine Hospitality - https://www.peregrinehg.com/ Greg on LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/greg-kennealey-946b715/ Connect & Invest with Jake: Follow Jake on X: https://x.com/JWurzak 1 on 1 coaching with Jake: https://www.jakewurzak.com/coaching Learn How to Invest with DoveHill: https://bit.ly/3yg8Pwo Topics: (00:00:00) - Intro (00:01:32) - Resilience and Challenges in the Hotel Industry (00:03:12) - Investment Strategies and Stress Testing (00:04:59) - Balancing Leisure and Corporate Travel (00:08:21) - Operational Challenges and Innovations (00:34:13) - The Role of Location in Hotel Success (00:38:51) - Conviction in Hotel Investments (00:41:07) - The Complexity of Hotel Ownership (00:41:48) - The Owner-Operator Model (00:44:49) - Sales Strategies and Exit Timing (00:47:21) - Rapid Acquisition Challenges (00:50:12) - Building an Entrepreneurial Venture (00:54:24) - Operational Oversight and KPIs (00:58:40) - Managing Labor Costs (01:01:26) - Investing in Experiential Resorts (01:09:02) - Food and Beverage Strategies (01:15:52) - Future Goals and Favorite Hotels