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Local author and Salt Lake Tribune humor columnist Eli McCann has a new book on Utah quilting culture drama. Host Ali Vallarta and executive producer Emily Means ask him for the tea. Plus, does Gov. Spencer Cox really disagree better? And some seasonal jobs options.  Resources and references: Get tickets for Eli McCann's book talk about his novel,"Stitched." Spencer Cox's Crusade [The Atlantic] Become a member of City Cast Salt Lake today! It's the best way to support our work and help make sure we are around for years to come.  Subscribe to our daily morning newsletter. You can also find us on Instagram @CityCastSLC. Text or leave us a voicemail with your name and neighborhood, and you might hear it on the show: (801) 203-0137 Looking to advertise on City Cast Salt Lake? Check out our options for podcast and newsletter ads. Learn more about the sponsors of this episode:  Harmons Utah State Fair FanX Red Butte Garden Steelcoated Epoxy Floors WebRoot

What happens when you spend your life trying to find your way in a religion that never seems to have a space for you? Today, Mormon Stories welcomes Eli McCann, attorney, writer, podcaster, and humor columnist for The Salt Lake Tribune, to hear insights into his upbringing as a gay man in the LDS faith.Eli knew from a young age that he was gay, but understood that there would never be a place for him as an openly gay man in Mormonism. He served a mission, held leadership callings, and became deeply involved in the church while largely keeping his sexuality to himself. Eventually, after moving to Palau and serving as a Young Men's president, Eli reached a point where he could no longer reconcile his life with the church's teachings about homosexuality.He shares what led him to stop attending, come out to his family, and ultimately resign his membership—including the memorable experience of resigning with a Mormon bishop on top of a Book of Mormon. We also discuss the 2015 LGBTQ+ policy, his evolving views on faith, and why he has chosen to remain in Utah despite his complicated relationship with Mormonism.Eli is now known for finding humor in the quirks of Mormon culture through his writing for The Salt Lake Tribune. His new book, We're Thankful for the Moisture: A Gay Guy's Guide to Mormon Faith, Family, and Fruit Preservation, collects many of those stories and explores the intersections of Mormon culture, family, faith, and life as a gay man in Utah.This is a conversation about faith, family, sexuality, and learning to move forward without losing meaningful parts of your past.You can purchase Eli's new book here: https://www.signaturebooks.com/books/p/were-thankful-for-the-moisture___________________YouTubeAt Mormon Stories we explore, celebrate, and challenge Mormon culture through in-depth stories told by members and former members of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints as well as scholars, authors, LDS apologists, and other professionals.  Our overall mission is to: 1. Facilitate informed consent amongst LDS Church members, investigators, and non-members regarding Mormon history, doctrine, and theology2. Support Mormons (and members of other high-demand religions) who are experiencing a religious faith crisis3. Promote healing, growth and community for those who choose to leave the LDS Church or other high demand religions

“I think daddy killed mommy in the bathtub” - On April 11th, 2007, Alexis Somers gets an unexpected call from her father, Dr. Martin McNeill, 500 miles away in Pleasant Grove Utah: her mom, Michele, is dead. Martin claims her death was an accident--a complication from a surgery she had just days earlier, but when Alexis arrives back home she realizes something is terribly wrong. As Alexis begins to uncover what truly happened to her mom, it becomes clear that her dad is hiding a disturbing secret. Now, it's up to Alexis to avenge her mother, save her sisters, and take down a killer before he hurts anyone else. - Director, editor & co-writer: Matthew Rice Researchers: Tanvi Rajvanshi & Bianca Yzabelle Tan Voiceover: William Akana Producer: Salim Sader Assistant editor: Hannah Alicbusan Distribution manager & co-writer: Kat Gardilcic - Sources: Getty Images “Evil Rising in Utah”: Abuse of Power/Deadly Power, Oxygen, 2018. “Secrets in Pleasant Grove”: Dateline NBC, NBC, 2013. “The Perfect Nanny”: ABC 20/20, ABC News, 2019. “Bodycam video released in case of Springfield Twp. paramedics mistakenly declaring a woman dead” WTOL11, 2024. “Video: #MartinMacNeill's daughter, Alexis Somers, said she wants it known that she was the alleged victim” The Salt Lake Tribune, 2014. “MacNeill sentencing” Daily Herald, 2014. “The Official University of Nevada, Reno Campus Tour” University of Nevada, Reno, 2022. “Nab Fake Doctor Who Fooled The Neighbors and His Wife” The Jersey Journal, 1926. “Charges Against Doctor Dropped” The Spectrum, 2008. “Man Pleads Guilty to Identity Theft” The Spectrum, 2008. “County Dropping Charges Against P.G. Doctor” Daily Herald, 2008. “Doctor's Trial in Wife's Death Starts Years Later” Daily Herald, 2013. - Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The entirety of DJ & PK for August 19, 2026: HOUR ONE Elijah Reed and Nate Ritchie from Utah Fall Camp Gordon Monson, Sports columnist for the Salt Lake Tribune Aaron Roderick, Kelly Poppinga and Sione Moa from BYU Fall Camp HOUR TWO What is Trending: NBA, NFL, CFB, MLB, BYU, Utah, and RSL ESPN founder Bill Rasmussen dies at 93 Salt Lake is spoiled with great local owners HOUR THREE Bill Bender, college football writer for the Sporting News John Talty, college football writer for CBS Sports + MORE HOUR FOUR Preseason brawls and Training camps in NFL Slacker Radio Headlines Feedback of the Day

Hour one of DJ & PK for August 19, 2026: Elijah Reed and Nate Ritchie from Utah Fall Camp Gordon Monson, Sports columnist for the Salt Lake Tribune Aaron Roderick, Kelly Poppinga and Sione Moa from BYU Fall Camp

The entirety of DJ & PK for August 18, 2026: HOUR ONE Hunter Andrews, Solatoa Moea'i, Devon Dampier and Morgan Scalley from Utah Fall Camp Max Kellerman says 41-year-old LeBron James is a better player than Karl Malone ever was Josh Furlong: Where did he put Utah and BYU in his preseason AP Poll? HOUR TWO What is Trending: NBA, NFL, CFB, MLB, BYU, Utah, and Golf Question of the Day: Brian Santiago vs. Kalani Sitake AP Preseason Poll is almost identical to the coaches poll HOUR THREE Which college football team gets more love in state? Is it BYU or Utah? Gordon Monson, sports columnist for the Salt Lake Tribune Roger Goodell says 'no doubt' NFL will have team based outside U.S. HOUR FOUR Jeanie Buss contesting family's vote to sell stake in Lakers Slacker Radio Headlines Feedback of the Day

Hour three of DJ & PK for August 18, 2026: Which college football team gets more love in state? Is it BYU or Utah? Gordon Monson, sports columnist for the Salt Lake Tribune Roger Goodell says 'no doubt' NFL will have team based outside U.S.

Eli McCann on Writing "Stitched": Quilting, Comedy, and the Drama of a Sewing Circle What happens when a group of older women who quilt together also happen to be full of secrets, rivalries, and sharp opinions? Author Eli McCann joins the podcast to talk about his debut novel, Stitched, a comedic look at a fictional quilting group and all the drama that unfolds within it. Eli is a lawyer by profession and writes a humor column for the Salt Lake Tribune. Stitched is his first novel, and the idea came straight from his own family. His mom has quilted for years and been part of the same quilting group for most of that time. Eli grew up playing under the quilts she and her friends made together, long before he had any idea how much material was sitting right there in that sewing room. The book took shape after one dinner conversation, when his mom told him, "You won't believe all the drama in the quilting world," and spent the next few hours proving it. His husband was the one who suggested he turn it into a novel. In this episode, Eli talks about: The real conversation that sparked the idea for Stitched Why he pushed back when publishers wanted a younger main character and a romance subplot Writing older women as complex, funny, and entertaining without needing a love story to carry the book What it's been like watching quilters respond to a book that hasn't even released yet Stitched isn't out yet, but it's already generating buzz in the quilting community. Tune in to hear how a lifetime spent around quilters became the foundation for Eli's first novel. LINKS:  Order the book: https://www.torreyhouse.org/stitched-mccann Eli's website: https://www.itjustgetsstranger.com/

My friend Natalie Brown (JD, University of Virginia School of Law; PhD, Columbia University; Latter-day Saint; Salt Lake Tribune guest columnist; and mother of two) joins us to talk about her new book After Happiness: Living with Faith in a Time of Crisis. In the podcast/book Natalie talks about: How gospel messaging became entwined with individualistic formulas for happiness in the late Twentieth Century How some of the formulas the Church associated with the "plan of happiness" are now economically or otherwise out of reach for many members How happiness should not be used as measuring stick of evidence of gospel truth Problems with the “prosperity gospel” How feeling happy is not a choice for many Latter-day Saints—and they shouldn't feel judged for this or told to just be “more happy” How to find peace and opportunity after failure and unwanted disruption Finding perspective in Nephi's story on how to move forward in the face of societal collapse Why she stays in the Church How affordability is a major reality for younger Latter-day Saints Natalie is one of the “wisest and most original thinkers” in our community “tackling the profound question of what constitutes the good life.” If you want to find more peace, hope, and acceptance in your life (and become better at helping others), please read Natalie's book. Links: Natalie's book on Amazon: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0H64LBW2B Natalie's website: https://www.nataliebrown.com/ Natalie's IG: @nataliebrownwriter Launch Event: July 30th, 6 pm-7:30 pm, Compass Gallery, 250 W, Center Street #101, Provo, UT 84601. RSVP here: https://www.thecompassgallery.com/event-details/after-happiness-book-launch-with-natalie-brown

Holly absolutely loves this final story of the day -- The Salt Lake Tribune reports that one of the most popular children's shows on Netflix -- Cocomelon -- will soon be available in American Sign Language. And it's all thanks to two Utahns. Holly shares why she's excited for this story and then shares her fun facts of the day; Greg finishes with his closing arguments.

Ben Criddle talks BYU sports every weekday from 2 to 6 pm.Today's Host: Ben Criddle (@criddlebenjamin) and Co-Host: (ronthe3manweav)Subscribe to the Cougar Sports with Ben Criddle podcast: Apple Podcasts: https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/cougar-sports-with-ben-criddle/id99676

1. First Presidency's unified fast — Church News invitation (July 2) https://www.thechurchnews.com/members/2026/07/02/invitation-to-unified-fast-for-religious-liberty-on-sunday-july-5/ 2. First Presidency's unified fast — Church News Week in Review (July 5) https://www.thechurchnews.com/leaders/2026/07/05/week-in-review-first-presidency-invites-all-to-participate-in-a-united-fast/ 3. Andy Reid narrates America250 "Music & the Spoken Word" — Church News (July 5) https://www.thechurchnews.com/living-faith/2026/07/05/tabernacle-choir-orchestra-andy-reid-america-250-music-spoken-word/ 4. Andy Reid "Music & the Spoken Word" — Deseret News (July 5) https://www.deseret.com/faith/2026/07/05/what-andy-reid-said-at-music-and-the-spoken-word/ 5. Andy Reid "Music & the Spoken Word" — Church Newsroom (July 5) https://newsroom.churchofjesuschrist.org/article/andy-reid-music-and-the-spoken-word 6. Coeur d'Alene Idaho & Maceió Brazil temple groundbreakings — Church News (July 6) https://www.thechurchnews.com/temples/2026/07/06/groundbreaking-dates-set-coeur-d-alene-idaho-temple-maceio-brazil-temple/ 7. Coeur d'Alene Idaho Temple groundbreaking — Church Newsroom (July 6) https://newsroom.churchofjesuschrist.org/article/groundbreaking-date-for-the-coeur-d-alene-idaho-temple 8. Coeur d'Alene Idaho Temple groundbreaking — KVNU (July 6) https://kvnutalk.com/groundbreaking-date-for-coeur-dalene-idaho-temple-announced/ 9. Kyle McKay / African American spirituals — Salt Lake Tribune via Ground News (July 1) https://ground.news/article/whats-the-right-way-for-latter-day-saints-to-sing-african-american-spirituals 10. Mormon Land podcast (July 8) https://mormonland.podbean.com/ 11. Utah Area Presidency water conservation — Deseret News (July 6) https://www.deseret.com/faith/2026/07/06/church-of-jesus-christ-leaders-ask-utah-members-to-conserve-water/ 12. BYU–Baylor AI-on-religion benchmark — Deseret News (July 7) https://www.deseret.com/faith/2026/07/07/byu-baylor-researchers-want-ai-to-answer-faith-questions/ 13. Elder Renlund on missionary work — Church News (July 6) https://www.thechurchnews.com/leaders/2026/07/06/every-member-willing-can-do-something-elder-renlund-love-share-invite-missionary/ 14. Emily Belle Freeman MTC devotional — Church News (July 1) https://www.thechurchnews.com/leaders/2026/07/01/jesus-christ-meets-people-where-and-as-they-are-president-emily-belle-freeman-missionary-training-center-devotional/ 15. 190-year-old scripture behind the fast — Church News (July 9) https://www.thechurchnews.com/leaders/2026/07/09/190-year-old-scripture-behind-religious-freedom-fast/ 16. Latter-day Saint religious freedom "evolving" — The Conversation (July 5) https://theconversation.com/v-for-2-centuries-latter-day-saints-have-revered-religious-freedom-but-their-definition-is-evolving-280782 17. Iam Tongi headlining 2026 Utah Area YSA Conference — Church News (July 2) https://www.thechurchnews.com/living-faith/2026/07/02/iam-tongi-announced-concert-headliner-2026-utah-area-ysa-conference/ 18. Church donates equipment to Jamaica hospitals — Church News (July 9) https://www.thechurchnews.com/living-faith/2026/07/09/church-donates-equipment-support-healthcare-jamaica-elder-corbitt/ 19. Latter-day Saint service across South and Central America — Church News (July 9) https://www.thechurchnews.com/living-faith/2026/07/09/south-america-service-lds-members-wheelchairs-blood-drives-animal-care/ 20. Venezuelan Latter-day Saints rebuild after earthquakes — Church News (July 8) https://www.thechurchnews.com/living-faith/2026/07/08/service-faith-in-jesus-christ-lds-venezuelans-after-deadly-earthquakes/ 21. Nauvoo Temple Visitors' Center — ChurchofJesusChristTemples.org news https://churchofjesuschristtemples.org/news/articles/ 22. Nauvoo Temple Visitors' Center — Portal SUD (Portuguese) https://portalsud.com.br/newsmith/elder-gong-dedica-novo-centro-de-visitantes-do-templo-de-nauvoo/ 23. Cody Wyoming Temple open house — ChurchofJesusChristTemples.org news https://churchofjesuschristtemples.org/news/articles/ 24. Cody Wyoming Temple status page https://churchofjesuschristtemples.org/status/ 25. Paul Oscarson obituary — Deseret News (July 7) https://www.deseret.com/faith/2026/07/07/paul-oscarson-obituary/ 26. Taylor Frankie Paul enters rehab — Deseret News (July 1) https://www.deseret.com/entertainment/2026/07/01/taylor-frankie-paul-checks-into-rehab-as-legal-disputes-continue/ 27. Taylor Frankie Paul sobriety test — Us Weekly (July 7) https://www.usmagazine.com/celebrity-news/news/taylor-frankie-paul-agrees-to-sobriety-test-in-tate-custody-case/ Social Media Conversations 28. Mormon News Update — July 6 episode (YouTube) https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=n6eKJyR3LYc 29. Mormon News Update — July 8 episode (YouTube) https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=6o-T8cSpqn8 30. Mormon Stories — "Rasband's Big Claim" (YouTube, July 3) https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=T57m76bnSW0 31. Tabernacle Choir America250 livestream (YouTube, July 5) https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ocoCury6TsM 32. r/latterdaysaints — "Fast Sunday tomorrow" (Reddit, July 4) https://www.reddit.com/r/latterdaysaints/comments/1unlfva/fast_sunday_tomorrow/ 33. @sltrib on X/Twitter https://x.com/sltrib 34. Church unified-fast post (Facebook) https://www.facebook.com/ChurchofJesusChrist/posts/as-part-of-the-united-states-250th-anniversary-observance-members-in-the-united-/1582406823246526/ 35. Church America250 reel (Instagram, July 4) https://www.instagram.com/reel/DaYMCjwBcWF/

Pastor Doug Wilson, a prominent Christian nationalist and spiritual advisor to Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth, told the Salt Lake Tribune that in his ideal Christian republic, only “Orthodox Christians” should hold public office — and he's unsure whether Latter-day Saints should even be allowed to vote.In this episode, we break down:Doug Wilson's comments on Mormons voting and holding officeHis vision for a “Christian Republic”Why this rhetoric is gaining traction in certain circlesHow the Salt Lake Tribune framed the storyWhat this means for religious freedom and political participationWhen prominent voices start openly questioning whether members of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints should have the right to vote, it's worth paying attention.#ChristianNationalism #DougWilson #ReligiousFreedom #LDSChapter Markers / Timestamps00:00 - Intro: Doug Wilson on Mormons Voting & Holding Office02:29 - Who Is Doug Wilson? (Moscow, Idaho & Christ Church)04:04 - Wilson's Extreme Views (Women Voting, Mixed-Race Marriage, etc.)06:43 - The “Freedom Conference” & Hard-Right Christian Nationalism10:22 - Personal Story: Housing Discrimination Over Being Mormon14:19 - Doug Wilson's Direct Quotes on Latter-day Saints15:50 - “Mormons Voting Is Currently Acceptable… For Now”21:36 - Wilson Explains Why Latter-day Saints Aren't “Real Christians”23:42 - Is This Just Salt Lake Tribune Clickbait?25:24 - Would You Ever Ban a Religious Group from Voting?30:40 - The Real Danger of This Rhetoric32:47 - What Can Latter-day Saints Actually Do About This?37:01 - Final Thoughts: This Conversation Shouldn't Even Be HappeningJoin this channel to get access to perks:https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCnmsAFGrFuGe0obW6tkEY6w/joinAmazon Wish List: https://www.amazon.com/hz/wishlist/ls/1AQLMTSMBM4DC?ref_=wl_shareVisit us for this and more at: WardRadio.comTo subscribe to "The Women of Ward Radio" Youtube Channel, please visit: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCbu-wpRztV-8TYXClhUZhhwTo Subscribe to Cardon Ellis' Adventure Channel, please visit: http://www.youtube.com/@CardonEllisAdventuresThe following authors and/or sponsors are generously offering discounts on their gospel-related publication to Ward Radio listeners.⚡For free trial of Scripture Notes please visit the following link!: https://scripturenotes.com/?via=wardradio⚡For a discount on Tiny 3D Temples, Save 15% with code WARDRADIO at checkout or visit tiny3dtemples.com/wardradio⚡Family: A Rhyming Proclamation for Kids book visit the following linkhttps://plainandpreciouspublishing.com/products/family-a-rhyming-proclamation-for-kids . Use the code "Ward Radio" for 10% off. ⚡To Order Jonah's Book, “Lost Gems of Genesis” visit the following link and use coupon Code: WARDRADIO https://plainandpreciouspublishing.com/products/coming-soon-the-lost-gems-of-genesis-how-apocryphal-texts-prove-joseph-smith-fixed-the-bibleFor 10% off Plain and Precious Publishing Books, visit plainandpreciouspublishing.com and use Coupon Code: WARDRADIOFor a 5% discount on Go and Do Travel, visit goanddotravel.com and use the promo code WARDRADIO5#christian #mormon #exmormon #latter-daysaints #latterdaysaints #latterdays #bible #bookofmormon #archaeology #BYU #midnightmormons #jesus #jesuschrist #scriptures #sundayschool #biblestudy #christiancomedy #cardonellis #kwakuel #bradwitbeckTo support the channel:Venmo @WardRadio or visit: https://account.venmo.com/u/MidnightMormonsPaypal: paypal.me/@midnightmedia CashApp: $WardRadioFollow us at:Instagram: @cardonellis @kwakuel @braderico @boho.birdyFacebook: @WardRadioWorldwideTwitter: WardRadioShowTikTok: WardRadioWorldwide

A sexual-assault allegation against Maine’s Graham Platner has thrown his Senate campaign into chaos, with top Democrats calling for him to step aside. NBC News’s Sahil Kapur explains what a replacement search could look like. A weeklong preliminary hearing is underway in Utah for the man accused of killing conservative activist Charlie Kirk. The Salt Lake Tribune’s Jessica Schreifels breaks down the hearing so far. The Wall Street Journal’s Patrick Thomas goes inside the price-fixing scandal facing the eggs trade. Plus, the U.S. carried out strikes against Iran, structural problems in a high-rise Manhattan building prompted evacuations, and Argentina pulled off a stunning World Cup comeback. Today’s episode was hosted by Gideon Resnick.

A weeklong court hearing in the killing of Charlie Kirk starts today in Provo. Host Ali Vallarta and Salt Lake Tribune politics reporter and astrologer Addy Baird talk about what to expect. Plus, an astrological reading for Salt Lake while Mercury is back in retrograde. Resources and references: Charlie Kirk's widow, parents to attend first Utah court hearing since his killing [Salt Lake Tribune] Find Addy's book, The Magical Game, at all local bookstores. Become a member of City Cast Salt Lake today! It's the best way to support our work and help make sure we are around for years to come. Get all the details and sign up at membership.citycast.fm. Subscribe to our daily morning newsletter. You can also find us on Instagram @CityCastSLC. Text or leave us a voicemail with your name and neighborhood, and you might hear it on the show: (801) 203-0137 Looking to advertise on City Cast Salt Lake? Check out our options for podcast and newsletter ads. Learn more about the sponsors of this episode:  The Shop

1. HEART OF THE MATTER 1A. Record-Breaking Missionary Numbers — Pres. Oaks at New Mission Leader Seminar At the 2026 Seminar for New Mission Leaders (June 18–21, Provo MTC), President Dallin H. Oaks announced that the Church will soon have the largest number of full-time missionaries in its history, surpassing the current 87,000+ serving worldwide. The surge is driven by the first wave of 18-year-old sister missionaries (following the November policy change lowering the minimum age from 19) and the addition of 55 new missions in July, bringing the global total to 506. President Oaks outlined three characteristics defining the restored Church: (1) the fulness of doctrine (including eternal marriage between a man and a woman); (2) priesthood authority and keys; and (3) a unique testimony of Christ grounded in modern revelation and the First Vision. Sister Kristin Oaks also spoke, sharing six core truths missionaries teach. Source: Church Newsroom, June 20, 2026 Note: Strong potential for discussion on what ‘only true and living church’ means in a pluralistic world — Richie angle? 1B. New Hymn ‘Welcome Home’ — The Story Behind It Composer Andrea Brett explains how a 2017 encounter with Demetrius O’Neal — a recent convert serving as a greeter at a Spokane ward on a snowy Sunday morning — inspired her hymn ‘Welcome Home,’ now published in the new Hymns for Home and Church. Brett submitted 10 pieces when the global hymnbook was announced in 2018; this was the only one she’d written before the call. She received confirmation of its selection in February 2025, then had a full-circle moment when she and O’Neal sat near each other at the April 2025 General Conference as the Tabernacle Choir performed it. O’Neal’s name appears in the hymn’s tune name as a tribute. The hymn is now translated and sung globally. Source: Church Newsroom / Richie’s document 1C. Family History Records Are a ‘Sacred Thread’ — Elder Bragg at International Archivists Congress Elder Mark A. Bragg, General Authority Seventy and executive director of the Church’s Family History Department and FamilySearch International, was a keynote speaker at the III Congress of Archivists: Digital Archive Expo (DA-EXPO), held June 8–12 in Astana, Kazakhstan. He called family history records ‘the thin but sacred thread’ tying people together across generations, and argued that records are ‘in a very real sense, witnesses.’ Elder Bragg framed the digital revolution in genealogy in moral terms: for most of history, access to records was shaped by ‘proximity, resources and specialized knowledge,’ but today a record created in one place can be preserved in another, indexed in a third, and discovered by someone on the other side of the world. ‘The reach is astonishing. The speed is breathtaking. The possibilities are almost beyond measure.’ He also said that ‘access is an act of kindness’ — records only fulfill their divine purpose when they are found, understood, and used. His core message: preserving memory is an act of hope. ‘It says that the past is not dead to us and that the future deserves more than fragments.’ Source: Church News, June 17, 2026 Angle: Great ‘quiet but meaningful’ story — LDS family history going global and leveling the playing field for genealogy worldwide. 1D. America Gives — All 50 States Receive Food Donations The Church completed a milestone in its ‘America Gives’ initiative by delivering a shipping container of food to Hilo, Hawaii — marking all 50 states reached. The initiative aims to deliver 250 truckloads of food nationwide in 2026 to celebrate the U.S. 250th anniversary. In Hawaii, the food went to The Food Basket, distributed to 10 local nonprofits. Notably, 42% of residents on the island of Hawaii face food insecurity — the state’s highest rate. Rosie Rios, chair of America 250 and former U.S. Treasurer, praised the milestone. Local Methodist pastor Ted Lesnett said recipients will know ‘when they were hungry, someone cared.’ Source: Church Newsroom / Richie’s document 1E. Church Donates $250,000 NZD to Christchurch Anglican Cathedral Rebuild The Church announced a NZ$250,000 donation (June 19, 2026) toward the restoration of Christchurch’s iconic Anglican Cathedral — damaged in the February 2011 earthquake. Elder Peter F. Meurs (Pacific Area President) and Anglican Bishop Peter Carrell presided at the announcement. The donation comes as the project faces a $45M funding shortfall and an overall $219M budget. The Christchurch City Council has offered $15M contingent on government and Anglican Church matches. Notably, a New Zealand Buddhist community made a similar gift in 2023 — the LDS donation continues a cross-faith pattern of support for the heritage project. Source: Richie’s document Angle: Rare and heartwarming — LDS funds an Anglican cathedral. Good interfaith story. 1F. Central America Humanitarian Blitz — 5 Projects, 500,000+ People In late May and early June 2026, the Church announced five humanitarian projects across Central America (with Sister J. Anette Dennis, First Counselor in the Relief Society General Presidency, representing the Church). Projects include: the ‘Windows of Light’ eyecare program in El Salvador (350,000+ screenings to date); safe water access for 250,000+ in Belize, Guatemala, Honduras, and Nicaragua (with UNICEF); nearly 750 computers/tablets donated to 66 educational institutions in Guatemala; and medical equipment for the ‘La Mascota’ children’s hospital in Nicaragua. Source: Church Newsroom, June 2026 2. FAITH & DOCTRINE 2A. President Christofferson in Philadelphia & Toronto A busy week of ministry for President D. Todd Christofferson: He offered the invocation at Becket’s Canterbury Medal Gala in Philadelphia (multifaith event celebrating religious liberty), alongside Elder Gary E. Stevenson and others. The group also visited the Liberty Bell and Independence Hall — fitting, ahead of America’s 250th. Christofferson reflected on D&C 101 and the Constitution’s purpose to protect ‘all flesh.’ From Philadelphia, he and Sister Christofferson traveled to Toronto, meeting 250+ missionaries in the Canada Toronto Mission weeks before it divides into three missions (Toronto West, Toronto East, and Montreal). He also spoke to hundreds of LDS youth, with one — Amelia Fischer — saying ‘no amount of words can describe how I felt tonight.’ Source: Richie’s document / Church Newsroom 2B. BYU Scholar Study: Religion Adds 7.6 Years to Life The BYU Wheatley Institute is releasing three reports analyzing 3,000 of the most scientifically rigorous studies (culled from 60,000+ papers by Duke University) on religion and health. Key findings: 33/34 studies show improved social health; 10/11 show improved mental health; 7/8 show improved physical health. Regular worshippers live an average of 7.6 years longer (up to 13.7 years longer for African Americans). A ‘landmark finding’: 256 studies show religion prevents/aids recovery from substance abuse (vs. 6 showing negative impact). Author Loren Marks recommends public health frameworks treat religious involvement like exercise recommendations. Source: Richie’s document 2C. Elder Soares Testifies in the Philippines Elder Ulisses Soares completed a two-week ministry in the Philippines (mid-May 2026), meeting with 600+ young single adults in Cebu, 450+ in Quezon City, and 340+ missionaries at the Philippines MTC. His recurring message: ‘His arms are extended to all of us.’ The Philippines has more than 905,000 Latter-day Saints — the Church’s fourth-largest national membership. Two new temples were also dedicated in the Philippines this month: the Davao Philippines Temple (Elder Renlund, May 3) and the Bacolod Philippines Temple (Elder Andersen, May 31). Source: Church Newsroom, June 17, 2026 3. CULTURE & CURIOSITIES 3A. LDS Author in Everyman’s Library — A First BYU biology and bioethics professor Steven L. Peck has reportedly become the first Latter-day Saint author included in the prestigious Everyman’s Library series (publishing canonical English fiction since 1906). His 2012 novella A Short Stay in Hell — a philosophical horror story about a Mormon man condemned to an afterlife library containing every possible book — went viral on BookTok and found a new audience. A literature historian noted: ‘No Mormon or Mormon-adjacent writer that I know of has ever been featured in this prestigious series.’ The Salt Lake Tribune covered the story, noting the irony that a theological horror story marks one of the most significant moments in LDS literary history. Source: Salt Lake Tribune / Richie’s document 3B. The Sasine Family — 40 Countries Before Age 1 Keith and Chelsea Sasine, an LDS couple stationed in Germany (Keith is an Army oral surgeon), made history in November 2025 by taking their youngest daughter Mia to 40 countries before her first birthday (March–November 2025), using a Honda Odyssey for European road trips. The family of six (including Izzy, 10; Abby, 9; and John, 4) attends local wards wherever they travel — a faith anchor the couple says strengthened their testimony and taught their kids the importance of the Sabbath globally. They’re planning a move to Colorado Springs in 2026. Source: Richie’s document 3C. Jen Affleck (Secret Lives of Mormon Wives) Expecting Baby #4 Jen Affleck, 27-year-old star of The Secret Lives of Mormon Wives and Dancing with the Stars alum, announced June 18 that she and husband Zac Affleck are expecting their fourth child. She shared the news on Instagram captioned ‘Chapter Four.

Two different outlets published stories about The Other Side Academy, an organization that's getting taxpayer money to work on homelessness and addiction in our community. Host Ali Vallarta and executive producer Emily Means talk with Salt Lake Tribune reporter Jose Davila IV about the big takeaways.  Resources and references: The Other Side Academy network keeps expanding, bolstered by Utah taxpayers and unpaid labor [Salt Lake Tribune] Intensity is the core of The Other Side Academy's process. It's not for everyone [Utah Investigative Journalism Project] Become a member of City Cast Salt Lake today! It's the best way to support our work and help make sure we are around for years to come. Get all the details and sign up at membership.citycast.fm. Subscribe to our daily morning newsletter. You can also find us on Instagram @CityCastSLC. Text or leave us a voicemail with your name and neighborhood, and you might hear it on the show: (801) 203-0137 Looking to advertise on City Cast Salt Lake? Check out our options for podcast and newsletter ads.

  In a recent article from the Salt Lake Tribune, Liban Mohamed says he was racially profiled by the Salt Lake County Clerk Lannie Chapman after a recent incident. Greg and Holly discuss the incident and what happens next.  

4:20 pm: Brooke Brandtjen, a contributor to The Blaze, joins Rod and Greg to discuss her piece about how Democrats are unable to distance themselves from the trans-support platform they've created.4:38 pm: Beth Brelje, Senior Political Investigator for Restoration News, joins the show to discuss a proposed paid parental leave program in Pittsburgh that threatens to destroy small businesses, and it has the support of large unions.6:05 pm: Tim Stay, CEO of the Other Side Academy, joins the program to respond to a Salt Lake Tribune article that is critical of the foundation's business model.6:38 pm: Glenn Beaton, Columnist with Aspen Beat, joins the show to discuss his piece in which he writes the world would be a better place without humans.

A massive data center proposed in Box Elder County received approval from county commissioners weeks ago, and yet the shape of the plan remains very much up in the air. Salt Lake Tribune reporter Megan Banta joins us to discuss where things currently stand.

Hour 4 of Jake & Ben on June 10, 2026 Zach Barnett, College Football Writer for FootballScoop, joined the show to talk about Texas Tech & what the Big 12 can do.  According to a new article from the Salt Lake Tribune, A lot of money was left on the table for Utah Athletics.  Will LeBron James return to the Lakers? 

Jake & Ben Full Show from June 10, 2026 Hour 1 Texas Tech Athletic Director Kirby Hocutt released a statement about the school backing up Brendan Sorsby.  Top 3 Stories of the Day: NBA Finals Game 4 Tonight, Texas Tech Threatening Legal Action if Schools boycott games, Stanley Cup Finals are tied up.  Patrick Mahomes signed a rich extension with Kansas City.  Hour 2 Shaun Powell, Writer for NBA.com, joined the show to talk about the Finals, as well as the Spurs and the beginning of their Dynasty.  James Dolan Cancelled a Watch Party for the Knicks.  NBA Prospect Darryn Peterson clarified what he meant when he called himself an Anti-Social Loner during the combine.  Hour 3 BYU Athletic Director Brian Santiago joined Scott G & The Coach earlier today. Jake & Ben react to some of his quotes.  What You Got Wednesday: Biggest Utah Sports Villains & Famous Gamblers Audio Vault: New York Knicks fans are heckling Victor Wembanyama outside of his hotel Hour 4 Zach Barnett, College Football Writer for FootballScoop, joined the show to talk about Texas Tech & what the Big 12 can do.  According to a new article from the Salt Lake Tribune, A lot of money was left on the table for Utah Athletics.  Will LeBron James return to the Lakers? 

This week on Mormon Stories News, John Dehlin and Meggan Hayes break down some of the biggest stories making headlines in Mormonism.We begin with the growing scandal surrounding former Pinal County Sheriff and congressional candidate Mark Lamb. Recent reporting from The Arizona Republic details allegations involving explicit messages, secret relationships, and accusations that raise serious questions about image management, accountability, and whether Mormon leaders around Lamb have helped to protect him from consequences. We also examine the case of former LDS stake president Patrick Bucknum, who has been accused by federal authorities of orchestrating a years-long fraud scheme involving millions of dollars.We take a look at the newest reports from Ensign Peak Advisors, the investment arm of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. With the church's investment portfolio recently losing billions, we discuss what the latest filings reveal, where the money is being invested, and why church finances remain one of the most debated topics among members and former members alike.We also cover the arrest of William Scott Messer at BYU-Idaho. The case has generated significant attention in the Rexburg community and raises questions about discernment and how William obtained an ecclesiastical endorsement.Next, we discuss Auckland YSA and visiting General Authority Peter Meurs and his challenge encouraging young single adults to go on 26 dates in 2026. While some see the initiative as a fun way to encourage social interaction, others view it as another example of the intense cultural pressure many Latter-day Saints experience surrounding dating, marriage, and family formation.Finally, we break down the latest reporting from The Salt Lake Tribune regarding church annotations. The article shines a light on a little-understood system used by church leaders to place confidential notes on member records. The story has sparked fresh concerns about how abuse is handled in the church and the lack of training given to the leaders who are tasked with making and keeping annotations.From leadership scandals and financial disclosures to dating culture, criminal investigations, and church transparency, this week's Mormon Stories News covers the stories shaping conversations throughout the Mormon world.Show notes can be found on the Mormon Stories blog here.___________________YouTubeAt Mormon Stories we explore, celebrate, and challenge Mormon culture through in-depth stories told by members and former members of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints as well as scholars, authors, LDS apologists, and other professionals.  Our overall mission is to: 1. Facilitate informed consent amongst LDS Church members, investigators, and non-members regarding Mormon history, doctrine, and theology2. Support Mormons (and members of other high-demand religions) who are experiencing a religious faith crisis3. Promote healing, growth and community for those who choose to leave the LDS Church or other high demand religions

Hour one of DJ & PK for June 1, 2026: Recapping the weekend in sports Jason Batacao, Salt Lake Tribune Bronco Mendenhall, Utah State Football Coach

The entirety of DJ & PK for June 1, 2026: HOUR ONE Recapping the weekend in sports Jason Batacao, Salt Lake Tribune Bronco Mendenhall, Utah State Football Coach HOUR TWO What is Trending: NBA, NFL, CFB, MLB, Soccer, Golf Hot Takes or Toast: Are the Spurs inevitable? Will the SEC right the ship in football? HOUR THREE Jay Stevens, Utah Puck Report and KSL Sports Are the San Antonio Spurs inevitable? Social media and BYU-Utah rivalry never dies HOUR FOUR Ben Anderson, Jake and Ben Slacker Radio Headlines Feedback of the Day

Salt Lake Tribune writer Jason Batacao joined DJ to talk about his piece on the warning sent by the State of Utah Auditor to the University of Utah regarding the state of Utah Athletics' finances.

Books and movies after religion! We've taken a listener-suggested-topic and run with it. Instead of pointing out individual pieces of media that are useful after religion, we talk about how various religions deal with information control. From banned-books lists to devil's music, various Abrahamic religions have varying levels of prohibition against non-religious material. We go through a bunch of them and discuss how information control in the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints takes place. After that we review the movie The Wave (Die Welle), an independent German film about how easy it is for fascism to take root, set as a high-school project-week experiment. Then we end with happy news from the Salt Lake Tribune about them going non-paywalled to preserve journalistic integrity.   Show Notes:    Chris Shelton Speaking of Cults, Episode on "Scientology and the Arts": https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=5ZVixzVMwks    MOGP: The Wave (Die Welle): https://www.imdb.com/title/tt1063669/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=R-GHXeYlgdY  The Third Wave Experiment: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/The_Third_Wave_(experiment)  Ron Jones: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Ron_Jones_(teacher)    Happy News: https://www.sltrib.com/news/2026/05/15/why-salt-lake-tribune-dropped-its/   Show Links: Email: glassboxpodcast@gmail.com  Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/GlassBoxPod  Patreon page for documentary: https://www.patreon.com/SeerStonedProductions BlueSky: @glassboxpodcast.bsky.social  Other BlueSky: @bryceblankenagel.bsky.social and @shannongrover.bsky.social  Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/glassboxpodcast  Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/glassboxpodcast/  Merch store: https://www.redbubble.com/people/exmoapparel/shop Or find the merch store by clicking on "Store" here: https://glassboxpodcast.com/index.html One time Paypal donation: bryceblankenagel@gmail.com  Venmo: @Shannon-Grover-10  

In this episode, John and Meggan examine several major stories shaping the current state of Mormonism, including new research on LDS disaffiliation and decline, increasing institutional strain on local leadership, financial fraud tied to prominent Utah business figures, and the continuing controversy surrounding the Fairview Texas temple.•Drawing from research and analysis by Jeff Strong and team of researchers, we discuss what current membership and retention trends may reveal about blind spots devout Latter-day Saints have, the primary reasons for disaffiliation, how LDS trends compare with other denominations, gender differences in the decline, institutional trust, and why many members appear to be quietly disengaging from traditional LDS expectations.•We also examine a recent Salt Lake Tribune report detailing how some Utah County prosecutors notify the church's law firm when LDS bishops submit letters on behalf of criminal defendants, raising questions about ecclesiastical influence, legal systems, and institutional boundaries.Additional topics include:•A Church News livestream acknowledging how overwhelmed many LDS bishops have become while supporting young men•The Noah's Event Centers fraud convictions involving active Latter-day Saints and ongoing questions surrounding discernment• The final public plea from the mayor of Fairview, Texas asking the church to reconsider the height of the proposed temple steeple in an effort to preserve community trust.•The church battling insurers over sex abuse settlement coverage before the 10th Circuit Court•And Charlie Bird and Ryan Clifford announced via social media this week that they have already begun the process to add a child to their family.Together, these stories paint a larger picture of a church navigating growth, decline, public scrutiny, generational change, and increasing tension between institutional authority and individual experience.___________________Show NotesYouTubeAt Mormon Stories we explore, celebrate, and challenge Mormon culture through in-depth stories told by members and former members of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints as well as scholars, authors, LDS apologists, and other professionals.  Our overall mission is to: 1. Facilitate informed consent amongst LDS Church members, investigators, and non-members regarding Mormon history, doctrine, and theology2. Support Mormons (and members of other high-demand religions) who are experiencing a religious faith crisis3. Promote healing, growth and community for those who choose to leave the LDS Church or other high demand religions

Salt Lake City Council Member Eva Lopez Chavez got booted from her seat, after it was determined she didn't live in her district. Executive producer Emily Means, former Salt Lake City Council Member Darin Mano, and Salt Lake Tribune reporter Robert Gehrke talk about what happens next. Plus, updates on the mega data center, picks for your weekend, and in our members-only segment: Billboard icon Julia Reagan is back. Resources and references: Embattled SLC Council member Eva Lopez Chavez forced from seat [Salt Lake Tribune] ‘There needed to be a fight here': How Box Elder County residents plan to stop a massive data center [Salt Lake Tribune] Become a member of City Cast Salt Lake today! It's the best way to support our work and help make sure we are around for years to come. Get all the details and sign up at membership.citycast.fm. Subscribe to our daily morning newsletter. You can also find us on Instagram @CityCastSLC. Text or leave us a voicemail with your name and neighborhood, and you might hear it on the show: ‪(801) 203-0137‬ Looking to advertise on City Cast Salt Lake? Check out our options for podcast and newsletter ads. Learn more about the sponsors of this episode: Woodward PC Canyon View Credit Union Utah Museum of Contemporary Arts Project Rainbow Salt Lake City Arts Council

Ben Criddle talks BYU sports every weekday from 2 to 6 pm.Today's Host: Ben Criddle (@criddlebenjamin) and Co-Host: (ronthe3manweav)Subscribe to the Cougar Sports with Ben Criddle podcast: Apple Podcasts: https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/cougar-sports-with-ben-criddle/id99676

Northern Utah has begun sending up to 1 million acre feet of water to help fill Lake Powell on the Arizona border. How should Salt Lakers feel about this? Host Ali Vallarta asks Salt Lake Tribune reporter Brooke Larsen for the scoop as Utah tries to negotiate water with six other states and Mexico. Listen to Why 'Drain Lake Powell' Is Catching On, our interview with Zak Podmore about forcing dead pool. Get more from City Cast Salt Lake when you become a City Cast Salt Lake Neighbor. You'll enjoy perks like ad-free listening, invitations to members only events and more. Join now at membership.citycast.fm. Subscribe to our daily morning newsletter. You can also find us on Instagram @CityCastSLC. Text or leave us a voicemail with your name and neighborhood, and you might hear it on the show: ‪(801) 203-0137‬ Looking to advertise on City Cast Salt Lake? Check out our options for podcast and newsletter ads. Learn more about the sponsors of this episode: Woodward PC Canyon View Credit Union Utah Museum of Contemporary Art Project Rainbow Salt Lake Arts Council

The entirety of DJ & PK for May 12, 2026: HOUR ONE Recapping the night in sports Steve Cleveland, Former BYU Basketball Coach Kevin Reynolds, Salt Lake Tribune HOUR TWO What is Trending: NBA, NFL, College Football, MLB, NHL Hot Takes or Toast: Mindset shift with Utah Jazz picking No. 2? What will the Utah Jazz opt for? HOUR THREE Matt Murschel, Orlando Sentinel Bob Casper, Real Golf Radio Should Utah Jazz move to get AJ Dybantsa? HOUR FOUR Are AJ Dybantsa and Utah Jazz a good fit? Slacker Radio Headlines Feedback of the Day

Hour one of DJ & PK for May 12, 2026: Recapping the night in sports Steve Cleveland, Former BYU Basketball Coach Kevin Reynolds, Salt Lake Tribune

Kevin Reynolds from the Salt Lake Tribune joined DJ & PK to talk about the NBA Draft Lottery and what the Utah Jazz could do with AJ Dybantsa being on the list of players that could be the pick with the second overall selection.

Hour four of DJ & PK for May 11, 2026: Kevin Reynolds, Salt Lake Tribune Slacker Radio Headlines Feedback of the Day

The entirety of DJ & PK for May 11, 2026: HOUR ONE Utah Jazz thoughts and Pablo Mastroeni, Real Salt Lake John Nabors, Inside Arkansas and Locked On Razorbacks Michael Lev, The Arizona Daily Star HOUR TWO What is Trending: Utah Jazz, NBA, NFL, MLB, RSL, Golf, NHL Hot Takes or Toast: Utah Jazz get break & move up Team needs vs. best player available for Utah? HOUR THREE Steve Cleveland, Former BYU Basketball Coach How about the Utah Jazz moving up in NBA Draft? Could the Utah Jazz move to top spot? HOUR FOUR Kevin Reynolds, Salt Lake Tribune Slacker Radio Headlines Feedback of the Day

THIS WEEK ON THERE ARE NO GIRLS ON THE INTERNET Hi — if you found us through Instagram, you're in the right place. There Are No Girls on the Internet is a weekly podcast hosted by Bridget Todd. Every Friday we drop our news roundup — the tech and internet stories that don't get enough attention, the ones about AI, power, gender, race, and who actually gets hurt when systems fail. This week: AI-enabled stalking lawsuits. Fake AI-generated identities. Labor protests outside billionaire-sponsored galas. Kids bypassing online safety systems with fake mustaches. Subscribe wherever you get your podcasts. New roundup every Friday.

Utah is officially planning to build a massive data center, despite fierce community pushback. Host Ali Vallarta, executive producer Emily Means, and City Cast Salt Lake contributor Jack Stauss break down everything you need to know. Plus, Mother's Day park ideas, picks of the week, and a members-only bonus segment: how to hack a local house giveaway. Resources and references: At contentious meeting, Box Elder County OKs massive data center project backed by a celebrity investor [Salt Lake Tribune]  Stuart Adams' PAC raked in $135,000 from MIDA-connected donors days after approving controversial data center [Utah Political Watch]  Find your perfect park using the City Cast Salt Lake parks map.  Become a member of City Cast Salt Lake today! It's the best way to support our work and help make sure we are around for years to come. Get all the details and sign up at membership.citycast.fm. Subscribe to our daily morning newsletter. You can also find us on Instagram @CityCastSLC.  Text or leave us a voicemail with your name and neighborhood, and you might hear it on the show: (801) 203-0137 Looking to advertise on City Cast Salt Lake? Check out our options for podcast and newsletter ads. Learn more about the sponsors of this episode:  Utah Museum of Fine Arts Red Butte Garden Salt Lake City Arts Council Harmons Tracy Aviary

The entirety of DJ & PK for April 28, 2026: HOUR ONE Mammoth fall 5-4 in overtime Mammoth fandom growing through season 2 What steps do the Jazz make this offseason to make the playoffs next season? HOUR TWO What is Trending: NBA, CFB, MLB, BYU, Utah State, NHL Jake Scott, Jake & Ben and Utah Jazz Pre Half and Post Modern Day Country HOUR THREE Mike Folta, Utah Mammoth radio play by play Sam Farnsworth, KSL 5 TV Sports Anchor New Kids in Town related to Utah Sports HOUR FOUR Gordon Monson, writer for the Salt Lake Tribune Slacker Radio Headlines Feedback of the Day

Hour four of DJ & PK for April 28, 2026: Gordon Monson, writer for the Salt Lake Tribune Slacker Radio Headlines Feedback of the Day

Multiple women have accused Salt Lake City Council member and congressional candidate Eva Lopez Chavez of unwanted "sexual" advances. Executive producer Emily Means, Salt Lake Tribune reporter Robert Gehrke, and City Cast Salt Lake contributor Cassie Bingham break down the story and its impacts. Plus, the book everyone is talking about takes inspo from Utah, and a members-only segment about ways to save money this weekend.  Resources and references: Four people accuse Eva Lopez Chavez, a SLC Council member, of unwanted ‘sexual' advances [Salt Lake Tribune] Sen. Blouin's Offensive Posts, Homeless Camping Update, Trad Wife Fiction [City Cast Salt Lake] Become a member of City Cast Salt Lake today! It's the best way to support our work and help make sure we are around for years to come. Get all the details and sign up at membership.citycast.fm. Subscribe to our daily morning newsletter. You can also find us on Instagram @CityCastSLC.  Text or leave us a voicemail with your name and neighborhood, and you might hear it on the show: (801) 203-0137 Looking to advertise on City Cast Salt Lake? Check out our options for podcast and newsletter ads. Learn more about the sponsors of this episode:  TaskRabbit Ritual Hot Yoga Salt Lake Sewciety

Send us Fan MailAbout Cory PinegarCory was the one who did the interview with Dr. Kading and so I am sending along his headshot and bio:Cory Pinegar is Chief Executive Officer of Utah-based CallForce, a groundbreaking dental service startup helping dental practices increase patient engagement and revenue. In 2016, at the age of  22, Cory struck gold and purchased the company—then named Recall Solutions—from software giant Weave for just one dollar. Since then, the visionary entrepreneur has grown CallForce from 35 clients to nearly 3,000 and with a workforce of close to 200 employees. CallForce has been named one of the fastest-growing companies by Inc. 500 and has been recognized repeatedly by the Salt Lake Tribune as one of the Best Places to Work. In 2021, Cory founded the remote staffing company Teem, which helps simplify hiring international talent. Teem allows businesses to circumvent domestic staffing issues and find qualified talent without worrying about complicated research to understand legalities, fair compensation, and the like. Cory sits on the boards of software-driven dental insurance verification company Verrific as well as The Parkinson's Foundation, devoted to finding a cure for the disease his father was diagnosed with in 2014.Cory studied economics and business at Brigham Young University and spends his leisure time skiing, playing golf, and enjoying the mountain lifestyle.

My friend Eli McCann (lawyer, University of Utah Law School adjunct professor, Equality Utah and The Road Home board member, married to husband Skylar, father) joins us to talk about his new book published called “We've Thankful for the Moisture, A Gay Guy's Guide to Mormon Faith, Family and Fruit Preservation” Thank you Eli for being on the podcast and sharing about your new book—which is a reflective book—along with some humor—on our unique Mormon culture. I encourage everyone to listen to Eli's podcast and check out his book. Thank you to our friends at The Salt Lake Tribune and Signature Books for making this book possible. Thank you Eli for all your good work in our community to build bridges and help others. Your work brings a smile to my face. You are a beautiful family. Links: Eli's Book at Amazon: https://www.amazon.com/Were-Thankful-Moisture-Mormon-Preservation/dp/B0GLSLKYRM

The Salt Lake City Council approved more construction in Sugar House. Host Ali Vallarta, City Cast Salt Lake contributor Jack Stauss, and producer Ivana Martinez recap. Plus, dogs on trails and picks of the week.  Resources and references: Help us make a list of the 1,000 things we love about Salt Lake. Apply to be our audience development manager.  S-Line streetcar extension construction to begin in Sugar House [Building Salt Lake]  Salt Lake City could limit ICE warehouse's access to water [Salt Lake Tribune]  Get tickets to Lone Peak Celebration.  Become a member of City Cast Salt Lake today! It's the best way to support our work and help make sure we are around for years to come. Get all the details and sign up at membership.citycast.fm. Subscribe to our daily morning newsletter. You can also find us on Instagram @CityCastSLC.  Text or leave us a voicemail with your name and neighborhood, and you might hear it on the show: (801) 203-0137 Looking to advertise on City Cast Salt Lake? Check out our options for podcast and newsletter ads. Learn more about the sponsors of this episode:  Wake the Great Salt Lake Canyon View Credit Union

The Cheat Sheet is The Murder Sheet's segment breaking down weekly news and updates in some of the murder cases we cover. In this episode, we'll talk about cases from Alaska, Utah, Iowa, and Ohio.The Salt Lake Tribune's article on the murder of Kouri Richins and the case against Eric Richins: https://www.sltrib.com/news/2026/02/22/kouri-richins-case-timeline-what/Read about the murder of Romaine Clark by Mathew Thomas Becker at the Alaska News Source: https://www.alaskasnewssource.com/2026/03/16/man-anchorage-police-described-armed-dangerous-found-dead-sunday/We access The Des Moines Register through Newspapers.com. Read about the “Afroman” defamation case involving Joseph Foreman and the Adams County Sheriff's Office at CNN: https://www.cnn.com/2026/03/19/entertainment/afroman-lawsuit-lemon-pound-cake-cecCheck out our upcoming book events and get links to buy tickets here: https://murdersheetpodcast.com/eventsPre-order our book on Delphi here: https://bookshop.org/p/books/shadow-of-the-bridge-the-delphi-murders-and-the-dark-side-of-the-american-heartland-aine-cain/21866881?ean=9781639369232Or here: https://www.simonandschuster.com/books/Shadow-of-the-Bridge/Aine-Cain/9781639369232Or here: https://www.amazon.com/Shadow-Bridge-Murders-American-Heartland/dp/1639369236Join our Patreon here! https://www.patreon.com/c/murdersheetSupport The Murder Sheet by buying a t-shirt here: https://www.murdersheetshop.com/Check out more inclusive sizing and t-shirt and merchandising options here: https://themurdersheet.dashery.com/Send tips to murdersheet@gmail.com.The Murder Sheet is a production of Mystery Sheet LLC.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

*Content Warning: grooming, abuse of power, institutional betrayal, sexual violence, on-campus violence, intimate partner violence, gender-based violence, sexual assault, and rape. Free + Confidential Resources + Safety Tips: somethingwaswrong.com/resources   SWW Sticker Shop!: https://brokencyclemedia.com/sticker-shop SWW S25 Theme Song & Artwork: The S25 cover art is by the Amazing Sara Stewart instagram.com/okaynotgreat/ The S25 theme song is a cover of Glad Rag's U Think U from their album Wonder Under, performed by the incredible Abayomi instagram.com/Abayomithesinger. The S25 theme song cover was produced by Janice “JP” Pacheco instagram.com/jtooswavy/ at The Grill Studios in Emeryville, CA instagram.com/thegrillstudios/ Follow Something Was Wrong: Website: somethingwaswrong.com  IG: instagram.com/somethingwaswrongpodcast TikTok: tiktok.com/@somethingwaswrongpodcast  Follow Tiffany Reese: Website: tiffanyreese.me  IG: instagram.com/lookieboo *Sources: -“Former University of Utah Football Player Sentenced in Rape Case.” ABC4 News Utah, 18 April 2023, www.abc4.com/news/wasatch-front/former-university-of-utah-football-player-sentenced-in-rape-case/-“Former University of Utah Football Player Will Stand Trial for Alleged Rape.” The Salt Lake Tribune, 28 July 2022, www.sltrib.com/news/2022/07/28/former-university-utah-football/-“Utah Universities ‘Ignored' Her Report of Rape against a Football Player, Student Says.” YouTube, KSL News Utah, 21 Dec. 2021, www.youtube.com/watch?v=da_DfMm_6jU

*Content Warning: grooming, abuse of power, institutional betrayal, sexual violence, on-campus violence, intimate partner violence, gender-based violence, sexual assault, and rape. Free + Confidential Resources + Safety Tips: somethingwaswrong.com/resources   SWW Sticker Shop!: https://brokencyclemedia.com/sticker-shop SWW S25 Theme Song & Artwork: The S25 cover art is by the Amazing Sara Stewart instagram.com/okaynotgreat/ The S25 theme song is a cover of Glad Rag's U Think U from their album Wonder Under, performed by the incredible Abayomi instagram.com/Abayomithesinger. The S25 theme song cover was produced by Janice “JP” Pacheco instagram.com/jtooswavy/ at The Grill Studios in Emeryville, CA instagram.com/thegrillstudios/ Follow Something Was Wrong: Website: somethingwaswrong.com  IG: instagram.com/somethingwaswrongpodcast TikTok: tiktok.com/@somethingwaswrongpodcast  Follow Tiffany Reese: Website: tiffanyreese.me  IG: instagram.com/lookieboo *Sources: -“Here's an Updated Timeline of the Slaying of University of Utah Student Lauren McCluskey and Reform That Has Followed.” The Salt Lake Tribune, 26 Oct. 2018, www.sltrib.com/news/2018/10/26/timeline-extortion/

Can astrology help us make sense of Salt Lake City's past, present and future? Host Ali Vallarta asks Salt Lake Tribune reporter and astrologer Addy Baird what's in the stars for the city, and she contextualizes recent events using this ancient practice.   Get more from City Cast Salt Lake when you become a City Cast Salt Lake Neighbor. You'll enjoy perks like ad-free listening, invitations to members only events and more. Join now at membership.citycast.fm.  Subscribe to our daily morning newsletter. You can also find us on Instagram @CityCastSLC. Text or leave us a voicemail with your name and neighborhood, and you might hear it on the show: (801) 203-0137 Looking to advertise on City Cast Salt Lake? Check out our options for podcast and newsletter ads. Learn more about the sponsors of this episode:  The Shop Utah Museum of Fine Arts Project Rainbow The Watch Party

Utah's new constitutional court doesn't even have judges yet, and it's already facing a lawsuit — yikes! Host Ali Vallarta, executive producer Emily Means, and Salt Lake Tribune politics reporter Robert Gehrke talk about what's on tap for the controversial court. Plus, would the men of "The Bachelorette" make good politicians? And joyful picks for your weekend. Resources and references: Utah A.G. sends first cases to state's new constitutional court — and already the panel faces a lawsuit [Salt Lake Tribune] Listen to our conversation with Sen. Todd Weiler about the Constitutional Court.  Become a member of City Cast Salt Lake today! It's the best way to support our work and help make sure we are around for years to come. Get all the details and sign up at membership.citycast.fm. Subscribe to our daily morning newsletter. You can also find us on Instagram @CityCastSLC.  Text or leave us a voicemail with your name and neighborhood, and you might hear it on the show: (801) 203-0137 Looking to advertise on City Cast Salt Lake? Check out our options for podcast and newsletter ads. Learn more about the sponsors of this episode:  Rocky Mountain Power

Ben Criddle talks BYU sports every weekday from 2 to 6 pm.Today's Co-Hosts: Ben Criddle (@criddlebenjamin)Subscribe to the Cougar Sports with Ben Criddle podcast:Apple Podcasts: https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/cougar-sports-with-ben-criddle/id99676