Podcast appearances and mentions of Spencer Cox

This week on Face the Nation, a major development in the Artificial Intelligence arms race, and our election year battleground tracker reveals where the race for control of Congress stands less than two months from election day. As the midterm election campaign pace picked up dramatically last week, so did America's anxiety over AI. Dario Amodei is the head of Anthropic. We'll have more of Amodei's first on CBS conversation with our Jo Ling Kent. Then, on to politics. We'll talk with Utah Republican Governor Spencer Cox as well as Michigan Democratic Senate Candidate Abdul El-Sayed. Plus we have brand new findings showing where the battle for Congress stands, and Norah O'Donnell will preview tonight's season premiere of 60 Minutes. It's all just ahead on Face the Nation.

Utah Gov. Spencer Cox joins POLITICO's Jonathan Martin at Salt Lake City's Red Iguana for a wide-ranging conversation about his new book, “Off Ramp: How to Be a Peacemaker in an Age of Contempt,” and the forces driving America's political divide.  The Republican governor discusses political violence, social media's role in fueling polarization, his relationship with President Trump and why he says he is not running for president. He also weighs in on the Republican Party's future, immigration reform and what it will take to rebuild trust and community in American life.

Utah Gov. Spencer Cox (R) talks to Margaret Hoover about his new book Off-Ramp, which explores how alienation and polarization lead to political violence and how Americans can learn to disagree better. One year after Charlie Kirk's assassination in Utah, he reflects on the dangers of social media and artificial intelligence and touts his state's efforts to regulate rapidly evolving technologies. Cox also discusses lessons learned from Utah's 2015 compromise between LGBTQ advocates and religious leaders, explains why he asked President Biden to pardon Donald Trump, and defends supporting Trump while urging others to choose respect over contempt.Support for Firing Line with Margaret Hoover is provided by Robert Granieri, Vanessa and Henry Cornell, The Margaret and Daniel Loeb Foundation, The Beth and Ravenel Curry Foundation, The Meadowlark Foundation, The Philip I Kent Foundation, Anne & Edward Lamont, and Jared Stone.

Utah Gov. Spencer Cox joins POLITICO's Jonathan Martin at Salt Lake City's Red Iguana for a wide-ranging conversation about his new book, “Off Ramp: How to Be a Peacemaker in an Age of Contempt,” and the forces driving America's political divide.  The Republican governor discusses political violence, social media's role in fueling polarization, his relationship with President Trump and why he says he is not running for president. He also weighs in on the Republican Party's future, immigration reform and what it will take to rebuild trust and community in American life.

POLITICO Politics Bureau Chief Jonathan Martin shares highlights from his candid conversation with Utah Gov. Spencer Cox. Then Playbook's Will Steakin and Irie Sentner unpack Republican jitters over the GOP midterm convention, why political polling keeps missing the mark and an AI-generated ad from Ken Paxton.  For more news and analysis, subscribe to the Playbook newsletter: politico.com/playbook 

Microsoft has teamed up with the American Federation of Teachers to create guardrails for AI in classrooms. Microsoft President Brad Smith and AFT President Randi Weingarten discuss data protections for students using AI as well as the ongoing challenge of matching the paces of AI safety and AI innovation. A year after Charlie Kirk's assassination in Utah, Governor Spencer Cox (R-Utah) has released his book, “Off Ramp: How to Be a Peacemaker in an Age of Contempt.” Gov. Cox discusses the importance of bipartisan discussion in a healthy democracy, and addresses concerns about data center construction in his state. Plus, a report from the Telluride Film Festival and an Anthropic researcher has resigned in a surprising and scathing social media post. Brad Smith & Randi Weingarten - 16:42Gov. Spencer Cox - 34:26 In this episode: Joe Kernen, @JoeSquawkBecky Quick, @BeckyQuickAndrew Ross Sorkin, @andrewrsorkinKatie Kramer, @Kramer_Katie Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Utah Governor Spencer Cox joins Brian Kilmeade to discuss his new book, Off Ramp: How to Be a Peacemaker in an Age of Contempt, and how conservatives can stick to their principles while still getting things done. Gov. Cox reflects on the assassination of Charlie Kirk in Utah one year later, detailing his real-time reaction, how law enforcement secured the scene, and why Erika Kirk's act of forgiveness helped lower the temperature in a divided nation. Plus, a look at Western forest management, environmental policy, and why the radical DSA agenda is failing working-class Americans. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The funeral of war criminal Ratko Mladić shocked European officials and cast doubt over Serbia's bid for EU membership. Tens of thousands of mourners gathered to honor the "Butcher of Bosnia," as the former Serb commander was buried with military honors. EU President Ursula von der Leyen called images from the funeral "shocking," and EU Enlargement Chief Marta Kos canceled a planned visit to Serbia in protest. Kos joins the show from Brussels.  Also on today's show: Julian Borger, Senior International Correspondent, The Guardian; Utah Governor Spencer Cox    Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Salt Lake Temple New Statues Applications for 1 week service option New Guest Experiences coming on Temple Square JS Memorial Building: new theater presentations, chapel tour Conference Center: new art galleries Tabernacle: projections onto ceiling with depictions of Jesus Cnn Tours the inside of the temple Sacred, not secret! Reservations opened on September 1st  Press Conference held in the temple west entrance lobby with President Chibota, Spencer Cox, Dieter Uchtdorf  Rejoice in Christ theme (Uchdorf aviators) Expecting 5 million visitors  Reserve up to 6 tickets (including Sundays) 1 Million reservations in 24 hours More batches will be released periodically Sand Castle replica! The post 1 Million Requests in the First 24 Hours – Temple Ticker – 1064 appeared first on The Cultural Hall Podcast.

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

Over the past several years, Governor Spencer Cox has faced a lot of flak and pushback for his "disagree better" movement. He faced even more trouble when he endorsed President Trump in 2024. Ahead of the launch of his new book detailing his term and the things he's really pushed for, he spoke with KSL about his moves to clean up partisan politics. KSL digital political reporter Bridger Beal-Cvetko joins with more.

Take 2 Podcast Host: Heidi Hatch Guests: Maura Carabello and Adam Gardiner Welcome back after the Take 2 summer break. While we were taking a break - Salt Lake City Mayor Erin Mendenhall's divorce filing and whether she will run for reelection as Luz Escamilla enters the race. Sen. Todd Weiler's new role leading the Sutherland Institute. Bears Ears and Grand Staircase-Escalante resized. The continuing war with Iran. More than half a million acres burned in Utah this summer. Flock cameras—and why so many Utahns are pushing back. Nine weeks until Election Day. Election watch The SAVE America Act: voter ID, proof of citizenship and whether changes can be implemented before November. Utah voters on election requirements: 66% support proof of citizenship at registration, according to the latest Deseret News-Hinckley Institute poll. The Supreme Court's mail-voting ruling and Lt. Gov. Deidre Henderson's response that it currently has no effect on Utah. New polling: Gov. Spencer Cox, Sen. Mike Lee and Sen. John Curtis all in negative territory, with independents moving away from Cox. Utah politics and policy The Stratos AI data-center backlash, calls to reform MIDA, and questions over water, heat, noise and public accountability. Utah Senate President Stuart Adams' demand for retractions and threats of lawsuits. Inflation, high gas prices and high beef prices. Trump's imported-beef plan—and pushback from Utah ranchers and members of Utah's congressional delegation. Tyson's Eagle Mountain closure: 700 jobs lost after five years, despite a 10-year agreement and major tax incentives. Utah's $212 million Meta settlement and how the state should spend it on youth mental-health concerns. If time: Gov. Cox's new book, Off Ramp, out Sept. 8. Coming up Friday, Sept. 4: Rep. Doug Fiefia Friday, Sept. 11: Rep. Cal Roberts

Two vacancies on the Utah Supreme Court may soon be filled, after Governor Spencer Cox announced his picks to replace Justice Diana Hagen and Chief Justice Matthew Durrant, both of whom have or are in the process of resigning. Today, the Governor announced that he will nominate Judge Matthew Bell and Michael Menssen. The two will now go through the Senate confirmation process. KSL Legal Analyst Greg Skordas talks more about who these men are and what they may bring to the bench.

Joyce talks about:The media targeting the DeSantis family over $10 million in funds that were allegedly diverted to Mrs. DeSantis' charity despite not having all of the details.President Trump signs executive order to rename Lake Ontario to Lake America, in the wake of trade fight with Canada. Tropical storm Dolly forms over the Atlantic just days after Dolly Parton's passing, ironically.News report that Russia maybe planning limited attacks. after stalled peace talks about the Ukraine. Launching drones and missiles towards the UK. Republican Governor Spencer Cox goes public with conversations he allegedly had with President Biden to pardon President Trump. President Biden reportedly seemed opened to the idea despite it never happening. Glacier collapse causes major flooding in Nepal 400 dead hundreds missing including Americans.Dolly Parton truly touched the world. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Worries over privacy and security with the ever-growing Flock cameras have made it to Utah's Capitol Hill. Governor Spencer Cox has ordered a full privacy review amidst concerns and allegations that the data on those cameras is being misused. The comments from the Governor came during his August news conference and came following a report from the Utah Civic Compact about cameras in Weber County being accessed millions of times by out-of-state agencies. During his monthly news conference, the governor also spoke about the Military Installation Development Authority (MIDA) and the need for more reform for this agency. Greg and Holly kick off the show discussing both of those topics.

Comedian Shane Gillis talked trash about Salt Lake City, and Mayor Erin Mendenhall had something to say about it. Host Ali Vallarta, executive producer Emily Means, and City Cast Salt Lake contributor Molly Miloscia challenge the idea that Salt Lake City is in decline. Plus, Utah voters are increasingly unhappy with Gov. Spencer Cox, and a once-busy Sugar House restaurant plaza is suddenly empty.  Resources and references: Salt Lake City's mayor saw that viral Shane Gillis clip about homelessness in Utah's capital. Here's what she said about it. [Salt Lake Tribune] Utah voters turn on incumbents as statewide approval ratings drop into the red [Deseret News] 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:  Utah Museum of Fine Arts Harmons Salt Lake Sewciety Canada Chiropractic WebRoot

As we've been reporting all afternoon... Governor Cox hit on a lot of hot topics during his monthly news conference today. We wanted to go a little more in-depth on that story.  I'm joined in studio by KSL NewsRadio's Heather Peterson.. who was following that conference this morning.

What the heck is quantum technology, and why does Gov. Spencer Cox want Utah to go all in? Executive producer Emily Means, audience development manager Angie Treasure, and Alpine resident Scott Wessman break down the state's quantum ambitions. Plus, e-bike and scooter injuries are on the rise, and is Swig headed for world domination? Resources and references: With feds' eyes on quantum technology, Utah pushes its own efforts [Utah News Dispatch] Syracuse neighborhood mourns 2 girls killed in e-scooter accident [FOX 13] Utah juggernaut Swig inspired other small dirty soda shops. Now, it's moving in on them. [Salt Lake Tribune] We're clearing out our swag closet, and if you join City Cast Salt Lake's membership program today you'll get a limited edition Salt Lake mug, pennant, or tote to show off your city pride! Click here to support this show and get your gift. 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:  Magnify Utah Steelcoated Epoxy Floors Utah Presents at Kingsbury Hall Central 9th

Govs. Jared Polis (D-Colo.) and Spencer Cox (R-Utah) join Kristen Welker for a Common Ground conversation on how states are navigating the impact of new technology on education. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Amid the annual Days of '47 cattle drive today, Governor Spencer Cox announced a new kind of hybrid fireworks restriction policy for the Pioneer Day holiday. The governor said there will be different kinds of restrictions depending on the area -- that some areas of the state have received enough monsoonal moisture to warrant easing restrictions. But in other areas -- like along the Wasatch Front -- the governor said stricter restrictions are necessary.  

Salt Lake City's new council member, Jennifer Napier-Pearce, got her seat due to a coin toss. Host Ali Vallarta asks her about the challenges and opportunities facing her downtown district, plus the one thing she would ask from her former boss, Gov. Spencer Cox, to make the capital city better. Listen to our conversation with the SLCPD chief on the 999 Ride, drones, and ICE.  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.  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:  Canyon View Credit Union Salt Lake Sewciety

4:20 pm: State Representative Matt MacPherson joins Rod and Greg for a conversation about why he is opposed to the personal fireworks ban put in place in Utah late last week by Governor Spencer Cox.4:38 pm: Former Utah lawmaker Kim Coleman, now a Republican National Committeewoman, joins the show to give us her reaction to today's Supreme Court ruling that states can count mail-in ballots that arrive after Election Day.6:05 pm: Curtis Schube, Executive Director of the Council to Modernize Government, joins Rod and Greg to discuss his Washington Examiner piece about the influence that nongovernmental organizations have America's National Park Service.6:38 pm: Jared Whitley, political commentator, joins Rod and Greg to discuss his piece for NewsMax about how getting rid of an outdated energy policy would help lower gas prices today.

Hosts: Heidi Hatch Maura Carabello, Exoro Group Rob Axson, Utah GOP Chair (joining from Washington, D.C.) Fire danger across Utah Statewide fireworks restrictions and the new law allowing cities to designate safe discharge zones. The Cottonwood Fire in Beaver County, now expected to become the costliest wildfire in Utah history. Gov. Spencer Cox's comments on the destruction. Looking ahead to the dangerous fire weather forecast. Primary election shakeup Several high-profile incumbents lost Tuesday's primary: Senate President Stuart Adams Sen. Dan McCay Rep. Trevor Lee Two Box Elder County commissioners What do these results say about the direction of Utah Republican politics? Congressional races Democrats Ben McAdams wins the Democratic nomination in Congressional District 1. What does his victory say about the party moving away from convention-selected candidates? Republicans Rep. Blake Moore wins his primary over Karianne Lisonbee. Does Lisonbee have a political future after this race? Rep. Celeste Maloy defeats Phil Lyman. Is this the end of Lyman's statewide political influence? Voting issues Some Democratic voters reported not receiving ballots. Was this simply a learning curve with the first Democratic congressional primary conducted this way, or is there more to examine? Supreme Court rulings Major decisions released this week. Which rulings have the biggest impact on Utah and national politics? SAVE Act President Trump's push for the SAVE Act. Why is the administration making a full-court press now? What are the political and legal implications?

The Rod and Greg Show Daily Rundown – Thursday, June 25, 20264:20 pm: Sam Dorman, Editor of the Epoch Times, joins Rod and Greg for a conversation about the decisions handed down this week by the U.S. Supreme Court.4:38 pm: Clark Aposhian, Chairman of the Utah Shooting Sports Council and host of Gun Radio Utah on KNRS, joins the program to discuss the Supreme Court decision today that struck down a Hawaii law requiring gun owners to get permission to carry into a store or private property.5:05 pm: Utah State Forester and Division Director of Utah Forestry, Fire and State Lands Jamie Barnes will join Rod and Greg to discuss today's executive order from Governor Spencer Cox to give her the ability to ban fireworks via a state of emergency.5:38 pm: Draper City Mayor Troy Walker joins Rod and Greg for a conversation about the statewide fireworks ban issued today in Utah, and why the ban has the support of the state's mayors.6:38 pm: Dave McEntire, Professor in the Department of Emergency Services at Utah Valley University, who formerly lived in Venezuela, joins the show to discuss the devastating impacts of yesterday's twin earthquakes.

Governor Spencer Cox declares a state of emergency, banning fireworks statewide through July 5 as Utah faces unprecedented wildfire conditions — 353 fires, 141,000 acres burned, and 94% of the state in severe or extreme drought. The order allows cities to designate limited safe areas for fireworks if local fire officials approve. We get the governor's update on wildfire conditions live and then ask listeners to chime in on whether they support the decision. Then, Sandy Mayor Monica Zoltanski joins the show to react — she's been vocal that cities are "caught in the middle" between residents demanding bans and state law that limits their authority. How will Sandy handle it?    KSL Brightside streams live weekdays 12–3 PM. The YouTube-exclusive live stream runs from 12–1 PM, with radio plus YouTube from 1–3 PM.   Follow KSL Brightside on social media! YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@KSLBrightside Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/KSLBrightside Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/KSL_Brightside TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@ksl.brightside

Tim Shriver has spent a lifetime learning to see the people the rest of us are socialized to look past. The chairman of Special Olympics, co-creator of the Dignity Index, and son of Eunice Kennedy Shriver and Sargent Shriver, he argues that what's tearing America apart isn't how much we differ, but how we treat one another when we do. "We're not being torn apart by difference. We're being torn apart by the way we treat each other when we differ." In this episode with Mark Labberton, Shriver reflects on the teachers who shaped him—students and athletes who taught him a different way of seeing. They discuss the Dignity Index, contempt, toxic empathy that gives way to excusing harm, the role of "self-purification" in Martin Luther King Jr.'s non-violent campaigns, his Catholic faith, and the embracing the Eucharist as self-giving love. Episode Highlights "We're not being torn apart by difference. We're being torn apart by the way we treat each other when we differ." "Empathy is knowing and understanding. Dignity is valuing and seeing." "You will have a superpower if you fight for your principles with all the passion you've got and add one principle: treat the other human being with dignity at the same time." "They're not crying because they're sad for the athlete. They're crying because something is coming out of them." "Concretely, you may hold, you may touch, you may drink of the face of God." About Tim Shriver Timothy Shriver has chaired Special Olympics International since 1996, growing the movement to over four million athletes worldwide. The third child of Eunice Kennedy Shriver and Sargent Shriver, he taught for years in New Haven public schools and helped launch the field of social and emotional learning, co-founding and chairing CASEL. In 2018 he founded UNITE to bridge America's political divides and co-created the Dignity Index, an eight-point scale from contempt to respect. He is the author of the New York Times bestselling memoir Fully Alive: Discovering What Matters Most, and holds degrees from Yale and Catholic University and a doctorate from the University of Connecticut. Helpful links and Resources Fully Alive: Discovering What Matters Most, by Tim Shriver https://us.macmillan.com/books/9780374535827/fullyalive/ The Call to Unite: Voices of Hope and Awakening, edited by Tim Shriver https://www.penguinrandomhouse.com/books/671260/the-call-to-unite-by-edited-by-tim-shriver-and-tom-rosshirt/ The Dignity Index: https://www.dignity.us Special Olympics: https://www.specialolympics.org "Letter from Birmingham Jail": https://kinginstitute.stanford.edu/letter-birmingham-jail Show Notes Living and teaching in New Haven, Connecticut; learning to see dignity Born 1959; family moves to D.C. after JFK's 1960 election Sargent Shriver, the Peace Corps, and a faith that demanded more Living "eye to eye" in the village Aunt Rosemary and the camp that became Special Olympics "An unapologetic conviction that if we worked together, we could change the world." Choosing teaching over law; a hunger to go deep, not fast The high school visit that changed everything The student who dreamed of waking without braces "They cussed me out... but somehow they also love me" "There is some moment in our lives where being broken leads to freedom." Learning how to see; the blind man and "what do you want?" "They're crying because something is coming out of them." A culture that applauds cutting people off The Dignity Index: contempt to "I love you no matter what"; https://www.dignity.us Gov. Spencer Cox and leading without demonizing Toxic empathy Empathy is not excusing The superpower of human dignity Fighting for your principles and add one: dignity Thomas Merton's "pure glory of God in us" Martin Luther King Jr.'s "self-purification" as a component of non-violent resistance (see "Letter from a Birmingham Jail") The Eucharist: "You may hold, you may touch, you may drink of the face of God" #TimShriver #ConversingPodcast #MarkLabberton #DignityIndex #SpecialOlympics #HumanDignity #Empathy #FaithAndPublicLife  

The latest to comment on the Big 12's battle with Texas Tech and quarterback Brendan Scorsby...are Utah officials.  Today AG Derek Brown and Gov. Spencer Cox published a letter to the Big 12...supporting the conference...and its right to enforce its own rules. Joining me now LIVE with more is KSL's BYU Insider Mitch Harper...

Salt Lake City and County are joining forces to sue ICE. Host Ali Vallarta, executive producer Emily Means, and City Cast Salt Lake contributor Andy Larsen discuss the strategy. Plus, the best places to watch the World Cup, picks of the week, and in our members-only segment: Why does Utah rank 6th in the nation for income? Resources and references: Former adviser to Spencer Cox picked to replace Eva Lopez Chavez on SLC Council [Salt Lake Tribune] SLC, S.L. County sue to stop ICE detention center; feds say they want to be ‘good partners' [Salt Lake Tribune] The best places to watch the World Cup [City Cast Salt Lake]  Check out the beavers on horseback [Utah DWR]  Utah among states where people have the highest income, study says [ABC 4]  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 Utah Arts Festival Rocky Mountain Power

  Holding to our own convictions while also staying genuinely curious about the convictions of others -- it's the goal of a new council that was just announced by the group Braver Angels. This advisory council features 23 leaders who disagree on many things, but still find ways to find common ground. This includes Governor Spencer Cox, several Deseret News contributors, and the director of BYU's Wheatley Institute, Paul Edwards. He joins the show to talk more about this new initiative. 

Host: Heidi Hatch Guests: Maura Carabello, Rep. Cal Roberts   Gov. Spencer Cox declared June "Fidelity Month in Utah."   In his declaration, Cox said that American support for traditional values has "significantly declined." "A majority of Americans no longer esteem values like faith, family, patriotism or community involvement," he continued. He said it is "imperative" that Utah's "recommit" themselves to the pursuit of fidelity, defined as "dedication to faith, family and country."   DATA CENTERS   Senate President Stuart Adams and Kevin Oleary, write each other letters and make a deal to downsize   No referendum BEAR group files lawsuit to get the issue on the November ballot   Should massive data centers get tax incentives    PRIMARY ELECTION JUNE 23RD   Winner and Losers or nothing gained or lost in Congressional Debates?   Ballots should be in your mailbox this week   Tooele County sent out 9,000 bad ballots, mistake made at printer   U of U private equity capital deal for the athletic program   The University of Utah's groundbreaking private equity deal is a historic $500 million partnership with the New York-based firm Otro Capital. The deal shifts the school's commercial revenue operations—like ticketing, corporate sponsorships, and licensing—into a for-profit entity called Crimson Brand Partners (formerly Utah Brands & Entertainment LLC)   Utah state auditor says Utes' private-equity deal has ‘significant risks.' Here are her concerns.

One of the big stories in the news this week -- with some additional developments this morning -- is the two people picked by Governor Spencer Cox to serve on the Utah Supreme Court. Earlier this week, the Governor announced Stephen Dent and Jay Jorgensen, neither of whom has served as a judge. Now, a non-profit group called Co-Equal Utah is voicing concerns with the two of them being put on the bench. Does it actually matter though? Inside Sources has a conversation with Former Utah Supreme Court Justice John A. Pearce.

The Rod and Greg Show Daily Rundown – Wednesday, June 3, 20264:20 pm: Scott McKay, Contributing Editor to American Spectator, joins the show for a conversation about his piece on the demise of 60 Minutes and CBS News.4:38 pm: Sarah Parshall Perry, Vice President of Defending Education, joins the show to discuss how the courts have finally put a stop to the Biden administration's attempts to change Title IX to allow males into traditionally female-only spaces.6:05 pm: Robert George, Professor of Jurisprudence and Director of the James Madison Program in American Ideals and Institutions at Princeton University, joins the show to discuss the idea behind “Fidelity Month,” which calls for a rededication to patriotism, family and faith. Governor Spencer Cox has declared June as “Fidelity Month” in Utah.6:20 pm: Susan Crabtree, White House and National Political Correspondent for Real Clear News, joins Rod and Greg to discuss her piece about how Republican “change agents” have infiltrated the elections in deep-blue California.6:38 pm: Author and journalist Bethany Mandel joins the show to discuss her piece for the New York Post on how scientists are finally moving off the predictions of climate doom.

Governor Spencer Cox used to declare June as Pride Month here in Utah. But he began to move away from that in the last few years. Now this year, the Governor is declaring June as "Fidelity Month." He says this is his call for a return to America's core values. The Governor's declaration comes amid several Republican states choosing to celebrate traditional families, nuclear families, and pro-life movements instead of LGBTQ pride. Deseret News political reporter Brigham Tomco joins Inside Sources to explain the meaning and relative secrecy of this declaration.

The last legislative session saw lawmakers expanding the Utah Supreme Court from 5 to 7 justices. As a result, Governor Spencer Cox had to nominate two people to fill those empty seats on the bench. Today, he announced his selections: Jay T. Jorgensen and Stephen P. Dent. We hear from the governor and both of the appointees in a live news conference; Greg then shares his legal thoughts on the process and what happens before the two officially join the state's high court.

Governor Spencer Cox has appointed two new justices to the State Supreme Court.  KSL NewsRadio's Heather Peterson joins me live in studio to break it down.

The application to get a referendum on the ballot in Box Elder County -- over the proposed data center -- has been rejected and will not be on the ballot in November. But the process to stop the data center isn't over yet; the group leading the charge against the proposal says it will take the issue to court. The county attorney denied the referendum application, saying the county commission's decision was administrative, not legislative. But the group disagrees with that analysis, saying a 2018 Utah Supreme Court decision proves it is legislative, so the people should get to have a say in it. During this segment, Governor Spencer Cox also signed an executive order that raises the bar on future data center developments; Greg and Holly discuss this breaking development.

Gov. Spencer Cox declared Utah is in a drought emergency. Executive producer Emily Means, newsletter editor Terina Ria, and City Cast Salt Lake contributor Andy Larsen talk about what's working and what's not to save water. Plus, the Salt Lake City Public Library offered buyout deals to its staff to preempt layoffs, and we share local shoutouts. Resources and references: Utah Gov. Cox issues emergency order as drought covers the entire state [Deseret News] Can low-flow toilets and smart sprinklers solve Utah's drought? Here's the problem with the state's recommendations. [Salt Lake Tribune] SLC library system offers buyouts to its staff citywide [Salt Lake Tribune] Welcome to the world, baby moose! [Instagram] Become a member of City Cast Salt Lake today! It's the best way to support our work and help make sure we're around for years to come. Get all the details and sign up at membership.citycast.fm. Subscribe to 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. If you enjoyed our interview with Eric Haymond of Taskrabbit, learn more here.

This isn't something you see every day: Governor Spencer Cox has a unique opportunity to appoint more than half of the next Utah Supreme Court. There were already two openings from the newly expanded court, plus another seat opened up when Justice Diana Hagen resigned. And now, Chief Justice Matthew Durrant says he will retire at the end of August. Greg and Holly discuss the future of the court given the justice shakeups.

The drought continues to worsen across the state, and we still have several months of hotter, drier weather to go. In other words, it's not looking great. Today, Governor Spencer Cox declared a statewide state of emergency over the drought. In his executive order, the governor says the drought comes on the heels of the worst snowpack on record. We hear from the governor and other state leaders during a LIVE news conference. Holly and Greg then share thoughts on a question that was asked of the governor about water and data centers.

What do vultures, ambassadors, giveaways, and outdoor safety have in common? They're all part of a new initiative from the state, which emphasizes safety when outdoors. Governor Spencer Cox recently declared this coming Saturday, May 16th, as Adventure Safe Day. Managing Director of the Utah Office of Tourism and Film, Natalie Randall, joins Inside Sources to talk about this new initiative.

Table of Contents: Genetic RNA “vaccines” are now being used in livestock across the U.S., Canada, Chile, Mexico, and the Philippines. Merck’s gene-based shots (SEQUIVITY) have been injected into MILLIONS of pigs across the globe since 2012 — and almost NO ONE knows! Moderna’s new FDA approved COVID injection mNEXSPIKE literally means VIOLENT DEATH in Latin–FDA approval despite ZERO placebo tests & SERIOUS adverse events of MYOCARDITIS & CANCER–“ALL COVID Vaccines should be PULLED from the market IMMEDIATELY.”~Dr Jeff Barke, MD THREE U.S. states have introduced legislation designating COVID-19 mRNA injections as BIOLOGICAL WEAPONS OF MASS DESTRUCTION Scott Johnson's 6 Part Teaching: Pharmakeia: Sorcery, Pharmaceuticals & the Roots of Modern Day Drug-Parts 1-6–September 21, 2008 Is There A 700% Food Price Increase Coming? ‘Megadrought Is HERE’: We Just Experienced the DRIEST First Three Months of a Year in US History “No Quick Fixes”: Prepare for Energy Rationing, Mandatory Water Restrictions, Higher Beef Prices Farmers are sounding the alarm and few are listening–American farmer, Julius Ray Tucker, just tested his soil & found 5X more aluminum than last year–His GMO seeds grow perfectly, but his heirloom crops are dying! — Meanwhile, Bill Gates is pushing GMO seeds engineered to thrive in aluminum-rich soil and geoengineering delivering that aluminum from our skies! Trump's Federal government using clever trick to force AI data centers on unsuspecting local communities–Trump executive order being used to override public opposition and local ordinances that forbid construction of massive AI data-collection centers that will power the coming 24/7 surveillance state! The LARGEST “hyperscale” data center in the world is being proposed in Box Elder County, Utah. It’s approx. 40,000 acres/62 square miles, backed by Canadian millionaire Kevin O'Leary. Fast-tracked by Utah's Military Installation Development Authority, backed by Gov. Spencer Cox, with the public locked out of the decision process. Utah, say hello to a 50% increase in CO₂ emissions, polluted water, and 24/7 noise and light pollution. Foreclosures Sweep Across America! Hundreds Of Thousands Of Families Have and Will Lose Their Homes Texas Governor Hands State Over To India Socialist Muslim Devil New York City Mayor Mamdani LEGALIZES Shoplifting… Wiping 8,400 Businesses OFF THE MAP Mayor Mamdani LEGALIZES Squatting… as NYC’s Largest Landlord ABANDONS 6,000 Apartments PDF: Emergency Freedom Alerts 5-11-26 Click Here To Play The Part 2 Audio Source

The King's English took heat over the weekend for promoting Gov. Spencer Cox's new book. Host Ali Vallarta, executive producer Emily Means, and newsletter editor Terina Ria discuss the backlash. Plus, finding our perfect park and local shoutouts. Resources and references: Utah bookstore cancels Gov. Cox promo after community backlash [Salt Lake Tribune] 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. If you enjoyed this interview with Laura Allred Hurtado, the executive director of the Utah Museum of Contemporary Arts, learn more here.  Learn more about the sponsors of this episode:  Utah Museum of Fine Arts Red Butte Garden Salt Lake City Arts Council Harmons Tracy Aviary Cozy Earth - use code COZYSALTLAKE for up to 20% off

  Governor Spencer Cox has signed on to a national initiative that aims to give every child in America a home. This is a federal-state partnership focused on child wellness and safety. We go into details of the "A Home for Every Child" initiative and invite Dan Webster, Director of Operations at Utah Foster Care, to discuss the hurdles foster families face and why foster care is important here in Utah. 

  Governor Spencer Cox is backing a proposed 40,000-acre data center in Box Elder County, just as hundreds of residents prepare to descend on the county fairgrounds today to voice opposition to the plan before the county commission. Many have voiced concerns over water, heat island, power, and the secrecy of the project. If it's such a great thing – as the Governor says – why has it been hidden until just now? Greg and Holly preview the meeting tonight and why the Governor says he supports the plan... and you should too. 

  Do we still want to disagree better? It's been something Governor Spencer Cox has championed for years now, but recent comments he made against those opposed to a proposed data center have Holly wondering if we've moved on. And then a local business has announced it would forego a signed event for Governor Cox's new book, citing anger from their shoppers. Inside Sources goes deeper on the messaging and whether or not we've lost all hope of disagreeing better. 

The Rod and Greg Show Daily Rundown – Tuesday, March 31, 20264:20 pm: Representative Tiara Auxier, sponsor of HB 312, which requires schools to teach students specific Bible passages as part of a new social studies curriculum beginning as early as third grade, joins the show to discuss the specifics of the bill. Governor Spencer Cox has signed the bill into law.6:05 pm: Townhall Senior Columnist Kurt Schlichter joins Rod and Greg for a conversation about his recent piece in which he outlines all the reasons the Iran War should only end when Iran is no longer a destabilizing force in the world.6:38 pm: Jim Antle, Politics Editor for the Washington Examiner, joins the show for a conversation about his recent piece on how Vice President JD Vance's chances of winning the 2028 GOP nomination for President are being underrated.

Polygraph tests for those reporting sexual assault will now be banned in Utah. After years of debate, Governor Spencer Cox signed this legislation into law late last week. Rep. Angela Romero joins the show to discuss what brought this legislation across the finish line and what it changes in Utah.

Three weeks left in Utah's legislative session, but who's counting! Host Ali Vallarta, executive producer Emily Means, and City Cast Salt Lake contributor Andy Larsen talk about the bills they're tracking. Plus, Gov. Spencer Cox's bad Olympics take and picks of the week. Resources and references: Help us make a list of the 1,000 things we love about Salt Lake. A Fresh Idea to Raise Wages Just Dropped [City Cast Salt Lake] Utah governor calls for a focus on sports, not politics, at Winter Games [KSL] 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:  Harmons Utah Museum of Fine Arts Salt Lake Sewciety ICO Salt Lake City's The Watch Party

On Wednesday's Mark Levin Show, Gov Josh Shapiro associates radical Muslim elements, including imams in Philadelphia, and providing $5 million to their academy, while hypocritically downplaying his Jewish heritage to non-Jews and emphasizing it to Jews, which is diabolical politics.  Ayaan Hirsi Ali, a Somali-born intellectual, wrote an eye-opening article on Somali culture, which Shapiro ignores while funding radical Islamists. Immigrants must be vetted for assimilation potential. Governors Josh Shapiro and Spencer Cox are enabling cultural erosion through political correctness. The Islamist belief system is incompatible with Americanism. Afterward, it's important to educate the young people about America's history. They are brainwashed by misinformation and by an agenda they don't understand themselves, only because they were taught to do it. We need to educate our future generations, teaching them about people the unknown people who founded our country, such as Roger Sherman, Gunning Bedford Jr and Daniel of St Thomas Jenifer. Later, Rep Jim Jordan calls in to discuss his full support for the Antisemitism Awareness Act. There's a small but potentially growing anti-Israel stance among conservatives and it's worrisome. He also announces that Special Counsel Jack Smith will testify in a closed-door deposition under oath next Wednesday. Finally, North Carolina Senate candidate Michael Whatley calls in to discuss his race. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices