Podcast appearances and mentions of Spencer Cox

Hosts: Erin Rider and Andy Cupp  Governor Spencer Cox -- joined by state, business, and energy leaders -- continues to tour Canada this week on a mission to strengthen trade ties between the state and Canada. One thing that's been a focus of the visit so far is energy and natural resources. In fact, Canada's Fraser Institute has identified Utah as not one of the most -- but as THE MOST -- attractive location for mining investment. Brian Somers, President of the Utah Mining Association is there on the trade mission and joins us to share some insights. 

Hosts: Erin Rider and Andy Cupp  SCOTUS rules in favor of Pres. Trump over Alien Enemies Act  President Trump may move forward with the deportation of Tren de Aragua gang members. That's according to a narrowly split ruling from the United States Supreme Court. But those who are set to be deported must receive due process -- they must receive notice of their deportation under the Alien Enemies Act and must also get their day in court to plead their case as to why they shouldn't be deported. The Inside Sources hosts go in-depth on the ruling.    SCOTUS blocks order requiring Trump administration to reinstate fired federal workers  More confusion today for thousands of federal probationary workers recently fired by the Trump administration. A federal judge had ordered the administration to reinstate those employees, saying the process for the firings was a problem. But this morning, the U.S. Supreme Court reversed that lower court's decision. Now, the Trump Administration has the green light to move ahead with the firings and not worry about reinstating those workers.    Dozens of countries looking to negotiate new tariffs  Will the massive tariffs placed on foreign countries trigger negotiations and improve the trade imbalance? It's what President Trump said would happen, but economists still aren't convinced. However, there are reports now of dozens of countries already reaching out to the administration asking to renegotiate trade and tariffs. That news sent stocks hirer today. Inside Sources discusses the possible negotiations and Congress’ role in all of it.    Cabinet members visit Utah – a sign of the state’s growing political influence?  During their visits to Utah yesterday, three members of President Trump's Cabinet praised the state for its work along the lines of health, food, and transportation. Health and Human Services Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. spoke of wanting to implement a similar ban on fluoride in drinking water – something Utah passed during the legislative session – and make it nationwide. Erin and Andy talk about the growing status of Utah in national politics.    Opinion: Utah will continue trend of cutting taxes  During this last legislative session, the Utah state legislature prioritized giving Utahns yet another tax cut -- for the fifth year in a row. And even though the budget was looking tight, they still found a way to eliminate some taxes, including some taxes on social security benefits. Deseret News Opinion Editor Jay Evensen thinks this tax-cutting trend will continue. He joins the show to talk more about that.    Utah pursuing mining partnership with Canada  Governor Spencer Cox -- joined by state, business, and energy leaders -- continues to tour Canada this week on a mission to strengthen trade ties between the state and Canada. One thing that's been a focus of the visit so far is energy and natural resources. In fact, Canada's Fraser Institute has identified Utah as not one of the most -- but as THE MOST -- attractive location for mining investment. Brian Somers, President of the Utah Mining Association is there on the trade mission and joins us to share some insights.    Dire wolves coming back from extinction  It may sound a little Jurassic Park, and it sort of is. Scientists, using DNA from teeth and bones, say they’ve been able to bring back the extinct dire wolf. Erin and Andy finish the show discussing the potential ethical implications of such a move.   

Hosts: Adam Gardiner and Taylor Morgan  22 Republican governor’s sent President Trump a letter on Tuesday in support of the Senate’s budget resolution. Utah governor Spencer Cox was among those who signed the letter. The White House hosted a meeting Tuesday afternoon to try and convince House Republicans to flip their votes. Adam and Taylor break down the interactions between the two sides. 

Hosts: Adam Gardiner and Taylor Morgan  Trump announces 90-day pause on tariff plan  Earlier today President Donald Trump announced a 90-day pause on the new tariffs. The stock market roller coaster is over... for now. Taylor and Adam break down whether this was Trump’s plan in the first place, or if it was a reaction to the public outrage.    What’s next for the Trump administration?  Following the 90-day pause on tariffs, what does the Trump administration do next? How do they move forward on these eggshells? Scott Condie, Associate Professor of Economics at BYU, joins the show to discuss some of the steps the Trump administration could take in the next 90 days. Adam and Taylor share their thoughts on what could be on the horizon.    Will the tariffs help Republicans in the midterm elections?  At the National Republican Committee fundraiser Tuesday night, President Donald Trump said that the new tariffs would be good for Republicans in the midterm elections. Taylor and Adam discuss how voters might view the Trump administration’s plan for tariffs and how the 90-day pause could affect what happens.    Judges stop deportation of 5 Venezuelans   Federal judges in New York and Texas took legal action today to block the government from moving five Venezuelans out of the country until they can fight the government's attempt to remove them under a law that gives the president the power to imprison and deport noncitizens in times of war. The Alien Enemies Act has only been used three times in the past: The War of 1812, WWI and WWII. Taylor and Adam look at the processes the Trump administration and the federal courts are going through to for these deportations.    Republican governors on the same page with budget resolution  22 Republican governor’s sent President Trump a letter on Tuesday in support of the Senate’s budget resolution. Utah governor Spencer Cox was among those who signed the letter. The White House hosted a meeting Tuesday afternoon to try and convince House Republicans to flip their votes. Adam and Taylor break down the interactions between the two sides.    University of Utah President accused of being “authoritarian”   University of Utah President, Taylor Randall is being accused of being “draconian” and “authoritarian” after he sent out a memo last month calling for a review of all campus policies to make sure they adequately limit the authority of professors. This is part of ongoing tensions between faculty and the president over who has power at a public university. Taylor and Adam discuss some of the steps that led to this accusation.    How coal executive order is going to affect energy in Utah  Donald Trump signed an executive order on Tuesday to delay closure of some coal-fired power plants and end the federal moratorium on coal leases. Coal remains a component of the U.S. energy portfolio and in Utah, the state derives 46% of its net electricity generation from coal. That is down from 75% in 2015. Brian Somers, President of the Utah Mining Association, joins the Adam and Taylor to discuss what this new executive order means for Utah.    Real ID is FINALLY coming to an airport near you  We're less than one month away from the Real ID deadline (May. 7). That means you have to have a physical ID when you go through the airport. The question remains... are they going to follow through this time? The movement started back in 2005! Taylor and Adam break down some of the pros and cons of this new initiative.   

Hosts: Greg Skordas and Leah Murray  This morning, Governor Spencer Cox held a ceremonial bill signing to highlight a few bills passed by the Utah State Legislature this year, which aim to protect kids online, remove phones from classrooms, and give people control of their personal information on social media. The Inside Sources hosts share their thoughts on these bills and the effects they could have. 

Hosts: Greg Skordas and Leah Murray  Tariff turmoil: Stocks fall, China imposes new tariffs, Utahns worried about the future  Is it appropriate to say we're now in a trade war? Following President Trump's announcement of steep tariffs on countries worldwide on Wednesday, the markets have seen two days of terrible performance. Then this morning, China announced their own steep tariffs on U.S.-made products. To top it all off, financial analysts with J.P. Morgan have boosted their odds on a global recession to 60 percent as of today. Americans seem to be worried, and Utahns aren’t immune. Troy Keller, Advisor on International Trade and Commercial Policy for World Trade Center Utah joins the conversation.   Trump administration fires National Security Council staffers for ‘disloyalty’  The White House has fired several officials within the administration, including several National Security Council staffers, over claims that those officials were disloyal to President Trump. This comes after the President's team met with far-right activist Laura Loomer. The Inside Sources hosts discuss this relationship and how influential outside folks are being on President Trump.   The future of nuclear energy in Utah  The 2025 Legislative General Session here in Utah saw Republicans hoping to tackle a looming energy crisis in the state. The answer? They say it's nuclear. In fact, positioning Utah as the new energy frontier was on the list of top priorities for the Republican caucuses. All this to say... the state is pretty gung-ho to explore and expand nuclear energy. Inside Sources dig into the pros and cons of nuclear energy and its future here. Chris Hayter, President, COO, and co-founder of Hi Tech Solutions joins to give a “for” perspective and Lexi Tuddenham, Executive Director of HEAL Utah gives an “against” perspective.    On the Hill 2025: Governor holds ceremonial signing for bills dealing with technology and kids  This morning, Governor Spencer Cox held a ceremonial bill signing to highlight a few bills passed by the Utah State Legislature this year, which aim to protect kids online, remove phones from classrooms, and give people control of their personal information on social media. The Inside Sources hosts share their thoughts on these bills and the effects they could have.   

We've got to get back to sound money and just compete on the world stage,” urges Utah Rep. Ken Ivory. In this exclusive interview with Daniela Cambone, Rep. Ivory discusses the groundbreaking HB306 bill, which, if passed, would make Utah the first state in the U.S. to allow vendor payments in gold.The bill passed unanimously in the House and secured strong support in the Senate, yet it was vetoed by Gov. Spencer Cox. Despite this setback, Rep. Ivory remains optimistic: “Every Republican, every Democrat voted for it in the House, and 25 out of 29 senators voted for it in the Senate. Those are veto-proof majorities. So why he would veto it is really kind of inexplicable.”Beyond HB306, Rep. Ivory warns of the nation's growing debt crisis and advocates for a return to sound money. Don't miss this crucial conversation on where HB306 is headed and what it means for the future of sound money in the U.S.Questions on Protecting Your Wealth with Gold & Silver? Schedule a Strategy Call Here ➡️ https://calendly.com/itmtrading/podcastor Call 866-349-3310

New data from Bankrate shows to afford a home in the state of Utah you need an annual household income of $151,956-check in on the efforts to bring in more affordable housing here in Utah. We also learned this week, in a recent poll from Noble Predictive Insights, nearly sixty percent of Utah voters under thirty have said that they have considered moving out of state due to the rising costs. We speak to Steve Waldrip, Senior Advisor for Housing Strategy for Governor Spencer Cox, to check in on the governor's effort to bring in more affordable housing to Utah.

Utah Gov. Spencer Cox has been a busy bee deciding which bills to sign into law or veto. Host Ali Vallarta and executive producer Emily Means talk through the most controversial ones and how they will impact you. Plus, a new mental health resource, a must-have accessory, and how to get fluoride.  Resources and references: Cox vetoes bill giving him the power to pick the Utah Supreme Court's chief justice [KUER] Cox vetoes property tax and school funding bill [FOX 13] Utah Gov. Cox signs away the state's popular universal vote-by-mail election system, requiring opting in [Salt Lake Tribune] Ballot initiatives in Utah now have more requirements after Gov. Cox signs bill [Utah News Dispatch] Utah bans fluoride in public drinking water, a first in the US [AP] Utah adds protections for child influencers following YouTuber Ruby Franke's child abuse conviction [FOX 13] Utah becomes first state to ban LGBTQ+ pride flags in government buildings and schools [AP] 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 Hey Salt Lake, our daily morning newsletter. You can also find us on Instagram @CityCastSLC. 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:  Salt Lake Bees Live Crude - Get $10 off your first CRUDE purchase with promo code CITYCASTSLC. Workshopslc.com - use code CITYCAST for 20% off. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

John's monologue this time is a mixed bag of stories. He talks about ICE's illegal arrest of Tufts University PhD grad student Rumeysa Ozturk; Utah's governor Spencer Cox turning a blind eye to his state banning LGBTQ pride flags; Trump's so-called "Liberation Day" - April 2nd when reciprocal tariffs (in addition to others like car parts) are set to go into effect; the never-ending excuses from the GOP over the Signalgate debacle; and Trump backing down on his Canadian badmouthing after the new Prime Minister of Canada - Mark Carney - sets the tone and draws the line on Trump's bullying. Then, comedians Natalia Reagan and TV's Frank Conniff are back and they joke around with John and listeners about pop culture, current news, and the latest mishigas from Trump and company.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

The Rod and Greg Show Daily Rundown – Thursday, March 27, 20254:20 pm: Economist Steve Moore, co-founder of Unleash Prosperity, joins Rod and Greg for their weekly conversation about politics and the nation's economy, and today they'll discuss the tariffs Donald Trump has placed on foreign auto makers.4:38 pm: Representative Jeff Burton joins the show to discuss the changes lawmakers made to Utah's vote-by-mail system during the legislative session, changes there were approved by Governor Spencer Cox.6:05 pm: John Daniel Davidson, Senior Correspondent at The Federalist, joins Rod and Greg to discuss his recent piece on how the judicial insurrection against Donald Trump is worse than previously thought.6:38 pm: Jake Morabito, Director of the Communications and Technology Task Force for the American Legislative Exchange Council, joins Rod and Greg to discuss Utah's new App Store Accountability Act and whey he says there are less restrictive ways to ensure online safety.

Earlier this week Governor Spencer Cox vetoed a bill that would change who chooses the Utah Supreme Court chief justice... Ultimately not allowing himself more power. However, Gov. Cox did sign two other bills that will impact the judiciary. KSL Legal Analyst, Greg Skordas explains what those are.

Hosts: Erin Rider and Taylor Morgan  Governor Spencer Cox has vetoed his second bill of 2025. Senate Bill 296 would have changed how the Chief Justice of the Utah Supreme Court is chosen. Currently, the other justices on the State Supreme Court choose the Chief Justice. The bill -- which Cox vetoed yesterday -- would have given the selection power to the Governor himself, with confirmation from the State Senate. Erin Rider and Taylor Morgan discuss the Governor’s reasoning for vetoing the bill. 

Hosts: Erin Rider and Taylor Morgan  SCOTUS upholds Biden-era rules on ghost guns  The United States Supreme Court has upheld another Biden-era rule. In a 7-2 decision, the Court upheld a lower court's ruling requiring background checks and other protective measures for ghost guns. As a result of the decision, ghost guns will continue to be treated the same as fully assembled firearms. The Inside Sources hosts break down the decision.    The Atlantic releases all messages involved in “SignalGate” fiasco  "SignalGate" isn't going away anytime soon. More Congressional hearings today as lawmakers try to figure out how the editor-in-chief of The Atlantic was included on an unsecured chat discussing military plans on the app Signal. The White House is blaming the whole fiasco on the journalist, Jeffrey Goldberg. Meanwhile National Security Advisor Mike Waltz says he takes full responsibility for the gaffe. Inside Sources digs into the latest, including a full release of all the messages in the chat.    RFK Jr. Reportedly looking to ban pharmaceutical television ads  Just turn on the TV for a bit, and you’re bound to see a drug advertisement that’s so common here in the United States. The U.S. and New Zealand are the only countries that allow drug companies to advertise directly to consumers, and it's a big business.  But they could be going away... if Director of Health and Human Services Robert F. Kennedy Jr. gets his way. Inside Sources discusses this possibility.    Utah A.G. taking part in lawsuit over the Clean Air Act  Utah's involved in a lawsuit against the Environmental Protection Agency over which courts can rule on disputes involving the Clean Air Act. Utah Attorney General Derek Brown and his team argued before the U.S. Supreme Court yesterday, saying that federal courts closer to the individual states should be able to rule on Clean Air Act disputes.  Right now, those disputes go to a federal court in Washington, DC – something which some describe as giving a "home court advantage" to the EPA.    Gov. Cox vetoes bill that would have changed the relationship between the judicial and the executive branches  Governor Spencer Cox has vetoed his second bill of 2025. Senate Bill 296 would have changed how the Chief Justice of the Utah Supreme Court is chosen. Currently, the other justices on the State Supreme Court choose the Chief Justice. The bill -- which Cox vetoed yesterday -- would have given the selection power to the Governor himself, with confirmation from the State Senate. Erin Rider and Taylor Morgan discuss the Governor’s reasoning for vetoing the bill.    Polling data released on Republicans in Utah  New polling shows something most politicos in the state already know -- Republicans still dominate the political scene in Utah. But the data also shows that there are factions splitting the party... largely over President Donald Trump. Inside Sources host Taylor Morgan is a polling nerd; he breaks down the findings with co-host Erin Rider.    Tensing relationships between Greenland and the U.S.  Last weekend, the White House announced that Second Lady Usha Vance would head to Greenland. Now, Vice President JD Vance, National Security Advisor Mike Waltz, and Energy Secretary Chris Wright have announced that they will go with her. It comes amid tense relations between the U.S., Greenland, and Denmark. Inside Sources discusses the latest on foreign policy.    Washington, D.C. to become Washington, D.A.?  Should Washington, DC become Washington, DA? Several Republican lawmakers have posited the idea of getting rid of the District of Columbia and replacing it with the District of America. Just yesterday, Colorado Representative Lauren Boebert warned other lawmakers to stop making fun of Trump's "Gulf of America,” saying that the "District of America" could be coming next.     

Governor Spencer Cox has used his first veto of the year on a bill to reroute property tax.  The bill would have diverted funds for education to a pool of funds then divvy it back out to schools. We speak to Senator Lincoln Fillmore about the bill and State Auditor Tina Cannon calls in to discuss why she supports the veto.

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Governor Spencer Cox has vetoed his first bill of 2025. Senate Bill 37 would have diverted some taxpayer dollars meant for education into a state-owned account... before it can be sent to school districts. Joining me live is KSL NewsRadio Inside Sources Executive Producer Andy Cupp.

There is legislation on the Gov. Spencer Cox's desk right now that would allow those who work for Utah vendors to be paid in precious metals. We spoke with bill sponsor, Rep. Ken Ivory, R-West Jordan, to ask about logistics, how this idea got started, and why.  

Hosts: Rusty Cannon and Taylor Morgan   Conservatives have long fought for a reduction or full dismantling of the U.S. Department of Education. As President Trump and Elon Musk's DOGE have made major cuts in that department, it's brought concern from more liberal lawmakers and several leaders of various states. But Utah's Governor Spencer Cox is fully behind the full dismantling, writing in a new opinion piece that it's about "returning power to where it belongs: to states and local communities." 

Hosts: Rusty Cannon and Taylor Morgan   Referendum against HB267 launches  The countdown is on. The Utah Education Association, along with several other unions, has launched their referendum against HB267 -- the bill that banned public labor union collective bargaining. They have to get roughly 141,000 signatures by April 16th. While they're working to get signatures for their referendum, other groups are working on those same people hoping they will rescind their signatures and scuttle the referendum effort. Inside Sources begins with detailed analysis of the situation.    U.S. fights back against Houthi rebels in Yemen  Under President Trump, U.S. military forces have ramped up airstrikes against Houthi rebels living in the Middle Eastern country of Yemen. Over the weekend, 53 people were killed by the strikes. Megan Reiss, Nonresident Senior Fellow at the Scowcroft Center for Strategy and Security, and the Founder and CEO of SolidIntel joins the conversation to break down how this situation truly affects those of us here in the U.S.    Senate Democrats feeling fallout over their vote on the federal budget  The federal government is operating normally today following a vote on Friday to fund the government through September. But the fallout continues, especially against Senate Democrats who split on their vote on the Republican-backed C.R. Now, there's talk about a "lack of confidence" in Senate Minority Leader Chuck Schumer. What’s the latest with the future of the Democratic Party? Listen to find out.    How the pause in federal funding is affecting Utah’s international exchange programs  Just a week after taking office, President Trump issued an executive order freezing several kinds of federal funding. That funding -- as well as several kinds of international funding -- have been in limbo in the meantime. Felecia Maxfield-Barrett from Utah Global Diplomacy joins Inside Sources to discuss this freeze and how it's affecting some Utah organizations nearly three months later.    Trump administration ignores judicial order preventing some deportations  Over the weekend, President Trump invoked the Aliens Enemies Act of 1798 to speed up deportations of alleged Venezuelan gang members to countries like Venezuela and Honduras. And although a federal judge issued a "stay" on the deportations, two planes full of illegal migrants landed in Central America. KSL Legal Analyst Greg Skordas joins to break down the legal nuances of the situation.    Utah’s own “DOGE”: The State Auditor’s office  The past few months have been full of news and discussion with DOGE. The state of Texas even created their own DOGE after seeing how it worked on the national stage. But here in Utah, we have another name for DOGE: the State Auditor. The Inside Sources hosts discuss the role of the State Auditor in helping government be more transparent and accessible.    Gov. Cox calls for dismantling of Dept. of Education in new Op-Ed  Conservatives have long fought for a reduction or full dismantling of the U.S. Department of Education. As President Trump and Elon Musk's DOGE have made major cuts in that department, it's brought concern from more liberal lawmakers and several leaders of various states. But Utah's Governor Spencer Cox is fully behind the full dismantling, writing in a new opinion piece that it's about "returning power to where it belongs: to states and local communities."   

"It’s time to wind down the Department of Education" That's the headline for Governor Spencer Cox's new op-ed... in the Washington Examiner.. KSL Newsradio Reporter Adam Small gives an overview of what's in the piece. Co-Host of Inside Sources and Political Insider, Taylor Morgan joins the show with analysis on the message Governor Cox may be sending.

The Rich Zeoli Show- Hour 1: 3:05pm- Musk Derangement Syndrome: Social media users are now calling on Tesla owners to sell their vehicles in response to CEO Elon Musk's work with the Trump Administration's Department of Government Efficiency. In one viral clip, TikTok influencer Damien Slash vowed to send Tesla's stock to “zero” and questioned whether the electric vehicle company will even still exist one year from now. 3:10pm- Utah is set to become the first state to ban the use of fluoride in public water systems—Governor Spencer Cox confirmed he plans to sign a bill that will put the policy into effect in early May. 3:15pm- On Monday, the social media platform X was hit with a “massive cyberattack,” according to owner Elon Musk. Could Russia be responsible? Musk notably provided the Ukrainian military with access to his satellite constellation Starlink—allowing Ukrainians to communicate with one another efficiently on the battlefield while repelling Russian aggression. 3:30pm- In a post to social media, Director of National Intelligence Tulsi Gabbard wrote: “Per POTUS's directive, I have revoked security clearances and barred access to classified information for Antony Blinken, Jake Sullivan, Lisa Monaco, Mark Zaid, Norman Eisen, Letitia James, Alvin Bragg, and Andrew Weissman, along with the 51 signers of the Hunter Biden ‘disinformation' letter. The President's Daily Brief is no longer being provided to former President Biden.” 3:35pm- Why does Rich have chopsticks? 3:40pm- According to research from the Heritage Foundation's Oversight Project, former President Joe Biden signed dozens of executive orders with an “autopen”—raising questions about the legitimacy of those actions. Did Biden know what he was signing? Earlier this year, Speaker Mike Johnson (R-LA) revealed that during a closed-door meeting Biden had no recollection of signing an executive order that effectively froze new liquid natural gas export permits.

The Rich Zeoli Show- Full Episode (03/10/2025): 3:05pm- Musk Derangement Syndrome: Social media users are now calling on Tesla owners to sell their vehicles in response to CEO Elon Musk's work with the Trump Administration's Department of Government Efficiency. In one viral clip, TikTok influencer Damien Slash vowed to send Tesla's stock to “zero” and questioned whether the electric vehicle company will even still exist one year from now. 3:10pm- Utah is set to become the first state to ban the use of fluoride in public water systems—Governor Spencer Cox confirmed he plans to sign a bill that will put the policy into effect in early May. 3:15pm- On Monday, the social media platform X was hit with a “massive cyberattack,” according to owner Elon Musk. Could Russia be responsible? Musk notably provided the Ukrainian military with access to his satellite constellation Starlink—allowing Ukrainians to communicate with one another efficiently on the battlefield while repelling Russian aggression. 3:30pm- In a post to social media, Director of National Intelligence Tulsi Gabbard wrote: “Per POTUS's directive, I have revoked security clearances and barred access to classified information for Antony Blinken, Jake Sullivan, Lisa Monaco, Mark Zaid, Norman Eisen, Letitia James, Alvin Bragg, and Andrew Weissman, along with the 51 signers of the Hunter Biden ‘disinformation' letter. The President's Daily Brief is no longer being provided to former President Biden.” 3:35pm- Why does Rich have chopsticks? 3:40pm- According to research from the Heritage Foundation's Oversight Project, former President Joe Biden signed dozens of executive orders with an “autopen”—raising questions about the legitimacy of those actions. Did Biden know what he was signing? Earlier this year, Speaker Mike Johnson (R-LA) revealed that during a closed-door meeting Biden had no recollection of signing an executive order that effectively froze new liquid natural gas export permits. 4:05pm- Bill D'Agostino—Senior Research Analyst at Media Research Center—joins The Rich Zeoli Show to break down some of the best (and worst) clips from the Sunday shows. In an interview with Politico, Governor Tim Walz critiqued the campaign strategy of the Harris-Walz presidential campaign—suggesting they should have done more interviews instead of playing it safe. But, as D'Agostino notes, even friendly interviews were often disastrous for Kamala Harris. PLUS, host of The View Whoopi Goldberg says that if you oppose biological males participating in women's sports, you must think women are weak. 4:30pm- California Governor Gavin Newsom (D) is now suddenly claiming it is “deeply unfair” for biological males to participate in women's sports—pivoting away from the Democrat Party's stance. Interestingly, Newsom also invited conservative Charlie Kirk on his podcast recently. Is Newsom becoming a moderate, leaving his far-left preferences behind? Rich thinks this is nothing more than a political strategy to cement Newsom's status as a 2028 presidential front runner. 5:05pm- Dr. Wilfred Reilly—Professor of Political Science at Kentucky State University & Author of “Lies My Liberal Teacher Told Me”—joins The Rich Zeoli Show to discuss reports that the Trump Administration may disband the Department of Education. Plus, will President Donald Trump pardon former Minneapolis police officer Dereck Chauvin? Dr. Reilly notes that morally, it might be the right thing to do—however, practically speaking, a presidential pardon won't accomplish much since Chauvin is also in prison on state charges. AND will Dr. Reilly be making an appearance at the Grand Hotel of Cape May later this year? 5:50pm- Rich goes 40+ minutes without taking a break—and now he has no time to do anything else. 6:05pm- Make America Healthy Again: Rich notes one of the major shortcomings of the modern food pyramid: it fails to draw a distinction between healthy fats (like those found in avocados, nuts, and olive ...

Hosts: Taylor Morgan and Adam Gardiner  Potential growing for an economic recession this year  Even though tariffs on Canada and Mexico have been paused for another month, Republican lawmakers are growing alarmed, saying their constituents are struggling to follow and adapt to the back-and-forth on tariff plans. The stock market has also been in rough territory today after comments the President made over the weekend about a possible recession this year. This all comes while the Commerce Secretary says there's "no chance" of a recession. Senior Economist at Zions Bank Robert Spendlove gives his expert opinion on it all.    On the Hill 2025: Passionate testimony supporting coverage for IVF treatment  During the final few days of the Legislative Session, the Legislature discussed Senate Bill 242: Public Employee's Benefit and Insurance Program Modifications. The name alone isn't super exciting but the bill, which involves in vitro fertilization treatment, had some passionate testimony on Capitol Hill before it passed. State Rep. Jason Thompson joins the show to discuss his remarks on the bill.    On the Hill 2025: What happened on the final day of the session?  The 45-day Utah Legislative General Session wrapped up on Friday, passing a total of 582 bills; more than 950 had been introduced. Now, it's up to Governor Spencer Cox to either sign the bills or veto them over the next couple weeks. Inside Sources hosts Adam Gardiner and Taylor Morgan talk about the few ‘bombs’ thrown around in the final hours and days of the session.    Yet another government shutdown watch  It's like déjà vu... we're on government shutdown watch again. Tomorrow, the House will vote on a Republican-crafted spending bill that would avoid a government shutdown on Friday. It comes as Democrats tell Republicans ‘You're on your own’ and that they won't vote to avoid a shutdown this time around. What’s the latest on the fight to fund the government? Inside Sources breaks it down.    Republicans, Democrats push back on Elon Musk  Republicans and Democrats are pushing back on Elon Musk. GOP lawmakers say he doesn’t have the authority to fire people; only to make recommendations. Democrats in Wisconsin are beginning their attack ads as well, tying Republican candidates to Musk. Is this going to be a winning message for Democrats leading up to the midterms? Taylor and Adam share their thoughts.    ICE arrests Palestinian activist holding green card  One of President Trump's many executive orders he's signed so far was one addressing anti-Semitism. It came because of the pro-Palestinian protests that erupted on college campuses nationwide last year. Now, we're seeing the effects of the executive order through the arrest and impending deportation of a green card holder protesting at Columbia University.     Utah’s billboards shed light into state’s culture  What do the billboards along Utah’s highways say about our culture? A new KSL.com article looks at the various kinds of billboards in the Beehive State and what they say about the people of Utah. The hosts discuss the findings and talk about their favorite billboards in this fun final segment.   

Hosts: Taylor Morgan and Adam Gardiner  The 45-day Utah Legislative General Session wrapped up on Friday, passing a total of 582 bills; more than 950 had been introduced. Now, it's up to Governor Spencer Cox to either sign the bills or veto them over the next couple weeks. Inside Sources hosts Adam Gardiner and Taylor Morgan talk about the few ‘bombs’ thrown around in the final hours and days of the session. 

Governor Spencer Cox and longtime community advocate Pamela Atkinson are urging Utahns to support those experiencing homelessness by donating to the Pamela Atkinson Homeless Account on their state tax returns. In 2023, more than 9,000 Utahns entered homelessness for the first time — an increase of 794 individuals compared to the previous year, marking a 9 percent rise. In total, nearly 33,000 Utahns accessed services through the state's homeless response system last year. Contributions to the Pamela Atkinson Homeless Account are combined with other state and federal funding to distribute to agencies statewide, maximizing impact. To learn more, visit jobs.utah.gov/htf. The Salt Lake Chamber. We Stand as the Voice of Business. Originally aired: 3/7/25

The One Utah Health Collaborative has released its first statewide study on healthcare spending, analyzing data from 2021 to 2023 across ten major insurers. According to the findings, per capita healthcare spending in Utah rose 6.6 percent from 2022 to 2023, while per capita personal income grew just 5.6 percent during that same period. The report also highlights several promising trends, including greater investment in behavioral health and a modest increase in investment in primary care. Launched in 2022 by Governor Spencer Cox, the One Utah Health Collaborative is a nonprofit transforming Utah's healthcare system. To learn more, visit the One Utah Health Collaborative website. The Salt Lake Chamber. We Stand as the Voice of Business. Originally aired: 3/4/25

4:20 pm: Scott Morefield, a columnist with Townhall, joins the show to discuss his recent piece in which he advocates for making homelessness illegal as other solutions are bound to fail.6:05 pm: Representative Stephanie Gricius joins Rod and Greg to discuss her bill, which now awaits the signature of Governor Spencer Cox, that prohibits the use of fluoride in public drinking water.6:38 pm: Terry Schilling, President of the American Principles Project, joins the show for a conversation about how the democrats are doubling down on their transgender agenda despite vast opposition from American voters.

Hosts: Rusty Cannon and Taylor Morgan  Saying he was disappointed that compromise didn’t work in this case, Governor Spencer Cox signed House Bill 267, which bans public labor unions from collective bargaining. This was a pretty controversial bill – one of the first this legislative session – and had several substitutes. In the end, however, those all failed and the original bill was passed. Why? The Inside Sources hosts share their thoughts. 

Hosts: Rusty Cannon and Taylor Morgan  On the Hill 2025: Analyzing why the compromises on the labor union bill didn’t work  Saying he was disappointed that compromise didn’t work in this case, Governor Spencer Cox signed House Bill 267, which bans public labor unions from collective bargaining. This was a pretty controversial bill – one of the first this legislative session – and had several substitutes. In the end, however, those all failed and the original bill was passed. Why? The Inside Sources hosts share their thoughts.    On the Hill 2025: Updates on legislation to reinvest funds in higher education  One widely discussed bill on Capitol Hill this legislative session would change how higher education funds are distributed to certain institutions and programs. It’s a kind of reinvestment – moving funds to more impactful programs – and is part of the House Majority’s goals of improving higher education.  State Representative Karen Peterson joins to share updates on HB265 and discuss the broader state of education in Utah.     On the Hill 2025: Bill addressing the use of artificial intelligence in education  As artificial intelligence becomes easier to access, it’s called into question its role in things like education: what's the appropriate use of AI? Utah’s been leading the charge on AI legislation and rules – broadly and in other sectors – and now there’s a bill that would address AI in schools. State Representative Ariel Defay joins Inside Sources at the State Capitol to talk more about HB168.    On the Hill 2025: Additional changes to public education laws  Our special coverage of Utah’s Legislative Session continues with a look at a bill that would make several changes to public education laws. HB76: Public Education Revisions addresses a few things, including salaries for teachers, kindergarten, and early learning plans. Bill sponsor State Representative Tracy Miller joins Taylor and Rusty to discuss the specifics of the kindergarten aspects of the bill.    On the Hill 2025: New grant for rural school sports  Rural schools often face unique challenges – things that we on the Wasatch Front don’t think about. Whether it’s dealing with things like teacher recruitment or retention, or things like sports and facilities, rural schools could use some extra love. State Representative Tiara Auxier is running a new bill that would create a new grant program to help rural schools with sports; she joins the show to explain the motivations for it.    What departments will DOGE focus on next?  Elon Musk’s Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE) continues to make changes in Washington, DC... pushing for layoffs across the federal government. One of President Trump’s first executive orders eliminated DEI offices in the government, but it looks like DOGE might take that a step further, focusing on employees in offices that protect equal rights. The Inside Sources hosts discuss the latest with DOGE.    On the Hill 2025: Pulse check on the state of politics in Utah  One segment we’ve done a few times on this show involves a group discussion with both a Republican and a Democratic member of the state legislature. It’s a good way to hear different sides of things, while also showing a bit of the camaraderie that exists among Utah lawmakers even when they don’t agree. State Rep. Casey Snider and State Rep. Andrew Stoddard join the conversation on Inside Sources.    U.S. and Russian delegations make plans for peace in Ukraine... without Ukraine  Peace talks today between the United States and Russia as the two countries work to come to an agreement over Ukraine. Notably absent from the talks... Ukraine itself. The discussions have prompted concern from some of our allies, including several European countries and Ukraine itself. Inside Sources hosts Taylor Morgan and Rusty Cannon share their thoughts on this foreign policy move.   

Governor Spencer Cox signed onto the idea of using nuclear energy to help power the valley. The idea of nuclear energy has been stigmatized and feared for years after famous reactor meltdowns. Dave brings forward the idea that this could be the happy medium between Green- Renewable energy and coal burning. What would it take for nuclear to be accepted in the state?

Hosts: Marty Carpenter and Erin Rider  Last night, Governor Spencer Cox gave his annual ‘State of the State’ address before the Utah Legislature. It’s arguably his biggest speech of the year, and his message was all about building. He highlighted 5 specific areas where Utah can “build” as we grow. Inside Sources hosts Erin Rider and Marty Carpenter discuss the overall message and share their biggest takeaways from the governor’s speech. 

Hosts: Marty Carpenter and Erin Rider  Analyzing Governor Cox’s ‘State of the State’ address Last night, Governor Spencer Cox gave his annual ‘State of the State’ address before the Utah Legislature. It’s arguably his biggest speech of the year, and his message was all about building. He highlighted 5 specific areas where Utah can “build” as we grow. Inside Sources hosts Erin Rider and Marty Carpenter discuss the overall message and share their biggest takeaways from the governor’s speech.  Recapping the 1st week of Utah’s Legislative General Session We’re finishing up the first week of the 2025 Utah Legislative General Session. With 41 days left to go, where do things stand now? Our partners at Deseret News have been tracking the bills closely. Reporter Brigham Tomco has been focusing on election bills and joins us to recap some of the big ones released or discussed this week. The hosts also share updates on a few other bills.  President Trump questioning the need for FEMA President Trump is making his way across the country today, touring areas ravaged by recent natural disasters. This morning, he was in North Carolina seeing the damage from Hurricane Helene. This afternoon, he's in California touring areas destroyed by wildfires near Los Angeles. As he's prepared for this trip -- and even this morning -- he's questioned the need for FEMA. Inside Sources discusses the pros and cons of this federal agency.  Hegseth faces Senate confirmation vote tonight The full Senate is set to vote on whether to confirm Pete Hegseth to be President Trump's Secretary of Defense. How's the vote looking? He already looks to have lost the support of two Republican Senators; how many more can he lose? The two GOP Senators who won’t vote for him say it’s because of his alleged lack of morals. Hosts Marty and Erin discuss the importance – or lack thereof – of morals among government officials.  Politics mingling with religion, affecting culture Politics and the division of the American people into groups of red and blue seems to extend into every part of our culture – including religion. And Many Americans are growing disillusioned with both religion and politics. Jonathan Rauch, Senior Fellow at the Brookings Institution joins Inside Sources to share his insights and knowledge on the crossroads between politics, religion, and culture.  DOGE sets sights on the beloved penny The newly-minted Department of Government Efficiency is looking for ways... to make the government more efficient. One way they hope to do that is by eliminating the penny from US currency. Andy Cupp, Executive Producer of Inside Sources hops on the microphone to share some thoughts about the least valuable coin in America. 

Hosts: Erin Rider and Greg Skordas  Governor Spencer Cox is reacting to President Trump's changes to immigration policy. He sat down with the Deseret News to explains how Utah can work with the new administration on things like border security. But a few of the immigration policy changes Trump is making? Cox isn't too sure about all of them. The hosts give a local angle to the nationwide immigration situation. 

Hosts: Erin Rider and Greg Skordas  Federal DEI programs begin winding down today  Following a busy first two days of signing executive orders and memoranda, the effects of President Trump's orders are being felt -- big changes are coming today to federal DEI programs. As the new administration pushes back on previous attempts to increase diversity, equity, and inclusion, it begs the question: how could this affect the private sector? Hosts Erin Rider and Greg Skordas discuss.    Pres. Trump begins making changes to immigration policy  One of the first things Donald Trump promised to do when he became President for the second time was to address the immigration situation. Through a series of executive orders and other administrative decisions, immigration policies are already changing. Inside Sources dig into two changes – one dealing with “sensitive spaces” and another with birthright citizenship.    Utah’s reaction to changing immigration policy  Governor Spencer Cox is reacting to President Trump's changes to immigration policy. He sat down with the Deseret News to explains how Utah can work with the new administration on things like border security. But a few of the immigration policy changes Trump is making? Cox isn't too sure about all of them. The hosts give a local angle to the nationwide immigration situation.    Examining the relationship between Utah’s judiciary and legislative branches  During his State of the Judiciary, Utah Supreme Court Chief Justice Matthew B. Durrant said Utah has set the judicial standard for the nation. He spoke to Utah's Lawmakers at the beginning of the Legislative Session yesterday. The Inside Sources hosts discuss his speech, comparing his words to the tense relationship between the two government branches over the last few years.    Pres. Trump ends policy allowing teleworking for federal employees  Another one of President Trump’s first executive actions ends the prevalence of remote work among federal employees. He’s directed heads of government departments to move their employees back to the office 5 days a week or fire them. What kind of effect could this decision have on the private market? Inside Sources breaks it down.    Silk Road creator pardoned by President Trump  Once called the “eBay for drugs,” Silk Road was a major dark web marketplace for buying drugs. Its founder, Ross Ulbricht, was sentenced to two life sentences – plus forty years – in 2015. This week, President Trump pardoned Ulbricht. Why? What does the president get for pardoning Ulbricht? Hosts Erin Rider and Greg Skordas discuss the connections to cryptocurrency, and whether the pardoning was Trump’s retribution for something else.    National Democrats searching for central message, leader  Following a devastating defeat on the national stage during the election, Democrats are trying to figure out what to do and where to go next. And it's leading to difficult conversations with Democratic members of Congress and their leaders as they try to settle on a common message that will resonate with voters. What could Democrats focus on to win the midterms? Listen for the hosts’ thoughts.    Trouble brewing for Stargate?  A huge artificial intelligence infrastructure project -- led by President Trump -- is causing some controversy between him and one of his top advisors, Elon Musk. The Inside Sources hosts describe this new “Stargate” project and why some top tech leaders are not fans.   

Hosts: Adam Gardiner and Greg Skordas  Utah leaders say they’re prepared for the new Trump administration, as well as the executive orders he plans to sign on Day 1 in office. In his monthly press conference, Governor Spencer Cox discussed his thoughts on all the executive orders Trump wants to sign once in office. Hosts Adam Gardiner and Greg Skordas discuss political preparations for the new presidency. 

Hosts: Adam Gardiner and Greg Skordas  Pres. Biden says the Equal Rights Amendment is ratified  Presidents often do a lot of big last-minute things as they prepare to exit office. But this one is a little different – President Biden says the 1972 Equal Rights Amendment has been ratified. He’s directed the national archivist to certify and publish the amendment as the official 28th Amendment to the US Constitution. What legal authority is he claiming to have over this decision?    SCOTUS says TikTok can be banned on Sunday  A unanimous ruling this morning from the United States Supreme Court, saying that TikTok's arguments of 1st Amendment/Free Speech violations through this ban are not warranted. This means that the ban will go forward and TikTok will go dark on Sunday. KSL Legal Analyst Greg Skordas breaks down the legal parts of the case and co-host Adam Gardiner walks through some of the political ramifications of the impending ban.    On the Hill 2025: Previewing legislation on child abuse and torture amendments  Several pieces of state legislation for the upcoming session look at ways to protect Utah’s children from abuse. One bill being introduced by State Senator Don Ipson would strengthen the punishments for people who commit child abuse and torture. He joins Inside Sources to explain the rationale for the bill and how it will protect children, even if from their own family.    On the Hill 2025: Previewing legislation on child welfare reporting  Sometimes, personal family drama can lead to false reports of child abuse. Those false claims can result in emotional damage and wasted law enforcement and investigation hours. State Representative Christine Watkins is running a bill to address these incidents. She joins Inside Sources to explain that bill and other bills she’s working on regarding child welfare.    On the Hill 2025: Previewing legislation on how counties are created  Right now, Utah’s largest county in terms of population is Salt Lake County. With more than 1 million residents, it contains a large swath of people all along the political spectrum. The county also has the second-largest budget, right behind the State of Utah itself. The Inside Sources hosts share their thoughts on proposed legislation that would change how Utah counties are formed and split.    Utah prepares for Day 1 of the new Trump presidency  Utah leaders say they’re prepared for the new Trump administration, as well as the executive orders he plans to sign on Day 1 in office. In his monthly press conference, Governor Spencer Cox discussed his thoughts on all the executive orders Trump wants to sign once in office. Hosts Adam Gardiner and Greg Skordas discuss political preparations for the new presidency.    Previewing Inauguration Day  In just a couple of days, Donald Trump will become the 47th President of the United States. His inauguration will be a little different – it'll be indoors due to frigid cold temperatures forecast in the region. Inside Sources finishes the week previewing the presidential inauguration.     

4:20 pm: Kurt Schlichter, attorney, veteran and Senior Columnist at Townhall joins the program for a conversation about his piece about how, despite the wildfires, nothing will change in California because the state's voters won't admit Democrats are failing.4:38 pm: Adam Coleman, Founder of WrongSpeak Publishing joins Rod and Greg to discuss his piece in the New York Post in which he writes Los Angeles Mayor Karen Bass is bad at her job and it's not racist to say so.6:00 pm: President Joe Biden will be giving his Farewell Address6:35 pm: Senator Dan McCay joins the show for a conversation about Governor Spencer Cox's proposal to end the income tax on Social Security for the state's older residents.

Utah lawmakers have continued to prop up coal in our state, but now Gov. Spencer Cox is eyeing another energy option: geothermal. So … what the heck is it? And can it cause earthquakes?? Dr. Joseph Moore, principal researcher at Utah FORGE, joins host Ali Vallarta to demystify this renewable resource. Resources and references: What's in Cox's $30.6B Budget? MLB District Deadline Nears, Holiday Transit Plans [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're around for years to come. Get all the details and sign up at membership.citycast.fm. Subscribe to Hey Salt Lake, our daily morning newsletter. You can also find us on Instagram @CityCastSLC. 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:  ICO Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Hosts: Erin Rider and Taylor Morgan  According to an investigation from our partners at the Deseret News, Governor Spencer Cox sent a letter to the incoming Trump administration asking for the immediate removal of the U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) director in Salt Lake City. Why? We discuss some of the reasons outlined in the letter, and how the Governor has also asked for more funding to remove migrants. 

Hosts: Erin Rider and Taylor Morgan  Presidential election results certified without any issue It’s officially official: Donald Trump will be the next President of the United States. Earlier today, the electoral college voted to certify the results of the presidential election. The mood was solemn at the Capitol for a few reasons; not least of which is the memory of the insurrection four years ago. We discuss the calm and cordial atmosphere of the vote today, and how Vice President Kamala Harris did as she oversaw the vote finalizing her presidential loss.  $200+ Million set aside to provide tax cuts for Utahns The upcoming Legislative General Session begins in about two weeks, and it could result in some large tax cuts for Utahns. The exact details are still unknown at this time, but the cuts come as Governor Cox has pushed to eliminate the state income tax on Social Security benefits. The Inside Sources hosts discuss the support the plan seems to have on Utah’s Capitol Hill.  On the Hill 2025: Previewing legislation on public safety, border security Today, several members of the Utah State Legislature outlined pieces of legislation to improve public safety and address impacts of illegal immigration at the United States’ Southern Border. These bills, which will be discussed and voted upon during the General Legislative Session, deal with things like fentanyl, organized crime, property rights, and English language learners. State Rep. Karianne Lisonbee joins Inside Sources to describe some of these bills.  Gov. Cox calls for removal of ICE director in Salt Lake City According to an investigation from our partners at the Deseret News, Governor Spencer Cox sent a letter to the incoming Trump administration asking for the immediate removal of the U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) director in Salt Lake City. Why? We discuss some of the reasons outlined in the letter, and how the Governor has also asked for more funding to remove migrants.  New Elected Officials: Ross Romero, new Salt Lake County Council Member Several new members joined the Salt Lake County Council this morning, taking their oaths of office in a ceremony held at the Mid-Valley Performing Arts Center in Taylorsville. We’re joined in the studio by new Salt Lake County Council Member for District 4, Ross Romero. He outlines some of the things he wants to prioritize during his first term.  Park City Ski Patrol strike enters 10th day Park City Mountain ski patrols are entering their tenth day of striking as they demand a $2 an hour raise. The strike has contributed to long lines at the ski resort and has led to national outcry for and against the owner of Park City Mountain, Vail Resorts. Inside Sources hosts Taylor Morgan and Erin Rider share updates on the strike.  New Elected Officials: Natalie Pinkney, new Salt Lake County Council Member Also joining the Salt Lake County Council as an At-Large Member is Natalie Pinkney. She also took the oath of office today and says she wants to celebrate diversity while still addressing important issues like homelessness and public safety. She joins Inside Sources in the studio to talk about her priorities for her first term.  Tips to avoid the ‘winter blues’ Today was a rather gray, dreary day here in Salt Lake City. It got us thinking about the ‘winter blues’ -- a kind of slump or sadness many people feel once the holidays end. The Inside Sources hosts share some tips for listeners who need a little pick-me-up during the cold winter months.   

Hosts: Erin Rider and Taylor Morgan  As a new year begins, Governor Spencer Cox begins his second term in office. Inside Sources spends a few minutes discussing Governor Cox’s first term – his accomplishments and how he did on campaign promises. Then we preview what Utahns may see in his second term as Utah’s top elected official.   

Hosts: Erin Rider and Taylor Morgan  The New Year rings in with terror attacks across the United States  2025 began in a grim manner with two separate attacks on New Year’s. An attack in New Orleans has left at least 15 dead, while a Tesla Cybertruck explosion in Las Vegas left several bystanders injured. Inside Sources hosts Taylor Morgan and Erin Rider give listeners an update on both situations and how they could affect the incoming Trump administration’s plans and cabinet nominations.    On the Hill 2025: Previewing legislation on ballot signature requirements  Without eliminating the caucus/convention route to the ballot, some Utah lawmakers want to revisit the signature-gathering route. State Representative Ray Ward is working on legislation that would decrease the threshold of signatures needed to make the ballot. He joins Inside Sources to share his thoughts on the bill and what the new thresholds could be.    Speaker Johnson could fight to maintain speakership... again  Each time Congress begins a new session, they must vote on a new House Speaker. Current Speaker Mike Johnson would like to maintain his position and has the endorsement of President-elect Donald Trump. But some Republicans are upset over the way Speaker Johnson handled the last continuing resolution. Inside Sources discusses the state of the race and possible rule changes as well.    New 2025 laws dealing with license plates go into effect  January 1, 2025 brought several new laws in Utah, including one that requires “obscenity filters” on tech devices used by kids, several kinds of tax changes, and another that deals with your car’s license plates and registration. State Senator Dan McCay sponsored Senate Bill 45 last year, which removed the requirement for a front license plate. He joins the show to inform listeners about the changes.   Rating Governor Cox on his first term; previewing his second term  As a new year begins, Governor Spencer Cox begins his second term in office. Inside Sources spends a few minutes discussing Governor Cox’s first term – his accomplishments and how he did on campaign promises. Then we preview what Utahns may see in his second term as Utah’s top elected official.    On the Hill 2025: Previewing legislation on homeless shelter safety and security  In 2024, we saw several controversial and combative incidents involving proposed homeless shelters. In the coming legislative session, one Utah lawmaker wants to address some of the concerns Utahns had regarding homeless shelters and their placements. State Representative Tyler Clancy joins Inside Sources to share his motivation and plans for this legislation.    Political predictions for 2025  Inside Sources wraps up the first show of 2025 discussing political predictions. What do hosts Taylor Morgan and Erin Rider hope or expect to see in the political world this year? Listen to find out.  

The Point development in southern Salt Lake County is finally seeing some action after Gov. Spencer Cox and legislators broke ground this week. Executive producer Emily Means and host Ali Vallarta discuss what's in store for the state's 600-acre project. Plus, possible celebrity sightings at Sundance, a volunteer opportunity, and honoring a legendary Salt Laker.  Resources and references: Utah's old prison now gone, leaders break ground on ‘The Point,' a huge state-run development [Utah News Dispatch] Here are the 87 movies (and 57 shorts) set to screen at Sundance 2025 — and the stars they will feature [Salt Lake Tribune] Randy Stinson, the face of record stores in Utah, dies at age 83 [Salt Lake Tribune] Volunteer for the Point-In-Time Count 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 Hey Salt Lake, our daily morning newsletter. You can also find us on Instagram @CityCastSLC.  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 ICO Sugar House Chamber Embodied Patience Live Crude - Get $25 off your facial by mentioning this ad. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Hosts: Adam Gardiner and Greg Skordas  Governor Spencer Cox recently said that he’s worried about affordable housing in Utah – to the point that he thinks the American Dream could fade away unless housing reform happens. At the same time, the federal government has announced an investment into building homes, including here in Utah. Steve Waldrip, Senior Advisor to Governor Cox for Housing Strategy gives some insights and updates on the housing crisis. 

Hosts: Adam Gardiner and Greg Skordas  Government Shutdown Watch: GOP lawmakers agree to funding deal  Republican lawmakers say they’ve reached a deal with party members to keep the government funded past tomorrow. It comes after Tuesday’s Continuing Resolution failed following opposition from President-elect Trump and tech billionaire Elon Musk. The deal isn’t done yet though; Democrats still have to approve it and President Biden has to sign it. Matt Waldrip, Managing Partner at Dauntless Capital Partners in Washington, D.C. joins Inside Sources to give an inside look at what’s happening on Capitol Hill.    Poll: Republicans trust Utah elections more than Democrats  In a flip-flop from 2020, new polling data shows Republicans appear to trust elections more than Democrats. Would the results be different if Kamala Harris had won the presidential election? What other kinds of things would affect this kind of trend change? Inside Sources breaks down the latest numbers and the hosts share their thoughts.    Unaffordable housing – is it causing the American Dream to fade?  Governor Spencer Cox recently said that he’s worried about affordable housing in Utah – to the point that he thinks the American Dream could fade away unless housing reform happens. At the same time, the federal government has announced an investment into building homes, including here in Utah. Steve Waldrip, Senior Advisor to Governor Cox for Housing Strategy gives some insights and updates on the housing crisis.    Lawsuit filed against other lawsuit as Utah fights for control over public lands  The Southern Utah Wilderness Alliance has filed a new lawsuit against state leaders following the state’s lawsuit against the federal government over land management. It’s a lawsuit over a lawsuit. KSL Legal Analyst Greg Skordas takes a few moments to discuss this new suit and how it may affect the existing lawsuit.    Report: Mike Pompeo’s hopes of joining new Trump administration crushed  New reports say that Mike Pompeo – who served as Secretary of State during the first Trump administration – has been the target of a coordinated effort to prevent him from joining the new administration. Sources say Tucker Carlson and Donald Trump Jr. were behind the move. The news has Inside Sources host Adam Gardiner up in arms. He explains why in this segment.    Trust in the judicial system falls to all-time low  In recent years, the judicial system in the United States has fallen prey to lower public confidence. Many folks today say the courts are way too political. Now, we’re getting a better look at data that shows just how low confidence has fallen. Inside Sources discusses the effects this distrust could have on the future of the judiciary.    Is Santa Claus a Republican or a Democrat?  With the holiday season in full swing, we wanted to have a light conversation: is Santa Claus a Republican or a Democrat? We’re not the only ones thinking about it – a new YouGov survey asks that same question. So what do most Americans think? If you like the holidays AND politics, you won’t want to miss this discussion. 

Hosts: Adam Gardiner and Rusty Cannon  Governor Spencer Cox joined governors from Idaho, Montana, and Wyoming, asking the incoming president to focus on energy and land management in the western states. Specifically, they’re asking Trump to allow states more control over their own resources. Emy Lesofski, Energy Advisor to the Govenor and Director of the Office of Energy Development joins Inside Sources to share more of the governor’s plans for these issues. 

Hosts: Adam Gardiner and Rusty Cannon  Senator Romney holds final press conference discussing his political past and future  Senator Mitt Romney spoke to Utahns for the final time today, reminiscing about the things he learned during his 20+ years in politics. He spoke about President-elect Trump, the state of the federal budget, and the future of the Republican Party. Inside Sources hosts Adam Gardiner and Rusty Cannon break down their favorite parts from Senator Romney’s remarks and discuss what his political future looks like, or if it even exists at all.    Guests at President-elect Trump’s inauguration  Controversy erupted this week when news came out that Donald Trump had invited Chinese President Xi Jinping to attend his inauguration. We’ve now learned that President Xi will not attend. Many Democrats also say they won’t attend the inauguration out of protest against the incoming president. The Inside Sources host talk about inauguration attendees and whether they matter.    Trump continues showing support for working class families  News this week about President-elect Trump opposing more automation for dockworkers has led to a conversation about Republicans supporting the “working class.” What even is the “working class?” Rusty and Adam discuss how Republicans have shifted their platform to be more inclusive of working-class folks and members of unions.    Gov. Cox joins other western governors in asking Trump to prioritize energy, land management  Governor Spencer Cox joined governors from Idaho, Montana, and Wyoming, asking the incoming president to focus on energy and land management in the western states. Specifically, they’re asking Trump to allow states more control over their own resources. Emy Lesofski, Energy Advisor to the Govenor and Director of the Office of Energy Development joins Inside Sources to share more of the governor’s plans for these issues.    Democrats upset at outgoing Senators Sinema and Manchin  Outgoing Senators Kyrsten Sinema and Joe Manchin aren’t receiving any warm wishes from their Democratic colleagues in the Senate. It comes following some of their recent votes, which were different from the rest of the caucus. The hosts discuss the volatile history between Sinema, Manchin, and the Democratic Party.   

What is Gov. Spencer Cox prioritizing in his new budget proposal? Executive producer Emily Means and host Ali Vallarta make sense of the highlights. Plus, time is ticking for Salt Lake City to approve the Major League Baseball stadium deal, Festival of Trees transit options, and glowing reviews for local businesses.  Resources and references: SLC negotiates with Fairpark District to avoid unintended city-wide tax increases [Utah News Dispatch]   Gov. Cox's FY26 Budget Recommendations  Download the Transit App By focusing on the stories and issues shaping our neighborhoods, City Cast Salt Lake bridges gaps and connects the dots in Salt Lake. Become a member to support local journalism that connects.  Subscribe to Hey Salt Lake, our daily morning newsletter. You can also find us on Instagram @CityCastSLC.  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 BetterHelp - get 10% off at betterhelp.com/CITYCAST Embodied Patience Live Crude - Get $25 off your facial by mentioning this ad. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Gov. Spencer Cox has asked Utahns to “Disagree Better” in an effort to cool down our politics. But what if conflict is actually the good stuff? Host Ali Vallarta asks Utah Valley University professor and conflict specialist Dr. Maria Blevins what the Governor's campaign gets right and what it's missing. Plus, tips for when Salt Lakers are feeling feisty — whether with a state legislator or a friend. This episode originally aired on April 22, 2024.  Resources and references: Gov. Cox's Disagree Better Initiative 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 Hey Salt Lake, our daily morning newsletter. You can also find us on Instagram @CityCastSLC. Today's Gift Guide sponsor is Aroma Retail. If you enjoyed the interview with Jim Reding, the CEO of Aroma Retail, check out their products here.  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:  Sugar House Chamber of Commerce Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices