Podcasts about Sutherland Institute

Sutherland Institute's "Defending Ideas" with Ramesh Ponnuru -- Curtis introduces wildfire with grazing bill -- Former Cache Clerk Jess Bradfield on bringing DOGE to Utah

Sutherland Institute's "Defending Ideas": The two sides of tariff policy -- Utah businesses worried about decreased tourism from Canada

Referendum backers only 500 signatures short in Cache Valley with more to count -- Sutherland Institute's "Defending Ideas"

Why do so many families turn down work opportunities—and how can we fix that?In this thought-provoking episode of the Let People Prosper Show, I sit down with Nic Dunn, vice president of strategy at the Sutherland Institute, to explore how benefit cliffs, broken welfare incentives, and poorly designed safety nets can trap people in poverty instead of lifting them out of it.Nick shares his personal journey into public policy, his belief in the dignity of work, and the data-driven case for state-led welfare innovation that removes the fear of losing benefits for earning more. This episode is all about restoring upward mobility and helping families truly prosper.For more insights, visit vanceginn.com and get even greater value with a subscription to my Substack newsletter at vanceginn.substack.com. 

Sutherland Institute's "Defending Ideas" -- Rep. Blake Moore leading effort to reduce adoption costs

Gov. Cox vetoes bill creating "gold bar bank" -- Sutherland Institute's "Defending Ideas"

Sutherland Institute: Let states drive federal cost cutting efforts -- Utah Supreme Court Chief Justice says lawmakers "waging broad attack" on judicial independence

The Rod and Greg Show Daily Rundown – Tuesday, February 25, 20254:20 pm: Craig Shirley, Author, Historian and Chairman of Citizens for the Republic on the results of a recent poll showing a majority of American voters are opposed to subsidies for profitable nuclear energy companies.4:38 pm: Bill Duncan, Director of the Center for Family and Society at the Sutherland Institute joins the program for a conversation about the results of a recent survey showing how Utah voters feel about the App Store Age Verification bill currently being considered by Utah lawmakers.6:05 pm: Senator Mike Lee joins Rod and Greg for their weekly conversation about what's happening in Washington, D.C., and today they'll discuss Dan Bongino's move to become Deputy Director of the FBI, the mood in D.C. following the federal job cuts, and his bill limiting judges from blocking President Trump's executive orders.6:38 pm: Justin Haskins, Director of the Socialism Research Center at the Heartland Institute joins the program to discuss the Fair Access to Banking Act and how it will stop discrimination against conservatives.

Sutherland Institute's "Defending Ideas" -- UDOT wants your help fixing Logan Main Street -- Old timey terms of endearment for Valentine's Day

Heidi HatchMaura Carabello: Exoro GroupDave Alvord: Former SoJo Mayor/SL County Council District 2 TRUMP WEEK 3USAID: Your taxpayer dollarsTrump Floats the US rebuilding GAZA strip – Impeachment articles file because of itTrump signs Executive Order banning trans athletes from Women's and girls' sports. NCAA agrees to comply.Federal judge puts hold on Federal employee buyouts, hearing on Monday – funding not in place UTAH LEGISLATVIE SESSION HB81: Fluoride In Utah's water, keep it or kill itHB 288, Health Care Malpractice Amendments on statute of limitations in malpracticeHB 267: Utah bill to end collective bargaining for public workers passes heads to CoxHB267 prohibits collective bargaining across all government organizations, including public schools, law enforcement and fireHB 312: Lisonbee's "Jail must not release" bill. “Salt Lake County jail is releasing ~4000 inmates per year due to overcrowding??! That's over 10 per day. We are the only county in Utah that overcrowd releases (OCR) from our jail. This is NOT okay.”HB300: Voter ID bill The Sutherland Institute's poll after 2024 election: Released Jan 15, 2025 74% of Utah voters prefer to have the person overseeing elections be elected by voters, rather than appointed by elected officials.87% of Utah voters are confident that ballots in Utah are counted accurately, while 69% are confident that ballots in the United States as a whole are counted accurately.HB 120, Daylight Saving is back againSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Sutherland Institute's "Defending Ideas": The case for app store age verification

Sutherland Institute's Bill Duncan on keynoting Cache GOP Lincoln Day dinner -- The NFL's history of being stingy with Superbowl halftime artists

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The Rod and Greg Show Daily Rundown – Thursday, January 16, 20254:20 pm: Steve Moore, an economist and 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 how Donald Trump may approach repairing the economy.4:38 pm: Derek Monson, Chief Growth Officer at the Sutherland Institute joins the program for a conversation about the results of a new poll on election trust in Utah and ways that trust can be strengthened.6:05 pm: Rich McHugh, National Investigative Correspondent for NewsNation has spoken with Palisades residents who saw the blaze as it broke out and he joins the program to discuss how officials mismanaged the fire from the very beginning.6:38: pm: Susannah Luthi Taylor, a reporter with the Washington Free Beacon, joins the program for a conversation about the red tape and failed bureaucracy that led to California's slow movement on fire prevention.

New data from The Sutherland Institute shows 74% of Utah voters prefer to have the person overseeing elections be elected by voters, rather than appointed by elected officials. Guest host Taylor Morgan walks through this study and the important factors at play when it comes to who oversees the elections office.

Hosts: Rusty Cannon and Greg Skordas  New research from Y2 Analytics and the Sutherland Institute says that Utahns want the top elections official position in the state to continue as an elected position instead of an appointed position. And it wasn't close – Utahns wanted it on a 3-to-1 margin. What does this say about the future of election oversight? Inside Sources hosts Greg Skordas and Rusty Cannon share their analysis. 

Hosts: Rusty Cannon and Greg Skordas  Israel/Hamas ceasefire agreement reached  After 15 months of fighting, it appears that a permanent cease-fire in the war between Hamas and Israel could come soon. Today, they agreed on a six-week cease-fire, which will be implemented in three phases. Inside Sources hosts Rusty Cannon and Greg Skordas share their concerns about the permanent future of this cease-fire deal.    Senator Lee gives insights into today’s Senate confirmation hearings  President-elect Trump's cabinet nominees continue to take part in Senate Confirmation Hearings today, including Chris Wright at the Department of Energy, Pam Bondi as Attorney General, and Marco Rubio as Secretary of State. Utah's own Senator Mike Lee, who chairs the Energy and Natural Resources committee, joins Inside Sources to share his thoughts on the hearings today.    On the Hill 2025: Previewing election bills in the Utah State House  Several bills addressing elections are set to be introduced in the upcoming legislative session, including many in the State House. State Representative Jefferson Burton is taking the lead on many GOP election bills in the House. He calls into Inside Sources to give listeners an overview of the bills coming down the pike.     On the Hill 2025: Previewing legislation on election fundraising  We continue our deep dive into election bills coming for the 2025 Legislative General Session by digging into a bill on election fundraising. State Senator Dan McCay will run a bill that would add restrictions to campaign fundraising for state elected officials looking to run for federal office. He joins Inside Sources to explain other facets of the bill.    Survey: Utahns want top elections official spot to stay an elected position  New research from Y2 Analytics and the Sutherland Institute says that Utahns want the top elections official position in the state to continue as an elected position instead of an appointed position. And it wasn't close – Utahns wanted it on a 3-to-1 margin. What does this say about the future of election oversight? Inside Sources hosts Greg Skordas and Rusty Cannon share their analysis.    On the Hill 2025: Previewing legislation addressing school safety  Everyone wants schools to be safe – that's pretty much a given. But how do officials go about making schools safer? State Representative Ryan Wilcox is introducing legislation that would address school safety. He joins Inside Sources to outline some of the key points of his bill and explain how it’d make schools safer for Utah’s children.    Top priority for Utah’s Speaker of the House in 2025: Education  State Speaker of the House Mike Schultz says his top focus for the legislative session this year is education – both K-12 and higher education. He sat down with the KSL/Deseret News Editorial Board to explain how he wants more Career and Technical Education (CTE) programs and an increase in concurrent enrollments. The hosts discuss those and some of his other proposals.    Pres.-elect Trump proposes creation of External Revenue Agency  One thing that’s been discussed with President-elect Donald Trump’s new agenda is an increase in foreign tariffs. Now, the incoming President is proposing an increase to the size and scope of the federal government by creating a new agency to handle these tariffs, the External Revenue Agency. Inside Sources finishes with the hosts sharing their thoughts on the balance between limited government and efficient government.   

Sutherland Institute's "Defending Ideas" -- Cox warns of "silver tsunami" as Utah's population ages -- Update on Utah fire crews in CA

Rod and Greg Show Daily Rundown – Friday, December 20, 20244:20 pm: Beth Brelje, Elections Correspondent for The Federalist, joins the show to discuss her piece about why there should be an investigation into those who hid Joe Biden's declining health.4:38 pm: Nic Dunn, Vice President of Strategy and Communications at the Sutherland Institute joins the program to discuss his recent piece about the need for welfare reform.6:05 pm: Conn Carroll, Commentary Editor for the Washington Examiner, joins the program to discuss his piece about what really happens when illegal immigrants leave the United States.6:20 pm: Adam A. Millsap, Senior Fellow focusing on economics for Stand Together Trust joins the show to discuss a new blueprint for realigning the federal government with the Constitution.6:38: pm: We'll listen back to Rod and Greg's conversations this week with David Deavel of AMAC on his piece about the signs of America getting its mojo back, and (at 6:50 pm) with Mark Meckler, President of Convention of States, on how Washington is corrupt and unaccountable.

Sutherland Institute: 2024 and Utah's public policy future -- 2024's funniest pop culture moments

Rod ArquetteThe Rod and Greg Show Daily Rundown - Monday, December 16, 2024Coming up at 4 pm today on the Rod and Greg Show on Talk Radio 105.9 KNRS, Brigham Young University Social Scientist Brian Willoughby joins the show for a conversation about how parents should broach the topic of pornography with their children. Plus, David Deavel, Senior Contributor to The Imaginative Conservative, joins Rod and Greg to discuss his recent piece about how America seems to be getting its mojo back after the election of Donald Trump. See below for a full rundown of today's program.Rod and Greg Show Daily Rundown – Monday, December 16, 20244:20 pm: David Deavel, Senior Contributor to The Imaginative Conservative, joins Rod and Greg to discuss his recent piece about how America seems to be getting its mojo back after the election of Donald Trump.4:38 pm: Brigham Young University Social Scientist Brian Willoughby joins the show for a conversation about how parents should broach the topic of pornography with their children.6:20 pm: Christine Cooke Fairbanks, Education Policy Analyst with the Sutherland Institute, joins Rod and Greg for a conversation about how Utah should stay the course with its approach to education despite the coming shake up of the federal approach.

BYU professors launch video game based humanities courses -- Sutherland Institute's Defending Ideas -- Cache District's Teachers of the Year

Rod and Greg Show Daily Rundown – Thursday, October 31, 20244:20 pm: Brett Tolman, former U.S. Attorney for Utah and now Executive Director of Right on Crime joins the program to discuss the high number of election-related lawsuits that could be filed next week.4:38 pm: Steve Moore, an economist with FreedomWorks, joins the show for his weekly conversation with Rod and Greg about politics and the nation's economy.6:05 pm: Christine Cooke Fairbanks, Education Policy Analyst for the Sutherland Institute joins Rod and Greg for a conversation about the results of a new study showing how Utah voters prioritize education issues going into the election.6:38: pm: Jay Ratliff, an aviation expert for 700 WLW in Cincinnati, joins the show for a conversation about a new refund rule for customers experiencing significant flight disruptions.

Rod and Greg Show Daily Rundown – Monday, October 14, 20244:38 pm: Rick Larsen, President of the Sutherland Institute, joins Rod and Greg to discuss his piece in the Deseret News about how those who treat politics as religion are undermining the Constitution.6:05 pm: John Nantz, a columnist with Townhall and a retired FBI agent, joins Rod and Greg for a conversation about his recent piece on why Christians must vote for Donald Trump.6:38 pm: Joe Kennedy, the Washington high school football coach who was fired from his job for praying on the field, and eventually won his job back thanks to a decision by the Supreme Court, joins the show for a conversation about an upcoming film about his ordeal.

Teachers and parents have different ideas of what "involved" means when it comes to parent involvement.  Christine Cooke Fairbanks, Education Policy Fellow at the Sutherland Institute, joins the show to discuss the difficulties both sides see when it comes to the classroom. Dave and Maura also discuss what involvement means from a parent's point of view.

Rod and Greg Show Daily Rundown – Tuesday, September 24, 20244:38 pm: Senator Mike Lee joins Rod and Greg for their weekly conversation about what's happening in Washington, D.C., and today they'll discuss Kamala Harris' past efforts to gut religious freedom laws.5:05 pm: Christine Cooke Fairbanks, Education Policy Analyst at the Sutherland Institute joins the show for a conversation about the organization's latest research on parent access and the parent/teacher perception gap.5:20 pm: Rod and Greg will discuss the topic of cameras in your children's classrooms. Greg says yes, Rod says no. What say you? Rod and Greg take your calls at 888-570-8010.6:38 pm: Jeffrey H. Anderson, President of the American Main Street Initiative, joins the show for a conversation about his Wall Street Journal piece in which he describes how, despite what the media is reporting, urban crime rates are up in the U.S.

Rod and Greg Show Daily Rundown – Wednesday, August 28, 20244:20 pm: Shawn Carney, President and CEO of 40 Days for Life joins Rod and Greg to discuss how everything Kamala Harris said about abortion in her DNC acceptance speech was a lie.4:38 pm: Utah Congressman Burgess Owens joins the show for a conversation about what he's hearing from voters across America as he travels to campaign for other candidates.6:05 pm: Christine Cooke Fairbanks, Education Policy Analyst with the Sutherland Institute joins the show to discuss the group's new study on parental engagement in public schools.6:38 pm: John Nantz, a Columnist with Townhall.com and a retired FBI agent joins Rod and Greg to discuss how Robert F. Kennedy Jr. found common ground with Donald Trump and the MAGA movement.

Rod and Greg Show Daily Rundown – Monday, August 19, 20244:05 pm: Was Kamala Harris intoxicated during a recent public appearance? Several police officers believe she was. Rod and Greg discuss the issue, as well as other issues pertaining to the presidential campaigns.:05 pm: Derek Monson, Public Policy Director for the Sutherland Institute, joins the program to discuss the growing rumblings that a special session of the Utah Legislature be called to place a constitutional amendment on the November ballot that would give lawmakers veto power over ballot initiatives.6:05 pm: Utah County residents are up in arms over a proposed almost 50% property tax increase, which comes on the heels of an already approved 12% tax increase from the Alpine School District.

Rod and Greg Show Daily Rundown – Monday, August 5, 20244:20 pm: Justin Collings, Professor of Law at Brigham Young University joins the show for a conversation about his recent piece in the Deseret News about how Abraham Lincoln predicted the political chaos of today.5:05 pm: Bill Duncan, Constitutional Law and Religious Freedom Fellow at the Sutherland Institute joins the show to discuss the Utah Supreme Court decision on the state's new abortion law.6:05 pm: Thaddeus McCotter, a contributor to American Greatness, joins Rod and Greg for a conversation about his recent piece on how the Democrats are trying to erase Kamala Harris' political history in her race against Donald Trump.

Hosts: Maura Carabello & Taylor Morgan  Trust in America’s public institutions is at an all-time low. There are several ideas on how to restore this trust, from things like transparency to things like following constitutional values. Rick Larsen, President and CEO of the Sutherland Institute joins the program to explain his organization’s stance, including a recommitment to the values this nation was founded upon. 

Hosts: Maura Carabello and Taylor Morgan  Recount formally underway for CD-2’s GOP primary Colby Jenkins’ campaign has officially requested a recount in the GOP primary for the 2nd Congressional District, just before the deadline today. Last week, the results were officially certified, awarding incumbent Celeste Maloy the win. Jenkins has said that in addition to requesting a recount, his campaign may also contest the results; that deadline is later this week. We hear a statement from Maloy, an exclusive interview between Jenkins and KSL-TV’s Lindsay Aerts, and the hosts discuss this new development.  Pres. Biden announces plans to reform the U.S. Supreme Court In an op-ed in The Washington Post, President Biden proposes three points to reform the United States Supreme Court. However, much of what he’d want to do would require constitutional amendments. Would he have that kind of support? Probably not. So what is he hoping to accomplish by announcing these plans? Maura and Taylor share their opinions.  Examining a week of polling for Democratic presidential candidate Kamala Harris  New polling — both nationwide and in several swing states — shows that Vice President Kamala Harris has erased any major leads former President Donald Trump had in the presidential race. She appears to be doing significantly better than President Biden, but with which demographics? Will this bump in the polling help her in the long run? We take a look where she’s polling the best.   Donald Trump’s appeal to conservative Christian voters A speech from former President Trump to a group of conservative Christian has sparked some concern — especially among liberal-leaning voters. Some think Trump is saying he will be a dictator; others think Trump is saying the country will be so good after four more years with him. Is there actually cause for concern, or is it just a politician speaking to his audience? The hosts discuss.  Restoring trust and confidence in America’s institutions Trust in America’s public institutions is at an all-time low. There are several ideas on how to restore this trust, from things like transparency to things like following constitutional values. Rick Larsen, President and CEO of the Sutherland Institute joins the program to explain his organization’s stance, including a recommitment to the values this nation was founded upon.  Group aims to enforce billboard rules along Utah’s highways Scenic Utah is trying to balance the needs of business and beauty by working to reign in unlawful billboards in the state. Along the Wasatch Front, billboards are ever-prevalent. They also exist in other parts of Utah, but do they go too far? Are they blocking views of the state’s best landscapes? Listen to find out what a new Deseret News article says about the issue. 

It's almost August, and that means back to school. Parents are struggling to pay for everything their kids need, and teachers are struggling to stock their classrooms with what they need. What can we do to be supportive of teachers and parents? What about a school supply drive in your neighborhood? KSL Newsradio's Amanda Dickson asked her guests this week on A Woman's View. Her guests this week include Ginette Bott, President and CEO of the Utah Food Bank, Christine Fairbanks, Education Policy Fellow at Sutherland Institute, and Danielle Vasquez, Executive Director of the National Center on Shaken Baby Syndrome. 

Vice President Kamala Harris looks like the Democratic nomineee for president. Does her age or gender matter to your vote? Do you want someone younger? Someone female for the first time? Does her race matter? KSL Newsradio's Amanda Dickson asked her guests this week on A Woman's View. Her guests this week include Ginette Bott, President and CEO of the Utah Food Bank, Christine Fairbanks, Education Policy Fellow at Sutherland Institute, and Danielle Vasquez, Executive Director of the National Center on Shaken Baby Syndrome. 

President Biden announced this week that he will not seek reelection in 2024. How do you interpret that? Do you see that as selfless or manipulated? It is a historic moment however you interpret it. KSL Newsradio's Amanda Dickson asked her guests this week on A Woman's View. Her guests this week include Ginette Bott, President and CEO of the Utah Food Bank, Christine Fairbanks, Education Policy Fellow at Sutherland Institute, and Danielle Vasquez, Executive Director of the National Center on Shaken Baby Syndrome. 

We learned this week that Utah will get the winter games back in 2034. How excited are you for the games to return? Will you be watching the summer games this week in Paris? KSL Newsradio's Amanda Dickson asked her guests this week on A Woman's View. Her guests this week include Ginette Bott, President and CEO of the Utah Food Bank, Christine Fairbanks, Education Policy Fellow at Sutherland Institute, and Danielle Vasquez, Executive Director of the National Center on Shaken Baby Syndrome. 

In a world of rapid change and shifting values, the Sutherland Institute is calling for a renewed commitment to America's founding principles. As we navigate the complexities of modern governance, how can we harmonize timeless ideals with the pressing challenges of today? Rick Larsen from the Sutherland Institute joins the show to explore the delicate balance between faith, family, and freedom, and their role in shaping a prosperous future for all Americans.   

Rod Arquette Show Daily Rundown – Tuesday, July 2, 2024:38 pm: Brett Tolman former U.S. Attorney and Executive Director of Right on Crime joins the program to discuss the Supreme Court decision that says former presidents can't be prosecuted for official actions taken while in the White House.5:05 pm: John Goodman, President of the Goodman Institute, joins the show to discuss his piece for Townhall.com on why the country is so polarized.6:05 pm: Derek Monson, Public Policy Director at the Sutherland Institute joins Rod to discuss his piece in the Deseret News about how the results of the primary elections in Utah raise questions about the caucus convention system.6:20 pm: Charles Lipson, Professor of International Politics at the University of Chicago and a contributor to The Spectator joins Rod for a conversation about the hard choice Joe Biden faces if he stays in the presidential race.6:38 pm: Judge Glock, Senior Fellow and Director of Research for the Manhattan Institute joins Rod to discuss the Supreme Court's decision to uphold a Grants Pass, Oregon law that that essentially bans homeless people from sleeping in public areas.6:50 pm: Steve Cortes, Founder of the League of American Workers joins the program for a conversation about his piece for Real Clear Politics on how swing state voters place the blame for high food prices squarely on Joe Biden.

Rod Arquette Show Daily Rundown – Monday, July 1, 20244:20 pm: Ellie Gardey Holmes, a Reporter and Associate Editor at American Spectator, joins the show for a conversation about California Governor Gavin Newsom's thirst for power amidst speculation Democrats use him as a replacement for Joe Biden as the party's presidential nominee.4:38 pm: Bill Duncan, Religious Freedom and Constitutional Law Fellow at the Sutherland Institute joins Rod for a conversation about the Supreme Court's decision on the Chevron deference case, meaning courts no longer must give deference to a government agencies interpretation of federal law.6:05 pm: Frank Miele, a columnist with Real Clear Politics, joins the program for a conversation about his piece on how last's week's presidential debate turned reality on its head.6:20 pm: Leslie Eastman, a writer with Legal Insurrection, joins Rod to discuss her piece pondering whether Vice President Kamala Harris is as unpopular among voters as many make her out to be.6:38 pm: Kathryn Jean Lopez, Editor of National Review Online, joins Rod to discuss her piece about the true meaning of freedom.

Guest Hosts: Adam Gardiner & Greg Skordas In the heart of Utah's political landscape, a compelling tension has emerged between the caucus-convention system and primary election results. Derek Monson from Sutherland Institute argues that this discrepancy not only raises important questions about the allocation of taxpayer dollars in the nomination process but also invites us to reflect on the words of the Founding Fathers regarding factions and broad-based voter participation. We need to consider how our current political systems align with the constitutional framework and if it truly reflects the will of the people while safeguarding against the undue influence of narrow interests.

In a groundbreaking move to empower families and enhance educational opportunities, Utah has created the Utah Fits All Scholarship program that offers financial aid to low-income families and aims to personalize education in ways that traditional public schooling may not always achieve. However, the program now faces a legal challenge that threatens to derail the program that says the scholarships are unconstitutional. What are the constitutional questions at play and the broader implications for educational choice in America? Christine Fairbank and Bill Duncan from Sutherland Institute join the show to answer the questions.

In an increasingly polarized world, the role of faith in public life remains a complex and oft-debated topic. However, a growing body of research reveals that religious organizations and individuals of faith contribute immensely to society through vital social services and charitable works. From providing emergency relief and caring for the vulnerable to facilitating community support networks, the positive impacts of religion ripple far beyond the confines of any house of worship. Bill Duncan from Sutherland Institute and Boyd discuss the efforts to build a more just and compassionate society, and how it is crucial to recognize and appreciate the invaluable role that faith plays in serving the greater good.

Rod Arquette Show Daily Rundown – Friday, May 10, 20244:20 pm: Paul Gottfried, political philosopher and intellectual historian, joins the show to discuss his piece for The Blaze about how the deep state plans to foil a Donald Trump return to the White House.4:38 pm: Nationally syndicated radio host Kevin McCullough, a contributor to Townhall.com joins Rod for a conversation about his piece on how sanity, in the form of common-sense Americans, is fighting back against antisemitic protests and actions of the extreme left.6:05 pm: Karol Markowicz, Opinion Contributor at the New York Post, joins the show to discuss her piece on how many of the activists participating in campus protests across the country were brainwashed long before their college years.6:20 pm: Chapman University Professor of Urban Studies Joel Kotkin joins the show for a conversation about his piece for Spiked.com on the death of the family in America.6:38 pm: We'll listen back to Rod's conversations this week with Nic Dunn of the Sutherland Institute on how now is the best opportunity for conservatives to win the minimum-wage argument, and (at 6:50 pm) with Shia Kapos of Politico on how many of the pro-Palestinian protests are backed by the same groups backing Joe Biden's reelection campaign.

Rod Arquette Show Daily Rundown – Monday, May 6, 20244:20 pm: Santaquin Mayor Dan Olson joins Rod for a conversation about how his community is reacting to the hit-and-run death of Seargent Bill Hooser on Sunday morning.4:38 pm: Shia Kapos, a reporter at Politico, joins the show for a conversation about her piece on how pro-Palestinian groups behind many of the nation's protests are backed by the same groups pushing for the re-election of Joe Biden.6:05 pm: Shawn Fleetwood of The Federalist joins Rod for a conversation about his piece on the ten lies Democrats use about elections in the United States.6:20 pm: Nic Dunn, Vice President of Strategy and Communications for the Sutherland Institute joins the program to discuss his piece for National Review about this election year is an opportunity for conservatives to use the minimum wage debate to persuade voters.6:38 pm: Tim Goeglein, Vice President of External and Government Relations for Focus on the Family joins the program to discuss his piece in The Federalist about how children that come from religious schools tend to be more tolerant than those from the public school system.

We watched delegates at the Utah GOP convention boo Governor Cox. He wasn't the first governor booed at that event. This year was a particularly divisive year where even our Lt. Governor said she didn't feel comfortable bringing children to the event. KSL Newsradio's Amanda Dickson asked her guests about this on A Woman's View. Her guests this week include Christine Cooke Fairbanks, education policy fellow at the Sutherland Institute, Lisa Walker, certified athletic trainer and teacher at Springville High School and Shauna Scott-Bellacomo, former president of Women's State Legislative Council.

We saw arrests of students on 25 different college campuses in 21 states in the last week. There were protests here in Utah on both the University of Utah and Utah State University campus. KSL Newsradio's Amanda Dickson asked her guests on A Woman's View what they think as they watch the protests and the police response. Her guests this week include Christine Cooke Fairbanks, education policy fellow at the Sutherland Institute, Lisa Walker, certified athletic trainer and teacher at Springville High School and Shauna Scott-Bellacomo, former president of Women's State Legislative Council.

There is almost a fear now in talking about the war in Gaza. If you question anything Israel is doing, you'll be labeled antisemitic. Can we be supportive of the college students who are protesting without being labeled antisemitic? How do we get beyond the banners and labels and have the crucial conversations? KSL Newsradio's Amanda Dickson asked her guests on A Woman's View. Her guests this week include Christine Cooke Fairbanks, education policy fellow at the Sutherland Institute, Lisa Walker, certified athletic trainer and teacher at Springville High School and Shauna Scott-Bellacomo, former president of Women's State Legislative Council.

There was a report this week that Gen Z is ditching college for trade school. KSL Newsradio's Amanda Dickson wanted to know how we approach this topic with open minds. College is still valuable for some and the trades is a terrific choice for others. This is a personal choice. She asked her guests on A Woman's View. Her guests this week include Christine Cooke Fairbanks, education policy fellow at the Sutherland Institute, Lisa Walker, certified athletic trainer and teacher at Springville High School and Shauna Scott-Bellacomo, former president of Women's State Legislative Council.

Bill Duncan from the Sutherland Institute talks with Boyd about how states are looking to Utah for legislation relating to issues of religious freedom. What is Utah doing right and how can we elevate the conversation about religious freedom in America? 

Rod Arquette Show Daily Rundown – Monday, April 1, 20244:20 pm: Bill Duncan, Constitutional Law and Religious Freedom Fellow at the Sutherland Institute joins Rod to discuss his piece in the Washington Examiner about how we can set aside the predictions of doom heading into the 2024 election.4:38 pm: Ginny Gentles, Director of the Education Freedom Center at the Independent Women's Forum, joins Rod to discuss her piece about Joe Biden's decision to designate Easter Sunday at “Transgender Day of Visibility.”6:05 pm: Edward Ring, Senior Fellow at the Center for American Greatness joins the show to discuss his piece about how the establishment narrative that the future of the United States is negative is completely farcical.6:20 pm: John Judis, Editor-at-Large for Talking Points Memo joins Rod for a conversation about his piece in the Deseret News on how many small-town Americans see Democrats as jetsetters and globalists and are abandoning the party.6:38 pm: Matt Margolis, author and columnist at PJ Media joins Rod to discuss his piece about what Joe Biden doesn't want you to know about his fundraising numbers.

A new study from the Sutherland Institute says the majority of Utah's voters would support making the curriculum for Utah's K-12 students accessible to the public. Curriculum transparency has been shown to boost parent and student engagement, as well as heighten teachers' awareness of their material. But is stacking another task on top of our educators already full plates reasonable? Is there a way we can make it worth it for educators to pick this path? Christine Fairbanks from the Sutherland Institute joins the show.