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Rob Latham is the first candidate outside the two-party system to qualify for the Utah Debate Commission's stage in a statewide race. He is the Libertarian candidate for governor of the state of Utah. Learn more about Rob's "Liberator" campaign at freeutahns dot O-R-G (Thought I texted it, but like the sent links have no record of it.) In liberty, Rob Latham

Hosts: Maura Carabello and Leah Murray Have you ever wondered what it’s like to moderate a debate? A lot of people say they have no desire to ever moderate a debate purely due to the public scrutiny that comes after the fact. This general election cycle, KSL at Night hosts Maura Carabello and Leah Murray each moderated a debate sponsored by the Utah Debate Commission. They share their thoughts and insights into the process of moderation.

Hosts: Leah Murray and Maura Carabello Two weeks to Election Day: Where is the presidential race today?We’re now two weeks away from Election Day. Because of mail-in voting, however, it’s basically election day from here until November 5th. We catch listeners up-to-speed on where things sit in the presidential race, including an update on polling that now shows Donald Trump may be outperforming Kamala Harris in key battleground swing states. U.S. House of Representatives reaches milestone in number of bills introducedFor the first time since the 1970s, the U.S. House of Representatives has introduced more than 10,000 bills this year. Does that huge number mean Congress is being ultra productive? Eh, maybe not. KSL at Night hosts Leah Murray and Maura Carabello discuss why there are so many bills this year and how to really determine if Congress is being effective. Recommendations released from panel investigating attempted assassination attemptA special panel investigating the failure of the Secret Service to protect former President Donald Trump in Pennsylvania has released their findings, saying the entire Secret Service needs “fundamental reform.” Their report lists several recommendations for fixing the cultural issues within the agency; we discuss a few of them. Lack of panel members resulting in delays for State Records CommitteeThe desire for government transparency has led to an increase in requests — and appeals — to the State Records Committee. In addition, the committee hasn’t been able to make official decisions due to a lack of confirmed panel members. What’s causing this delay and how could it affect the public? KSL Investigator Danielle Rivera answers those questions on KSL at Night. Meet the candidate: Jenny Wilson for Salt Lake County MayorThis election cycle, Salt Lake County residents have the opportunity to pick their next mayor. On KSL at Night, we’re interviewing the candidates to get their takes on topics like housing, homelessness, budgets, and more. Jenny Wilson, incumbent Democratic candidate for Salt Lake County Mayor joins the show to walk listeners through her campaign and where she stands on the important issues. Meet the candidate: John Curtis for U.S. SenateWith 7 years in the House and dozens of bills passed, current 3rd Congressional District Representative and Republican candidate for U.S. Senate John Curtis says he’s ready to move into a new role in Washington, DC. He joins KSL at Night in the studio to discuss his campaign and how he’ll represent Utah. He also shares insights on how his time in the House of Representatives will help him in the Senate. Rise in 3rd-party candidates and races with write-in candidatesIf you’re like many Utahns who’ve received their ballots this election, you may notice what seems like an overabundance of 3rd-party candidates and races with write-in candidates. What could be causing this rise in non-Republican and non-Democratic candidates? KSL at Night hosts Leah Murray and Maura Carabello discuss the trend here in Utah and how it differs from the national stage. What’s it like to moderate a debate?Have you ever wondered what it’s like to moderate a debate? A lot of people say they have no desire to ever moderate a debate purely due to the public scrutiny that comes after the fact. This general election cycle, KSL at Night hosts Maura Carabello and Leah Murray each moderated a debate sponsored by the Utah Debate Commission. They share their thoughts and insights into the process of moderation.

Hosts: Maura Carabello and Leah Murray Three gubernatorial candidates will take to the debate stage on Wednesday, discussing why they believe Utahns should vote for them. In a major two-party political system, why is there a third candidate on the stage? We discuss the issues bound to be debated, and share insights into the data from the Utah Debate Commission that led to three candidates making the cut.

Hosts: Maura Carabello and Leah Murray Lawsuit aims to remove Amendment D from the November ballotThe future of Amendment D could be in jeopardy following a lawsuit to get it removed from the ballot. Utah’s 3rd District Court will hear arguments on Wednesday. The plaintiffs say the "certified ballot language fails to accurately submit the amendment to the voters." Legislative leaders say critics are “trying to obstruct Utahns.” KSL Legal Analyst Greg Skordas joins to break down the newest suit. Previewing this week’s gubernatorial debateThree gubernatorial candidates will take to the debate stage on Wednesday, discussing why they believe Utahns should vote for them. In a major two-party political system, why is there a third candidate on the stage? We discuss the issues bound to be debated, and share insights into the data from the Utah Debate Commission that led to three candidates making the cut. What are Leah and Maura expecting during tomorrow’s presidential debate?Vice President Kamala Harris and former President Donald Trump will face off for the first time tomorrow night. The pivotal debate has strict rules in place for the two candidates, including muted microphones and no notes, among others. Leah Murray and Maura Carabello discuss what they expect out of tomorrow's debate, and compare it to presidential debates of the past. Maura also offers thoughts on how candidates can prepare for debates. Congress returns for a busy Fall session; what’s on the agenda?First up on Congress’ agenda as they return to the Capitol: avoiding a government shutdown. Republicans want to add a noncitizen voting bill to the budget proposal; why? What else is Congress hoping to achieve before the end of the year? KSL at Night hosts Leah Murray and Maura Carabello fill our listeners in on what other things Congress wants to do. The impact of housing unaffordability on healthUtah’s housing issues – both in terms of affordability and living conditions – are having negative effects on Utahns’ health. That’s according to a new study from the Kem C. Gardner Policy Institute. Melanie Beagley, Public Policy Analyst at the Institute breaks down the research. The KSL at Night hosts then spend some time discussing their own experiences and thoughts on housing and health. How the internet and social media have reshaped American politicsAs people across the country increasingly turn to social media and other platforms to get their news, the sphere of social media has become a new public space for discussing – and often arguing bitterly – about political and social issues. How are people interacting with politics on social media? KSL at Night hosts Leah Murray and Maura Carabello talk about how they navigate political life online.

Utah Debate Commission debate qualification poll results, schedule -- Remembering James Earl Jones

Tomorrow is the presidential debate, but Wednesday is the governor debate. The Utah Debate Commission just announced that there will be 3 candidates on the stage: Republican incumbent Spencer Cox, Democratic candidate Brian King, and the surprise Libertarian candidate Robert Latham. Latham joins the show to share his reaction to making it on the list.

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*Guest Hosts: Adam Gardiner & Greg Skordas As Utahns prepare to make their voices heard at the ballot box, the upcoming debates promise to shed valuable light on where the candidates stand on the pressing issues facing the state. Ed Allen from the Utah Debate Commission voices that the debates serve as a cornerstone of the democratic process, empowering citizens to make informed decisions. For both candidates and constituents alike, the stage is set for a riveting showcase of the principles and priorities that will shape Utah's future.

Hosts: Taylor Morgan and Adam Gardiner Here in Utah, we’re still moving forward with previous debate plans ahead of the Primary Election. All 14 GOP hopefuls confirmed that they will participate in the hour-long debates hosted by the Utah Debate Commission. Becky Edwards, Co-Chair of the Utah Debate Commission, joins the show to talk about the importance of debates in today’s political climate.

Hosts: Taylor Morgan and Adam Gardiner Part 1: Traditional presidential debates are out this season KSL at Night hosts Taylor Morgan and Adam Gardiner start off talking about President Biden’s announcement that he will not participate in traditional presidential debates. However, the dates and times for a debate between Biden and Trump were agreed to just hours after the announcement. How will this affect both campaigns, as well as the fledgling campaign of independent candidate RFK Jr.? Part 2: Are presidential debates still productive? How has the debate landscape changed since the Commission on Presidential Debates took it over in 1988? Politicians have participated, boycotted, and everything in between when it comes to debates. Sit down and take a deep breath while our hosts break down historical sound bites from recent political debates gone awry.  Utah GOP primary debates still moving ahead as planned Here in Utah, we’re still moving forward with previous debate plans ahead of the Primary Election. All 14 GOP hopefuls confirmed that they will participate in the hour-long debates hosted by the Utah Debate Commission. Becky Edwards, Co-Chair of the Utah Debate Commission, joins the show to talk about the importance of debates in today’s political climate. Bipartisan rankings of elected officials in Congress Do we put too much stock in bipartisanship in policies as opposed to the actual content of the policies? Taylor and Adam discuss a recently released report disclosing the frequency that members of congress vote across the aisle, or not. The KSL at Night hosts take a look at how Utah’s congressional representation ranks.  Mitt Romney thinks Biden missed an opportunity to pardon Trump Today, Utah Senator Mitt Romney went on MSNBC and said that President Biden missed an opportunity to pardon former President Trump… right from the beginning. The hosts discuss Romney’s statements, including his comparison of the upcoming debates to the Muppets. What took Romney so long to say something like this? The hosts try to figure it out. Protests across college campuses around Israel and social media If you look solely at the headlines, you may be led to believe that the majority of college students in the country are opposed to Israel’s response to the October 7th massacre. But the data tells a different story… one that shows college students are much more fractured than they seem when assigning blame for the conflict in Israel. Current status of the Great Salt Lake The Great Salt Lake is improving bit by bit. How can we make sure that trend continues? What are the options for our institutions that want to make sure it stays there? The KSL at Night hosts are joined by Tim Davis, Great Salt Lake Deputy Commissioner, to talk about the strategic plan for the lake and the focus areas they’ve identified. What can you do to help save the Great Salt Lake? Utah Democrats have created a special design that, while costing a little extra, will support the movement that supports the ongoing conservation efforts for this natural gem that is our capital’s namesake. KSL Newsradio Producer Mitchell von Puttkammer joins Taylor and Adam to talk about the license plate game and their favorite—and least favorite—plates from around the country.

Hosts: Maura Carabello and Abby Osborne Following the announcement of Utah hosting the 2024 presidential debate, the Utah Debate Commission announced a new co-chair. New Utah Debate Commission Co-chair Becky Edwards joined the show to discuss her new role and the 2024 presidential debate hosted in Utah.

Hosts: Taylor Morgan and Greg Skordas Mass shooting in Maine: What does this mean for local residents? Here’s what we know so far about the mass shooting in Lewiston, Maine: 18 are dead and 13 are injured. The suspect, Robert Card, 40, is still at large. Linda Small, mother of KSL NewsRadio Reporter Adam Small from Maine, joins Taylor and Greg to share her reaction to this incident and what it means for the people of Maine. The House has a new Speaker: Mike Johnson The House of Representatives has chosen a new Speaker, and his name is Mike Johnson. Now that they got that out of the way, it’s time to get to work. Greg and Taylor discuss what aspects led up to his win and react to the reactions of other lawmakers. What’s in President Biden’s $106 billion foreign aid package? Now that the House of Representatives has a new Speaker, they are ready to start spending some money. Earlier this week, President Biden sent a foreign aid request to Congress for $106 billion. Taylor and Greg unpack what's included in this funding proposal and how the money will be used. US GDP grows at a 4.9% rate in the third quarter Although many feared that we would be going into a recession, the U.S. economy has grown 4.9% in the third quarter, showing significant expansion since the previous quarter. Bankrate Analyst Mark Hamrick joins the show to discuss what has led to this growth. KSL Investigates more than 100 names missing from sex offender registry The KSL Investigative team has a new story airing tonight, where they look into the names of more than 100 convicted sex offenders missing from the registry. KSL Investigative Reporter Daniella Rivera and Producer Keira Farrimond join the show to give a sneak peek of what to expect from their investigation. 2023 is Utah’s mildest wildfire season yet Wildfires are an issue we see a lot here in Utah. Fortunately, 2023 has been our mildest wildfire season in state history. State Fire Management Officer Brett Ostler joins the show to discuss what might have helped with this, as well as share some general tips on wildfire safety. Utah’s 2nd Congressional District debate In case you forgot, the special election for Utah’s 2nd Congressional District is not over yet. You may have voted in the primary, but we still have the general election on November 21. Right before our show, the qualified candidates participated in a debate. Derek Brown with the Utah Debate Commission (and a Host of KSL @ Night) joins the show to discuss how they determine who qualifies and what the highlights are for this debate. Is TikTok an effective campaign strategy? We all know TikTok is one of the most popular social media platforms that most people use for entertainment. But how do people feel about using it as a campaign strategy? Is it as effective as they hope? Greg and Taylor discuss.

Hosts: Taylor Morgan and Greg Skordas In case you forgot, the special election for Utah’s 2nd Congressional District is not over yet. You may have voted in the primary, but we still have the general election on November 21. Right before our show, the qualified candidates participated in a debate. Derek Brown with the Utah Debate Commission (and a Host of KSL @ Night) joins the show to discuss how they determine who qualifies and what the highlights are for this debate.

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US Senate Debate between incumbent Mike Lee and challenger Evan McMullin, hosted by the Utah Debate Commission.

Tonight's the night. The candidates in Utah's second congressional district are facing off in a debate at Southern Utah University. But there's a lot that goes into putting these debates together. Erik Nielsen from the Utah Debate Commission breaks down who's participating tonight, what's happening behind the scenes, and what we should be listening for. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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Hosts: Maura Carabello and Taylor Morgan We are just a month away from the midterms.This week the Utah Debate Commission will hold their first candidate debate for Congress. Maura and Taylor discuss the upcoming debates and what to look for.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Utah Debate Commission announced the candidates for this year's midterm elections and the schedule for the congressional debates. Executive Director of the Utah Debate Commission Erik Nielsen breaks down the polling, the candidates, and what to expect at the debates.  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Cox: Utah must embrace nuclear energy -- Utah Debate Commission schedule -- Lake Powell "dead pool" report

Barbara Ehardt is the Idaho legislator who passed the first legislation in the nation to protect women in sports. She was a college and youth basketball coach for many years and has significant experience in the area. She has since been working with many states around the nation who have been passing similar bills and she gives Kim and Carolyn an update on her work nationwide and the progress of the lawsuit filed immediately after the passage of her bill. In Utah, recently, two families filed lawsuits against the state for HB 11, Protecting Women in Sports. Kera Birkeland is the sponsor of HB 11 and talks to Kim and Carolyn about her background and the latest news.  Kim and Carolyn also discuss the Utah Debate Commission and their inappropriate social media content.

Highlights from the Utah 1st Congressional Debate, conducted by Utah Debate Commission. 

First Congressional District Republican Primary Candidate Debate, hosted by the Utah Debate Commission

Rod Arquette Show Daily Rundown – Monday, May 16, 20224:20 pm: Josh Blackman, author and assistant professor at the South Texas College of Law, joins Rod to discuss recent comments from Supreme Court Justice Clarence Thomas that trust within the court has been destroyed following the leak of the Roe v. Wade draft opinion4:38 pm: Megan Basham, Culture Reporter for The Daily Wire, joins the show for a conversation about her piece on the legend of the real Jane Roe5:05 pm: Carson Jorgenson, Chairman of the Utah Republican Party, joins Rod to discuss why the party is shunning the Utah Debate Commission in favor of holding its own debates prior to the primary election6:05 pm: Leor Sapir, an Adjunct Fellow at the Manhattan Institute, joins the program to discuss the results of a Princeton study of the effectiveness of “gender affirming therapy”6:20 pm: Brad Wilcox, a Sociology Professor at the University of Virginia joins Rod to discuss his piece in the Deseret News about what family policies should look like in post-Roe America6:38 pm: Naomi Schaefer Riley, a Resident Fellow at the American Enterprise Institute, joins the show to discuss her Deseret News piece remembering Midge Decter, who warned us about the dangers of progressivism

The Utah GOP encourages Republican candidates to withhold confirming their participation until the Utah GOP and the Debate Commission settle these questions."The Utah Republican Party is asking its members to withhold participating in the debates conducted by the Utah Debate Commission. Carson Jorgensen, Chairman of the Utah GOPWayne Neiderhauser, former Senate President for the State of Utah and Co-Chair of the Utah Debate Commission See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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The Utah Debate Commission is asking you to hold off voting until you see the two candidates for Utah Attorney General square off in a debate next week. The debate was set to happen 2 weeks ago. The question this morning: did AG Sean Reyes maneuver the debate delay until after mail-in ballots arrived at homes across Utah? Matt Gephardt joins to tell us more after his report--then, we talk to Reyes' opponent Greg Skordas. We've reached out to AG Reyes to join the show, but he'll instead by joining Lee Lonsberry later this afternoon. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Doug Wilks, Editor of the Deseret News, has given Inside Sources a peek Inside the Newsroom on several occasions, but today he gives us a look into the mindset of a debate moderator. Tonight Wilks will moderate the only 2020 Fourth Congressional District debate for the Utah Debate Commission. He joins Boyd to breakdown the issues most important for Utah district, the candidates, and our nation as a whole.  ‘Inside Sources with Boyd Matheson,’ Opinion Editor at Deseret News, takes you inside the latest political news and current events, providing higher ground for today's discussions. Listen live Monday through Thursday from 11 am to noon at 1160 AM and 102.7 FM, online at KSLNewsradio.com, or on the app. Listen on-demand as a podcast on your favorite platform or web browser. Follow us on Facebook and Instagram.  Want more Boyd? Don’t forget to listen to his Deseret News podcast ‘Therefore, What?,’ sign up for his weekly newsletter, and follow him on Twitter. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Utah Debate Commission said Friday it's still planning to go through with the vice presidential debate next week as scheduled -- despite positive COVID tests coming from the White House.  Lee talks to Scott Howell, co-chair of the Utah Debate Commission and a supporter of Joe Biden, to find out more.  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The gubernatorial debate hosted Tuesday by the Utah Debate Commission came at an interesting time, finishing just minutes before the first presidential debate between President Donald Trump and Joe Biden began. However, the two candidates were able to dive into their views on the state COVID-19 response, unemployment and the overall quality of life in Utah.

Karen Hale, Co-chair, Utah Debate Commission, breaks down how the Commission works to organize debates throughout the state. Also, the VP debate is coming up at the U. How will the entire state benefit from the debate?  See omnystudio.com/policies/listener for privacy information.

Republican candidates for Utah Attorney General debating ahead of the GOP primary later this month. Attendees include David Leavitt and Utah Attorney General Sean Reyes. The debate is sponsored by the Utah Debate Commission.

Managing Editor Bryan Schott and Contributing Editor Bob Bernick explain a week chock full of Utah political news.We broke the story that Gov. Gary Herbert tried to get Thomas Wright to drop out of the governor's race. Herbert confirmed our story on Thursday. Wright claims another campaign leaked the story in order to gain a political advantage. We look at what happened, what we still don't know, and how this could affect the race. The first televised debates take place next week. The Utah Debate Commission may have a problem on their hands with one of the moderators.Utah lawmakers are trying to find places to cut the budget. Utah has more than 100 deaths from COVID-19. Most Utahns say they're worried the state may lift restrictions too soon. 70 percent said they would likely stay at home for another month if public health officials asked them to.Donald Trump picks a fight with Twitter after they fact check him.If you have a question you'd like answered, you can send it to mailbag@utahpolicy.com.Let us know what you think about the show. Find out how to leave us a rating and review at RateThisPodcast.com.Follow our social media feeds on Twitter, Facebook and Instagram. You can listen everywhere you get your podcasts:iTunesSpotifyPodchaserIHeartRadioTuneInGoogleStitcher

Managing Editor Bryan Schott and Contributing Editor Bob Bernick give you their take on the latest Utah political headlines.We break down our new poll showing Spencer Cox is leading in the GOP race for governor.Utahns don't much approve of the way President Trump is handling the response to the coronavirus, but they do give good marks to state and local officials.The latest news from the campaign trail.Ben McAdams and Chris Stewart on the latest coronavirus relief package.President Trump is taking hydroxychloroquine to prevent Covid-19. The Trump children are competing to see who can be the most awful.Plus, why the Utah Debate Commission is doing the public a disservice.If you have a question you'd like answered, you can send it to mailbag@utahpolicy.com.Let us know what you think about the show. Find out how to leave us a rating and review at RateThisPodcast.com.Follow our social media feeds on Twitter, Facebook and Instagram. You can listen everywhere you get your podcasts:iTunesSpotifyPodchaserIHeartRadioTuneInGoogleStitcher

Guest Bio:Since 2008, Thomas Wright has been the president and principal broker of Summit Sotheby's International Realty. Since stepping in as the managing partner, the company has become the top brokerage in the Park City resort community and a leading brokerage in Utah. Summit Sotheby's International Realty's gross yearly sales volume has grown from a healthy $135 million in 2008 to $2 billion in 2018.To achieve this market position, Thomas has brought his relentless work ethic, creative thinking and vision, and an invaluable understanding of the real estate brokerage industry. While he demands a lot from his agents and employees, Thomas is very quick to credit the success of Summit Sotheby's International Realty to his incredibly talented team of approximately 200 sales associates in 13 offices statewide, incomparable administrative staff of about 50 talented individuals, and the support of the remarkable Sotheby's International Realty brand.Thomas also believes that a less obvious aspect of the company's success comes from their unique take on the definition of luxury. To quote Thomas, “It's not about a price point, it is about providing every client with an exceptional customer service experience”. The impressive success story of Summit Sotheby's International Realty has caught the attention of the Sotheby's International Realty network. As a result, Thomas has become a nationally-recognized speaker and advisor. His frequent topics include improving individual agent and brokerage profitability, sales associate recruiting, new development marketing, and brokerage management. These significant achievements and leadership responsibilities have not hindered Thomas from being of service to his clients. He continues to be a top-performing sales agent specializing in Salt Lake County.Born and raised in Utah, Thomas attended Quince Orchard High School in the greater Washington, D.C. area. After graduating, he spent two years in Eastern Europe. When he returned to the States, Thomas's overseas experience inspired him to learn more about Ukraine and Russia and its culture. He graduated from the University of Utah on a full-ride golf scholarship with dual Bachelor of Arts degrees in both Russian and Marketing. Through his experiences and education, Thomas has grown to appreciate cultural and perspective differences, confirming that good ideas and people come from all walks of life. This is a philosophy he extends to the communities and organizations he now serves, including each of the agents that represent Summit Sotheby's International Realty.A civically-minded person, Thomas is proud to have served in a number of different capacities with several key organizations in his community -- United Way of Utah and Dixie State University Board of Trustees. He currently sits on the Board of Trustees of the Utah Symphony/Utah Opera and was appointed in 2017 to the Utah State Board of Regents by Governor Gary Herbert. Thomas is the co-chairman of the Utah Debate Commission and has twice been elected to serve as volunteer chairman of the Utah Republican Party and the Salt Lake County Republican Party. He is currently a member of the Republican National Committee (RNC) where he was elected vice chair by his western region peers.With all of his responsibilities, Thomas considers the most important to be his family. He currently resides in Salt Lake City with his wife and their four children. His greatest joys are being the resident breakfast chef and attending the many dance recitals and sporting events his kids are a part of, never missing a Friday night football game where his daughters are cheering and dancing. Thomas also enjoys golfing, fishing, traveling the world with his family, and the more recent adventure of being the assistant golf coach at his son's high school.

Utah will host the Vice Presidential debate Oct. 7 at Kingsbury Hall, but it won’t be cheap. Officials representing the U. and the Utah Debate Commission asked members of the Utah Legislature’s Higher Education Appropriations Subcommittee for $1.5 million. Lee will explain why this money will be well spent. 

We could learn within the next 30 days whether Salt Lake City, and specifically the University of Utah, will be chosen to host a 2020 presidential debate. Thomas Wright with the Utah Debate Commission, who is also a member of the Republican National Committee, joins guest host Lee Lonsberry to talk about what happens next in politics ahead of the 2020 election. 

Tanya is a leader and a pioneer. As Vice President for Bonneville SLC, she is the first woman not only in her organization but the entire state of Utah to hold that position. Tanya has over 25 years of experience in media (TV, radio, digital and podcasts). She was an award-winning journalist for CBS and has led operations and acquisitions. She currently serves on the board of United Way of Salt Lake, the Utah Debate Commission and is a member of the Governor’s suicide prevention task force. Recently, she has been named to the NBC Affiliate Board. Tanya is doing a lot and continues to do what she wants. She has turned down opportunities that would be an amazing addition to any resume because they didn’t align with what she wants to do.    Tanya’s decisiveness is inspiring. It was one of the first things that struck me about her, and we discussed how instrumental it has been to her career and life. If it felt right or allowed her to learn something, she said yes. She believes in making decisions not sitting on the fence. If it isn’t the right decision, that’s okay. Adjust and correct course, but you will never grow and get clear about who you are if you don’t make a choice.

Rod Arquette Show Daily Rundown - Friday, March 22, 20194:20 pm: Thomas Wright of the Utah Debate Commission joins Rod to discuss the group’s push to get a 2020 Presidential debate in Salt Lake City.Is it worth spending $2.5 million of taxpayer money?Rod takes your calls at 888-570-80105:05 pm: Ben White of Politico joins the show to discuss how current trends in the U.S. economy point to President Trump winning the 2020 election in a landslide6:05 pm: Jean Twenge, author and professor in the Department of Psychology at San Diego State University, joins Rod to discuss why she says the mental health crisis among America’s youth is real and is showing sharp increases6:20 pm: Elizabeth Harrington, Senior Writer for the Washington Free Beacon, joins the show to discuss her piece about what she says is the real reason the media gets everything wrong about President Trump6:35 pm - Listen Back Friday: We’ll listen back to Rod’s conversations this week with Quinn Hillyer, a contributor to the Washington Examiner, on why he says President Trump should stop his attacks on the late John McCain, and (at 6:50 pm) with Siraj Hashmi of the Washington Examiner comparing New Zealand’s gun laws to those of the United States

Utah Lt. Governor, Spencer Cox, is joined today by his Chief of Staff, Kirsten Rappleye, and author, BYU political science professor and former dean, David Magleby, to talk about his thoughts on civility and public discourse. As well as, speaking against bullying-type behavior, specifically within debates. We talked about some of the discourse during the McAdams/Love race, the Utah Debate Commission, and the ways analytics and data have altered modern politics. We also dive into how small donors changed the basic concept of fundraising, specifically relating to former President Barack Obama's first campaign.

Scott Howell and Thomas Wright, co-chairs of the Utah Debate Commission will join me to talk about the debates, which are airing on Utah Public Radio, and the political climate in Utah and the nation as we head into the midterm elections, now less than three weeks away. Scott Howell is a former state senator and senate minority leader, and candidate for the U.S. Senate. Howell is CEO Howell Consulting Group and a retired IBM Executive. Thomas Wright is former chairman of the Utah Republican Party and current President & Principal Broker, Summit Sotheby's International Realty. Wright is one of eight chairpeople of the Republican National Committee.