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It’s Monday in America, time for The World’s Greatest Political Podcast: THE LEFT SHOW! This week, J.M. Bell, JC, and Tiffany talk about how the Republicans in the Utah House lie to kill kids, Liverpool, and Rangel wasn’t serving. Don’t get pregnant in these nine states, Trump’s pardons are cheating victims, and Joni Ernst sings […]

What prompted Utah House Speaker Mike Schultz to call on a Utah judge to resign ... . KSL's Daniel Woodruff breaks down the latest details on what a judge said during the sentencing of a man who was facing a list of criminal charges involving sexual exploitation of a minor. KSL legal Analyst, Greg Skordas shares his analysis.

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This week on Breaking Battlegrounds, we're joined by powerhouse voices from Utah's political leadership. Congressman Mike Kennedy—a practicing physician, licensed attorney, and business owner—discusses his recent visit to El Salvador's high-security prison, his legislation to strengthen Medicaid integrity, and efforts to crack down on repeat felons who reenter the U.S. illegally. Then, Marine Corps veteran and VetComm CEO Kate Monroe shares her plan to combat veteran homelessness through transitional basecamps and weighs in on President Trump's proposal to establish a national center for homeless vets. Finally, U.S. Senator John Curtis reflects on the importance of listening in his maiden Senate floor speech, highlights Utah's leadership in energy innovation, and discusses his bipartisan forest management bill. Plus, don't miss Kiley's Corner, where she dives into the wild story of international gamblers who bought 25 million lottery tickets and won $95 million in Texas. It's an episode you won't want to miss!www.breakingbattlegrounds.voteTwitter: www.twitter.com/Breaking_BattleFacebook: www.facebook.com/breakingbattlegroundsInstagram: www.instagram.com/breakingbattlegroundsLinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/company/breakingbattlegroundsTruth Social: https://truthsocial.com/@breakingbattlegroundsShow sponsors:Invest Yrefy - investyrefy.com4Freedom MobileExperience true freedom with 4Freedom Mobile, the exclusive provider offering nationwide coverage on all three major US networks (Verizon, AT&T, and T-Mobile) with just one SIM card. Our service not only connects you but also shields you from data collection by network operators, social media platforms, government agencies, and more.Use code ‘Battleground' to get your first month for $9 and save $10 a month every month after.Learn more at: 4FreedomMobile.comDot VoteWith a .VOTE website, you ensure your political campaign stands out among the competition while simplifying how you reach voters.Learn more at: dotvote.voteAbout our guest:Congressman Mike Kennedy, M.D., represents Utah's 3rd Congressional District in the U.S. House of Representatives. Elected in November 2024, he assumed office in January 2025. Kennedy brings a diverse professional background as a practicing family physician, licensed attorney, and experienced legislator.Kennedy has practiced as a family physician in Lindon, Utah, with Premier Family Medical Group. He has also volunteered at the Provo Volunteer Care Clinic, providing free medical care to uninsured Utah residents.Kennedy's political journey began in the Utah House of Representatives, where he served from 2013 to 2019. He then served in the Utah State Senate from 2021 to 2025. In 2018, he ran for the U.S. Senate, winning the Utah Republican Party's convention vote but losing the primary to Mitt Romney.In 2024, Kennedy won the Republican nomination for Utah's 3rd Congressional District and subsequently defeated his Democratic opponent in the general election. He was sworn into Congress in January 2025.In Congress, Kennedy serves on several key committees, including the Committee on Natural Resources, the Committee on Science, Space, and Technology, and the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure.-Kate Monroe was born in Northern California. After High School, she attended Corban University. She decided fairly quickly that she needed a bigger challenge. This need for a challenge led her to pursue going into the military.She made the tough choice to go into the Marine Corps. While serving her country she was injured many times and is a 90% disabled veteran. Kate says the “Marine Corps set her up for a successful life and career.”She says that when people speak with her especially in business, when she says she was a Marine, she can leverage that and it changes the minds of those that she deals with.The entrepreneurial spirit that Kate possesses she would say she got from her father. She has owned many businesses in various vertical market areas from lending, to sales coaching, her own car dealership, and real estate coaching.Kate Had a long tenure in the Automotive business. She climbed up to the GM level and had success in both sales management and the financial aspects of the auto industry. She then became a licensed realtor in the state of Ca, so that she could switch lanes and try her hand in Time Share sales.She was the Rookie of the year for the world for Wyndham. She was then the fastest promoted Director of Sales in the history of the company. She was a strong leader in that industry as well. She learned how to motivate, train and lead others in a high stress high volume sales environment.This year alone Kate is launching two major ventures. The first is to help veterans get the disability rating they deserve. She has a mission to get a million rated. Next is her Realtor Rehab coaching course and reality TV show set for production in June 2021.Bottomline, Kate is a fierce woman with a drive to help others succeed as she has! Her mission is to ensure that she can impart her success onto you. If you need a coach to take your idea or career to the next level, she is your best choice.-In the United States Senate, John R. Curtis proudly represents the citizens of Utah, embodying the pioneer values that shaped the state into an extraordinary place to live, work, and thrive.For Senator Curtis, results matter. Guided by America's founding principles, he tackles tough issues with innovative approaches, inviting all to the higher ground of common ground. He believes that big ideas, innovation, and consensus can drive transformational change. Senator Curtis is dedicated to crafting principle-centered policies and achieving real results for Utah and America. He leads critical conversations, convenes thoughtful leaders, fosters inclusive collaboration, develops sustainable solutions, and provides a vision of what is possible.During his seven years representing Utah's Third Congressional District, then-Representative Curtis passed 28 pieces of legislation into law. His accomplishments include better public land management, combating human trafficking, reducing burdensome regulations on small businesses, and more. He founded the Conservative Climate Caucus and was ranked by the nonpartisan Center for Effective Lawmaking as the 5th most effective Republican member of Congress. In 2023, his office earned recognition as the best in Congress for constituent accountability and accessibility.Senator Curtis has built an international reputation for advancing American energy solutions that unleash U.S. clean fuels, strengthen the economy, enhance national security, ensure energy independence, and reduce global emissions simultaneously. He believes America must not only achieve energy independence but lead as an energy-dominant nation. Beyond energy, the Senator prioritizes strategic policies addressing China, fiscal responsibility, and solutions for broken social programs.Before his time in Congress, Senator Curtis was a small business owner and a proven problem solver. He served as Mayor of Provo City for eight years, earning a 94% approval rating and being named the “Top Elected Official on Social Media” in 2015. His leadership was recognized with awards such as the Silicon Slopes Community Hero, UVU's Civic Innovator Award, and Utah Valley Magazine's Person of the Year.Senator Curtis has been married to his wife, Sue, for 42 years. Together, they have six children and 17 grandchildren. Their family motto, “In Unity There is Strength,” continues to guide how he serves, works, and lives. Get full access to Breaking Battlegrounds at breakingbattlegrounds.substack.com/subscribe

Hosts: Erin Rider and Marty Carpenter  This week, Utah House Speaker Mike Schultz was in Washington, D.C., where he met with officials from the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services and later with White House staff to talk about Utah’s state-level priorities. On Tuesday, Speaker Schultz also met with independent presidential candidate Robert F. Kennedy Jr. to discuss a new proposal to phase out artificial food dyes in the U.S. It’s part of a bigger national conversation about food safety, consumer transparency, and state leadership. Utah House Speaker Mike Schultz joins the show today to talk about that conversation—and how Utah is leading on some of the country’s toughest issues. 

Hosts: Erin Rider and Marty Carpenter  China contradicts Trumps negotiation claims  It seems like all we've been hearing about the past few weeks is related to tariffs. President Trump said earlier this week that the US is in negotiations with China to to come to an agreement... Commerce Ministry spokesperson He Yadong said today that any “claims about the progress of China-U.S. trade negotiations are groundless as trying to catch the wind and have no factual basis.” Erin and Marty break down what this contradiction means.    Trump expresses frustration over Russian missile strikes  Russian missiles struck Kyiv early this morning, killing at least eight and injuring dozens of other people. President Trump took to social media to express his frustration with Russia just hours after Trump lashed out at Ukraine President Volodymyr Zelensky. The relationships between the US and both sides of this conflict seem to be deteriorating... so what happens now? Can a cease-fire deal be reached? Erin and Marty look at the last few meetings between the US and Ukraine and Russia and discuss what could happen next.    ActBlue the target of Trump memo  President Donald Trump is expected to sign a presidential memorandum today to focus on stopping foreign contributions in American elections. Federal law prohibits any contributions, donations, expenditures or disbursements either directly or indirectly from foreign nationals and governments in any U.S. election, whether federal, state, or local. The order is expected to specifically target ActBlue, which republicans have long claimed could be exploited by foreign actors. Erin and Marty discuss how this memo is going to affect US elections and campaigns moving forward.    DNC gives Hogg ultimatum over democratic primaries  DNC Chair Ken Martin is expected to announce a proposal to change the party's rules to mandate all DNC officers stay neutral in all democratic primaries. Last week, DNC vice chair David Hogg pledged to spend millions of dollars funding challenges to "asleep-at-the-wheel" democrats in primaries. This division in the DNC has escalated to Hogg saying that he's willing to lose his vice chair position through this process. Erin and Marty break down the next steps the DNC needs to take to get everyone back on the same page.    Medicaid cuts in Utah  Medicaid is one of the biggest line items in both the state and federal budgets—and it’s also a lifeline for more than 400,000 Utahns. As Congress considers major changes to how Medicaid is funded, the stakes are high for hospitals, patients, and the communities they serve. Francis Gibson, President and CEO of the Utah Hospital Association, joins Erin and Marty to talk about what those changes could mean for Utah.    Utah’s national impact with new health initiatives  This week, Utah House Speaker Mike Schultz was in Washington, D.C., where he met with officials from the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services and later with White House staff to talk about Utah’s state-level priorities. On Tuesday, Speaker Schultz also met with independent presidential candidate Robert F. Kennedy Jr. to discuss a new proposal to phase out artificial food dyes in the U.S. It’s part of a bigger national conversation about food safety, consumer transparency, and state leadership. Utah House Speaker Mike Schultz joins the show today to talk about that conversation—and how Utah is leading on some of the country’s toughest issues.    Utah Fits All Scholarship lawsuit update  The Utah Fits All Scholarship program is one of the most talked-about education initiatives in the state—offering families public funds to customize their child’s education. Despite a recent court ruling questioning its constitutionality, the program is moving forward while the state appeals. Erin and Marty discuss what the next steps are for the lawsuit.    Home sales lowest March since 2009  Home sales fell to their lowest annual level for March since 2009. Sales of previously owned homes plunged 5.9 percent from February to an annualized rate of 4 million units (National Association of Realtors). Sales normally trend upwards in March as the spring buying season begins so this is extra concerning. Erin and Mary discuss some of the trends in the housing market and how it could affect Utah homeowners.   

French politician Marine Le Pen has been barred from running for public office after being convicted of embezzlement, despite other politicians who have been convicted of serious crimes not being barred. Glenn and Stu discuss the issue of judges making decisions for people. Why don't Americans utilize impeachment against rogue judges more often? Pat Gray joins Glenn and Stu to discuss how the far-left protesters going after Tesla are pushing them toward buying a Tesla. Glenn speaks out against the idea of President Trump gaining a third term. Glenn further breaks down the contradictory mindset of leftists going after Tesla. A bill to make gold and silver an alternative to the dollar passed unanimously in the Utah House and quickly passed the Utah Senate but was vetoed by the governor. BlazeTV host of "Economic War Room" Kevin Freeman joins to discuss why the bill is so popular and why every state should pass a similar bill. Newsweek senior editor Josh Hammer joins to discuss the ongoing conflict in Israel and why the entire world appears to be against Israel. Glenn and Stu argue why NPR and PBS should not be federally funded.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

House Speaker Mike Schultz on increased disagreements between Utah House and Senate -- Utah AG charges 11 defendants in signature gathering case  

Hosts: Leah Murray & Erin Rider On the Hill 2025: The legislative session wraps up today 45 days, 104 legislative lawmakers, and nearly 1-thousand bills and resolutions -- Utah’s 2025 Legislative General Session ends today. We’ve been covering the session since before it even began, discussing bill after bill with State Representatives and State Senators. Bills that, if passed and signed by the Governor, will affect the people of Utah. We begin our special “Eye on the Hill” edition of Inside Sources with some analysis from our hosts.  On the Hill 2025: Drama over a bill dealing with office space in the Capitol One thing that popped up overnight – just as the session is winding down – was a substitution to SB143: Legislative Activities Amendments. An addition to the bill outlined a change in space – the State Auditor’s office would be moved out of the Capitol and into a different building on Capitol Hill. There’s been a lot of confusion about it, so we speak with bill sponsor State Senator Mike McKell to get his take. Then, we chat with State Auditor Tina Cannon to hear her perspective on the bill that could remove her office from the Capitol building.  On the Hill 2025: How did House Democrats do this legislative session? Sustainability, health and wellbeing, education, and good governance. The Utah House Democrats set out to address issues with compassion, courage, and equity for all during the legislative session. How’d they do? House Minority Leader Representative Angela Romero joins the show for a review of the past 45 days and how she feels about the direction of Utah’s future.  On the Hill 2025: Senate Democrats share their thoughts on the session When we spoke with Senate Minority Leader Luz Escamilla on Day 1 of the legislative session, she spoke about going “back to basics.” Now, on the final day of the session, did Senate Democrats succeed in going back to basics? Senator Escamilla joins us again to discuss the wins and losses her caucus saw during this session.  On the Hill 2025: Analyzing the performance of Senate Republicans during the session Inside Sources hosts Leah Murray and Erin Rider compare some of the biggest bills Senate Republicans ran during the session to the priorities the caucus put forth at the very beginning. They also share their thoughts on some of the other bills we’ve covered this session.  On the Hill 2025: House Republicans walk away from the session feeling successful Republicans in the Utah House of Representatives set out to tackle topics like energy, housing, education, and more. Due to their majority, they saw more successes this legislative session, but it wasn’t all roses all the time. House Majority Leader Representative Jefferson Moss joins Inside Sources to discuss the next steps his caucus will take moving out of this session.  On the Hill 2025: Final thoughts on the legislative session With just a few hours left in the legislative general session, it’s time to wrap things up. Holly Richardson, Deseret News columnist and Editor of Utah Policy joins hosts Leah Murray and Erin Rider for a final lookback at everything that happened during the last 45 days. 

Hosts: Leah Murray & Erin Rider  Republicans in the Utah House of Representatives set out to tackle topics like energy, housing, education, and more. Due to their majority, they saw more successes this legislative session, but it wasn’t all roses all the time. House Majority Leader Representative Jefferson Moss joins Inside Sources to discuss the next steps his caucus will take moving out of this session. 

fWotD Episode 2857: Beverly White Welcome to Featured Wiki of the Day, your daily dose of knowledge from Wikipedia’s finest articles.The featured article for Saturday, 1 March 2025 is Beverly White.Beverly Jean White (née Larson; September 2, 1928 – May 24, 2021) was an American politician who served in the Utah House of Representatives for the 57th, 64th, or 21st districts from 1971 to 1991, as a member of the Democratic Party. The longest-serving consecutive female member of the Utah State Legislature as of her death, White held multiple positions in the Democratic Party at the local, state, and national levels and attended many state and national conventions.Born in Salt Lake City and raised in Tooele, Utah, White was educated at Tooele High School. She entered politics with her involvement in the Tooele County Democratic Ladies Club and later became active in the Tooele County Democratic Party. White served as vice-chair of the Tooele County Democratic Party, secretary of the Utah Democratic Party for sixteen years, and on the Rules Committee of the Democratic National Committee. She was a delegate to multiple state conventions of the Utah Democratic Party and was a delegate to every Democratic National Convention from 1964 to 2004, with the exception of 1976 when she was an alternate delegate.Governor Cal Rampton appointed White to the Utah Board of Pardons in 1965, her first public office. She was on the board until 1971, when she was appointed to fill a vacancy in the state house created by Representative F. Chileon Halladay's death. During her tenure in the state house she served as assistant whip while in the majority and minority and was at times the only female chair of a committee. She failed to be reelected in 1990 to Republican nominee Merrill Nelson. White also served on a hospital board, wrote a book about female legislators, and aided in the creation of a satellite campus for Utah State University.This recording reflects the Wikipedia text as of 00:48 UTC on Saturday, 1 March 2025.For the full current version of the article, see Beverly White on Wikipedia.This podcast uses content from Wikipedia under the Creative Commons Attribution-ShareAlike License.Visit our archives at wikioftheday.com and subscribe to stay updated on new episodes.Follow us on Mastodon at @wikioftheday@masto.ai.Also check out Curmudgeon's Corner, a current events podcast.Until next time, I'm standard Joanna.

Hosts: Erin Rider and Andy Cupp  A top priority for the Majority in the Utah House of Representatives this legislative session has been addressing concerns on elections. Earlier in the session, we spoke with State Representative Jefferson Burton about some of those bills. Now, we’re seeing some major updates to House Bill 300, which addresses vote-by-mail. Representative Burton joins the show again to answer questions from host Erin Rider and Inside Sources Executive Producer Andy Cupp. 

Hosts: Erin Rider and Taylor Morgan  Analysis of Pres. Trump’s first Cabinet meeting  While not a Senate-confirmed member of the Cabinet, Elon Musk dominated much of today's first Cabinet meeting in President Trump's second term. Some people were expecting a rather awkward meeting between Musk and the secretaries after a few of them pushed back on Musk's recent efforts to cut waste in their departments. Inside Sources has analysis of the topics covered and the direction Pres. Trump is taking his Cabinet.    On the Hill 2025: Legislature’s bill addressing elections laws released  A top priority for the Majority in the Utah House of Representatives this legislative session has been addressing concerns on elections. Earlier in the session, we spoke with State Representative Jefferson Burton about some of those bills. Now, we’re seeing some major updates to House Bill 300, which addresses vote-by-mail. Representative Burton joins the show again to answer questions from host Erin Rider and Inside Sources Executive Producer Andy Cupp.    On the Hill 2025: Funding Salt Lake City’s Downtown Revitalization project  Downtown Salt Lake City is going to see some major changes in the next few years as the Delta Center and surrounding areas undergo a massive transformation. But one question with all of this has been the future of the Salt Palace Convention Center... and who’s going to pay for it. The Inside Sources hosts discuss a Senate bill that addresses these questions.    On the Hill 2025: Restrictions on investors buying single-family homes  Housing availability and housing affordability -- we don't mean to sound like a broken record, but these are important issues to Utahns. And it's going to take a range of solutions to fix the issue. State Representative Gay Lynn Bennion is offering a proposal that would restrict investors from buying single-family homes, giving regular people a better opportunity to own a home. She joins the show to share more.    On the Hill 2025: Increasing housing density around transit lines, stations  In places like the Salt Lake and Utah Valleys, we’re eventually going to run up against the mountains or the lakes... running out of room to continue spreading out. This means we might need to focus on building upwards instead. And according to State Senator Wayne Harper, a great place to do that would be around transit lines and stops. He joins the program to explain the specifics of his bill.    The White House will decide which news outlets cover the Trump Administration  From the beginning of his second term in office, President Trump has said he would change how the administration is covered by the media. One of his biggest points was to open access to new media outlets. Yesterday, the administration made a pretty big change that goes against roughly 70 years of precedent. KSL NewsRadio News Director Becky Bruce joins to walk the hosts through some of the concerns being shared by journalists.    On the Hill 2025: Bills on judicial standing and appeals  Several bills in this legislative session address the role of the judiciary. A few of these bills address who can bring lawsuits before the courts and what the courts can do with things like appeals. A few weeks ago, we spoke about Senate Bills 203 and 204 -- both sponsored by State Senator Brady Brammer. Today, he joins Erin and Taylor for a discussion on the pair of bills.    Pres. Trump proposes penalties for migrants who don’t register with the government  Fines or prison time could be coming for migrants who are here illegally and don't register with a new database meant to track "aliens in this country illegally." It’s part of President Trump’s efforts to crack down on illegal immigration. The Inside Sources hosts finish the show discussing this registry and potential far-reaching effects.   

A proposal that would require mandatory firearm training in Utah public schools has made it through a Utah House committee. Holly Richardson, Editor with Utah Policy joins the show to break down the proposal.

Latest Utah Avalanche Center forecast (3:12), Netflix buys Sundance drama '‘Train Dreams,'' Park City Community Foundation's Eyee Hsu discusses how the Sundance Film Festival brings communities together and how it reflects the town's values, NAC Chief Programming and Education Officer Tracy Meier discusses the 37th Annual Huntsman Cup, making history as the first U.S. race to include skiers with intellectual disabilities, Utah House bill may help Summit County crack down on unlicensed Airbnbs, these Utah lawmakers, including some Republicans, defended liberal arts during a debate over higher ed cuts, Ron Jackenthal with Live Like Sam Foundation talks about the Thrive program, and KPCW's Sarah Ervin and John Burdick announce The Community Campfire, a new Friday show debuting next week.

Hosts: Rusty Cannon and Leah Murray  Passing yesterday in the Utah House, HB267 is now headed to the State Senate. The bill would make changes to how Utah’s public labor unions interact with public agencies in the states, especially around collective bargaining. State Representative Jordan Teuscher is running the bill and joins Inside Sources to explain some of the nuances of the bill and clear up some misconceptions about it.   

Hosts: Rusty Cannon and Leah Murray  HB267, Public Sector Labor Union Amendments did pass in the Utah House, but it had bipartisan opposition; 19 Republicans joined all the Democrats in voting against the bill. Why? Is this a sign of potential troubles in the Senate? House Minority Leader Angela Romero joins Inside Sources to explain why she – and House Democrats – stand against this bill and what it’s trying to do.   

Hosts: Rusty Cannon and Leah Murray  Trump administration hitting ‘pause’ on several federal grants, loans Congressional Democrats are furious today, after the Trump administration ordered federal agencies to block disbursements of several kinds of grants and loans. President Trump's executive orders say agencies must root out "Marxist equity, transgenderism, and green new deal social engineering policies." Inside Sources begins with a discussion and clarification on what’s covered by this pause.  DOJ fires lawyers who previously prosecuted now-President Trump Trust -- it's an important thing in any relationship, especially the relationship between lawyers. And it's a big reason why Department of Justice officials fired several lawyers who had previously prosecuted the now-President Donald Trump; they said the president could not trust them. Inside Sources digs into the relationship between the DOJ and the presidency.  On the Hill 2025: Perspective ‘For’ HB267, banning public unions from collective bargaining Passing yesterday in the Utah House, HB267 is now headed to the State Senate. The bill would make changes to how Utah’s public labor unions interact with public agencies in the states, especially around collective bargaining. State Representative Jordan Teuscher is running the bill and joins Inside Sources to explain some of the nuances of the bill and clear up some misconceptions about it.  On the Hill 2025: Perspective 'Against’ HB267, banning public unions from collective bargaining HB267, Public Sector Labor Union Amendments did pass in the Utah House, but it had bipartisan opposition; 19 Republicans joined all the Democrats in voting against the bill. Why? Is this a sign of potential troubles in the Senate? House Minority Leader Angela Romero joins Inside Sources to explain why she – and House Democrats – stand against this bill and what it’s trying to do.  A Utahn’s perspective on the House GOP issues conference House Republicans have been meeting in Florida for a multi-day retreat to discuss priorities and issues for the next year. President Trump joined them all yesterday, outlining a few key things he wants the House to focus on. Utah Congresswoman Celeste Maloy is there at the issues conference and calls into Inside Sources to share some insights into what's happening.  Sen. Warren joins Trump, Musk in saying there’s wasteful government spending Here's something you may not have had on your 2025 political bingo card: Senator Elizabeth Warren being on the same side of an issue with President Trump and Elon Musk. But it's happened! In a new op-ed for Fox News, Democratic Senator Warren says she agrees with Trump and Musk that there's too much wasteful government spending. The Inside Sources hosts explain how the devil is truly in the details.  On the Hill 2025: Legislation addressing higher education Several Republican lawmakers are joining their Democratic colleagues, coming out against budget cuts for Utah's public colleges and universities. They say they're worried the cuts will result in the discontinuation of liberal arts programs more than other programs. Inside Sources discusses their opinions while also chatting with State Representative Karen Peterson about other higher education-related bills she’s working on. 

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Bill to end Daylight Savings Time passes Utah House committee -- Utah Senate debates student housing and transgender students

House Speaker Mike Schultz tells KSL and Deseret News that his top priority for the legislative session -- which begins on Tuesday -- is education. Dave and Maura walk through the details to be focused on with education this session. House Speaker Mike Shultz joins the show live to discuss what he wants to see done with k-12 and higher education.

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Hosts: Erin Rider and Taylor Morgan  On the Hill 2025: Utah House Majority outlines top priorities for Legislative General Session  Education, safe communities, energy, elections – all top priorities for the Utah House Majority in the upcoming 2025 Legislative General Session. Today, Republican leadership in the State House outlined several issues they’ll focus on in the 45-day session that begins next week. We hear a press conference on the issues; Inside Sources hosts Erin Rider and Taylor Morgan share their thoughts and compare the House priorities to the Senate priorities shared last week.    Speaker Johnson's Congressional priorities  Now to the national stage – what are the top priorities in the United States House of Representatives? House Speaker Mike Johnson has been walking on a tightrope within the Republican Conference since he took the speakership, and that challenges continues with the new Congress. It appears that whatever Speaker Johnson does, someone in the Republican Conference is going to be upset.     SCOTUS rejects Utah’s lawsuit over public land management  The United States Supreme Court has rejected Utah’s lawsuit against the federal government over the management of unappropriated public lands. KSL Legal Analyst and Inside Sources co-host Greg Skordas gives us legal analysis on the lawsuit, including potential next steps for the state. Today’s hosts then share their thoughts on whether the accompanying public relations campaign is worth it or not.    Pres.-elect Trump’s cabinet nominees face Senate confirmation this week  Senate confirmation hearings for President-elect Donald Trump’s cabinet nominees kick off this week. The first day of hearings include Secretary of Defense nomination Pete Hegseth. Following the withdrawal of Matt Gaetz as Attorney General, Hegseth’s nomination is the most controversial. Are we likely to see any big hiccups in the confirmation process for him or anyone else?     Meta pushes artificial intelligence accounts while ending fact-checking programs  Last week, Meta announced its decision to end its so-called ‘fact-checking’ program. At the same time, Meta is growing its artificial intelligence offerings in the hopes that it’ll appeal to younger users. So it begs the question: what’s the appropriate balance in order to maintain safety and dissuade misinformation? The Inside Sources hosts go in-depth with their thoughts.     

Hosts: Erin Rider and Taylor Morgan  Education, safe communities, energy, elections – all top priorities for the Utah House Majority in the upcoming 2025 Legislative General Session. Today, Republican leadership in the State House outlined several issues they’ll focus on in the 45-day session that begins next week. We hear a press conference on the issues; Inside Sources hosts Erin Rider and Taylor Morgan share their thoughts and compare the House priorities to the Senate priorities shared last week. 

This week, Audrey interviews Marsha Judkins. Marsha is a Republican who has served for more than six years in the Utah House of Representatives. The two discuss why she first decided to run for office and why she thinks it's important for other women to throw their hats into the ring.  Nominate a woman to run for office here: https://projectelectwomen.org/recruit/ Learn more about Project Elect here: https://projectelectwomen.org  

Hosts: Greg Skordas & Adam Gardiner   Utah House District 10 has been the only Democratic seat outside of Salt Lake County for several years. But now, it looks like Republicans will flip the seat in Weber County. Democrat incumbent candidate for Utah House 10 Rosemary Lesser joins the program to talk about her campaign and what she thinks changed in this particular race. 

Hosts: Greg Skordas & Adam Gardiner President Biden, President-elect Trump meet as transition begins President Biden hosted President-elect Trump today at the White House. Both leaders say they are committed to a peaceful transfer of power, and Biden has committed to giving Trump’s team the resources they need to hit the ground running in January. Inside Sources begins discussing this tradition and its importance for the future of the country.  Senate majority leaders selected Senator John Thune of South Dakota has won the Senate leadership race and will take over for Senator Mitch McConnell in the new year. Thune beat out Senators John Cornyn and Rick Scott. The hosts discuss the lead up to the vote and how outside influencers were supposedly trying to promote Scott to win the position.  Trump nominates Rep. Matt Gaetz for Attorney General; announces more cabinet picks Writing on Truth Social this afternoon, President-elect Donald Trump is nominating Florida Congressman Matt Gaetz to be the next Attorney General. The announcement surprised many people, including Inside Sources hosts Adam Gardiner and Greg Skordas. They share their thoughts on Gaetz’s nomination, as well as on nominations for national intelligence, Defense, and Government Efficiency.  Special counsel Jack Smith to wind down investigations into Trump; will resign What does President-elect Trump’s win mean for the multiple investigations against him? The Department of Justice has a policy to not charge sitting presidents, so they’re winding down their investigations. Special counsel Jack Smith is also ending his cases and plans to resign. We dig into the politics of the DOJ.  Democrats poised to lose Utah House District 10 Utah House District 10 has been the only Democratic seat outside of Salt Lake County for several years. But now, it looks like Republicans will flip the seat in Weber County. Democrat incumbent candidate for Utah House 10 Rosemary Lesser joins the program to talk about her campaign and what she thinks changed in this particular race.  TikTok’s motion to dismiss lawsuit denied by Utah court A judge has denied TikTok’s request to dismiss a lawsuit against them by the State of Utah, meaning the legal case will move forward to trial. Our KSL Legal Analyst Greg Skordas breaks down the judge’s order and explains what the next steps will be in the state’s fight against the social media company.  Utah only ranks #2 in list of most charitable states... not #1 We here in Utah like to pride ourselves (maybe that’s not right to say...) on being incredibly charitable; we care about taking care of people. But a new study shows that Utah is not the most charitable state in the nation – we’re #2. What state is #1, and how do our Utah-based hosts feel about it? Listen to find out! 

Hosts: Taylor Morgan and Rusty Cannon Utah House District 10 has been the only Democratic seat outside of Salt Lake County for several years. But now, it looks like Republicans will flip the seat in Weber County. Republican candidate for Utah House 10 Jill Koford joins the program to talk about her campaign and top priorities if she officially wins the seat. 

Hosts: Taylor Morgan and Rusty Cannon  President-elect Trump announces more picks for his team President-elect Donald Trump is getting right to work, announcing more choices for his cabinet and transition team. We begin Inside Sources discussing the choice of Marco Rubio for Secretary of State, Kristi Noem for Homeland Security, and Mike Waltz as a national security advisor.  Economic effects post-election In the week since the election, the economy has already seen large shifts. The return of President-elect Trump to the White House has sparked a stock market rally, though financial experts warn that Mr. Trump’s proposed tariffs could spell rough weather in 2025. Inside Sources hosts Taylor Morgan and Rusty Cannon dig into the numbers.  How Trump’s victory could affect the future of the GOP Donald Trump’s return to power signifies changes within the Republican Party, and a potential growing shift between populists and conservatives. While party platforms certainly change over time, could Trump’s more diverse views lead to further rifts in the GOP? Listen to find out what the Inside Sources think.  Republicans poised to keep control over the House Several news and media organizations are predicting that Republicans will maintain control of the United States House of Representatives. This would give the Republican Party a trifecta of control. So, what’ll be the first agenda items they tackle? Inside Sources discusses the possibilities.  Salt Lake County prepares for potential failure of public safety bond While ballots in Salt Lake County are still being counted, it’s looking more and more like the $507 million public safety bond will fail. Taylor Morgan and Rusty Cannon examine possible reasons why voters decided to not support the bond. Did it come down to messaging or total cost?   Republicans look to flip Utah House District 10 Utah House District 10 has been the only Democratic seat outside of Salt Lake County for several years. But now, it looks like Republicans will flip the seat in Weber County. Republican candidate for Utah House 10 Jill Koford joins the program to talk about her campaign and top priorities if she officially wins the seat.  Senator-elect John Curtis discusses future Senate leadership Senator-elect John Curtis has served Utah as a Congressman for several years, but now he’s heading to the Senate. What’s up first on his agenda? He joins the program to discuss his next steps. He also talks about the battle for leadership in the Senate.  Congressman Blake Moore talks about leadership in the U.S. House Congressman Blake Moore (UT-1) quickly rose in the ranks in Congressional leadership, becoming Conference Vice Chair and earning a seat on the House Ways and Means Committee. As President-elect Trump taps folks to fill his leadership positions, it’s opening some House leadership positions. Congressman Moore joins the show to discuss the potential leadership shakeup.  

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Election crystal ball or magic 8-ball? Join political gurus Wendy Danley Davis and Louis Perron as they unravel "The Pollsters' Dilemma" in the era of Trump on this episode of "At the Corner of Main St and Wall St." Can we still trust polls to predict election outcomes? Or are we better off consulting tea leaves? This podcast that will challenge everything you thought you knew about political forecasting. Get ready to dive into: • The art (or science?) of reading political tea leaves • Why your neighbor's lawn signs might be more accurate than national polls • The secret algorithm: (Likes + Retweets) ÷ Polling Data = Election Results? Don't miss this chance to peek behind the curtain of political predictions. Your vote counts, but does your opinion poll? Find out soon! This episode will:  - Question the reliability of traditional polling methods in the face of a deeply divided electorate. - Investigate the phenomenon of the "hidden Trump voter" and whether polls are underestimating his support. - Discuss the importance of voter turnout and how it can defy polling predictions. - Consider the need for new approaches to understanding voter behavior, going beyond quantitative data to incorporate qualitative insights. - Explore the clear dichotomy between kitchen table issues and moral outrage, reflecting the unprecedented polarized political landscape. Join us as we explore the pollsters' dilemma in this era of political polarization and volatility. Listen as we explore why polling has become more challenging, from the rise of 'hidden' Trump voters to the impact of social media echo chambers.  About our guests: Wendy Davis, PhD is a former candidate for the Utah House of Representatives. She holds a PhD in Political Science from the University of Utah where her research interests included education policy, political socialization, state and local government, and political participation. She is the Chief Experience Officer for Agile Cloud Consulting and author of “The Fight You Don't See.” Louis Perron, PhD is a political scientist, consultant, and TEDx speaker based in Switzerland. His track record includes winning dozens of election campaigns worldwide—from big city mayors to presidents. He speaks fluent English, German, and French, is a frequent commentator on election campaigns in the news, and has been teaching political marketing for more than a decade. Author of “Beat the Incumbent, Proven Strategies and Tactics to Win Elections.”

In this episode Judith Germain speaks to Wendy Davis, author of "The Fight You Don't See", discussing her book and political experiences. Wendy shares that she lives in the Salt Lake City, Utah area but is originally from the Midwest. She has a day job as a chief experience officer for a technology company, but also has a PhD in political science and previously ran for political office in 2020. Wendy is a stepmom to four adult children and a grandma to 10 grandchildren. Key Takeaways Wendy's book offers a first-hand narrative of local political campaigning, exposing often unseen challenges and power structures The conversation highlighted cultural differences between US and UK political/media landscapes and labour protections Both participants expressed concerns about modern information consumption habits and their impact on political discourse In this conversation Wendy and Judith discussed how American politics has become increasingly personal in recent years, with candidates and their families facing personal attacks rather than just debates on the issues. Wendy shared her experience of running for office and receiving comments about her appearance and intelligence. They contrasted this with the more issue-focused political discourse in the UK. Wendy explained the inspiration and themes behind her book "The Fight You Don't See", which chronicles her political campaign. The title refers to the many unseen battles and challenges that political candidates face, from personal attacks to internal party conflicts. Wendy hopes the book will expose these power structures and encourage more people to run for office. Wendy Davis holds a PhD in Political Science from the University of Utah where her research interests included education policy, state and local government, and political participation. Wendy is a former candidate for the Utah House of Representatives, and after losing her race by 78 votes. She wrote a book about her journey to the ballot and her experience as a candidate. Her book provides an insider perspective on local politics. You can find out more about our guest and today's episode in this Maverick Paradox Magazine article here. --- Maverick leadership is all about thinking outside the box and challenging the status quo. It's about having the courage to take risks and the confidence to lead in a way that is authentic and genuine. But amplifying your influence as a leader isn't just about having a strong vision or a big personality. It's also about having the right leadership capability and being able to execute on your ideas and plans. The consequences of not having the right level of influence as a leader can be significant. Without the ability to inspire and motivate others, you may struggle to achieve your goals and make a real impact. How Influential Are you? Take the scorecard at amplifyyourinfluence.scoreapp.com and see.  Catalysing Transformation - 1 min video Judith's book: The Maverick Paradox: The Secret Power Behind Successful Leaders.  Judith's websites:  Judith Germain (mentoring, Speaker, author) - judithgermain.com The Maverick Paradox Magazine - themaverickparadox.com The Maverick Paradox Website - maverickparadox.co.uk Judith's LinkedIn profile is here, her Twitter profile (MaverickMastery) is here, Facebook here and Instagram here.  

Send us a textIn the latest episode of the Lead with Levity podcast, hosted by Dr. Heather Walker, listeners are invited to delve deep into the struggles and triumphs that often remain hidden in both political and professional arenas. This engaging conversation features Dr. Wendy Davis, a former candidate for the Utah House of Representatives, author of "The Fight You Don't See," and Chief Experience Officer for Agile Cloud Consulting.Embracing Challenges on the Campaign TrailDr. Davis shares her firsthand experience of running for office in Utah, shedding light on the arduous, often unseen aspects of the political landscape. From the thrill of connecting with voters to the stress of scrutiny from donors and internal conflicts, she provides a raw look at what it's like behind the scenes. Her journey highlights the significant mental, emotional, and physical toll that campaigning can take, emphasizing the importance of having mental health support along the way.Lessons from the Book: "The Fight You Don't See"Dr. Davis's book, "The Fight You Don't See," captures her candid experiences. She wrote it to fill the gap in firsthand narratives by candidates, aiming to demystify the political process and encourage others to pursue their passion for public service despite inevitable challenges. She hopes that readers understand politics as both complex and rewarding and that perseverance in the face of defeat can be the most significant growth opportunity.Workplace Challenges: The Silent StrugglesTransitioning to workplace dynamics, Dr. Davis discusses similar hidden battles that professionals face in their careers. She emphasizes the importance of career path planning, pay equity, and emotional intelligence. The workplace, much like political arenas, is rife with invisible power structures and challenges that can impede progress if not addressed openly.The Importance of Emotional IntelligenceReflecting on her earlier career, Dr. Davis underscores the need for emotional intelligence and self-awareness, recounting her experiences as a young consultant. Her insight into the necessity of checking one's ego and fostering a collaborative environment serves as a crucial reminder of how personal growth and team success are interconnected.The Fight for Pay EquityOne significant yet often overlooked struggle Dr. Davis advocates for is pay equity. She passionately discusses the disparities in salaries, particularly between men and women, and how these reflect broader systemic issues in both workplace and societal structures.Finding Joy Amidst the ChaosDespite the challenges, Dr. Davis finds solace in nature, family, and simple joys like hiking and playing in the park with her grandchildren. These moments of levity and connection remind us of the importance of balancing ambition with personal well-being.Dr. Wendy Davis's conversation with Dr. Heather Walker offers insightful perspectives on handling life's myriad challenges with grit and grace. Whether in politics or at work, it's the unseen battles that shape who we are and push us toward growth and understanding. Let her story inspire you to face your hidden fights with courage and an open heart.Support the showDid you have any lightbulb moments while listening? Share it with us on Instagram @leadwithlevity or visit our website leadwithlevity.com so we can talk about it!

We discuss what it takes for citizens to take action and run for elected office. Wendy ran as a Democrat in Utah because she wanted to give voters a viable, different choice. She knew it was going to be difficult to win as a first time candidate, but she ran so hard that she left a body mark in the wall. She lost by a mere 78 votes.   Her civic action toolkit recommendations are:  1. Vote and encourage other people to vote 2. Work or volunteer for a candidate during an election year   Wendy Davis is a former candidate for Utah House of Representatives and the author of The Fight You Don't See – an honest memoir about her campaign.  Follow Wendy on X:  https://x.com/wendydavisutah    Follow Mila on X:  https://x.com/milaatmos    Follow Future Hindsight on Instagram:  https://www.instagram.com/futurehindsightpod/   Sponsor:  Thanks to Shopify for supporting Future Hindsight! Sign up for a $1/month trial at shopify.com/hopeful.   Love Future Hindsight? Take our Listener Survey!  http://survey.podtrac.com/start-survey.aspx?pubid=6tI0Zi1e78vq&ver=standard    Take the Democracy Group's Listener Survey! https://www.democracygroup.org/survey   Want to support the show and get it early?  https://patreon.com/futurehindsight    Check out the Future Hindsight website!  www.futurehindsight.com   Read the transcript here:   https://www.futurehindsight.com/episodes/what-is-it-like-to-run-for-office-wendy-davis  Credits:  Host: Mila Atmos  Guests: Wendy Davis Executive Producer: Mila Atmos Producer: Zack Travis

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Over the weekend, President Joe Biden officially dropped out of the race for reelection and endorsed his running mate, Vice President Kamala Harris. D2 is joined by local lawmakers about the impact of this announcement for Utahns, hearing from Rep. Brian King, Democratic candidate for Utah Governor and Speaker of the Utah House of Representatives Mike Shultz. What are Harris' chances taking on former President Donald Trump? KSL at Night Hosts Leah Murray and Adam Gardiner talk about what Americans think of Kamala Harris and her chances of winning the race. Finally, Andy Field, ABC News Correspondent in Washington, discusses what the rest of the campaign season looks like ahead of the election in November.

The American dream is seldom smooth especially for immigrant families...but this makes the victory even sweeter. Doug Fiefia is the child of Tongan immigrants.  His first home was shared with four other familes.  His parents worked tirelessy to give their children the blessings they missed in Tonga.  The hours were long, but Doug's parents knew their vision of America was possible for their family. Doug Fiefia is running for Utah House of Representatives District 48.  He gives the credit to God and his family.  Doug's parents never saw themselves as victims.  They instilled in their children the work ethic to become anything...to achieve their desires in America. Doug has a fire within him, one he is compelled to share about America, and her stalwart mission for the world.   Close to his Tongan heritage and proud of his American roots, Doug fights to keep the importance of the nuclear family front and center. His Tongan exuberance and love of America's freedoms and liberties will have you engaged as Doug shares his American dream. https://dougfiefia.com/ https://www.facebook.com/douglas.fiefia/ https://www.instagram.com/dougkfiefia/  

Remember Paul Harvey's "The Rest of the Story" on radio? Mike Rowe does, and he's back with a brand new movie, Something To Stand For, which tells little-known patriotic stories about some of the great heroes of American history. He joins Charlie to talk about the film's creation. Then, Charlie talks to Utah House candidate Colby Jenkins, who is trying to make his state's Congressional delegation more MAGA. Charlie also talks about America's rural counties, and how more aggressive GOTV efforts there is needed to match the turnout machine of Democrat cities. Buy my new book at https://www.amazon.com/Right-Wing-Revolution-Beat-Woke/dp/1735503797!   Become a member at members.charliekirk.com!Support the show: http://www.charliekirk.com/supportSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Remember Paul Harvey's "The Rest of the Story" on radio? Mike Rowe does, and he's back with a brand new movie, Something To Stand For, which tells little-known patriotic stories about some of the great heroes of American history. He joins Charlie to talk about the film's creation. Then, Charlie talks to Utah House candidate Colby Jenkins, who is trying to make his state's Congressional delegation more MAGA. Charlie also talks about America's rural counties, and how more aggressive GOTV efforts there is needed to match the turnout machine of Democrat cities. Buy my new book at https://www.amazon.com/Right-Wing-Revolution-Beat-Woke/dp/1735503797!   Become a member at members.charliekirk.com!Support the show: http://www.charliekirk.com/supportSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Hosts: Greg Skordas and Adam Gardiner Utah Congressman Burgess Owens has introduced legislation to rename the post office in Santaquin after fallen Santaquin Police Sergeant Bill Hooser. The other three members of the Utah House delegation are in support as well. KSL at Night hosts Adam Gardiner and Greg Skordas talk about the process of honoring someone by naming a federal building, and why this particular instance is so important.

Hosts: Greg Skordas and Adam Gardiner Examining the effects of the Supreme Court’s ruling on mifepristone In a 9-0 ruling today, the United States Supreme Court ruled that a group of anti-abortion doctors had no legal basis to challenge access to mifepristone, one of the drugs commonly used in medication abortions. Because of that ruling, access to mifepristone won’t change. KSL at Night hosts Greg Skordas and Adam Gardiner go through the legal elements of the case and discuss how the ruling could affect things in Utah. The Supreme Court also rules on union and labor regulations In another unanimous ruling issued today, the Supreme Court tossed a lower court’s ruling that ordered Starbucks to rehire employees fired in Tennessee for trying to unionize. The decision could make it more difficult to immediately block alleged unfair labor practices as they’re litigated – sometimes taking several years. KSL Legal Analyst Greg Skordas explains the ruling. What kind of effect would eliminating taxes on tipping cause? While we may only think about tipping our restaurant servers, businesses of all kinds are asking for tips more and more frequently. Opinion Editor for the Deseret News, Jay Evensen, wrote an interesting piece examining tipping culture and a proposal by Donald Trump to eliminate taxes on tips. What kind of financial effects could that have on the country? Listen to find out. Meet Trent Staggs, GOP candidate for U.S. Senate This election cycle features a primary race in the Republican Party for the open Senate seat soon to be vacated by Mitt Romney. During KSL at Night, we want to make sure the candidates each have an opportunity to introduce themselves to Utahns. One of those people, Trent Staggs, GOP candidate for U.S. Senate joins the program in the studio to talk about the recent GOP debate and his platform in general. SLC Downtown revitalization zone plans hit a speed bump The Salt Lake City Planning Commission has voted to not approve Smith Entertainment Group’s request for zoning changes ahead of their plans to revitalize downtown. We hear sound from the Planning Commission’s meeting, and the KSL at Night hosts discuss their opinions on why the project may be hitting some roadblocks. The hosts also talk about the future of the entire project. Popular political personalities coming to Utah Two well-known political personalities are coming to Utah in the next little while: Tucker Carlson from the conservative side of the spectrum, and Vice President Kamala Harris from the liberal side. This got the KSL at Night hosts thinking about the kinds of voter information and fundraising events ahead of the election. Which ones are going to be the most informative and engaging for voters? The hosts discuss. Proposal to rename post office in honor of fallen Santaquin Police Sgt. Bill Hooser moves forward Utah Congressman Burgess Owens has introduced legislation to rename the post office in Santaquin after fallen Santaquin Police Sergeant Bill Hooser. The other three members of the Utah House delegation are in support as well. KSL at Night hosts Adam Gardiner and Greg Skordas talk about the process of honoring someone by naming a federal building, and why this particular instance is so important.

In this episode, Audrey is Gay Lynn Bennion, a Democratic member of the Utah House of Representatives. Gay Lynn shares how her involvement with community organizations helped her when she ran for office in 2024 and about how she works to listen to all her constituents, even when they see things differently.  Learn more about Project Elect here. 

The CEO of University of Utah Health Plans, Chad Westover, joins Clint Betts and Garrett Clark for this episode of the Silicon Slopes podcast. They cover some big topics like the Little Cottonwood Canyon gondola issue, solutions to the rapid rise of housing costs, improving air quality, and local politics. With experience in D.C.'s political arena, Chad is running for election to the Utah House of Representatives with a focus on air quality and local wellbeing. They talk about making it possible for Utahns to stay in Utah and fighting against high housing prices, as well as planning for the influx of people the future winter Olympics may bring. Tune in to learn more about Chad's plans for the future of this beautiful state! "What I've learned is that people want to be heard. The people's voice is important...I think it's fundamental to listen first, then to act second."If you enjoyed this episode and want to support us, please follow our show, leave a review, and share it with your friends. Check out our YouTube channel and subscribe so you don't miss a Silicon Slopes Live video. Let us know in the comments if you have any questions.  Our website: https://www.siliconslopes.comShow links: https://www.motionops.com  Apple Podcasts - https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/silicon-slopes-the-entrepreneur-capital-of-the-world/id1698150372Spotify Podcasts - https://open.spotify.com/show/2ZdYnWYKPXOqH2fgJ2UJ2N?si=5890c63a145a4a3e  Social:Twitter - https://twitter.com/siliconslopesInstagram - https://www.instagram.com/siliconslopes/LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/company/silicon-slopes/YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC8aEtQ1KJrWhJ3C2JnzXysw  Apple Podcasts - https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/silicon-slopes-the-entrepreneur-capital-of-the-world/id1698150372Spotify Podcasts - https://open.spotify.com/show/2ZdYnWYKPXOqH2fgJ2UJ2N?si=5890c63a145a4a3e 

Phil Lyman is a candidate for Utah Governor that recently won the Republican Convention by a 2-1 margin. Lyman currently represents the 69th district in the Utah House of Representatives. He has also served as San Juan County Commissioner and in 2020 received a full pardon from President Trump for misdemeanor conspiracy to trespass for an ATV ride he led to protest federal land management policies.We discuss the difficulties of getting involved in politics, government overreach, and how fragile freedom actually is.

Dr. Anthony Fauci is one of the most well-known doctors in the world. Today, he testified in front of congress about concerns regarding how he handled the pandemic. During that time, we couldn't go to church, work, eat out at a restaurant... all at the direction of Dr. Fauci. Did these restrictions make a difference in the long run? Brad Wilson, former speaker of the Utah House of Representatives, weighs in on vaccine mandates and more contentious policies Fauci championed. 

Hosts: Leah Murray and Maura Carabello  If we told you that Americans – in general – are feeling better about the economy, would you agree? According to some new surveys, that’s exactly the case: Americans have a better attitude toward the economy for the first time since January, largely thanks to better perceptions of the job market. Representative Robert Spendlove, member of the Utah House of Representatives and Senior Economist at Zions Bank shares his thoughts. 

Hosts: Leah Murray and Maura Carabello  Jury begins deliberation in Trump hush money trial  KSL at Night hosts Maura Carabello and Leah Murray begin tonight’s show discussing the latest development in the Trump hush money trial: jury deliberation. As the jury decides former President Trump’s fate as it relates to the 34 counts, the hosts discuss what possibilities could come out of the jury’s verdict.  Examining election official turnover in Utah  As we approach the upcoming primary election, we turn our focus to the people actually working on the elections. A recent study says that due to a lot of hostility, people working on elections don’t stick around very long. Utah Lieutenant Governor Deidre Henderson visits KSL NewsRadio to explain the challenges election officials face, and how her office is making sure those officials feel supported.  RFK Jr. files complaint due to presidential debate exclusion  Robert F. Kennedy Jr. filed a complaint today with the Federal Election Commission over his exclusion from the upcoming presidential debates. CNN, who’s named in the complaint, says he doesn’t qualify based on their standards. Kennedy, of course, disagrees. Leah and Maura share the threshold numbers needed to be invited, and talk about whether Kennedy meets those bars.  How do Americans feel about the current state of the economy?  If we told you that Americans – in general – are feeling better about the economy, would you agree? According to some new surveys, that’s exactly the case: Americans have a better attitude toward the economy for the first time since January, largely thanks to better perceptions of the job market. Representative Robert Spendlove, member of the Utah House of Representatives and Senior Economist at Zions Bank shares his thoughts.  Lawsuit filed against the Utah Fits All Scholarship  Today, a group of parents, the Utah Education Association, and a member of the State Board of Education filed a lawsuit against the state over the Utah Fits All Scholarship. KSL-TV’s Lindsay Aerts joins the program to walk listeners through the ins and outs of the lawsuit, and explains what’s next in the process.  Meet Attorney General GOP candidate Rachel Terry  This primary election season, Republican voters in Utah have the opportunity to cast their vote for the person who will represent the GOP in the Attorney General race in November. One of the GOP candidates for Attorney General, Rachel Terry, joins the program to explain why she believes voters should choose her.  Utah children facing challenges with food insecurity and foster care home availability  Children in Utah are in trouble. Several new articles have come out detailing challenges with food insecurity, especially as schools let out for the summer. That, along with a shortage of foster care homes, can mean even greater challenges as children simply try to grow. The KSL at Night hosts share ways you can be more involved in helping Utah’s kids.  Responding to comments about women being “poor homemakers”  Following a controversial speech from a kicker with the Kansas City Chiefs, many have spoken out about the role of women in the home and in society. In addition, NFL star Jason Kelce recently defended attacks against his wife for being a “poor homemaker.” KSL at Night hosts Leah Murray and Maura Carabello share their opinions of this ongoing situation using their own life choices and experiences. 

For nearly 40 years, a Republican governor has led Utah. In recent elections, GOP candidates have walloped Democrats by at least 30 points. So why does Democrat Brian King think his bid for the state's highest office will be any different? King, who represents Salt Lake City in the Utah House, joins host Ali Vallarta to make his case and explain what he hopes to accomplish — even if he doesn't win. Consider becoming a founding 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. The deadline to change your party affiliation in Utah is Tuesday, Jan. 9. Subscribe to 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: Mattress Warehouse Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices