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This is Derek Miller, Speaking on Business. For nearly 80 years, Savage has been vital to Utah's economy, providing supply chain solutions. Through Savage Infrastructure, Bartlett and Texon, the company moves materials and products essential to industries worldwide. Savage's President and CEO, Jeff Roberts, joins us with more. Jeff Roberts: While we're based out of Midvale, Savage has more than 4,200 team members across the United States, Canada, Mexico and Saudi Arabia. Through our three businesses, we manage critical products for our customers in Utah and around the world. After 80 years in business, we're proud to still be family-owned. We were established in American Fork in 1946 by three brothers who built the company on the principles of integrity, innovation and hard work. Their vision and legacy continue to guide our path today, as we work to grow our businesses and create opportunities for our team members. Utah is a great place to live and do business. Together with state and local leaders, our customers and partners like the Salt Lake Chamber, Utah Inland Port Authority, World Trade Center Utah and United Way of Salt Lake, we'll help keep Utah's economy and communities strong. To learn more visit savageco.com. Derek Miller: As the “Crossroads of the West” and a growing hub for global trade, Utah thrives on strong transportation infrastructure and efficient supply chains. Through projects across the state, Savage is playing a key role in making that a reality. I'm Derek Miller, with the Salt Lake Chamber, Speaking on Business. Originally aired: 3/11/25
Hosts: Leah Murray and Guest Host Thomas Wright Housing... it's going to take creative solutions to fix this kind of problem. And one bill proposes a creative solution to affordable housing by tying it in with the Utah Inland Port Authority. State Senator Kirk Cullimore is running the bill. He joins Inside Sources to talk about it and other housing bills on Capitol Hill.
Hosts: Leah Murray and Guest Host Thomas Wright On the Hill 2025: Pulse check halfway through the legislative session We've now crossed the halfway point of the 2025 Legislative General Session. Between the House and the Senate, roughly 800 bills have been introduced so far, with more being churned out daily. Where do things stand halfway through the session? House Speaker Mike Schultz joins Inside Sources to offer some insights and updates on bills with education and elections. On the Hill 2025: Proposal to expand the Utah Supreme Court Lawmakers are Utah's Capitol Hill have introduced several bills this session addressing the role of the judiciary here in the state. Now, a new bill file looks at the possibility of expanding the Utah Supreme Court -- adding more justices. Inside Sources hosts Leah Murray and Thomas Wright share their thoughts on whether this would be a good or bad idea. Senate confirmation hearings continue; RFK Jr. confirmed and sworn in More movement in the push for Cabinet nominees to be confirmed in the Senate. Today, Secretary of Education nominee Linda McMahon testified before a Senate Committee and Kash Patel received enough committee votes to move to the full Senate as he works to become the next FBI Director. Plus, Robert F. Kennedy Jr. has now been sworn in as Secretary of Health and Human Services. On the Hill 2025: Giving veterans more access to Utah’s state parks Veterans could get better discounts to visit Utah's state parks through a bill this legislative session. It'd expand on the existing "Veterans with disabilities honor pass,” which grants discounts to veterans who have a service-related disability. State Senator Karen Kwan joins us to talk more about the bill and the bipartisan support she’s gotten for it. The state of the economy – is it Pres. Trump’s or Pres. Biden’s fault? Two new economic reports are out today, shedding additional light on how the economy is doing. It comes after yesterday's consumer price index showed that inflation is continuing to rise. Some are blaming President Trump, who’s mostly blaming former President Biden. At what point does the current president need to take responsibility for things and stop blaming the former administration? Updates on a federal budget One month and one day until the federal government runs out of money. And while Republicans control both chambers of Congress, they're continuing to struggle about getting on the same page. The House and Senate have both released their versions of a budget plan; are they similar enough to pass? Inside Sources discuss the state of budget reconciliation. On the Hill 2025: Bills addressing housing affordability Housing... it's going to take creative solutions to fix this kind of problem. And one bill proposes a creative solution to affordable housing by tying it in with the Utah Inland Port Authority. State Senator Kirk Cullimore is running the bill. He joins Inside Sources to talk about it and other housing bills on Capitol Hill. Staying engaged in politics when the news is overwhelming There are several things going on in the political world right now, and that can make it feel overwhelming. The state's legislative session, all of President Trump's orders, plans, and nominees, talks of international conflicts and trade wars -- if you feel overwhelmed by it all, you're not alone. When there's so much going on how can you stay engaged in politics without burning out?
Host: Marty Carpenter Groups from around the state are saying that inland ports near the Great Salt Lake are undoing much of the work that has been done to preserve the lake. But as Ben Hart, Executive Director of the Utah Inland Port Authority tells Marty Carpenter, the port authority is specifically trying to avoid damaging the Great Salt Lake and environment around it. We discuss it all on Inside Sources.
Host: Marty Carpenter President Biden grants clemency to over 1,500 individuals With just over a month left in his presidency, President Biden is taking the chance to pardon and grant clemency to even more folks. Today he granted clemency to 1,500 individuals, marking the largest single-day granting of clemency in America's history. Marty Carpenter breaks down these pardons and looks at possible additional future pardons. Fight against medical debt moving to the states Following the killing of the United Healthcare CEO last week, one big discussion that's resurfaced online has been centered around medical debt. Marty Carpenter looks at the reasoning behind moving the fight from the federal stage down to the states. Relationship between social media companies and lawmakers changing The relationship between social media companies and the federal government looks to be changing ahead of the new administration -- Meta is donating to Trump's inaugural fund and Democratic lawmakers are rethinking their relationship with X CEO Elon Musk. Marty Carpenter explains why social media companies might be looking to work on their relationship with the new administration. Donald Trump named Time’s Person of the Year President-elect Donald Trump was on Wall Street this morning ringing the Stock Exchange bell after being named Time Magazine's Person of the Year. This is the second time Trump has been named Person of the Year. David Briggs, Cheddar Business News, joins Marty Carpenter to discuss Trump’s connection to New York and some of his economic goals for his upcoming presidency. The inland port's effects on the Great Salt Lake Groups from around the state are saying that inland ports near the Great Salt Lake are undoing much of the work that has been done to preserve the lake. But as Ben Hart, Executive Director of the Utah Inland Port Authority tells Marty Carpenter, the port authority is specifically trying to avoid damaging the Great Salt Lake and environment around it. We discuss it all on Inside Sources. Donald Trump invites Chinese President Xi Jingping to inauguration President-elect Donald Trump is waiting to hear back from Chinese President Xi Jingping after he invited him to attend his inauguration next month. Xi has yet to accept the invitation. Ambassadors and other diplomats are typically invited to inaugurations, but State Department records dating back to 1874 show that a foreign leader has never attended a transfer-of-power ceremony. Anna Pechenkina, Associate Professor of Political Science at Utah State University, joins Marty Carpenter to explain why this precedent is so intriguing. Fighting media bias with artificial intelligence The Los Angeles Times is looking to introduce a new AI tool that will help combat media bias. The idea behind this tool is to have a "bias meter" that will allow readers to read both sides of a story. Brandon Amacher, Director of the Emerging Technology Policy Lab at Utah Valley University, joins Marty Carpenter to discuss how this tool could work and if it could be implemented throughout all media.
Rod and Greg Show Daily Rundown – Tuesday, October 1, 20244:38 pm: David Harsanyi, author and contributor to the New York Post, joins the show for a conversation about his recent piece on the Democrats war on constitutional order.5:05 pm: Kaysville residents Luke and Erin Taylor join Rod and Greg to discuss a recent event at their home in which an illegal alien, high on drugs, attempted to break into their home using a baseball bat and carrying weapons. Luke's recent post about the events has gone viral, recently shared on X by Elon Musk.5:38 pm: Keith Hanson, CEO of QUX Technologies and a veteran law enforcement expert joins the program for a conversation about how Venezuelan gangs are operating New York City and other major cities in the U.S.6:05 pm: Jack Hedge, former Executive Director of the Utah Inland Port Authority and V.P. of Pasha Group, a shipping and maritime services company in the San Francisco area, joins Rod and Greg to discuss how the east coast longshoreman strike could affect Utah and other western states.
KSL's Top Story: KSL'S TOP STORY... comes from New Jersey. And the after-effects are rippling into Utah... where officials are asking serious legal questions about DeepFake pornography. Some teenage boys back east used artificial intelligence to create computer generated porn depicting their female classmates. Which might or might not be a punishable offense here in Utah.
Ever since the completion of the transcontinental railroad in 1869, Utah has had a proud history as the crossroads of the west. As such, Utah is uniquely positioned for major long-term economic development. With this vision in mind, the Legislature established the Utah Inland Port Authority, to oversee the expansion and proper use of Utah's trade infrastructure. Joining us today to discuss more about the purpose of the Inland Port and their vision for Utah is Executive Director of the Inland Port, Ben Hart.
Utah Inland Port Authority approves Golden Spike Inland Port project -- Utah Raptors hire blind color commentary broadcaster
This is Derek Miller, Speaking on Business. The Utah Inland Port Authority is working to ensure that we are growing in ways that will help preserve our economy, environment and quality of life for future generations. Executive Director Ben Hart joins us with more. Ben Hart: The Utah Inland Port Authority is actively involved in developing solutions for a balanced transportation system, regional economic growth and caring for our natural environment. One of the questions that we get most often is "what is an inland port?" In short, an inland port is a facility where we can transfer truck cargo to rail. In Utah, we love our roads, but we have to find ways to put more cargo on rail. This approach has proven to be better for the economy, the environment and lowers the cost of money needed to build and maintain roads. We are also focused on building regional economies. We support communities with their economic goals by helping businesses to expand and create high-wage jobs for Utahns. As we all work together to provide a stronger Utah for future generations, the Utah Inland Port Authority will be actively engaged in helping to create real solutions for growth. Derek Miller: By creating a better multi-modal transportation system and helping communities to grow optimally, the Utah Inland Port Authority is working to ensure Utah remains the strongest state in the nation, and the best economy in the global marketplace. I'm Derek Miller with the Salt Lake Chamber, Speaking on Business. Originally aired: August 2, 2023
On this episode of the Silicon Slopes Show, Clint has the opportunity to speak with Ben Hart who is the Executive Director of Utah Inland Port Authority. Ben is no stranger to dealing with and overcoming opposition, especially in his line of work in supply chain solutions and economic initiatives driving Utah's inland port. They talk about how the unique landscape of Utah presents unique challenges, which requires creative solutions for transportation and rail, while keeping conservation at the forefront. We're currently seeing a widespread recalibration in global industry and Ben discusses how we're adapting to these changes in modern business. Maintaining the beautiful traits of Utah is Ben's mission and as this great state grows in population, he's finding sustainable ways to keep Utah amazing. Tune in to learn more!
It's Memorial Day weekend, and Salt Lake Tribune reporter Andy Larsen may have found the cheapest beer in the county! He joins host Ali Vallarta and lead producer Emily Means to make sense of the week's top stories, including the Utah Inland Port Authority's strange rebrand and tales from local national anthem auditions. Listen to our episode on the results of the inland port audit. Read the 51-page whitepaper on the inland port, if you really want to. Subscribe to our daily morning newsletter. You can find us on Instagram @CityCastSLC and Twitter @CityCastSLC. Looking to advertise on City Cast Salt Lake? Check out our options for podcast and newsletter ads. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Mini “port” proposals keep popping up across Utah, which may signal a shift in strategy and purpose for the Utah Inland Port Authority. To read more, check out https://www.sltrib.com/news/environment/2023/05/11/it-seems-theyre-hyperdrive-least-9/
In this episode: Jill's experience in education, the process of getting her degrees then teaching history to high schoolers, and transitioning from education to economic development. Then, her time at the Utah Governor's Office of Planning and Budget, Department of Heritage and Arts, and the Utah Inland Port Authority. Jill, welcome to the LSI team! Follow LSI on LinkedIn, Instagram, Facebook, and Twitter for more updates, or catch us at LSIWINS.com. Questions or want to reach out to our team? Email us at social@lsiwins.com today!
The House passed a bill to avert a potential rail strike that could have devastated the nation's supply chain and delayed deliveries amid the holidays. The House also passed a separate bill to give seven paid sick days to rail workers with just three Republicans voting in favor. Jack Hedge, Former President of Utah Inland Port Authority joins the show to discuss what could come if a rail strike occurs and how clean drinking water may be affected. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
9:05 - 9:20 Cameras found taped under sink in U of U bathrooms- We begin talking about the hidden cameras found taped inside bathrooms at the University of Utah. The U says a student found a covert camera taped under a bathroom sink and turned it in. Which led to a police search of other bathrooms where they found another hidden camera -- and tape in a 3rd bathroom where another camera may have been. Greg Skordas, KSL Legal Analyst joins the show to discuss.. What if these secretly recorded videos weren't just contained to the hidden cameras? 9:50 - Rail Strike could lead to "catastrophic effect" on ability to treat clean drinking water The House passed a bill to avert a potential rail strike that could have devastated the nation's supply chain and delayed deliveries amid the holidays. The House also passed a separate bill to give seven paid sick days to rail workers with just three Republicans voting in favor. Jack Hedge, Former President of Utah Inland Port Authority joins the show to discuss what could come if a rail strike occurs and how clean drinking water may be affected. 10:05 - 10:20 - Priced out Inflation: How do you scale down Christmas? KSL Newsradio Reporter Adam Small joins the show with the latest information from the cameras found in a bathroom at the University of Utah. And then D2 goes right on the money! Amazon says it had its biggest Thanksgiving shopping weekend. It's across the board -- in stores, online an additional 17-million shoppers this year. Is no one worried about inflation? You just can't say no to holiday traditions and overspending. We can't control ourselves when we see a deal.Dave is having this struggle right now in hishome. Lots of extra expenses this year and we're trying to figure out how we cutback for Christmas. Dave and Debbie discuss the family struggle of scaling down Christmas. Followed by listener calls. 10:35 - Confusion remains on details of University of Idaho Student Murders Confusion deepens over whether any of the 4 University of Idaho students were targeted in fatal stabbings. Four students – Ethan Chapin, 20; Kaylee Goncalves, 21; Xana Kernodle, 20; and Madison Mogen, 21 – were found stabbed to death November 13 in an off-campus Moscow home, upending a town that hadn't recorded a single murder since 2015. Dave and Debbie discuss the latest information. 10:50 - No degree? No Problem. Employers are rethinking the need for college degrees A workplace think tank called the Burning Glass Institute has found that job postings that demand at least a bachelor's degree have fallen well below the 50% mark as companies large and small strive to fill open positions in an economy where available jobs outpace available workers by about two-to-one. Dave and Debbie discuss why this may be happening and if it will stick around. 11:05 - Students react to cameras found in the University of Utah bathrooms KSL Newsradio Reporter Adam Small brings the latest information and shares reaction from students. 11:20 - 11:35 - How to become a superager Debbie wants to be a super agent when she grows up! There is a select group of individuals who have the brain of a 20-30 year old in their 80s! Jeremy Cunningham, Utah Alzheimers Association joins to discuss what we can do to increase our cognitive ability and what we know about a new alzhiemers drug making its way through the FDA.11:50 - Festival of Trees Festival of trees is back again! D2 is joined by a representative with the Festival of Trees to discuss what they have taking place this year. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Hosts: Scott Simpson and Cate Klundt Utah's Inland Port has been a source of consternation for many in the state – most wondering how a port can be inland. Recently, the Utah State Auditor printed a report of how the Port Authority is doing – and it's not great. Cate and Scott break down what the Inland Port is supposed to be, and how they're not currently meeting expectations.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
A state audit faults the Utah Inland Port Authority for awarding no-bid contracts and for accountability issues. The Salt Lake City Council fast-tracks proposed changes to off-street parking rules, shared housing and tiny homes — in what it says is an effort to address affordability. And Utah guides work to combat sexual harassment on river trips. At 9 a.m. on Friday, […]
A state audit faults the Utah Inland Port Authority for awarding no-bid contracts and for accountability issues. The Salt Lake City Council fast-tracks proposed changes to off-street parking rules, shared housing and tiny homes — in what it says is an effort to address affordability. And Utah guides work to combat sexual harassment on river trips. At 9 a.m. on Friday, […]
4:05pm KNRS News Director Abby Bonell joins the show from England to discuss the death of Queen Elizabeth4:20 pm: Ben Hart, the new Executive Director of the Utah Inland Port Authority, joins Rod to discuss the changes he is making and the future of the port4:38 pm: John Lott, President of the Crime Prevention Research Center, joins the program to discuss his research that shows if we can fix sloppy record keeping, we might be able to restore faith in elections5:05 pm: Jennie Taylor of the Major Brent Taylor Foundation and New York Fire Department Lieutenant Steve Casquarelli join Rod to discuss the 9/11 memorial event happening this weekend at the Legacy Events Center in Farmington6:05 pm: Freedomworks Economist Steve Moore joins the show for his weekly visit with Rod about politics and the nation's economy6:38 pm: George Karahalios, President of the Salt Lake City Greek Festival joins the program to preview the 46th year of the annual event
A mineral company applies to lengthen two of its canals on the Great Salt Lake, worrying environmentalists. Utah Democrats sue to force Joel Ferry, head of the Utah Department of Natural Resources, off the November ballot. New leadership at the Utah Inland Port Authority hits pause on big ticket spending. And a columnist says it's right and proper for a president […]
This is Derek Miller, Speaking on Business. Utah's rapid growth has resulted in a need to reduce costs to ship goods to and from our great state. To address that concern, the state created the Utah Inland Port Authority, led by President Jack Hedge, who explains what they do. Jack Hedge: Utah's Inland Port Authority is future-proofing our state's link in the global supply chain by providing smart, sustainable, and equitable logistic solutions across the Beehive State. We're focused on forging partnerships, streamlining infrastructure, and investing capital in projects for the public good. We are modernizing the logistics industry through better data, technology, and sustainability standards. We're focused on expanding rail access to businesses, lowering shipping costs for local importers and exporters, and making cargo movement more efficient. Growing the economy and protecting Utah's natural beauty don't need to be mutually exclusive. Our goal as a state entity is improving and maintaining Utah's quality of life. Utah's Inland Port Authority is still a relatively new organization. With a great governing board and a team of experts, we can smartly address growth. There's still a lot of work to do, but it's an exciting time as we make Utah a better place for business. Derek Miller: Utah's Inland Port isn't a single place – it's a statewide system and the port is open for business. For more information on the Utah Inland Port Authority, visit InlandPortAuthority.utah.gov. I'm Derek Miller with the Salt Lake Chamber, Speaking on Business. Aired August 8, 2022.
The Utah Inland Port Authority is paying millions of dollars in rent for a transloading facility that has yet to be built. After a public outcry, the expansion of a trail system in the foothills above Salt Lake City will wait at least another year. And an effort is underway to draw attention to Utah's history of Black lynchings — by […]
At Harris Bricken, we keep close tabs on what is happening around the world, and we know that our friends and clients do, as well. We are happy to provide this podcast series: Global Law and Business, hosted by international attorneys Fred Rocafort and Jonathan Bench, where we look at the world by talking with business leaders, innovators, service providers, manufacturers, and government leaders around the globe. In Episode #99, we are joined by Jack Hedge, the Executive Director of Utah Inland Port Authority. We discuss: Jack's international trade logistics background at the Port of Tacoma and Port of L.A. The scale of L.A.'s port compared to all other U.S. ports The reasons for the global increase in shipping costs per container The current state of international shipping companies and their impact on global trade The need for pragmatic and helpful government regulations in dealing with international carriers The current state of global energy consumption The smart technologies that will change port infrastructures around the world What an inland port does Utah's unique geographical situation and how it is helping to alleviate pressure on coastal ports Recommendations from: Jonathan Manchester United Legends Create World's First Soccer DAO (Decrypt) Fred Sam Harris' Making Sense Podcast - Ask Me Anything #19 We'll see you next time for another exciting and informative episode when we sit down with Gary O'Sullivan, Irish lawyer and partner at SOS Legal.
On today's episode Dooner and The Dude are talking to Jack Hedge, executive director at the Utah Inland Port Authority, about how moving freight inland can help the SoCal ports. ShipHero founder and CEO Aaron Rubin gets us up-to-speed on what to expect in warehousing, fulfillment and e-commerce this holiday season. ShipHero serves more than 10% of Shopify stores globally. We'll learn what its data is saying about peak season. FreightWaves Detroit Bureau Chief Alan Adler is charged up about proposed new EV tax credits that could have you wondering if you've driven an electric Ford lately. Plus, what's new in the Nikola versus Tesla patent lawsuit? And are rail robberies on the rise; NHTSA says traffic deaths have hit an all-time high in ‘21; Canadians welcome pineapple on pizza; why one driver is pulling his truck for health; and more. Visit our sponsorSubscribe to the WTT newsletterApple PodcastsSpotifyMore FreightWaves Podcasts
On today's episode Dooner and The Dude are talking to Jack Hedge, executive director at the Utah Inland Port Authority, about how moving freight inland can help the SoCal ports. ShipHero founder and CEO Aaron Rubin gets us up-to-speed on what to expect in warehousing, fulfillment and e-commerce this holiday season. ShipHero serves more than 10% of Shopify stores globally. We'll learn what its data is saying about peak season. FreightWaves Detroit Bureau Chief Alan Adler is charged up about proposed new EV tax credits that could have you wondering if you've driven an electric Ford lately. Plus, what's new in the Nikola versus Tesla patent lawsuit? And are rail robberies on the rise; NHTSA says traffic deaths have hit an all-time high in ‘21; Canadians welcome pineapple on pizza; why one driver is pulling his truck for health; and more. Visit our sponsorSubscribe to the WTT newsletterApple PodcastsSpotifyMore FreightWaves Podcasts
The Utah Inland Port Authority just announced a deal with the Long Beach Port Authority. Does this mean you'll get your Christmas presents before New Year's? Jack Hedge, Executive Director of Utah Inland Port Authority calls the show to discuss the deal and what it means for Utah. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
"The fight for a slice of the Transportation Bill pie is as fierce as a Florentine gladiator match. The argument for an efficient transportation system is not new. But it's more than roads and bridges. Ports need to take a priority. These locations are the points of origin processing over 90-percent of the world's trade. The ports are the funnel in the flow of trade. It makes sense to make sure this funnel has no cracks so trade can flow smoothly through the entire pipeline of trade. But if you want to wait for the federal government to be the savior of transportation you are going to be waiting for a long, long, time. To get something done sooner rather than later, nothing is better than a public, private partnership. It's the best of both worlds.Jack Hedge - Executive Director, Utah Inland Port Authority, Salt Lake City, UTAndrew Scott - CEO, QuayChain, Los Angleles, CALori-Ann LaRocco - Writer, Freightwaves - West Milford, NJ"Follow FreightWaves on Apple PodcastsFollow FreightWaves on SpotifyMore FreightWaves Podcasts
The fight for a slice of the Transportation Bill pie is as fierce as a Florentine gladiator match. The argument for an efficient transportation system is not new. But it's more than roads and bridges. Ports need to take a priority. These locations are the points of origin processing over 90-percent of the world's trade. The ports are the funnel in the flow of trade. It makes sense to make sure this funnel has no cracks so trade can flow smoothly through the entire pipeline of trade. But if you want to wait for the federal government to be the savior of transportation you are going to be waiting for a long, long, time. To get something done sooner rather than later, nothing is better than a public, private partnership. It's the best of both worlds. Jack Hedge - Executive Director, Utah Inland Port Authority, Salt Lake City, UT Andrew Scott - CEO, QuayChain, Los Angleles, CALori-Ann LaRocco - Writer, Freightwaves - West Milford, NJFollow FreightWaves on Apple PodcastsFollow FreightWaves on SpotifyMore FreightWaves Podcasts
Federal legislation aims to save saline lakes in the West, including the Great Salt Lake. The Utah Inland Port Authority looked into a secretive rail-rehabilitation proposal that sought to transport Western-mined coal to the California coast. And a retiring food writer reflects on her four decades of newspaper work. At 9 a.m. on Friday, Salt Lake Tribune reporters Leia Larsen, […]
Rod Arquette Show Daily Rundown –Monday, September 27, 20214:20 pm: Quin Hillyer, a contributor to the Washington Examiner, joins Rod to discuss his latest piece in which he says Joe Biden has intentionally created the border crisis, calling it a “pre-planned implementation of Biden's preferred (immigration) policy”4:38 pm: Former Salt Lake City Police Chief Chris Burbank, now Vice President of Law Enforcement Strategy at the Center for Policing Equity, joins Rod for a conversation about how the Moab police handled the domestic violence situation involving Gabby Petito prior to her murder5:05 pm: Salt Lake Tribune columnist Robert Gehrke on his recent piece about Gabby Petito's disappearance and why more missing people need to be valued similarly6:05 pm: Jack Hedge, Executive Director of the Utah Inland Port Authority, joins Rod for a conversation about the clogged shipping operations of the United States and whether the Inland Port could help alleviate such problems in the future6:20 pm: Karen Townsend, blogger and contributor to Hot Air, joins Rod for a conversation about the misinformation campaign against the United States Border Patrol and why there is no outrage about it found anywhere6:35 pm: Naomi Schaefer Riley, Resident Fellow at the American Enterprise Institute, joins the show to discuss her piece for the Deseret News in which she explains why she believes higher education in the United States is no longer built for men6:50 pm: Our LIVE ON suicide prevention campaign continues with a conversation with Katie Perkins of the Utah Pride Center about suicide issues in the LGBTQ community and how the center works to prevent it
The Inland Port project--which gets some people excited, others not so much--has continued to move forward during the pandemic. To get us up to speed on what’s going on, Boyd is joined by Utah Inland Port Authority Executive Director Jack Hedge. They explore the economic and environmental pros and cons of the expansive project. ‘Inside Sources with Boyd Matheson,’ former 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 Friday from 1 to 3 pm 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? follow him on Twitter. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
This is Derek Miller, Speaking on Business. Before the pandemic, most of us probably didn't give much thought to how an online order arrived at our door or whether there would be toilet paper on store shelves. But for the Utah Inland Port Authority, thinking about supply chains is their business. Jack Hedge is the Executive Director of the Port Authority and he's here to share the unique opportunity Utah has to keep goods moving into the next century. JACK HEDGE One-third of Utah's GDP, employment, and incomes are dependent on the logistics industry – and those numbers are only expected to grow. But as we've witnessed in 2020, an unknown shock to the supply chain can disrupt the balance of our global logistics network and our daily lives. The Utah Inland Port Authority's job is to support the logistics systems that are the backbone of the economy. That means using Utah's geographical advantages and optimizing the rail, road, and air infrastructure already in place to make cargo movement more efficient and more sustainable for generations to come. Logistics is at an inflection point with disruptive technologies revolutionizing the industry. Utah is the place to foster that innovation – to stay safe, to stay stocked, and to stay smart. DEREK MILLER We are excited about the unprecedented vision for statewide logistics that benefits all of Utah and look forward to progress with the Inland Port. I'm Derek Miller, with the Salt Lake Chamber, and this is Speaking on Business. Originally Aired: September 22, 2020.
Rod Arquette Show Daily Rundown – Friday, September 18, 20204:20 pm: Amy Swearer, Senior Legal Policy Analyst for the Heritage Foundation joins the show to discuss her recent piece about the other side of the Jacob Blake conversation, the part where we discuss what Blake did wrong4:35 pm: Jack Hedge, Executive Director of the Utah Inland Port Authority joins the program for a conversation about the progress of the inland port, including planned sustainability measures that opponents of the port still say don’t go far enough6:05 pm: Townhall columnist Scott Morefield joins the show to discuss mask wearing during the pandemic and to ponder why, if masks work, we’re not seeing the spread of the virus are come to a halt6:20 pm: Robby Soave, Associate Editor of Reason.com joins Rod for a conversation about how a student at NYU, taking online courses, was suspended after attending a rooftop party with other students6:35 pm: We’ll listen back to Rod’s conversations this week with national radio host Buck Sexton, who joins the KNRS lineup full time on Monday evening at 7:00 pm, and with University of Utah Law Professor Paul Cassell who has linked an increase in homicides in big cities to protests and increased police scrutiny
Rod Arquette Show Daily Rundown - Thursday, September 12, 20194:20 pm: Utah Representative Stephanie Pitcher plans to run a bill to allow people to bring their babies to work through the first six months of life as a way to save on childcare costs. Good idea? Rod takes your calls at 888-570-80105:05 pm: A new law in California bans schools from suspending disruptive students through the eighth grade. The bill’s sponsor says students of color were disproportionately affected by suspensions and the new law addresses that problem. Rod takes your calls on the subject at 888-570-8010.6:05 pm: Jack Hedge, Executive Director of the Utah Inland Port Authority, joins Rod for a conversation about the creation of the port and addressing concerns of those who are constantly protesting against it6:20 pm: DEA District Agent in Charge and Utah Opioid Task Force Co-Chair Brian Besser joins Rod for a conversation about a new product unveiled today in Riverton that could help fight the opioid crisis in Utah6:35 pm: Steve Moore, Chief Economist at the Heritage Foundation, joins the show for his weekly visit with Rod about politics and the nation’s economy
This week on the Take 2 podcast, 2News Anchor Heidi Hatch is joined by former Speaker of the House Greg Hughes (R) and The Exoro Group’s Maura Carabello. The trio discussed if Utah driver’s license information is being used illegally by U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement, and additional topics including: Utah Inland Port Authority protesters: Police, … Continue reading Take 2 – Driver’s licenses data used by feds, inland port protest and ICE raids →
Take 2: Utah's Legislature with Heidi Hatch, Greg Hughes and Jim Dabakis
This week on the Take 2 podcast, 2News Anchor Heidi Hatch is joined by former Speaker of the House Greg Hughes (R) and The Exoro Group’s Maura Carabello. The trio discussed if Utah driver’s license information is being used illegally by U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement, and additional topics including: Utah Inland Port Authority protesters: Police, … Continue reading Take 2 – Driver’s licenses data used by feds, inland port protest and ICE raids →
Today on Sojourner Truth: Accounting fraud in the Pentagon. Do we really know what the budget of the Pentagon is? Why is it that at least $21 trillion dollars of Pentagon financial transactions between 1998 and 2015 cant be traced? We speak with investigative journalist Dave Lindorff, who has exposed this financial fraud. For our weekly Earth Watch, a major struggle is underway against the Utah Inland Port Authority. What impact will this project have on our planet, which is already at a tipping point in terms of pollution and other environmental devastation? Is there a crisis involving the meaning of Christianity in todays churches? Eighty percent of Christian Evangelicals voted for Donald Trump in 2016, despite his views on immigrants, women and people of color. Why is his loyal Evangelical base claiming he has been touched by the hand of God? What role is the extreme right playing in Christianity? How is the liberal church, those who try to adhere to the teachings of Christ, concerned with the least of these responding? We discuss the reality of the differences between a liberation theology approach and right-wing religious fundamentalism. Our guests are the Rev. Janet McKeithen, Minister of the Church in Ocean Park in Santa Monica, California, and Father Michael Sniffen, Dean of the Cathedral of Long Island for the Episcopal Church.