Red Meat Radio: Recent Episodes

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Inside Utah Politics -- Setting the record straight. A weekly 2-hour radio show recut into four (approximately) 22-minute podcast episodes. Frequent guests on the program include national, state & local political leaders and respectable members of the local media. The show is light on fluff and heavy on the red meat of Utah politics.

Radio show air live Saturday 8-10am on 860AM (SLC) and is rebroadcast Sundays 8-10am.

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Jay 'JayMac' McFarland makes the case for his bid for the fourth congressional district. For more information, go to: JayMacForUtah.com.

State Auditor John Dougall and Josh Daniels host.

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Catherine Hammon makes the case for her bid for the first congressional district. For more information, go to: ReducingTheNationalDoubt.com..

State Auditor John Dougall and Josh Daniels host.

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Ty Jensen makes the case for his bid for the second congressional district. For more information, go to: JensenForUtah.com.

State Auditor John Dougall and Josh Daniels host.

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Former Attorney General John Swallow makes the case for his bid for Attorney General. For more information, go to: JohnSwallow.com.

State Auditor John Dougall and Josh Daniels host.

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State Republican Party Chair Derek Brown discusses the upcoming virtual state convention.

State Auditor John Dougall and Josh Daniels host.

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Doug Durbano makes the case for his bid for the second congressional district. For more information, go to: DurbanoForUtah.com.

State Auditor John Dougall and Josh Daniels host.

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Utah County Attorney David Leavitt makes the case for his bid for the Attorney General. For more information, go to: DavidLeavitt.com.

State Auditor John Dougall and Josh Daniels host.

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Mary Burkett makes the case for her bid for the second congressional district. For more information, go to: Burkett4Utah.com.

State Auditor John Dougall and Josh Daniels host.

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Congressman Chris Stewart makes the case for his bid for the second congressional district. For more information, go to: StewartForUtah.com.

State Auditor John Dougall and Josh Daniels host.

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Tim Aalders makes the case for his bid for the third congressional district. For more information, go to: TimAalders.com.

State Auditor John Dougall and Josh Daniels host.

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Kathleen Anderson makes the case for her bid for the fourth congressional district. For more information, go to: KathleenForUtah.com.

State Auditor John Dougall and Josh Daniels host.

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Trent Christensen makes the case for his bid for the third congressional district. For more information, go to: CitizenTrent2020.com.

State Auditor John Dougall and Josh Daniels host.

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Burgess Owens makes the case for his bid for the third congressional district. For more information, go to: Burgess4Utah.com.

State Auditor John Dougall and Josh Daniels host.

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State Representative Kim Coleman makes the case for her bid for the fourth congressional district. For more information, go to: KimForUtah.com.

State Auditor John Dougall and Josh Daniels host.

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Congressman John Curtis makes the case for his bid for the third congressional district. For more information, go to: JohnCurtis.org.

State Auditor John Dougall and Josh Daniels host.

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Cindy Thompson makes the case for her bid for the fourth congressional district.

State Auditor John Dougall and Josh Daniels host.

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Chris Biesinger makes the case for his bid for the fourth congressional district. For more information, go to: ChrisBiesinger.com.

State Auditor John Dougall and Josh Daniels host.

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Carson Jorgensen makes the case for his bid for the second congressional district. For more information, go to: CarsonJorgensen.com.

State Auditor John Dougall and Josh Daniels host.

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Utah Republican Veterans Caucus Chairman Chadwick Fairbanks makes the case for his bid for the first congressional district. For more information, go to: ChadwickFairbanks.com.

State Auditor John Dougall and Josh Daniels host.

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Kaysville Mayor Katie Will makes the case for her bid for the first congressional district. For more information, go to: KatieWitt.com.

State Auditor John Dougall and Josh Daniels host.

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Clearfield Mayor Mark Shepherd makes the case for his bid for the first congressional district. For more information, go to: ShepherdForUtah.com.

State Auditor John Dougall and Josh Daniels host.

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Former AG Commissioner Kerry Gibson makes the case for his bid for the first congressional district. For more information, go to: GibsonForCongress.com.

State Auditor John Dougall and Josh Daniels host.

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Land broker Zach Hartman makes his case for his bid for the first congressional district. For more information, go to: www.zachcd1.com.

State Auditor John Dougall and Josh Daniels host.

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Businessman Blake Moore makes the case for his bid for the first congressional district. For more information, go to: ElectMoore.com.

State Auditor John Dougall and Josh Daniels host.

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Businessman Howard Wallack makes the case for his bid for the first congressional district. For more information, go to: HowardWallack.com.

State Auditor John Dougall and Josh Daniels host.

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Morgan County Councilwoman Tina Cannon makes the case for her bid for the first congressional district. For more information, go to: VoteTinaCannon.com.

State Auditor John Dougall and Josh Daniels host.

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Davis County Commissioner Bob Stevenson makes the case for his bid for the 1st Congressional District. For more information, go to: Stevenson2020.com.

State Auditor John Dougall and Josh Daniels host.

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Dr. Greg Jackson (UVU & History That Doesn't Suck) joins to discuss the history of pandemics.

Then Dr. Sydnee Dickson, State Superintendent of Public Instruction, discusses the state of remote learning and how visionary leadership helped prepare Utah for online learning.

State Auditor John Dougall and RMR co-founder Howard Stephenson host.

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Stan Lockhart discusses ranked choice voting and its upcoming use at the virtual state convention.

Then Niel Walter provides an update on the state of the economy in the midst of the coronavirus self-isolation and disruption.

State Auditor John Dougall and RMR co-founder Howard Stephenson host.

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SL Tribune columnist Robert Gehrke shares an update on the Utah governor's race, including the recent edict from Gov. Herbert regarding signature gathering.

Then gubernatorial candidate and Salt Lake County Councilwoman Aimee Winder Newton discusses her recent announcement of her LG pick. She also discusses the hijacking (ZoomBombing) of her recent tele town hall.

State Auditor John Dougall and RMR co-founder Howard Stephenson host.

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State Auditor John Dougall and Josh Daniels talk with State Representative Mike Schultz about scholarships for special needs students. GOP Chair Derek Brown then discusses the steps the Republican Party has had to take to adapt the caucus/convention process to the self-isolation restrictions of Coronavirus.

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State Auditor John Dougall and Josh Daniels talk with State Senator Dan Hemmert about the economic turmoil caused by the wake of government's heavy-handed response to Coronavirus and the pending economic depression. Chad Pritchard, Fat Daddy's Pizzeria, discusses the economic impact of government restrictions on local restaurants as well as how he's helping feed needy students during the school shutdown.

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State Auditor John Dougall and Josh Daniels talk with Dr Sue Smith Jackson, UVU epidemiologist professor, about Coronavirus. Senate President Stuart Adams then discusses possible treatments being rushed to market.

https://www.sltrib.com/opinion/commentary/2020/03/02/sue-smith-jackson-buying/

https://www.sltrib.com/news/2020/03/20/utah-officials-say-two/

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State Auditor John Dougall and Josh Daniels discuss current affairs. Then Utah County Clerk/Auditor Amelia Powers Gardner discusses online marriage licenses. The Words & Numbers cohost James Harrigan explains the benefits of "price gouging" during emergencies.

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Carl Downing discusses the 2018 state delegates being extended into the 2020 convention. Rusty Cannon discusses tax reform and transportation funding. Todd Weiler and Jeremy Robert host.

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Mike Deaver weighs in on COVID-19 and its impact on local elections. Allen Christensen discusses his vaping bill. Todd Weiler and Jeremy Roberts host.

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Spencer Stokes highlights the legislative session and the Proposition 4 Better Boundaries compromise. Ann Millner discusses tax reform and the proposed constitutional amendment. Todd Weiler and Jeremy Roberts host.

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Todd Weiler and Jeremy Robert overview the 2020 general legislative session and discuss the abortion bills. Then Connor Boyack discusses polygamy, cannabis changes, and bail reform.

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State Auditor John Dougall and Jennie Taylor talk with Congressman John Curtis. Curtis discusses reckless spending, coronavirus, impeachment's impact on the regular order of business, and the recent primary election.

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State Auditor John Dougall and Jennie Taylor talk with Connor Boyack, President, Libertas Institute. Boyack discusses special-needs scholarships, driver license suspensions, and medical cannabis.

Dougall and Taylor then talk about the challenges of funding highway infrastructure, especially with the slowly dying gas tax.

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State Auditor John Dougall and Jennie Taylor talk with Speaker Brad Wilson about what to expect during the final days of the 2020 General Legislative Session.

Dougall and Taylor then talk with Garfield County Commissioner Leland Pollack about his recent op ed regarding reforming NEPA and the Trump Administration's proposed changes to environmental approvals.

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State Auditor John Dougall and Jennie Taylor talk with Utah County Clerk/Auditor Amelia Powers Gardner about Super Tuesday, election security, and military voting.

Taylor also introduces herself to Red Meat Radio listeners.

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Stacy Lyon, Utah State Board of Education, discusses how Utah Dual Language Immersion (DLI) students connect with China’s President and how for over a decade China has contributed to the success of Utah’s DLI program.

Yang Xinyu, Minister Counsellor of Education, Chinese Embassy, Washington DC about President Xi’s connection with Cascade Elementary students and why it is internationally significant.

State Senator Todd Weiler and Howard Stephenson host.

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State Representative Melissa Ballard talks telehealth.

The State Representative Stephanie Pitcher explains bail reform.

State Senator Todd Weiler and Howard Stephenson host.

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State Senator Curt Bramble discusses how the Legislature reached the agreement with Better Boundaries on Utah’s reapportionment process.

Then State Senator Kirk Cullimore talk about recusing judges without cause.

State Senator Todd Weiler and Howard Stephenson host.

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Hosts State Senator Todd Weiler and Howard Stephenson review the final days of the 2020 Utah Legislature

Weiler and Stephenson then tank with State Representative Steve Eliason about raptors.

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State Senator Jake Anderegg discusses urban growth.

Shawn and Renee Milne host.

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Beth Holbrook, UTA Trustee, discusses urban growth and UTA governance.

Shawn and Renee Milne host.

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State Representative Phil Lyman (and former San Juan county commissioner) discusses the Yellowcake Caucus. This week the caucus discussed:

  • one state senator per county

  • the transfer of public lands under Recreation & Public Purposes provisions.

Shawn and Renee Milne host.

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Soren Simonsen, Executive Director of Community Studio and the Jordan River Commission, talks about the proposed inland port.

Shawn and Renee Milne host.

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Weber County Clerk/Auditor Ricky hatch joins Josh Daniels and Heather Andrews to talk about the Super Tuesday presidential primary in Utah and how voters can request the ballot of their choice.

Overstock.com CEO Jonathan Johnson also joins to talk about Utah County's use of a new blockchain-powered mobile app, Voatz, to serve overseas and disabled voters. Josh and Jonathan set the record straight on a recent flawed study critical of the mobile app.

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State Senator Jake Anderegg joins Josh Daniels and Heather Andrews to talk about affordable housing in Utah and SB39. Has 30 years of anti-density zoning backfired in Utah?

Utah County Chief Deputy Clerk/Auditor Josh Daniels talks about Utah County's new online marriage licensing system implemented by County Clerk Amelia Powers Gardner.

Heather Andrews and Josh Daniels host.

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Connor Boyack of Libertas Institute joins Heather Andrews and Josh Daniels to talk about a recent legal victory where the court struck down Pleasant Grove city's use of a road fee as an illegal tax.

Andrews also talks about American's for Prosperity Utah and their new #BeTheChangeUtah project seeking to increase volunteerism and highlight social entrepreneurs making an impact in Utah.

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Senator Mike Lee joins Heather Andrews and Josh Daniels to talk about presidential war powers and ending the US war posture in the middle east.

Marina Lowe from the ACLU talks about data privacy and Utahn's reactions to the use of facial recognition searches of drivers license photos for federal law enforcement requests.

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Tooele School Superintendent Scott Rogers on why school property tax equalization must pass.

State Senator Lincoln Fillmore explains SB 104 (Local Education Levy State Guarantee) to permanently solve property tax inequities among Utah school districts.

Howard Stephenson and Chris Bleak host.

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Howard Wallack discussed his congressional bid.

Howard Stephenson and Chris Bleak host.

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State Representative Brady Brammer discusses his bill to require porn to be clearly labeled.

Christine Cook, of Sutherland Institute, discusses her recent op-ed on Utah’s civics literacy test required for high school graduation and the bill that seeks to repeal it.

Howard Stephenson and Chris Bleak host.

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Jordan School District Superintendent Anthony Godfrey describing the district’s new high school flexible schedules and blended learning options.

Howard Stephenson and Chris Bleak host.

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State Senator Curt Bramble discusses his bill regarding the respectful handling of aborted fetuses. The State Representative Stephanie Pitcher discusses bail reform.

State Senator Todd Weiler hosts.

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State Representative Brad Daw discusses guidelines on the medical treatment of transgender children. The State Representative Steve Eliason discusses mental health treatment.

State Senator Todd Weiler and State Representative Suzanne Harrison host.

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State Representative Carol Moss discussed her bill on jail reporting and reform. The State Representative Marsha Judkins discusses rent disclosure.

State Senator Todd Weiler and State Representative Suzanne Harrison host.

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State Representative Angela Romero discusses her bill to require clergy to report sex abuse.

State Senator Todd Weiler and State Representative Suzanne Harrison host.

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State Representative Craig Hall discusses DNA privacy. Also, Connor Boyack and Michael Melendez give an update on the status of medical cannabis.

Boyack and Melendez of the Libertas Institute host.

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Cristy Henshaw, Local Government Policy Analyst at the Libertas Institute, discusses local code reform.

Connor Boyack and Michael Melendez of the Libertas Institute host.

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State Representative Cory Maloy discusses driver's license suspension. The State Representative Adam Robertson discusses regulatory sandboxes.

Connor Boyack and Michael Melendez of the Libertas Institute host.

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James Czerniawski, Tech & Innovation Policy Analyst at the Libertas Institute discusses biometric locks.

Connor Boyack and Michael Melendez of the Libertas Institute host.

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Former State Representative and former Weber County Commissioner Kerry Gibson make his case for his congressional campaign.

Box Elder County Commissioner Stan Summers and Tooele County Commissioner Shawn Milne host.

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Republican Party Committeeman Thomas Wright makes the case for his gubernatorial campaign.

Box Elder County Commissioner Thomas Wright and Tooele County Commissioner Shawn Milne host.

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Morgan County Councilwoman Tina Cannon makes her case for congress.

Box Elder County Commissioner Stan Summers and Tooele County Commissioner Shawn Milne host.

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Former Speaker Greg Hughes makes his case for his gubernatorial campaign.

Box Elder County Commissioner Stan Summers and Tooele County Commissioner Shawn Milne host.

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Utah State Tax Commissioner Rebecca Rockwell explains the implementation of the recent tax restructuring legislation. State Senator Deidre Henderson discusses the public benefits of Truth in Taxation requirements.

Shawn and Renee Milne co-host.

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State Representative Robert Spendlove reviews the recently released Zions Bank economic forecast for the state of Utah in 2020 and the challenges that often accompany success.

Shawn & Renee Milne co-host.

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State Representative Joel Briscoe and Tooele County Commissioner Tom Tripp discuss the challenges with ensuring we have adequate fresh water for Utah’s growing population.

Shawn and Renee Milne co-host.

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Two county commissioners review issues ahead of the 2020 Legislative Session. Commissioner Mark Whitney of Beaver County reviews B&C roads funding. Commissioner Darin Bushman of Piute County discusses the rural crisis of qualified EMT personnel.

Shawn and Renee Milne co-host.

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Utah Department of Transportation Executive Director Carlos Braceras discusses the state of Utah's highways, the challenges of funding infrastructure, and road user charges.

Lani Rounds talks about the groundbreaking of Roy's Bridge Elementary charter school.

Howard Stephenson and Rusty Cannon cohost.

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Stephen Slivinski discusses the ASU annual study ranking the business climate for North American cities.

Howard Stephenson and Rusty Cannon cohost.

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Utah Speaker of the House Brad Wilson and State Representative Brady Brammer make the case for the recent tax restructuring effort.

Howard Stephenson and Rusty Cannon cohost.

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Former Utah Speaker of the House Greg Hughes discusses Wednesday's official announcement.

Howard Stephenson and Rusty Cannon cohost.

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State Representative Kim Coleman officially announces her campaign for Utah's 4th Congressional District.

Howard Stephenson and Rusty Cannon cohost.

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Spencer Stokes discusses the race for Utah Governor. Todd Weiler abs Mike Green talk about Ben Year's resolutions and Ben McAdams' re-election.

State Senator Todd Weiler and Draper City Councilman Mike Green cohost.

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Utah County GOP Chair Stewart Peay discusses its upcoming Lincoln Day Dinner. The Jeremy Roberts discusses Mayor Jenny Wilson's plan to close the "gun show loophole".

Draper City Councilman Mike Green and State Senator Todd Weiler cohost.

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Rusty Cannon (Utah Taxpayers Association) discusses tax restructuring. The Todd Weiler discusses the referendum process.

State Senator Todd Weiler and Draper City Councilman Mike Green cohost.

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Draper City Mayor Troy Walker discusses recycling.

Draper City Councilman Mike Green and State Senator Todd Weiler cohost.

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State Auditor John Dougall and State Representative Joel Briscoe present the latest episode of Utah Valley University history Professor Dr. Greg Jackson's History That Doesn’t Suck podcast. We learned the history behind the beautiful Christmas carol “I Heard The Bells On Christmas Day”. For more information, see: HistoryThatDoesntSuck.com.

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State Auditor John Dougall and State Representative Joel Briscoe talk with Southern Utah University President Scott Wyatt about helping students and celebrating the holidays with them.

Dougall and Briscoe then talk with Amy Dott Harmer, Executive Director of the Utah Refugee Connection, about opportunities to serve. For more information, see: ServeRefugees.org.

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State Auditor John Dougall and State Representative Joel Briscoe talk with State Representative Patrice Arent. Arent shares the history of Hanukkah, the importance of religious freedom, and miracles.

Dougall and Briscoe then talk with Savannah Young about the mission of Volunteers of America Utah. For more information, see: voaut.org.

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State Auditor John Dougall and State Representative Joel Briscoe reminisce about Christmases past.

Dougall and Briscoe then talk with Katie Walther about the charitable mission of Humanize Expeditions. For more information, see: humanitize.org.

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Chris Bleak and Rusty Cannon talk to Davis County Commissioner Bob Stevenson about his candidacy for congressional district 1.

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Chris Bleak and Rusty Cannon talk to Kaysville Mayor Katie Witt about her candidacy for congressional district 1.

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Chris Bleak and Rusty Cannon gather the latest on Impeachment with Congressman Chris Stewart and discuss his legislation on Freedom For All. Scott Moody, author of the Family Prosperity Index joins the show to talk about why Utah has been #1 in his study every single year.

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Utah County Commissioner Tanner Ainge discusses his proposal to raise property taxes at next week’s Truth in Taxation hearing. After that UTGOP Chairman Derek Brown discusses the party and the upcoming events.

Rusty Cannon and Chris Bleak host.

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Chris Bleak and Rusty Cannon discuss the week’s events, tax restructuring and talk to Speaker Brad Wilson who calls in to explain Utah's tax restructuring proposal.

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State Auditor John Dougall and Salt Lake County Councilwoman (and gubernatorial candidate) Aimee Winder Newton talk with Weber County Clerk/Auditor Ricky Hatch about his 8th great grandfather William Bradford, governor of Plymouth Colony. Hatch shares various tales including the challenges of survival and the failed attempt at communal living.

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State Auditor John Dougall and Salt Lake County Councilwoman (and gubernatorial candidate) Aimee Winder Newton talk with Kathleen Anderson about her bid for the 4th congressional district.

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State Auditor John Dougall and Salt Lake County Councilwoman (and gubernatorial candidate) Aimee Winder Newton talk with Burgess Owens about his bid for the 4th congressional district.

burgess4utah.com

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State Auditor John Dougall and Salt Lake County Councilwoman (and gubernatorial candidate) Aimee Winder Newton talk with "JayMac" Mcfarland about his bid for the 4th congressional district.

jaymacforutah.com

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State Auditor John Dougall and Salt Lake County Councilwoman (and gubernatorial candidate) Aimee Winder Newton talk with State Representative Kim Coleman about her bid for the 4th congressional district.

kimforutah.com

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State Auditor John Dougall and Salt Lake County Councilwoman (and gubernatorial candidate) Aimee Winder Newton talk with State Senator Dan Hemmert about his bid for the 4th congressional district.

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State Auditor John Dougall and Salt Lake County Councilwoman (and gubernatorial candidate) Aimee Winder Newton talk with Thom Carter, UCAIR Executive Director, about Tier 3 fuels and their anticipated impact on cleaner air.

Dougall and Newton then talk with Salt Lake County Councilman Richard Snelgrove about the SL Co. budget process and his and Newton's fight to reduce the proposed tax increase. The Truth-on Taxation hearing will be held Dec. 3, 2019.

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RMR introduces Brigadier General Michael J. Turley, new Adjutant General of the Utah National Guard. We discuss the multi-pronged mission of the guard, the constitutional moorings and history, election cyber-security and what comes next.

The we discuss what we have to be grateful for here in Utah, and how we can live in gratitude no matter what happens.

Former State Representative Ryan Wilcox hosts with Morgan County Councilwoman Tina Cannon and Weber County Clerk/Auditor Ricky Hatch.